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FHUSD – DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT SERVICES TRANSITION GUIDE & DIRECTORY Guide to the Transition from High School to Adult Life for Students with Disabilities – Resources for Postsecondary Education, Vocation, Employment, and Life Skills A transition guide for students and their parents to help them take an active role in developing transition goals as part of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
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FHUSD – DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT SERVICES
TRANSITION GUIDE & DIRECTORY
Guide to the Transition from High School to Adult Life for Students with Disabilities – Resources for Postsecondary Education, Vocation, Employment, and Life Skills
A transition guide for students and their parents
to help them take an active role in developing transition goals
as part of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP)
TRANSITION GUIDE & DIRECTORY FHUSD DEPARTMENT OF STUDENT SERVICES
Introduction
This Guide The Transition Guide & Directory will provide a reference for students as they develop career and life goals and plans after high school. There are many exciting possibilities and hopefully the information presented in this guide will help students locate the information, people and agencies that can assist in the transition process.
Table of ContentsINTRODUCTION
This Guide
Table of Contents
Law & Legal Issues – What Are My Rights?
TRANSITION TIMELINE
Freshman/Sophomore
Junior
Senior
INTERESTS, SKILLS , & CAREER ASSESSMENT
Self Advocacy
Career Exploration and Assessments
GOVERNMENT HELP
DES – Rehabilitation Services Administration
DES – Division of Developmental Disabilities
COLLEGE EDUCATION
Maricopa County Community Colleges
State Universities
Scholarships & Other Resources
VOCATIONAL EDUC ATION
East Valley Institute of Technology
Other Vocational Schools & Opportunities
EMPLOYMENT
Employment Resources
LIFE CARE & INDEPENDENT LIVING
Life Care & Independent Living Options
Transportation Assistance
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
Assistive Technology Resources
HEALTH
Health Care Options
PARENT SUPPORT
Parent Resources
YOUTH
Youth Resources
OTHER RESOURCES
General Transition Resources
General Disability Resources
Autism
Developmental Disability
Learning Disability
Services for Blind and Deaf
Other
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Law & Legal Issues – What Are My Rights? There are a number of legal protections for people with disabilities. It is important to understand what these legal protections are and the role and responsibilities of each person, family, school, organization, or business. Below are a number of resources that will help clarify these rights.
Here is a general summary of the laws that protect disabled individuals in school and in work.
Federal laws which prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability:
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990
o Title I – applies to employers and workplaces
o Title II – applies to schools and colleges
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
o K-12 Schools – school districts are required to provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to each child with a disability in the district’s jurisdiction
o Postsecondary Schools – not required to provide FAPE; are required to provide appropriate academic adjustments as necessary to ensure that it does not discriminate on the basis of disability
Federal laws that address transition for K-12 students with disabilities:
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) of 1990 – Mandates transition services for students with disabilities; was the start of Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
Amendments to IDEA (1997) – Broadened the scope of transition by emphasizing that all students with disabilities should have access to the same standards and educational opportunities as other students.
ARIZONA CENTER FOR D ISABILITY LAW
www.azdl.com
5025 E. Washington St., Ste. 202, Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-274-6287; 1-800-927-2260
Contact: Natalie Franklin, [email protected]
Advocates for the legal rights of persons with disabilities to be free from abuse, neglect and discrimination and to have access to education, health care, housing and jobs, and other services in order to maximize independence and achieve equality.
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U.S . DEPARTMENT OF E DUCATION – OFFICE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION AN D REHABILITATIVE SER VICES
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/index.html
Resources that support persons with disabilities, their families and the service providers who work with these individuals.
U.S . DEPARTMENT OF E DUCATION – OFFICE FOR CIVIL RIGHTS
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/hq9805.html
Information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) which gives civil rights protections to individuals with disabilities guaranteeing equal opportunity in employment, public accommodations, transportation, State and local government services, and telecommunications.
DISABILITY.GOV – EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & PROTECTION UNDER THE LAW
www.disability.gov/civil_rights
Information about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other laws that protect the housing, education, transportation and other rights of people with disabilities.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPP ORTUNITY COMMISSION: PHOENIX OFFICE
www.eeoc.gov
3300 N Central Ave, Ste 690
Phoenix, AZ 85012
602-640-5000
Federal agency that enforces the laws against job discrimination.
SPECIAL NEEDS ANSWER S
www.specialneedsanswers.com
A community resource provided by Academy of Special Needs Planners. Provides a general overview of strategies parents and others can use to plan for their own futures and for those of family members with special needs.
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Transition Timeline
Freshman/Sophomore Discuss your high school graduation path with your Case Manager, Guidance Counselor and parents. Be an
active participant in your IEP meetings and transition discussions.
Use the Arizona Career Information System (AzCIS) to take Career Cluster and Interest Profiler assessments. Use and chart your careers of interest.
If available, take the Kuder vocational assessments to determine natural strengths, skills, and aptitudes.
Determine what classes you need to take to prepare for your career path (course of study). This is particularly important if you are interested in attending EVIT (East Valley Institute of Technology) for vocational courses during your Junior and/or Senior year(s).
Make arrangements to take the PSAT in the first semester of your Sophomore year if you plan to attend a 4-year college.
If you plan to attend an EVIT program, work with your case manager to submit an application by the beginning of second semester of your sophomore year.
Take the AIMS test in the second semester of your sophomore year.
Families of students with developmental disabilities should contact Department of Economic Security/Division of Developmental Disabilities to determine eligibility of services and support.
Junior Talk to your case manager to discuss your career plan and schedule some job shadowing experiences in your
area(s) of interest.
Use the Arizona Career Information System (AzCIS) to take the Reality Check assessment.
