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Alabama

State Agencies

ADA CenterSoutheast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NEAtlanta , GA 30324(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adasoutheast.org

Assistive TechnologySTAR (Statewide Technology Access and Response for Alabamians with Disabilities)602 S. Lawrence St.Montgomery , AL 36104(800) 782-7656 (In AL)(334) 613-3480(334) 613-3519 (TTY)contact form on web sitehttp://www.rehab.alabama.gov/star

Assistive TechnologyTASC (Technology Assistance for Special Consumers)United Cerebral Palsy of Huntsville and Tennessee Valley1856 Keats DriveHuntsville , AL 35810(256) [email protected]://www.ucptasc.org/index.htm

Blind/Visual Impairments/Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-BlindAlabama Institute for Deaf and Blind1050 Government StreetMobile , AL 36604(251) 432-7777 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.AIDB.org

Blind/Visual Impairments/Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-BlindAlabama Department of Rehabilitation Services602 S. Lawrence St.Montgomery , AL 36104(334) 293-7500contact form on web sitehttp://www.rehab.alabama.gov

Career & Technical EducationCareer and Technical EducationAlabama State Department of EducationP.O. Box 302101Montgomery , AL 36130-2101(334) [email protected]://www.alcareertech.org/cte.html

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)ALL Kids Children’s Health Insurance ProgramAlabama Department of Public Health201 Monroe Street, Suite 250Montgomery , AL 36104(877) 774-9521(334) 206-5568http://www.adph.org/allkids/

D D CouncilAlabama Council for Developmental DisabilitiesRSA Union Building100 N. Union Street, Suite 498P.O. Box 301410Montgomery , AL 36130-1410(800) 232-2158(334) [email protected]://acdd.org

Developmental DisabilitiesAlabama Department of Mental Health100 Union St.

Early InterventionAlabama’s Early Intervention SystemDepartment of Rehabilitation Services

Montgomery , AL 36130-1410(334) 242-3107 or (334) 242-3701(800) 367-0955contact form on web sitehttp://www.mh.alabama.gov/

Division of Early Intervention602 S. Lawrence St.Montgomery , AL 36104(800) 543-3098(334) 293-7500(800) 499-1816 (TTY)contact form on web sitehttp://www.rehab.alabama.gov/ei

MediationAlabama Department of EducationGordon Persons BuildingP.O. Box 302101Montgomery , AL 36130-2101(800) 392-8020 (in AL)(334) [email protected]://www.alsde.edu

Mental Health – YouthOffice of Children’s ServicesAlabama Department of Mental HealthP.O. Box 301410Montgomery , AL 36130-1410(334) 353-7110contact form on web sitehttp://www.mh.alabama.gov

OtherGovernor’s Office on Disabilities560 South Lawrence StreetMontgomery , AL 36104(334) 293-7189(888) [email protected]://www.good.alabama.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesContact Special Education.

Protection & AdvocacyAlabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP)The University of Alabama500 Martha Parham WestP.O. Box 870395Tuscaloosa , AL 35487-0395(800) 826-1675(205) 348-4928 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adap.net

Relay Services(800) 548-2547 (V)(800) 548-2546 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(888) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)

Special EducationSpecial Education ServicesAlabama Department of EducationP.O. Box 302101Montgomery , AL 36130-2101(800) 392-8020 (in AL)(334) [email protected]://www.alsde.edu/

Special Format LibraryAlabama Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped6030 Monticello DriveMontgomery , AL 36130-6000(800) 392-5671(334) 213-3906, ext. [email protected]://statelibrary.alabama.gov/

Special Health Care NeedsAlabama Department of Rehabilitation ServicesChildren’s Rehabilitation Service2129 East South BoulevardP.O. Box 11586Montgomery , AL 36111-0586(800) 441-7607(334) 281-8780(800) 846-3697 (in AL)

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.alabama.gov/portal/index.jsp

http://www.alabama.gov/portal/index.jsp

[email protected]://www.rehab.alabama.gov/crsTransition ServicesSpecial Education ServicesAlabama State Department of EducationP.O. Box 302101 Montgomery , AL , 36130(334) [email protected]://www.alsde.edu

UCEDDCivitan International Research CenterUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham933 19th Street South, CH19 Room 307(Location)1720 2nd Avenue South, CH19 Room 307 (Mailing)Birmingham , AL , 35294-0021(800) 822-2472(205) [email protected]://www.circ.uab.edu

Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Rehabilitation Services2129 East South BoulevardMontgomery , AL , 36116(334) [email protected]://www.rehab.alabama.gov/vrs

Disability-Specific Organizations

Attention Deficit DisorderTo identify an ADD group in your state or locality, contact either:

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)8181 Professional Place, Suite 150Landover , MD 20785(301) 306-7070(800) 233-4050http://www.chadd.org

Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE , 19803-9997(800) [email protected]://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of Alabama4217 Dolly Ridge RoadBirmingham , AL 35243(877) 4-AUTISM(205) [email protected]://www.autism-alabama.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham120 Oslo CircleBirmingham , AL 35211(800) 654-4483(205) [email protected]://www.ucpbham.com

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Mobile, Inc.3058 Dauphin Square ConnectorMobile , AL 36607(888) 630-7102(251) [email protected]://www.ucp.org/ucp_local.cfm/160

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of AlabamaOffice Park 3273 Azalea Road, Suite 310Mobile , AL 36609

Head InjuryAlabama Head Injury Foundation3100 Lorna Road, Suite 200Hoover , AL 35216(800) 433-8002

(800) 626-1582 (In AL)(251) [email protected]://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/

(205) [email protected]://www.ahif.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Alabama, Inc.P.O. Box 1206Montgomery , AL 36102-1206(866) 243-9557(334) [email protected]://www.thearcofalabama.com

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of AlabamaP.O. Box 11588Montgomery , AL 36111(334) 277-9151http://www.ldaal.org

Mental HealthNAMI Alabama4122 Wall StreetMontgomery , AL , 36106(800) 626-4199 (In AL)(334) [email protected]://www.namialabama.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily VoicesSusan Colburn,[email protected] Oveson,[email protected](334) 293-7041 – Susan(251) 438-1609 – Geraldhttp://www.familyvoices.org/states.php?state=AL

Speech and HearingSpeech and Hearing Association of AlabamaP.O. Box 357Normal , AL 35762(256) [email protected]://www.alabamashaa.org

Spina BifidaSpina Bifida Association of Alabama140 Lansdowne DriveMadison , AL 35758(256) [email protected]://www.sbaofal.org

Organizations for Parents

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Alabama PTA470 S. Union StreetMontgomery , AL 36104-4330(800) 328-1897(334) [email protected]://www.alabamapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Alabama Parent Education Center (APEC)10520 US Highway 231Wetumpka , AL 36092(866) 532-7660(334) [email protected]://www.alabamaparentcenter.com

Other Disability Organizations

Independent LivingTo find contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Shepherd, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingTo find contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network1521 E. 9th Street

Alabama APSE, The Network on EmploymentP.O. Box 11586

Anniston , AL , 36207(866) 737-8252(256) [email protected]://alabamarespite.org

Montgomery , AL , 36116(334) [email protected]://www.al-apse.org

Alabama Disability Action Coalition3801 Cabana Club Blvd., #108Mobile , AL , 36609(251) [email protected]://www.accessalabama.org

Alabama Institute for Deaf and BlindP.O. Box 698Talladega , AL , 35161(256) [email protected]://www.aidb.org

Easter Seals Alabama5960 E. Shirley LaneMontgomery , AL , 36117-1935(800) 388-7325(334) [email protected]://www.alabama.easterseals.com

Lakeshore Foundation4000 Ridgeway DriveBirmingham , AL , 35209(888) 868-2303 (In AL)(205) 313-7400http://www.lakeshore.org

VSA arts of Alabama1600 7th Avenue SouthBirmingham , AL , 35233(205) [email protected]://www.vsartsalabama.org

AlaskaState Agencies

ADA CenterNorthwest ADA CenterCenter for Continuing Education in RehabilitationUniversity of Washington6912 220th St SW, #105Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(425) 248-2480 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.nwadacenter.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsStatewide Coordinator for Blind ServicesAlaska Division of Vocational Rehabilitation877 W. Commercial DriveWasilla , AK 99654-6937(907) 352-2553sueellen.o’[email protected]://labor.alaska.gov/dvr/home.htm

Career & Technical EducationOffice of Career and Technical EducationP.O. Box 110500Juneau , AK 99811-0500(907) [email protected]://www.eed.state.ak.us

CHIP ProgramDenali KidCareP.O. Box 110601 Juneau , AK , 99811-0801(907) 465-1696http://dhss.alaska.gov/dhcs/Pages/denalikidcare/default.aspx

D D CouncilGovernor’s Council on Disabilities and Special EducationP.O. Box 240249 Anchorage , AK 99524-0249(888) 269-8990(907) [email protected]://dhss.alaska.gov/dsds/Pages/default.aspx

Deaf-BlindAlaska Duel Sensory Impairment ServiceSpecial Education Service Agency3501 Denali Street, Suite 101Anchorage , AK 99503(907) 334-1300(907) 563-8284 (TTY)[email protected]

http://www.sesa.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingAlaska Division of Vocational Rehabilitation3800 University Drive Anchorage , AK 99508(907) [email protected]://labor.alaska.gov/dvr/home.htm

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities & Children with Complex Medical ConditionsSenior and Disabilities Services3601 C Street, Suite 310Anchorage , AK 99503(800) 478-9996(907) [email protected]://dhss.alaska.gov/dsds/Pages/default.aspx

Early InterventionEarly Intervention/Infant Learning ProgramOffice of Children’s ServicesState of Alaska Department of Health and Social ServicesP.O. Box 240249Anchorage , AK 99524-0249(907) [email protected]://dhss.alaska.gov/ocs/Pages/infantlearning/default.aspx

MediationSee “Special Education”

Mental HealthDivision of Behavioral HealthDepartment of Health and Social ServicesP.O. Box 110620 Juneau , AK 99811-0620(907) 465-3370(907) 465-2225 (TTY)[email protected]://dhss.alaska.gov/dbh/Pages/default.aspx

Mental HealthAlaska Mental Health Board431 N. Franklin Street, Suite 200Juneau , AK 99801(907) [email protected]://dhss.alaska.gov/amhb/Pages/default.aspx

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Behavioral HealthP.O. Box 110620Juneau , AK 99811-0620(907) [email protected]://dhss.alaska.gov/dbh/Pages/default.aspx

Mental Health – YouthDevelopmental Disabilities SectionDivision of Behavioral Health3601 C Street, Suite 934Anchorage , AK 99503(800) 478-9996(907) [email protected]://dhss.alaska.gov/dbh/Pages/default.aspx

Preschool, DisabilitiesSee “Special Education”

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Law Center of Alaska3330 Arctic Boulevard, Suite 103 Anchorage , AK 99503(800) 478-1234(907) 565-1002 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.dlcak.org

Relay Services (800) 770-8255 (V)(800) 770-8973 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(866) 355-6198 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationOffice of Special EducationAlaska Department of Education801 W. 10th Street, Suite 200 PO Box 110500Juneau , AK 99801-1894(907) [email protected]://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/sped/

Special Format LibraryAlaska State LibraryTalking Book Center344 W. Third Avenue, Suite 125 Anchorage , AK 99501(800) 776-6566(907) [email protected]://www.library.state.ak.us/dev/tbc.html

Transition ServicesOffice of Special EducationAlaska Department of Education801 W. 10th Street, Suite 200Juneau, , AK 99801-1894(907) [email protected]://www.eed.state.ak.us/tls/sped/

UCEDDCenter for Human DevelopmentUniversity of Alaska Anchorage2702 Gambell Street, Suite 103Anchorage , AK 99503(907) 272-8270http://www.alaskachd.org

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation801 W. 10th Street, Suite AJuneau , AK 99801(907) [email protected]://labor.state.ak.us/dvr/home.htm

Disability Specific Organizations



Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder AssociationP.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) [email protected]://www.add.org

AutismGolden Heart (AK) Autism Society607 Old St, Suite B #285Fairbanks , AK 99701(907) 374-4421(877) [email protected]://www.asagoldenheart.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300 New York , NY 10001(800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities The Arc of Anchorage2211 Arca Drive Anchorage , AK 99508(907) [email protected]://www.arc-anchorage.org

Mental HealthAlaska Youth and Family NetworkAlaskan Families’ Voice on Children’s Behavioral HealthThe Alaska Chapter of the Federation of Families for Children’s Mental HealthP.O. Box 23-3142Anchorage , AK 99523-3142(888) 770-4979 (in AK)(907) [email protected]://www.nami.org/sites/alaska

Mental HealthNAMI Alaska, National Alliance on Mental Illness144 W. 15th AvenueAnchorage , AK 99501(800) 478-4462(907) [email protected]://www.nami.org/sites/alaska

Special Health Care NeedsFamily to Family Health Information CenterStone Soup Group3350 Commercial Drive, Suite 100Anchorage , AK 99501(907) [email protected]://www.stonesoupgroup.org

Speech, Language, & HearingAlaska Speech-Language-Hearing Association3211 Starboard LaneAnchorage , AK 99516(907) [email protected]://www.aksha.org/


Community Parent Resource CenterLINKS Parent Resource Center4931 E. Mayflower LaneWasilla , AK 99654(907) 373-3632http://linksprc.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Alaska Congress of Parents and TeachersP.O. Box 201496Anchorage , AK 99520-1496(907) [email protected]://[email protected]

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Stone Soup Group307 E. Northern Lights Blvd., Suite 100Anchorage , AK 99503(877) 786-7327(907) [email protected]://www.stonesoupgroup.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Easter Seals Alaska670 W. Firewood Lane, Suite 105Anchorage , AK 99503(907) [email protected]://www.alaska.easterseals.com

American SamoaState Agencies

Assistive TechnologyAmerican Samoa Assistive Technology ProjectDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Human ResourcesPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 699-1529(684) 233-7874 (TTY)

D D CouncilAmerican Samoa DD CouncilP.O. Box 194Pago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-5908

Early InterventionLBJ Tropical Medical CenterAmerican Samoa Hospital AuthorityGovernment of American SamoaPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-4929 or 2697

MediationAmerican Samoa Department of EducationP.O. Box 2202Pago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-1323

Official Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.americansamoa.gov/

Department of Human and Social ServicesSocial Services DivisionPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-2696

Mental Health ClinicLBJ Tropical Medical CenterP.O. Box LBJPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-5139

Preschool, DisabilitiesContact Department of Education: Special Education.

Protection & AdvocacyOffice of Protection and Advocacy for the DisabledP.O. Box 3937 Pago Pago , AS 96799(684) [email protected]

Special EducationSpecial Education DivisionDepartment of EducationPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-1323 or (684) [email protected]://www.doe.as/index_files/DepartmentOverview/index.htm

Special Health Care NeedsDepartment of HealthAmerican Samoa GovernmentPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-4686

UCEDDPacific Basin ProgramAmerican Samoa Community CollegeP.O. Box 2609 Pago Pago , AS 96799(684) 699-9155http://www.amsamoa.edu/index.htm

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesDepartment of EducationGovernment of American SamoaPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 633-1246

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Human and Social ServicesAmerican Samoa GovernmentPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 699-1371/1372/[email protected]


Community Parent Resource CenterCPRC in American Samoa

AutismTo identify an autism group in your state, contact:

P.O. Box 2191 T-32 Tasi Street atLion’s ParkPago Pago , AS 96799(684) 699-6621(684) 699-6619 (Fax)[email protected]://www.cfidd.org

Autism Society of America7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300 Bethesda , MD 20814-3067(800) 328-8476(301) 657-0881http://www.autism-society.org


Independent LivingTo find the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V);(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Arizona

State Agencies

ADA CenterPacific ADA Center555 12th Street, Suite 1030Oakland , CA 94607(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(510) 285-5600 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adapacific.org

Assistive TechnologyArizona Technology Access Program (AZTAP)2400 N. Central Avenue, Suite 300Phoenix , AZ 85004(800) 477-9921 (toll-free)(602) 728-9534(602) 728-9536 (TTY)[email protected]://www.nau.edu/ihd/aztap/

Blind/Visual Impairments/Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-BlindArizona State Schools for the Deaf and the BlindP.O. Box 88510Tucson , AZ 85754(520) 770-3601http://www.asdb.state.az.us

CHIP ProgramKidsCare920 E. MadisonMD 500 Phoenix , AZ 85034(877) 764-5437(602) [email protected]://www.azahcccs.gov/applicants/KidsCareII.aspx

D D CouncilGovernor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities3839 N. 3rd Street, Suite 306Phoenix , AZ 85012(602) [email protected]://www.azdes.gov/ADDPC/Home/

Deaf/Hard of HearingArizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing100 N 15th Ave, Suite 104Phoenix , AZ 85007(800) 352-8161(602) 542-3323 (V)(480) 559-9441 (VP)(602) 364-0581 (Fax)[email protected]://www.acdhh.org

Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Economic SecurityDivision of Developmental Disabilities

Early InterventionArizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP)Department of Economic Security

P.O. Box 6123, Site Code (791A)Phoenix , AZ 85005(602) 542-6853http://www.azdes.gov/ddd

3839 N. 3rd Street, Suite 304Phoenix , AZ 85012(888) 439-5609 (in AZ)(602) [email protected]://www.azdes.gov/azeip

MediationArizona Department of EducationExceptional Student Services1535 W. JeffersonPhoenix , AZ 85007(602) [email protected]://www.ade.az.gov

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Behavioral Health ServicesDepartment of Health Services150 N. 18th Avenue, Suite 200Phoenix , AZ 85007(602) [email protected]://azdhs.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesArizona Department of EducationEarly Childhood Education1535 W. Jefferson Street, Bin 15Phoenix , AZ 85007-3280(602) [email protected]://www.ade.az.gov

Protection & Advocacy Arizona Center for Disability Law100 N. Stone St, Suite 305Tucson , AZ 85701(520) 327-9547 (V/TTY)(800) [email protected]://www.azdisabilitylaw.org


Special EducationExceptional Student ServicesArizona Department of Education1535 W. Jefferson Street, Bin 24Phoenix , AZ 85007(602) [email protected]://www.ade.az.gov/ess/

Special Format LibraryArizona State LibraryArchives and Public RecordsBraille and Talking Book Division1030 N. 32nd Street Phoenix , AZ 85008(800) 255-5578(602) [email protected]://www.lib.az.us/braille/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://az.gov/

Transition ServicesRehabilitation Services Administration1789W Jefferson 2nd Floor NWSite 930APhoenix , AZ 85007(602) 542-0751(602) 463-9002 (cell)[email protected]

UCEDDInstitute for Human DevelopmentNorthern Arizona UniversityP.O. Box 5630Flagstaff , AZ 86011(928) 523-4791(928) 523-1695 (TTY)[email protected]://nau.edu/sbs/ihd/

UCEDDSonoran UCEDDDepartment of Family and Community Medicine

Vocational RehabilitationRehabilitation Services AdministrationDepartment of Economic Security1789 W. Jefferson, 2nd Floor, NW (930A)

University of Arizona1521 E. Helen St.PO Box 245052Tucson , AZ 85724(520) [email protected]://sonoranucedd.fcm.arizona.edu/

Phoenix , AZ 85007(800) 563-1221(602) [email protected]://www.azdes.gov/rehabilitation_services/




Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org

AutismSouthwest Autism Research & Resource CenterCampus for Exceptional Children300 N. 18th StreetPhoenix , AZ 85006(602) [email protected]://www.autismcenter.org

AutismAutism Society of Greater PhoenixPO Box 10543Phoenix , AZ 85064(480) [email protected]://www.phxautism.org


Blind/Visual ImpairmentsFoundation for Blind Children1235 E. Harmont DrivePhoenix , AZ 85020(602) [email protected]://www.seeitourway.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Arizona5025 E Washington St. Suite 108 Phoenix , AZ 85034(888) 500-9165 (toll free helpline)(602) 323-9165 (helpline)(602) 508-8024 (Administration)[email protected]://www.biaaz.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona1802 W. Parkside LanePhoenix , AZ 85027(602) [email protected]://www.ucpofaz.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of ArizonaP.O. Box 25084 Phoenix , AZ 85002-5084(888) 768-2690(602) [email protected]://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/arizona/

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Arizona3839 N. 3rd Street, Suite 105 Phoenix , AZ 85012(866) 501-2721(602) 234-2721, ext. [email protected]://www.arcarizona.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Arizona18001 N. 79th Avenue, Building E-71

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Arizona6411 E. Thomas Road

Glendale , AZ 85308(623) [email protected]

Scottsdale , AZ 85251(480) 994-4407, ext. [email protected]://www.mhaarizona.org

Mental HealthArizona Alliance for the Mentally IllNAMI Arizona2210 N. 7th StreetPhoenix , AZ 85006-1604(800) 626-5022(602) [email protected]://namiaz.org

Speech, Language, and Hearing ArSHA (The Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association)P.O. Box 12334Tempe , AZ 85284(602) [email protected]://www.arsha.org

Organizations for ParentsOther Parent OrganizationParent Information NetworkExceptional Student ServicesArizona Department of Education2384 N. Steves BoulevardFlagstaff , AZ 86004(877) 230-7467(928) [email protected]://www.ade.az.gov/ess/pinspals

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Arizona Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.2721 N. 7th AvenuePhoenix , AZ 85007(602) [email protected]://www.azpta.org

Other Parent OrganizationEnhancing Arizona’s Parent Networks (EAPN)Exceptional Student ServicesArizona Department of Education2384 N. Steves BoulevardFlagstaff , AZ 86004(623) 329-3089http://www.ade.az.gov/ess/eapn/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Raising Special Kids5025 E. Washington St., Suite 204Phoenix , AZ 85034-2005(800) 237-3007 (in AZ only)(602) [email protected]://www.raisingspecialkids.org

Parent-to-ParentP2P at Raising Special KidsSee listing for the Parent Training and Information Center.

Partners in PolicymakingPilot Parents of Southern Arizona2600 N. Wyatt DriveTucson , AZ 85712(877) 365-7220(520) [email protected]://www.pilotparents.org


Independent LivingTo find the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]

Independent LivingTo find the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

http://www.ilru.org

Easter Seals Arizona2075 S. Cottonwood DriveTempe, AZ 85282(800) 626-6061(480) [email protected]://www.eastersealsarizona.org

2-1-1 Arizona2200 N. Central Avenue, Suite 601 Phoenix , AZ 850042-1-1 (in AZ)(877) 211-8661 (anywhere)[email protected]://www.211arizona.org

VSA arts of Arizona3321 N. Chapel AvenueTucson , AZ 85716(520) [email protected]://www.vsaaz.org

ArkansasState Organizations

ADA CenterSouthwest ADA Center2323 S. Shepherd, #1000Houston , TX 77019(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.southwestada.org

Assistive TechnologyArkansas Increasing Capabilities Access Network26 Corporate Hill DriveLittle Rock , AR 72205(800) 828-2799 (in AR)(501) 666-8868 (V/TTY)http://www.arkansas-ICAN.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindEducational Services for the Visually ImpairedArkansas Department of Education2402 Wildwood Avenue, Suite 112Sherwood , AR 72120(501) [email protected]://www.esvi.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsDepartment of Health and Human ServicesDivision of Services for the Blind700 Main Street, S101P.O. Box 3237Little Rock , AR 72203(800) 960-9270(501) 682-5463(501) 682-0093 (TTY)http://www.state.ar.us/dhs/dsb

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)ARKidsDivision of Medical ServicesArkansas Department of Human ServicesP.O. Box 1437, Slot 295Little Rock , AR 72203-1437(888) 474-8275http://www.arkidsfirst.com/home.htm

D D CouncilGovernor’s Developmental Disabilities CouncilFreeway Medical Tower5800 W. 10th, Suite 805Little Rock , AR 72204(501) [email protected]://www.ddcouncil.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingDeaf ACCESSArkansas Rehabilitation Services#26 Corporate Hill DriveLittle Rock , AR 72205(501) 686-9680(501) 686-9836 (TTY)http://ace.arkansas.gov/arRehabServices/programs/fieldServices/Pages/TelecommunicationsAccessProgram.aspx

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental Disabilities ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesP.O. Box 1437, Slot N5017th and Main Streets, 5th FloorLittle Rock , AR 72203-1437(501) 682-8665(501) 682-1332 (TTY)[email protected]

http://www.arkansas.gov/dhhs/dddsEarly InterventionDivision of Developmental Disabilities ServicesDepartment of Health & Human ServicesP.O. Box 1437, Donaghey Plaza, North-5th Floor, Slot N504Little Rock , AR 72203-1437(800) 643-8258(501) [email protected]://www.arkansas.gov

MediationDispute Resolution Section of Special Education Unit1401 W. Capitol Avenue, Suite 450Little Rock , AR 72201(501) 682-4221http://arksped.k12.ar.us

Mental HealthDivision of Behavioral Health Services4313 W. Markham StreetLittle Rock , AR , 72205(501) [email protected]://humanservices.arkansas.gov/dbhs/Pages/default.aspx

Mental Health – YouthChildren’s ServicesDivision of Behavioral Health Services4313 W. Markham StreetLittle Rock , AR , 72205(501) [email protected]://humanservices.arkansas.gov/dbhs/Pages/ChildrensServices.aspx

Preschool, DisabilitiesPreschool Programs, Special Education UnitArkansas Department of Education1401 W. Capitol, Suite 450Little Rock , AR 72201-2936(501) [email protected]://arksped.k12.ar.us

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Center1100 N. University, Suite 201Little Rock , AR 72207(800) 482-1174 (V/TTY)(501) 296-1775 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.arkdisabilityrights.org/


Special EducationArkansas Department of Education1401 W. Capitol, Suite 450Little Rock , AR 72201(501) [email protected]://arksped.k12.ar.us

Special Format LibraryLibrary for the Blind and Physically Handicapped900 West Capitol Ave, Suite 100Little Rock , AR 72201-3108(866) 660-0885 (in AR)(501) 682-1155(501) 682-1002 (TTY)[email protected]://www.library.arkansas.gov/libraryForTheBlind/Pages/default.aspx

Special Health Care NeedsDDS Children’s ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesP.O. Box 1437, Slot S380Little Rock , AR 72203-1437(800) 482-5850, ext. 22277 (in AR)(501) 682-2277http://www.arkansas.gov/dhs/ddds/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.arkansas.gov/

Transition ServicesArkansas Department of EducationSpecial Education2402 Wildwood Avenue, Suite 172Sherwood , AR 72120(501) [email protected]://arksped.k12.ar.us/

UCEDDPartners for Inclusive CommunitiesUniversity of Arkansas at Fayetteville2001 Pershing Circle, Suite 300North Little Rock , AR 72114-1841(800) 342-2923 (V/TTY)(501) 682-9900(501) 682-9902 (TTY)[email protected]://uofapartners.uark.edu/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesOffice of Support for Special PopulationsArkansas Department of Workforce Education#3 Capitol MallLittle Rock , AR 72201-1083(501) [email protected]://dwe.arkansas.gov

Vocational Rehabilitation

Arkansas Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Workforce Education1616 Brookwood DriveP.O. Box 3781Little Rock , AR 72203-3781(501) [email protected]://www.arsinfo.org


Attention Deficit Disorder

To identify an ADD group in your state or locality, contact one of the following:


Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorders Association – Southern Region12345 Jones Road, Suite 287-7Houston , TX 77070(281) [email protected]://www.adda-sr.org

Autism

To identify an autism group in your state, contact:Autism Society of America7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300Bethesda , MD 20814-3067(800) 328-8476(301) 657-0881http://www.autism-society.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of ArkansasP. O. Box 26236Little Rock , AR 72221-6236(800) 235-2443 (in AR)(501) [email protected]://www.brainassociation.org

Cerebral PalsyUCP of Arkansas9720 N. Rodney Parham RoadLittle Rock , AR 72227(800) 228-6174(501) [email protected]://www.ucpcark.org

Deaf-BlindArkansas Project for Children with Deaf-Blindness1401 W. Capitol, Suite 450Little Rock , AR 72201-2936(501) 682-4222 (V/TTY)

Deaf/Hard of HearingArkansas Association for Hearing Impaired ChildrenP.O. Box 2007Benton , AR 72018-2007

http://www.chadd.org/

http://arksped.k12.ar.us [email protected]://aahic.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Arkansas2004 S. Main StreetLittle Rock , AR 72206-1597(501) [email protected]://www.arcark.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Arkansas7509 Cantrell Road, Suite 103CLittle Rock , AR 72207(501) [email protected]://www.ldaarkansas.org

Mental HealthMental Health America in Northwest ArkansasP.O. Box 4714Fayetteville , AR 72702(479) [email protected]://www.mhanwa.org

Mental HealthNAMI Arkansas712 W. 3rd Street, Suite 200Little Rock , AR 72201(800) 844-0381(501) [email protected]://ar.nami.org/

Mental HealthArkansas Family and Youth Assistance Network (FYAN)2001 Pershing Circle, Suite 300North Little Rock , AR 72114(800) 342-2923(501) 682-9900http://www.arfyan.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of Arkansas, Region 6110 Louise Street N. Little Rock , AR 72118(501) [email protected]://www.familyvoices.org


Community Parent Resource CenterNorthwest Arkansas Community Parent Center614 E. Emma, Suite 219 Springdale , AR 72764(800) 748-9768(479) [email protected]://www.nwacprc.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Arkansas Congress of Parents and TeachersP.O. Box 1015North Little Rock , AR 72115(501) [email protected]://www.arkansaspta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Arkansas Disability Coalition1123 S. University Avenue, Suite 225 Little Rock , AR 72204-1605(800) 223-1330 (V/TTY)(501) 614-7020 (V/TTY)http://www.adcpti.org/pti.php

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Arkansas DisabilityCoalition1702 Stone Square Suite AJonesboro , AR 72401(866) 691-2784(870) 336-2784http://www.adcpti.org/pti.php

Partners in PolicymakingPartners in PolicymakingArkansas Governor’s Developmental Disabilities CouncilFreeway Medical Tower5800 W. 10th Street, Suite 805 Little Rock , AR 72204(800) 285-1131 (TTY)(501) [email protected]://www.ddcouncil.org


http://www.arcark.org/

Independent LivingTo find the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000 Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V);(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

PEACE – Parents Educating Arkansas about Children with EpilepsyP.O. Box 224Vilonia , AR 72173(501) 852-8448 (work)(501) 470-5185 (cell)[email protected]://www.peaceinark.com

Easter Seals Arkansas3920 Woodland Heights Road Little Rock , AR 72212(501) [email protected]://ar.easterseals.com

DDS Children’s ServicesTitle V, Children with Special Health Care NeedsParent Advisory Council, Inc.P.O. Box 1437, S380Little Rock , AR 72203-1437(501) [email protected]

Family to Family Education ProgramNAMI-Arkansas712 W. 3rd Street, Suite 200Little Rock , AR 72201(800) 844-0381(501) [email protected]://ar.nami.org/

California

State Organizations

ADA CenterPacific ADA Center555 12th Street, Suite 1030Oakland , CA 94607(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(510) 285-5600 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adapacific.org

Assistive TechnologyCalifornia Assistive Technology SystemDepartment of Rehabilitation2000 Evergreen StreetSacramento , CA 95815(916) 274-6325 (V/TTY)http://www.dor.ca.gov

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsState Office of Services to the BlindCalifornia Department of Social Services744 P Street, M.S. 8-16-94Sacramento , CA 95814(916) [email protected]://www.cdss.ca.gov/cdssweb/PG83.htm

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)Healthy Families ProgramP.O. Box 138005Sacramento , CA 95813-8005(800) 880-5305 (in CA)http://www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov/

D D CouncilCalifornia State Council on Developmental Disabilities1507 21st Street, Suite 210Sacramento , CA 95814(866) 802-0514(916) 322-8481

Deaf-BlindHelen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth & Adults6160 Cornerstone Court, EastSan Diego , CA 92121(800) 432-7619 (V/TTY)

[email protected]://www.scdd.ca.gov

(858) 623-2777(858) 646-0784 (TTY)[email protected]://www.hknc.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingState Office of Deaf AccessDepartment of Social Services744 P Street, M.S. 8-16-91Sacramento , CA 95814(916) 653-8320(916) 653-7651 (TTY)[email protected]://www.cdss.ca.gov/cdssweb/PG145.htm

Developmental Disabilities (providing services and support for infants, children, and adults with developmental disabilities)Department of Developmental ServicesCalifornia Health and Human Services Agency1600 9th Street, Room 240Sacramento , CA 95814(916) 654-1897http://www.dds.ca.gov

Early InterventionPart C CoordinatorChildren and Family Services BranchDepartment of Developmental Services1600 9th Street, Room 330, MS 3-8Sacramento , CA 95814(800) 515-2229(916) [email protected]://www.dds.ca.gov/EarlyStart/Home.cfm

MediationDepartment of EducationSpecial Education Division1430 N Street, 2nd FloorSacramento , CA 95814(916) [email protected]://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health1600 9th Street, Room 151Sacramento , CA 95814(800) 896-4042 (in CA)(916) [email protected]://www.dmh.ca.gov

Mental Health -YouthChildren and Family ServicesCalifornia Department of Mental Health1600 9th Street, Room 100Sacramento , CA 95814(916) 651-2024http://www.childsworld.ca.gov/

Preschool, DisabilitiesSpecial Education DivisionAdministrative Services UnitDepartment of Education1430 N Street, Suite 530Sacramento , CA 95814(916) 327-3547http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights California1831 K Street Sacramento , CA 95811-4114(800) 952-5544 (In CA)916-504-5800(800) 719-5798 (TTY)[email protected]://www.disabilityrightsca.org


Special EducationSpecial Education DivisionCalifornia Department of Education1430 N Street, Suite 2401Sacramento , CA 95814(916) [email protected]://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se

Special Format LibraryBraille Institute Library Services741 N. Vermont AvenueLos Angeles , CA 90029-3594(800) 808-2555(323) 663-1111, ext. 500(323) 660-3880 (TTY)[email protected]://www.braillelibrary.org/

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Medical Services Branch1515 K Street, Room 400Sacramento CA 95825(916) [email protected]://www.dhs.ca.gov/pcfh/cms/ccs/

State Web Site Transition Services

Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ca.gov/

Transition Services and Work AbilitySpecial Education DivisionCalifornia Department of Education1430 N Street, Suite 2401Sacramento , CA [email protected]://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/sr/wrkabltyI.asp

UCEDDTarjan Center, a UCEDDUniversity of California, Los Angeles11075 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 200Los Angeles , CA 90095(310) [email protected]://www.semel.ucla.edu/tarjan

UCEDDUCEDD at Children’s Hospital Los AngelesUniversity of Southern California4650 Sunset BoulevardMailstop #53Los Angeles , CA 90027(323) 361-2300(213) 480-4192 (TTY)[email protected]://www.uscucedd.org/

UCEDDUCEDD at the UC Davis MIND InstituteUC Davis Health System2825 50th StreetSacramento , CA 95817(916) [email protected]://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/ddcenter/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesSecondary, Postsecondary and Adult Leadership DivisionCalifornia Department of Education1430 N Street, Suite 4503Sacramento , CA 95814(916) [email protected]://www.cde.ca.gov/ci/ct/

Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Rehabilitation721 Capitol MallSacramento , CA 95814(916) 324-1313 (VOICE)(916) 558-5807 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dor.ca.govDisability Specific Organizations



Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE , 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of CaliforniaPO Box 1355Glendora , CA 91740(800) [email protected]://www.autismsocietyca.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 20814(800) 232-5463

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsNational Federation of the Blind of California39481 Gallaudet Drive Apt. 127Fremont , CA 94538(510) 248-0100

http://www.add.org/


(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

(877) [email protected]://nfbcal.org/nfbc/index.html

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsThe Center for the Partially Sighted12301 Wilshire Boulevard, Suite 600Los Angeles , CA 90025(800) 481-EYES (3937)(310) [email protected]://www.low-vision.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Greater Sacramento191 Lathrop Way, Suite NSacramento , CA 95815(916) [email protected]://www.ucpsacto.org

Epilepsy (serving L.A., Orange, Ventura & San Bernardino Counties)Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles5777 W. Century Boulevard, Suite 820Los Angeles , CA 90045(800) 564-0445(310) [email protected]@epilepsy-socalif.orghttp://www.epilepsy-socalif.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of San Diego County2055 El Cajon BlvdSan Diego , CA 92104(619) [email protected]://www.epilepsysandiego.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of California1225 Eighth Street, Suite 210Sacramento , CA 95814(916) [email protected]://www.arccalifornia.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of California808 West Balboa Blvd.Newport Beach , CA 92661(909) [email protected]://www.ldaca.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in California1127 11th Street, Suite 925Sacramento , CA 95814(916) [email protected]://www.mhac.org

