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  1. Alabama

    1. Alabama Achievement Center- Easter Seal
      "To provide vocational development and extended employment programs for physically, mentally, and developmentally disabled individuals; to assist them in obtaining competitive or extended employment; and to help maximize their independent living skills."
    2. Autism Society of Alabama
      The ASA offers education, employment, financial assistance, support services, and many other useful sercives to those affected by Autism.
    3. Learning Disabilities Association of Alabama
      "Dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all individuals with learning disabilities and their families, to alleviating the restricting effects of learning disabilities, and to supporting endeavors to determine the causes of learning disabilities."

  2. Arizona

    1. Arizona Chapter of the Cerebral Palsy Network
      "We are here to provide informationand resources to everyone in Arizona who is dealing with Cerebral Palsy or related diagnoses by joining togetheras care-givers, parents, teens and adults with CP, medical professionals, and educators."
    2. Arizona Families Online
      "The mission of Arizona's Families On-Line (AFOL) Coalition is for children and adults with disabilities and their families to have access to each other and reliable information about disabilities, services and supports, both within their communities and worldwide via computer technology."
    3. Northern Arizona Regional Group of the Blinded Vet
      "We are an organization specifically established to promote the welfare of blinded veterans. Through our service programs, groups and benefits, we hope to make life easier for blinded veterans and help by being there with encouragement and support."
    4. Services Maximizing Independent Living and Empowerment
      A Yuma, Arizona based non-profit organization, serving the disabled citizens of Yuma, offering such services as: support groups, home modifications, job development, work incentives, equipment loans, peer mentoring, advocacy, among other services.

  3. Arkansas

    1. Arkansas Spinal Cord Commission
      "The Arkansas Spinal Cord Commission is a state agency devoted to meeting the needs of people with spinal cord disabilities in the state. The spinal cord may be damaged by trauma, infection, tumor, developmental defect, or degenerative disorders such as multiple sclerosis. The damage may be complete or incomplete."
    2. Arkansas Support Network
      "Arkansas Support Network was established in May of 1988 as Family Support Services, Inc. A small group of parents and volunteers incorporated and were licensed by the state to provide support and assistance to a limited number of families who had children with disabilities living in the home with them."

  4. California

    1. Support Education and Advocacy Center of Northern
      This center is for families affected in some way by disabilities. The center works as an information and support resource, as well as an advocacy group for those with disabilities.

  5. Colorado

    1. Arthritis Foundation - Rocky Mountain Chapter
      "Programs and services include pain management, Doc-on-Call, exercise classes, self-management programs and support groups. Through these resources, we can provide you with up-to-date information on arthritis and related diseases and effective strategies for living better with arthritis."

  6. Connecticut

    1. Brain Injury Association of Connecticut, Inc.
      BIAC works to increase brain injury awareness, as well as support those affected by a brain injury and their friends and family by offering useful services and helping to facilitate their full inclusion in their communities.
    2. Connecticut Easter Seals
      Provides various services for children and adults with disabilities including: inclusive childcare, respite and recreation, early intervention services, medical rehabilitation, adult day services, driver assessment, educational services and vocational training.
    3. Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, Inc.
      "The Epilepsy Foundation of Connecticut is dedicated to improving the lives of people with epilepsy and their families. We are Connecticut's only affiliate of the national Epilepsy Foundation."
    4. Friends of Retarded Citizens of Connecticut
      This State-wide parent and guardian volunteer organization advocates for all persons with mental retardation, regardless of their age and preferred place of residence, education, work, play and worship.

  7. Delaware

    1. Brain Injury Association of Delaware (BIAD)
      "The Brain Injury Association of Delaware, Inc., affiliated with the Brain Injury Association, Inc. (national), is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to advocate for and with people who survive traumatic brain injury; to secure and develop community-based services for survivors and their families; to support research leading to better outcomes that enhance the lives of those who sustain brain injuries; and to promote prevention of brain injury through public awareness, education, and legislation."
    2. Delaware Association for the Blind
      The Delaware Association for the Blind provides a wide variety of recreation services; offers a Peer Support Program; records local material not otherwise available on tape; and operates a store selling a large selection of items of use to the blind and visually impaired.

  8. Florida

    1. Association for Retarded Citizens of Florida
      "The mission of the Association for Retarded Citizens of Florida is to promote, for all people with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities, the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they learn, live, work and access leisure activities." ARC/Florida provides support to people with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities through education, awareness, research, advocacy and the support of families, friends and community.
    2. Brain Injury Association of Florida, Inc.
      BIAF works to improve the lives of those who suffer from a brain injury through education, support services, prevention, and advocacy. The organization assists individuals with brain injuries, their families and professionals by providing: statewide information and resource center; education and training; support services; a toll-free help line; and awareness and prevention programs. All resources are provided free of charge to persons with brain injuries and their families who request information.
    3. Deaf and Hearing Services of Lake and Sumter Count
      "A 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to providing services and support to the 42,000 Deaf and Hard-of-hearing and their family members who live and work in Lake & Sumter Counties."
    4. Family Network on Disabilities of Florida
      "A statewide alliance of individuals with disabilities, special needs, or at-risk and their families. Our mission is to provide family-driven support, training, information, and advocacy."
    5. Florida Developmental Disabilities Council
      The Council "encourages and advocates opportunities for persons with developmental disabilities and their families, to enhance their quality of life within their communities."
    6. Florida Families with Blind or Visually Impaired
      FFCVI's mission is "to facilitate interaction among Florida families with bilnd or visually impaired children, including those with other disabilities, so that they may acquire information, support and confidence to meet the unique needs of their children and become their best advocate."
    7. Florida's Voice on Mental Retardation
      FVMR is a statewide all volunteer, non-profit organization comprised of family and friends of persons with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities. FVMR offers family members and friends support services and research materials, while also advocating on behalf of persons with mental retardation, particularly those whose conditions are so severe that they cannot speak for themselves.
    8. Parent to Parent of the Capital Area, Inc.
      "Parent to Parent of the Capital Area, an affiliate of the Family Network on Disabilities of Florida Inc. (FND), provides support, education, and information to families of children with disabilities or other special needs and fosters collaborative partnerships with community service agencies, public school staff, and health care providers."
    9. United Cerebral Palsy of Tallahassee
      "United Cerebral Palsy of Tallahassee is a private, not-for-profit organization established by Sunrise Community, Inc. in March of 1994. Our mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities."

  9. Georgia

    1. Atlanta Alliance on Developmental Disabilities
      "The mission of the Atlanta Alliance on Developmental Disabilities is to build communities of support, acceptance, and opportunity for children, adults, and families living with developmental disabilities." Activities such as sports, theatre and dance are available.
    2. Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilit
      " The MHDDAD regional offices are the contact points for people needing treatment for mental illness or addictive diseases, problems, support services for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities, or substance abuse prevention services. Services are provided across the state through seven regional hospitals, one institution exclusively for people with developmental disabilities, and through contracts with 25 community service boards, boards of health and various private providers."
    3. Down Syndrome Association of Atlanta (DSAA)
      A helpful organization dedicated to those who care for people with down syndrome. There are support groups, buddy walks, volunteer and job opportunities.
    4. Families of Children Under Stress
      FOCUS provides emotional, informational, and physical support to parents of children in Georgia with disabilities or with ongoing medical needs. FOCUS families deal with a variety of developmental delays, including rare syndromes, cerebral palsy, heart problems, immune deficiencies, and neurological involvement. FOCUS provides a network of parents who share common experiences with each other.
    5. Georgia Council for the Hearing Impaired, Inc.
      "The mission of the Georgia Council for the Hearing Impaired, Inc. (GaCHI) is to establish and maintain a system of statewide services to the deaf, hard of hearing, late deafened, deaf-blind and other individuals or groups with whom they interact."
    6. Georgia Parent Support Network
      GPSN takes phone calls from family members, professionals, and recipients of services seeking information about services or referral to specific providers. It maintains resource information about local services and nationwide help lines. GPSN also provides advocates who are knowledgeable about children's mental health issues and provide emotional support, advocacy and linkage within the community.
    7. Learning Disabilities Association of Georgia
      LDAG is one of 50 volunteer state organizations which comprise the Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA). For over 30 years LDAG's mission has been "to enhance the quality of life for individuals of all ages with Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders (ADHD). Members are served by a state office and volunteers who provide resources and sponsor events."
    8. NAMI Georgia
      "The mission of NAMI Georgia is to improve the quality of life for persons and families who struggle with mental illness through support, education, advocacy and research." Its educational programs are directed, not only to individuals and their families, but to the community as a whole. NAMI Georgia’s newsletter, help line, free ever-expanding family education classes and other community services inform Georgians of the physical nature of mental illness and acquaint them with the services which lead to recovery.
    9. Parent to Parent of Georgia
      Parent to Parent of Georgia is a non-profit organization providing support and information to parents of children with disabilities in the state of Georgia. The site offers a searchable database of service providers.
    10. Spina Bifida Association of Georgia
      SBAG promotes the achievement of full potential for people born with spina bifida while emphasizing the prevention of this birth defect. The Association's focus is twofold; inclusion and independence for people with spina bifida and prevention of future babies being born with spina bifida. SBAG provides information and referral; education and training; prevention; advocacy; and member services.