Register to take the SAT if you plan to attend a 4-year college.
Visit the Counselor Center to get college, career, and vocational information.
Attend Career Fairs and college/vocational open house events.
Select a number of schools and/or vocational programs you feel will best meet your career needs. Research information about each program (application, course program, work program, financial aid) including the supports available for students with disabilities.
Retake the AIMS test if necessary.
Work with your Case Manager to submit a referral to Department of Economic Security/Vocational Rehabilitation.
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Senior Check credits and community service hours needed for graduation with your guidance counselor early in the
year.
Begin to fill out application forms for schools/training of your choice.
Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) form in January and list all potential schools of your choice. www.fafsa.ed.gov/
Apply for financial aid and scholarships.
Make arrangements to take the appropriate placement tests if planning to attend a community college.
Sign the form to release documentation of special education services to schools and agencies.
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Interests, Skills, & Career Assessment
Self Advocacy During their high school years, it is important for students with disabilities to be prepared to self advocate for their education, assistance and support. Part of that process is achieved by being an active participant in their IEP meetings. Here are some guidelines on what an effective self-advocate can do:
Understand his/her disability and can explain it to others.
Is able to discuss how his/her strengths and weaknesses impact learning.
Is able to discuss interests, preferences, and goals.
Take an active role at his/her IEP meeting related to course of study, accommodations for successful learning, and vocational/community experiences.
Know how and when to ask for help.
Contact the people who can help him/her achieve his/her career goals.
Set realistic and achievable goals.
SELF DISCOVERY TO ADVOCACY: A HANDBOOK FOR STUDENTS
www.ade.state.az.us/ess/SpecialProjects/transition/empowerment/SelfDiscoverytoSelfAdvocacy.pdf
A handbook for high school students with disabilities as an instructional tool for the development of self advocacy skills and transition planning. Full of activities, assessments and resources for the purpose of building advocacy skills. Developed for the Connecticut State Department of Education.
KIDS AS SELF ADVOCATES (KASA)
www.fvkasa.org
A national, grassroots project created by youth with disabilities for youth.
Career Exploration and Assessment Through the high school Guidance Counseling office, all students will have an opportunity to gain access to the Arizona Career Information System (AzCIS). This online portal, offered through the Arizona Department of Education, is designed to provide educational, career, and occupation information to help students in making better-informed career and school choices.
Also listed in this section are some other resources that can offer help in exploring and planning career options.
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AZCIS (ARIZONA CAREE R INFORMATION SYSTEM)
www.azcis.intocareers.org
Students can use the AzCIS assessments and resources throughout their high school years and beyond. It can be a useful tool in exploring skills and strengths, developing career plans, and writing resumes.
Obtain a Username and Password from the Guidance Counselors.
Take the available assessments:
o Career Cluster Inventory – Get a list of occupations to explore based on your preferences.
o Interest Profiler – Identify your strongest work-related interests. Then explore occupations that match your interests.
o Reality Check – Find out how much money you will need and which occupation will pay for all of your needs.
Use your AzCIS account to develop an “Education Career Action Plan” throughout your high school years. Manage all of your career planning information in one spot that can be accessed from anywhere on any computer.
KUDER NAVIGATOR
www.kudernavigator.com
Kuder Navigator is another career planning resource that may be available through your case manager. Similar to AzCIS, it offers additional resources to build a career portfolio, create resumes, and even look for jobs.
Ask your case manager if Kuder is available and, if so, obtain instructions on setting up an account and creating a Username and Password.
Go to the “Learn About Myself” section and take the available assessments:
o Career Search with Person Match – evaluate interests; results are aligned to the States’ 16 Career Clusters and identifies related occupations and programs of study to your identified career cluster.
o Skills Assessment-16 – estimate skills; results are aligned to the States’ 16 Career Clusters and identifies career paths that match your highest identified skills.
o Super’s Work Values Inventory – obtain a rank-order of 12 work-related values based on your responses and identify occupations that support those values.
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EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONIN G
www.ldonline.org/article/What_Is_Executive_Functioning%3F
Article discussing executive functions which are a set of processes that have to do with managing oneself and one’s resources in order to achieve a goal.
SECONDARY TRANSITION , AZ DEPT OF EDUCATION – EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES (ADE /ESS)
www.azed.gov/ess/specialprojects/transition
Mission is to ensure that all public education agencies in Arizona are able to receive quality technical assistance in the planning, development, organization, implementation and evaluation of special education secondary transition services. Includes a number of career, transition, youth and parent resources.
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Government Help
DES – Arizona Rehabilitation Service Administration (RSA) The Department of Economic Security (DES) Arizona Rehabilitation Service Administration (RSA), www.azdes.gov/rsa, works with individuals with disabilities to achieve increased independence and/or gainful employment through the provision of comprehensive rehabilitative and employment support services. They have a number of programs that can be valuable resources and support as a student transitions from high school to post-secondary education, vocational training, and employment.
VOCATIONAL REHABIL IT ATION (VR) PROGRAM
www.azdes.gov/rsa/VR/
Scottsdale Office – Serves Fountain Hills High School
10900 N. Scottsdale Rd, Ste. 401
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-948-3819 (Phone); 480-596-5349 (Fax)
After you leave high school, the VR program can provide opportunities such as: college education, additional formal skill training, work related assistive technology goods/services, and/or job development and placement services to help you become economically independent through work.