Mental HealthUnited Advocates for Children and Families2035 Hurley Way, Suite 290Sacramento , CA 95825(866) 643-1530(916) [email protected]://www.uacf4hope.org/index.html

Mental HealthNAMI California1010 Hurley Way, Suite 195Sacramento , CA 95825(916) [email protected]://www.NAMICalifornia.org

Speech, Language, and HearingCalifornia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (CSHA)(representing speech-language pathologists and audiologists)825 University AvenueSacramento , CA 95825-6724(916) [email protected]://www.CSHA.org

http://www.epilepsy-socalif.org/


Community Parent Resource Center

Parents CAN1909 Jefferson St.Napa , CA 94559(707) [email protected]://www.parentscan.org


(Serving E. Los Angeles)Fiesta Educativa, Inc.161 S. Avenue 24Los Angeles , CA 90031-2299(323) [email protected]://www.fiestaeducativa.org

Community Parent Resource CenterFoster Youth Resources for Education (FYRE)(Serving Alameda County)3075 Adeline St., Suite 210Berkeley , CA 94703(800) 348-4232(510) [email protected]://www.dredf.org

Community Parent Resource Center (Serving most of LA County)Loving Your Disabled Child (LYDC)PO BOX 90633Los Angeles , CA 90009(323) [email protected]://www.lydcprc.org/

Other Parent OrganizationFuerza, Inc.1340 E. McWood StreetWest Covina , CA 91790(800) [email protected]://www.fuerzainc.org

Other Parent Organization (Serving Los Angeles and Orange Counties)Chinese Parents Association for the DisabledP.O. Box 2884San Gabriel , CA 91778(626) [email protected]://www.cpad.org

Other Parent Organization (Serving Orange and Los Angeles County)Vietnamese Parents of Disabled Children Association7526 Syracuse Avenue Stanton , CA 90680(714) [email protected]://www.vpdca.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)California State PTA2327 L StreetSacramento , CA 95816(916) [email protected]://www.capta.org/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, Inc. (DREDF)3075 Adeline Street, Suite 210Berkeley , CA 94703(800) 348-4232(510) [email protected]://www.dredf.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Exceptional Parents Unlimited4440 N. 1st StreetFresno , CA 93726(559) [email protected]://www.exceptionalparents.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)MATRIX Parent Network and Resource Center94 Galli Drive, Suite CNovato , CA 94949(800) 578-2592(415) [email protected]://www.matrixparents.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parents Helping Parents1400 Parkmoor, Suite 100San Jose , CA 95126(408) 727-5775(408) 748-8339 (TTY)[email protected]://www.php.com

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern CA962 Maraglia St.Redding , CA 96002(530) 226-5129

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Support for Families of Children with Disabilities1663 Mission Street, 7th FloorSan Francisco , CA 94110-3111(415) 282-7494 (Program office)

(877) [email protected]://www.rfenc.org

(415) 920-5040 (Family Resource Center)[email protected]://www.supportforfamilies.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Team of Advocates for Special Kids (TASK)100 W. Cerritos AvenueAnaheim , CA 92805(866) 828-8275(714) [email protected]://www.taskca.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Team of Advocates for Special Kids (TASK), San Diego3180 University Ave.Ste. 430San Diego , CA 92104(877) 609-3218(619) [email protected]://www.taskca.org

Parent-to-Parent3 – Organizations for ParentsState: CaliforniaP2P at Parents Helping Parents, Inc.1400 Parkmoor Ave.San Jose , CA 95126-3429(408) [email protected]://www.php.com


Independent Living

To find the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

California Association of School Psychologists1400 K Street, Suite 311Sacramento , CA 95814(916) [email protected]://www.casponline.org

Independent LivingTo find the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Bay Area180 Grand Avenue, Suite 300Oakland , CA 94612(510) 835-2131, ext. [email protected]://www.eastersealsbayarea.org

(Serving Amador, Calaveras, San Joaquin, Stanislaus & Tuolumne Counties)Family Resource Network5250 Claremont Avenue, Suite 239Stockton , CA 95207(800) 847-3030 (in 5 county region)(209) [email protected]://www.frcn.org/

Colorado

State Agencies

ADA CenterRocky Mountain ADA Center3630 Sinton Road, Suite 103Colorado Springs , CO 80907(719) 444-0268 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adainformation.org

Assistive TechnologyAssistive Technology PartnersDepartment of Rehabilitation MedicineUniversity of Colorado Health Sciences Center601 E. 18th Avenue, Suite 130Denver , CO 80203(303) 315-1280(303) 837-8964 (TTY)(800) 255-3477http://www.assistivetechnologypartners.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindColorado Services for Children and Youth who have Combined Vision and Hearing LossExceptional Student Leadership UnitColorado Department of Education1560 Broadway, Suite 1175Denver , CO 80202(303) [email protected]://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/sd-main

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindColorado School for the Deaf and the Blind33 N. Institute StreetColorado Springs , CO 80903(719) 578-2100 (voice)(719) 578-2101 (TTY)(719) 358-2600 (VP)http://www.csdb.org

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)Child Health Plan Plus (CHP+)P.O. Box 929Denver , CO 80201-0929(800) 359-1991http://www.cchp.org/

D D CouncilColorado Developmental Disabilities Council1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 706Denver , CO 80203-2117(720) [email protected]://www.coddc.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingColorado Department of Education201 E. Colfax AvenueDenver , CO 80203(303) [email protected]://www.cde.state.co.us

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision for Developmental Disabilities3824 W. Princeton CircleDenver , CO 80236(303) [email protected]://www.cdhs.state.co.us/ddd

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities Services3824 W. Princeton Circle Denver , CO 80236(303) [email protected]://www.state.co.us/

Early InterventionEarly Intervention ColoradoCDHS-Division for Developmental Disabilities4055 S. Lowell Blvd.Denver , CO 80236(888) [email protected]://www.eicolorado.org

MediationColorado Department of EducationExceptional Student Services201 E. Colfax Avenue, Room 300 Denver , CO 80203(303) [email protected]://www.cde.state.co.us

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health/Alcohol and Drug Abuse DivisionColorado Department of Human Services3824 W. Princeton CircleDenver , CO 80236(303) [email protected]://www.cdhs.state.co.us/adad/www.cdhs.state.co.us/dmh

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Mental Health ServicesDepartment of Human Services

Preschool DisabilitiesEarly Childhood InitiativesColorado Department of Education

3824 W. Princeton CircleDenver , CO 80236(303) [email protected]://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CDHS-BehavioralHealth/CBON/1251581077594

201 E. Colfax Avenue, Room 305 Denver , CO 80203(303) 866-6709(303) 866-6712(888) [email protected]://www.cde.state.co.us

Protection & AdvocacyThe Legal Center455 Sherman Street, Suite 130Denver , CO 80203(303) 722-0300(800) 288-1376 (in CO only)[email protected]://www.thelegalcenter.org


Special EducationExceptional Student Services UnitColorado Department of Education201 E. Colfax AvenueDenver , CO 80203(303) 866-6694http://www.cde.state.co.us

Special Format LibraryColorado Talking Book Library180 Sheridan BoulevardDenver , CO 80226-8097(303) 727-9277(800) [email protected]://www.cde.state.co.us/ctbl

Special Health Care NeedsHealth Care Program For Children with Special Needs (HCP)Department of Public Health and Environment4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Room A410Denver , CO 80246-1530(303) 692-2370(800) [email protected]://www.cdphe.state.co.us

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CO-Portal/CXP/1165693060239

Transition ServicesTransition ServicesExceptional Student Leadership UnitColorado Department of Education201 E. Colfax AvenueDenver , CO 80203(303) [email protected]://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/transition

UCEDDJFK PartnersUniversity of Colorado DenverSchool of Medicine13121 E. 17th Ave, C234 Aurora , CO 80045(303) 724-5266http://www.jfkpartners.org

Vocational EducationColorado Community College System9101 E. Lowry Boulevard Denver , CO 80230-6011(303) 620-4000

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Human Services1575 Sherman, 4th FloorDenver , CO 80203(303) [email protected]://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CDHS-SelfSuff/CBON/1251580884712

Vocational RehabilitationYouth Programs CoordinatorDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation Administration OfficeDepartment of Human Services1575 Sherman, 4th FloorDenver , CO 80203

(303) [email protected]://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CDHS-SelfSuff/CBON/1251580884712Disability Specific Organization


Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)8181 Professional Place, Suite 150Landover , MD 20785(301) 306-7070(800) 233-4050

http://www.chadd.org


Autism2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: ColoradoAutism Society of Colorado550 S Wadsworth Blvd, Ste 100Lakewood , CO 80226(720) [email protected]://www.autismcolorado.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Alliance of Colorado1385 South Colorado BlvdSuite 606, Building ADenver , CO 80222(303) 355-9969(800) [email protected]://www.biacolorado.org

Cerebral Palsy (serving individuals with a wide variety of needs and conditions, not only cerebral palsy.)Cerebral Palsy of Colorado, Inc.801 Yosemite StreetDenver , CO 80230(303) [email protected]://www.cpco.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Colorado, Inc.234 Columbine Street, Suite 333Denver , CO 80206-4711(303) 377-9774(888) 378-9779 (in CO)[email protected]://www.epilepsycolorado.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Colorado8000 E. Prentice Avenue, Suite D-1Greenwood Village , CO 80111(303) 864-9334(800) 333-7690http://www.thearcofco.org

Mental HealthMental Health America of Colorado1385 S. Colorado Boulevard, Suite 610Denver , CO 80222(720) [email protected]://www.mhacolorado.org

Mental HealthNAMI Colorado1100 Fillmore StreetDenver , CO 80206-3334(303) [email protected]://www.namicolorado.org

Mental HealthColorado Federation of Families for Children’s Mental HealthP.O. Box 9086Englewood , CO 80111(888) 569-7500(303) [email protected]://www.coloradofederation.org

Mental HealthEMPOWER Colorado (Mental Health)(A Service of CP of Colorado)801 Yosemite StreetDenver , CO 80230(866) [email protected]://www.EMPOWERcolorado.com

http://www.biacolorado.org/

Special Health Care Needs2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: ColoradoFamily Voices Colorado13199 East Montview Blvd, Suite 200Aurora , CO 80045(303) 733-3000(800) [email protected]://familyvoicesco.org

Speech, Language, and Hearing2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: ColoradoColorado Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 345Sedalia , CO 80135(720) [email protected]://www.cshassoc.org


Community Parent Resource CenterDenver Metro Community Parent Resource Center2600 S. Parker Rd., Suite 332Aurora , CO 80014(303) [email protected]://www.denvermetrocprc.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Colorado PTA7859 W. 38th AvenueWheat Ridge , CO 80033(303) 420-7820(888) [email protected]://www.copta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)PEAK Parent Center611 N. Weber, Suite 200Colorado Springs , CO 80903(719) 531-9400(800) 284-0251(719) 531-9403 (TTY)[email protected]://www.peakparent.org

Parent-to-ParentParent to Parent of Colorado801 Yosemite StreetDenver , CO 80230(877) [email protected]://www.p2p-co.org


Independent LivingFor your Statewide Independent Living Council, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization2323 S. Shepherd, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org/html/publications/directory/

Independent LivingTo learn about independent living centers in your area, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0034 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)(877) 525-3400 (toll free)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Colorado5755 W. Alameda AvenueLakewood , CO 80226(303) 233-1666 (V/TTY)(800) [email protected]://www.eastersealscolorado.org

Rocky Mountain Stroke Association5666 S. Bannock StreetLittleton , CO 80120(303) 730-8800(877) [email protected]://www.strokecolorado.org

VSA arts Colorado909 Santa Fe DriveDenver , CO 80204(303) 777-0797(303) 777-0798 (TTY)[email protected]://www.vsaco.org

Connecticut

State Organizations

ADA CenterNew England ADA Center180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1Boston , MA 02114(800) 949-4232 V/TTY)(617) 695-1225 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.newenglandada.org

Assistive TechnologyConnecticut Tech Act ProjectDepartment of Social ServicesBureau of Rehabilitation Services25 Sigourney Street, 11th FloorHartford , CT 06106(800) 537-2549 (in CT)(860) 424-4881(860) 424-4839 (TTY)[email protected]://www.cttechact.comwww.getATstuff.com

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindConnecticut Board of Education and Services for the Blind184 Windsor AvenueWindsor , CT 06095(800) 842-4510(860) [email protected]://www.besb.state.ct.us

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)HUSKY Planc/o Department of Social Services25 Sigourney StreetHartford , CT 06106-5033(877) 284-8759 (for info)(800) 656-6684 (to apply)(800) 842-4524 (TTY)[email protected]://www.huskyhealth.com/

D D CouncilConnecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities460 Capitol AvenueHartford , CT 06106-1308(800) 653-1154 (in CT)(860) 418-6160(860) 418-6172 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ct.gov/ctcdd/site/default.asp

Deaf/Hard of HearingConnecticut Commission on the Deaf and Hearing Impaired67 Prospect Avenue, 3rd FloorHartford , CT 06106(800) 708-6796 (in CT)(860) 231-8756 (V/TTY)(860) 231-8169 (TTY)[email protected]://www.state.ct.us/cdhi/

Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Developmental Services (DDS)460 Capitol AvenueHartford , CT 06106(860) [email protected]://www.ct.gov/dds

Early InterventionConnecticut Birth to Three SystemDepartment of Developmental Services460 Capitol AvenueHartford , CT 06106-1308(800) [email protected]://www.birth23.org

MediationConnecticut Department of EducationBureau of Special EducationDue Process Unit165 Capitol Avenue Hartford , CT 06106-1630(860) [email protected]

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health and Addiction Services410 Capitol AvenueP.O. Box 341431Hartford , CT ,06134(800) 446-7348(860) [email protected]://www.ct.gov/dmhas

Mental Health – YouthDepartment of Children and Families505 Hudson StreetHartford , CT 06106(800) 842-2288 (in CT)(860) [email protected]://www.state.ct.us/dcf

Preschool, DisabilitiesState Department of Education165 Capitol AvenueHartford , CT 06106(860) [email protected]://www.sde.ct.gov

Protection & Advocacy1 – State AgenciesState: ConnecticutOffice of Protection & Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities60 B Weston StreetHartford , CT 06120-1551(800) 842-7303 (V/TTY in CT)(860) 297-4300(860) 297-4380 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ct.gov/opapd

Relay Services1 – State AgenciesState: Connecticut(800) 833-8134 (V)(800) 942-9710 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 842-5177 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationBureau of Special EducationDepartment of Education165 Capitol Avenue, Room 360Hartford , CT 06106(860) [email protected]://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/

Special Format LibraryConnecticut State LibraryLibrary for the Blind and Physically Handicapped198 West StreetRocky Hill , CT 06067(800) 842-4516(860) [email protected]://www.cslib.org/lbph.htm

Special Format Library (for special format books for individuals with visual impairments, blindness, dyslexia, and other print disabilities)Connecticut Unit of Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic (RFB&D) learning through listeningNew Haven , CT 06510(203) [email protected]://www.rfbd.org/ct

Special Health Care NeedsCYSHCN Program, Family Health SectionPublic Health Initiative BranchConnecticut Department of Public Health410 Capital Avenue, MS #11 MATP.O. Box 340308Hartford , CT 06134-0308(860) [email protected]://www.dph.state.ct.us

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ct.gov/

Transition ServicesBureau of Special EducationDepartment of Education165 Capitol AvenueP.O. Box 2219Hartford , CT 06145-2219(860) [email protected]://www.sde.ct.gov/sde

UCEDDA.J. Pappanikou UCEDD263 Farmington Avenue, MC6222Farmington , CT 06030-6222(866) 623-1315(860) 679-1500(860) 679-1502 (TTY)[email protected]://www.uconnucedd.org

Vocational RehabilitationBureau of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Social Services25 Sigourney StreetHartford , CT 06106(860) [email protected]://www.brs.state.ct.us





AutismAutism Society of ConnecticutPO Box 1404Guilford , CT 06437

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300 New York , NY 10001

(888) [email protected]://www.autismsocietyofct.org

(800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Connecticut200 Day Hill Rd., Suite 250Windsor , CT 06095(800) 278-8242(860) [email protected]://www.biact.org

Cerebral PalsySt. Vincents Special Needs ServicesTrumbull Corporate Park95 Merritt BoulevardTrumbull , CT 06611(203) 375-6400http://www.stvincentsspecialneeds.org

Cerebral PalsyUCP of Eastern Connecticut42 Norwich RoadQuaker Hill , CT 06375(860) [email protected]://www.ucpect.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Connecticut, Inc.386 Main StreetMiddletown , CT 06457(800) 899-3745(860) [email protected]://www.epilepsyct.com

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Connecticut43 Woodland Street, Suite 260 Hartford , CT 06105(860) [email protected]://www.arcct.com

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Connecticut20-30 Beaver Road, Suite 108Wethersfield , CT 06109(860) [email protected]://www.mhact.org

Mental HealthNAMI Connecticut241 Main Street, 5th FloorHartford , CT 06106(800) 215-3021(860) [email protected]://www.namict.org

Speech, Language, and HearingConnecticut Speech-Language-Hearing Association213 Back LaneNewington , CT 06111-4204(860) [email protected]://www.ctspeechhearing.org


Community Parent Resource CenterAFCAMP, Hartford-New Haven CPRC60 Weston St., Ste BHartford , CT 06120(860) 297-4358(800) [email protected]://www.afcamp.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Connecticut Parent-Teachers AssociationWilbur Cross Commons Building, Suite 1260 Connolly ParkwayHamden , CT 06514-2519(203) [email protected]://www.ctpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Connecticut Parent Advocacy Center (CPAC)338 Main StreetNiantic , CT 06357(800) 445-2722 (in CT)(860) [email protected]://www.cpacinc.org

Parent-to-ParentPATH Parent to Parent of CTP.O. Box 117Northford , CT 06472(800) 399-7284 (in CT)(203) [email protected]://www.pathct.org


http://www.epilepsyct.com/

Independent LivingConnecticut StateIndependent Living Council151 New Park AvenueHartford , CT [email protected]

Independent LivingConnecticut Association of Centers for Independent Living151 New Park AvenueHartford , CT 06106(860) [email protected]://www.cacil.net

WeCAHR (Western Connecticut Association for Human Rights)211 Main Street Danbury , CT 06810(203) [email protected]://www.wecahr.org

Easter Seals Connecticut85 Jones StreetP.O. Box 100 Hebron , CT 06248-0100(800) 874-7687(860) [email protected]://www.ct.easterseals.com

The Special Kids Support CenterConnecticut Children’s Medical Center282 Washington Street Hartford , CT 06106(877) 743-5516 (in CT)(860) 545-9230http://www.ccmckids.org

Disabilities Network of Eastern Connecticut238 W. Town StreetNorwich , CT 06360(860) 823-1898http://www.dnec.org

District of ColumbiaState Agencies

ADA CenterMid-Atlantic ADA Center401 North Washington Street, Suite 450Rockville , MD 20805(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(301) 217-0124 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adainfo.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsVisual Impairment UnitDC Rehabilitation Services Administration810 1st Street, N.E., 9th FloorWashington , DC 20002(202) 442-8628

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)DC Healthy Families Insurance Program4601 N. Fairfax DriveArlington , VA 22203(888) 557-1116http://www.dchealth.dc.gov

D D CouncilDC Developmental Disabilities CouncilDepartment of Human Services64 New York Avenue, N.E., Room 6161Washington , DC 20001(202) [email protected]://directory.dc.gov/

Deaf/Hard of HearingWard 5, CWI Unit & One Stop CenterDC Rehabilitation Services AdministrationDepartment on Disability Services810 1st Street, N.E., 9th FloorWashington , DC 20002(202) 442-8629http://www.dc.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment on Disability Services1125 15th Street, NWWashington , DC 20005(202) [email protected]://dds.dc.gov

Early Intervention: Birth through 3Early Care and Education AdministrationOffice of the State Superintendent of EducationInfant and Toddlers with Disabilities DivisionDepartment of Human Services717 14th Street, N.W., Suite 1200

MediationMediation Services and Early Dispute ResolutionState Enforcement and Investigation DivisionDC Public Schools825 N. Capitol Street, N.E.Washington , DC 20002

http://dds.dc.gov/

http://www.dnec.org/

Washington , DC 20005(202) 727-3665http://osse.dc.gov/seo/lib/seo/DC_EIP_Directory_2009_2010.pdf

(202) [email protected]://www.k12.dc.us

Mental HealthCommunity Service AgencyDepartment of Mental Health1250 U Street, N.W.Washington , DC 20009(202) 671-4010(202) 698-2525(202) 442-4202 (intake office)[email protected]://dds.dc.gov

Official Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.dc.gov/index.asp

Preschool, DisabilitiesContact State Department of Education: Special Education.

Protection & AdvocacyUniversity Legal Services220 I Street, N.E., Suite 130Washington , DC 20002(202) 547-0198(202) 547-2657 (TTY)[email protected]://www.uls-dc.org

Relay Services (800) 643-3769 (V)(800) 643-3768 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 898-0137 (ASCII)(800) 898-0740 (Speech to Speech)(800) 546-7111 (Spanish TTY)(800) 546-5111 (Spanish Voice)

Special EducationOffice of Special EducationDC Public Schools825 N. Capitol Street, N.E., 6th FloorWashington , DC 20002(202) [email protected]://www.k12.dc.us/

Special Format LibraryAdaptive Services DivisionDC Public Library901 G Street, N.W., Room 215Washington , DC 20001(202) 727-2270(202) 727-2142(202) 727-2255 (TTY)[email protected]:// http://dclibrary.org/lbph/

Special Health Care NeedsDepartment of Outreach ServicesHealth Services for Children with Special Needs, Inc.2124 Martin Luther King, Jr. Avenue, S.E.Washington , DC 20020(202) 580-6485(202) [email protected]://www.hscsn-net.org/

Special Health Care NeedsThe HSC (Health Services for Children) Pediatric Center1731 Bunker Hill Road, NEWashington , DC 20017(800) 226-4444(202) 832-4400(202) 832-7848 (TTY)http://www.hscpediatriccenter.org

Transition ServicesDC Rehabilitation Services Administration810 1st Street, N.E., 9th FloorWashington , DC 20002(202) [email protected]

Transition ServicesDCPS Office of Special Education825 N. Capitol Street, NE, 6th FloorWashington , DC 20002(202) 442-5488http://www.k12.dc.us

UCEDDCenter for Child and Human DevelopmentGeorgetown University3300 Whitehaven Street, NWP.O. Box 571485 (mailing)Washington , DC 20057-1485(202) 687-8807(202) 687-5503 (TTY)[email protected]://gucchd.georgetown.edu/

Vocational Rehabilitation

DC Rehabilitation Services Administration810 First Street, N.E., 10th FloorWashington , DC 20002(202) [email protected] Specific Organizations

Attention Deficit DisorderTo identify an ADD group in your state or locality, contact:


Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) [email protected]://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society District of Columbia5167 7th Street NEWashington , DC 20011(202) [email protected]://www.autism-society.org/chapter130

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind1660 L Street, NW, Suite 513Washington , DC 20036(202) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Washington, DC1818 New York Avenue, NE, Suite 101Washington , DC 20002(202) [email protected]://www.ucpdc.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of the Chesapeake Region8503 LaSalle RoadTowson , MD 21286(800) 492-2523(410) [email protected]://www.epilepsy-foundation.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of the District of Columbia, Inc.817 Varnum Street, N.E., Suite 229Washington , DC 20017(202) [email protected]://www.arcdc.net

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesLt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute801 Buchanan Street, N.E.Washington , DC 20017(202) 529-7600(202) [email protected]://www.ccs-dc.org

Mental HealthChild and Family Community Support ServicesDepartment of Mental Health Community Support821 Howard Road, S.E., 1st FloorWashington , DC 20020(202) [email protected]://www.dmh.dc.gov

Mental HealthMental Health Association of DC1628 l6th Street, N.W., 4th FloorWashington , DC 20009(202) [email protected]://www.mhadc.org

Mental HealthNAMI DC, National Alliance on Mental Illness422 8th Street, S.E.Washington , DC 20003-2832

Speech, Language, and HearingDistrict of Columbia Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 29590


(202) [email protected]://www.namidc.org

Washington , DC 20017(202) [email protected]://www.dcsha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)DC Congress of Parents and TeachersHamilton School1401 Brentwood Parkway, N.E.Washington , DC 20002(202) [email protected]

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Advocates for Justice and Education, Inc.1012 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE, Washington , DC 20003(888) 327-8060(202) [email protected]://www.AJE-DC.org


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in the District, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingDC Center for Independent Living (CIL)1400 Florida Avenue, NEWashington , DC 20002(202) [email protected]://www.dccil.org

Independent LivingAnacostia Satellite Office2110 Mississippi Avenue, SE, Suite B1Washington , DC , 20020(202) 889-5802

The Equal Rights Center11 Dupont Circle, N.W., Suite 450Washington , DC , 20036(202) 234-3062(202) 234-7590 (TTY)[email protected]://www.equalrightscenter.org

Easter Seals Greater Washington-Baltimore RegionChildren’s Services1420 Spring StreetSilver Spring , MD , 20910(301) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.gwbr.easterseals.com

The Quality Trust for Individuals with Disabilities5335 Wisconsin Avenue, N.W., Suite 825Washington , DC , 20015(202) 448-1450http://www.dcqualitytrust.org

WVSA arts Connection1100 16th Street, N.W.Washington , DC , 20036(202) [email protected]://www.wvsarts.org

DelawareState Agencies

ADA Center Assistive Technology

Mid-Atlantic ADA Center401 North Washington Street, Suite 450Rockville , MD 20805(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(301) 217-0124 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adainfo.org

Delaware Assistive Technology InitiativeUniversity of DE/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for ChildrenP.O. Box 2691600 Rockland Road, Room 200 Wilmington , DE 19899(800) 870-3284 (in DE)(302) 651-6790(302) 651-6794 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dati.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsDivision for the Visually Impaired1901 N. Dupont Highway, Biggs BuildingNew Castle , DE 19720(302) [email protected]://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dvi/about.html

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)Delaware Healthy Children ProgramP.O. Box 950New Castle , DE 19720-9914(800) 996-9969http://www.state.de.us/dhss/dss/

D D CouncilDelaware Developmental Disabilities CouncilMargaret M. O’Neill Building, 2nd Floor410 Federal Street, Suite 2 Dover , DE 19904(302) [email protected]://www.ddc.delaware.gov

Deaf-BlindDelaware Program for Deaf-blind Children620 E. Chestnut Hill RoadNewark , DE 19713(302) [email protected]

Deaf/Hard of HearingDelaware Office for the Deaf and Hard of HearingDE DOL / Division of Vocational Rehabilitation4425 N. Market StreetWilmington , DE 19802-1307(302) 504-4741 (Videophone & Voice)(302) 761-8243 (TTY)(302) 761-8275 (Voice & TTY)[email protected]://www.delawareworks.com/dvr/dodhh.shtml

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental Disabilities ServicesDelaware Health and Social Services1056 S. Governors Avenue, Suite 101 Dover , DE 19904(302) [email protected]://www.state.de.us/dhss/ddds/index.html

Early InterventionBirth to Three Early Intervention SystemDepartment of Health and Social Services1901 N. DuPont HighwayNew Castle , DE 19720(302) [email protected]://www.state.de.us/dhss/dms/epqc/birth3/directry.html

MediationExceptional Children and Early Childhood Education GroupDepartment of Education401 Federal Street, Suite 2 Dover , DE 19901-3639(302) [email protected]://www.doe.state.de.us

Mental Health1 – State AgenciesState: DelawareDivision of Substance Abuse and Mental HealthDelaware Health and Social ServicesMain Administration Building1901 N. DuPont Highway New Castle , DE 19720(302) [email protected]

Mental Health – Children1 – State AgenciesState: DelawareDivision of Child Mental Health ServicesDepartment of Services for Children, Youth, and Their Families1825 Faulkland Road, Building 1Wilmington , DE 19805-1195(302) [email protected]://kids.delaware.gov/cmhs/cmhs.shtml

State Council for Persons with DisabilitiesMargaret M. O’Neill BuildingP.O. Box 1401

Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens (GACEC)516 W. Loockerman Street

Dover , DE 19903http://www2.state.de.us/scpd

Dover , DE 19904(302) [email protected]://www.state.de.us/gacec/index.htm

Preschool, DisabilitiesExceptional Children and Early Childhood GroupDepartment of Education401 Federal Street, Suite 2Dover , DE 19901-3639(302) [email protected]://www.doe.k12.de.us/programs/specialed/default.shtml

Protection & AdvocacyCommunity Legal Aid Society, Inc.Community Service Building100 W. 10th Street, Suite 801Wilmington , DE 19801(302) [email protected]://www.declasi.org

Relay Services (800) 232-5470 (V)(800) 232-5460 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech – English)(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech – Spanish)

Special EducationExceptional Children and Early Childhood Group401 Federal Street, Suite 2Dover , DE 19901-3639(302) [email protected]://www.doe.state.de.us/programs/specialed/

Special Format LibraryDelaware Division of LibrariesLibrary for the Blind and Physically Handicapped43 S. DuPont HighwayDover , DE 19901(V/TTY)(800) 282-8676(302) [email protected]@lib.de.ushttp://www.state.lib.de.us

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health Care NeedsBureau of Maternal and Child HealthDivision of Public Health417 Federal StreetDover , DE 19901(800) 464-4357 (Helpline)(302) [email protected]

Special Health Care NeedsDivision of Public Health & duPont Hospital for ChildrenOffice of EMSBlue Hen Corporate Center655 Bay Road, Suite 4HDover , DE 19901(302) [email protected]

Special Health Care NeedsSpecial Needs Alert Program (SNAP) 911Office of EMS100 Sunnyside RoadSmyrna , DE 19977(302) [email protected]://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph/ems/emscsnap.html

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.de.gov/

UCEDDCenter for Disabilities StudiesCollege of Education and Human DevelopmentUniversity of Delaware461 Wyoming Road Newark , DE 19716(302) 831-6974(302) 831-4689 (TTY)[email protected]://www.udel.edu/cds

Vocational EducationExceptional Children and Early Childhood GroupDepartment of Education401 Federal Street, Suite 2, Townsend BuildingDover , DE 19901(302) 735-4210http://www.doe.state.de.us/Exceptional_Child/ececehome.htm

Vocational RehabilitationDelaware Division of Vocational Rehabilitation4425 N. Market StreetP. O. Box 9969Wilmington , DE 19809-0969(302) 761-8275(302) 761-8336 (TTY)[email protected]://www.delawareworks.com/dvr/welcome.shtml



Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)8181 Professional Place, Suite 150 Landover , MD 20785(800) 233-4050(301) 306-7070http://www.chadd.org


AutismAutism Delaware924 Old Harmony RoadSuite 201Newark , DE 19713(302) [email protected]://www.delautism.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of DelawareP.O. Box 1897 (mailing address)840 Walker Rd (physical address)Dover , DE 19903(800) 411-0505(302) [email protected]://www.biausa.org/Delaware.bia.htm

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Delaware700 A River RoadWilmington , DE 19809(302) [email protected]

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Delaware — Kent/Sussex County Branch3249 Midstate RoadFelton , DE 19943(302) [email protected]

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of DelawareTower Office Park240 N. James Street, Suite 208Newport , DE 19804(800) 422-3653(302) [email protected]://epilepsyfoundation.org/delaware

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Delaware1016 Centre Road Wilmington , DE 19805-1234(302) 996-9400http://www.arcde.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in Delaware100 W. 10th Street, Suite 600Wilmington , DE 19801(800) 287-6423 (In DE)(302) [email protected]://www.mhainde.org

Special Health Care NeedsDelaware Family Voices / Family to Family Health Information Center61 Corporate CircleNew Castle , DE 19702(877) [email protected]://delawarefamilytofamily.org/index.html

Speech, Language, and HearingDelaware Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 7383Newark , DE [email protected]


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Delaware Congress of Parents and Teachers925 Bear-Corbitt Road, Suite 101Bear , DE 19701(302) [email protected]://www.delawarepta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent Information Center of Delaware (PIC)5570 Kirkwood Highway Wilmington , DE 19808(888) 547-4412(302) [email protected]://www.picofdel.org

Parent-to-ParentP2P at Delaware Family Voices61 Corporate CircleNew Castle , DE 19720(302) [email protected]://defv.org

Partners in PolicymakingPartners in Policymaking of DelawareDevelopmental Disabilities CouncilMargaret M. O’Neill Building, 2nd Floor410 Federal Street, Suite 2Dover , DE 19901(302) 739-7192http://www.state.de.us/ddc


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact: National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor Washington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore61 Corporate CircleNew Castle , DE 19720(800) 677-3800(302) [email protected]://www.de.easterseals.com

MENTOR ABI Group – New JerseyRehabilitative and Support Services for Persons with Acquired Brain Injury505 S. Lenola RoadBlason Office Plaza II, Suite 217Moorestown , NJ 08057(856) 235-5505http://nj.thementornetwork.com/state/index.asp

VSA arts of DelawareArt Center Gallery, Deleware State University1200 N. Dupont HighwayDover , DE 19901(302) [email protected]

FloridaState Organizations


Southeast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NEAtlanta , GA ,30324(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adasoutheast.org

Florida Alliance for Assistive Service and Technology3333 W Pensacola Street Building 100Suite 140Tallahassee , FL 32304(888) 788-9216(850) 487-3278(850) 922-5951 (TTY)[email protected]://faast.org/

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsDivision of Blind ServicesDepartment of Education325 W. Gaines Street, Room 1114, Turlington BuildingTallahassee , FL 32399-0400(800) 342-1828 (in FL)(850) [email protected]://myflorida.com/dbs

Career & Technical EducationCareer Education for Students with Special NeedsDivision of Workforce EducationDepartment of Education, Turlington Building325 W. Gaines Street, Room 701 Tallahassee , FL 32399-0400(850) [email protected]://www.myfloridaeducation.com/commhome

CHIP Program (888) 540-5437http://www.healthykids.org

D D CouncilFlorida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc.124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203Tallahassee , FL 32301-2981(800) 580-7801 (in FL)(850) 488-4180http://www.fddc.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingDeaf and Hard of Hearing ServicesDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Education2002 Old St. Augustine Road, Building ATallahassee , FL 32301-4862(850) 245-3353(850) 245-3350 (V)(850) 245-3413 (TTY or VP)(850) 245-3404 (TTY)[email protected]://www.rehabworks.org

Developmental DisabilitiesAgency for Persons with Disabilities4030 Esplanade Way, Suite 380Tallahassee , FL 32399-0950(850) [email protected]://www.myflorida.comwww.apd.myflorida.com

Early InterventionEarly StepsChildren’s Medical Services, Department of Health4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A-06Tallahassee , FL 32399-1707(800) 654-4440(850) [email protected]://www.cms-kids.com/families/early_steps/early_steps.html

Early InterventionFlorida Directory of Early Childhood Services2807 Remington Green CircleTallahasse , FL 32308(800) 654-4440(850) [email protected]://www.centraldirectory.org

MediationBureau of Exceptional Education and Student ServicesFlorida Department of Education325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 614Tallahassee , FL 32399-0400(850) [email protected]://www.firn.edu/doe/commhome/

Mental HealthMental Health Programs OfficeDepartment of Children and Families1317 Winewood Boulevard, Building 6, Room 275Tallahassee , FL 32399-0700(850) [email protected]://www.state.fl.us/cf_web/

Mental Health – Youth Preschool, Disabilities

Mental Health Programs OfficeDepartment of Children and Families1317 Winewood Boulevard, Building 6, Room 290Tallahassee , FL 32399-0700(850) [email protected]://www.state.fl.us/cf_web/

Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student ServicesFlorida Department of Education325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 601Tallahassee , FL 32399-0400(850) [email protected]://www.fldoe.org

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Florida2728 Centerview DriveSuite 102Tallahassee , FL 32301(800) 342-0823(800) 350-4566 (Spanish and Creole Speaking Clients)(850) 488-9071(800) 346-4127 (TTY)http://www.disabilityrightsflorida.org/

Relay ServicesFlorida Telecommunications Relay, Inc.1820 E. Park Avenue, Suite 101Tallahassee , FL 32301(800) 222-3448 (V); (888) 447-5620 (TTY)Relay, dial 711, or: (800) 955-8771 (TTY); (800) 955-8770 (Voice)(800) 955-1339 (ASCII); (877) 955-8260 (Voice Carry Over-Direct)(877) 955-5334 (Speech to Speech ); (877) 955-8773 (Spanish); (877) 955-8707 (French Cr)[email protected]://www.ftri.org

Special EducationBureau of Exceptional Education and Student ServicesFlorida Department of Education325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 614Tallahassee , FL 32399-0400(850) [email protected]://www.fldoe.org/ese