  10. Hawaii

    1. Alzheimer's Association - Hawaii
      The Aloha Chapter of the Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders Association offers a variety of services and other resources for people with Alzheimer's and their caregivers.
    2. Easter Seals Hawaii
      Easter Seals Hawai’i is the state’s largest provider of services for infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities, with social and recreational programs for youth with developmental disabilities statewide. Services offered include: Early Intervention, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Home and Community-Based Services, Camping & Recreation, Youth Services, Assistive Technology, Family Support Services, and Partnerships in Community Living (PICL).
    3. ElderWeb: Hawaii
      This site contains various resources within Hawaii that may be useful to seniors.
    4. Epilepsy Foundation of Hawaii
      EFH provides direct services to individuals with seizure disorders. It is estimated that over 18,000 Hawaii residents suffer from epilepsy and over 75,000 people are touched by it. The Foundation offers the following services: support groups (adults and children); information and referral; public information and education; legal review; and social worker assistance/referral.
    5. Hawaii Down Syndrome Congress
      "The aim of the Hawaii Down Syndrome Congress is to foster self advocacy and self confidence in persons with Down Syndrome and their families. We are building a sense of community and fellowship for all persons concerned with Down Syndrome. We provide the latest updates in education and research to parents and professionals throughout the Hawaiian Islands and the Pacific Basin."
    6. Learning Disabilities Association of Hawaii
      LDAH serves families with children with learning disabilities and other special needs that interfere with learning by providing information/referral, technical assistance, educational advocacy and training services.
    7. Special Education Center of Hawaii
      "SECOH is committed to providing individual and family supports that promote successful community living in the lifestyle of choice. Services and supports are provided . . . to people with developmental disabilities, or acquired disabilities due to aging or head injury." Services include day care, respite care, and supported employment.

  11. Idaho

    1. Idaho Commission For The Blind And Visually Impaired
      ICBVI is a federally funded state agency that assists blind and visually impaired persons to achieve independence by providing education, developing work skills, increasing self-confidence and helping them remain employed or prepare for employment.
    2. Idaho Parents of Blind Children
      "The Idaho Parents of Blind Children (IPBC) is a statewide membership organization of parents and other interested persons who come together to provide vital support, give encouragement, and information to each other. Parents, relatives, blind persons, educators, and others interested in providing opportunities for blind children may join. Although membership is open to non-parents, the control and focus of IPBC remains with parents."

  12. Illinois

    1. Brain Injury Association of Illinois, Inc.
      The Brain Injury Association of Illinois is a not-for-profit, statewide membership organization comprised of people with brain injuries, family members, friends and professionals. The Association provides an information and resource clearinghouse; sponsors annual educational programming; facilitates of statewide support groups; and hosts adult and pediatric recreational camps.
    2. Developmental Services Center- Champaign Illinois
      DSC provides a variety of services for adults and children with developmental disabilities including residential and vocational services as well as case management services to aid families and caregivers.
    3. Down Syndrome Development Counsel (Illinois)
      Offers a newsletter, online library, events calendar, bulletin board, Ask a Therapist feature, and many other resources for those living with Down Syndrome, their family members and caregivers.
    4. Easter Seals of Metropolitan Chicago
      "In response to our communities, Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago provides comprehensive services for individuals with disabilities and other special needs and their families."
    5. Epilepsy Foundation of North Central Illinois, Iowa and Nebraska
      From seizure clinics to educational programs, the Epilepsy Foundation of North/Central Illinois, Iowa & Nebraska offers a wide range of programs for people with epilepsy and their families.
    6. Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center
      Family Matters provides information, referral, linkages, and training to parents, students with disabilities, and special education professionals in Illinois. Through a toll-free help line individuals can get assistance with special education problems or concerns, obtain information, and request training opportunities. Regional coordinators in the North, South, East, West, and Central areas of the state offer free workshops on special education rights and responsibilities and related topics.
    7. Family Resource Center on Disabilities of Illinois
      The Family Support Project, funded by the Illinois Department of Human Services, provides individualized support services for low-income Chicago families with children who have disabilities. Services include: individualized family service plans; linkage to needed services; support groups and advocacy; direct financial assistance.
    8. Family Support Network of Illinois
      FSN is an advocacy group for continued public funding for family support services. Click on "What are Home-Based Support Services & Family Assistance & How Can I Apply?" to see a summary of support services offered by Illinois for families of individuals with disabilities.
    9. Illinois Center for Autism
      Serving southeastern Illinois, ICA "is a non-profit, community-based mental health treatment, special education center, and vocational training site, dedicated to prevent the unnecessary institutionalization of people with autism and help them achieve the highest level of independence possible in their home, school, and community."
    10. Illinois Speech-Language-Hearing Association
      ISHA is a non-profit organization representing 4000 licensed professionals with advanced degrees in speech-language pathology and audiology. Reflecting the cultural diversity of our state, ISHA represents professionals sensitive to the diverse needs of all consumers. The Association includes members fluent not only in English, but also in Spanish, German, French, Italian, Polish, Hebrew, Greek, Chinese,Japanese, and American Sign Language (ASL).
    11. International Dyslexia Association - Illinois Branch
      "The International Dyslexia Association is an international organization that concerns itself with the complex issues of dyslexia. The IDA membership consists of a variety of professionals in partnership with dyslexics and their families."
    12. Riverbend Down Syndrome Parent Support Group
      "Provides support and information to parents of children with Down syndrome in Southwestern Illinois. Our aim is to support each other and enrich the lives of our children so they may reach their fullest potential to lead an independent life within the community."
    13. Spinal Cord Injury Association of Illinois
      SPIAI is "a non-profit information and support resource for people paralyzed by spinal cord injury and their families, as well as the health care and related professionals that serve the SCI community." The Association provides information and referral services; peer support; educational programs for persons with SCI, family members and health professionals; publications; and an aggressive program of public awareness and education.
    14. United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln
      United Cerebral Palsy Land of Lincoln (formerly United Cerebral Palsy of East Central Illinois) serves individuals with developmental disabilities in Macon, Piatt, Dewitt, Moultrie, Douglas, Coles, Cumberland, Champaign and Shelby counties in Illinois. UCP of ECI provides family support services, early intervention services, transitioning case management and adaptive toy and equipment loan program and an informational library.
    15. United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Chicago
      "The mission of United Cerebral Palsy is to advance the independence of people with disabilities, enrich their lives, provide support for their families, and advocate for their inclusion in every facet of community life."

  13. Indiana

    1. Alzheimer's Services of Northern Indiana, Inc.
      "Alzheimer's Services of Northern Indiana is a not-for-profit, charitable, tax-exempt organization, dedicated to family support, education, advocacy, and research into Alzheimer's Disease and other related dementias." Alzheimer's Services offers the following services without fee or charge: support groups, a toll-free helpline, family assistance and caregiver programs, and education.
    2. Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Indiana, Inc
      "The Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Indiana, Inc is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for those with cerebral palsy. Its Board of Directors meets once a month to promote programs and services for those with cerebral palsy in the community. And is available for people with cerebal-palsey and other medical conditions."
    3. Down Syndrome Association of Northeast Indiana
      This site provides information on resources and support services in northeastern Indiana for families that have members with down syndrome. DSANI also sponsors special events for people with down syndrome and their family members.
    4. Indiana Down Syndrome Foundation
      The Indiana Down Syndrome Foundation is a not-for-profit organization serving the needs of individuals with Down syndrome and their families. IDSF makes available resources (books, video), maintains a toll-free helpline, and provides support groups for family members.
    5. Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
      The Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, Indiana’s University Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities, is committed to providing Hoosiers with disability-related information and services that touch the entire life span, from birth through older adulthood. Through its collaborative efforts within higher education, and with state and local government agencies, community service providers, persons with disabilities and their families, and advocacy organizations, Institute faculty and staff work to increase community capacity for inclusion of people with disabilities. This is accomplished through university teaching, research, information dissemination, and training and technical assistance.
    6. Noble
      "Noble helps children with developmental delays and adults with developmental disabilities to pursue personally meaningful lives in Central Indiana . . . through therapeutic treatments and innovative vocational and life skills training."

  14. Iowa

    1. Alzheimer's Association, Big Sioux Chapter
      Tons of information and resources for those affected by Alzheimer's in the Sioux City area.
    2. Alzheimer's Association, East Central Iowa Chapter
      The chapter's works to advance research, while enhancing care and support services for individuals who have Alzheimer's disease and their families.
    3. Arc of Iowa
      "The Arc of Iowa is the advocate voice for over 80,000 Iowa children and adults with mental retardation, and related developmental disabilities. The Arc is volunteer driven in policy and direction that is comprised of family members of persons with disabilities, volunteers from the social services community, self - advocates and interested community leaders... Over 30 local chapters throughout Iowa, provide and/or support in home and weekend respite services, housing options, summer camps, day care, supported employment, adult services, support groups and advocacy efforts."
    4. Arc of North Central Iowa
      The Arc of North Central Iowa is an organization committed to the welfare of all children and adults who have mental retardation and their families. Membership is comprised of individuals who have mental retardation, family members, professionals in the field of disability and other concerned citizens. The Arc works to provide recreation and leisure activities to round out the lives of persons with mental retardation, and it provides advocacy and education programs relating to mental retardation.
    5. Brain Injury Association of Iowa, Inc.
      The Brain Injury Association of Iowa serves the brain injury community by working to secure and develop community-based services, encouraging research, establishing support groups, and providing access to pertinent information and resources. BIAI educates the public and works to increase statewide awareness of brain injury as a serious disability with lifelong consequences through the development and distribution of informational materials, news, and notices of conferences, symposia, and other meetings.
    6. Hawkeye Area Down Syndrome Association
      "Our goal is to provide resources and support to those individuals, their friends, families, and professionals in the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids area that are affected by Down Syndrome. We hope that through our efforts, we can enhance the quality of life for all individuals with Down Syndrome."
    7. Iowa ASK Resource Center
      "The ASK Family Resource Center is a "one-stop-shop" for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Through its member organizations, the Center provides a broad range of information, advocacy, support, training, and direct services."
    8. Iowa Compass
      Iowa COMPASS is a free statewide information and referral service for people with disabilities, their families, their service providers and other members of the community. It offers information on over 6000 local, state, and national agencies and programs. Information specialists are available via email and telephone, and the information can be searched over the Web.
    9. Iowa Department of Elder Affairs
      Teh department provides "advocacy, educational and prevention services to older Iowans so they can find Iowa a healthy, safe, productive and enjoyable place to live and work."
    10. Iowa Speech-Language-Hearing Association
      "The organization that individuals with communication challenges, and professionals who serve them rely on for advocacy, quality service, education, and attainment of the highest professional standards."
    11. Spina Bifida Association of Iowa
      "The Mission of the Spina Bifida Association of Iowa is to promote the prevention of spina bifida and to enhance the lives of all affected."