Fountain Hills High School is assigned a local VR counselor each school year to help guide you through this process. Our goal is to refer all juniors and seniors to VR so that all students have the opportunity to be evaluated for VR services. Here is how the process works:
Step 1 – Referral: Sometime during your junior/senior years your case manager will fill out a high school “High School Referral for VR Services” to recommend you for VR services. This form, along with a signed “Authorization to Release Confidential Information” (to give permission for the school to release IEP information to VR), and supporting information will be sent to the local FHHS VR counselor. (NOTE: If a student has a developmental disability and the student will need employment support services (ESS) in order to work successfully, the case manager for the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) will make the referral to RSA.)
Step 2 – Intake: You will be contacted by the local VR counselor to meet, complete the application, and to participate in an intake interview.
Step 3 – Eligibility Determination: The VR counselor will determine your eligibility based on four factors: existence of a disability; the disability causes you to have significant impediments to employment; you require VR services to overcome those impediments; and you want, and are able, to have meaningful, paid employment. If eligible you will be placed on one of three selection lists (selection lists are prioritized according to level of disability and related service needs)
Step 4 – Individual Plan for Employment (IPE): When your name is released from the selection list (could be a few months to a year based on available funding) your VR counselor will contact you to set up a time to develop an IPE. The IPE will at least include: your
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vocational goal, intermediate objectives, responsibilities that both you and the counselor have accepted, a list of services that VR will sponsor, and a plan of action towards employment.
In addition to the Vocational Rehabilitation Program, DES-RSA has a number of other programs to support the disabled. Go to the indicated links to find out more information on each area.
INDEPENDENT LIVING R EHABIL ITATION SERVICES ( ILRS)
www.azdes.gov/rsa/ILRS/
Provides services to enable disabled individuals to live and function more independently within their home or community.
ARIZONA INDUSTRIES F OR THE BLIND (AIB)
www.azdes/gov/main.aspx?menu=58&id=902
Provides employment and training opportunities for Arizonians who are blind.
EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT S ERVICES (ESS)
www.azdes.gov/main.aspx?menu=32&id=1304
The ESS program assists individuals with severe disabilities to maintain successful employment.
DES – Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) The Department of Economic Security (DES) Division of Development Disabilities (DDD) provides services and supports to help eligible individuals with developmental disabilities achieve self-sufficiency and independence. It also offers supports for family members and other caregivers.
Click here to go to DDD’s publication called “Navigating the System”, a comprehensive guide to navigating the DDD agency and programs.
DIVISION OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES ( DDD)
www.azdes.gov/ddd/
Go to this website to access the variety of programs and services available to those with developmental disabilities and their families.
APPLY FOR DD SERVICE S
https://ddd.azdes.gov/ddd/EligibilityReferral/frm_EligibilityRequirements.aspx
This link will help you make a determination of whether a person may meet eligibility requirements for the Division of Developmental Disabilities and allows you to make a referral.
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College Education Each community college and state university in Arizona has a website for Disability Resources and Services.
Maricopa County Community Colleges CHANDLER-GILBERT
General 480.732.7000
2626 E. Pecos Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225
www.cgc.maricopa.edu
Disability Resources 480.857.5188
www.cgc.maricopa.edu/disabi
lity
ESTRELLA MOUNTAI N
General 623.935.8000
3000 N. Dysart Rd
Avondale, AZ 85323
www.estrellamountain.edu
Disability Resources 623.935.8935
www.estrellamountain.edu/dis
ability
GATEWAY
General 602.286.8000
108 N. 40th St
Phoenix, AZ 85034
www.gatewaycc.edu
Disability Resources 602.392.5049
www.gatewaycc.edu/Support/
disability
GLENDALE
General 623.845.3000
6000 W. Olive Ave
Glendale, AZ 85302
www.gccaz.edu
Disability Resources 623.845.3080
www.gccaz.edu/CurrentStude
nts/StudentSupport/Disabilitie
s.htm
MESA
General 480.461.7000
1833 W. Southern
Mesa, AZ 85202
www.mesacc.edu
Disability Resources
www.mc.maricopa.edu/servic
es/disability
PARADISE VALLEY
General 602.787.6500
18401 N. 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85032
www.pvc.maricopa.edu
Disability Resources 602.787.7172
www.pvc.maricopa.edu/~drc/
PHOENIX COLLEGE
General 602.285.7500
1202 W. Thomas Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85013
Disability Resources 602.285.7486
www.pc.maricopa.edu/index.p
hp?page=127&subpage=398
RIO SALADO
General 480.517.8000
2323 W. 14th St
Tempe, AZ 85281
www.riosalado.edu
Disability Resources 480.517.8562
www.riosalado.edu/disability_
services/Pages/default.aspx
SCOTTSDALE
General 480.423.6000
9000 E. Chaparral Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85256
www.scottsdalecc.edu
Disability Resources 480.423.6517
www.scottsdalecc.edu/disabl
ed/
SOUTH MOUNTAIN
General 602.243.8000
7050 S. 24th St
Phoenix, AZ 85042
www.smc.maricopa.edu
Disability Resources 602.243.8027
http://students.southmountain
cc.edu/services/disabilityreso
urces/
MARICOPA SKILL CENTE R
General 602.238.4300
1245 East Buckeye Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85034-4101
www.skillcenter.gatewaycc.e
du/
SOUTHWEST SKILL CENT ER
General 623.535.2700
3000 North Dysart Rd
Avondale, AZ 85323
www.emc.maricopa.edu/swsc
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Arizona State Universities ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
General 480.965.9011
Tempe, AZ 85287-2803
www.asu.edu
Disability Resources 480-965-1234
Matthew Center, 1st Floor, Rm 145
www.asu.edu/drc/
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY –
POLYTECHNIC
General
www.asu.edu/polytechnic/
Disability Resources
http://campus.asu.edu/polytec
hnic/drc/
NORTHERN ARIZONA
UNIVERSITY
General 928.523.5511
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
www4.nau.edu
Disability Resources 928.523.8773
www4.nau.edu/dr/
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
General 520.621.2211
Tucson, AZ 85721
http://arizona.edu/
Disability Resources 520.621.3268
http://drc.arizona.edu/
SALT Center 520.626.9794
www.salt.arizona.edu
Scholarship & Other Resources GRANTS FOR DISABLED INDIVIDUALS
http://staff.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/3disable.htm
Comprehensive listing of dozens of scholarships, grants, and funding for disabled individuals compiled by Michigan State University Libraries.