Special Format LibraryFlorida Bureau of Braille and Talking Book Library Services420 Platt StreetDaytona Beach , FL 32114-2804(800) 226-6075(386) 239-6000(800) 955-8771 (TTY)[email protected]://dbs.myflorida.com/library/index.php

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Medical Services, Department of Health4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A-06Tallahassee , FL, 32399-1707(800) 654-4440(850) [email protected]://www.myflorida.com

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.flgov.com

Transition ServicesProject 10: Transition Education NetworkUniversity of South Florida St. Petersburg140 7th Avenue South, SVB 108 (mailing address)529 First Street South (physical address)St. Petersburg , FL 33701(727) 873-4661(727) 873-4660 (Fax)http://project10.info

Transition ServicesSchool To Work Transition ServicesDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Education2002 Old Saint Augustine Road, Building ATallahassee , FL 32301(850) [email protected]://www.rehabworks.org

UCEDDMailman Center for Child DevelopmentUniversity of Miami Miller School of MedicineDepartment of Pediatrics (D-820)P.O. Box 016820 Miami , FL 33101(305) [email protected]://mailmancenter.org

UCEDDFlorida Center for Inclusive CommunitiesUniversity of South FloridaDepartment of Child and Family StudiesCollege of Behavioral and Community Sciences13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., MHC 2113A Tampa , FL 33612-3807(813) 974-3126(866) [email protected]://www.flfcic.org

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Education2002 Old St. Augustine Road, Building A

Tallahassee , FL 32301-4862(800) 451-4327(850) 488-6210http://www.rehabworks.orgDisability Specific Organizations



Attention Deficit Disorder2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: FloridaAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE , 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of FloridaP.O. Box 67705Orlando , FL 32867(407) 207-3388(855) [email protected]://www.autismfl.com

AutismCenter for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)(One of six regional centers for autism and related disabilities)University of FloridaP.O. Box 100234Gainesville , FL 32610(800) 754-5891(352) [email protected]://www.card.ufl.eduTo identify the CARD serving your region, either call the 800 number above, or visit:www.card.ufl.edu/state.html


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Florida (BIAF)1655 E. Semoran Boulevard, Suite 8Apopka , FL 32703(800) 992-3442 (in FL)[email protected]://www.biaf.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Florida1830 Buford CourtTallahassee , FL 32308(850) [email protected]://www.ucp.org/

EpilepsyEpilepsy Services ProgramFlorida Department of Health4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A-18Tallahassee , FL 32399-1744(850) 245-4330, ext. [email protected]:// www.floridaepilepsy.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesARC/Florida2898 Mahan Drive, Suite 1Tallahassee , FL 32308(800) [email protected]://www.arcflorida.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Florida, Inc.Co-Presidents:(561) 247-0221, Cathy Einhorn(561) 361-7495, Mark Halpert

Mental HealthNAMI Florida, Inc.911 E. Park Avenue Tallahassee , FL 32301(850) [email protected]://www.namifl.org

Speech, Language, and HearingFlorida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (FLASHA)222 S. Westmonte Drive #101Altamonte Springs , FL 32714(800) 243-3574(407) [email protected]


Community Parent Resource CenterParent to Parent of Miami, Inc.Community Parent Resource Center7990 S.W. 117th Avenue, Suite 201Miami , FL 33183(800) 527-9552(305) [email protected]://www.ptopmiami.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Florida Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.1747 Orlando Central ParkwayOrlando , FL 32809(407) [email protected]://www.floridapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Central Florida Parent Center1021 Delaware AvenuePalm Harbor , FL 34683-3529(888) 612-9273(727) [email protected]://www.cflparents.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent Education Network Project2196 Main Street, Suite KDunedin , FL 34698(800) 825-5736 (In Fl only)(727) [email protected]://www.fndfl.org/programs/pen-parent-education-network.aspx

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) (Serving Northwest Florida from Escambia county to Alachua county)Parents of the Panhandle Information Network2196 Main St. Suite KDunedin , FL 34698(800) 825-5736 (in FL)(727) [email protected]://www.fndfl.org/programs/popin-parents-of-the-panhandle-information-network.aspx


Independent LivingTo find the contact information for the Statewide

Independent LivingTo find the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:

Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0034 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Florida2010 Mizell Avenue Winterpark , FL 32792(407) [email protected]://www.fl.easterseals.com

Florida Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, Inc.2475 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 205Tallahassee , FL , 32301-4946(850) [email protected]://www.floridaarf.org

VSA FloridaUniversity of South FloridaCollege of ED/Sp. ED/VSA Florida4202 E. Fowler Ave, STOP EDU 105Tampa , FL 33620(813) [email protected]://www.vsafl.org

GeorgiaState Agencies

ADA CenterSoutheast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NEAtlanta , GA 30324(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adasoutheast.org

Assistive TechnologyGeorgia Department of LaborVocational Rehabilitation ProgramTools for Life, Georgia Assistive Technology Act Program1700 Century Circle, Suite 300Atlanta , GA 30345(800) 497-8665(404) 638-0390(404) 486-6333 (TTY)[email protected]://www.gatfl.org

Brain and Spinal InjuriesBrain and Spinal Injury Trust Fund Commission2 Peachtree Street NW, 26.426Atlanta , GA 30303(888) 233-5760(404) [email protected]://www.bsitf.state.ga.us

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)PeachCare for KidsP.O. Box 2583Atlanta , GA 30301-2583(877) 427-3224http://www.peachcare.org

D D CouncilGeorgia Council On Developmental Disabilities2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 26th Floor

Deaf-BlindGeorgia Sensory Assistance ProjectGeorgia State University

Atlanta , GA 30303(888) 275-4233(404) 657-2126(404) 657-2133 (TDD)[email protected]://www.gcdd.org

Department of Educational Psychology and Special Education (EPSE)P.O. Box 3979Atlanta , GA 30302-3979(800) 597-2356 (V/TTY)(404) [email protected]://education.gsu.edu/georgiadeafblindproj

Developmental DisabilitiesOffice of Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities and Addictive DiseasesDepartment of Human Resources2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 22.108Atlanta , GA 30303-3142(404) [email protected]://mhddad.dhr.georgia.gov/

Early InterventionBabies Can’t Wait Program/Children And Youth with Special NeedsDivision of Public HealthDepartment of Human Resources2 Peachtree Street, 11.217Atlanta , GA 30303-3186(800) 229-2038(404) [email protected]://www.health.state.ga.us/programs/bcw

Early Intervention & Preschool, DisabilitiesBright from the StartGeorgia Department of Early Care and Learning10 Park Place SouthAtlanta , GA , 30303(404) 656-5957http://decal.ga.gov/

MediationDivision for Exceptional StudentsGeorgia Department of Education1870 Twin Towers EastAtlanta , GA , 30334-9048(404) 656-3963http://www.gadoe.org

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities and Addictive DiseasesDepartment of Human Resources2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 22.224Atlanta , GA 30303-3142(404) [email protected]://www.mhddad.dhr.georgia.gov

Mental Health – YouthDepartment of Human ResourcesDivision of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Addictive Diseases2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 23.420Atlanta , GA 30303-3171(404) [email protected]://mhddad.dhr.georgia.gov/portal/site/DHR-MHDDAD/

Preschool, DisabilitiesDivision for Special Education Services and SupportsOffice of Standards, Instruction, and AssessmentGeorgia Department of Education1870 Twin Towers East205 Jesse Hill Jr drive, SEAtlanta , GA 30334-5060(404) [email protected]://www.gadoe.org

Protection & AdvocacyGeorgia Advocacy OfficeOne Decatur Town Center150 E. Ponce de Leon Avenue, Suite 430Decatur , GA 30030(800) 537-2329(404) 885-1234 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.thegao.org

Relay Services (800) 255-0135 (V)(800) 255-0056 (TTY); , 711 (TTY)(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)

Special EducationDivision for Exceptional StudentsGeorgia Department of Education1870 Twin Towers EastAtlanta , GA 30334-9048(404) 656-3963http://www.gadoe.org

Special Format LibraryGeorgia Library for Accessible Services1150 Murphy Avenue, S.W.Atlanta , GA 30310(800) 248-6701(404) 756-4619

Special Health Care NeedsOffice of Children with Special NeedsDepartment of Human ResourcesDivision of Public HealthFamily Health Branch2 Peachtree Street, N.W., 11-227

[email protected]; [email protected]://www.georgialibraries.org

Atlanta , GA 30303(888) 651-8224(404) 657-2726http://www.health.state.ga.us/programs

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.georgia.gov

Transition ServicesContact Vocational Rehabilitation Agency.

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesVocational Education Special Needs UnitGeorgia Department of Education1752 Twin Towers EastAtlanta , GA 30334(404) [email protected]

Vocational RehabilitationVocational Rehabilitation ProgramGeorgia Department of Labor1700 Century Circle, Suite 300Atlanta , GA 30345-3020(404) [email protected]://www.vocrehabga.org





AutismAutism Society of Greater GeorgiaPO Box 3707Suwanee , GA 30024(770) [email protected]://www.asaga.com

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Georgia/Brain Injury Resource Foundation1441 Clifton Road, NE #114-A Atlanta , GA [email protected]://www.birf.info

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Georgia, Inc.3300 Northeast Expressway, Building #9Atlanta , GA 30341(770) [email protected]://www.ucpga.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Georgia6065 Roswell Road, NE, Suite 515 Atlanta , GA 30328(800) 527-7105 (In GA)

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Georgia2566 Shallowford Road, Suite 104, PMB 353Atlanta , GA 30345(404) 303-7774

(404) [email protected]://www.epilepsyga.org

[email protected]://www.ldag.org

Mental HealthNational Mental Health Association of Georgia100 Edgewood Avenue, N.E., Suite 502Atlanta , GA 30303(404) [email protected]://www.nmhag.org

Mental HealthNAMI-Georgia, National Alliance on Mental Illness3050 Presidential Drive, Suite 202 Atlanta , GA , 30340(800) 728-1052(770) [email protected]://www.namiga.org

Mental HealthGeorgia Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health1381 Metropolitan Parkway Atlanta , GA 30310(800) 832-8645(404) [email protected]://www.gpsn.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of Georgia2460 LeHaven DriveTucker , GA 30084(770) 256-2988http://www.familyvoices.org

Speech, Language, and HearingGeorgia Speech-Language-Hearing Association20423 State Road 7, Suite F6-491Boca Raton , FL 33498(800) [email protected]://www.gsha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Georgia Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.114 Baker Street, N.E. Atlanta , GA 30308-3366(404) [email protected]://www.georgiapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent to Parent of Georgia, Inc.3070 Presidential Parkway, Suite 130Atlanta , GA 30340(800) 229-2038(770) [email protected]://www.p2pga.org

Parent-to-ParentParent to Parent of Georgia3070 Presidential Parkway, Suite 130Atlanta , GA 30340(770) [email protected]://www.p2pga.org


Independent LivingStatewide Independent Living Council of Georgia, Inc.755 Commerce Drive, Suite 415 Decatur , GA 30030(888) 288-9780(770) 270-6860(770) 270-5671

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC , 20036(202) 207-0334 (V);(202) 207-0340 (TTY)

[email protected]://www.silcga.org

[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals North Georgia1200 Lake Hearn Drive, Suite 250 Atlanta , GA 30319(404) [email protected]

Easter Seals Southern Georgia1906 Palmyra Road Albany , GA 31701(229) [email protected]://www.southerngeorgia.easterseals.com

Georgia Children’s Network (GCN)1105 Rock Pointe LookWoodstock , GA 30188(770) [email protected]://groups.yahoo.com/group/GA-ChildrensNetwork

Fragile Kids Foundation3350 Riverwood Parkway, Suite 1400 Atlanta , GA 30339(770) [email protected]://fragilekids-org.doodlekit.com/home

VSA arts of GeorgiaHealey Building57 Forsyth Street, N.W., Suite R1Atlanta , GA , 30303(404) 221-1270, ext. 207http://www.vsaartsga.org

(for the development and special needs of the extremely premature infant)Emory-Children’s Center2015 Uppergate DriveAtlanta , GA , 30322

http://www.emoryhealthcare.org/departments/childcenter/neo_natal.html

GuamState Agencies

Assistive TechnologyGuam System for Assistive TechnologyUniversity Center for Excellence – Developmental DisabilitiesUniversity of Guam, UOG StationMangilao , GU 96923(671) 735-2490/3(671) 735-2491 (TTY)[email protected]

Child Find/Parent Services Ages 3 through 21Division of Special EducationGuam Public School SystemP.O. Box DEHagatña , GU 96932(671) 475-0575/0563(671) 475-0550 (TTY)[email protected]

D D CouncilGuam Developmental Disabilities Council130 University Drive, Suite 17Mangilao , GU 96913(671) 735-9127(671) 735-9130 (TTY)(671) 734-9121 (Fax)[email protected]://www.guamddc.com

Early InterventionGuam Early Intervention SystemsDivision of Special EducationGuam Public School SystemP.O. Box DEHagatna , GU 96932(671) 735-2414(671) 475-0550 (TTY)

HealthDepartment of Public Health and Social ServicesGovernment of GuamP.O. Box 2816Hagatña , GU 96932(671) 735-7116/7128http://www.dphss.govguam.net/index.htm

MediationGuam Public School SystemDivision of Special EducationP.O. Box DEHagatña , GU 96932(671) 475-0692(671) 475-0690

(671) 475-0550 (TTY)[email protected]

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health and Substance Abuse790 Governor Carlos G. Camacho RoadTamuning , GU 96911(671) 647-5330(671) [email protected]

Mental Health – YouthContact Mental Health Agency.

Preschool, DisabilitiesPre-School and Elementary School ProgramsDivision of Special EducationGuam Public School SystemP.O. Box DEHagatña , GU 96932(671) 475-0575/0563(671) 475-0550 (TTY)[email protected]

Protection & AdvocacyGuam Legal Services113 Bradley PlaceHagatña , GU 96910(671) 477-9811(671) 477-3416 (TTY)[email protected]

Secondary School ProgramsSecondary School ProgramsDivision of Special EducationGuam Public School SystemP.O. Box DEHagatña , GU 96932(671) 475-0575, 0563

Special EducationDivision of Special EducationGuam Public School SystemP.O. Box DEHagatña , GU 96932(671) 475-0554/0549(671) 475-0550 (TTY)(671) 475-0562 (Fax)[email protected]

Special Education: Ages 11 through 21Secondary School ProgramsDivision of Special EducationGuam Public School SystemP.O. Box DEHagatña , GU 96932(671) 475-0575/0563(671) 475-0550 (TTY)[email protected]

Special Health Care NeedsDepartment of Public Health and Social ServicesGovernment of GuamP.O. Box 2816Hagatña , GU 96932(671) 735-7102(671) 734-7822 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dphss.govguam.net/index.htm

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.guam.gov/

UCEDDGuam Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, & ServiceOffice of Academic and Student AffairsUniversity of GuamUOG StationMangilao , GU 96923(671) 735-2481(671) 734-6531 (TTY)[email protected]://www.guamcedders.org

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesProject AIMStudent Support System-Education, Disability ServicesGuam Community CollegeGMF , GU 96921(671) 735-5584(671) [email protected]

Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities1313 Central AvenueTiyan , GU 96913(671) 475-4646/47(671) 477-9183 (TTY)


AutismAutism Society of Guam(671) 565-1336

AutismAutism Community Together(671) [email protected]


Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Guam’s Positive Parents Together, Inc.Suite 101-C, J& G Commercial Center138 E. Marine Corps. DriveHagatna , GU 96910(671) 477-7472Other Disability Organizations

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) for Guam, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

HawaiiState Agencies

ADA CenterPacific ADA Center555 12th Street, Suite 1030Oakland , CA 94607(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(510) 285-5600 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.adapacific.org

Assistive TechnologyAssistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii414 Kuwili Street, Suite 104Honolulu , HI 96817-5050(800) 645-3007(808) 532-7110 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.atrc.org

Assistive TechnologyAloha Special Technology Access Center, Inc. (Aloha STAC)710 Green StreetHonolulu , HI 96813(808) [email protected]://alohastac.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindHo’opono Services for the Blind, a branch of Hawaii’s Vocational Rehabilitation Division1901 Bachelot StreetHonolulu , HI 96817(808) [email protected]

Career & Technical EducationCareer and Technical Education

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)

University of HawaiiLower Campus Road, Lunalilo Portable 1Honolulu , HI 96822(808) [email protected]://www.hawaii.edu/cte

Med-QUEST DivisionP.O. Box 3490Honolulu , HI 96811-3490(808) 587-3521http://www.med-quest.us/

D D CouncilState Council on Developmental Disabilities919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Suite 113Honolulu , HI 96814(808) [email protected]://www.hiddc.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingDisability and Communication Access Board919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 101Honolulu , HI 96814-4920(866) 552-3572 – [email protected]://www.hawaii.gov/health/dcab/

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities DivisionHawaii State Department of Health1250 Punchbowl, #463P. O. Box 3378Honolulu , HI 96801(808) [email protected]

Early InterventionEarly Intervention SectionDepartment of Health1350 S. King Street, Suite 200Honolulu , HI ,96814(808) [email protected]://www.hawaii.gov/health/family-child-health/eis

MediationHawaii Department of EducationSpecial Education Section637 18th AvenueHonolulu , HI 96816(808) 733-4832http://doe.k12.hi.us

Mental HealthBehavioral Health AdministrationDepartment of Health1250 Punchbowl StreetHonolulu , HI 96813(808) [email protected]://www.hawaii.gov/health

Mental HealthAdult Mental Health Division1250 Punchbowl Street, Room 256 Honolulu , HI 96813(808) [email protected]://www.amhd.org

Mental Health – YouthChild and Adolescent Mental Health DivisionDepartment of Health3627 Kilauea Avenue, Suite 101 Honolulu , HI 96816(808) 733-9339http://www.hawaii.gov/health

Disability and Communication Access Board919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Room 101Honolulu , HI 96814-4920(808) 586-8121 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.hawaii.gov/health/dcab

Preschool, DisabilitiesSpecial EducationOffice of Curriculum Instruction and Student SupportSpecial Education Services BranchStudent Support & Special Education Sections637 18th Avenue, Building CHonolulu , HI 96816(808) [email protected]

Protection & AdvocacyHawaii Disability Rights Center1132 Bishop Street, Suite 2102 Honolulu , HI , 96813(808) 949-2922 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.HawaiiDisabilityRights.org


Special Education Special Format Library

Services BranchHawaii Department of Education637 18th Avenue, Room C-101BHonolulu , HI 96816(808) [email protected]://www.doe.k12.hi.us

Hawaii State Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped402 Kapahulu Avenue Honolulu , HI 96815(800) 559-4096(808) 733-8444(808) 733-8444 (TTY)[email protected]://www.librarieshawaii.org/locations/oahu/lbph.htm

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health Needs BranchDepartment of Health741 Sunset AvenueHonolulu , HI , 96816(800) 235-5477 (HKISS) Neighbor Islands(808) 733-9070(808) 594-0066 Hawaii Keiki Information [email protected]://hawaii.gov/health/family-child-health/cshcn/index.html

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.hawaii.gov/portal/

Transition ServicesSpecial Education Section, Student Support Services BranchHawaii Department of Education637 18th Avenue, Room C-102Honolulu , HI , 96816(808) [email protected]://sssb.k12.hi.us/

UCEDDPacific Basin ProgramUniversity of Hawaii, Center on Disability Studies1776 University Avenue, UA 4-6Honolulu , HI 96822(808) [email protected]://www.hawaii.edu/cds

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Human Services601 Kamokila Boulevard, Room 515 Kapolei , HI 96707(808) [email protected]



Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]

http://www.add.org

(CHADD)8181 Professional Place, Suite 150Landover , MD 20785(800) 233-4050(301) 306-7070http://www.chadd.org

AutismAutism Society of Hawaii1600 Kapiolani Blvd #620Honolulu , HI 96814(808) 394-7320(808) [email protected]://www.autismhi.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Hawaii2201 Waimano Home Road, Hale F Pearl City , HI , 96782(808) [email protected]

Deaf/Hard of HearingHawaii Services on Deafness1833 Kalakaua Avenue, Suite 905Honolulu , HI , 96815(808) 946-7300 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.hsod.org

Cerebral Palsy2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: HawaiiUnited Cerebral Palsy Association of Hawaii414 Kuwili Street, Suite 105Honolulu , HI 96817(808) [email protected]://www.ucpahi.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingKapiolani Deaf Center and Gallaudet University Regional Center4303 Diamond Head RoadManono Building #102 Honolulu , HI 96816(808) 734-9210 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.kcc.hawaii.edu

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Hawaii501 Sumner Street, PH4Honolulu , HI , 96817-5003(808) [email protected]://www.hawaiiepilepsy.com/efh

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc in Hawaii3989 Diamond Head RoadHonolulu , HI , 96816(808) [email protected]://www.thearcinhawaii.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Hawaii200 N. Vineyard Boulevard, Suite 310 Honolulu , HI 96817(800) 533-9684 (in HI)(808) 536-9684 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.ldahawaii.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in Hawaii1124 Fort Street Mall #205 Honolulu , HI 96813(808) [email protected]://www.mentalhealth-hi.org

Mental HealthNAMI Hawaii, National Alliance on Mental Illness770 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 613

Mental HealthHawaii Families as Allies, Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health99-209 Moanalua Road, Suite 305

Honolulu , HI 96813(808) [email protected]

Aiea , HI 96701(866) 361-8825(808) [email protected]://hfaa.net

Speech, Language, and HearingHawaii Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 235888Honolulu , HI 96823(808) [email protected]://www.hsha.org


Other Parent OrganizationSpecial Parent Information Network (SPIN)919 Ala Moana Boulevard, Suite 101Honolulu , Hawaii 96814(808) 586-8126 (V/TTY)[email protected] http://www.spinhawaii.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Hawaii State Parent Teacher Student AssociationP.O. Box 22878Honolulu , HI 96823-2878(808) [email protected]://www.hawaiiptsa.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Hawaii Parent Training and Information CenterLearning Disabilities Association of Hawaii245 N. Kukui St., Ste 205Honolulu , HI 96817(800) 533-9684 (in HI)(808) 536-9684 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ldahawaii.org

Partners in PolicymakingHawaii Council on Developmental Disabilities54 High Street, 3rd Floor Wailuku, Maui, , HI 96793(808) [email protected]://www.hiddc.org



Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC , 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]

http://www.ncil.orgEaster Seals Hawaii710 Green StreetHonolulu , HI 96813(888) 241-7450(808) 536-1015 (V/TTY)http://www.eastersealshawaii.org

VSA arts of Hawaii-PacificUniversity of Hawaii Department of EducationWaianae , HI , 96792(808) [email protected]

http://vsartshawaiipacific.org

IdahoState Organizations

ADA CenterNorthwest ADA CenterCenter for Continuing Education in RehabilitationUniversity of Washington6912 220th St SW, #105Mountlake Terrace , WA 98043(425) 248-2480 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.nwadacenter.org

Assistive TechnologyIdaho Assistive Technology Project129 W. Third StreetMoscow , ID 83843(208) 885-3557(800) 432-8324 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.idahoat.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsCommission for the Blind and Visually Impaired341 W. Washington StreetP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID 83702-0012(208) 334-3220(800) [email protected]://www.icbvi.state.id.us

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)2-1-1 Idaho CareLineIdaho Department of Health and WelfareP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID 83720-0026(800) 926-2588; or dial [email protected]://www.idahocareline.orgwww.211Idaho.com

D D CouncilIdaho Council on Developmental Disabilities700 W. State St.Boise , ID 83702(208) [email protected]://www.icdd.idaho.gov

Deaf-BlindIdaho Project for Children and Youth with Deaf-BlindnessUniversity of IdahoCenter on Disabilities and Human Development322 E. Front Street, Suite 440Boise , ID 83702(208) [email protected]://www.idahocdhd.org/

Deaf-BlindIdaho Educational Services for the Deaf and the Blind1450 Main StreetGooding , ID 83330(208) 934-4457 (V; TTY)[email protected]://www.iesdb.org/

Deaf/Hard of HearingIdaho Council for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing1720 Westgate Drive, Suite ABoise , ID 83704(208) 334-0879 (V)(208) 334-0803 (TTY)(800) 433-1323 (Voice — in ID only)(800) 433-1361 (TTY — in ID only)[email protected]://www.cdhh.idaho.gov

Developmental Disabilities Early Intervention

Division of Family and Community ServicesDepartment of Health and WelfareP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID , 83720-0036(208) [email protected]://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov

Children’s Developmental ServicesFamily and Community ServicesDepartment of Health and WelfareP.O. Box 83720450 W. State Street, 5th Floor Boise , ID , 83720-0036(208) 334-5514(800) [email protected]://www.infanttoddler.idaho.gov

MediationBureau of Special Population ServicesIdaho State Department of Education650 W. State StreetP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID 83720-0027(208) [email protected]://www.sde.state.id.us/specialed

Mental HealthAdult and Children’s Mental Health ProgramsDivision of Family and Community ServicesDepartment of Health and WelfareP.O. Box 83720-5th FloorBoise , ID 83720-0036(208) 334-0969http://www2.state.id.us/dhw/mentalhealth/

Mental Health – YouthChildren’s Mental HealthDivision of Behavioral HealthDepartment of Health and WelfareP.O. Box 83720-3rd FloorBoise , ID , 83720-0036(208) [email protected]://www.healthandwelfare.idaho.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesBureau of Special Population ServicesIdaho Department of EducationP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID , 83720-0027(208) 332-6800http://www.sde.idaho.gov/specialed/

Protection & AdvocacyDisAbility Rights Idaho4477 Emerald Street, Suite B-100Boise , ID 83706-2066(208) 336-5353 (V/TTY)(866) [email protected]://www.disabilityrightsidaho.org

Relay Services (800) 377-1363 (V)(800) 377-3529 (TTY/ASCII); 711 (TTY)(888) 791-3004 (Speech to Speech)(866) 252-0684 (Spanish)

Special EducationBureau of Special Population ServicesIdaho Department of EducationP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID 83720-0027(208) 332-6800http://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/special_edu/

Special Format Library (for individuals with visual and/or physical disabilities)Idaho Commission for Libraries325 W. State StreetBoise , ID 83702(208) [email protected]://libraries.idaho.gov/tbs

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Special Health ProgramBureau of Clinical and Preventive ServicesIdaho Department of Health and WelfareP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID 83720-0036(208) [email protected]://www.cshp.dhw.idaho.gov

State Division of Professional-Technical EducationState Division of Professional Technical EducationP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID 83720-0095(208) [email protected]://www.pte.idaho.gov


Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.idaho.gov/

Special EducationIdaho Department of Education650 W. State StreetP.O. Box 83720 Boise , ID 83720 [email protected]://www.sde.idaho.gov/site/special_edu/

UCEDDIdaho Center on Disabilities and Human DevelopmentUniversity of IdahoCollege of Education121 W Sweet Avenue Moscow , ID , 83843(208) 885-6000(800) 393-7290(800) 432-8324 (TTY)[email protected]://www.idahocdhd.org

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationP.O. Box 83720Boise , ID 83720-0096(208) 334-3390 (V/TTY)http://www.vr.idaho.gov



Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)8181 Professional Place, Suite 150Landover , MD , 20785(301) 306-7070(800) 233-4050http://www.chadd.org

Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE , 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of America, Treasure Valley ChapterPO Box 44831Boise , ID 83711(208) [email protected]://www.asatvc.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of IdahoP.O. Box 414Boise , ID 83701-0414(208) 342-0999; (888) 374-3447 (In ID)[email protected]://www.biaid.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Idaho310 W. IdahoBoise , ID, 83702(208) 344-4340(800) 237-6676 (In ID)[email protected]://www.epilepsyidaho.org

Learning Disabilities9797 N. Circle DriveHayden , ID , 83835-9503

Mental HealthNAMI-Idaho, National Alliance on Mental Illness

(208) [email protected]

P.O. Box 68Albion , ID , 83311(208) 673-6672(800) [email protected]://www.nami.org/sites/NAMIIDAHO

Mental HealthMountain States Group/Mental HealthOffice of Consumer Affairs1607 W. JeffersonBoise , ID , 83702(208) 336-5533, ext. [email protected]://www.mtnstatesgroup.org

Speech, Language, and HearingIdaho Speech, Language, Hearing Association (ISHA)P.O. Box 603Mountain Home , ID , 83647(208) 599-2536http://www.idahosha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Idaho PTA500 W. WashingtonBoise , ID 83702-5965(208) 344-0851(208) [email protected]://www.idahopta.net

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Idaho Parents Unlimited, Inc. (IPUL)500 S 8th St.Boise , ID 83702(208) 342-5884 (V/TTY)(800) 242-4785 (in ID only)[email protected]://ipulidaho.org

Partners in PolicymakingIdaho Council on Developmental Disabilities802 W. Bannock, Suite 308Boise , ID 83702-5840(208) 334-2178(800) [email protected]://www.icdd.idaho.govwww.idahocdhd.org/idahopartners



Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 ([email protected]://www.ncil.org

Summit Assistance Dogs7575 Chestnut LaneAnacortes , WA 98221(360) [email protected]://www.summitdogs.org/

VSA arts of Idaho1878 West Overland RoadBoise , ID 83709(208) [email protected]

Washington State Fathers Network16120 N.E. 8th StreetBellevue , WA 98008(425) 747-4004, ext. 4286(800) 833-6388

Idaho Center for Assistive Technology5420 W. Franklin Road, Suite ABoise , ID , 83705(888) 289-3259(208) 377-8070

[email protected]://www.fathersnetwork.org

[email protected]://idahocat.org

Illinois

State Agencies

ADA CenterGreat Lakes ADA CenterUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoInstitute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405Chicago , IL 60608(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(312) 413-1407 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adagreatlakes.org

Assistive TechnologyIllinois Assistive Technology Program1 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 100Springfield , IL 62701(800) 852-5110 (V/TTY, in IL only)(217) 522-7985 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.iltech.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsBureau of the BlindOffice of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Human Services100 W. Randolph Street, Suite 5-300Chicago , IL 60601(312) 814-3323http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29974

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Illinois All KidsIllinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services201 S. Grand Avenue EastSpringfield , IL 62763-0002(800) [email protected]://www.allkids.com

D D CouncilIllinois Council on Developmental Disabilities830 S. Spring StreetSpringfield , IL 62704(217) 782-9696 (V/TTY)http://www.state.il.us/agency/icdd/

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindServices for Persons who are Deaf or Hard of HearingDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Human Services100 W. Randolph Street, Suite 5-300Chicago , IL 60601(312) 814-2939(312) 814-3040http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29975

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Human Services319 E. Madison, Suite 4NSpringfield , IL 62701(217) 524-7065http://www.state.il.us/agency/dhs

Early InterventionBureau of Early InterventionDepartment of Human Services222 S. College, 2nd FloorSpringfield , IL 62704(800) 323-4769 (in IL only)(217) [email protected]://www.dhs.state.il.us/ei

MediationIllinois State Board of EducationDivision of Special Education Services100 N. First Street, N-253Springfield , IL 62777(217) [email protected]://www.isbe.net/spec-ed

Mental HealthDivision of Mental HealthDepartment of Human Services160 N. LaSalle, 10th FloorChicago , IL 60601(800) 843-6154 (Hotline)(217) 785-6023(800) 447-6404 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dhs.state.il.us/mhdd/mh

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Mental Health

Preschool, DisabilitiesDivision of Early Childhood Education

Department of Human Services160 N. LaSalle, 10th FloorChicago , IL 60601(800) 843-6154 (Hotline)(217) 785-6023(800) 447-6404 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dhs.state.il.us/mhdd/mh

100 N. First Street, C-428Springfield , IL 62777-0001(217) [email protected]://www.isbe.net

Protection & AdvocacyEquip for Equality, Inc.20 N. Michigan, Suite 300Chicago , IL 60602(800) 537-2632 (V)(312) 341-0022 (V)(800) 610-2779 (TTY)[email protected]://www.equipforequality.org

Protection & AdvocacyFor a listing of resource centers that provide legal or advocacy services at no or low cost, visit:http://www.isbe.net/spec-ed/pdfs/advocacy_resources.pdf


Special EducationIllinois State Board of Education100 N. First Street, N-243Springfield , IL 62777-0001(217) [email protected]://www.isbe.net/spec-ed/

Special Format LibraryIllinois State LibraryTalking Book and Braille Service401 E. WashingtonSpringfield , IL 62701(800) 665-5576 ext. 5 (in IL)(217) 782-9435(888) 261-5280 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilbph.org

Special Health Care NeedsDivision of Specialized Care for ChildrenUniversity of Illinois at Chicago3135 Old Jacksonville RoadSpringfield , IL 62704-6488(217) 558-2350http://www.uic.edu/hsc/dscc/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.il.us/

Technical Support to SchoolsOn inclusionProject CHOICES1590 S. Fairfield AvenueLombard , IL, 60148(630) [email protected]://www.projectchoices.org

Technical Support to SchoolsOn Positive Behavior Interventions and SupportsIllinois Statewide Technical Assistance CenterPBIS Network335 N. LaGrange Road, Suite 4LaGrange Park , IL 60526(708) [email protected]://www.pbisillinois.org

Transition ServicesIllinois State Board of Education10 Meadowlark LaneHighland , IL 62249(618) [email protected]@isbe.nethttp://www.isbe.state.il.us/spec-ed/html/total.htm

UCEDDInstitute on Disability and Human Development (M/C 626)Department of Disability and Human Development

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesIllinois State Board of Education100 N. First Street

University of Illinois at Chicago1640 W. Roosevelt RoadChicago , IL 60608(312) 413-8833(312) 413-0453 (TTY)[email protected]://www.idhd.org/

Springfield , IL 62777-0001(217) 782-4620http://www.isbe.net

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Human Services100 S. Grand Avenue, EastSpringfield , IL , 62762(800) 843-6154 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.dhs.state.il.us/ors/Disability Specific Organization


Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CH.A.D.D)8181 Professional Place, Suite 150Landover , MD 20785(800) 233-4050(301) 306-7070http://www.chadd.org


AutismAutism Society of Illinois2200 S. Main Street, Suite 205Lombard , IL , 60148-5366(888) 691-1270(630) [email protected]://www.autismillinois.org

AutismIllinois Autism Training and Technical Assistance Project550 Quail Ridge Dr.Westmont , IL , 60559(630) [email protected]://www.illinoisautismproject.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind Information Center11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY , 10001(800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of IllinoisP.O. Box 64420Chicago , IL , 60664-0420(800) 699-6443(312) [email protected]://www.biail.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Illinois310 E. AdamsSpringfield , IL 62701(217) [email protected]://www.ucpillinois.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Resource Center(serving central Illinois)232 Brun LaneSpringfield , IL 62702(800) 800-6401217) 726-1839 (V/TTY)[email protected]

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Illinois

17 N. State, Suite 1300Chicago , IL 60602(800) 273-6027(312) 939-8622(312) 628-4770(TTY)[email protected]://www.epilepsychicago.org

18207-A Dixie HighwayHomewood , IL 60430(708) [email protected]://www.thearcofil.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Illinois10101 S. Roberts Road, Suite 205Palos Hills , IL 60465(708) [email protected]://www.ldail.com

Learning DisabilitiesIllinois Branch of the International Dyslexia Association751 Roosevelt Road, Suite 116Glen Ellyn , IL 60137(630) [email protected]://www.readibida.org

Mental HealthMental Health America of Illinois70 East Lake Street, Suite 900Chicago , IL 60601(312) [email protected]://www.mhai.org

Mental HealthNAMI Illinois, National Alliance on Mental Illness218 W. LawrenceSpringfield , IL 62704(800) 346-4572(217) [email protected]://il.nami.orgil.nami.org

Speech, Language, and HearingIllinois Speech-Language-Hearing Association35 East Wacker Dr., Suite 850Chicago , IL 60601-2106(312) [email protected]://www.ishail.org


Community Parent Resource CenterAAROW425 Prospect AvenueSuite 100Glen Ellyn , IL 60137(847) [email protected]://www.empoweringfamilies.info/AAROW.htm

Other Parent OrganizationFamily Support Network of Illinois5739 W. Martindale LanePeoria , IL 61615-9669(309) [email protected]://www.familysupportnetwork.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Illinois Congress of Parents and Teachers901 S. Spring StreetSpringfield , IL 62704-2790(800) 877-9617(217) [email protected]://www.illinoispta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Family Resource Center on Disabilities20 E. Jackson Boulevard, Room 300Chicago , IL 60604(800) 952-4199 (In IL)(312) 939-3513 (V)(312) 939-3519 (TDD)[email protected]://www.frcd.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Family MattersParent Training and Information Center1901 S. 4th Street, Suite 209Effingham , IL 62401(866) 436-7842(217) 347-5428 (V/TTY)[email protected]; [email protected]://www.fmptic.org