  15. Kansas

    1. NAMI - Kansas
      "This web site has been prepared with one purpose only: to facilitate access to services and support for persons with loved ones suffering from serious mental illness and for consumers of mental health services."

  16. Kentucky

    1. Arc of Kentucky
      "The Arc of Kentucky holds a Vision of a positive future for individuals with mental retardation, a future of communities with services and supports that will promote lives of value for Kentuckians with mental retardation. The Arc of Kentucky believes that individuals with mental retardation are contributing members of schools, work places, churches, synagogues, neighborhoods, and their communities. The Arc values services and supports that enhance the quality of life through interdependence, friendship, choice, and respect for individuals with mental retardation."
    2. Arc of the Bluegrass
      The Lexington chapter of the Arc of Kentucky.
    3. Autism Society of the Bluegrass
      The Autism Society serving the Lexington, Kentucky area.
    4. Brain Injury Association of Kentucky
      BIAK serves "those affected by brain injury through advocacy, education, prevention, research, service, and support."
    5. Down Syndrome of Louisville, Inc.
      "The Mission of the organization is to improve lives of persons with Down Syndrome and their families by providing support, information, education, and to be an advocate for their rights and concerns; to enable the individual to reach their full potential."
    6. Family Voices of Kentucky
      "Family Voices is a national grassroots network of families and friends speaking on behalf of children with special health care needs."
    7. FIRST-LINK of the BLUEGRASS
      "Linking people to health and human services through information and referral, promoting and recognizing volunteerism, and providing leadership training and support to nonprofits."
    8. Kentucky Partnership for Families and Children, Inc.
      KPFC provides various services for children in Kentucky with emotional, behavioral, and/or mental health challenges. These services include support groups, information exchange, scholarships, and other useful resources.
    9. KY-SPIN, Inc.
      "The mission of KY-SPIN, Inc. is to empower and support individuals with disabilities and their families to effectively advocate for and access needed information, resources and support networks in order to enhance the quality of their lives."

  17. Louisiana

    1. Acquired Brain Injury Survivors Support Group of Southeast Louisiana
      This site links to a variety of resources for Louisianans with brain injuries, their family members, and caregivers.
    2. Families Helping Families of Louisiana Centers
      "Families Helping Families of Louisiana Centers is a group of families who, through our own experiences, are committed to reaching out to other families who have members with special needs and self-advocates." Families Helping Families operates regional resource centers located throughout the state that offer a variety of services.
    3. Louisiana Rehabilitation Services
      "Louisiana Rehabilitation Services assists persons with disabilities in their desire to obtain or maintain employment and/or achieve independence in their communities by providing rehabilitation services and working cooperatively with business and other community resources."
    4. NAMI Louisiana
      NAMI Louisiana is a statewide non-profit organization made up of family members and caregivers of individuals with a serious and persistent mental illness.
    5. Spina Bifida Association of Greater New Orleans
      "The Spina Bifida Association of Greater New Orleans, associated with the Spina Bifida Association of America is a tax exempt, non-profit organization made up of parents, family members, adults with Spina Bifida, and professionals who work together to assist those persons of the New Orleans area born with Spina Bifida and their families."
    6. UCP of Greater New Orleans
      "UCP of Greater New Orleans assists individuals both young and old with all types of disabilities to simply carry on the normal activities of daily living. People with disabilities live in their own homes, get jobs and go to work, and most important, fulfill their dreams of becoming independent, productive citizens."

  18. Maine

    1. Alpha One Center
      Alpha One, an center for independent living in Maine, offers the following services: information and referral, outreach, advocacy, one-to-one and group peer support, consumer-directed personal assistance services, assistive technology financing, access design, resume workshops, and independent living skills instruction.
    2. Autism Society of Maine
      The Maine chapter of the National Autism Society, providing information, publications, events, and many other resources to those with and affected by autism.
    3. Brain Injury Association of Maine, Inc.
      "The organization has thirteen support groups, five active committees staffed by dedicated volunteers, as well as a toll free helpline available for people seeking information about brain injury."
    4. Learning Disabilities Association of Maine
      "LDA of Maine is a statewide, nonprofit, volunteer organization including individuals with learning disabilities, their families, and professionals."
    5. Maine Alzheimer's Association
      A chapter of the National Alzheimer's Association which conducts research, and provides support for those with Alzheimer's disease and their friends and family members.
    6. Maine Center on Deafness
      MCD offers the following services: Telecommunications Equipment Program, Maine Relay Service Outreach and Education Program; Maine TTY Directory,; Camp Sign-A-Watha; peer support groups in Augusta, Bangor and Portland; health education; information and referral services; and workshops and classes.
    7. NAMI Maine
      Offers various helpful resources for Maine residents affected by mental illness including support groups, respite care, training, and publications.
    8. National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Maine Chapter
      The National Multiple Sclerosis chapter in Maine, offering many resources for those with MS.
    9. Pine Tree Society
      The Pine Tree Society offers Maine children and adults with disabilities a wide variety of programs. The Society's services are determined by individual need, but the goal is always the same - to help each person attain maximum independence and an improved quality of life.

  19. Maryland

    1. Anne Arundel County (Maryland) Down Syndrome Connection
      The mission of the Anne Arundel County Down Syndrome Connection is to encourage, empower and embrace children and adults who have Down Syndrome and their families.
    2. Brain Injury Association of Maryland
      The Brain Injury Association of Maryland (BIAM) site has information on conferences, information, councils, volunteer opportunities, support groups, outreach and reading.
    3. Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Maryland Chapter
      "The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is proud to be a resource of information about cystic fibrosis."
    4. Epilepsy Association of the Eastern Shore (EAES)
      "The mission of EAES is to provide a local, nonprofit agency dedicated to the prevention and control of epilepsy and to serve people with other developmental disabilities."
    5. Family NET Works
      Family NET Works is a comprehensive online resource for disability-related information and supports specific to the needs of Maryland families that include a member with a disability. On this site you will find a wide array of information and links to resources and supports, a photo gallery to showcase family accomplishments, a focus on family section, a discussion area that will explore shared issues and concerns, and an events calendar where users are welcome to post upcoming meetings, conferences, support groups, rallies, recreation, etc. throughout Maryland.
    6. Howard County MD Chapter, Autism Society of America
      HCC-ASA helps parents, family members, professionals, and caregivers learn about autism, PDD, and related disorders, and how to effectively deal with these disabilities. The chapter is dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact. The national society and HCC-ASA share the common goals of providing information and education, supporting research and advocating for programs and services for the autistic population."
    7. Keswick Multi-Care Center
      The Keswick Center provides "a complete continuum of long-term care that encompasses the community/home, assisted living, adult day care, and nursing care" to seniors in the Baltimore area.
    8. Maryland Association of Community Services
      "MACS is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening agencies to better support people with developmental disabilities and their families in their own communities. This is accomplished through advocacy that promotes the highest standards of program excellance; fosters a climate that develops and nurtures a quality workforce; and results in an increased capacity within Maryland communities to support people in inclusive settings."
    9. Maryland Association of the Deaf, Inc.
      "The purpose of the Maryland Association of the Deaf, Inc. (MDAD) is to safeguard, maintain and advance the civic, educational, and social welfare of people who are deaf and hard of hearing in the State of Maryland. The MDAD membership is diverse, and includes deaf and hard of hearing people; hearing parents and guardians of deaf children; hearing children of deaf adults; and professionals who work with deaf people, all working together to support and learn from one another."
    10. Maryland Coalition of Families for Children's Mental Health
      "The Maryland Coalition of Families for Children's Mental Health is a grassroots coalition of family and advocacy organizations dedicated to: Improving services for children with mental health needs and their families and Building a network of information and support for families across Maryland "
    11. Maryland Family Voices
      "A statewide grassroots network of families and friends speaking on behalf of children with special health care needs."
    12. Montgomery County MD Chapter, Autism Society of America
      "MCASA is a group of parents and professionals dedicated to the education and welfare of adults and children with severe disorders of communication and behavior. Our mission, through advocacy, information, referral, support groups, and financial aid, is to make Montgomery County a better place for persons with autism."
    13. NAMI Maryland
      "NAMI Maryland (NAMI MD), formerly called the Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Maryland, is an advocacy organization for family and friends of people with serious mental illness, and people who have a mental illness. We provide information and referrals to appropriate services such as family self-help support groups and mental health services for persons with serious mental illness and their family members."
    14. Parents Place of Maryland
      The Parents' Place of Maryland is a non-profit family-centered organization. Its sole purpose is to enhance the lives of persons with disabilities. It is the Maryland Parent Training and Information Center funded under IDEA. Through the Parent Educators, who are all parents of children with disabilities or chronic illnesses, the Parents' Place provides assistance to families on issues related to their child's disability, particularly about special education. The parent educators support and educate families on their rights in special education. They provide training in their local regions through a series of workshops geared for parents. The Parents' Place also assists parents with health care related issues for their children with disabilities, and it is designated as the State's Family-to-Family Health Information and Education center. A calendar of upcoming workshops is available on the Web site.
    15. Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington (TSAGW)
      "The Tourette Syndrome Association of Greater Washington (TSAGW) is dedicated to serving the needs of families and individuals living with Tourette Syndrome, and the professionals who serve them, in Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C."
    16. United Cerebral Palsy of Prince George's and Montgomery Counties
      "UCP/PGMC provides services to children and adults. It is the belief of the Board of Directors and staff at UCP/PGMC that individuals have the right to develop emotionally, intellectually, physically, recreatively, socially, and vocationally to their fullest potential. UCP/PGMC serves individuals of any age, race, color, national or ethnic origin, or developmental disability."
    17. United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Maryland
      "The mission of United Cerebral Palsy of Southern Maryland is to positively affect the quality of life for persons with disabilities and their families by providing quality human services."