GUIDE TO GOVERNMENT AND FOUNDATION GRANT S FOR THE DISABLED
www.ezgrantmoney.com/ebook/14.htm
Listings of government agencies and private foundations that provide a wide range of grants and funding for people with disabilities.
WHAT CAN I DO WITH T HIS MAJOR?
http://career.utk.edu/wcidwtm/wcidwtm.php
Wondering how to connect majors to careers? This resource from the University of Tennessee allows you to pick from over 70 college majors to see outlines of common career areas, employers, and strategies to maximize career opportunities.
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GOING TO COLLEGE: A RESOURCE FOR TEENS WITH DISABILIT IES
www.going-to-college.org
A resource focusing on how to use your strengths, learning style and interests to set goals for college; what you can do now to prepare for and apply to college; and what to expect in college and what professors will expect from you. Also included are tips for good grades, accommodations and using technology.
ASSOCIATION ON HIGHER EDUCATION AND DISA BILITY (AHEAD)
www.ahead.org/students-parents
Resources for students and parents to prepare for a successful transition of students with disabilities to, through and beyond college.
ASU VIRTUAL COUNSELI NG CENTER
http://vcc.asu.edu/all_tools.shtml
Wide range of research-based resources for helping students and graduates develop life skills and career plans.
NATIONAL SECONDARY T RANSIT ION TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE CENTER (NSTTAC)
www.nsttac.org/postsecondary_resources/postsecondary_education_resources.aspx
Links to resources related to college education and information for students with disabilities.
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Vocational Education
East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT) EVIT is a public, joint technological education district that serves students from ten East Valley school districts. As a participating district, Fountain Hills High School students have the opportunity to attend EVIT tuition-free while they are in high school.
Once you graduate from Fountain Hills High School you can still have access to EVIT’s programs and careers through the EVIT School of Adult Education. Refer to the FHHS Student Course Guide and the following websites to find out more information and a complete listing of all programs offered for high school students and adults.
EVIT (DURING HIGH SC HOOL)
www.evit.com
1601 W Main St
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-461-4000
Students spend a half-day at EVIT in a technological program and the other half-day at their home high school. All 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students can attend tuition-free if they have met the class prerequisites. Free busing is provided to and from EVIT by the student’s home school district for most programs.
Plan Ahead: If you are interested in attending EVIT you will need to start planning your high school courses during your freshman year to insure that you can complete required courses for graduation in addition to attending half-day EVIT classes.
Register: Let your case manager know about your interest in EVIT and work with him/her to register. Registration is typically due the beginning of second semester of your sophomore year. EVIT may require you to take a cognitive and skill dexterity test as part of the registration process.
EVIT (AFTER HIGH SCHOOL)
www.evit.com/adulted/
1601 W Main St
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-461-4028
The EVIT School of Adult Education serves students 18 years and older. Adults 18-22 have the option of 40 different career programs during the daytime and adults 18 and older have several career programs available in the evening. Find a complete listing of all careers and programs at the indicated website.
Other Vocational Schools & Opportunities There are a variety of other available vocational schools and programs available in the Phoenix area. Below are some of these options. (This list is not comprehensive and just serves to highlight a few of the known vocational opportunities in the local area).
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UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE (UTI )
www.uti.edu/Home/Automotive/Schools/Phoenix/tabid/176/Default.aspx
10695 W Pierce St
Avondale, AZ 85323
1-800-510-5845
UTI is the country’s premier provider of technician training for students seeking a career in the automotive, diesel, collision repair, motorcycle, and marine industries. UTI has partnerships with leading manufacturers such as BMW, Ford, International, Honda, Nissan and Volvo.
MOTORCYCLE MECHA NICS INSTITUTE (MMI , A DIVISION OF UTI )
www.uti.edu/Campus-Locations/mmi-Phoenix
2844 W Deer Valley Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85027
1-877-201-2666
MMI offers a 36-week core training program for troubleshooting, service and repair of both domestic and foreign motorcycles. Training will include fundamentals of how engines work, and then progress into fuel systems, electrical systems, power and performance in state-of-the industry classrooms.
SCHOOLS IN ARIZONA – VOCATIONAL , TECHNICAL , TRADE SCHOOLS
www.school-directory.net/schools-in-arizona/1.html
Listing of many of the vocational, technical, and trade schools available in Arizona including contact information, links to websites, and summary of programs offered.
RWM VOCATIONAL SCHOOL DATABASE - ARIZONA
www.rwm.org/rwm/tf_az.html
Links to trade schools and training programs available in Arizona listed by career area.
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Employment
Employment Resources MARICOPA WORKFORCE C ONNECTIONS
www.maricopaworkforceconnection.com
735 N. Gilbert Rd, Suite 134
Gilbert, AZ 85234
480-497-0350 X237
Promotes workforce excellence by development and providing qualified individuals and other resources to employers. Disability Program Navigators help individuals with disabilities seeking employment to navigate the many systems that provide services and supports needed to get a job and stay employed.
CAREER ONE STOP
www.careeronestop.com/
U.S. Department of Labor website with comprehensive menu of services – career exploration, job seekers, resume help, education & training opportunities. Good for students needing a visual experience.