Parent-To-ParentFamily Resource Center on Disabilities20 E. Jackson Boulevard, Suite 300Chicago , IL 60604(800) 952-4199 (In IL)(312) [email protected]://www.frcd.org



Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Pathways Awareness150 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 2100Chicago , IL 60601(800) 955-2445(800) 326-8154 (TTY)[email protected]://www.pathways.org

Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities (ISAC)Illinois State Board of Education100 N. First Street, N-243Springfield , IL 62777-0001(217) [email protected]://www.isbe.net/spec-ed/html/isac.htm

IndianaState Organizations


Assistive TechnologyAttain5333 Commerce Square Drive, Suite GIndianapolis , IN 46237(800) 528-8246 (in IN)(317) [email protected]://www.attaininc.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsBlind and Visually Impaired ServicesIndiana Family and Social Services AdministrationDivision of Disability and Rehabilitative Services402 W. Washington Street, Room W-453P. O. Box 7083Indianapolis , IN 46207-7083(877) 241-8144(317) [email protected]://www.in.gov/fssa/disability/services/blind/

Career & Technical EducationDepartment of Career and Technical Education10 N. Senate Avenue, Room 212Indianapolis , IN 46204-2277(317) [email protected]://www.state.IN.us/dwd/2846.htm

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)

D D CouncilGovernor’s Council for People with

Hoosier HealthwiseChildren’s Health Insurance ProgramIndiana Family and Social Services Administration402 W. Washington Street, Room 382, MS07Indianapolis , IN 46204-2739(800) 889-9949http://www.in.gov/fssa/programs/chip

Disabilities150 W. Market Street, Suite 628 Indianapolis , IN 46204(317) 232-7770(317) 232-7771 (TTY)[email protected]://www.IN.gov/gpcpd/

Deaf-BlindIndiana Deafblind Services ProjectCollege of Education 502Indiana State UniversityTerre Haute , IN , 47809(800) 622-3035(812) [email protected]://www.indstate.edu/soe/blumberg/Deafblind.html

Deaf/Hard of HearingIndiana Deaf and Hard of Hearing ServicesIndiana Family and Social Services AdministrationDivision of Disability and Rehabilitative Services402 W. Washington Street , Room W-453P.O. Box 7083 Indianapolis , IN , 46207-7083(800) 962-8408 (V/TTY in IN only)(317) 232-1143 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.IN.gov/fssa/dhhs

Developmental DisabilitiesBureau of Developmental Disabilities ServicesP.O. Box 7083Indianapolis , IN 46207-7083(800) 545-7763(317) [email protected]://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/index.htm

Early InterventionIndiana Family and Social Services AdministrationDivision of Disability and Rehabilitative ServicesBureau of Child Development Services (BCDS)402 W. Washington Street, Room W-386Indianapolis , IN 46204(800) 441-7837 (in IN)(317) [email protected]://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/2633.htm

MCH-LEND (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities)Riley Child Development Center (RCDC)Indiana University School of MedicineJames Whitcomb Riley Hospital for Children702 Barnhill Drive, Room 5837Indianapolis , IN 46202-5225(317) [email protected]://www.child-dev.com

MediationIndiana Department of EducationCenter for Exceptional Learners151 W. Ohio StreetIndianapolis , IN 46204(317) [email protected]://www.doe.in.gov/exceptional

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health and AddictionFamily and Social Services Administration402 W. Washington Street, Room W353Indianapolis , IN 46204-2739(317) [email protected]://www.IN.gov/fssa

Mental Health – YouthChildren’s Services BureauDivision of Mental Health and AddictionFamily and Social Services Administration402 W. Washington Street, Room W353Indianapolis , IN 46204-2772(317) [email protected]://www.IN.gov/fssa

Preschool, DisabilitiesCenter for Exceptional LearnersIndiana Department of EducationIndianapolis , IN 46204(317) [email protected]://www.doe.state.in.us/exceptional/speced

Protection & AdvocacyIndiana Protection and Advocacy Services4701 N. Keystone Ave, Suite 222Indianapolis , IN 46204(800) 622-4845 (V/TTY)(317) 722-5555 (V/TTY)[email protected]

http://www.in.gov/ipasRelay Services (800) 743-3333 (V)(800) 743-3333 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 743-8231 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationIndiana Department of EducationDivision of Exceptional LearnersRoom 229, State HouseIndianapolis , IN , 46204-2798(317) [email protected]://www.doe.in.gov/specialed

Special Format LibraryIndiana State LibraryTalking Books140 N. Senate Avenue Indianapolis , IN 46204(800) 622-4970(317) 232-3684(317) 232-7763 (TTY)[email protected]://www.library.in.gov

Special Health Care NeedsMaternal & Children’s Special Health Care Services DivisionIndiana State Department of Health2 N. Meridian Street, Suite 7BIndianapolis , IN 46204(800) 475-1355(317) 233-1351http://www.in.gov/isdh/19571.htm

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.in.gov

Transition ServicesCenter on Community Living and CareersIndiana Institute on Disability and CommunityUniversity Center for ExcellenceIndiana University2853 E. Tenth StreetBloomington , IN 47408(812) [email protected]://www.iidc.indiana.edu/

UCEDDIndiana Institute on Disability and CommunityIndiana University2853 E. Tenth StreetBloomington , IN 47408-2696(812) 855-6508(812) 855-9396 (TTY)[email protected]://www.iidc.indiana.edu

Vocational RehabilitationBureau of Rehabilitation ServicesIndiana Family and Social Services AdministrationDivision of Disability and Rehabilitative Services402 W. Washington Street, Room W453P.O. Box 7083Indianapolis , IN 46207-7083(800) 545-7763(317) [email protected]://www.IN.gov/fssa/





Autism Autism

Autism Society of Indiana13295 Illinois St, Suite 110Carmel , IN 46032(317) 658-2973(800) [email protected]://www.inautism.org

Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA)Indiana Institute on Disability and CommunityIndiana’s University Center for Excellence on DisabilitiesIndiana University2853 E. 10th Street Bloomington , IN 47408-2696(812) 855-6508(812) 855-9396 (TTY)[email protected]://www.iidc.indiana.edu/irca


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Indiana9531 Valparaiso Court, Suite A Indianapolis , IN 46268(866) 854-4246(317) [email protected]://www.biausa.org/Indiana/

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Indiana, Inc.6100 N. Keystone Avenue, Suite 254Indianapolis , IN 46220(800) 723-7620(317) [email protected]://www.ucpaindy.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Indiana3901 W. 86th Street, Suite 380 Indianapolis , IN 46268(800) 526-6618(317) [email protected]://indianaepilepsyfoundation.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Indiana107 N. Pennsylvania, Suite 300 Indianapolis , IN 46204(317) [email protected]://www.arcind.orgwww.TheArcLink.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Indiana1508 E. 86th Street, #275Indianapolis , IN 46240(800) 284-2519http://www.LDAofIndiana.org

Mental HealthMental Health America in Indiana University1431 N. Delaware StreetIndianapolis , IN 46202(800) 555-6424 (in IN only)(317) 638-3501http://www.mhai.net

Mental HealthNAMI Indiana, National Alliance on Mental IllnessP.O. Box 22697Indianapolis , IN 46222-0697(800) 677-6442(317) [email protected]://www.namiindiana.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices Indiana4060 W 400 SLebanon , IN 46052(317) 944-8982

Speech, Language, and HearingIndiana Speech-Language-Hearing Association, ISHA1829 Cunningham RoadP.O. Box 24167

[email protected]://www.fvindiana.org

Indianapolis , IN 46224(317) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.islha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Indiana Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.2525 N. Shadeland Avenue, D-4Indianapolis , IN 46219-1787(317) [email protected]://www.indianapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)IN*SOURCE1703 S. Ironwood DriveSouth Bend , IN 46613(800) 332-4433 (In IN)(574) 234-7101 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.insource.org

Parent-to-ParentP2P at About Special Kids, Inc.7172 Graham Road, Suite 100Indianapolis , IN 46250(317) 257-8683(800) [email protected]://www.aboutspecialkids.org

Partners in PolicymakingPartners in Policymakingc/o Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities150 W. Market Street, Suite 628Indianapolis , IN 46204(317) [email protected]://www.in.gov/gpcpd/


Independent Living4 – Other Disability OrganizationsState: IndianaTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V);(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org


Easter Seals Wayne/Union Counties1050 E. Main StreetP.O. Box 86Centerville , IN 47330-0086(765) [email protected]://eastersealswu.tripod.com

VSA arts of IndianaHarrison Centre for the Arts1505 N. Delaware Street Indianapolis , IN 46202(317) 974-4123(317) 974-4117 (TTY)[email protected]://www.vsai.org

Iowa

State Agencies

ADA CenterGreat Plains ADA Center100 Corporate Lake Drive

Assistive TechnologyIowa Program for Assistive TechnologyCenter for Disabilities and Development

Columbia , MO 65203(573) 882-3600 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adaproject.org

The University of Iowa100 Hawkins Drive, S295Iowa City , IA 52242-1011(800) 331-3027 (V)(319) 353-8777(877) 686-0032 (TTY)[email protected]://www.uiowa.edu/infotech/

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindIowa Department for the Blind524 Fourth StreetDes Moines , IA 50309-2364(515) 281-1333(515) 281-1355 (TTY)[email protected]://www.blind.state.ia.us

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)hawk-i ProgramP.O. Box 71336Des Moines , IA 50325-9958(800) 257-8563http://www.hawk-i.org/

D D CouncilGovernor’s Developmental Disabilities Council617 E. Second StreetDes Moines , IA 50309(515) [email protected]://www.state.ia.us/government/ddcouncil/

Deaf/Hard of HearingDeaf Services Commission of IowaIowa Department of Human RightsLucas State Office Building, 2nd Floor Des Moines , IA 50319(888) 221-3724 (V/TTY)(515) 281-3164 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.state.ia.us/government/dhr/ds/Webpages/NEW.JCP.htm

Early Intervention & Preschool, DisabilitiesBureau of Children, Family and Community ServicesIowa Department of EducationGrimes State Office Building Des Moines , IA 50319-0146(515) [email protected]://www.iowa.gov/educate

Early Intervention System, Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2Early ACCESS (IDEA, Part C)Bureau of Early ChildhoodIowa Department of EducationGrimes State Office Building, 3rd FloorDes Moines , IA 50319-0146(888) 425-4371 (inquiries/referrals to early intervention)(515) [email protected]://www.state.ia.us/earlyaccess

MediationDepartment of EducationBureau of Student and Family Support ServicesGrimes State Office Building Des Moines , IA 50319(515) [email protected]://www.state.ia.us/educate

Mental HealthState Mental Health Agency/State DD ProgramDivision of Mental Health and Disability ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesHoover State Office Building, 5th Floor1305 E. Walnut Street Des Moines , IA 50319-0114(515) [email protected]://www.dhs.state.ia.us

Mental Health – YouthState Mental Health Agency/State DD Program

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Iowa

Mental Health and Disabilities ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesHoover State Office Building, 5th Floor1305 E. Walnut Street Des Moines , IA 50319-0114(515) [email protected]://www.dhs.state.ia.us

400 East Court Ave, Suite 300Des Moines , IA 50309(800) 779-2502(515) 278-2502(866) 483-3342 (TTY)(515) 278-0571 (TTY)[email protected]://www.disabilityrightsiowa.org

Relay Services (800) 735-2943 (V)(800) 735-2942 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 735-1007 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationStudent and Family Support ServicesDepartment of EducationGrimes State Office BuildingDes Moines , IA 50319-0146(515) [email protected]://educateiowa.gov/

Special Format LibraryLibrary for the Blind and Physically HandicappedIowa Department for the Blind524 Fourth StreetDes Moines , IA 50309-2364(800) 362-2587(515) 281-1333(515) 281-1355 (TTY)[email protected]://www.blind.state.ia.us/library/

Special Health Care NeedsIowa Child Health Specialty ClinicsUniversity of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics200 Hawkins DriveIowa City , IA 52242-1011(800) 777-8442http://www.uihealthcare.com/chsc

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.iowa.gov/state/main/index.html

Transition ServicesTransition and Work ExperienceBureau of Family and Student Support ServicesIowa Department of EducationGrimes State Office Building400 E. 14th StreetDes Moines , IA 50319-0146(515) [email protected]://www.state.ia.us/educate/

UCEDDIowa’s University Center for Excellence on DisabilitiesCenter for Disabilities and Development100 Hawkins DriveIowa City , IA 52242(319) [email protected]://www.uihealthcare.org/UCEDD/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesDivision of Community Colleges and Workforce PreparationBureau of Community Colleges & Career and Technical EducationDepartment of EducationGrimes State Office BuildingDes Moines , IA 50319-0146(515) [email protected]://www.iowa.gov/educate/content/view/241/389/1/1

Vocational RehabilitationIowa Vocational Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Education510 E. 12th Street Des Moines , IA 50319(800) 532-1486

(515) [email protected]://www.ivrs.iowa.gov





Autism2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: IowaAutism Society of Iowa4549 Waterford DriveWest Des Moines , IA 50265(515) [email protected]://www.autism-society.org/iowa_chapter


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Alliance of Iowa7025 Hickman RoadSuite 7Urbandale , IA 50322(515) 274-9757 (phone/fax)(855) [email protected]://www.biaia.org

Cerebral PalsyThe Arc of Cedar Valley760 Ansborough AvenueP.O. Box 4090 Waterloo , IA 50704(319) [email protected]://www.cedarnet.org/arccv

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation North/Central Illinois, Iowa & Nebraska1111 Ninth Street, Suite 275Des Moines , IA 50314-2593(515) [email protected]://www.efncil.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Iowa3821 71st Street, Suite AUrbandale , IA 50322(800) 362-2927(515) [email protected]://www.thearcofiowa.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Iowa321 E. Sixth Street Des Moines , IA 50309(888) 690-5324(515) [email protected]://www.lda-ia.org

Mental HealthIowa Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health106 S. Booth Anamosa , IA 52205(888) 400-6302(319) [email protected]://www.iffcmh.org

Mental HealthNAMI IOWA, National Alliance on Mental Illness5911 Meredith Drive, Suite EDes Moines , IA 50322-1903(800) 417-0417(515) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.namiiowa.org

Special Health Care NeedsHealth Information Center of Iowa321 E. 6th StreetDes Moines , IA 50309(800) 450-8667(515) 243-1713(800) 735-2942 (Relay in IA)[email protected]://www.askresource.org

Speech, Language, and HearingIowa Speech-Language-Hearing Association525 S.W. Fifth Street, Suite A Des Moines , IA 50309-4501(515) [email protected]://www.isha.org

(515) [email protected]://www.spinabifidaia.com


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Iowa PTA5619 NW 86th Street, Suite 600Johnston , IA 50131(800) 475-4782(515) [email protected]

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Access For Special Kids Resource Center (ASK)5665 Greendale Rd, Ste DJohnston , IA 50131(800) 450-8667(515) [email protected]://www.askresource.org/theprojects/pti.html


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000 Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0340 (TTY)(202) 207-0334 (V)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals IowaP.O. Box 4002Des Moines , IA 50333-4002(515) 289-1933(515) 289-4069 (TTY)[email protected]://www.eastersealsia.org

Parent Educator ConnectionDepartment of EducationGrimes State Office BuildingDes Moines , IA 50319-0146(515) [email protected]

Iowa Compass: Information and ReferralCenter for Disabilities and DevelopmentThe University of Iowa100 Hawkins Drive #295

VSA arts of IowaDepartment of EducationGrimes State Office BuildingDes Moines , IA 50319-0146

Iowa City , IA 52242-1011(800) 779-2001(877) 686-0032 (TTY)[email protected]://www.iowacompass.org

(515) [email protected]://www.vsaarts.iowa.gov

Employment Rights for People with DisabilitiesDivision of Persons with DisabilitiesDepartment of Human RightsLucas State Office BuildingDes Moines , IA 50319(888) 219-0471 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.state.ia.us/government/dhr/pd/index.html

Kansas

State Agencies

ADA CenterGreat Plains ADA Center100 Corporate Lake DriveColumbia , MO , 65203(573) 882-3600 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adaproject.org

Assistive TechnologyAssistive Technology for Kansans Project2601 Gabriel AvenueP.O. Box 738Parsons , KS , 67357(620) 421-8367(800) [email protected]://atk.ku.edu/

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindThe Kansas State School for the Blind1100 State AvenueKansas City , Kansas 66102(913) 281-3308(800) 572-5463 (in KS)http://www.kssb.net

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Kansas HealthWaveP.O. Box 3599Topeka , KS 66601(800) 792-4884http://www.kansashealthwave.org

D D CouncilKansas Council on Developmental DisabilitiesDocking State Office Building, Room 141915 S.W. Harrison StreetTopeka , KS 66612-1570(785) [email protected]://www.kcdd.org

Deaf/Deaf-Blind/Hard of HearingKansas Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing915 S.W. Harrison Street, 9th Floor NorthTopeka , KS 66611(785) 368-8034 (V/TTY)(800) 368-8046 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.srskansas.org/rehab

Developmental DisabilitiesCommunity Supports and ServicesDisability and Behavioral Health ServicesDepartment of Social and Rehabilitation ServicesDocking State Office Building915 S.W. Harrison Street, 9th FloorTopeka , KS 66612-1570(785) [email protected]://www.srskansas.org/hcp/cssindex.htm

Early InterventionChildren’s Developmental ServicesKansas Department of Health and Environment1000 S.W. Jackson Street, Suite 220Topeka , KS 66612-1274(785) 296-6135(800) 332-6262 (in KS)[email protected]://www.kdhe.state.ks.us

Mediation Mental Health

Kansas State Department of EducationSpecial Education Services120 S.E. 10th AvenueTopeka , KS 66612-1182(785) [email protected]://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=101

Health Care Policy Division-Mental HealthDepartment of Social and Rehabilitation ServicesDocking State Office Building915 S.W. Harrison Street, 9th FloorTopeka , KS 66612-1570(913) [email protected]://www.srskansas.org/hcp/MHmain.htm

Mental Health – YouthIntegrated ServicesDepartment of Social and Rehabilitation ServicesDocking State Office Building915 S.W. Harrison Street, 10th FloorTopeka , KS 66612-1570(785) 296-7272http://www.srskansas.org/hcp

reschool, DisabilitiesSpecial Education ServicesKansas State Department of Education120 S.E. 10th AvenueTopeka , KS 66612-1182(785) 296-5352http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=101

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Center of Kansas635 SW Harrison Street, Suite 100Topeka , KS 66603(785) 273-9661(877) 776-1541 (in KS only)[email protected]://www.drckansas.org


Special EducationSpecial Education ServicesKansas State Department of Education120 S.E. 10th AvenueTopeka , KS 66612(785) 291-3097http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=101

Special Format LibraryKansas State Library Talking Book ServiceESU Memorial Union1200 Commercial, Box 4055Emporia , KS 66801-5087(620) 341-6280(800) [email protected]://www.kslib.info/talking/

Special Health Care NeedsServices for Children with Special Health Care NeedsDepartment of Health and Environment1000 S.W. Jackson Street, Suite 220Topeka , KS 66612-1274(785) 296-1316(800) 332-6262 (in KS)http://www.makeadifferenceks.org

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of stateagencies and information, including how to contact your governorand/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.kansas.gov/index.php

Transition ServicesSpecial Education ServicesKansas State Department of Education120 S.E. 10th AvenueTopeka , KS 66612(785) [email protected]://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=101

UCEDDKansas University Center on Developmental DisabilitiesUniversity of KansasSchiefelbusch Institute for Life Span Studies1052 Robert Dole Human Development Center Lawrence , KS 66045(785) 864-4295http://www.kucdd.org

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesAcademic and Technical EducationKansas State Department of Education120 S.E. 10th AvenueTopeka , KS , 66612(785) 296-3951http://www.ksde.org

Vocational RehabilitationKansas Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Social and Rehabilitation Services915 SW Harrison Street, Floor 9 NorthTopeka , KS , 66612(800) 432-0698(785) 368-7471(785) 368-7478 (TTY)[email protected]

http://www.srskansas.org/rehab


Attention Deficit Disorder To identify an ADD group in your state or locality, contact either:



AutismAutism Society of the HeartlandP.O. Box 860984Shawnee , KS 66286(913) 706-0042(913)406-9660 Csubmission formhttp://www.asaheartland.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas CityP.O. Box 413072Kansas City , MO 64141-3072(816) 842-8607(800) [email protected]://www.biaks.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Kansas5111 E. 21st StreetWichita , KS 67208(316) 688-1888(785) 266-2266 (Topeka)[email protected]://www.ucpofkansas.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Kansas and Western Missouri6550 Troost, Suite BKansas City , MO 64131-1272(816) 444-2800(800) [email protected]://www.efha.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesTARC2701 S.W. RandolphTopeka , KS 66611(785) [email protected]://www.tarcinc.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Kansas(785) [email protected]://www.ldakansas.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association of South Central Kansas555 N. Woodlawn, Suite 3105Wichita , KS 67208(316) 685-1821, ext. [email protected]://www.mhasck.org

Mental HealthNAMI Kansas, National Alliance on Mental Illness112 S.W. 6th, Suite 505P.O. Box 675Topeka , KS 66601(785) 233-0755(800) [email protected]://www.namikansas.org

Speech, Language, and HearingKansas Speech-Language-Hearing Association6001 Cherokee DriveFairway , KS 66205(913) 362-0015(800) [email protected]://www.ksha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Kansas Congress of Parents and Teachers715 S.W. 10th StreetTopeka , KS 66612-1686(785) [email protected]://www.ptasonline.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Families Together, Inc.3033 West Second, Suite 106Wichita , KS 67203(316) 945-7747; (888) 815-6364 (Wichita)(620) 276-6364; (888) 820-6364 (Garden City)(913) 287-1970; (877) 499-5369 (Kansas City)(785) 233-4777; (800) 264-6343 (Topeka)[email protected]://www.familiestogetherinc.org

Parent-to-ParentP2P at Families Together, Inc.501 SW Jackson, Suite 400Topeka , KS , 66603(785) 233-4777(800) [email protected]://www.familiestogetherinc.org

Partners in PolicymakingPartners in PolicymakingKansas Developmental Disabilities CouncilDocking State Office Building, Room 141915 S.W. Harrison StreetTopeka , KS , 66612-1570(785) [email protected]://www.kcdd.org




Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation of Kansas, Inc.School of Adaptive Computer Training5111 E. 21st Street NorthWichita , KS 67208(316) [email protected]://www.cprf.org

Goodwill Industries Easter Seals of Kansas, Inc.3636 North OliverP.O. Box 8169Wichita , KS 67208-0169(316) 744-9291http://goodwillkansas.easterseals.com

Kansas Commission on Disability ConcernsKansas Department of Commerce1000 S.W. Jackson, Suite 100Topeka , KS 66612(800) 295-5232(877) 340-5874 (TTY)http://www.kcdcinfo.com

Kansas Federation of the Council for Exceptional Children1920 N. 66ndKansas City , KS 66102(913) 288-4080agaitan@[email protected]

Accessible Arts, Inc.1100 State AvenueKansas City KS , 66102(913) [email protected]://www.accessiblearts.org

Special Olympics Kansas5280 Foxridge DriveMission , KS 66202(913) [email protected]://www.ksso.org

Kentucky

State Agencies

ADA CenterSoutheast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NEAtlanta , GA , 30324(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adasoutheast.org

Assistive TechnologyKentucky Assistive Technology Service (KATS) NetworkCharles McDowell Center8412 Westport Road Louisville , KY , 40242(800) 327-5287 (V/TTY, in KY)(502) 429-4484 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.katsnet.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsEducation and Workforce Development CabinetOffice for the BlindP.O. Box 757Frankfort , KY , 40602-0757(502) 564-4754(502) 564-2929 (TTY)[email protected]://blind.ky.gov

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsOutreach ServicesKentucky School for the Blind1867 Frankfort AvenueLouisville , KY , 40206(502) 897-1583, ext. 232(502) [email protected]://www.ksb.k12.ky.us

Career & Technical EducationPathways to Careers and Special ProgramsCapitol Plaza Tower, Room 2113500 Mero StreetFrankfort , KY 40601(502) [email protected]://www.education.ky.gov

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)KCHIPCabinet for Health and Family ServicesOffice of the Secretary275 E. Main StreetFrankfort , KY 40621(877) 524-4718(800) 662-5397 (Spanish)(800) 648-6056 (TTY)[email protected]://chfs.ky.gov/dms/KCHIP.htm

D D CouncilKentucky Developmental Disabilities CouncilDepartment of Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E-FFrankfort , KY 40621-0001(502) [email protected]://www.kcdd.org

Deaf-BlindUniversity of KentuckyCollege of EducationDepartment of Special Education Rehabilitation Counseling229 Taylor Education BuildingLexington , KY 40506-0001(859) [email protected]

Deaf/Hard of HearingKentucky Commission on the Deaf and Hard of Hearing632 Versailles RoadFrankfort , KY 40601(800) 372-2907 (V/TTY, in KY only)(502) 573-2604 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.kcdhh.ky.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Mental Retardation Services100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4W-CFrankfort , KY 40621-0001(502) [email protected]://mhmr.ky.gov/mr/

Early InterventionEarly Childhood Development BranchDepartment for Public HealthDivision of Adult and Child Health Improvement275 E. Main Street, HS 2WC

MediationOffice of Legal and Legislative ServicesDepartment of Education500 Mero Street – 1st Floor Capital Plaza TowerFrankfort , KY 40601

Frankfort , KY 40621(502) [email protected]://chfs.ky.gov/dph/firststeps.htm

(502) [email protected]://www.education.ky.gov

Mental HealthDepartment for Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities and Addiction ServicesCabinet for Health and Family Services100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E-BFrankfort , KY 40621-0001(502) [email protected]://mhmr.ky.gov

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesCabinet for Health and Family Services100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E-DFrankfort , KY 40621-0001(502) [email protected]://mhmr.ky.gov/kdmhmrs/defWeb: ault.asp

Mental Health (Early Childhood Mental Health: Ages 0-5)Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E-D Frankfort , KY 40621(502) [email protected]://mhmr.ky.gov/mhsas/dtx.asp

Mental HealthOpportunities for Family Leadership (OFL)DMHDDAS100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E-BFrankfort , KY 40621(502) [email protected]://mhmr.ky.gov/mhsas/ofl.asp

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E-DFrankfort , KY 40621(502) [email protected]://mhmr.ky.gov/mhsas/systemofcare.asp

OtherState Coordinator for the Americans with Disabilities Act500 Mero StreetCapital Plaza Tower, 2nd FloorFrankfort , KY 40601(502) [email protected]://ada.ky.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesDivision of Early Childhood DevelopmentDepartment of Education500 Mero Street, Capital Plaza TowerFrankfort , KY 40601(502) [email protected]://www.kidsnow.ky.govwww.education.ky.gov

Protection & AdvocacyKentucky Protection and Advocacy100 Fair Oaks Lane, Third FloorFrankfort , KY 40601(800) 372-2988 (V/TTY in KY)(502) [email protected]://kypa.net/

Relay Services (800) 648-6057 (V)(800) 648-6056 (TTY/ASCII); 711 (TTY)(888) 244-6111 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationDivision of Learning ServicesKentucky Department of Education500 Mero Street Frankfort , KY 40601(502) 564-4970http://education.ky.gov/specialed/excep/Pages/default.aspx

Special Format LibraryKentucky Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped300 Coffee Tree RoadPO Box 537Frankfort , KY 40602-0818(800) 372-2968(502) [email protected]://www.kdla.ky.gov/collectionsktbl.htm

Special Health Care NeedsCommission for Children with Special Health Care Needs982 Eastern ParkwayLouisville , KY, 40217(800) 232-1160(502) 595-4459, ext. [email protected]://www.chs.ky.gov/commissionkids

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://kentucky.gov/

Transition ServicesDivision for Exceptional Children ServicesKentucky Department of Education500 Mero Street, CPT 8th floorFrankfort , KY 40601(502) 564-4970http://www.education.ky.gov

UCEDDUniversity of Kentucky UCEHuman Development InstituteOffice of the Vice President for ResearchUniversity of Kentucky126 Mineral Industries Building Lexington , KY 40506-0051(859) 257-1714(859) 257-2903http://www.hdi.uky.edu

Vocational RehabilitationOffice of Vocational RehabilitationEducation and Workforce Development CabinetDepartment of Workforce Investment209 St. ClairFrankfort , KY 40601(502) [email protected]://ovr.ky.gov





AutismAutism Society of the Bluegrass453 Rookwood ParkwayLexington , KY 40515(859) 299-9000 (H)[email protected]://www.asbg.org

AutismKentucky Autism Training CenterCollege of Education and Human DevelopmentDean’s OfficeUniversity of LouisvilleLouisville , KY 40292(502) 852-4631800-334-8635 ext. 852-4631


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Kentucky7410 New Lagrange Road, Suite 100 Louisville , KY 40222(800) 592-1117 (in KY)(502) [email protected]://www.biak.us

Epilepsy (serving Boone, Campbell, Grant, Kenton)Epilepsy Council of Greater Cincinnati, Inc.3 Centennial Plaza895 Central Avenue, Suite 550Cincinnati , OH 45202(877) 804-2241(513) [email protected]://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/cincinnati/

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Kentuckiana982 Eastern Parkway Louisville , KY 40217(866) 275-1078(502) [email protected]://www.efky.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Kentucky706 E. Main, Suite AFrankfort , KY 40601

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Kentucky, Inc.2210 Goldsmith Lane, Suite 118Louisville , KY 40218

(800) 281-1272(502) [email protected]://arcofky.org/

(502) [email protected]://www.LDAofky.org

Mental Health2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: KentuckyMental Health America of Kentucky120 Sears Avenue, Suite 213Louisville , KY 40207(888) 705-0463(502) [email protected]://www.mhaky.org

Mental Health2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: KentuckyMental Health Association of Northern Kentucky605 Madison AvenueCovington , KY 41011(859) [email protected]://www.mhanky.org

Mental Health2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: KentuckyNAMI Kentucky10510 LaGrange Road, Building 103Louisville , KY 40223(606) 451-6935(800) [email protected]://www.nami.org/MSTemplate.cfm?Site=NAMI_Kentucky

Mental Health2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: KentuckyKentucky Mental Health Coalition120 Sears Avenue, Suite 212 Louisville , KY 40207(502) [email protected]://www.advocacyaction.net

Mental HealthKentucky Partnership for Families and Children, Mental Health207 Holmes Street, First FloorFrankfort , KY 40601(800) 369-0533(502) [email protected]://www.kypartnership.net

Speech, Language, and HearingKentucky Speech-Language-Hearing Association838 East High Street, Suite 263Lexington , KY 40502(800) [email protected]://ksha.info


Other Parent OrganizationParent Outreach: Parents Supporting Parents1151 S. 4th StreetLouisville , KY 40203(502) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.councilonmr.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Kentucky PTAP.O. Box 654Frankfort , KY 40602-0654(502) [email protected]://www.kypta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)3 – Organizations for ParentsState: KentuckyKentucky Special Parent Involvement Network (KY-SPIN)10301-B Deering RoadLouisville , KY 40272(800) 525-7746(502) [email protected]://www.kyspin.com


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor

2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V);(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Washington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V);(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Kentucky2050 Versailles RoadLexington , KY 40504800) 888-5377(859) 254-5701http://www.cardinalhill.org

Kentucky Disabilities CoalitionP.O. Box 1589Frankfort , KY 40602(800) 977-7505 (in KY)(502) 875-1871 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.geocities.com/kydisabilitiescoalition

United Way 2-1-12480 Fortune Drive #250Lexington , KY 40509(859) [email protected]://www.uwbg.org

Kentucky Education Rights Center, Inc.1323 Moores Mill RoadMidway , KY , 40347(859) [email protected]://www.edrights.com

VSA arts of Kentucky515 E. 10th Street Bowling Green , KY 42101(877) 417-9594(270) 781-0872 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.vsartsky.org

Louisiana

State Agencies


Assistive TechnologyLouisiana Assistive Technology Access NetworkP.O. Box 14115Baton Rouge , LA 70898(800) 270-6185 (V/TTY)(225) [email protected]://www.latan.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsBlind ServicesDepartment of Social ServicesLouisiana Rehabilitation ServicesP.O. Box 91297Baton Rouge , LA 70821-9297(225) [email protected]

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Louisiana Children’s Health Insurance ProgramLaCHIP Processing OfficeP.O. Box 91278Baton Rouge , LA 70821-9278(877) 252-2447http://www.dhh.state.la.us/MEDICAID/LACHIP/Index.htm

D D Council Deaf-Blind

Louisiana Developmental Disabilities CouncilP.O. Box 3455Baton Rouge , LA 70821-3455(800) 922-3425 (In LA)(225) [email protected]://www.laddc.org

Deaf Blind ProjectDivision of Educational Improvement and AssistanceLouisiana Department of EducationP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804-9064(877) 453-2721 (in LA)(225) [email protected]://www.doe.state.la.us

Deaf/Hard of HearingPrograms for Students who are Deaf or Hard of HearingLouisiana Department of EducationP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804-9064(225) [email protected]

Developmental DisabilitiesOffice for Citizens with Developmental DisabilitiesP.O. Box 3117, Bin 21Baton Rouge , LA 70804(225) [email protected]://www.dhh.louisiana.gov

Early InterventionLouisiana Part C Early InterventionOffice for Citizens with Developmental DisabilitiesLouisiana Department of Health & HospitalsP.O. Box 3117, Bin 21, 682 N. 4th StreetBaton Rouge , LA 70802(225) [email protected]://www.earlysteps.dhh.louisiana.gov

Hearing Loss and/or Speech ImpairmentLouisiana Commission for the Deaf628 North Fourth Street5th floorBaton Rouge , LA 70802(800) 256-1523(800) 846-5277 (tdd)(800) 947-5277 (voice)[email protected]://www.dhh.louisiana.gov/offices/?ID=387

MediationLegal Services DivisionLouisiana Department of EducationP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804-9064(225) [email protected]://www.louisianaschools.net/lde/index.html

Mental HealthOffice of Mental HealthLouisiana Department of Health and Hospitals628 N. 4th Street, 4th FloorP.O. Box 4049Baton Rouge , LA 70821-4049(225) [email protected]://www.dhh.la.gov/offices/?ID=62

Mental Health – YouthLouisiana Department of Health and HospitalsOffice of Mental HealthBienville Building628 N. 4th StreetBaton Rouge , LA 70802(225) [email protected]://www.dhh.state.la.us

Preschool, DisabilitiesDivision of Standards, Assessments and AccountabilityLouisiana Department of EducationP. O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804(225) [email protected]://www.louisianaschools.net/lde/index.html

Protection & AdvocacyAdvocacy Center8325 Oak StreetNew Orleans , LA 70118(800) 960-7705 (in LA)(504) 522-2337 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.advocacyla.org

Relay Services (800) 947-5277 (V)(800) 846-5277 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(888) 550-5277 (ASCII)(888) 272-5530 (Speech to Speech)(800) 737-1813 (Spanish)

Special EducationLouisiana Department of EducationP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804

Special Format LibraryState Library of LouisianaServices for the Blind and Physically Handicapped701 N. Fourth Street

(877) 453-2721http://www.louisianabelieves.com/academics/students-with-disabilities

Baton Rouge , LA 70802(800) 543-4702(225) [email protected]://test.state.lib.la.us/VisImpaired/visimp_dyn_templ.cfm?doc_id=99

Special Health Care NeedsLouisiana Department of Health and HospitalsOffice of Public HealthChildren’s Special Health Services1450 L & A RoadMetairie , LA 70802(504) [email protected]://www.oph.dhh.state.la.us/childrensspecial/index.html

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.louisiana.gov/wps/portal

Transition ServicesDivision of Educational Improvement and AssistanceLouisiana Department of EducationP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804-9064(225) [email protected]://www.louisianaschools.net/lde/index.html

UCEDDLouisiana UCEDDERSLSUHSC- Human Development CenterSchool of Allied Health Professions1900 Gravier Street 10th Floor Room 1036 New Orleans , LA 70112(504) 556-7585http://www.hdc.lsuhsc.edu

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesDivision of Family, Career and Technical EducationCareer and Technical Education ProgramsLouisiana Department of EducationP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804-9064(225) [email protected]://www.louisianaschools.net/lde/index.html

Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Social ServicesLouisiana Rehabilitation ServicesP.O. Box 91297Baton Rouge , LA 70821-9297(800) 737-2958 (in LA)(225) [email protected]://www.dss.state.la.us





AutismAutism Society of LousianaP.O. Box 80162Baton Rouge , LA 70898(800) [email protected]://www.lastateautism.org


Cerebral PalsyUCP/Baton Rouge–McMains Children’s Development Center1805 College DriveBaton Rouge , LA 70808