  20. Massachusetts

    1. Alzheimer's Association, Massachusetts Chapter
      The chapter offers a helpline, cargiver training and support services, family education programs, and supports groups. It also publishes a free consumer guide to selecting a nursing home or dementia care facility.
    2. Alzheimer's Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Inc.
      Alzheimer's Services of Cape Cod and the Islands, Inc. is an independent alliance focused on providing information, education, and support for people on Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket who have Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia and the families and professionals who care for them. Staff includes licensed and experienced personnel to assist families facing the ongoing problems of Alzheimer's Disease. Resources include a network of support groups, regular seminars, and a library of related local community resources.
    3. Arc of Massachusetts
      The Arc of MA has three main purposes: Education and Information Referral, Legislative and Public Policy, and Membership Support and Outreach.
    4. Asperger's Association of New England
      AANE services and programs include phone consultation and service referrals; support groups bulletin board; information packets which include a family networking list; social groups for individuals with AS; legislative advocacy; and seminars, conferences, and workshops for educators, professionals, adults with AS and their family members.
    5. Autism Society of Massachusetts
      "To promote lifelong access and opportunity for all individuals within the autism spectrum, and their families, to be fully participating, included memebers of their community. Education, advocacy at state and federal levels, active public awareness and the promotion of reserarch form the connerstones of ASA's efforts to carry forth its mission."
    6. Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled
      "The Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled (CORD) has been aggressively working since 1984 to advance the independence, productivity, and integration of people with disabilities into mainstream society. CORD serves and involves people of all ages and any disability in its independent living services and systematic advocacy efforts."
    7. Epilepsy Foundation of Massachusetts & Rhode Islan
      The Massachusetts/Rhode Island chapter of the National Epilepsy Foundation, providing various resources and information for those affected by Epilepsy.
    8. Island Parents Educational Support and Training Center
      "Our mission is to train parents and other caregivers to become active participants in the educational process of their child/children with a disability. The ultimate goal is to pass these skills on so that children can advocate for their own educational needs. We work with families whose children range in ages from birth to 22 years." IPEST serves Martha's Vineyard.
    9. Lowell Association for the Blind
      LAB is a non-profit, community based organization dedicated to working with the blind and visually impaired. Established in 1923, the Association serves the Greater Lowell / Merrimack Valley community in Massachusetts. LAB provides youth and adult programs, a radio reading service, and makes low vision and adaptive equipment available in its office.
    10. Massachusetts Association of the Blind
      "We are dedicated to eliminating barriers and creating opportunities for people with visual and other disabilities to participate fully and meaningfully in their communities."
    11. Massachusetts Brain Injury Association
      "Offering information, hope, and support to people with brain injuries, their families, and professionals who care for them."
    12. Massachusetts Disability Resource Exchange
      "Established for the purpose of providing free resources and a communication vehicle to the Massachusetts disabled community and their caregivers.'
    13. Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress
      "A non-profit organization made up of parents, professionals and anyone interested in gaining a better understanding of Down syndrome."
    14. Massachusetts Family TIES
      "A statewide information and parent-to-parent support project for families of children with special needs and chronic illness. It is administered by parent coordinators housed in each of the six regional offices of the Massachusetts' Department of Public Health."
    15. National MS Society- Central New England Chapter
      Offers many resources helpful to those with or affected by someone with Multiple Sclerosis.

  21. Michigan

    1. Brain Injury Association of Michigan
      The Brain Injury Association of Michigan is the only statewide organization in Michigan dedicated to providing support, education, advocacy, research and prevention in the brain injury field. The Association has a variety of programs to provide information and resources about brain injury and brain injury prevention as well as numerous services that are meant to provide direct assistance to persons with brain injury and their families.
    2. Cerebral Palsy Network of Mississippi
      This site is a support system for parents that have children with Cerebral Palsy. There are also several resource links on the subject.
    3. Culture to Culture Tri-County Deaf Advocacy
      "Culture to Culture provides services which maximize the leadership, control, independence and productivity of the Deaf community. Culture to Culture is consumer-driven, community-based, and promotes education, advocacy and peer support."
    4. Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan
      "The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan values all people with epilepsy. We commit our resources to empowering their independence and inspiring productive lives."
    5. Manic-Depressive and Depressive Association of Met
      "The Manic-Depressive and Depressive Association of Metropolitan Detroit (MDDA) is a self-help group for those diagnosed with Manic Depression (Bipolar Affective Disorder) or Major Depression (Unipolar Affective Disorder)."
    6. Mental Health Association In Michigan
      "The Mental Health Association in Michigan (MHAM) is a voluntary membership citizens' organization representing a broad base of people working together as an advocate for the mentally ill."
    7. Michigan Deaf-Blind Family Support
      "This group is designed for families who are impacted by or are associated with a child who is deaf-blind. Deaf-blindness is a condition in which an individual has a combination of hearing and vision loss of any degree. This specific group was generated by parents of deaf-blind children who have voiced their need to connect with other Michigan families with deaf-blind children. It is expected that support for families will be generated through the opportunities to share stories, gather information and provide suggestions to each other."
    8. Michigan Diabetes Outreach Network (MDON)
      Information on Diabetes awareness as well as diabetes referrals, support groups, recipes and facts about diabetes statistics in Michigan.
    9. Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association
      The Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association promotes the research of normal and disordered speech, language, and hearing; promotes high quality services for those with communicative difficulties; and stimulates the flow of information between resources to better the understanding of communication disabilities.
    10. National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Michigan Chap
      "The National MS Society-Michigan Chapter supports a wide range of programs and services designed to assist people with MS to live more productive lives. These programs are developed in direct response to needs expressed by our members."

  22. Minnesota

    1. AccessNorth
      AccessNorth is a general listing of disability-related resources from the Center For Independent Living of Northeastern Minnesota.
    2. Alzheimer's Association, Minnesota-Dakotas Chapter
      The chapter offers an online and telephone helpline; caregive and family training, education and support programs; support group; and other resources.
    3. Arc Minnesota
      "Arc Minnesota is a private, non-profit, statewide voluntary organization that is dedicated to ensuring the full participation in their communities of people with developmental disabilities and to improving their lives and the lives of their families." ARC MN provides information and referral services statewide, advocacy and support services for people with developmental disabilities and their families, and educational programs for family members and caregivers.
    4. Brain Injury Association of Minnesota
      "The Association offers the programs in Information and Resources, Individual Assistance, Resource Facilitation, Latino Outreach, Public Awareness and Prevention Activities, Education and Public Policy Advocacy."
    5. DeafBlind Services Minnesota
      DeafBlind Services Minnesota is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving deafblind children, adults, and their families throughout the state of Minnesota.
    6. Down Syndrome Association of Minnesota
      "A non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that all individuals with Down syndrome and their families receive the support necessary to participate in, contribute to and achieve the fulfillment of life in their community."
    7. Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota
      "The Foundation provides: Epilepsy Education & Awareness Programs, Information & Referral Services, Advocacy & Support, Youth & Family Programs and Used Clothing Donation Center."
    8. Fraser Community Services
      "A nonprofit organization serving children of all abilities and adults with special needs. We provide services, information, recommendations, and support to families and individuals in the areas of health care, education, and housing."
    9. Learning Disabilities Online: Minnesota State Reso
      Provides lots of useful information and resources about learning disabilities.
    10. NAMI Minnesota
      "Through education, advocacy, and support, we strive to eliminate the pervasive stigma of mental illness."

  23. Mississippi

    1. Cerebral Palsy Foundation of Mississippi
      " The mission of the Cerebral Palsy Foundation of Mississippi is to see all Mississippians with Cerebral Palsy enjoy the activities and opportunities of life to the fullest extent possible through treatment, education and rehabilitation. The term Cerebral Palsy refers to a group of conditions that affect the nerve and muscle functions of an individual and is caused by damage to the part of the brain that controls muscle action. CP may be characterized by one or more of these conditions: increased or decreased muscle tone; seizures; vision, hearing, speech, and learning difficulties; feeding difficulties; or cognitive disorders."
    2. Learning Disabilities Association of Mississippi
      "LDA of Mississippi, a state affiliate of LDA of America, is a non-profit, volunteer organization. LDA of MS is an informational Support Center for parents of children with learning disabilities, adults with learning disabilities, and professionals providing services related to learning disabilities."
    3. NAMI - Mississippi
      NAMI Mississippi provides several services for those with mental illness. They provide support groups, education, advocacy, research and much more.
    4. National Multiple Sclerosis Society- Mississippi C
      "The mission of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society is to end the devastating effects of multiple sclerosis. We achieve our mission through delivery of programs and services to people with MS and their families and caregivers, and through support of research into the cause and cure of MS."
    5. Spina Bifida Association of Mississippi
      "The Spina Bifida Association of Mississippi (SBA of Miss.) is a new resource available for people in Mississippi born with Spina Bifida and those who care for them. Our goal is to help ensure continued opportunities and advances for individuals with Spina Bifida, especially in the areas of medical treatment, awareness, education, and social acceptance."