PHOENIX JOB CORPS
http://phoenix.jobcorps.gov
518 South 3rd St.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-322-2286
Offers no-cost career training for youth ages 16 to 24 in over 10 fields with immediate openings in the Construction Trades and High School/GED Preparation programs. Qualifying students receive a twelve hundred dollar bonus completion and career or college placement.
GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF CENTRAL ARIZONA
www.goodwillaz.org
2039 W. Guadalupe Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85202
480-491-1412
Provides education, training, and job placement services.
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SAFEWAY, INC.
www.safeway.com/careers
2750 S Priest Dr
Tempe, AZ 85282
480-894-4101 X6304
In partnership with the East Valley Safeway Inc., Safeway offers retail jobs in their stores with a focus on diversity and inclusion.
13733 Fountain Hills Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 8526
480-837-0287
11275 E Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
480-451-0006
14696 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
480-391-1090
FRY’S FOOD STORES
www.frysfood.com/company_information/careers/Pages/diversity.aspx
500 South 99th Ave, Bldg A
Tolleson, AZ 85353
Fry’s Food Stores offer retail jobs in their stores with a focus on diversity and inclusion. The local Fry’s store at 90th & Shea works with the Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services (STARS) to provide job coaching for qualified students and adults with disabilities. Call your local Fry’s store to find out specific information on job hiring.
14845 E Shea Blvd
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
480-836-7311
10450 N 90th St
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
480-661-0001
8900 E Via Linda
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
480-657-6400
NATIONAL COLLABORATI VE ON WORKFORCE AND DISABILITY FOR YOUTH (NCW D/YOUTH)
www.ncwd-youth.info/
A source of information about employment and youth with disabilities.
JOB ACCOMODATION NET WORK (JAN)
http://askjan.org
JAN is a source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability.
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Life Care & Independent Living
Life Care & Independent Living Options ARIZONA STATEWIDE INDEPENDENT LIVING COUNCIL (S ILC)
www.azsilc.org
The mission of SILC is to promote the equality, inclusion, and choice for people with disabilities through collaboration and public policy change. Site includes listing of Centers for Independent Living available in Arizona as well as links to a number of independent living resources.
ARIZONA BRIDGE TO IN DEPENDENT LIVING (ABIL)
www.abil.org
5025 E. Washington St., Ste. 200
Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-256-2245
Offers programs on achieving independent lifestyles within the community.
LIFE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
www.life-development-inst.org/
18001 N. 79th Ave., E-71
Glendale, AZ 85308
623-773-2774
Community-based program with emphasis on independent living skills and financial self-sufficiency.
Transportation Assistance DRIVING TO INDEPENDE NCE
1414 W. Broadway Rd., #230
Tempe, AZ 85282
480-449-3331
Specializes in adaptive driving assessments using occupational therapists and adaptive driving evaluators.
DRIVEABLE SOLUTIONS, INC.
www.driveablesolutions.com
4120 N. 20th St, Ste G
Phoenix, AZ 85018
602-840-2323
Contact, Lynn Hedrick, Certified Driving Rehabilitation Specialist and Speech Pathologist, applies her special skills in cognition, executive functions, visual perception and communication as it relates to driving.
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VALLEY METRO
www.ValleyMetro.org
101 N. 1st Ave, Ste 1100
Phoenix, AZ 85003
602-523-6070
Offers a transit education program covering topics such as taking the Valley Metro bus, planning, fares, signaling your stop, policies, as well as bike, pedestrian, and personal safety.
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Assistive Technology
Assistive Technology Resources ARIZONA RELAY CUSTOM ER SERVICE (AZRS)
http://azrelay.org
1400 W. Washington, Room 126
Phoenix, AZ 85007
TTY: 602-364-0128
Voice: 602-542-3383
A public service provided by the State of Arizona that allows people who are hearing, deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, or speech disabled to communicate with each other via the telephone. There is no charge to place or receive calls using AZRS. Long distance charges do apply.
ARIZONA TECHNOLOGY A CCESS PROGRAM (AZTAP )
www.nau.edu/aztap
2400 N. Central Ave., Ste 300
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-728-9534
A statewide, Phoenix-based program of Northern Arizona University’s Institute for Higher Development operating under the mandate of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998. Its mission is to promote awareness of, access to, and acquisition of assistive technology for persons with disabilities. Services include, but are not limited to, seven key activities:
Equipment demonstrations
Short-term Equipment Loans
Equipment Reutilization
Alternative Financing
Public Awareness
Training and Technical Assistance
Interagency Coordination/Collaboration
POWER TALK
http://fullmeasure.co.uk/powertalk/
A program that automatically speaks any presentation or slide show running in Microsoft PowerPoint for Windows.
WORD TALK
www.wordtalk.org.uk/Home/
A free Windows text-to-speech plugin for Microsoft Word. It will speak the text of the document and will highlight it as it goes. It contains a talking dictionary and a text-to-mp3 converter.
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NATURAL READER
www.naturalreaders.com
A text-to-speech software with natural sounding voices. Can convert any written text (MS Word, Webpage, PDF files, Emails, etc.) into spoken words. Can also convert any written text into audio files (mp3 or WAV for your CD player or iPod).
WINDOWS SPEECH RECOG NITION
http://tiny.cc/W7speech - for computers with Windows 7 operating system
http://tiny.cc/Vistaspeech - for computers with Windows Vista operating system
Empowers users to interact with and control their computers by voice. One can dictate documents and emails, use voice commands to start and switch between applications, control the operating system, and even fill out forms on the Web. NOTE: This software may already be imbedded in the Windows operating system under “universal access”. The school tech department may be able to help activate this feature on school computers.