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Greater New Orleans2200 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Suite 103Kenner , LA 70062(504) 461-4266

(225) [email protected]://www.mcmainscdc.org

[email protected]://www.ucpgno.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Louisiana3701 Canal Street, Suite HNew Orleans , LA 70119(800) 960-0587(504) [email protected]://www.epilepsylouisiana.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Louisiana8336 Kelwood DriveBaton Rouge , LA 70806(225) [email protected]://www.thearcla.org

Learning DisabilitiesDivision of Educational Improvement and AssistanceLouisiana Department of EducationP.O. Box 94064Baton Rouge , LA 70804-9064(225) [email protected]://www.louisianaschools.net/lde/eia/home.html

Learning DisabilitiesNorthwestern State UniversityTeacher Education Center, Room 104JNatchitoches , LA 71497(318) [email protected]

Mental HealthMental Health America of Louisiana660 N. Foster Drive, Suite C-201Baton Rouge , LA 70806(225) [email protected]://www.mhal.org

Mental HealthNAMI Louisiana, National Alliance on Mental IllnessP.O. Box 40517Baton Rouge , LA 70835(866) 851-6264(225) [email protected]://www.namilouisiana.org

Mental HealthLouisiana Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health5627 Superior Drive, Suite A-2Baton Rouge , LA 70816-6085(800) 224-4010(225) [email protected]://www.laffcmh.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices Louisiana1539 Jackson Avenue, Suite 200New Orleans , LA [email protected]://www.familyvoices.org

Speech, Language, and HearingLouisiana Speech-Language-Hearing Association8550 United Plaza Boulevard, Suite 1001Baton Rouge , LA 70809(225) [email protected]://www.lsha.org


Community Parent Resource Center (Serving greater New Orleans area)Pyramid Community Parent Resource Center3132 Napoleon AvenueNew Orleans , LA 70125(504) [email protected]://www.pyramidparentcenter.org

Other Parent OrganizationFamilies Helping Families of Louisiana(a statewide network of ten regional family resource centers)P.O. Box 626Thibodaux , LA 70302(504) [email protected]://www.fhfla.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Louisiana Parent-Teacher Association

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Louisiana Parent Training and Information Center

1543 Del Plaza, Suite 13Baton Rouge , LA 70815(225) [email protected]://www.lapta.org

201 Evans Road, Building 1, Suite 100Harahan , LA 70123(800) 766-7736 (in LA)(504) [email protected]://www.laptic.org


Easter Seals Louisiana305 Baronne Street, Suite 400New Orleans , LA 70112-1617(800) 695-7325 (Voice/TTY in LA only)(504) 523-7325 (Voice/TTY)[email protected]://www.louisiana.easterseals.com

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org


VSA arts of Louisiana2758-D Brightside LaneBaton Rouge , LA 70820(225) 761-4243 (V/TTY)[email protected]://vsalouisiana.org

Special Olympics Louisiana1000 E. Morris AvenueHammond , LA 70403(800) 345-6644(985) [email protected]://www.laso.org

Louisiana Occupational Therapy AssociationP.O. Box 14806 Baton Rouge , LA 70898(225) [email protected]://www.lota.org

Louisiana Health and Rehabilitation Center, Inc.1033 N. Lobdell AvenueBaton Rouge , LA 70806(225) [email protected]://www.lahealthandrehab.org

Louisiana Citizens for Action Now (LACAN)2313 Blue Haven Drive New Iberia , LA 70563(337) [email protected]://www.lacanadvocates.org

Governor’s Office of Disability AffairsP.O. Box 94004Baton Rouge , LA 70804-9004(225) [email protected]://www.gov.state.la.us/disabilityaffairs/default.asp

Direct Support Prof. Workforce Development InitiativesUniversity Centers for Excellence in Dev. Disabilities1900 Gravier Street, 8th Floor, Room 817New Orleans , LA 70112(504) [email protected]

Maine

State Agencies


Assistive TechnologyALLTech @ Spurwink400 Riverside Street, Suite A4Portland , ME 04103(207) 321-6080, Ext. [email protected]://www.alltech-tsi.org

Assistive TechnologyMaine Consumer Information and Technology Training Exchange (Maine CITE)Maine CITE Coordinating CenterUniversity of Maine System, University College46 University DriveAugusta , ME 04330(207) 621-3195 (V)(207) 621-3482 (TTY)[email protected]://www.mainecite.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindDivision for the Blind and Visually ImpairedBureau of Rehabilitation Services150 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333-0150(207) [email protected]://www.maine.gov/rehab/

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindEducation Services for Blind and Visually Impaired ChildrenCatholic Charities Maine1066 Kenduskeag Avenue Bangor , ME 04401(207) [email protected]://www.catholiccharitiesmaine.org/

Career & Technical EducationCareer and Technical Education TeamDepartment of Education23 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333-0023(207) [email protected]://www.maine.gov/education/

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)MaineCare442 Civic Center DriveAugusta , ME 04333(800) 321-5557 (option 1)(207) 624-7539http://www.maine.gov/dhs/bfi/cubcare/CubCare.htm

D D CouncilMaine Developmental Disabilities Council139 State House Station225 Western AvenueAugusta , ME 04333(800) 244-3990 (in ME only)(207) [email protected]://www.maineddc.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingGovernor Baxter School for the DeafMackworth IslandFalmouth , ME 04105(207) 781-6215 (Newborn to age 5)(207) 781-6244 (Grades K – 12)

Developmental Disabilities, AdultsOffice of Adults with Cognitive and Physical DisabilityDepartment of Health and Human Services#11 State House StationMarquardt Building, 2nd FloorAugusta , ME 04333(207) 287-4242(207) 287-2000 (TTY)[email protected]://www.maine.gov/dhhs/OACPDS/

Early InterventionContact Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 Through 5.

MediationOffice of Special Services, Due Process23 State House StationAugusta , ME , 04333-0023(207) [email protected]://www.maine.gov/education/speced/specserv.htm

Mental HealthDepartment of Health and Human Services11 State House Station221 State Street Augusta , ME 04333(207) 287-3707http://www.maine.gov/dhhs

Mental Health – YouthChildren’s Behavioral Health ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services11 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333(207) [email protected]://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ocfs/cbhs/

Preschool, DisabilitiesChild Development Services146 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333(800) 355-8611

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Center24 Stone Street, Suite 204Augusta , ME 04330(800) 452-1948 (V/TTY in ME)

(207) [email protected]://www.maine.gov/education/

(207) 626-2774 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.drcme.org

Relay Services (800) 457-1220 (V)(800) 437-1220 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)

Special EducationDepartment of EducationOffice of Special Services23 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333-0023(207) 624-6650(207) 624-6800 (TTY)[email protected]://www.maine.gov/education/speced/specserv.htm

Special Format LibraryLibrary Services for the Blind and Physically HandicappedMaine State Library64 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333-0064(800) 762-7106(207) 287-5650http://www.maine.gov/msl/outreach

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health Needs ProgramDepartment of Health and Human ServicesKey Bank Plaza, 7th Floor11 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333-0011(800) 698-3624(207) 287-5139, ext. 5350(207) 287-8015 (TTY)[email protected]

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.maine.gov

Transition ServicesOffice of Special ServicesMaine Department of Education23 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333(207) [email protected]://www.maine.gov/education/speced/specserv.htm

UCEDDUniversity Center for Excellence in Developmental DisabilitiesThe University of MaineCenter for Community Inclusion and Disability Studies5717 Corbett Hall Orono , ME 04469-5717(800) 203-6957(207) [email protected]://www.ccids.umaine.edu

Vocational RehabilitationBureau of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Labor150 State House StationAugusta , ME 04333-0150(207) [email protected]://www.maine.gov/rehab/





AutismAutism Society of Maine72B Main StreetWinthrop , ME 04364(800) [email protected]://www.asmonline.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Maine325 Main StreetWaterville , ME 04901(800) 275-1233 (in ME)(207) [email protected]://www.biame.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Northeastern Maine700 Mt. Hope Avenue, Suite 320 Bangor , ME 04401(207) 941-2885(207) 941-2952 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ucpofmaine.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingMaine Center on Deafness (MCD)68 Bishop Street, Suite 3Portland , ME 04103(800) 639-3884 (V/TTY)(207) 797-7656 (V/TTY);http://www.mcdmaine.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire & Maine540 Gallivan Blvd, 2nd FloorBoston , MA 02124(888) 576-9996(617) [email protected]://www.efmarinhme.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of MaineP.O. Box 67 Oakland , ME 04963(877) 208-4029(207) [email protected]://www.ldame.org

Learning DisabilitiesNew Hampshire Branch of the International Dyslexia Association(also serving Vermont and Maine)P.O. Box 3724Concord , NH 03302(603) [email protected]://www.nhida.org

Mental HealthNAMI Maine, National Alliance on Mental Illness1 Bangor StreetAugusta , ME 04330(800) 464-5767 (in ME only)(207) [email protected]://www.namimaine.org

Speech, Language, and HearingMaine Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationStrong Elementary School110 N. Main Street Strong , ME 04983(207) [email protected]://www.mslha.org/


Other Parent OrganizationMainely Parents188 State Street, Suite 400Portland , ME 04101(800) 249-5506(207) [email protected]://www.mainelyparents.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Maine PTAZone CorporationP.O. Box 1929 Bangor , ME 04402(207) [email protected]://www.mainepta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) Parent-to-Parent

Maine Parent FederationP.O. Box 2067Augusta , ME 04338-2067(800) 870-7746 (in ME)(207) [email protected]://www.mpf.org

P2P at Maine Parent FederationContact listing for the Parent Training and Information Center.



Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor Washington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Pine Tree SocietyDiscovering abilities together149 Front StreetBath , ME 04530(207) 443-3341 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.pinetreesociety.org

VSA Arts of Maine(Statewide art opportunities for children and adults with disabilities)P.O. Box 4002Portland , ME 04101(207) 761-3861 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.vsartsmaine.org

MarylandState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyMaryland Technology Assistance Program2301 Argonne Drive, Room T-17Baltimore , MD 21218(800) TECH-TAP (832-4827)(866) 881-7488 (TTY)http://www.mdod.state.md.us/MTAP Home.aspx

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindMaryland School for the Blind3501 Taylor AvenueBaltimore , MD 21236(410) 444-5000http://www.mdschblind.org

Career & Technical EducationDivision of Career Technology and Adult Learning200 W. Baltimore StreetBaltimore , MD 21201(410) [email protected]://www.marylandpublicschools.org

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Maryland Children’s Health ProgramFor referral to your local program call:(800) 456-8900(800) 735-2258 (TTY)http://www.dhmh.state.md.us/mma/mchp/

Deaf/Hard of HearingGovernor’s Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300Baltimore , MD 21202(410) 767-6290 (V)(410) 767-7756 (TTY)[email protected]

http://www.odhh.md.gov/Deaf/Hard of HearingMaryland School for the Deaf101 Clarke PlaceP.O. Box 250Frederick , MD 21705-0250(301) 360-2005 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.msd.edu/

Department of DisabilitiesDepartment of Disabilities217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300Baltimore , MD 21202(800) 637-4113(410) [email protected]://www.mdod.maryland.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities AdministrationDepartment of Health and Mental Hygiene201 W. Preston Street, Room 422CBaltimore , MD 21201(410) [email protected]://www.ddamaryland.org

Developmental Disabilities CouncilMaryland Developmental Disabilities Council217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300Baltimore , MD 21202(800) 305-6441 (in MD only)(410) 767-3670 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.md-council.org

Early Intervention & Preschool, DisabilitiesEarly Childhood Intervention and EducationDivision of Special Education/Early Intervention ServicesMaryland State Department of Education200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th FloorBaltimore , MD 21201(410) 767-0261(800) 535-0182 (in MD)[email protected]://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/divisions/earlyinterv/

MediationOffice of Administrative Hearings11101 Gilroy RoadHunt Valley , MD 21031(800) 388-8805(410) [email protected]

Mental HealthMental Hygiene AdministrationDepartment of Health and Mental HygieneSpring Grove Hospital Center55 Wade Avenue, Dix BuildingCatonsville , MD 21228(800) 735-2258 (TTY)(410) [email protected]://www.dhmh.state.md.us/mha/

Mental Health – YouthMental Hygiene AdministrationOffice of Child and Adolescent ServicesDepartment of Health and Mental HygieneSpring Grove Hospital Center55 Wade Avenue, Mitchell BuildingCatonsville , MD 21228(410) [email protected]

Protection & AdvocacyMaryland Disability Law Center1500 Union Avenue, Suite 2000Baltimore , MD 21211(800) 233-7201(410) 727-6352(410) 727-6387 (TTY)[email protected]://www.mdlcbalto.org

Relay Services (800) 201-7165 (V/TTY)(800) 735-2258 (TTY/HCO); 711 (TTY)(888) 826-9673 (VCO)(800) 785-5630 (Speech to Speech)(877) 735-5151 (ASCII)(877) 258-9854 (2-Line VCO)(800) 877-1264 (Spanish)(900) 344-3323 (pay per call, English)(900) 344-4889 (pay per call, Spanish)

Special EducationMaryland State Department of EducationDivision of Special Education/Early Intervention Services200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th FloorBaltimore , MD 21201-2595(410) [email protected]://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/divisions/earlyinterv/

Special Education: Ages 6 through 21Student Achievement and Professional DevelopmentDivision of Special Education/Early Intervention Services200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th FloorBaltimore , MD 21201(410) [email protected]://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE/divisions/earlyinterv/

Special Format Books for Children and YouthMaryland State Library for the Blind and Physically

Special Health Care NeedsParent Resource Coordinator

Handicapped415 Park AvenueBaltimore , MD 21201-3603(800) 964-9209(800) 934-2541 (TTY outside Metro area)(410) 230-2424(410) 230-8679 (TTY)[email protected]:// www.lbph.lib.md.us

Office for Genetics & People With Special Health Care Needs201 W. Preston, #423Baltimore , MD 21201(800) 638-8864(410) [email protected]://fha.dhmh.maryland.gov/genetics/SitePages/contact.aspx

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.maryland.gov/

Transition ServicesDivision of Special EducationMaryland State Department of Education200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th FloorBaltimore , MD 21201(410) 767-0231http://www.msde.state.md.us/SpecialEducation/

UCEDDMaryland Center for Developmental DisabilitiesKennedy Krieger Institute7000 Tudsbury RoadGwynn Oak , MD 21244(443) 923-9555(888) 554-2080(443) 923-2645 (TTY)http://mcdd.kennedykrieger.org/

Vocational RehabilitationMaryland Division of Rehabilitation ServicesWorkforce and Technology CenterMaryland State Department of Education2301 Argonne DriveBaltimore , MD 21218-1696(410) [email protected]://www.dors.state.md.us/





AutismAutism Society of Baltimore-Chesapeake ChapterPO Box 10822Baltimore , MD 21234(410) [email protected]://www.bcc-asa.org

AutismPathfinders for AutismP.O. Box 10501Baltimore , MD 21285(866) 806-8400(410) [email protected]://www.pathfindersforautism.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(800) 232-5463(212) 502-7600

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsLow Vision Center7701 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 604Bethesda , MD 20814(301) [email protected]

[email protected]://www.afb.org

http://www.lowvisioninfo.org/

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Maryland2200 Kernan DriveBaltimore , MD 21207(800) 221-6443 (in MD)(410) [email protected]://www.biamd.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Southern Maryland1919A West StreetAnnapolis , MD 21401(410) [email protected]://www.ucpsm.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland1700 Reisterstown Road, Suite 226Baltimore , MD 21208(800) 451-2452(410) [email protected]://www.ucp-cm.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, Inc.William Irwin Buck Center4409 Forbes BoulevardLanham , MD 20706(301) [email protected]://www.ucppgmc.comwww.high-school-high-tech.comwww.netathon.org

EpilepsyAbilities NetworkEpilepsy Foundation of the Chesapeake Region8503 LaSalle RoadTowson , MD 21286(800) 492-2523 (in MD only)(410) 828-7700http://www.abilitiesnetwork.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Maryland, Inc.49 Old Solomons Island Road, Suite 205Annapolis , MD 21401(410) 571-9320(410) 974-6139 (In Balt.)[email protected]://www.thearcmd.org

Learning DisabilitiesLDA MarylandP.O. Box 744Dunkirk , MD 20754(888) [email protected]://www.ldamd.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Maryland711 W. 40th Street, Suite 460Baltimore , MD 21211(800) 572-6426(410) [email protected]://www.mhamd.org

Mental HealthNAMI MD, National Alliance on Mental Illness of Maryland10630 Little Patuxent ParkwayColumbia , MD , 21044(877) 878-2371(410) [email protected]://namimd.org/

Speech, Language, and HearingMaryland Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 31Manchester , MD , 21102(410) [email protected]://www.mdslha.org


Other Parent OrganizationMaryland Coalition of Families for Children’s Mental Health10632 Little Patuxent Parkway, Suite 119Columbia , MD 21044(888) 607-3637(410) [email protected]://www.mdcoalition.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Maryland PTA5 Central AvenueGlen Burnie , MD 21061(410) [email protected]://www.mdpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parents’ Place of Maryland, Inc.801 Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103Glen Burnie , MD 21061(800) 394-5694(410) [email protected]://www.ppmd.org

Parent-to-ParentFamily Support Services, Division of Special EducationEarly Intervention ServicesMaryland State Department of Education200 W. Baltimore Street, 9th FloorBaltimore , MD 21201(800) 535-0182 (in MD only)(410) [email protected]://www.msde.state.md.us




Easter Seals Greater Washington-Baltimore Region, Inc.4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 100Calverton , MD , 20705(301) [email protected]://www.gwbr.easterseals.com

Family Net Works Program217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300Baltimore , MD , 21202(301) [email protected]://www.family-networks.org

The Coordinating Center (for individuals with complex medical needs and disabilities)8258 Veterans Highway, Suite 113Millersville , MD 21108(410) 987-1048(301) [email protected]://www.coordinatingcenter.org

Resource Finder(information on developmental disability resources)A project of Kennedy Krieger Institute707 N. BroadwayBaltimore , MD 21205(800) 390-3372(443) 923-2795 (TTY)[email protected]://www.resourcefinder.kennedykrieger.org

Easter Seals Delaware and Maryland’s Eastern Shore1336 Belmont AveSuite 502Salisbury , MD 21804(800) 677-3800(410) [email protected]://www.de.easterseals.com

Massachusetts

State Agencies


Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindChildren’s ServicesMassachusetts Commission for the Blind48 Boylston StreetBoston , MA, 02116(800) 392-6450(617) 626-7480(617) 626-7650 (TTY)http://www.mass.gov/mcb

Career and Tech EdCareer and Technical EducationDepartment of Education350 Main StreetMalden , MA 02148-5023(781) 338-3910http://www.doe.mass.edu

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)MassHealth Enrollment CenterCentral Processing UnitP.O. Box 129124Boston , MA 02112-9124(888) 665-9993(888) 665-9997 (TTY)http://www.mass.gov/dma

D D CouncilMassachusetts Developmental Disabilities Council1150 Hancock Street, Suite 300Quincy , MA 02169(617) 770-7676, ext. 100(617) 770-9499 (TTY)[email protected]://www.mass.gov/mddc

Deaf/Hard of HearingMassachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing150 Mt. Vernon Street, Suite 550Dorchester , MA 02125(617) 740-1600(617) 740-1700 (TTY)[email protected]://www.mass.gov/mcdhh

Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Mental Retardation500 Harrison AvenueBoston , MA 02118(617) 727-5608http://www.mass.gov/dmr

Early InterventionDivision for Perinatal, Early Childhood and Special Health NeedsDepartment of Public Health250 Washington Street, 4th FloorBoston , MA 02108(617) 624-5901(800) 905-8437 (Early Intervention Programs)[email protected]://www.mass.gov/dph/

MediationBureau of Special Education AppealsDepartment of Education350 Main StreetMalden , MA 02148(781) [email protected]://www.doe.mass.edu/bsea

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health25 Staniford StreetBoston , MA 02114(617) [email protected]://www.mass.gov/dmh

Mental Health – YouthChild and Adolescent ServicesDepartment of Mental Health25 Staniford StreetBoston , MA 02114(617) [email protected]://www.mass.gov/dmh

Preschool, DisabilitiesEarly Education and Care51 Sleeper StreetBoston , MA 02210(617) 988-6600http://www.eec.state.ma.us

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Law Center, Inc.

Relay Services (800) 439-0183 (V)

11 Beacon Street, Suite 925Boston , MA 02108(800) 872-9992 (V)(617) 723-8455(800) 381-0577 (TTY)(617) 227-9464 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dlc-ma.org/

(800) 439-2370 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 439-0183 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationSpecial Education Planning and Policy Development OfficeDepartment of Education350 Main StreetMalden , MA 02148-5023(781) 338-3000(781) [email protected]://www.doe.mass.edu/sped

Special Format LibraryBraille and Talking Book LibraryPerkins School for the Blind175 N. Beacon StreetWatertown , MA 02472(800) 852-3133(617) [email protected]://www.perkinslibrary.org

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.mass.gov

Transition ServicesSpecial Education Planning and Policy Development OfficeMassachusetts Department of Education350 Main StreetMalden , MA 02148(781) 338-3375http://www.doe.mass.edu/sped/

UCEDDInstitute for Community Inclusion/UCEDDUniversity of Massachusetts Boston100 Morrissey Blvd.Boston , MA 02125(617) 287-4300(617) 287-4350 (TTY)[email protected]://www.communityinclusion.org

UCEDDEunice Kennedy Shriver CenterUniversity of Massachusetts Medical School200 Trapelo Rd Waltham , MA 02452-6319(800) 764-0200 (TTY)(781) [email protected]://www.umassmed.edu/shriver

Vocational RehabilitationMassachusetts Rehabilitation CommissionFort Point Place27 Wormwood StreetBoston , MA 02210-1616(800) 245-6543 (in MA only)(617) 204-3600http://www.mass.gov/mrc/





AutismAutism Society of Massachusetts47 Walnut StreetWellesley Hills , MA 02481(781) 237-0272, ext. [email protected]://www.massautism.org

AutismCommunity Resources for People with Autism116 Pleasant Street, Suite 366Easthampton , MA 01027(413) 529-2428(800) [email protected] http://www.communityresourcesforautism.org/matriarch

AutismThe Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, IncPO Box 767Framingham , MA 017011-866-3-AUTISM(508) 270-8855http://www.dougflutiejrfoundation.org

AutismAsperger’s Association of New England (AANE)85 Main Street, Suite 101Watertown , MA 02472(617) [email protected]://www.aane.org


Blind/Visual ImpairmentsMassachusetts Association of Parents of the Visually Impaired Children (MAPVI)22 Old Marlboro RoadMaynard , MA 01754(978) [email protected]

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Massachusetts30 Lyman Street, Suite 10Westborough , MA 01581(800) 242-0030 (in MA)(508) [email protected]://www.biama.org

Cerebral Palsy2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: MassachusettsUnited Cerebral Palsy of MetroBoston, Inc.71 Arsenal StreetWatertown, MA 02472(617) [email protected]:// www.ucpboston.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire & Maine540 Gallivan Blvd., 2nd FloorBoston , MA , 02124(888) 576-9996(617) [email protected]://www.efmarinhme.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesGreater Boston Arc221 N. Beacon Street, 2nd FloorBoston , MA , 02135(617) 783-3900, ext. [email protected]://www.arcgb.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Massachusetts217 South StreetWaltham , MA 02453(781) [email protected]://www.arcmass.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Northern Bristol County141 Park StreetAttleboro , MA 02703(888) 343-3301(508) [email protected]://www.arcnbc.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Worldwide

Mental HealthNAMI Massachusetts

P.O. Box 142Weston , MA 02493(978) [email protected]://www.ldworldwide.org

400 W. Cummings Park, Suite 6650Woburn , MA 01801(800) 370-9085(781) [email protected]:// www.namimass.org

Mental HealthParent/Professional Advocacy League (PAL)45 Bromfield Street, 10th FloorBoston , MA 02108(866) 815-8122(617) [email protected]://www.ppal.net

Speech, Language, and HearingMassachusetts Speech-Language-Hearing Association77 Rumford Avenue, Suite 3BWaltham , MA, 02453(800) 898-8177(781) [email protected]://www.MSHAHearSay.org


Community Parent Resource Center (Serving the city of Boston)Urban PRIDEOne Westinghouse PlazaBuilding D, Suite 11Hyde Park , MA 02136(617) 206-4570 ext. [email protected]://www.urbanpride.org

Parent Advisory CouncilMassachusetts Association of Special Education Parent Advisory Councils (MASSPAC)P.O. Box 167Sharon , MA 02067(617) [email protected]://www.masspac.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Massachusetts PTAP.O. Box 421Rehobeth , MA 02769(508) [email protected]://www.masspta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Federation for Children with Special NeedsThe Schrafft Center529 Main Street, Suite 1102Boston , MA, 02129(800) 331-0688 (in MA only)(617) 236-7210 (V/TTY)[email protected]://fcsn.org/

Parent-to-ParentFamily TIES of MassachusettsMassachusetts Department of Public HealthDonovan Health Building, 3rd Floor5 Randolph StreetCanton , MA, 02021(800) 905-TIES(781) [email protected]://www.massfamilyties.org


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]


http://www.ilru.org

Associated Advocacy CenterVisions for the Future, Inc.24 Widow Coombs WalkSandwich , MA 02563(888) 420-4356(508) [email protected]://www.aacvisions.org

Easter Seals Massachusetts (School transition services, assistive technology and augmentative communication assessments, therapy services, summer Camp, and low interest rate loans for assistive technology.)484 Main StreetWorcester , MA 01608(800) 244-2756(508) [email protected]://www.eastersealsma.org

New England INDEXShriver Center UMASS Medical School(Information & Referral for people with Disabilities)200 Trapelo RoadWaltham , MA 02452-6319(800) 642-0249(781) 642-0248(800) 764-0200 TTY (in MA)[email protected]://www.disabilityinfo.org

Statewide Head Injury ProgramMassachusetts Rehabilitation Commission27 Wormwood Street, Fort Point Place, Suite 600Boston , MA 02210(800) 223-2559 (MA only)(617) 204-3852 (V)(617) 204-3817 (TTY)[email protected]://www.mass.gov/mrc/ship/ship.htm

Home Modifications Loan Program for People with DisabilitiesMassachusetts Rehabilitation Commission27 Wormwood StreetBoston , MA 02210-1616(800) 245-6543(617) 204-3600http://www.mass.gov/mrc/agency/homemods.htm

VSA arts of MassachusettsChina Trade Center2 Boylston Street, 2nd FloorBoston , MA 02116-9856(617) 350-7713(617) 350-6836 (TTY)[email protected]

http://www.vsamass.org

Michigan

State Agencies


Assistive TechnologyMATR: Michigan’s Assistive Technology Resource1023 South US 27St. Johns , MI 48879-2423(989) 224-0333 (V/TTY)(800) 274-7426 (nationwide)[email protected]://www.cenmi.org/matr

Assistive TechnologyMichigan’s Assistive Technology ProjectMichigan Disability Rights Coalition780 W. Lake Lansing Road, Suite 200East Lansing , MI 48823(517) 333-2477(800) 760-4600 (MI only)[email protected]

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindMichigan Commission for the BlindMichigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth201 N. Washington SquareP.O. Box 30652Lansing , MI 48909(517) [email protected]

http://www.copower.org/AT/index.htm http://www.michigan.gov/mcbBlind/Visual ImpairmentsMichigan Commission for the BlindMichigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth201 N. Washington SquareP.O. Box 30652Lansing , MI 48909(517) 373-2062(800) 292-4200(888) 864-1212 (TTY)[email protected]://www.michigan.gov/mcb

Career & Technical EducationOffice of Career and Technical PreparationMichigan Department of Education201 N. Washington SquareLansing , MI 48913(517) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/mdcd

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)MIChildP.O. Box 30412Lansing , MI 48909(888) 988-6300(888) 263-5897 (TTY)http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/1,1607,7-132-2943_4845_4931---,00.html

D D CouncilMichigan Developmental Disabilities Council1033 S. Washington Avenue, 3rd FloorLansing , MI 48910(517) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/ddcouncil

Deaf/Hard of HearingMichigan Coalition for Deaf and Hard of Hearing PeopleMichigan Association for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (MADHH)2929 Covington Court, Suite 200Lansing , MI 48912-4939(517) 487-0066(800) YOUR EAR (in MI)[email protected]://www.madhh.org

Early InterventionMichigan Department of EducationOffice of Early Childhood Education and Family ServicesP.O. Box 30008Lansing , MI 48909(517) 335-4865(800) [email protected]://www.1800earlyon.org

MediationMichigan Special Education Mediation Program229 N. Pine StreetLansing , MI 48933(517) [email protected]://www.cenmi.org/msemp

Mental HealthDepartment of Community HealthCapitol View Building, 7th Floor201 Townsend StreetLansing , MI 48913(517) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/mdch

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Mental Health Services to Children and FamiliesDepartment of Community HealthLewis Cass Building320 S. Walnut StreetLansing , MI 48913(517) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/mdch

Protection & AdvocacyMichigan Protection and Advocacy Service, Inc.4095 Legacy Parkway, Suite 500Lansing , MI 48911-4263(517) 487-1755 (V/TTY)(800) 288-5923 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.mpas.org

Relay Services (800) 649-3777 (V/TTY)711 (TTY)(866) 656-9826 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationOffice of Special Education and Early Intervention ServicesMichigan Department of EducationP.O. Box 30008Lansing , MI 48909-7508(517) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/mde

Special Education Funding: Ages Birth Through Special Format Library

26Office of Special Education and Early Intervention ServicesMichigan Department of EducationP.O. Box 30008Lansing , MI 48909(517) [email protected]

Library of MichiganService for the Blind and Physically HandicappedP.O. Box 30007Lansing , MI 48909(517) 373-5614(800) 992-9012(517) 373-1592 (TTY)[email protected]://www.michigan.gov/sbph

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Special Health Care Services DivisionMichigan Department of Community Health320 S. WalnutLansing , MI 48913(517) 241-7186(800) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/cshcs

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.michigan.gov/

Transition ServicesHigh School Redesign for Secondary Transition ServicesOffice of Special Education and Early Intervention ServicesMichigan Department of EducationP.O. Box 30008Lansing , MI 48909-7508(517) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/mde

UCEDDDevelopmental Disabilities InstituteWayne State UniversityDevelopmental Disabilities Institute4809 Woodward Avenue268 Leonard N. Simons Building Detroit , MI 48202(313) 577-2654(888) 978-4334(313) 577-2654 (TTY)[email protected]://ddi.wayne.edu/

Vocational RehabilitationMichigan Rehabilitation ServicesMichigan Department of Labor & Economic GrowthP.O. Box 30010Lansing , MI 48909(517) 373-3390(800) [email protected]://www.michigan.gov/mrs

Disability Specific Organization




AutismAutism Society of Michigan2178 Commons ParkwayOkemos , MI 48864(517) [email protected]


http://www.autism-mi.org [email protected]://www.afb.org

Blind/Visual Impairments2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: MichiganGreater Detroit Agency for the Blind and Visually Impaired16625 Grand River AvenueDetroit , MI 48227(313) [email protected]://www.gdabvi.org

Blind/Visual Impairments2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: MichiganBlind Vision, Inc.(Programs for students with visual impairments, IEP advocacy and resources for parents and educators)2501 Pheasant RunOrtonville , MI 48462(248) [email protected]

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Michigan7305 Grand River, Suite 100Brighton , MI 48114-7379(810) 229-5880(800) 444-6443 (in MI)[email protected]://www.biami.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Michigan3401 E. Saginaw, Suite 216Lansing , MI 48912(517) 203-1200 (V/TTY)(800) [email protected]://www.ucpmichigan.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Metro Detroit23077 Greenfield, Suite 205Southfield , MI 48075(248) 557-5070(800) [email protected]://www.ucpdetroit.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Michigan20300 Civic Center Drive, Suite 250Southfield , MI 48076(248) 351-7979(800) [email protected]://www.epilepsymichigan.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc Michigan1325 S. Washington AvenueLansing , MI 48910(517) 487-5426(800) [email protected]://www.arcmi.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Michigan200 Museum Drive, Suite 101Lansing , MI 48933-1914(517) 485-8160(888) [email protected]://www.ldaofmichigan.org

Mental HealthAssociation for Children’s Mental Health100 W. Washtenaw, Suite 4Lansing , MI 48933(517) 372-4016(888) 226-4543 (Parent line)[email protected]://www.acmh-mi.org

Mental HealthMichigan Association for Children with Emotional Disorders30233 Southfield Road, Suite 219Southfield , Michigan 48076(248) [email protected]://www.michkids.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in Michigan30233 Southfield Road, Suite 220Southfield , MI 48076(248) [email protected]://www.mha-mi.org

Speech, Language, and HearingMichigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association790 W. Lake Lansing Road, Suite 500AEast Lansing , MI 48823(517) [email protected]://www.michiganspeechhearing.org


Community Parent Resource CenterSPEAKS Education224 Ste. 2 Newberry Ave. P.O. Box 575Newberry , MI 49868(906) 293-8984(855) [email protected]://www.speakseducation.org

Other Parent OrganizationMichigan Alliance for FamiliesLansing Main Office1325 S. Washington AvenueLansing , MI 48910(517) 492-5021(800) [email protected]://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Michigan Congress of Parents, Teachers and Students7402 Westshire Drive, Suite 115Lansing , MI 48917(517) [email protected]://www.michiganptsa.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Michigan Alliance for Families – Region 13111 Grand River AvenueDetroit , MI 48208(800) 552-4821(313) [email protected] http://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Michigan Alliance for Families – Region 21286 Pipestone, Suite A Benton Harbor , MI 49022(800) 552-4821(269) [email protected]://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org

Training and Technical Assistance for Family InvolvementMichigan Alliance for FamilyParent Mentoring, Training and Leadership Opportunities1325 S. Washington AvenueLansing , MI 48910(517) 487-5426(800) [email protected]://www.arcmi.org




Easter Seals Michigan1105 N. TelegraphWaterford , MI 48329(248) 451-2900(800) 757-3257 (in MI)[email protected]://www.essmichigan.org

Michigan Department of Labor & Economic GrowthMichigan Commission on Disability Concerns and Division on Deaf and Hard of Hearing201 N. Washington Square, Suite 150Lansing , MI 48913(517) 335-6004 (V/TTY);(877) [email protected]://www.mcdc-dodhh.org

University Center for the Development of Language and LiteracyUniversity of Michigan

VSA arts of MichiganP.O. Box 02805100 W. Alexandrine

1111 E. Catherine StreetAnn Arbor , Michigan , 48109-2054(734) [email protected]://www.languageexperts.org

Detroit , MI 48202-2805(313) 832-3303 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.vsami.org

MinnesotaState Agencies


Assistive TechnologySTAR Program358 Centennial Office Building658 Cedar StreetSt. Paul , MN 55155(651) 201-2640(888) 234-1267(800) 627-2527 (TTY)TTY: MN Relay at [email protected]://www.starprogram.state.mn.us/index.htm

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsState Services for the BlindDepartment of Employment and Economic Development2200 University Avenue, West, Suite 240St. Paul , MN 55114-1840(651) 642-0500(800) 652-9000http://www.mnssb.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsMinnesota Resource Center: Blind/Visual ImpairmentsMinnesota Department of EducationP.O. Box 308Faribault , MN 55021-0308(507) 332-5510(800) 657-3859 (in MN)[email protected]

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)MinnesotaCareP.O. Box 64838St. Paul , MN 55164-0838(651) 297-3862(800) 657-3672(800) 627-3529 (TTY)http://www.minnesotacare411.com

D D CouncilMinnesota Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities370 Centennial Office Building658 Cedar StreetSt. Paul , MN 55155(651) 296-4018(877) 348-0505(800) 627-3529 (MN Relay service)[email protected]://www.mncdd.org

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindMinnesota Department of Human ServicesDeaf and Hard of Hearing Services Division(also serves people who are deaf/blind)P.O. Box 64969St. Paul , MN 55164-0969(651) 296-3980 (V)(651) 297-1506 (TTY)[email protected]://interpreterreferral.org

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindMinnesota Commission Serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing People444 Lafayette Road NorthSt. Paul , MN 55155-3814(612) 297-7305 (V/TTY)(888) 206-2001 (TTY)(651) 205-4453 (Video Phone)[email protected]://www.mncdhh.com

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindMinnesota Resource Center: Deaf/Hard of HearingMinnesota Department of Education615 Olof Hanson DriveP.O. Box 308Faribault , MN 55021-0308

Deaf/ Hard of Hearing/ Deaf-BlindMinnesota DeafBlind Project3055 Old Highway 8, Suite 302St. Anthony , MN 55418(612) 638-1525, 1526, 1531(800) 848-4905