  24. Missouri

    1. Boone County Council on Aging
      "The Mission of BCCA is to promote the self-respect, dignity, security, and independence of the older citizens of Boone County."
    2. Brain Injury Association of Missouri
      "The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Missouri, Inc. is to reduce the incidence of brain injury to promote acceptance, independence, productivity of persons with brain injury; and to support their families."
    3. Down Syndrome Association of Mid-Missouri
      This site provides information about Down Syndrome, including parent support meetings.
    4. Missouri Council for the Blind
      "A support group that can provide more information and help guide you through the maze of questions that will arise as you build your new lifestyle. Information provided includes scholarships, summer camps, special services program, adaptive technology information, health benefits, employment and legislation issues and public awareness programs."
    5. Missouri Developmental Disabilities Resource Cente
      This site contains general information, conference listings, a chat area, event calendar, and many other useful resources regarding developemental disabilities.
    6. OASIS Support Groups: Missouri
      Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support list of Missouri support groups.
    7. People First of Missouri
      "People First is a self-advocacy and self help organization formed by, run by and which exists for persons with developmental disabilities."
    8. Saint Louis Society for the Blind and Visually Imp
      "A private not-for-profit organization providing services to help individuals who are blind or visually impaired remain independent."
    9. St. Louis Arc
      "Provides multiple services to more than 3,000 individuals with developmental disabilities who reside in the St. Louis Metro-Area."
    10. United Cerebral Palsy of Greater St. Louis
      "Provides assistance with speech and physical therapy, adult activity programs, residential services, supported employment, respite and emergency residential services, community integration and family support services."

  25. Montana

    1. Brain Injury Association of Montana
      "The Brain Injury Association of Montana was organized in 1987 by families who struggled with the frustration that can be experienced by those in search of information, appropriate services and support for their loved ones."
    2. Montana Speech- Language and Hearing Association
      "MSHA, an organization of speech/language pathologists and audiologists with specialized education and certification, is dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with disorders related to the ability to communicate, reason, swallow or hear adequately due to medical or developmental conditions. MSHA promotes patient and public education on these disorders and is here to serve you."
    3. Montana Summer Orientation Program for the Blind a
      "This adjustment and training program is designed to assist Montanans experiencing vision losss to acquire the skills and attitudes that will enable them to remain independent and self-reliant. Participants learn different and safer techniques in mobility, in coping with personal daily living activities, in cooking and performing houshold tasks, and in getting more enjoyment out of living. Individual counseling and group discussion almost invariably result in more constructive attitudes towards one's situation. In fact, this group interaction may be the most important aspect of the program."

  26. Nebraska

    1. Alzheimer's Association of the Great Plains
      "To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research and to enhance care and support for individuals, their families, and caregivers."
    2. NAMI Nebraska
      "NAMI Nebraska is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support, education and advocacy to and for anyone whose life has been touched by a mental illness."
    3. Nebraska Stroke Foundation
      "NSF is a resource for all Nebraskans affected by stroke. We provide stroke prevention education, services to stroke survivors and their families, stroke support groups, a newsletter, a library of stroke-related books, videos and more."
    4. Ollie Webb Center
      The Ollie Webb Center works to improve the lives of people in the Omaha, NE area with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities, and to provide information, education and support to their families.
    5. Parent Training and Information of Nebraska
      "The staff members at PTI Nebraska are parents of children with disabilites. They are available to talk to other parents about their childrens' special education programs and other issues relating to having a child with a disability."

  27. Nevada

    1. Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada (DSO
      "The mission of the Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada is to enlighten the public by promoting a positive understanding of Down syndrome in the community and be a source of support, information and education for families and individuals affected by Down syndrome."
    2. NAMI of Southern Nevada
      "Families of persons experiencing serious mental illness can receive educational and emotional support from the NAMI organization help-line and the various support groups."
    3. National Multiple Sclerosis Society Desert Southwe
      "The Chapter offers more than 65 programs annually for people with MS, their family members and professionals. These programs promote knowledge, health and independence. Programs include: booklets and pamphlets describing MS and its symptoms, a lending library, an equipment loan program, education programs, social programs, information and referral, advocacy, self-help groups, volunteer opportunities and professional education."
    4. Northern Nevada Amputee Support Group
      "The Northern Nevada Amputee Support Group is qualified under the United Ways Standards of Excellence and is an accredited United Way Partner Agency. Donations to the United Way can be designated to go to the Northern Nevada Amputee Support Group."

  28. New Hampshire

    1. Alzheimer's Association of Vermont and New Hampshire
      This chapter offers a helpline, support groups, respite care, education programs, information, advocacy, and supports research on Alzheimer's Disease.
    2. Autism Society of New Hampshire
      This organization strives for one on one assistance, and information services. They provide support groups, conferences, and other useful resources for families affected by Autism.
    3. Brain Injury Association of New Hampshire
      "The mission of the Brain Injury Association of New Hampshire is to improve the quality of life for survivors of brain injury and their families, and to support prevention programs."
    4. Community Partners (Behavioral Health and Developmental Services of Strafford County NH)
      This organization offers many services to people of all ages affected by disabilities in the Strafford County, NH area.
    5. NAMI New Hampshire
      "NAMI NH is a statewide grassroots network of affiliate chapters, staff and volunteers that provide information, education and support to families and consumers of mental health services."
    6. New Hampshire Family Voices
      "NHFV has a free lending library of over 1,500 titles of books, videos, and audio topes with a specialty in children's books on specific conditions and disabilities, sibling relationships, behavior and social issues." They also have support groups, workshops, and other useful resources.
    7. Parent to Parent of New Hampshire
      This site offers all sorts of resources for parents of children with special needs including publications, message board, events, parent to parent matching, support network, and much more.
    8. Parent Training and Information Center of New Hamp
      "PIC provides information, support, and educational programs for parents, family members, educators, and the community."
    9. People First of New Hampshire
      "People First of New Hampshire, Inc. is a group of people working together to help each other take charge of our lives. This is being done by learning how to make decisions and choices in life in order to be more independent. It also means learning our rights and responsibilities. We support each other and gain confidence to speak out about what we believe in."
    10. Spina Bifida Support Group of New Hampshire
      "Established to unite parents, including future parents, with other parents of children with Spina Bifida."

  29. New Jersey

    1. Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter
      "The Alzheimer's Association is the only national voluntary health organization dedicated to research into the causes, cures, treatments and prevention of Alzheimer's disease, and to providing education and support services to individuals with Alzheimer's and their caregivers."
    2. Apraxia Network of Bergen County
      "We are a Northern NJ nonprofit support group for families of children/adults with all aspects of apraxia."
    3. Asperger Syndrome Education Network, Inc.
      ASPEN is a non-profit New Jersey-based organization, with 12 local chapters. It provides services and resources to individuals affected with Asperger Syndrome, PDD-NOS, High Functioning Autism, and related disorders and their families. The site lists many resources in New Jersey and surrounding states including support groups.
    4. Brain Injury Association of New Jersey
      "The Brain Injury Association of New Jersey is a non-profit organization that brings together people with brain injury, their families and friends, and concerned allied health professionals to improve the quality of life people experience after brain injury."
    5. Down Syndrome Support Group of South Jersey
      "The purpose of the Down Syndrome Support Group of South Jersey is to help families of children with Down syndrome address issues associated with raising a child with Down syndrome through organizing meetings with an educational format, facilitating the development of life-long friendships and creating an environment that encourages self advocacy and promotes public awareness."
    6. Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey (EFNJ)
      "The Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey (EFNJ), an affiliate of the National Epilepsy Foundation, is a state-wide, non-profit charitable agency dedicated to helping to improve the quality of life for people affected by epilepsy and their loved ones. EFNJ is the largest provider agency serving the developmentally disabled with family support services in New Jersey. EFNJ provides family support services to families who have children with development disabilities including autism, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, and other neurological impairments."
    7. Family Service
      Family Service is a private, non-profit provider of behavioral healthcare services offering a variety of programs to meet the mental health needs of families and individuals in nine counties in central and southern New Jersey.
    8. Family Support Center of New Jersey
      "The Family Support Center is a 'One-Stop Shop' clearinghouse, offering you the most up-to-date information on all types of disabilities as well as national, state, and local support programs and services for individuals and families seeking such information."
    9. Hydrocephalus Support Group of New Jersey
      The Hydrocephalus Support Group of New Jersey provides information for parents of children with hydrocephalus. Information on services such as "Registering with state or county agencies, Early intervention programs, Respite care, Special equiptment, Funding, Medical bill relief or contact with other handicap support groups, Emotional support, An ear to listen to you, Help dealing with other families and relatives."
    10. Jewish Association for Developmental Disabilities
      J-ADD operates nine kosher residential sites for people with developmental disabilities throughout Bergen and Passaic counties in New Jersey. The agency also provides family support, education and in-home respite services to over 100 families. Community respite is provided in partnership with various recreational programs.
    11. Learning Disabled Children Parent Support Group
      LDCPSG provides information and educates families to empower them with knowledge and support. The group seeks to "enable families to make informed decisions, and advocate for their child's Special Education needs, in order for each child to effectively learn according to their individual needs rather than passing through a school system functionally illiterate." It meets on the 4th Monday of each month at 7:30 pm in St. John's United Methodist Church, Hazlet, NJ.
    12. Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ)
      "The Mental Health Association in New Jersey (MHANJ) is an organization dedicated to improving the mental health of all people in New Jersey and to achieving victory over all types of mental illness through advocacy, education and support services."
    13. NAMI - New Jersey
      "NAMI New Jersey provides education, support and systems advocacy to empower families and persons with mental illness. Affiliate self-help and grassroots advocacy groups located in each county offer emotional support, information and advice about treatment and community resources."
    14. New Jersey Black Deaf Advocates, Inc.
      The New Jersey Black Deaf Advocates, Inc. is an organization that is dedicated to the empowerment and promotion of well-being for the black deaf.
    15. New Jersey Blind Citizens Association, Inc.
      "The NJ Blind Citizens Association is a non-profit, non-sectarian, charitable organization of men and women who are blind and sighted associates dedicated to improving the lives of the blind educationally, vocationally, economically and socially."
    16. New Jersey Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Association, I
      "We are people with CFS and we are here to support, inform and help you to deal with this serious illness."
    17. New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities
      "The Division of Developmental Disabilities serves more than 33,000 people with developmental disabilities. These include disabilities such as mental retardation, cerebral palsy, autism, epilepsy, spina bifida, traumatic brain injuries and certain neurological impairments."
    18. New Jersey Self Help Group Clearinghouse
      "The mission of the New Jersey Self Help Group Clearinghouse is to increase the awareness, utilization, development and understanding of mutual aid self-help groups to help reduce emotional suffering and isolation."
    19. New Jersey Statewide Parent to Parent
      "Parent to Parent is a statewide network of parents supporting families of children with developmental delays, disabilities, or other special health needs."
    20. Princeton Senior Resource Center
      "The Center is a private, not-for-profit agency providing information and referral, outreach, counseling, enrichment programs, family support, and companionship for persons over 60 years and/or disabled. The Center operates at Spruce Circle and the Suzanne Patterson Center."
    21. Spina Bifida Association Tri-State Region
      "The Spina Bifida Association Tri-State Region (SBA-TSR) provides activities and programs that directly benefit the residents of the state of New Jersey, metro New York, and southern Connecticut. The mission of SBA-TSR is to empower the lives of people with spina bifida through advocacy, education, public awareness, research, and programs, and to promote the prevention of spina bifida. SBA-TSR is an affiliate of the Spina Bifida Association of America."
    22. Tourette Syndrome Association of New Jersey (TSANJ
      "The Mission of our organization is to support the needs of families with TS, to advocate for individuals with TS and to educate the public and professionals on TS."