TUMBLE BOOKS
http://tiny.cc/tumblebooks
Books, magazines, and newspapers available online through the Phoenix Library. You will need a Phoenix Library card or can register online to set up a username and password.
CAMERA MOUSE
www.cameramouse.org/
Free program that enables you to control the mouse pointer on your computer screen just by moving your head. Requires a Windows 7, Vista, or XP computer and a webcam.
CLICK-N-TYPE ON-SCREEN KEYBOARD
www.lakefolks.org/cnt/
On-screen virtual keyboard designed for anyone with a disability that prevents him/her from typing on a physical computer keyboard…as long as the person can control a mouse, trackball, touch screen or other pointing device.
MESA PUBLIC SCHOOLS – ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY WEBSITE
www.mpsaz.org/ataac/ataac2/
Some assistive technology and augmentative communication resources offered on the Mesa Public Schools website for any age.
PRENTKEROMICH COMPAN Y
www.prentrom.com
Provide augmentative and alternative communication devices to assist a wide range of individuals with communication disabilities such as autism, cerebral palsy, ALS and a number of conditions where assistive technology can improve communication and language development skills.
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Health
Health Care Options SOCIAL SECURITY ADMI NISTRATION
www.socialsecurity.gov
1-800-772-1213
702 W Jerome Ave
Mesa, AZ 85210
Social Security offers monthly cash benefits and medical assistance under the Social Security Act and Supplemental Security Income programs. Supplemental Security Income benefits are available to blind or disabled children. Financial need is the criterion for SSI.
AHCCCS FREEDOM TO WO RK PROGRAM
www.azfreedomtowork.org
602-417-6677 (Maricopa County)
Freedom to Work is affordable health insurance for individuals, ages 16 to 64, with disabilities who are employed. The program is managed by the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS).
ARIZONA DEPARTMENT O F HEALTH SERVICES – OFFICE FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL HEALTH CARE NEEDS
(OCSHCN)
www.azdhs.gov/phs/ocshcn
150 N 18th Ave, Ste 330
Phoenix, AZ
602-542-1860
1-800-232-1676
Provides guidance to families with information on resources and programs for children and youth with special health care needs.
MAGELLAN HEALTH SERV ICES OF ARIZONA
www.magellanofaz.com
800-564-5465
800-424-9831 TTY
Magellan Health Services is the regional behavioral health authority for Maricopa County. They provide information and resources regarding issues such as mental health support, substance abuse, depression and co-occurring disorders as well as to help direct recipients to behavioral health services and direct care clinics.
HEALTH & READY TO WO RK NATIONAL CENTER
www.hrtw.org
Provides information and connections to health and transition expertise nationwide. Focus on understanding systems, access to quality health care, and increasing the involvement of youth.
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NEIGHBORHOOD OUTREAC H ACCESS TO HEALTH (NO AH)
Heuser Family Practice Center
7301 E. Second St, Ste 210
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-882-4545
Paiute Neighborhood Center
6535 E. Osborn Rd, Bldg 8
Scottsdale, AZ
480-312-0007
Palomino Elementary School
15833 N. 29th St
Phoenix, AZ
602-449-2811
Balsz Educare Arizona
Center for Health
1350 N 48th St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
The NOAH program is operated through Scottsdale Healthcare and includes four school and community based clinics with a fifth planned (2012) at the Cholla campus at Cholla & Via Linda in Scottsdale. NOAH health clinics provide primary medical and dental services to underserved/uninsured children and adults within Maricopa County. They also accept AHCCCS insurance and offer a sliding fee discount program.
Parent Support
Parent Resources PARENT INFORMATION N ETWORK SPECIAL ISTS (PINS)
www.ade.az.gov/ess/pinspals
480.607.3030
PINS are parent consultants with the Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services (ADE/ESS). Provides parents with information, resources, and consultations regarding their child’s special education. PIN Specialists provide free consultation, special education related trainings, resources and referral. There is a quarterly newsletter, Network News, which is distributed to over 4000 parents, educators, and agencies throughout the state.
RAISING SPECIAL KIDS
www.raisingspecialkids.org
5025 E Washington St, Ste 204
Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-242-4366
Non-profit organization serving families of children with disabilities and special health care needs. All programs and services are provided to families free of charge.
ENHANCING ARIZONA’S PARENT NETWORKS (EAP N)
www.ade.az.gov/ess/eapn/
EAPN, a program of the AZ Department of Education, is the collaborative effort of parent groups, organizations, and agencies that believe all children with special needs and their families should have access to information, support, and training.
PACER CENTER
www.pacer.org/publications/transition.asp
PACER provides information, resources, and technical assistance to parents of young adults, 14 through 21, with disabilities on transition related topics such as postsecondary options, housing, employment, and recreation.
AZ ASSIST (AUTISM SPECTRUM SUPPORT INFORMATION STRATEGIES FO R TRANSIT ION)
www.azassist.com
1943 E. Carmen
Tempe, AZ 85283
480-200-0713
A family-run group of Greater Phoenix families of teens and young adults on the Autism Spectrum who ASSIST each other through the Transition years. They offer education and support for parents plus socialization opportunities for youth ages 14-24.
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Youth
Youth Resources EAST VALLEY SPECIAL OLYMPICS (EVSO)
www.specialolympicsarizona.org
200 S Center St, Bldg 1
Mesa, AZ 85210
480-644-4126
Special Olympics empowers people with intellectual disabilities to realize their full potential and develop their skills through year-round sports training and competition.