(507) 332-5491 (V/TTY)(800) 657-3936 (V/TTY)[email protected]

(612) 706-0808 (TTY)[email protected]://dbproject.mn.org

Developmental DisabilitiesDisabilities Service DivisionDepartment of Human Services540 Cedar StreetP.O. Box 64967St. Paul , MN 55164-0967(651) [email protected]://www.dhs.state.mn.us

Early InterventionPart C CoordinatorMinnesota Department of EducationDivision of Early Learning Services1500 Highway 36 WestRoseville , MI 55113-4266(651) [email protected]

Early InterventionMN Help Me Grow: Infant and Toddler Intervention(866) 693-4769http://www.parentsknow.state.mn.us/parentsknow/Newborn/HelpMeGrow_SpecialNeeds/index.html

MediationMinnesota Special Education Mediation Service (MNSEMS)1500 Highway 36 WestRoseville , MN 55113(651) 582-8222(866) [email protected]://www.mnsems.state.mn.us

Mental HealthDepartment of Human ServicesP.O. Box 64988St. Paul , MN 55164-0988(651) [email protected]://www.dhs.state.mn.us

Mental Health – YouthChildren’s Mental Health DivisionDepartment of Human ServicesElmer Anderson Human Services BuildingP.O. Box 64985St. Paul , MN 55164-0985(651) [email protected]://www.dhs.state.mn.us

Preschool, DisabilitiesMinnesota Help Me Grow: Preschool Special EducationMinnesota Department of Education1500 Highway 36 WestRoseville , MN 55113(651) [email protected]://www.parentsknow.state.mn.us/parentsknow/age3_5/HelpMeGrow_SpecialNeeds/index.html

Protection & AdvocacyMinnesota Disability Law Center430 First Avenue, North, Suite 300Minneapolis , MN 55401-1780(612) 332-1441(800) [email protected]://www.mndlc.org

Relay Services (800) 627-3529 (V/TTY/ASCII); 711 (V/TTY/ASCII)(877) 627-3848 (Speech to Speech)(877) 627-5448 (Spanish)(900) 246-3323 (900 access)

Special EducationMinnesota Department of EducationSpecial Education Policy1500 Highway 36 WestRoseville , MN 55113-4266(651) 582-8590(651) 582-8201 (TTY)[email protected]://education.state.mn.us

Special Format LibraryMinnesota Braille and Talking Book Library388 S.E 6th AvenueFaribault , MN 55021-6340(507) 333-4828(800) [email protected]://education.state.mn.us/mde/Learning_Support/MN_Braille_Talking_Book_Library/index.html

Special Health Care NeedsMinnesota Children with Special Health NeedsMinnesota Department of Health85 E. 7th Place, Suite 400P.O. Box 64882St. Paul , MN 55164-0882(651) 201-3650(800) [email protected]://www.health.state.mn.us/mcshn

State Education Agency Low Incidence Representative State Web Site

Minnesota Department of Education1500 Highway 36 WestRoseville , MN 55113(651) 582-8268http://education.state.mn.us

Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.mn.us

Transition ServicesOffice of Federal Programs/Special Education PolicyMinnesota Department of Education1500 Highway 36 WestRoseville , MN 55113(651) [email protected]://education.state.mn.us

UCEDDInstitute on Community IntegrationUniversity of MinnesotaCollege of Education and Human Development102 Pattee Hall150 Pillsbury Drive SE Minneapolis , MN 55455(612) [email protected]://ici.umn.edu/

Vocational RehabilitationRehabilitation Services BranchDepartment of Employment and Economic DevelopmentFirst National Bank Building332 Minnesota Street, #E200St. Paul , MN 55101(651) 296-7510(800) [email protected]://www.deed.state.mn.us




Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]

http://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of Minnesota2380 Wycliff Street, #102St. Paul , MN 55114(651) [email protected]://www.ausm.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Council of the Blind of MinnesotaP.O. Box 7341Minneapolis , MN 55407(612) [email protected]://www.acb.org/minnesota


Blind/Visual ImpairmentsBlindness: Learning in New Dimensions, Inc. (BLIND, Inc.)100 E. 22nd StreetMinneapolis , MN , 55404-2514(612) 872-0100

[email protected]://www.afb.org

[email protected]://www.blindinc.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Minnesota34 13th Avenue, NE, Suite B001Minneapolis , MN 55413(612) 378-2742(800) 669-6442 (in MN)[email protected]://www.braininjurymn.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of MinnesotaGriggs-Midway Building1821 University Avenue West, Suite 219 SouthSt. Paul , MN 55104-2892(651) 646-7588(800) 328-4827, ext. [email protected]://www.ucpmn.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Minnesota1600 University Avenue West, Suite 205St. Paul , MN 55104(651) 287-2300(800) [email protected]://www.efmn.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Minnesota770 Transfer Road, Suite 26St. Paul , MN 55114(651) 523-0823(800) 582-5256 (in MN)[email protected]://www.TheArcofMinnesota.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Program – Children’s Home Society & Family Service2230 Como AvenueSt. Paul , MN 55108(651) 222-0311(800) 982-2303 (in MN)http://www.chsfs.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Minnesota5354 Parkdale Drive, Suite 200St. Louis Park , MN 55416(952) [email protected]://www.ldaminnesota.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Minnesota475 N Cleveland #222Saint Paul , MN 55104(800) 862-1799(651) [email protected]://www.mentalhealthmn.org

Mental HealthNAMI-Minnesota (National Alliance on Mental Illness)800 Transfer Road, Suite 7ASt. Paul , MN 55114(651) 645-2948(888) [email protected]://www.namimn.org

Mental HealthMinnesota Association for Children’s Mental Health165 Western Avenue, Suite 2St. Paul , MN , 55102(651) 644-7333(800) [email protected]://www.macmh.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of MinnesotaP.O. Box 2234Stillwater , MN , 55082(866) 334-8444(612) 210-5547http://www.familyvoicesofminnesota.org

Speech, Language, and HearingMinnesota Speech-Language-Hearing Association1000 Westgate Drive, Suite 252St. Paul , MN , 55114(651) [email protected]://www.msha.netOrganizations for Parents


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Minnesota Congress of Parents, Teachers and Students

discapacitados abriendose caminos621 Marie Ave.South St. Paul , MN , 55075(651) 293-1748(612) 963-1841 (Emergency cell)[email protected]://www.dacfamilycenter.org

1667 Snelling Avenue NorthSt. Paul , MN , 55108(651) 999-7320(800) [email protected]://www.pta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)PACER Center, Inc.8161 Normandale BoulevardMinneapolis , MN 55437-1044(952) 838-9000(952) 838-0190 (TTY)(888) 248-0822(in MN)[email protected]://www.pacer.org

Parent-to-ParentP2P at Family Voices of Minnesota10460 Arcola Trail NStillwater , MN 55082(612) [email protected] http://familyvoicesofminnesota.org

Partners in PolicymakingGovernment Training Services2233 University Avenue West, Suite 150St. Paul , MN 55114(651) 222-7409, ext. [email protected]://www.mngts.org


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX , 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingNursing Home Relocation CoordinatorMetropolitan Center for Independent Living1600 University Avenue West, Suite #16Saint Paul , MN 55104(651) [email protected]://www.mcil-mn.org

Courage Center3915 Golden Valley RoadMinneapolis , MN 55422(763) [email protected]://www.courage.org

Goodwill/Easter Seals553 Fairview Avenue NorthSt. Paul , MN 55104(651) 379-5800 (V/TTY)(800) [email protected]://www.goodwilleasterseals.org

Minnesota State Council on Disability121 E. 7th Place, Suite 107St. Paul , MN 55101(651) 361-7800 (V/TTY)(800) 945-8913 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.disability.state.mn.us

VSA arts of MinnesotaHennepin Center for the Arts528 Hennepin Avenue, Suite 305Minneapolis , MN 55403(612) 332-3888(800) [email protected]://www.vsaartsmn.org

MississippiState Agencies

ADA CenterSoutheast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NE

Assistive TechnologyMississippi Project StartP.O. Box 1698

Atlanta , GA 30324(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adasoutheast.org

Jackson , MS 39215(601) 987-4872 (V/TTY)(800) 852-8328 (V/TTY in MS)[email protected]://www.msprojectstart.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindMississippi Deaf-Blind ProjectThe University of Southern MississippiCurriculum, Instruction, and Special Education118 College Drive #5115Hattiesburg , MS 39406-0001(601) 266-5048(800) [email protected]://www.usm.edu/msdb

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsOffice of Vocational Rehabilitation for the BlindMississippi Department of Rehabilitation ServicesP.O. Box 1698Jackson , MS 39215-1698(601) 853-5100(800) [email protected]

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsMississippi School for the Blind1252 Eastover DriveJackson , MS 39211(601) [email protected]://www2.mde.k12.ms.us/msb

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Mississippi Health BenefitsDivision of Medicaid550 High Street, Suite 1000Jackson , MS 39201(877) 870-3110http://www.medicaid.state.ms.us

D D CouncilCouncil on Developmental Disabilities1101 Robert E. Lee Building239 N. Lamar St.Jackson , MS 39201(601) 359-1270http://www.cdd.ms.gov

Deaf/Hard of HearingDeaf and Hard of Hearing ServicesMississippi Department of Rehabilitation ServicesP.O. Box 1698Jackson , MS 39215-1698(601) 853-5310 (V/TTY)(800) [email protected]://www.mdrs.state.ms.us

Developmental DisabilitiesMental Retardation ServicesMississippi Department of Mental Health1101 Robert E. Lee Building239 N. Lamar StreetJackson , MS 39201(601) 359-1288http://www.dmh.state.ms.us

Early InterventionFirst Steps Early Intervention SystemMississippi Department of HealthP.O. Box 1700570 E. Woodrow WilsonJackson , MS 39215-1700(601) 576-7427(800) 451-3903 (in MS)[email protected]://www.msdh.state.ms.us

MediationMississippi Department of EducationOffice of Special EducationP.O. Box 771Jackson , MS 39205(601) [email protected]://www.mde.k12.ms.us

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health1101 Robert E. Lee Building239 N. Lamar StreetJackson , MS 39201(601) [email protected]://www.dmh.state.ms.us

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Children and Youth ServicesDepartment of Mental Health1101 Robert E. Lee Building239 N. Lamar StreetJackson , MS 39201(601) 359-1288http://www.dmh.state.ms.us

Preschool, DisabilitiesSee “Special Education”

Protection & Advocacy Relay Services

Disability Rights Mississippi210 E Capitol St., Ste 600Jackson , MS 39201(601) 968-0600 (V/TTY)(800) 772-4057 (MS only)[email protected]://www.drms.ms

(800) 582-2233 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech-English)(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech-Spanish)

Special EducationMississippi Department of EducationOffice of Special Education359 North West Street, Suite 301Jackson , MS 39205(601) 359-34981 (877) 544-0408http://www.mde.k12.ms.us/special-education

Special Format LibraryMississippi Library CommissionBlind and Physically Handicapped Library Services3881 Eastwood DriveJackson , MS 39211-6473(601) 432-4116(800) [email protected]@mlc.lib.ms.ushttp://www.mlc.lib.ms.us/bphls/

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Medical ProgramMississippi State Department of HealthP.O. Box 1700Jackson , MS 39215-1700(601) 987-3965(800) 844-0898 (National/WATS)[email protected]://www.msdh.state.ms.us

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ms.gov

Transition ServicesOffice of Special EducationMississippi Department of EducationP.O. Box 771Jackson , MS 39205(601) [email protected]://www.mde.k12.ms.us/special_education/

UCEDDThe Institute for Disability StudiesUniversity of Southern Mississippi118 College Drive, #5163Hattiesburg , MS 39406-0001(601) 266-5163(888) 671-0051 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.usm.edu/ids

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesOffice of Vocational Education and Workforce DevelopmentDepartment of EducationP.O. Box 771Jackson , MS 39205-0771(601) [email protected]://www.mde.k12.ms.us

Vocational RehabilitationMississippi Office of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Rehabilitation ServicesP.O. Box 1698Jackson , MS 39215-1698(601) [email protected]://www.mdrs.state.ms.us





AutismTo identify an autism group in your area, contact:Autism Society of America7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300Bethesda , MD 20814(301) 657-0881(800) 3-AUTISMhttp://www.autism-society.org

AutismTEAAM (Together Enhancing Autism Awareness in Mississippi)P.O. Box 37Mize , MS 39116(866) 993-2437(601) [email protected]://www.teaam.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of MississippiP.O. Box 55912Jaqkcon , MS 39296(601) 981-1021(800) [email protected]://www.msbia.org

Cerebral Palsy2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: MississippiUCP of the Mid South4189 Leroy AvenueMemphis , TN 38108(901) [email protected]://www.ucpmemphis.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Mississippi7 Lakeland Circle, Suite 600Jackson , MS 39216(601) 982-1180(800) [email protected]://www.arcms.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Mississippi4803 Harrison CircleGulfport , MS 39507(228) [email protected]

Mental HealthMental Health Association of the Capital Area407 Briarwood Drive, Suite 208Jackson , MS 39206(601) [email protected]

Mental HealthNAMI Mississippi411 Briarwood Drive, Suite 401Jackson , MS 39206(601) [email protected]

Mental HealthMississippi Families As Allies for Children’s Mental Health5166 Keele Street, Building AJackson , MS 39206(601) 981-1618(800) [email protected]@msfaacmh.orghttp://www.msfaacmh.org

Speech, Language, and HearingMississippi Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 22664Jackson , MS 39225-2664(800) [email protected]://www.mshausa.org


Other Parent OrganizationSAFE KIDS Mississippi1304 Vine StreetJackson , MS 39202(601) 360-0531(877) 706-8741 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.mssafekids.com

Other Parent OrganizationParents for Public Schools of Jackson200 North Congress Street, Suite 500Jackson , MS 39201(601) 969-6015(601) 969-6041 (fax)[email protected]

Other Parent OrganizationParents United TogetherP.O. Box 2121Madison , MS [email protected]://www.parentsunitedtogether.com

Other Parent OrganizationEMPOWERP.O. Box 1733Greenville , MS 38702-1733(662) 332-4852(800) [email protected]://www.msempower.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Mississippi Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.P.O. Box 1937Jackson , MS 39215(601) 352-7383(800) [email protected]://www.mississippipta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)MS Parent Training and Information Center2 Old River Place, Suite AJackson , MS 39202(601) 969-0601(800) [email protected]://www.mspti.org



Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Toy Library and Technology Learning CenterUniversity of Southern MississippiGulf Park Campus730 E. Beach BoulevardLong Beach , MS 95650(228) [email protected]://www.usm.edu/tlc

VSA MississippiP. O. Box 2364Jackson , MS 39225-2364(601) [email protected]://www.vsartsms.org

Missouri

State Agencies

ADA CenterGreat Plains ADA Center

Assistive TechnologyMissouri Assistive Technology

100 Corporate Lake DriveColumbia , MO 65203(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(573) 882-3600 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adaproject.org

1501 NW Jefferson St.Blue Springs , MO 64015(816) 655-6702(800) [email protected]://www.at.mo.gov

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindRehabilitation Services for the BlindFamily Support Division615 Howerton CourtP.O. Box 2320Jefferson City , MO 65102-2320(573) 751-4249(800) [email protected]://www.dss.mo.gov/fsd/rsb/index.htm

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindMissouri School for the Blind3815 Magnolia AvenueSt. Louis , MO 63110(314) 776-4320(800) 622-5672http://www.msb.k12.mo.us

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)MO HealthNet for Kids (MHK)Missouri Department of Social Services221 West High Street P.O. Box 1527Jefferson City , MO 65102-1527(888) 275-5908http://www.dss.mo.gov/mhk/index.htm

D D CouncilMissouri Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities1706 E. ElmP.O. Box 687Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) 751-8611(800) [email protected]://www.mpcdd.com

Deaf/Hard of HearingMissouri School for the Deaf505 E. 5th StreetFulton , MO 65251-1799(573) 592-4000http://www.msd.k12.mo.us

Deaf/Hard of HearingMissouri Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing1103 Rear Southwest BoulevardJefferson City , MO 65109(573) 526-5205 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.mcdhh.mo.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities1706 E. ElmP.O. Box 687Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) 751-8676(800) 207-9329http://www.dmh.mo.gov

Early InterventionFirst StepsSpecial Education Services, DESEP.O. Box 480 Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) 522-8762(866) [email protected]://dese.mo.gov/se/fs/whatisfs.html

MediationSpecial Education ComplianceMissouri Department of Elementary and Secondary EducationP.O. Box 480Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) [email protected]://www.dese.mo.gov/divspeced/

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health1706 East ElmP.O. Box 687Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) 751-3070(800) 364-9687http://www.dmh.mo.gov

Mental Health – Youth Preschool, Disabilities

Missouri Department of Mental HealthP.O. Box 687Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) [email protected]://www.dmh.mo.gov

Special Education Compliance SectionDepartment of Elementary and Secondary EducationP.O. Box 480Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) [email protected]://www.dese.mo.gov/divspeced/

Protection & AdvocacyMissouri P&A Services925 S. Country Club DriveJefferson City , MO 65109(573) 893-3333(800) [email protected]://www.moadvocacy.org


Special EducationDivision of Special EducationDepartment of Elementary and Secondary EducationP.O. Box 480Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) [email protected]://www.dese.mo.gov/divspeced/

Special Format LibraryWolfner Library for the Blind and Physically HandicappedP.O. Box 387Jefferson City , MO 65102-0387(573) 751-8720(800) 392-2614 (in MO)(800) 347-1379 (TTY/ in MO)[email protected]://www.sos.mo.gov/wolfner/

Special Health Care NeedsSpecial Health Care NeedsDepartment of Health and Senior Services930 Wildwood DriveP.O. Box 570Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) 751-6246(800) 451-0669http://www.dhss.mo.gov

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of stateagencies and information, including how to contact your governorand/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.mo.gov/

Transition ServicesSpecial Education Effective Practices SectionDepartment of Elementary and Secondary EducationP.O. Box 480Jefferson City , MO 65102-0480(573) [email protected]://www.dese.mo.gov

UCEDDUMKC Institute for Human Development215 W. Pershing, 6th FloorKansas City , MO 64108(816) 235-1770(800) 452-1185 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ihd.umkc.edu

Vocational Education, Disabilities1 – State AgenciesState: MissouriCareer Education Special NeedsCivil Rights Compliance and Title IX CoordinatorDepartment of Elementary and Secondary EducationP.O. Box 480Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) [email protected]://www.dese.mo.gov/divcareered/civil_rights_compliance.htm

Vocational Rehabilitation1 – State AgenciesState: MissouriDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Education3024 Dupont CircleJefferson City , MO 65109-0525(573) 751-3251http://www.vr.dese.mo.gov





AutismTo identify an autism group in your area, contact:Autism Society of America7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300Bethesda , MD 20814(301) 657-0881(800) 3-AUTISMhttp://www.autism-society.org

AutismMO-FEAT, Missouri-Families for Effective Autism Treatment2388 Schuetz Rd., Suite A-49St. Louis , MO 63146(314) 993-0806(877) [email protected]://www.mofeat.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]:// www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Missouri10270 Page Avenue, Suite 100St. Louis , MO 63132(314) 426-4024(800) [email protected]://www.biamo.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater St. Louis8645 Old Bonhomme RoadSt. Louis , MO 63132-3999(314) [email protected]://www.ucpa.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of the St. Louis Region7100 Oakland AvenueSt. Louis , MO 63117(314) 645-6969(800) [email protected]://www.stl-epil.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of MissouriP.O. Box 3303Springfield , MO 65808-3303(417) 864-5110(800) [email protected]://www.ldamo.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Greater St. Louis1905 S. Grand BoulevardSt. Louis , MO 63104-1542(314) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.mhagstl.org

Mental HealthNational Alliance on Mental Illness Missouri1001 Southwest Boulevard, Suite EJefferson City , MO 65109(573) 634-7727(800) [email protected]; [email protected]

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of Missouri, Inc.811 N. Fremont AvenueSpringfield , MO 65802(417) [email protected]://www.familyvoices.org/states.php?state=mo

Speech, Language, and HearingMissouri Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationCentral Office2000 E. Broadway, PMB-296Columbia , MO 65201(888) [email protected]://www.showmemsha.orgOrganizations for Parents

Other Parent OrganizationSpecial Health Care Needs Family Partnershipc/o Miller County Health CenterP.O. Box 2Tuscumbia , MO 65082(573) 369-2359(866) [email protected]://www.dhss.mo.gov/FamilyPartnership

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Missouri Congress of Parents and Teachers2100 I-70 Drive, S.W.Columbia , MO 65203(573) 445-4161(800) [email protected]://www.mopta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Missouri Parents Act (MPACT)8301 State Line Road, Suite 204Kansas City , MO 64114(816) 531-7070(800) 743-7634 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ptimpact.org

Parent-to-ParentMissouri Family to Family Resource CenterUMKC Institute for Human DevelopmentA University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities215 W. Pershing, 6th FloorKansas City , MO 64108(800) [email protected]://mofamilytofamily.org

Partners in PolicymakingMissouri Planning Council for Developmental DisabilitiesP.O. Box 687Jefferson City , MO 65102(573) 751-8611(800) 500-7878 (in MO)[email protected]://www.mpcdd.com




Missouri Department of Health and Senior ServicesDivision of Community & Public HealthSpecial Health Care Needs

Easter Seals Missouri, Inc.13975 Manchester RoadManchester , MO 63011

930 WildwoodJefferson City , MO 65102(573) [email protected]://www.dhss.mo.gov/SHCN/HeadInjury

(636) [email protected]://www.mo.easterseals.com

AbilityArtsPO Box 1763Columbia , MO 65205(573) 875-2782(866) [email protected]://www.abilityarts.org

Montana

State Agencies

ADA CenterRocky Mountain ADA Center3630 Sinton Road, Suite 103Colorado Springs , CO 80907(719) 444-0268 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adainformation.org/

Assistive TechnologyMonTECHThe University of Montana, Rural Institute, MonTECH Program634 Eddy Avenue, CHC-009Missoula , MT 59812(406) 243-5676(800) 732-0323 (V/TTY)[email protected]://montech.ruralinstitute.umt.edu/

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsBlind and Low Vision ServicesState Vocational Rehabilitation Program for the Blind or Visually ImpairedP.O. Box 4210Helena , MT 59604-4210(406) 444-2590 (V/TTY)(877) [email protected]

CHIP (Health care for low-income uninsured children)Montana CHIPP.O. Box 202951Helena , MT 59620-2951(406) 444-6971(877) [email protected]://www.chip.mt.gov

D D CouncilMontana Council on Developmental DisabilitiesP.O. Box 526Helena , MT 59624(406) 443-4371(866) 443-4332 (in MT only)[email protected]://www.mtcdd.org

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindMontana Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (MDHHS)11 38th Street NorthGreat Falls , MT 59405(406) 771-9053(406) 771-9194 (TTY)[email protected]

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindMontana School for the Deaf and the Blind3911 Central AvenueGreat Falls , MT 59405-1697(406) 771-6000 (V/TTY);(800) [email protected]://www.msdb.mt.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDisability Services DivisionDepartment of Public Health and Human ServicesP.O. Box 4210Helena , MT 59604-4210(406) [email protected]://www.dphhs.mt.gov/dsd/govt_programs/vrp/vrs/

Early InterventionDevelopmental Disabilities ProgramDepartment of Public Health and Human ServicesP.O. Box 4210Helena , MT 59604-4210(406) [email protected]

MediationEarly Assistance ProgramMontana Office of Public InstructionP.O. Box 202501Helena , MT 59620-2501(406) 444-5664http://www.opi.mt.gov

http://www.dphhs.mt.govMental HealthAddictive and Mental Disorders DivisionDepartment of Public Health and Human ServicesP.O. Box 202905Helena , MT 59620-2905(406) [email protected]://www.dphhs.mt.gov/

Mental Health – ChildrenChildren’s Mental Health BureauHealth Resources DivisionDepartment of Public Health and Human Services1400 Broadway – Cogswell Building – Room A116P.O. Box 202951Helena , MT 59620-2951(406) 444-4540http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/mentalhealth/children

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice of Public InstructionP. O. Box 202501Helena , MT 59620-2501(406) 444-4425(888) [email protected]://www.opi.mt.gov

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Montana1022 Chestnut StreetHelena , MT 59601(800) 245-4743 (V/TTY)(406) [email protected]://www.disabilityrightsmt.org


Special EducationSpecial Education DivisionMontana Office of Public InstructionP.O. Box 202501Helena , MT 59620-2501(888) 231-9393(406) [email protected]://www.opi.mt.gov/Programs/SpecialEd/Index.html

Special Format LibraryMontana Talking Book Library1515 E. Sixth AvenueP.O. Box 201800Helena , MT 59620-1800(406) 444-2064(800) [email protected]://msl.mt.gov/tbl/tbl.asp

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Special Health ServicesHealth Care Resources BureauDepartment of Public Health and Human ServicesP. O. Box 202951Helena , MT 59620 -2951(406) [email protected]://[email protected]

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.mt.gov/

Transition ServicesDivision of Special EducationOffice of Public InstructionP.O. Box 202501Helena , MT 59620(888) 231-9393(406) [email protected]://www.opi.mt.gov/Programs/SpecialEd/

UCEDDThe University of Montana Rural InstituteCenter for Excellence in Disability Education, Research, and Service52 Corbin HallMissoula , MT 59812(406) 243-5467(800) 732-0322(406) 243-5467 (TTY)[email protected]

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesCareer, Technical and Adult EducationOffice of Public InstructionP.O. Box 202501Helena , MT 59620-2501(888) 231-9393(406) [email protected]://www.opi.mt.gov/Programs/CTAE/index.html

http://ruralinstitute.umt.eduVocational RehabilitationVocational Rehabilitation ProgramsDepartment of Public Health and Human ServicesP. O. Box 4210Helena , MT 59604-4210(406) [email protected]://www.dphhs.mt.gov/dsd/govt_programs/vrp/vrs/Disability Specific Organizations




AutismAutism Society North Central Montanac/o Sandi HurshPO Box 2506Great Falls , MT 59403(406) 454-9004 [email protected]


Blind/Visual ImpairmentsMontana Association for the BlindP.O. Box 465Helena , MT 59624-0465(406) 442-9411

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Montana1280 S. 3rd West, Suite 4Missoula , MT 59801(406) 541-6442(800) [email protected]://www.biamt.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesYellowstone Arc602 18th Street, W.Billings , MT 59102(406) 652-5510

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Montana3544 Toboggan RoadBillings , MT 59101(406) [email protected]://www.ldaofmt.org

Mental HealthMontana Mental Health AssociationP.O. Box 88Bozeman , MT , 59771(406) 589-7774(888) [email protected]://www.montanamentalhealth.org

Mental HealthFamily Support Network (FSN)1211 Grand, Suite 6Billings , MT , 59102(406) [email protected]://www.mtfamilysupport.org/

Speech, Language, and HearingMontana Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationBox 215Miles City , MT 59301(406) [email protected]://www.mshaonline.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Montana Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.P.O. Box 6448Great Falls , MT 59406(406) [email protected]://www.montanapta.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)IDEA PTA (Individuals with Diverse and Exceptional Abilities)P.O. Box 7724Missoula , MT 59807(406) [email protected]

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parents, Let’s Unite For Kids (PLUK)516 N. 32nd StreetBillings , MT 59101-6003(406) 255-0540(800) 222-7585 (MT only)[email protected]://www.pluk.org

Parent-to-ParentContact Parent Training and Information Center (PTI).




Easter Seals-Goodwill Northern Rocky Mountains, Inc.4400 Central AvenueGreat Falls , MT 59405(406) 761-3680 (V/TTY);(800) [email protected]://www.esgw-nrm.easterseals.com

Montana Center on DisabilitiesMontana State University-Billings1500 University Drive, CEHS BuildingBillings , MT 59101(888) 866-3822 (V/TTY)http://www.msubillings.edu/mtcd

Support & Techniques for Empowering People (S.T.E.P.) Inc.1501 14th Street West, Suite 210Billings , MT 59102(888) 866-3822 (V/TTY)http://www.msubillings.edu/mtcd

VSA arts of Montana200 N. Adams, MCT, Broadway StudioP.O. Box 7225Missoula , MT 59807(406) [email protected]

NebraskaState Agencies

ADA CenterGreat Plains ADA Center100 Corporate Lake DriveColumbia , MO 65203(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(573) 882-3600 (V/TTY)

Assistive TechnologyNebraska Assistive Technology Partnership3901 N. 27th Street, Suite 5Lincoln , NE 68521(402) 471-0734 (V/TTY)(888) 806-6287 (V/TTY)

[email protected]://www.adaproject.org

(308) 784-4525 – Education Services(888) 806-6287 – Equipment [email protected]://www.atp.ne.gov

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsNebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired4600 Valley Road, Suite 100 Lincoln , NE 68510(402) [email protected]://www.ncbvi.ne.gov

ChildFind: Birth through 21Nebraska ChildFind5143 S. 48th Street, Suite CLincoln , NE 68516-2204(888) 806-6287 (in NE)(402) [email protected]://www.childfind.ne.gov

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services Finance and Support(Kids Connection)P.O. Box 95026Lincoln , NE 68509-5026(877) 632-5437(402) [email protected]://www.dhhs.ne.gov

D D CouncilNebraska Planning Council on Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Health and Human Services301 Centennial Mall SouthP.O. Box 95044Lincoln , NE 68509(402) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.hhs.state.ne.us/ddplanning/

Deaf-BlindNebraska Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired4600 Valley Road, Suite 100Lincoln , NE 68510(402) [email protected]://www.ncbvi.ne.gov

Deaf/Hard of HearingNebraska Department of EducationESU #9P.O. Box 2047 Hastings , NE 68901(800) 311-2065 (Parent Number)(402) [email protected]

Deaf/Hard of HearingNebraska Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing4600 Valley Road, Suite 420Lincoln , NE 68510-4844(800) 545-6244 (in NE)(402) 471-3593 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.ncdhh.ne.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesNebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesP.O. Box 98947Lincoln , NE 68509-8947(402) [email protected]://www.hhs.state.ne.us/

Early InterventionNebraska Department of Education301 Centennial Mall SouthP.O. Box 94987 Lincoln , NE 68509-4987(402) [email protected]://edn.ne.gov/

Early InterventionNebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesP.O. Box 95026 Lincoln , NE 68509-5026(402) [email protected]://www.hhs.state.ne.us

MediationSpecial Populations OfficeNebraska Department of Education301 Centennial Mall SouthP.O. Box 94987Lincoln , NE 68509-4987(402) 471-4304

Mental HealthDivision of Behavioral Health ServicesNebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesP.O. Box 98925Lincoln , NE 68509-8925(402) [email protected]

[email protected]://www.nde.state.ne.us/SPED/mediation/index.html

http://www.hhs.state.ne.us

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Behavioral Health ServicesDHHS Division of Behavioral HealthP.O. Box 98925 Lincoln , NE 68509-8925(402) 471-7820(402) 440-2434 (cell)[email protected]

Preschool, DisabilitiesSpecial Populations OfficeNebraska Department of Education301 Centennial Mall SouthP.O. Box 94987Lincoln , NE 68509-4987(402) [email protected]://www.nde.state.ne.us

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Nebraska134 South 13th Street, Suite 600Lincoln , NE 68508(800) 422-6691(402) [email protected]://www.disabilityrightsnebraska.org/

Relay Services28 (Spanish)(800) 833-0920 (V); 711 (TTY)(800) 833-7352 (TTY/ASCII)(888) 696-0629 (Fast ASCII)(888) 272-5527 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationSpecial Populations OfficeNebraska Department of Education301 Centennial Mall SouthP.O. Box 94987Lincoln , NE 68509-4987(402) 471-2471 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.education.ne.gov/sped/

Special Format LibraryNebraska Library CommissionTalking Book and Braille ServiceThe Atrium1200 N Street, Suite 120Lincoln , NE 68508-2023(800) 742-7691(402) [email protected]://www.nlc.state.ne.us/tbbs/

Special Health Care NeedsNebraska Department of Health and Human ServicesP.O. Box 95026Lincoln , NE 68509-5026(402) [email protected]://www.dhhs.ne.gov

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.nebraska.gov/index.phtml

Transition ServicesSpecial Populations OfficeNebraska Department of Education6949 S. 110th StreetOmaha , NE 68128(402) [email protected]://www.nde.state.ne.us/SPED/sped.html

UCEDDMunroe-Meyer Institute for Genetics and RehabilitationUniversity of Nebraska Medical Center985450 Nebraska Medical CenterOmaha , NE 68198-5450(402) 559-6430(800) [email protected]://www.unmc.edu/mmi

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesSchool CounselingNebraska Department of Education301 Centennial Mall SouthP.O. Box 94987Lincoln , NE 68509-4987(402) [email protected]://www.nde.state.ne.us/CARED/

Vocational RehabilitationVocational RehabilitationNebraska Department of Education301 Centennial Mall South, 6th FloorP. O. Box 94987Lincoln , NE 68509-4987(402) [email protected]://www.vocrehab.state.ne.us


Attention Deficit Disorder



Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of NebraskaPO Box 83559Lincoln , NE 68501(402) 637-5670(800) [email protected]://www.autismnebraska.org

AutismFamilies for Effective Autism Treatment(FEAT of Nebraska)P O Box 84154Lincoln , NE 68501-4154(402) [email protected]://www.featofnebraska.com

AutismNebraska Autism Spectrum Disorders NetworkNebraska Department of EducationUniversity of Nebraska – LincolnLincoln , NE 68588(402) 472-7211http://www.unl.edu/asdnetwork


Cerebral PalsyUCP of Nebraska10730 Pacific Street, Suite 43 Omaha , NE 68114(800) 729-2556(402) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.ucp.org

EpilepsySioux Land Epilepsy Support Group Inc.4230 Hickory Lane, Suite 414 Sioux City , IA 51106(712) [email protected]

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Nebraska1672 Van Dorn StreetLincoln , NE 68502(402) [email protected]://www.arc-nebraska.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Nebraska6805 Grover StreetOmaha , NE 68106-3604(402) [email protected]://www.ldanebraska.org

Mental Health2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: NebraskaNebraska Family Support Network3568 Dodge Street, Suite #2Omaha , NE 68131-3222(800) 245-6081(402) 345-0791, Ext. [email protected]

Mental Health2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: NebraskaNAMI-Nebraska1941 S. 42nd Street, Suite 517Omaha , NE 68105(877) 463-6264(402) [email protected]://www.nami.org/sites/ne

Speech, Language, and HearingNebraska Speech-Language-Hearing Association455 S. 11th Street, Suite ALincoln , NE , 68508-2105(402) [email protected]

http://www.nslha.orgOrganizations for Parents

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Nebraska Congress of Parents and Teachers13304 W. Center Road, Suite 221Omaha , NE , 68144(402) [email protected]://www.nebraskapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)PTI Nebraska6805 Grover StreetOmaha , NE , 68106(800) 284-8520 (in NE)(402) [email protected]://www.pti-nebraska.org

Parent-To-ParentParent to Parent Network201 S. MillerNorfolk , NE , 68702(877) 379-9926(402) [email protected]://www.parent-parent.org


Independent LivingNebraska Statewide Independent Living Council215 Centennial Mall South, Suite 210 Lincoln , NE 68508(402) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.nesilc.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor Washington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V);(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

The Ollie Webb Center Pilot Parents1941 S. 42nd Street, Suite 122Omaha , NE 68105(402) 346-5220http://www.olliewebbinc.org

Easter Seals Nebraska638 N. 109th PlazaOmaha , NE 68154(800) 650-9880(402) [email protected]://ne.easterseals.com

Answers 4 Families121 S. 13th Street, Suite 302Lincoln , NE 68588-0227(800) 746-8420(402) [email protected]://www.answers4families.org

People First of Nebraska345 S. G Street Broken Bow , NE 68822(308) [email protected]://www.peoplefirstofnebraska.org

Nevada

State Agencies

ADA CenterPacific ADA Center555 12th Street, Suite 1030Oakland , CA 94607

Assistive TechnologyNevada Assistive Technology CollaborativeOffice of Disability Services3656 Research Way, Suite 32

(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(510) 285-5600 (V/[email protected]://www.adapacific.org

Carson City , NV 89706(775) 687-4452;(775) 687-3388 (TTY)[email protected]

Assistive TechnologyNevada Special Education Technology Assistance ProjectP.O. Box 603Carson City , NV 89702(775) [email protected]

Blind/Visual Impairments/Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-BlindDepartment of Employment, Training and RehabilitationRehabilitation DivisionBureau of Services to the Blind and Visually Impaired1370 S. Curry Street Carson City , NV 89703(775) 684-4244http://www.nvdetr.org/rehab/reh_bvi.htm