  30. New York

    1. Albany NY Chapter - Autism Society of America
      "The Albany ASA is a group of parents and relatives of individuals with autism and autism related disorders and professionals in the field of education and autism treatment. We meet locally every other month to provide an informational resource and support to families with similar needs."
    2. Alzheimer's Association - Long Island, NY Chapter
      "The Long Island Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association is able to offer many important programs and services and is dedicated to research for the cure and treatment of Alzheimer's disease. Our mission is to offer support for all Alzheimer's patients and their families through times that often leave families drained emotionally and financially."
    3. Brain Injury Association of New York State
      The Brain Injury Association of New York State is a statewide non-profit membership organization that advocates on behalf of individuals with brain injury and their families, and promotes prevention. BIANYS maintains a clearinghouse that provides the latest information to consumers, professionals, advocates, providers, educators and the public about brain injury, resources and prevention.
    4. Family Empowerment Council of Orange/Sullivan County, New York
      The Family Empowerment Council offers a wide array of services for people with disabilities living in Orange and Sullivan County of New York State. Their services include early intervention service coordination, family case management, youth educational school services, networking and residential habilitation.
    5. InterAgency Council of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities Agencies
      The IAC provides special services for families in New York with members that have developmental disabilities. Services include residences, special schools, job training programs, clinical and health services, and supports to families. IAC counts in its membership some 120 member agencies providing services in New York City and the surrounding suburban counties of Rockland, Westchester, Nassau and Suffolk.
    6. International Dyslexia Association - New York Branch
      Our website is a wellspring of information and resources for educators, mental health practitioners, researchers, parents, and teens and adults with dyslexia. Our website also is a place for people to talk with one another.
    7. Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc.
      Mental Health Association in New York State, Inc. "is a not-for-profit statewide association with 33 local affiliates located in communities throughout New York State." This association works to support through services and programs those with mental health issues
    8. NAMI New York State
      "NAMI is a nonprofit, grassroots, self-help, support and advocacy organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic and other severe anxiety disorders, autism and pervasive developmental disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses that affect the brain... Hundreds of thousands of volunteers participate in more than one thousand local affiliates and fifty state organizations to provide education and support, combat stigma, support increased funding for research, and advocate for adequate health insurance, housing, rehabilitation, and jobs for people with mental illnesses and their families."
    9. New York State Early Intervention Program
      "The New York State Early Intervention Program offers a variety of therapeutic and support services to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families, including, family training, counseling, home visits, and parent support groups; special instruction, speech pathology and audiology; occupational therapy; physical therapy; psychological services; service coordination; nursing services; nutrition services; social work services; vision services; and assistive technology devices and services."
    10. Parent to Parent of New York State
      "We offer various Services through our Regional Offices to assist us in Our Mission to connect and support families of individuals with special needs. This website serves as a representative sample of how we can help a parent of an individual with a disability or special health care need."
    11. Quality Services for Autism Community
      QSAC is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing services to persons with autism or PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder) and their families throughout New York City and Long Island.
    12. Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.
      RCSN is an independent, not-for-profit organization that provides information and referral, case management and support, individual and systemic advocacy, parent and professional training, library and information services to New York City parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and special needs and to the professionals who work with them. RCSN is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as a Parent Training and Information Center. On its Web site, RCSN offers a searchable database provides information about programs and services for children with disabilities and other special needs from birth to age 26 in the New York City Metropolitan Area. It includes national organizations and residential programs such as camps and schools that serve children from New York City.
    13. Rockland Independent Living Center
      An independent living center in New York state.
    14. Self-Advocacy Association of New York State, Inc.
      "Self-Advocacy Association is a strong voice for and by people with disabilities, promoting independence, empowerment, leading by example, communicating, networking and encouraging each other."
    15. Self-Advocates of Central New York
      An advocacy group for those with disabilities in New York.
    16. United We Stand of New York
      "A federally-funded Community Parent Resource Center for Individuals with Disabilities and their families." Services for this organization include individual advocacy, community support, training, support groups, information and referral.

  31. North Carolina

    1. Autism Society of North Carolina
      "The Autism Society of North Carolina is committed to providing support and promoting opportunities which enhance the lives of individuals within the autism spectrum and their families."
    2. Brain Injury Association of North Carolina
      "The Association is an affiliate of the Brain Injury Association of America. Today, the Association has Family and Community Support Centers in High Point, Raleigh and Charlotte and 24 local chapters and support groups across the state."
    3. Central North Carolina Chapter, National Multiple Sclerosis Society
      The Central North Carolina Chapter serves over 2100 people living with multiple sclerosis in central North Carolina. It provides a variety of programs for people with MS, their families, and medical professionals.
    4. Epilepsy Foundation of North Carolina
      Offers support groups, activities, and information for those affected by Epilepsy.
    5. Family Support Network of North Carolina
      This organization designed specifically for parents of children with disabilities provides support groups, workshops, and social activities, as well as other helpful services.
    6. NAMI North Carolina
      "A grass-roots organization providing support, education and advocacy for the families and friends of people with serious mental illness, and for persons with serious mental illness."
    7. North Carolina Council for Children with Behavioral Disabilities
      "A non-profit, professional association dedicated to providing a mutual support system to programs and people promoting the development of programs for children and adolescents with behavioral disorders and/or emotional disturbance."
    8. Parents Together
      "The Misson of Parents Together is to enhance the lives of children with special needs by working with their families and the professionals who serve them, and to facilitate the development of family-centered services." Services include parent-to-parent support, special visitation, information and referral, and community involvment.
    9. Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Network
      "The non-profit Piedmont Down Syndrome Support Group provides support and information to parents of children with Down syndrome in the Piedmont area. Our aim is to support each other and enrich the lives of our children so they may reach their fullest potential."
    10. SupportWorks
      This site allows people to find support groups for medical conditions and certain disabilities in North Carolina, as well as research medical information.
    11. Triangle Down Syndrome Network
      "Exists to support and connect families of children with Down syndrome by organizing and promoting activities. TDSN is striving to make a presence in the community. We want to ensure all people with Down syndrome have happy and productive lives."
    12. United Cerebral Palsy of North Carolina
      "A non-profit agency which provides supports and services to individuals with disabilities and their families across the state. Quality programming and innovative opportunities define these programs which are accessible to all citizens without discrimination."

  32. North Dakota

    1. Family Voices of North Dakota
      This organization works with families, health care providers, agencies and support groups to promote better medical care and homes for children with special health care needs.
    2. Fargo Moorhead Families for Effective Autism Treatment
      FMFEAT is a group of parents of children with autism who have organized. The organization helps families of children with autism and those who work with them.
    3. Mental Health Association in North Dakota
      "This site is intended to provide information on community and other services for and issues regarding the seriously mentally ill for individuals, families and professionals (i.e., psychiatrists, psychologists), event schedules, and news about new efforts to help from psychiatry and psychology."
    4. University of North Dakota - Family to Family Support Network
      "The Family to Family Network is a support network based on the philosophy that parents who have successfully adapted to their children's disabilities or special health care needs, are the best support for other parents of children with special needs. The Family to Family match provides emotional support and understanding, shared experiences, and support in accessing resources. It is designed to be broad based, to serve children with all types of disabilities and special health care needs and their families, and accommodate the needs of families in rural environments."

  33. Ohio

    1. American Council of the Blind of Ohio
      "The American Council of the Blind of Ohio is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality and the equality of life for persons who are blind or visually impaired. We direct our efforts toward education, information, and other activities designed to enhance the life styles of people who are blind or visually impaired. Our members include persons who are blind, visually impaired, and sighted."
    2. Brain Injury Association of Ohio
      "BIAOH is a state-wide advocacy and education organization incorporated in 1982 to improve services and supports to Ohioans with brain injury and their families, and to promote prevention. BIAOH is comprised of survivors, family members, friends and professionals working together to promote better under-standing, rehabilitation opportunities and lifelong community supports to assist an individual in living as fully and independently as possible."
    3. Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center
      "The Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center will care for all Northeast Ohioans who have special communication needs by providing the rehabilitation, education, and support essential for each to become an independent participating member of the community."
    4. Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati (D
      "The mission of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati is to provide information, resources and support to individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and their communities."
    5. Miami Valley Down Syndrome Association
      MVDSA is an excellent resource for families adjusting to the birth of a child with Down Syndrome. They provide information, public awareness, a newsletter, library, guest speakers, family functions, scholarships, and special events specifically for children with Down Syndrome.
    6. Ohio-SAFE Schools are for Everyone
      Ohio-SAFE is a non-profit organization that promotes inclusion in all schools and communities.