YOUTH ACTION COUNCIL OF ARIZONA (YAC -AZ)
www.meetup.com/Youth-Action-Council-of-Arizona/
Tempe, AZ
480-222-8800
The mission of YAC-AZ is to empower youth to take personal responsibility to improve the quality of their lives, as well as the quality of the lives of other individuals. This is a program of Southwest Institute for Families and Children (SWI)
YAKKIT
http://yakkit.org/
The first online community for youth and young adults with special needs. A program of Southwest Institute for Families and Children (SWI).
SCOTTSDALE ADAPTED RECREATION SERVICES
www.scottsdaleaz.gov/sports/adaprec.asp
8102 E Jackrabbit Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
480-312-2234
Recreational programs geared for persons of all ages having various types of disabilities. They facilitate mainstreamed recreation participation as well as provide specialized programming options.
THE MIRACLE LEAGUE OF ARIZONA (MLAZ)
www.mlaz.org
11130 East Cholla St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
480-306-6081
Non-profit organization whose mission is to provide opportunities for children with special needs to play Miracle League baseball regardless of their physical or mental challenges. The MLAZ stadium is just south of the corner of Frank Lloyd Wright & Via Linda. The field is custom designed to accommodate wheelchairs and other devices.
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KIDS AS SELF ADVOCATES (KASA)
www.fvkasa.org
A national, grassroots project created by youth with disabilities for youth.
YOUTHHOOD
www.youthhood.org
A website created by youth for youth to serve as a place to start thinking about what to do after high school.
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Other Resources
General Transition Resources AZ DEPARTMENT OF EDU CATION – EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT SERVICES – SECONDARY TRANSITION
www.azed.gov/ess/SpecialProjects/transition/
Information on a variety of topics specifically related to secondary transition for students with disabilities.
SOUTHWEST AUTISM RES EARCH & RESOURCE CEN TER (SARRC)
www.autismcenter.org
300 N. 18th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-340-8717
The Academy is designed to help young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder express interest in potential careers while learning necessary life skills that will enhance their ability to live and work more independently. Provide pre-vocational, vocational, life, and leadership skills development for individual’s ages 13 and older.
PACER CENTER
www.pacer.org/publications/transition.asp
PACER provides information, resources, and technical assistance to parents of young adults, 14 through 21, with disabilities on transition related topics such as postsecondary options, housing, employment, and recreation.
GRANTS FOR DISABLED INDIVIDUALS
http://staff.lib.msu.edu/harris23/grants/3disable.htm
Comprehensive listing of dozens of scholarships, grants, and funding for disabled individuals compiled by Michigan State University Libraries.
SOUTHWEST INSTITUTE FOR FAMILIES AND CHI LDREN
www.swifamilies.org
55111 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste 151
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
480-222-8800
Goal is to advance knowledge, change practice, and improve the quality of health education and social services for families and children with special needs. SWI developed the “Fast Track” program to meet needs of youth as they transition out of high school. SWI has also developed other youth programs - Youth Action Council of Arizona (YAC-AZ), and YAKKIT, an online community for youth and young adults with disabilities.
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DIVISION ON CAREER D EVELOPMENT & TRANSI TION (DCDT)
www.dcdt.org/transitionresources.cfm
Mission is to promote national and international efforts to improve the quality of and access to career/vocational and transition services, increase the participation of education in career development and transition goals and to influence policies affecting career development and transition services for persons with disabilities.
TRANSITION COALITION (UNIVERSITY OF KANSA S)
http://transitioncoalition.org/transition/index.php
Provides online information, support and professional development on topics related to transition from school to adult life for youth with disabilities.
General Disability Resources NATIONAL DISSEMINATI ON CENTER FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES (NICHCY)
http://nichcy.org/disability/specific
NICHCY offers brief, detailed fact sheets on specific disabilities. Each fact sheet defines the disability, describes its characteristics, offers tips for parents and teachers, and connects you with related information and organizations with special expertise in that disability.
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION ON INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (AAIDD)
http://aaidd.org/content_535.cfm?navID=146
Organization working to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This resource lists numerous national disability organizations and resources websites.
GUIDE TO GOVERNMENT AND FOUNDATION GRANT S FOR THE DISABLED
www.ezgrantmoney.com/ebook/14.htm
Listings of government agencies and private foundations that provide a wide range of grants and funding for people with disabilities.
LIFE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE
www.lifedevelopmentinstitute.org
18001 N 79th Ave, Ste E-71
Glendale, AZ 85308
623-773-2774 X208
A private program accredited through the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement helping young adults and families with a variety of learning, neurological, and psychological conditions referred to as “hidden disabilities” including LD, ADHDF, Asperger’s Syndrome, depression, bipolar, anxiety, etc.
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THE BOULEVARD
www.blvd.com
A disability resource directory of products and services for the physically challenged, elderly, caregivers and healthcare professionals.
Autism POSITIVELY AUTISM
www.positivelyautism.com
An Autism Newsletter and Blog with free articles, resources, and teaching materials for all ages.
AZ ASSIST (AUTISM SPECTRUM SUPPORT INFORM ATION STRATEGIES FOR TRANSIT ION)
www.azassist.com
1943 E. Carmen
Tempe, AZ 85283
480-200-0713
A family-run group of Greater Phoenix families of teens and young adults on the Autism Spectrum who ASSIST each other through the Transition years. They offer education and support for parents plus socialization opportunities for youth ages 14-24.
SOUTHWEST AUTISM RES EARCH & RESOURCE CEN TER (SARRC)
www.autismcenter.org
300 N. 18th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-340-8717
The Academy is designed to help young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder express interest in potential careers while learning necessary life skills that will enhance their ability to live and work more independently. Provide pre-vocational, vocational, life, and leadership skills development for individual’s ages 13 and older.