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Division of Health Care Financing and PolicyNevada Check Up1100 East Williams Street, Ste 200Carson City , NV 89701(800) 360-6044(775) 684-3777http://www.nevadacheckup.state.nv.us/

D D CouncilNV Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities896 West Nye Lane, Ste. #202Carson City , NV 89703(775) [email protected]

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Mental Health and Developmental ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services4126 Technology Way, Suite 201Carson City , NV 89706(775) [email protected]://mhds.state.nv.us

Early InterventionIDEA Part C Officec/o Part C Coordinator4126 Technology Way, Ste 100Carson City , NV 89706(800) 522-0066(775) [email protected]://health.nv.gov/BEIS.htm

MediationNevada Department of Education700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 113Carson City , NV 89701(775) 687-9170http://www.doe.nv.gov

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health and Developmental ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services4126 Technology Way, Suite 201Carson City , NV 89706(775) [email protected]://mhds.state.nv.us

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Child and Family ServicesDepartment of Human Resources4126 Technology Way, 3rd FloorCarson City , NV 89706(775) 684-4400http://dcfs.state.nv.us

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice of Special Education, Elementary and Secondary Education, and School Improvement ProgramsNevada Department of Education700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 113Carson City , NV 89701(775) 687-9170http://www.doe.nv.gov

Protection & AdvocacyNevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center6039 Eldora Avenue, Suite C Las Vegas , NV 89102(888) 349-3843 (toll-free)(702) 257-8150(702) 257-8160 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ndalc.org


Special EducationOffice of Special Education, Elementary and Secondary Education, and School Improvement ProgramsNevada Department of Education700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 113Carson City , NV 89701-5096

Special Format LibraryNevada Talking Book Services100 North Stewart StreetCarson City , NV 89701-4285(800) 922-9334(775) 684-3354(775) 687-8338 (TTY)

(775) [email protected]://www.doe.nv.gov

[email protected]://www.nevadaculture.org

Special Health Care NeedsTitle V – MCH & CYSHCNNevada State Health DivisionDepartment of Health and Human Services4150 Technology Way, Suite 210Carson City , NV 89706(775) [email protected]://health.nv.gov

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.nv.gov/

Transition ServicesNevada Department of EducationOffice of Special Education1820 E Sahara, Suite 208 Las Vegas , NV 89104(702) [email protected]://www.doe.nv.gov/

UCEDDNevada Center for Excellence in DisabilitiesUniversity of Nevada, RenoMail Stop 285 Reno , NV 89557(775) 784-4921(800) 216-7988(775) 327-5234 (TTY)http://nced.info/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesOffice of Career, Technical and Adult EducationDepartment of Education700 E. Fifth Street, Suite 111Carson City , NV 89701-5096(775) [email protected]://www.doe.nv.gov

Vocational RehabilitationRehabilitation DivisionDepartment of Employment, Training, and Rehabilitation1370 S. Curry StreetCarson City , NV 89703(775) [email protected]://detr.state.nv.us/rehab/index.htm





AutismAutism Society of Northern Nevada3490 Southampton DriveReno , NV 9509-8911(775) [email protected]://www.nnasa.org/

AutismAutism Coalition Of Nevada1790 Vassar St.Reno , NV 89502(775) [email protected]://www.aconv.org/

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]

Brain InjuryNevada Community Enrichment Program6375 W. Charleston Boulevard, Suite L200/WCLLas Vegas , NV 89146(702) [email protected]://www.accessiblespace.org

http://www.afb.orgCerebral PalsyCP Parent Network of NevadaPO Box 3655Incline Village , NV 89450(775) [email protected]

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesOpportunity Village6300 W. Oakey BoulevardLas Vegas , NV , 89146(702) [email protected]://www.opportunityvillage.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of America4156 Library RoadPittsburgh , PA 15234(888) 300-6710(412) 341-1515http://www.ldaamerica.org

Mental HealthNAMI Nevada1170 Curti DriveReno , NV 89502(775) 322-1346http://www.nami-nevada.org/

Special Health Care NeedsFamily-to-Family Health Information Center at Family TIES of Nevada3100 Mill Street, Suite #117Reno , NV 89502(866) 326-8437 (toll free)(775) 823-9500 (Reno office)(702) 740-4200 (Las Vegas office)[email protected]://www.familytiesnv.org/

Speech, Language, and HearingNevada Speech-Language and Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 7313Reno , NV 89510-7313(702) [email protected]://www.nvsha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Nevada Parent-Teacher Association6134 W. Charleston Boulevard Las Vegas , NV 89146(800) 782-7201(702) [email protected]://www.nevadapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Nevada PEP2101 S. Jones Blvd, Suite 120Las Vegas , NV 89146(800) 216-5188 (in NV)(702) 388-8899(775) 448-9950 Satellite Office [email protected]://www.nvpep.org

Parent-To-ParentFamily TIES of Nevada3100 Mill Street, Suite 117Reno , NV 89502(866) 326-8437(775) [email protected]://www.familytiesnv.org/


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000 Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232(713) 520-5136 (TTY)

Independent LivingNorthern Nevada Center for Independent Living999 Pyramid WaySparks , NV 89431(800) 552-5588(775) 353-3599 V/[email protected]://www.nncil.org

[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingSouthern Nevada Center for Independent Living6039 Eldora Avenue Suite H-8Las Vegas , NV 89146(800) 870-7003(702) 889-4216 V/[email protected]://www.sncil.org/

Disability Resources, Inc.155 Glendale Avenue, Suite 11Sparks , NV 89431(775) [email protected]://disabilityresourcesonline.org

Easter Seals Sierra Nevada6100 Neil Road, Suite 201Reno , NV 89511(800) 228-7102(775) [email protected]://www.sierra.easterseals.com

Easter Seals Southern Nevada6200 W. Oakey BoulevardLas Vegas , NV 89146(702) [email protected]://www.eastersealssn.org

VSA arts of NevadaAt the Lake Mansion250 Court Street Reno , NV 89501(775) [email protected]://vsanevada.org

New Hampshire

State Agencies

ADA CenterNew England ADA Center180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1Boston , MA 02114(617) 695-1225 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.newenglandada.org

Assistive TechnologyAssistive Technology in New Hampshire-ATinNHInstitute on Disability/UCEDUniversity of New Hampshire10 W. Edge Drive, Suite 101Durham , NH 03824(603) [email protected]://www.iod.unh.edu

Blind/Visual Impairments/Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-BlindDivision of Family Assistance129 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) 271-4238http://www.dhhs.state.nh.us

Career & Technical EducationNew Hampshire Department of EducationBureau of Career Development21 S. Fruit Street, Suite 20Concord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)New Hampshire Healthy Kids25 Hall Street Suite 302Concord , NH 03301(877) 464-2447http://www.nhhealthykids.com/

D D CouncilNew Hampshire Council on Developmental DisabilitiesWalker Building21 S. Fruit Street, Suite 22Concord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]

http://www.NHDDC.com

Developmental DisabilitiesBureau of Developmental Services105 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.dhhs.state.nh.us

Early InterventionFamily-Centered Early Supports and ServicesBureau of Developmental ServicesConcord , NH 03301(603) 271-5122(800) 852-3345, ext. 5122 (in NH)[email protected]://www.dhhs.nh.gov/dcbcs/bds/earlysupport/

MediationNew Hampshire Department of EducationOffice of Legislation and Hearings101 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/laws/hearinginfo.htm

Mental HealthBureau of Behavioral HealthDepartment of Health and Human Services105 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.dhhs.state.nh.us/

Mental Health – YouthChildren’s Mental Health ServicesBureau of Behavioral HealthDepartment of Health and Human ServicesState Office Park South105 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.dhhs.state.nh.us/

Governor’s Commission on Disability57 Regional DriveConcord , NH 03301-8518(603) 271-2773(800) 852-3405 (in NH)[email protected]://www.nh.gov/disability

Preschool, DisabilitiesBureau of Special EducationNew Hampshire Department of Education101 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.ed.state.nh.us

Protection & AdvocacyDisabilities Rights Center, Inc.18 Low AvenueConcord , NH 03301(603) 228-0432(800) 834-1721 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.drcnh.org

Relay Services (800) 735-2964 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 735-1245 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationBureau of Special EducationNew Hampshire Department of Education101 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) 271-6693http://www.ed.state.nh.us

Special Format LibraryTalking Book Services, New Hampshire State LibraryGovernor Gallen State Office Park, Dolloff Building117 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.state.nh.us/nhsl/talking_books/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.nh.us/

Transition ServicesBureau of Special EducationNew Hampshire Department of Education101 Pleasant StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.ed.state.nh.us

UCEDDInstitute on Disability/UCED56 Old Suncook Road Concord , NH 03301(603) 228-2084(800) 238-2048 (in NH)(603) 862-4320 (TTY)

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Adult Learning and RehabilitationNew Hampshire Department of Education21 S. Fruit Street, Suite 20Concord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.ed.state.nh.us/education/




Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , D, 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of New HampshireP.O. Box 68Concord , NH 03302-0068(603) [email protected]://www.nhautism.com

Blind/Visual Impairments

American Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of New Hampshire109 N. State Street, Suite 2Concord , NH 03301(603) 225-8400(800) 773-8400 (in NH only)[email protected]://www.bianh.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingNortheast Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, Inc. (NDHHS)57 Regional DriveConcord , NH 03301(603) 224-1850(800) 492-0407(866) 634-4764 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ndhhs.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire & Maine

Learning DisabilitiesNew Hampshire Branch of the International Dyslexia Association

540 Gallivan Blvd., 2nd FloorBoston , MA 02124(888) 576-9996(617) [email protected]://www.efmarinhme.org

P.O. Box 3724Concord , NH 03302-3724(603) [email protected]://www.nhida.org

Learning DisabilitiesThe Learning Disabilities Association of New HampshireP.O. Box 127Concord , NH [email protected]://www.ldanh.org

Mental HealthGranite State Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Healthc/o ACS340 Commercial Street, 2nd FloorManchester , NH 03101(603) [email protected]

Mental HealthNAMI New Hampshire(National Alliance on Mental Illness New Hampshire)15 Green StreetConcord , NH 03301(603) 225-5359(800) 242-6264 (in NH)[email protected]://www.naminh.org

Special Health Care NeedsNew Hampshire Family Voices129 Pleasant St.Concord , NH 03301(603) 271-4525(800) 852-3345, ext. [email protected]://www.nhfv.org

Speech, Language, and HearingNew Hampshire Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Inc.P.O. Box 1538Concord , NH 03302-1538(603) [email protected]


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)New Hampshire PTA47 Kendall Hill RoadMont Vernon , NH 03057(603) 673-7555(877) [email protected]://www.nhpta1.org/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent Information Center (PIC)P.O. Box 2405Concord , NH 03302-2405(603) 224-7005 (V/TTY)(800) 947-7005 (In NH)[email protected]://www.picnh.org/

Parent-To-ParentParent to ParentP.O. Box 622Hanover , NH 03755-0622(603) 448-6393(800) 698-5465 (In NH and VT, only)[email protected]://www.p2pnh.org

Partners in PolicymakingInstitute on Disability/UCEUniversity of New Hampshire, The Concord Center56 Old Suncook Road, Suite 2Concord , NH 03301(603) [email protected]://www.iod.unh.edu/


Independent LivingNew Hampshire Statewide Independent Living Councilc/o Governor’s Commission on Disability57 Regional DriveConcord , NH 03301

Independent LivingGranite State Independent Living21 Chenell DriveConcord , NH 03301(603) 228-9680800-826-3700 (V/TTY)

(603) 271-0476(800) [email protected]://www.silcnh.org

http://www.gsil.org

Easter Seals New Hampshire555 Auburn StreetManchester , NH 03103(603) 623-8863 (V/TTY)(800) [email protected]://www.eastersealsnh.org

Education-A-Must(for advocacy services for children with physical, emotional, behavioral, or learning disabilities)P.O. Box 216East Derry , NH 03041-0216(603) [email protected]://www.education-a-must.com

New Hampshire ChallengeP.O. Box 579Dover , NH 03821-0579(603) 742-0500(800) [email protected]://www.nhchallenge.org

VSA arts of New HampshireP.O. Box 908Concord , NH 03302-0908(603) [email protected]://www.vsaartsnh.org

New Jersey

State Agencies

ADA CenterNortheast ADA CenterEmployment and Disability InstituteCornell University201 Dolgen HallIthaca , NY 14853(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY/Spanish)(607) 255-6686 (V/TTY/Spanish)[email protected]://www.northeastada.org

Assistive TechnologyContact “Protection and Advocacy Agency.”

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsCommission for the Blind and Visually ImpairedNew Jersey Department of Human Services153 Halsey Street, 6th FloorP.O. Box 47017Newark , NJ 07101(973) 648-2324http://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/cbvi/home/

CHIP(health care for low-income uninsured children)New Jersey Family CareP.O. Box 4818Trenton , NJ 08650-4818(800) 701-0710http://www.njfamilycare.org

D D CouncilNew Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities20 W. State Street, 7th floorP. O. Box 700Trenton , NJ 08625-0700(609) [email protected]://www.njddc.org

Deaf-BlindNew Jersey Association of the Deaf-Blind24K World Fair DriveSummerset , NJ 08873(732) 805-1912 (V/TTY)http://www.njadb.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingDivision of the Deaf and Hard of HearingNew Jersey Department of Human Services

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesNew Jersey Department of Human Services

P. O. Box 074Trenton , NJ 08625-0074(800) 792-8339 (V/TTY in NJ only)(609) 984-7281 (V/TTY)(866) 771-7947 VP (Video Phone)[email protected]://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/ddhh/home/

P.O. Box 726Trenton , NJ 08625-0726(609) 631-2200(800) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/ddd/home/

Early InterventionDepartment of Health and Senior ServicesDivision of Family Health ServicesEarly Intervention System50 E. State StreetP. O. Box 364Trenton , NJ 08625-0364(888) 653-4463 (NJEIS Referral)(609) 777-7734(800) 322-8174 (Childfind Birth-21)[email protected]://www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/eis/index.shtml

MediationOffice of Special Education ProgramsNew Jersey Department of Education100 Riverview PlazaP.O. Box 500Trenton , NJ 08625-0500(609) 984-1286http://www.state.nj.us/education/

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health ServicesNew Jersey Department of Human Services50 E. State Street, Capital CenterP. O. Box 727Trenton , NJ 08625-0727(800) 382-6717(609) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/humanservices/dmhs/home/

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Child Behavioral Health Services50 E. State Street, 4th FloorP.O. Box 717Trenton , NJ ,08625-0717(609) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/dcf/behavioral

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice of Special Education ProgramsNew Jersey Department of Education100 Riverview PlazaP. O. Box 500Trenton , NJ 08625-0500(609) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/education

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights New Jersey210 S. Broad Street, 3rd FloorTrenton , NJ 08608(800) 922-7233 (in NJ)(609) 292-9742(609) 633-7106 (TTY)[email protected]://www.drnj.org


Special EducationOffice of Special Education ProgramsNew Jersey Department of Education100 Riverview PlazaP. O. Box 500Trenton , NJ 08625-0500(609) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/education

Special Format LibraryNew Jersey Library for the Blind and Handicapped2300 Stuyvesant AvenueTrenton , NJ 08618(800) 792-8322(609) 530-3239

Special Health Care NeedsSpecial Child Health and Early Intervention ServicesDivision of Family HealthPublic Health Services BranchNew Jersey Department of Health and Senior ServicesP.O. Box 364

[email protected]://www.njlbh.org/

Trenton , NJ 08625-0364(609) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/health

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.nj.us/

Transition ServicesOffice of Special Education ProgramsNew Jersey Department of EducationRiverview Executive PlazaBuilding 100 Route 29P.O. Box 500Trenton , NJ 08625(609) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/education

UCEDDThe Boggs Center on Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of PediatricsRutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School335 George Street, Suite 3500 New Brunswick , NJ 08901(732) 235-9300http://rwjms.rutgers.edu/boggscenter

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesOffice of Career and Technical EducationNew Jersey Department of Education100 Riverview PlazaP. O. Box 500Trenton , NJ 08625-0500(609) [email protected]://www.state.nj.us/education

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation ServicesNew Jersey Department of Labor135 E. State StreetP.O. Box 398Trenton , NJ 08625-0398(609) 292-5987(609) 292-2919 (TTY)[email protected]://lwd.dol.state.nj.us/labor/dvrs/DVRIndex.html






AutismASPEN-Asperger Syndrome Education Network9 Aspen CircleEdison , NJ 08820(732) [email protected]://www.aspennj.org

AutismThe Daniel Jordan Fiddle FoundationP.O. Box 1149Ridgewood , NJ 07451-1149(877) 444-1149(201) 444-4141

http://www.djfiddlefoundation.org

AutismPOAC (Parents of Autistic Children)1999 Route 88East Brick , NJ 08724(732) [email protected]://www.poac.net

AutismFACES Autism Support NetworkPO Box 2341Ventnor , NJ 08406(609) [email protected]://www.faces-autismsupport.org

AutismAutism New Jersey500 Horizon Drive, Suite 530Robbinsville Township , NJ 08691(609) 588-8200, Ext. 22(800) [email protected]://www.autismnj.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsNational Federation of the Blind of New Jersey254 Spruce StreetBloomfield , NJ 07003(973) [email protected]://www.nfbnj.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsParents of Blind Children-New Jersey23 Alexander AvenueMadison , NJ 07940(973) [email protected]://www.blindchildren.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of New Jersey1090 King George Post Road, Suite 708Edison , NJ 08837(800) 669-4323 (in NJ only)(732) [email protected]://www.bianj.org

Cerebral PalsyCerebral Palsy of New Jersey1005 Whitehead Road Extension, Suite 1Ewing , NJ 08638(888) 322-1918(609) [email protected]://www.cpofnj.org

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: New JerseyThe Arc of New Jersey985 Livingston AvenueNorth Brunswick , NJ 08902-1843(732) [email protected]://www.arcnj.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of New Jersey1 AAA DriveSuite 203Trenton , NJ 08691(800) 336-5843(609) [email protected]://www.efnj.com

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of New JerseyP.O. Box 6268East Brunswick , NJ 08816(732) [email protected]://www.ldanj.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in New Jersey88 Pompton Avenue, Suite 1Verona , NJ 07044(973) [email protected]://www.mhanj.org

Mental HealthNAMI New Jersey1562 Route 130North Brunswick , NJ 08902(732) [email protected]://www.naminj.org/

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of New Jersey, at SPAN35 Halsey Street, 4th floorNewark , NJ 07102(800) 654-SPAN, ext. 110(973) [email protected]

Speech, Language, and HearingNew Jersey Speech-Language Hearing Association203 Towne Centre DriveHillsborough , NJ 08844(908) [email protected]://www.njsha.org

http://www.spannj.org


Community Parent Resource CenterAssociation for Special Children & FamiliesPO Box 494Hewitt , NJ 07421(973) [email protected]://www.ascfamily.org

Other Parent OrganizationSpecial Parent Assistance & Resource Center (SPARC)UCP of Hudson County, Inc.721 BroadwayBayonne , NJ 07002(201) [email protected]://www.geocities.com/sparcofucp

Other Parent OrganizationNew Jersey Parents Caucus236 S. Salem StreetRandolph , NJ 07869(973) [email protected]://www.newjerseyparentscaucus.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)New Jersey Congress of Parents and Teachers900 Berkeley AvenueTrenton , NJ 08618-5322(609) [email protected]://www.njpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN)35 Halsey Street, 4th FloorNewark , NJ 07102(800) 654-7726 (In NJ)(973) [email protected]://www.spannj.org

Parent-to-ParentNew Jersey Statewide Parent-to-Parent35 Halsey StreetNewark , NJ 07102(800) 372-6510(908) [email protected]://www.spannj.org/familywrap/parent2parent.htm




Alliance for the Betterment of Citizens with Disabilities127 Route 206, Suite 18Hamilton , NJ 08610(609) [email protected]://www.abcdnj.org

Easter Seals New Jersey1 Kimberly RoadEast Brunswick , NJ 08816-1076(800) 486-0027(732) [email protected]://www.eastersealsnj.org

Family Support Center of New Jersey2516 Route 35 NorthManasquan , NJ 08736(800) 372-6510 (in NJ)(732) [email protected]://www.fscnj.org

New Jersey MentorRehabilitative and Support Services for Persons with Acquired Brain Injury505 S. Lenola RoadBlason Office Plaza II, Suite 217Moorestown , NJ 08057(856) 235-5505

[email protected]://www.thementornetwork.com

New Jersey Self-Help Group Clearinghouse(free help to those seeking to find or start a local or national support group)375 E. McFarlan StreetDover , NJ 07801(800) 367-6274 (in NJ)(973) [email protected]://www.njgroups.org

VSA arts of New Jersey703 Jersey AvenueNew Brunswick , NJ 08901(732) 745-3885(732) 745-3913 (TTY)[email protected]

http://www.vsanj.org

New MexicoState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyNew Mexico Technology Assistance Program435 St. Michael’s Drive, Building DSanta Fe , NM 87505(800) 659-1779 (V)(505) 954-8539Relay New Mexico Customer Service: (800) 889-8353To place a Relay call dial: (800) [email protected]://www.nmtap.com

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsGreg Trapp, Executive DirectorNew Mexico Commission for the Blind2200 Yale Boulevard, S.E.Albuquerque , NM 87106(888) 513-7968 (in NM)(505) [email protected]://www.state.nm.us/cftb

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)New Mexi KidsNew Mexico Human Services Department – Medical Assistance DivisionP.O. Box 2348Santa Fe , NM 87504-2348(888) 997-2583http://www.state.nm.us/hsd/mad/OtherDocs/NewMexikids.htm

D D CouncilNew Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council810 W. San Mateo Road, Suite CSanta Fe , NM 87505-4144(505) [email protected]://www.nmddpc.com

Deaf / Hard of Hearing (serving children ages 6-21)Joyce Horvath, CoordinatorNew Mexico School for the DeafEducational Support ServicesOutreach Department1060 Cerrillos RoadSanta Fe , NM , 87505(800) 841-6699 (V/TTY)(505) 476-6400 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.nmsd.k12.nm.us

Deaf / Hard of Hearing (serving adults)

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-Blind (serving children ages birth – 6)

State of New Mexico, Commission for Deaf and Hard of Hearing PersonsP.O. Box 5138Santa Fe , NM 87502-5138(800) 489-8536 (V/TTY in NM)(505) 827-7269 (V/TTY)http://www.cdhh.state.nm.us

Step*Hi1060 Cerrillos RoadSanta Fe , NM 87505(505) [email protected]://www.nmsd.k12.nm.us

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities Supports DivisionNew Mexico Department of Health2500 Cerrillos RoadSanta Fe , NM 87505(505) [email protected]

Early InterventionFamily Infant Toddler ProgramNew Mexico Department of Health2500 Cerrillos RoadSanta Fe , NM 87505(877) 696-1472(505) [email protected]://www.health.state.nm.us/ddsd/fit

Early InterventionInformation Center for New Mexicans with Disabilities BabyNet(for information about medical and support services for pre-natal, infants, toddlers, and individuals with disabilities)2300 Menaul, N.E.Albuquerque , NM , 87107(800) 552-8195 (in NM)(505) [email protected]://cdd.unm.edu/linc/babynet/index.htm

MediationNMPED-SEB120 S. Federal Place, Room 206Santa Fe , NM , 87501(505) [email protected]://www.ped.state.nm.us

Mental HealthBehavioral Health CollaborativeNew Mexico Human Services DepartmentP.O. Box 2348Santa Fe , NM 87504(505) [email protected]

Mental Health – YouthNew Mexico Children, Youth and Families DepartmentFamily ServicesP.O. Box 5160Santa Fe , NM 87502-5160(505) [email protected]://www.state.nm.us/cyfd

Preschool, DisabilitiesEarly Childhood Special EducationPublic Education Department300 Don Gaspar Avenue Santa Fe , NM 87501-2786(505) [email protected]

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights New Mexico1720 Louisiana Boulevard, NE, Suite 204 Albuquerque , NM 87110(800) 432-4682 (In NM)(505) [email protected]://www.drnm.org

Protection & AdvocacyNative American Disability Law Center3535 E. 30th StreetFarmington , NM 87402(800) 862-7271 (intake and clients only)(505) [email protected]://www.nativedisabilitylaw.org

Relay Services(800) 659-1779 (V)(800) 659-8331 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(888) 659-3952 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationSpecial Education BureauPublic Education Department120 S. Federal Place, Room 206Santa Fe , NM 87501(505) [email protected]://www.ped.state.nm.us

Special Format LibraryNew Mexico Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped1209 Camino Carlos Rey Santa Fe , NM 87507-5166800-456-5515(505) [email protected]

http://www.stlib.state.nm.us/publicservices/talkingbook/tbl.htmlSpecial Health Care NeedsFamily Health BureauPublic Health DivisionNew Mexico Department of Health2040 S. Pacheco, Room 103 Santa Fe , NM 87505(505) 476-8901http://www.state.nm.us

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Health Bureau, Children’s Medical ServicesPublic Health DivisionNew Mexico Department of Health2040 S. Pacheco, Room 226BSanta Fe , NM 87505(877) 890-4692(505) [email protected]://www.health.state.nm.us

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.nm.us/

Transition ServicesPublic Education DepartmentSpecial Education Bureau120 Federal Place, Room 206 Santa Fe , NM 87501(505) [email protected]://www.ped.state.nm.us/seo/index.htm

UCEDDUniversity of New MexicoCenter for Development and DisabilityPediatrics2300 Menaul Blvd NE Albuquerque , NM 87107(505) 272-3000(505) 272-0321 (TTY)http://cdd.unm.edu

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesPublic Education DepartmentCareer-Technical and Workforce Education Bureau300 Don Gaspar Avenue Santa Fe , NM 87501(505) [email protected]://www.ped.state.nm.us

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation435 St. Michaels Drive, Building DSanta Fe , NM 87505(800) 224-7005(505) 954-8500(505) 954-8511 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.dvrgetsjobs.com/Disability Specific Organizations



Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorders Association – Southern Region (ADDA)12345 Jones Road, Suite 287Houston , TX 77070(281) 897-0982http://www.adda-sr.org

AutismNew Mexico Autism SocietyP.O. Box 30955Albuquerque , NM 87190(505) [email protected] http://www.nmautismsociety.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300 New York , NY 10001(800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]

http://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Alliance of New Mexico3232 Candelaria NEAlbuquerque , NM 87107(888) 292-7415 (in NM)(505) [email protected]://www.braininjurynm.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of New Mexico3655 Carlisle, N.E.Albuquerque , NM 87110(800) 358-6493 (in NM)(505) [email protected]://www.arcnm.org

Mental HealthNAMI-New MexicoP.O. Box 3086 Albuquerque , NM 87190-3086(800) 953-6745(505) [email protected]://www.nami.org/MSTemplate.cfm?MicrositeID=78

Mental HealthFamilies for Children’s Mental Health and Brain InjuryNew Mexico Brain Injury Alliance3232 Candelaria NEAlbuquerque , NM 87107(505) 292-7414(888) [email protected]://www.braininjurynm.org

Special Health Care Needs (national office)Family Voices, Inc.2340 Alamo SE, Suite 102Albuquerque , NM 87106(888) 835-5669(505) [email protected]

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of New Mexico(505) 865-7483(505) [email protected]://www.familyvoices.org/states.php?state=NM

Speech, Language, and HearingNew Mexico Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 90846 Albuquerque , NM 87199(800) 292-8465(505) [email protected]://www.nmsha.net


Community Parent Resource Center (Serving the 22 Tribes of New Mexico)Education for Parents of Indian Children with Special Needs (EPICS) Project1600 San Pedro Dr. NEAlbuquerque , NM 87110(888) 499-2070(505) [email protected]://www.epicsproject.org

Other Parent OrganizationNew Mexico Family Network1101 Cardenas Dr. N.E.Suite 202 Albuquerque , NM 87110(800) 273-7232(505) 265-0430http://newmexicofamilynetwork.org/Home_Page.html

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)New Mexico Congress of Parents and Teachers3315 Louisiana NEMontgomery ComplexAlbuquerque , NM 87110(505) [email protected]://www.nmpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parents Reaching Out (P.R.O.)1920 B Columbia, S.E.Albuquerque , NM 87106(800) 524-5176 (In NM)(505) [email protected]://www.parentsreachingout.org

Parent-To-ParentContactParent Training and Information Center.


Independent LivingFor your Statewide Independent Living Council, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization2323 S. Shepherd, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org/html/publications/directory/

Independent LivingTo learn about independent living centers in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)(877) 525-3400 (toll free)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Governor’s Commission on DisabilitiesLamy Building, Room 117491 Old Santa Fe TrailSanta Fe , NM 87501(877) 696-1470 (in NM)(505) 476-0412(505) 476-0413 (TTY)http://www.gcd.state.nm.us

Governor’s Behavioral Health Planning CouncilP.O. Box 2348Santa Fe , NM 87504-2348(505) [email protected]://www.bhc.state.nm.us

Easter Seals Santa Maria El Mirador2041 S. Pacheco Street, Suite 100 Santa Fe , NM 87505(505) 424-7700http://www.smem.easterseals.com

CDD Information Center for New Mexicans with Disabilities and BabyNet2300 Menaul Blvd, NEAlbuquerque , NM 87107(800) 552-8195 (in NM)(505) [email protected]://cdd.unm.edu/infonet/

VSA arts of New Mexico4904 4th, N.W.Albuquerque , NM 87107(505) [email protected]://www.vsartsnm.org

New YorkState Agencies

ADA CenterNortheast ADA CenterEmployment and Disability Institute201 Dolgen HallCornell UniversityIthaca , NY 14853(607) 255-6686 (V/TTY/Spanish)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY/Spanish)[email protected]://www.northeastada.org

Assistive TechnologyNYS Justice Center161 Delaware AveDelmar , NY 12054(800) 624-4143 (V/TTY/Spanish)(518) [email protected]://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/assistive-technology-traid

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindNYS Commission for the BlindOffice of Children and Family Services52 Washington StreetRensselaer , NY 12144-2796(518) 474-6812(866) 871-3000 (V)(866) 871-6000 (TTY)http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/main/cbvh/

CHIP (healthcare for low-income uninsured children)Child Health PlusNYS Health DepartmentBox 2000Albany , NY 12220(800) 698-4543(877) 898-5849 (TTY)[email protected]://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/child_health_plus/index.htm

D D CouncilNYS Developmental Disabilities Planning Council99 Washington Avenue12th Floor, Ste 1230Albany , NY 12210(518) 486-7505(800) [email protected]://ddpc.ny.gov

Deaf/Hard of HearingNYS Education DepartmentP-12: Office of Special EducationDisability Specific Assistance89 Washington AvenueRoom 309 EBAlbany , NY 12234(315) [email protected]://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/specifics.html

Developmental DisabilitiesNYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities44 Holland AvenueAlbany , NY 12229(866)-946-9733 (V)(866) 933-4889 (TTY)Contact form on web sitehttp://www.opwdd.ny.gov/

Early InterventionBureau of Early InterventionNYS Department of HealthCorning Tower, Room 287Empire State PlazaAlbany , NY 12237-0660(518) 473-7016(800) 522-5006 (“Growing Up Healthy” 24-Hour Hotline)(800) 577-2229 (in NYC)[email protected]://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/

MediationNew York State Education DepartmentP-12: Office of Special EducationDue Process Unit89 Washington Avenue, Room 309 EB Albany , NY 12234(518) [email protected]://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/techassist/mediation.htm

Mental HealthNYS Office of Mental Health44 Holland AvenueAlbany , NY 12229(518) 474-4403(800) 597-8481http://www.omh.ny.gov/

Mental Health – YouthChildren’s ServicesNYS Office of Mental Health

Preschool, DisabilitiesNew York State Education DepartmentP-12: Office of Special Education

44 Holland AvenueAlbany , NY 12229(518) 473-6328(800) 597-8481http://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/Childservice/

Preschool Unit89 Washington Avenue, Room 309 EB Albany , NY 12234(518) 473-6108http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights New York5 Clinton Square, 3rd FLAlbany , NY 12207(518) [email protected]://www.disability-advocates.org

Relay Services (800) 421-1220 (V); 711 (V)(800) 662-1220 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 662-4234; 711 (Speech to Speech)http://www.nyrelay.com/

Special EducationNew York State Education DepartmentP-12: Office of Special EducationSpecial Education Services89 Washington Avenue, Room 309 EB Albany , NY 12234(518) [email protected]://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/

Special Format Books for Children and Youth Ages 3-19 (Serving upstate New York)NYS Talking Book and Braille LibraryCultural Education Center222 Madison AvenueAlbany , NY 12230(518) 474-5935(800) [email protected]://www.nysl.nysed.gov/tbbl/

Special Format Books for Children and Youth Ages 3-19 (Serving New York City and Long Island)Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library40 West 20th StreetNew York , NY 10011(212) 206-5400Contact form on web sitehttp://www.nypl.org/locations/heiskell

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health Care Needs ProgramNew York State Department of HealthESP-Corning Tower Building, Room 213Albany , NY 12237-0619(518) [email protected]://www.health.state.ny.us/community/special_needs

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ny.gov/

Transition ServicesNew York State Education DepartmentP-12: Office of Special EducationSpecial Education Policy, Transition Services89 Washington Ave., Room 309 EB Albany , NY 12234(518) [email protected]://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/transition/home.html

UCEDDWestchester Institute for Human DevelopmentUniversity Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilitiesin affiliation with New York Medical CollegeCedarwood Hall Valhalla , NY 10595-1689(914) 493-8204(914) 493-1204 (TTY)[email protected]://www.wihd.org

UCEDDRose F. Kennedy University Center for Excellencein Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and ServiceAlbert Einstein College of Medicine1410 Pelham Parkway SouthYeshiva University Bronx , NY 10461(718) [email protected]://www.aecom.yu.edu

UCEDDStrong Center for Developmental DisabilitiesUniversity of RochesterGolisano Children’s Hospital at Strong601 Elmwood Avenue, Box 671 Rochester , NY 14642(585) 275-0355

Vocational RehabilitationNew York State Education DepartmentAdult Career and Continuing Education Services, Vocational RehabilitationOne Commerce Plaza, Room 1609Albany , NY 12234(800) 222-5627

http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/childrens-hospital/developmental-disabilities/scdd.aspx

[email protected]://www.acces.nysed.gov/vr/





AutismAutism Society of Albany101 State StreetSchenectady , NY 12305(518) [email protected]://www.albanyautism.org

AutismAutism Society of Manhattan370 East 76th Street #C1208New York , NY 10021-2558(212) [email protected]

AutismAutism Society of Western New York19 Limestone Drive, Suite 1Buffalo , NY 14221-7091(716) [email protected]://www.autismwny.org/

AutismCenter for Autism and Related Disabilities1535 Western AvenueAlbany , NY 12203(518) 442-2574(518) [email protected]://www.albany.edu/psy/autism/autism.html

Blind/Visual Impairments2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: New YorkAmerican Foundation for the Blind Information Center11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain Injury2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: New YorkBrain Injury Association of New York State10 Colvin AvenueAlbany , NY 12206(518) 459-7911(800) 228-8201 (in NY)(800) 444-6443 (in NY)[email protected]://www.bianys.org

Cerebral PalsyCentral Office and Metropolitan Services,Cerebral Palsy of NYS, Inc.330 W. 34th Street, 15th FloorNew York , NY 10001(212) [email protected]://www.cpofnys.org/

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Long Island506 Stewart AvenueGarden City , NY 11530(516) 739-7733Contact form on web sitehttp://efli.org/

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesNYSARC, Inc.