  34. Oklahoma

    1. Brain Injury Association of Oklahoma
      The Brain Injury Association of Oklahoma offers a toll free helpline and a variety of other information resources. The Association also provides support groups throughout the state.
    2. Family Voices of Oklahoma
      "Family Voices is a national grassroots clearing house for information and education about ways to assure and improve health care for children with disabilities and chronic conditions."
    3. Oklahoma Developmental Disabilities Services Division
      "DDSD offers a wide array of services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. Services are individualized to meet each person's needs. DDSD services are funded through Medicaid Home and Community Based Waivers (HCBW) and through state funds."
    4. Oklahoma Parents as Partners
      "Oklahoma Parents as Partners is a group of like-minded parents of children with mental illnesses. Like parents everywhere, we have the same hopes, dreams and aspirations for our children. We love our children and live with the fact they have a disability. Our challenges are compounded by the fact that they donâ??t physically look ill and are at times just like any other child."
    5. United Cerebral Palsy of Oklahoma
      "Direct services provided by United Cerebral Palsy affiliates to children and adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities and their families include medical diagnosis, evaluation and treatment; therapy; assistive technology; information and referral; early intervention; employment; individual and family support; social and recreation programs; community inclusion and independent living; advocacy and community education."

  35. Oregon

    1. Alzheimer's Association - Oregon Chapter
      The Oregon Chapter Alzheimer's Association site has information on services such as helplines, educational programs, information center, safe reutrn programs and support groups.
    2. Autism Society of Oregon (ASO)
      "The Autism Society of Oregon is a state-wide support group, and it is the state chapter of the Autism Society of America. The mission of the Autism Society of Oregon (ASO) shall be to provide a statewide organization."
    3. Autistic Children's Activity Program
      "Autistic Children's Activity Program, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization that focuses on direct services needed for children with autism. A.C.A.P. was founded in 1987 by parents of children with autism to provide a program involving life skills training, community integration support (including transportation training), recreational experiences, and family." ACAP has 10 classrooms throughout the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. It serves children ages 5-21, and its summer program runs for eight weeks.
    4. Brain Injury Association of Oregon
      The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Oregon is "yo improve the quality of life of persons with brain injury and their families; and to prevent brain injury."
    5. Brain Injury Support Group of Portland, Oregon, US
      "The mission of the BISG of Portland is to serve those affected by Brain Injuryâ??through advocacy, community awareness, education, injury prevention, service, and support."
    6. Coalition in Oregon for Parent Education
      "COPE provides Information & referral resources and training for parents of children with all disabilities ages birth-21. Our primary focus is on issues related to the special."
    7. International Dyslexia Association - Oregon Branch
      "The International Dyslexia Association is an international organization that concerns itself with the complex issues of dyslexia. The IDA membership consists of a variety of professionals in partnership with dyslexics and their families."
    8. Oregon Brain Injury Resource Network (OBIRN)
      "The mission of the Oregon Brain Injury Resource Network is to improve access to information and services for individuals with brain injury, their families, and the professionals who serve them. The Resource Network houses information on all aspects of brain injury, from the point of initial injury throughout the life span of the individual."
    9. Oregon Department of Human Services - People with
      "Disability issues range from disability awareness to the support systems that provide services to thousands of Oregonians needing assistance. Whether you are a consumer, a service provider or a friend of a person with a disability the material in this section of the DHS site will provide practical information and tips on many issues faced by people with disabilities and their family and friends."
    10. Oregon Parents United
      "As an organization, Oregon Parents United is dedicated to ending this situation. Actions we take include direct parent and disabled child advocacy, parent education in special education law, identifying and using resources effectively, IEP's and strategies for navigating the special education process, lobbying for compliance and change at all levels, and formal legal action."
    11. University of Oregon Center For Excellence in Deve
      "The mission of our UCE in Developmental Disabilities is to be of assistance in improving the quality of life for Oregonians and all persons with developmental disabilities and their families. To accomplish this mission, we provide training, technical assistance, interdisciplinary training, dissemination, networking and model development that responds effectively, and in a culturally competent fashion, to the multiple needs of individuals and their families from diverse racial, cultural, ethnic and linguistic groups of individuals."

  36. Pennsylvania

    1. Autism Support and Advocacy in Pennsylvania
      "Providing information to and support for individuals with autism and their families from the perspectives of inclusion, self-determination and social justice."
    2. Chester County Down Syndrome Interest Group, Inc.
      "The Chester County Down Syndrome Interest Group Inc. has been rejuvenated as a result of the committed effort of a group of parents with children with Down Syndrome. We are students, we are lawyers, we are teachers, we are scientists, we are tradesmen, we are bankers, we are homemakers, we are doctors; we are all people whose lives have been touched by Down Syndrome. We began in March of 1998 with the interest of joining with others for social contact and support. Because of the ongoing work of this group we have evolved as an organization whose purpose is not only to socialize with and support each other, but also to reach out to new families and educate the community to promote awareness and inclusion of people with Down Syndrome."
    3. Mentor Parent Program
      "The Mentor Parent Program is a community-based parent project created in 1989 by parents of children with special needs to support, assist and provide expertise to parents in rural northwest Pennsylvania."
    4. NAMI Pennsylvania
      "NAMI Pennsylvania offers several Educational Programs to our members, for the public and for providers."
    5. Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania
      "Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania is a network created by families for families of children and adults with special needs. We connect families in similar situations with one another so that they may share experiences, offer practical information and/or support."
    6. Parents Involved Network of Pennsylvania (PIN)
      "Parents Involved Network of Pennsylvania (PIN) is an organization that assists parents or caregivers of children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders. PIN provides information, helps parents find services and will advocate on their behalf with any of the public systems that serve children. These include the mental health system, education, and other state and local child-serving agencies."
    7. Pennsylvania Association for the Blind
      "The Pennsylvania Association for the Blind is a statewide membership organization directed to the provision of quality services to persons who are blind or vision impaired, and to the prevention of blindness. This is accomplished through a network of member agencies with a prime focus of vision-related services."
    8. Pocono Autism Society
      "Pocono Autism Society is a non-profit support organization for families and professionals involved with Autism/Pervasive Developmental Disorders. We advocate for the general welfare of persons with autism and foster dialogue between parents and professionals to enhance diagnosis, therapy, education and recreation of persons with autism. We promote public awareness of the problems of persons with autism."

  37. Rhode Island

    1. Alzheimer's Association - Rhode Island Chapter
      "The Alzheimer's Association is a diverse group of people united to provide support, strength, and hope to families affected by Alzheimer's Disease, as well as to health care professionals and the public."
    2. Exeter/West Greenwich Individual Needs Advisory Co
      "EWGINAC, (or simply INAC) is the Exeter-West Greenwich Individual Needs Advisory Committee--the Local Special Education Advisory Committee, as mandated by Rhode Island State Regulations on Special Education. All members of the Exeter/West Greenwich community are welcome to join INAC. Indeed, we encourage all community members, especially parents and teachers of children with disabilities, to join us in our effort to advocate for children with special needs. It is our hope and belief that in doing so, we are enriching and improving the environment for the entire community."
    3. NAMI Rhode Island
      "NAMI Rhode Island (the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill of Rhode Island) was founded in 1983 by family members of people with serious mental illnesses. Its original mission was to provide support, education, and advocacy for its members and their families."
    4. Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN)
      "The Rhode Island Parent Information Network (RIPIN) is a statewide, nonprofit agency that provides information, training, support and advocacy to parents seeking help for their children. RIPIN offers 11 programs and services to families with children in RI, including families of children with special needs."
    5. SHHH Sargent Chapter
      "A friendly organization offering support and advocacy to those who have a hearing loss."

  38. South Carolina

    1. Aiken County Board of Disabilities
      Their mission is "to provide, promote and coordinate community services in Aiken County for individuals with autism, head and spinal cord injuries, and mental retardation, to maximize independence, safeguard and support human rights and dignity, and achieve community inclusion; and to provide education and resources to the public to help in the understanding and prevention of autism, head and spinal cord injuries, and mental retardation."
    2. Alliance of South Carolina's Children
      "The Alliance for South Carolina's Children is an independent, statewide nonprofit advocacy organization whose mission is to improve the well-being of South Carolina's children."
    3. Alzheimer's Association - South Carolina Chapter
      The Alzheimer's Association - South Carolina Chapter serves the entire state of South Carolina through a network of eight area offices.
    4. Disabilities Board of Charleston County
      "The Disabilities Board of Charleston County is part of a state-wide network of County Disabilities boards contracted by the South Carolina Department of Disabilities and Special Needs (SCDDSN) to provide services and supports to people with mental retardation, autism, head injuries, spinal cord injuries, and related disabilities."
    5. Family Connection of South Carolina
      "Family Connection is a support network for families who have children with special needs. Founded in 1990, we're here to help thousands of children in South Carolina reach their potential by providing parent-to-parent connections, linking families to community resources, and sponsoring a number of educational and support programs."
    6. Florence County Disabilities and Special Needs Boa
      "Florence County Disabilities and Special Needs Board (FCDSNB) is committed to provide the highest quality array of services to meet the needs of everyone eligible. As a community service agency for persons with mental retardation, autism, head and spinal cord injuries, and related disabilities our mission is to provide these services through the provision of education, training, and placement for children and adults; identify and coordinate family support services; ensure residential opportunities are available and adopt an infrastructure that promotes professional growth, development and expansion of services."
    7. Laurens County Disabilities and Special Needs Boar
      "LCDSNB is a public, non-profit agency, which serves individuals with developmental disabilities, head and spinal cord injuries, and autism and their families in all areas of Laurens County. The LCDSNB, created by an act of Legislation in 1973, in conjunction with the Laurens County Association for Retarded Citizens has developed an array of services and programs in an ongoing effort to provide a comprehensive delivery system for persons with disabilities."
    8. Parents Reaching Out To Parents of South Carolina,
      "Parents Reaching Out to Parents of South Carolina, Inc., is a private, non-profit organization which provides information and training about education to families of children with all types of disabilities."
    9. South Carolina Autism Society
      "The purpose of the South Carolina Autism Society is to enable all children and adults in South Carolina who have autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to reach their maximum potential."
    10. South Carolina Support Groups
      This is a listing of support groups for those with disabilities in South Carolina.
    11. South Dakota Speech-Language-Hearing Association
      "The South Dakota Speech-Language-Hearing Association is an ASHA approved provider for continuing education credits for presentations, seminars, workshops, and conventions."