Developmental Disability The DES Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), www.azdes.gov/developmental_disabilities, contracts with numerous agencies and individuals to provide supports and services to people with development disabilities and their families.
Click here to go to DDD’s publication called “Navigating the System”, a comprehensive guide to navigating the DDD agency and programs.
DEVELOPMENTAL DISABI LITIES PLANNING COUNCIL
www.azgovernor.gov/DDPC/
DDPC was established by Governor Jan Brewer in September 2009. Its mission is to represent the interests and needs of persons with developmental disabilities with particular attention dedicated to
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persons who are unserved or underserved throughout Arizona. Its purpose is to engage in advocacy, capacity building and systemic change to increase inclusion and involvement in the community.
ARIZONA ASSOCIATION OF PROVIDERS FOR PEO PLE WITH DISABIL ITIES (AAPPD, MARICOPA C OUNTY)
www.aappd.com/area/maricopa.htm
The AAPPD website includes a comprehensive list of service providers in Maricopa County. Go to this website to find contact information for individual agencies and programs.
SCOTTSDALE TRAINING AND REHABILITATION SERVICES (STARS)
www.starsaz.org
11130 E Cholla St
Scottsdale, AZ 85259
480-371-2340
7507 E Osborn Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
480-994-5704
With the recent opening of a STARS facility on Cholla St in Scottsdale (1 block south of Frank Lloyd Wright off Via Linda), there is now a service provider in Fountain Hills’ back yard. The Cholla site works with both DES-VR and DES-DDD in providing day programs, work centers, job support, and a community resource library. Also housed on this site is the Miracle Field, a fully-accessible baseball field. Coming in 2012 is a Scottsdale Healthcare Disabilities Clinic.
CENTERS FOR HABILITA TION, THE (TCH)
www.tch-az.com
215 W Lodge Dr
Tempe, AZ 85283
480-838-8111
TCH offers a variety of support services through their Employment Services Department which includes center-based employment and employment in the community with job coaching support. TCH owns and operates several businesses where Training Associates have many different employment options from sorting and shredding paper to food preparation and vending services.
CIVITAN FOUNDATION
www.campcivitan.org
3509 E. Shea Blvd, Ste 117
Phoenix, AZ 85028
602-953-2944
Provides a number of accessible, safe and affordable environments and programs for individuals with developmental disabilities: Camp Civitan, Home & Community-Based Services; Respite & Enrichment Programs; “Our Nights Out” Program for parents; and Adult Day Treatment and Training Services.
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ALEXANDER’S ABILITIES
www.alexanderabilities.com
1116 W. Palo Verde Dr
Chandler, AZ 85224
480-964-7676
Provides services to individuals with developmental disabilities with after school programs, summer programs and weekend camps as well as Day programs and a work skills program for adults. They have a store front for the work skills program, Duncan’s Gifts.
ARC OF TEMPE, THE
www.tempearc.org
501 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282
480-966-8536
480-967-0303 (Thrift Store)
Provides social and enrichment opportunities for persons with developmental disabilities ages 17 and up. Option to participate in a self-advocacy group, the Tempe Arc Ambassadors, to learn leadership, teamwork, and build confidence.
MARC CENTER OF MESA
www.marccenter.com
924 N Country Club Dr
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-969-3800 X101
A private not-for-profit corporation that provides educational, therapeutic, rehabilitation and social services to children and adults with developmental, physical, and mental disabilities. Service departments include: Community Living, Community Day, Community Support, and Employment Related.
Learning Disability LD-ONLINE
www.ldonline.org
Website on learning disabilities and ADHD.
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Services for Blind and Deaf ARIZONA COMMISSION F OR THE DEAF AND THE HARD OF HEARING (ACD HH)
http://acdhh.org
1400 W Washington, Rm 126
Phoenix, AZ 85007
602-542-3323
602-364-0990 TTY
ACDHH was established to improve the quality of life for deaf and hard of hearing residents. It serves as a statewide information referral center for issues related to people with hearing loss.
PEPNET
www.pepnet.org
National program advancing educational opportunities for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. Offers free, online transition curriculum for deaf/hard of hearing (iTransition).
ARIZONA RELAY CUSTOM ER SERVICE (AZRS)
http://azrelay.org
1400 W. Washington, Room 126
Phoenix, AZ 85007
TTY: 602-364-0128
Voice: 602-542-3383
A public service provided by the State of Arizona that allows people who are hearing, deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind, or speech disabled to communicate with each other via the telephone. There is no charge to place or receive calls using AZRS. Long distance charges do apply. Service is accessible by dialing 711 and is available 24/7.
ARIZONA STATE BRAILLE AND TALKING BOOK L IBRARY
www.lib.az.us/braille/
1030 N 32nd St
Phoenix, AZ 85008
Mission is to provide books, magazines and other library resources in alternate formats for all Arizona residents whose visual or physical disabilities prevent the use of conventional print materials.
Other ARIZONA SPINAL CORD INJURY ASSOCIATION
www.azspinal.org
5025 E. Washington St, Ste 110
Phoenix, AZ 85024
602-507-4209
Mission is to enhance the lives of individuals and family members as they deal with spinal cord injuries to ensure the maximum possible physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, and social recovery.
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BRAIN INJURY ASSOCIATION OF ARIZONA
www.biaaz.org
5025 E. Washington St, Ste 108
Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-508-8024
A statewide organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of individuals with brain injuries and their families. Addresses education, information, referrals, support and advocacy for all types of brain injuries
DOWN SYNDROME NETWOR K ARIZONA
http://dsnetworkaz.org
Mission is to educate, support and advocate for those in our community impacted by Down syndrome through an open, supportive and collaborative network that will connect individuals and families with needed resources and information.