  39. South Dakota

    1. South Dakota Coalition of Citizens with Disabiliti
      "We are a consumer driven, cross disability advocacy group made up of individuals and organizations who support our mission. Working together we are making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities in South Dakota."
    2. South Dakota Family Support
      "Family Support is not a single service, but rather a flexible constellation of services and supports which are customized to meet the varied and changing needs of each individual and family. A family support program recognizes and values the contribution of natural or informal supports such as extended family members, friends, neighbors, church congregations, and community organizations."
    3. South Dakota Parent Connection
      "Our Mission is to empower families caring for children with disabilities with knowledge and supports to participate fully in the planning and delivery of quality educational services."
    4. South Dakota Parent Resource Network
      "The body of evidence continues to grow that indicates parental involvement in a child's early development and later school years results in large improvements in school achievement. The South Dakota Parent Resource Network contributes to those improvements by offering a range of services designed to strengthen parents' skills and encourage close and productive partnerships between parents and schools."

  40. Utah

    1. NAMI Utah
      "NAMI Utah is Utah's voice on mental illness. Our mission is to ensure dignity and improve the lives of those who suffer mental illness and their families through education, support, advocacy and research. NAMI Utah is a non-profit organization focused on educating the public about the issues surrounding mental illness. Most of all, we want the people in Utah to know that Treatment Works."
    2. Utah Parent Center
      "The Utah Parent Center is a statewide nonprofit organization founded in 1984 to to provide training, information, referral and assistance to parents of children and youth with ALL disabilities including physical, mental, hearing, vision, learning, behavioral and emotional."

  41. Vermont

    1. Brain Injury Association of Vermont
      "The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Vermont is to create a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education and advocacy."
    2. Council on Aging for Southeastern Vermont, Inc.
      "This site contains information on local elder services, caregiver support groups, respite funding, current events, news update links, federal and Vermont State initiatives, and more."
    3. NAMI-Vermont
      "NAMI-VT is a grassroots organization of spouses, siblings, adult children, parents, consumers, mental health professionals and friends who have joined together for mutual support while working collectively to improve services for persons who are mentally ill. We also support public education, research, and other efforts to reduce stigma and discrimination against consumers of mental health services and their families, which will finally lead to better understanding and eventual cures for neurobiological diseases of the brain."
    4. Parent to Parent of Vermont
      "A statewide organization helping families with children with special needs find support from other parents, healthcare professionals, and the communities in which they live."
    5. Vermont Family Resource Partnership
      "The Partnership is a cooperative effort among three Vermont non-profit organizations: The Vermont Parent/Child Center Network, the Vermont Parent Information Center, and Parent to Parent of Vermont. It combines and expands the resources of these organizations to assure the availability of comprehensive, coordinated family support and education services across Vermont."

  42. Virginia

    1. Brain Injury Association of Virginia
      "The Brain Injury Association of Virginia (BIAV) is a 501-C3 non-profit organization which provides a variety of educational and supportive services to individuals with brain injury, their families, and service providers."
    2. Northern Virginia Sign Language Club
      "NVSLC strives to educate the Hearing community about Deaf culture, promote greater awareness about Deaf issues, provide a place for the two communities to interact and socialize,and promote American Sign Language (ASL) as the language of the Deaf."

  43. Washington

    1. Brain Injury Association of Washington
      "The mission of the Brain Injury Association of Washington is to create a better future through brain injury prevention, support, education and advocacy."
    2. Deaf Connection
      "Deaf Connection is a growing organization based in the central Puget Sound region of the state of Washington with involvement from members living in King and Snohomish counties (and at least one similar group in another Puget Sound county) that provides a monthly format for families with Deaf, Deaf/Blind, and Hard of Hearing children to interact with each other as well as members of the Deaf, Deaf/Blind and Hard of Hearing communities. But...that's not the whole story. We are Moms and Dads, sisters and brothers, friends and relatives, bonded together by our shared experiences around deafness. We are providing a non-judgmental, safe, respectful environment for our various communities to connect with each other. We have age appropriate play and parent discussion groups. We provide interpreters for our gatherings to ensure access for all and provide positive role and language models for our children. We publish a newsletter, hold festivals and events, sponsor classes, and provide opportunities for our children to grow and experience new things. We are an information resource, we are wired (in a nice way), and much, much more. Welcome to our site. Let us know what you think, and stay healthy."
    3. NAMI Tri-Cities
      "NAMI Tri-Cities is a grass roots organization working with and for people with mental illnesses and their families. Our purposes include advocacy, education, and mutual support. NAMI Tri-Cities is an affiliate of NAMI Washington and the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI)."
    4. Parent to Parent of Washington
      This is a resource center for those with children who have disabilities in Washington state.
    5. Washington PAVE (Parents are Vital in Education)
      "Washington PAVE, a parent-directed organization, exists to increase independence, empowerment, and future opportunities for consumers with special needs, their families and communities, through training, information, referral and support."
    6. Washington Sensory Disabilities Services
      "Washington Sensory Disabilities Services (WSDS) is an OSPI funded state needs project which provides information, training, technical assistance, and resources to families and educators statewide regarding children and youth with sensory disabilities â?? students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired, or deaf-blind."

  44. West Virginia

    1. Alzheimer's Association of West Virginia
      "The Alzheimer's Association of West Virginia is committed to providing support and education to those dealing with this devastating disease, to funding research into the causes, treatments, and eventual cure of Alzheimer's disease and to advocating for public policy measures which will further the battle against Alzheimer's disease and related disorders."
    2. Easter Seals of West Virginia
      "Easter Seals creates solutions that change lives of children and adults with disabilities or other special needs and their families."
    3. Mental Health Association in the Greater Kanawha Valley
      "The Mental Health Association is dedicated to improving the mental health of all individuals and achieving victory over mental illnesses through education, advocacy, research, and service."
    4. Mountain State Parent - Child and Adolescent Network (MSPCAN)
      This is a group of parents who came together in order to help and support West Virginian families who have children that suffer from emotional, mental or behavioral disorders.
    5. NAMI West Virginia
      "NAMI West Virginia is the voice for the families of those persons with a serious mental illness. Those families in turn are very often the voice for those who are too ill to speak for themselves. NAMI WV is the statewide non-profit, tax-exempt organization of family support advocacy groups comprised of twelve affiliates across the Mountain State. These local groups offer understanding, encouragement and mutual support to all who are faced with a serious and persistent mental illness of loved ones. Those with a mental illness are also encouraged to join the organization. It is an affiliate of NAMI, the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, in Arlington, Virginia. The focus of the state group is on education, support, and advocacy."
    6. West Virginia Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
      This page contains contact information for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome support groups within West Virginia
    7. West Virginia Office of Behavioral Health Services: Division of Developmental Disabilities
      "We ensure that positive meaningful opportunities are available for persons with mental illness, chemical dependency, developmental disabilities and those at risk. We provide support for individuals, families, and communities in assisting persons to achieve their potential and to gain greater control over the direction of their future."
    8. West Virginia Parent Training and Information
      "West Virginia Parent Training and Information (WVPTI) is a statewide cross disability, parent/professional, private non-profit group. The project is funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education and Rehabilitative services. All information and assistance is provided FREE to parents of children with special needs."
    9. West Virginia Parent-Educator Resource Center (PERC) Project
      "A team consisting of a parent of a special needs child and an educator staffs each PERC. Although basic services are listed below, how each PERC provides these services depends on the individual community strengths, resources and needs. All PERCs have certain common functions and responsibilities including: Providing information, resources, and training for parents on important issues such as parenting skills, problem solving, educational planning for their child, behavior management, home learning activities, and other topics to strengthen home-to-school partnerships; Assisting families on an individual basis to better understand their children's educational needs and to discover opportunities and options for meeting these needs; Connecting families with appropriate community services; and Offering information, resources, and training to educators to increase the skills, knowledge and attitudes needed to encourage and strengthen family involvement and positive school-to-home partnerships."

  45. Wisconsin

    1. Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin
      The Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin was established in 1980 by a group of individuals with brain injury, their families, friends, and professionals. BIAW is a chartered member affiliate of the national Brain Injury Association, Inc. BIAW provides services in 5 core areas: Information and Resources; Education; Prevention; Advocacy; Support Services.
    2. Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing UniversaLink
      The Center is a private non-profit organization serving children and adults who are deaf or hard of hearing throughout Wisconsin. Activities include Sign Language classes, after-school youth activities, parent education, audiology services, Auditory-Verbal Therapy, aural rehabilitation, and cochlear implant training. The CommunicationLink program provides interpreter coordination services and the UniversaLink program offers a wide range of assistive technology for people with hearing loss.
    3. National Multiple Sclerosis Association - Wisconsi
      Part of a 50-state network of chapters, the Wisconsin Chapter of the National MS Society serves the needs of people with MS in Wisconsin. The Chapter carries out the National MS Societyâ??s mission, to end the devastating effects of MS, by helping improve the lives of those affected by the disease. The Chapter offers free and nominal-fee educational programs on a variety of topics.

  46. Wyoming

    1. Deaf Association of Wyoming
      The Deaf Association of Wyoming is a network for deaf persons in Wyoming.
    2. Wyoming Children's Special Health Program (CSH)
      "Program for Wyoming Children with Special Health Care Needs."
    3. Wyoming Parent Information Center
      "PIC serves parents of children with disabilities, ages birth through 21," with support, information, resources, workshops and networking.
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