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of NYS

393 Delaware AvenueDelmar , NY 12054(518) 439-8311Contact form on web sitehttp://www.nysarc.org

1190 Troy-Schenectady Rd.Latham , NY 12110(518) [email protected]://www.ldanys.org/

Mental HealthMental Health Association in NYS194 Washington Avenue, Suite 415Albany , NY 12210(518) [email protected]://www.mhanys.org

Mental HealthNAMI New York State99 Pine Street, Suite 302Albany , NY 12207(518) [email protected]://www.naminys.org

Mental HealthFamilies Together in New York State, Inc.737 Madison AvenueAlbany , NY 12208(518) 432-0333(888) 326-8644 (in NY)[email protected]://www.ftnys.org

Speech, Language, and HearingNYS Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Inc.930 Albany Shaker Rd.Latham , NY 12110(518) 786-0947(800) [email protected]://www.nysslha.org


Community Parent Resource CenterParent Network of WNY1000 Main St.Buffalo , NY 14202(866) 277-4762(716) [email protected]://parentnetworkwny.org/

Community Parent Resource CenterUnited We Stand of New York98 Moore StBrooklyn , NY 11206(718) 302-4313/4314http://www.uwsofny.org/

Other Parent OrganizationEarly Childhood Direction CentersNew York State Education DepartmentP-12: Office of Special Education89 Washington Avenue, Room 309 EB Albany , NY 12234(518) [email protected]://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/techassist/ecdc/home.html

Other Parent Organization (Serving Otsego, Chenango, Delaware, Broome, Tioga, and Tompkins counties)The Family Resource Network, Inc46 Oneida StreetOneonta , NY 13820(607) 432-0001(800) [email protected]://www.familyrn.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)New York State PTAOne Wembley CourtAlbany , NY 12205-3830(518) 452-8808(877) [email protected]://www.nyspta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)The Advocacy Center590 South AvenueRochester , NY 14620(585) 546-1700(800) 650-4967 (in NY)http://www.advocacycenter.com

Parent Training and Informaion Center (PTI)Advocates for Children of New York (New York City)151 W. 30th Street, 5th FloorNew York , NY 10001(212) 947-9779(866) [email protected]://www.advocatesforchildren.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Resources for Children with Special Needs, Inc.116 E. 16th Street, 5th FloorNew York , NY 10003(212) [email protected]://www.resourcesnyc.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Sinergia/Metropolitan Parent Center2082 Lexington Ave.4th FloorNew York , NY 10035(212) 643-2840(866) [email protected]://www.sinergiany.org

Parent-to-ParentParent to Parent of NYS500 Balltown Rd.Schenectady , NY 12304(518) 381-4350(800) [email protected]://www.parenttoparentnys.org

Partners in PolicymakingNYS Partners in PolicymakingThe Advocacy Center590 South AvenueRochester , NY 14620(585) 546-1700, ext. [email protected]://www.advocacycenter.com/partners-in-policymakingOther Disability Organizations

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V);(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org


Easter Seals New York29 W. 36th Street, 4th Floor, Room 404New York , NY 10018(518) 244-6053(800) 727-8785 (in NY)[email protected]://www.ny.easter-seals.org

Family Empowerment Council, Inc.225 Dolson Avenue, Suite 403Middletown , NY 10940(845) [email protected]://www.familyempowerment.org

MENTOR ABI Group – New JerseyRehabilitative and Support Services for Persons with Acquired Brain Injury2000 Crawford Place, Suite 700Mt. Laurel , NJ 08054(856) 235-5505http://www.mentorabi.com/welcome.aspx

New York State Occupational Therapy Association119 Washington Avenue, 2nd FloorAlbany , NY 12210(518) [email protected]://www.nysota.org

VSA arts of New York City18-05 215 Street, Suite 15NBayside , NY 11360(718) 225-6305 (V/TTY)[email protected]

North CarolinaState Agencies

ADA CenterSoutheast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NEAtlanta , GA 30324(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adagreatlakes.org

Assistive TechnologyNorth Carolina Assistive Technology ProgramDepartment of Health and Human ServicesDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation Services1110 Navaho Drive, Suite 101Raleigh , NC 27609-7322(919) 850-2787 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ncatp.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsDivision of Services for the BlindDepartment of Health and Human Services2601 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-2601(919) [email protected]://www.ncdhhs.gov/dsb

Blind/Visual Impairments/Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-BlindOffice of Education ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services2302 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-2302(919) 855-4430http://[email protected]

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)North Carolina Health ChoiceP.O. Box 30111Durham , NC 27702-3111(800) 422- 4658http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/dma/cpcont.htm

D D CouncilNorth Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities3801 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 250Raleigh , NC 27607(800) 357-6916(919) 420-7901 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.nccdd.org

Deaf-BlindDeaf-Blind Multihandicapped Association of North Carolina2435 Thomashire CourtCharlotte , NC 28262(704) [email protected]

Deaf/Hard of HearingDivision of Services for the Deaf and Hard of HearingDepartment of Health and Human Services2301 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-2301(800) 851-6099(919) [email protected]://dsdhh.dhhs.state.nc.us/

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disability Services TeamDivision of Mental HealthDevelopmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services3005 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-3005(919) [email protected]://www.ncdhhs.gov

Early InterventionWomen’s and Children’s Health SectionDivision of Public HealthNorth Carolina Department of Health and Human Services1916 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-1916(919) [email protected]://www.ncei.org/ei/index.html

MediationNorth Carolina Department of Public InstructionExceptional Children Division6356 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC , 27699-6356(919) [email protected]://www.ncpublicschools.org/ec/

Mental HealthDivision of Mental HealthDevelopmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services MSC: 3001Raleigh , NC , 27699-3001(919) [email protected]://www.ncdhhs.gov/mhddsas/index.htm

Mental Health – YouthCommunity Policy ManagementDivision of Mental HealthDevelopmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services3007 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-3007(919) [email protected]://www.ncdhhs.gov


Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights North Carolina2626 Glenwood Avenue, Ste. 550Raleigh , NC 27608(877) 235-4210(919) 856-2195(888)268-5535 (TTY)[email protected]://disabilityrightsnc.org/


Special EducationExceptional Children DivisionDepartment of Public Instruction6356 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-6356(919) 807-3969/[email protected]://www.ncpublicschools.org/ec

Special Format LibraryNorth Carolina Library for the Blind and Physically HandicappedState Library of North CarolinaDepartment of Cultural Resources1811 Capital BoulevardRaleigh , NC 27635(888) 388-2460(919) 733-4376(919) 733-1462 (TTY)[email protected]://statelibrary.dcr.state.nc.us/lbph/lbph.htm

Special Health Care NeedsChildren and Youth BranchWomen’s and Children’s Health SectionDivision of Public HealthDepartment of Health and Human Services1928 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-1928(800) 737-3028 (CSHCN Helpline)(919) [email protected]://www.ncdhhs.gov

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ncgov.com/

Transition ServicesEducation and Transition ServicesExceptional Children DivisionNorth Carolina Department of Public Instruction6356 Mail Service CenterRaleigh , NC 27699-6356(919) [email protected]://www.ncpublicschools.org/ec/

UCEDDCarolina Institute for Developmental DisabilitiesThe University of North Carolina at Chapel HillCampus Box 7255 Chapel Hill , NC 27599-7255(919) 966-5171http://www.cidd.unc.edu/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesCareer and Technical EducationDepartment of Public Instruction6359 Mail Service Center

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Health and Human Services2801 Mail Service Center

Raleigh , NC 27699-6359(919) [email protected]://www.ncpublicschools.org

Raleigh , NC 27699-2801(919) 855-3500(919) 855-3579 (TTY)[email protected]://dvr.dhhs.state.nc.us





AutismAutism Society of North Carolina505 Oberlin Road, Suite 230Raleigh , NC 27605-1345(800) 442-2762 (in NC)(919) [email protected]://www.autismsociety-nc.org

AutismDivision TEACCH, Treatment and Education of Autistic And Communication related handicapped ChildrenCB 7180, UNC-CHChapel HIll , NC 27599-7180(919) [email protected]://www.teacch.com


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of North CarolinaP.O. Box 10912 Raleigh , NC 27605(800) 377-1464 (in NC)(919) [email protected]://www.bianc.net

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of North Carolina, Inc.Wake Forest University Health SciencesMead’s Hall, Medical Center BoulevardWinston-Salem , NC 27157-1078(800) 451-0694(336) [email protected]://www.efa.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of North Carolina343 E. Six Forks Road, Suite 320Raleigh , NC 27609(800) 662-8706(919) [email protected]://www.arcnc.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of North Carolina1854A Hendersonville Road#239Asheville , NC 28803(919) [email protected]://www.ldanc.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in North Carolina1331 Sunday DriveRaleigh , NC 27607(919) [email protected]://www.mha-nc.org

Mental HealthNAMI – North Carolina309 W. Millbrook Road, Suite 121

Speech, Language, and HearingNorth Carolina Speech, Hearing and Language AssociationP.O. Box 28359

Raleigh , NC 27609(800) 451-9682 (in NC)(919) [email protected]://www.naminc.org

Raleigh , NC 27611-8359(919) [email protected]://www.ncshla.org


Community Parent Resource Center (Serving Burke, Caldwell, Catawba, McDowell and Alexander Counties)HOPE Parent Resource CenterPO Box 11395Hickory , NC 28603(828) [email protected]://www.fsnhope.org

Community Parent Resource Center (Serving Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, Madison, Polk, Rutherford, Transylvania and Yancey Counties)F.I.R.S.T.P.O. Box 802Asheville , NC 28802(828) 277-1315(877) 633-3178 (in NC)[email protected]://www.FIRSTwnc.org

Other Parent OrganizationFirst in Families of North Carolina3803 Computer Drive, Building B, Suite 205Raleigh , NC 27609(866) 740-4135(919) 571-8092, ext. [email protected]://www.fifnc.org

Other Parent OrganizationNAMI NC Young Families309 W. Millbrook Road, Suite 121Raleigh , NC 27609(800) 451-9682(919) 788-0801, ext. 2http://[email protected]

Other Parent OrganizationNorth Carolina Families United, Inc.Federation of Families Children’s Mental Healthc/o The Center for Youth, Family and Community PartnershipsUniversity of North Carolina at GreensboroFoundation Place3305 Green Street, Suite 200Greensboro , NC 27401(336) 217-9712http://www.ncfamiliesunited.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)North Carolina Congress of Parents and Teachers3501 Glenwood Avenue Raleigh , NC 27612-4934(800) 255-0417(919) [email protected]://www.ncpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)ECAC, Inc. (Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center)907 Barra Row, Suite 102/103Davidson , NC 28036(800) 962-6817 (In NC only)(704) 892-1321(V/TTY);[email protected]://www.ECAC-parentcenter.org

Parent-to-ParentFamily Support Network of North CarolinaCentral Directory of Resources, CB #7340University of North Carolina at Chapel HillChapel Hill , NC 27599-7340(800) 852-0042(919) [email protected]://www.fsnnc.org


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Shepherd, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V);(713) 520-5136 (TTY)

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

[email protected]://www.ilru.orgTelAbility(For medical information, telehealth and community resources for children with special needs in North Carolina)1101 Weaver Dairy Road, Suite 202Chapel Hill , NC 27514(919) [email protected]://www.TelAbility.org

North DakotaState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyNorth Dakota Interagency Program for Assistive Technology3509 Interstate BoulevardFargo , ND 58103(701) 365-4728 (V/TTY)(800) 265-4728 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ndipat.org

Blind/Visually ImpairedNorth Dakota Vision Services – School for the Blind500 Stanford RoadGrand Forks , ND 58203(701) 795-2708(800) [email protected]://www.ndvisionservices.com

Career and Tech EdState Board of Career and Technical Education15th Floor, Capitol Tower600 E. Boulevard AvenueBismarck , ND 58505-0610(701) [email protected]://www.nd.gov/cte

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Healthy StepsDepartment 325600 E. Boulevard AvenueBismarck , ND 58505-0250(800) [email protected]://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/medicalserv/index.html

D D CouncilState Council on Developmental DisabilitiesNorth Dakota Department of Human ServicesState Capitol600 E. BoulevardBismarck , ND 58504(701) [email protected]://ndcpd.misu.nodak.edu/uapdis/home.html

Deaf-BlindNorth Dakota School for the Deaf1401 College Drive NorthDevils Lake , ND 58301(701) 665-4401(877) [email protected]://www.nd.gov/deafblind/

Deaf/Hard of HearingNorth Dakota School for the Deaf1401 College Drive NorthDevils Lake , ND 58301(701) 662-9000http://www.discovernd.com/ndsd

Developmental DisabilitiesDisability Services Division

Dispute ResolutionDepartment of Public Instruction-Special

Developmental Disabilities UnitNorth Dakota Department of Human Services1237 W. Divide Avenue, Suite 1ABismarck , ND 58501-1208(701) 328-8930(800) 755-8529 (in ND)[email protected]://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/disabilities/

Education600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Dept. 201Bismarck , ND 58505-0440(701) [email protected]://www.dpi.state.nd.us

Early InterventionDevelopmental Disabilities DivisionNorth Dakota Department of Human Services1237 W. Divide Avenue, Suite 1ABismarck , ND 58501(701) 328-8936(800) 755-8529 (In ND)[email protected]://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/disabilities/earlyintervention/

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesDevelopmental Disabilities DivisionDisabilities Determination Services1237 W. Divide Avenue, Suite 1CBismarck , ND 58501-1208(701) 328-8920(800) 755-2719 (In ND)[email protected]://www.nd.gov/dhs/services/mentalhealth/

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice of Special EducationDepartment of Public Instruction600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Department 201Bismarck , ND 58505-0440(701) 328-2277(701) 328-4920 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dpi.state.nd.us/speced/index.shtm

Protection & AdvocacyNorth Dakota Protection & Advocacy Project400 E. Boulevard Ave, Suite 409Bismarck , ND 58501(701) 328-2950(800) 472-2670 (in ND)(800) 642-6694 (24 H. Line)TDD relay: 711 (in state)[email protected]://www.ndpanda.org


Special EducationOffice of Special EducationDepartment of Public Instruction600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Department 201Bismarck , ND 58505-0440(701) 328-2277(701) 328-4920 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dpi.state.nd.us/speced1/index.shtm

Special Format LibraryNorth Dakota State LibraryTalking Book Services604 E. Boulevard Avenue, Department 250Bismarck , ND 58505-0800(701) 328-1408(800) 843-9948 (in ND)(800) 892-8622 (TTY, in ND)[email protected]://library.nd.gov/DisabilityServices.html

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Special Health ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesState Capitol600 E. Boulevard Avenue, Department 325Bismarck , ND 58505-0269(701) 328-2436(800) 755-2714 (in ND)[email protected]://www.nd.gov/dhs/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.discovernd.com/

Transition ServicesOffice of Special EducationNorth Dakota Department of Public Instruction600 E. Boulevard AvenueBismarck , ND 58505-0440(701) [email protected]://www.dpi.state.nd.us/transitn/

UCEDDNorth Dakota Center for Persons with DisabilitiesMinot State University500 University Avenue WestMinot , ND 58707(701) 858-3580(800) 233-1737(701) 858-3580 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ndcpd.org

Vocational RehabilitationVocational Rehabilitation DivisionNorth Dakota Department of Human Services1237 W. Divide Avenue, Suite 1BBismarck , ND 58501(701) 328-8950(701) 328-8968 (TTY)(800) 755-2745 (In ND)[email protected]://www.nd.gov/dhs/rcs/individual/





AutismAutism Society of North Dakota628 6th AvenueAlice , ND 58031(701) [email protected]://www.AutismND.org

AutismGreat Plains Autism Spectrum Disorder Treatment ProgramNDCPDCMinot State University500 University Ave W.Minot , ND 58707(800) [email protected]


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of North DakotaOpen Door Center209 2nd Street S.E.Valley City , ND 58072(701) 845-1124

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Minnesota1600 University Avenue, Suite 300St. Paul , MN , 55104(800) 779-0777(651) [email protected]://www.efmn.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of BismarckPO Box 2081411 N 4th Street, Suite 3Bismarck , ND , 58502-2081(888) 258-7949 (in ND)(701) 258-7949711 TDD [email protected]://www.thearcofbismarck.org

Mental HealthMental Health America of North Dakota523 N. 4th StreetP.O. Box 4106 Bismarck , ND 58502-4106(701) [email protected]://www.mhand.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of North Dakota, Inc.312 2nd AvenueP.O. Box 163 Edgeley , ND 58433(888) 522-9654(701) [email protected]://www.fvnd.org

Speech, Language, and HearingNorth Dakota Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 12775Grand Forks , ND , 58208-2775(701) [email protected]://www.minotstateu.edu/ndslha/


Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Pathfinder Parent Center1600 2nd Avenue, S.W., Suite 30Minot , ND 58701-3459(800) 245-5840 (in ND)(701) 837-7500(701) 837-7501 (TTY)[email protected]://www.pathfinder-nd.org/

Parent-To-ParentFamily to Family Support NetworkUniversity of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health SciencesCenter for Rural HealthP.O. Box 9037, Room 4107Grand Forks , ND 58202-9037(888) 434-7436(701) [email protected]://medicine.nodak.edu/crh

Partners in PolicymakingThe Arc of BismarckPO Box 2081Bismarck , ND 58502-2081(888) 258-7949 (in ND)(701) 258-7949711 TDD [email protected]://www.thearcofbismarck.org/partnersOther Disability Organizations


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC , 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Goodwill of North Dakota, Inc.211 Collins Avenue

P.O. Box 1206Mandan , ND 58554(800) 247-0698(701) [email protected]

Northern Mariana IslandsState Agencies

Assistive TechnologyAssistive Technology/STRAIDCapitol Hill, Building #1310P.O. Box 502565 Saipan , MP 96950-2565(670) [email protected]://www.cnmicdd.org

D D CouncilCNMI Council on Developmental Disabilities1312 Anatahan Drive, Capitol HillP.O. Box 502565Saipan , MP 96950-2565(670) 664-7000(670) 664-7030 (Fax)[email protected]://www.cnmicdd.org

Early Intervention & Preschool, DisabilitiesChildren’s Developmental Assistance CenterDivision of Public HealthP.O. Box 502565Saipan , MP 96950-2565(670) 664-4835(670) 664-4840 (Fax)

Protection & AdvocacyNorthern Marianas Protection and Advocacy System, Inc.P.O. Box 503529Saipan , MP 96950-3529(670) 235-7273/[email protected]://www.nmpasi.com

Special EducationCNMI Public School System, Special EducationP.O. Box 501370Saipan , MP 96950(670) 237-3029(670) 237-3029http://www.cnmipss.org/?page_id=259

Special Health Care NeedsDepartment of Public Health ServicesP.O. Box 500409Saipan , MP 96950-0409(670) 236-8714(670) 236-8700 (Fax)[email protected]

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.cnmi.net/index.php

UCEDDPacific Basin UAP/Northern MarianasNorthern Marianas CollegeSchool of EducationP.O. Box 501250As Terlaje CampusSaipan , CNMI 96950(670) 234-5498(670) 235-3253 (Fax)http://www.nmcnet.edu/content.php?id=146&cat=151&mnu=148

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesCNMI Public School SystemP.O. Box 501370Saipan , MP 96950(670) 237-3029http://www.pss.cnmi.mp

Vocational RehabilitationOffice of Vocational RehabilitationOffice of the GovernorP.O. Box 501521Saipan , MP 96950(670) 322-6537/8(670) 322-6536 (Fax)(670) 322-6449 (TTY)[email protected] or [email protected]


AutismTo identify an autism group in your area, contact:Autism Society of America7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300

Independent LivingCenter for Living Independently in the CNMI-CILPMB 914Saipan , MP 96950

Bethesda , MD 20814-3067(800) 328-8476(301) 657-0881http://www.autism-society.org

(670) 483-3303(670) 322-2077 (Fax)[email protected]

CNMI Head Start ProgramP.O. Box 501370 CKSaipan , MP 96950-1370(670) 664-3769(670) 664-3760 (Fax)[email protected]://www.pss.cnmi.mp/PSSCentralOffice/index.cfm?pageID=65

U.S. Social Security AdministrationP.O. Box 500489Saipan , MP 96950-0489(670) 234-6203(670) 234-3022 (Fax)[email protected]://www.ssa.gov

Child Care ProgramPublic School SystemP.O. Box 501370Saipan , MP 96950-1370(670) 237-3007(670) [email protected]

Medicaid ProgramDepartment of Public HealthBuilding No. 1252, Capitol HillP.O. Box 500409Saipan , MP 96950(670) 664-4890(670) 664-4885 (Fax)[email protected]

Nutrition Assistance ProgramDepartment of Community and Cultural AffairsP.O. Box 501488Saipan , MP 96950(670) 664-2840(670) 664-2850 (Fax)[email protected]

Medically Indigent Program (MIP)Department of Public HealthP. O. Box 500409Saipan , MP 96950(670) [email protected]

Community Guidance CenterP.O. Box 500-409CKSaipan , MP 96950-0409(670) 323-6560(670) 323-6561(670) 323-6580 (Fax)[email protected]://www.dphsaipan.com

OhioState Agencies

ADA CenterGreat Lakes ADA CenterUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoInstitute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405Chicago , IL 60608(312) 413-1407 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]

Assistive TechnologyAssistive Technology of Ohio445 E. Dublin-Granville Road, Building L Worthington , OH 43085(614) 293-9134(800) 784-3425 (V/TTY, in OH)[email protected]://www.atohio.org

http://www.adagreatlakes.orgBlind/Visual Impairments/Deaf/Hard of Hearing/Deaf-BlindRehabilitation Services Commission400 E. Campus View BoulevardColumbus , OH 43235-4604(614) 438-1200(800) 282-4536 (in OH)http://www.state.oh.us/rsc

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Healthy Start Healthy Families(800) 324-8680(800) 292-3572 (TTY) Consumer Hotlinehttp://jfs.ohio.gov/OHP/consumers/familychild.stm

D D CouncilOhio Developmental Disabilities Council8 E. Long Street, Atlas Building, 12th FloorColumbus , OH 43215(614) [email protected]://www.ddc.ohio.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesOhio Department of Developmental Disabilities30 E. Broad St., 13th FloorColumbus , OH 43215(800) 617-6733https://doddportal.dodd.ohio.gov/

Early InterventionBureau of Early Intervention ServicesOhio Department of Health246 N. High Street, 5th FloorColumbus , OH 43215(614) [email protected]://www.ohiohelpmegrow.org

MediationOffice for Exceptional ChildrenOhio Department of Education25 S. Front Street, 2nd FloorColumbus , OH 43215(614) [email protected]://www.ode.state.oh.us

Mental HealthOhio Department of Mental Health30 E. Broad Street, 8th FloorColumbus , OH 43215-3430(614) [email protected]://www.mh.state.oh.us

Mental Health – YouthOffice of Children’s Services and PreventionOhio Department of Mental Health30 E. Broad Street, 8th Floor Columbus , OH 43215-3430(614) [email protected]://www.mh.state.oh.us

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice of Early Learning and School ReadinessOhio Department of Education25 S. Front Street, Mail Stop 305Columbus , OH 43215-4183(614) 466-0224(877) 644-6338 (toll-free)[email protected]://www.ode.state.oh.us

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Ohio50 W. Broad St., Suite 1400Columbus , OH 43215-5923(614) 466-7264 (V/TTY)(800) 282-9181 (in OH)[email protected]://www.disabilityrightsohio.org

Relay Services (800) 750-0750 (V)(216) 476-6001 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 750-9097 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationOffice for Exceptional ChildrenOhio Department of Education25 S. Front StreetColumbus , OH 43215(614) 466-2650(877) [email protected]://education.ohio.gov/Topics/Special-Education

Special Format LibraryThe Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton CountyLibrary for the Blind and Physically Handicapped800 Vine StreetCincinnati , OH 45202-2071(513) 369-6999(800) 582-0335(513) 369-3372 (TTY)

Special Health Care NeedsBureau for Children with Medical HandicapsOhio Department of Health246 N. High StreetP.O. Box 118Columbus , OH 43215(614) 466-1549(800) 755-4769 (parents only)

[email protected]://www.cincinnatilibrary.org/main/lb.asp

[email protected]://www.odh.state.oh.us

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ohio.gov/

Transition ServicesOffice for Exceptional ChildrenOhio Department of Education 25 S. Front Street, Mail Stop 205Columbus , OH 43215(614) 728-1115(937) 430-9360 (Cell)[email protected]://www.ode.state.oh.us

UCEDDUniversity of Cincinnati University Center for Excellence in Developmental DisabilitiesCincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center Division of Developmental and Behavioral PediatricsMLC 4002, 3333 Burnet Avenue Cincinnati , OH 45229-3039(513) 803-3619(513) 636-4900 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ucucedd.org

UCEDDNisonger Center – UCEDDThe Ohio State UniversityOSU Wexner Medical Center/Office of Health Sciences357 McCampbell Hall1581 Dodd Drive Columbus , OH , 43210(614) 685-3192http://nisonger.osu.edu/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesProgram Monitoring and ServicesOhio Department of EducationOffice for Exceptional Children25 S. Front Street, Mail Stop 204Columbus , OH 43215-4183(614) [email protected]://www.ode.state.oh.us

Vocational RehabilitationRehabilitation Services Commission400 E. Campus View Boulevard, SW3Columbus , OH 43235-4604(614) 438-1210 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.state.oh.us/rsc





AutismAutism Society of Ohio470 Glenmont AveColumbus , OH 43214(614) [email protected]://www.autismohio.org

AutismOhio Center for Autism and Low Incidence470 Glenmont AvenueColumbus , OH 43214(866) 886-2254(614) 410-0321http://www.ocali.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Ohio

11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]:// www.afb.org

855 Grandview Avenue, Suite 225Columbus , OH 43215-1123(614) 481-7100(866) 644-6242 (in OH)[email protected]://www.biaoh.org

Cerebral PalsyCerebral Palsy Association of Ohio995 Goodale BoulevardColumbus , OH 43212(614) 228-8300(800) [email protected]

EpilepsyEpilepsy Association2831 Prospect AvenueCleveland , OH 44115(216) 579-1330(800) [email protected]://www.epilepsyinfo.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Ohio1335 Dublin Road, Suite 205-CColumbus , OH 43215(614) 487-4720(800) [email protected]://www.thearcofohio.org

Mental HealthNAMI Ohio747 E. Broad StreetColumbus , OH 43205(614) 224-2700(800) 686-2646(866) 924-1478 (TTY)[email protected]://www.namiohio.org

Speech, Language, and HearingOhio Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 309Germantown , OH 45327(800) [email protected]://www.ohioslha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Ohio Congress of Parents and Teachers40 Northwoods BoulevardColumbus , OH 43235(614) [email protected]://www.ohiopta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities165 W. Center Street, Suite 302Marion , OH 43302-3741(740) 382-5452(800) [email protected]://www.ocecd.org




Easter Seals Northern Ohio1909 N. Ridge Road, Suite 6

Easter Seals Central and Southeast Ohio565 Children’s Drive West

Lorain , OH 44055(440) [email protected]://www.noh.easterseals.com

P.O. Box 7166Columbus , OH 43205(614) 228-5523http://www.eastersealscentralohio.org

Ohio Association of Pupil Services Administrators (OAPSA)3880 Ridge RoadMedina , OH 44256(330) 239-1901, ext. [email protected]://www.highlandschools.org/oapsa

Ohio Family and Children First25 S. Front Street, Mail Stop 616Columbus , OH 43215(614) 752-4044http://www.fcf.ohio.gov/

VSA Ohio77 S. High Street, 2nd FloorRiffe Center for Government and the ArtsColumbus , OH 43215(614) [email protected]://www.vsao.org

OklahomaState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyOklahoma ABLE TechOklahoma State University, Seretean Wellness Center1514 W. Hall of FameStillwater , OK 74078-2026(888) 885-5588 (ABLE Tech Info-line)(800) 257-1705 (V/TTY)(405) [email protected]://okabletech.okstate.edu

Assistive TechnologyLee Mitchener Tolbert Center for Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Rehabilitation ServicesUniversity of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center801 NE 13th Street, CHB-235Oklahoma City , OK 73104(800) 700-6282(405) 271-2131, ext. 46811(405) 271-1705 (TTY)[email protected]

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsOklahoma School for the BlindDepartment of Rehabilitation Services3300 GibsonMuskogee , OK , 74403(918) [email protected]

Career & Technical EducationDepartment of Career and Technology Education1500 W. 7th AvenueStillwater , OK 74074-4364(800) 522-5810, ext. 138(405) 377-2000 (Ext. 138)(405) 743-5138(405) 743-6816 (TTY)[email protected]://okcareertech.org

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Oklahoma Health Care Authority(800) 522-0114(405) 522-6205http://www.ohca.state.ok.us/#

D D CouncilOklahoma Developmental Disabilities Council2401 N.W. 23rd Street, Suite 74Oklahoma City , OK 73107(800) 836-4470(405) [email protected]@okddc.ok.govhttp://www.okddc.ok.gov

Deaf-BlindOklahoma Deaf-Blind Technical Assistance ProjectUniversity of Oklahoma820 Van Vleet Oval Norman , OK 73072(405) [email protected]://www.ou.edu/okdbp

Deaf/Hard of HearingOklahoma School for the DeafDepartment of Rehabilitation Services1100 E. Oklahoma Avenue Sulphur , OK 73086-3108(888) 685-3323(580) [email protected]://www.osd.k12.ok.us

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesP.O. Box 25352Oklahoma City , OK 73125(405) [email protected]://www.okdhs.org/programsandservices/dd/

Early InterventionSoonerStartSpecial Education ServicesOklahoma State Department of Education2500 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 510Oklahoma City , OK 73105-4599(405) [email protected]://www.sde.state.ok.us/

MediationAdministrative Office of the Supreme Court of Oklahoma1915 N. Stiles, Suite 305Oklahoma City , OK 73105(405) [email protected]://www.oscn.net/static/adr/start.asp

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesP.O. Box 53277Oklahoma City , OK 73152-3277(405) [email protected]://www.odmhsas.org

Mental Health – YouthDepartment of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesP.O. Box 53277Oklahoma City , OK 73152(405) [email protected]

Preschool, DisabilitiesSpecial Education ServicesDepartment of Education2500 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 510Oklahoma City , OK 73105-4599(405) [email protected]://www.sde.state.ok.us

Protection & AdvocacyOklahoma Disability Law Center, Inc.2915 Classen Blvd., Suite 300Oklahoma City , OK 73106(800) 880-7755 (V/TTY, in OK)(405) 525-7755 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.oklahomadisabilitylaw.org

Relay Services (800) 522-8506 (V/TTY)(800) 722-0353 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 722-3515 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationSpecial Education ServicesDepartment of Education2500 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 412 Oklahoma City , OK 73105-4599(405) [email protected]://www.ok.gov/sde/

Special Format LibraryOklahoma Library for the Blind and Physically HandicappedDepartment of Rehabilitation Services300 N.E. 18th StreetOklahoma City , OK 73105

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Support ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesP.O. Box 25352Oklahoma City , OK 73125

(800) 523-0288(405) 521-3514(405) 522-0516(405) 521-4672 (TTY)[email protected]://www.library.state.ok.us

(405) 521-3076http://okdhs.org

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ok.gov

Transition ServicesSpecial Education ServicesOklahoma Department of Education2500 N. Lincoln BoulevardOklahoma City , OK 73105(405) [email protected]://www.sde.state.ok.us

UCEDDCenter for Interdisciplinary Learning and LeadershipUniversity of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterCollege of MedicineP.O. Box 26901, ROB 342Oklahoma City , OK 73190-3042(800) 627-6827(405) 271-4500(405) 271-1464 (TTY)http://www.ouhsc.edu/thecenter

Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Rehabilitation Services3535 N.W. 58th, Suite 500 Oklahoma City , OK 73112(800) 845-8476(405) [email protected]





AutismAutism Society of Central OklahomaPO Box 720103Norman , OK 73070(405) [email protected]://www.asofok.org

AutismOklahoma Autism Network1200 N Stonewall AvenueOklahoma City , OK 73117(877) 228-8476(405) [email protected]://www.okautism.org

AutismOklahoma Family Center for [email protected]://www.okautism.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Oklahoma, Inc.

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Oklahoma

P.O. Box 88Hillsdale , OK [email protected]://www.braininjuryoklahoma.org

10400 Greenbriar Place, Suite 101 Oklahoma City , OK 73159(405) [email protected]://www.ucpok.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Association of Oklahoma711 Stanton L. Young Boulevard, Suite 550Oklahoma City , OK 73104(405) [email protected]://www.okepilepsy.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesTARC2516 East 71st St., Suite ATulsa , OK 74136-5531(800) 688-8272 (outside Tulsa only)(918) [email protected]://www.ddadvocacy.net

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of OklahomaP.O. Box 1134 Jenks , OK 74037(800) 532-6365 (in OK)(918) [email protected]://www.ldao.org/

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Central Oklahoma2800 NW 36th Street, Suite 104Oklahoma City , OK , 73112(405) [email protected]://www.mentalhealthok.org

Mental HealthNAMI Oklahoma500 N. Broadway, Suite 100Oklahoma City , OK 73102(800) 583-1264 (in OK)(405) [email protected]://ok.nami.org/

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of Oklahoma, at Oklahoma Family NetworkPO Box 21072Oklahoma City , OK 73156-1072(405) 271-5072(877) [email protected] http://www.oklahomafamilynetwork.org

Speech, Language, and HearingOklahoma Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 53217 Oklahoma City , OK 73152-3217(405) 271-4214, ext. [email protected]://www.oslha.org


Other Parent OrganizationOklahoma Family Network800 NE 15th Street, Suite 51PO Box 21072Oklahoma City , OK 73156-1072(405) 271-5072(877) [email protected]://www.oklahomafamilynetwork.org

Other Parent OrganizationsOklahoma Family Support 360° ProjectCenter for Learning and Leadership/UCEDDUniversity of Oklahoma Health Sciences CenterCollege of MedicineP.O. Box 26901, ROB 342Oklahoma City , OK 73126-0901(405) 271-4500 ext. 41016(800) [email protected]://www.ouhsc.edu/thecenter/partnerships/ofs360.asp

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Oklahoma Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.2801 N. Lincoln Boulevard, Suite 214 Oklahoma City , OK 73105

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Oklahoma Parents CenterP.O. Box 512Holdenville , OK 74848

(405) [email protected]://www.okpta.org

(877) 553-4332(405) 379-6015 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.oklahomaparentscenter.org

Parent-to-ParentP2P at Oklahoma Family Network800 NE 15th Street, Suite 51PO Box 21072Oklahoma City , OK 73156-1072(405) 271-5072(877) [email protected]://www.oklahomafamilynetwork.org

State Information and Referral ServiceSooner SUCCESSUniversity of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center940 N.E. 13th StreetSuite 4900Oklahoma City , OK 73104(877) 441-0434(405) 271-5700 ext. 12315 (OKC)[email protected]://soonersuccess.ouhsc.edu


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0034 (V);(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org


Easter Seals Oklahoma701 N.E. 13th StreetOklahoma City , OK 73104(405) [email protected]://www.eastersealsoklahoma.org

J.D. McCarty Center for Children with Developmental Disabilities2002 E. Robinson Street Norman , OK 73071(405) [email protected]://www.jdmc.org

Oklahoma Office of Handicapped Concerns2401 N.W. 23rd, Suite 90Oklahoma City , OK 73107(800) 522-8224(405) 521-3756http://www.ohc.state.ok.us/

OregonState Agencies

ADA CenterNorthwest ADA CenterCenter for Continuing Education in RehabilitationUniversity of Washington6912 220th St SW, #105

Assistive TechnologyAccess Technologies, Inc.3070 Lancaster Drive N.E.Salem , OR 97305(503) 361-1201(800) 677-7512 (V/TTY)

Mountlake Terrace , WA 98043(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(425) 248-2480 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.nwadacenter.org

[email protected]://www.accesstechnologiesinc.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindRegional Programs for Low Incidence DisabilitiesDepartment of Education255 Capitol Street, NESalem , OR 97310-0203(503) 947-5760http://www.ode.state.or.us

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Oregon SCHIPDivision of Medical Assistance ProgramsAdministrative Office500 Summer Street NESalem , OR 97301(503) 945-5772(800) 527-5772(800) 375-2863 (tty)http://www.oregon.gov/DHS/healthplan/app_benefits/schip.shtml

D D CouncilOregon Council on Developmental Disabilities540 24th Place N.E.Salem , OR 97301-4517(503) 945-9941(800) 292-4154 (in OR)[email protected]://www.ocdd.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingDeaf and Hard of Hearing Access ProgramOregon Disabilities Commission1257 Ferry Street S.E.Salem , OR 97301-4278(503) 378-3142 (V/TTY)(503) 378-5478 (TTY)(800) 358-3117 (V/TTY, in OR)(800) 521-9615 (V/TTY, in OR)[email protected]://www.oregon.gov/DHS/odhhs/index.shtml

Early Intervention & Preschool, DisabilitiesEarly Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education DepartmentOffice of Special EducationDepartment of Education255 Capitol Street N.E.Salem , OR 97310-0203(503) 947-5600http://www.ode.state.or.us

MediationOffice of Student Learning and PartnershipsDepartment of Education255 Capitol Street N.E.Salem , OR 97310-0203(503) [email protected]://www.ode.state.or.us

Mental HealthAddictions in Mental Health Division500 Summer Street, N.E., E86Salem , OR 97301-1118(503) 945-9704http://egov.oregon.gov/dhs/mentalhealth

Mental Health – YouthChild and Adolescent Mental Health ServicesAddictions and Mental Health Division (AMH)500 Summer Street, N.E., E86Salem , OR 97309(503) [email protected]://www.dhs.state.or.us/mentalhealth

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Oregon610 SW Broadway, Suite 200Portland , OR 97205(503) 243-2081(800) 452-1694(800) 556-5351 (TTY)[email protected]://www.disabilityrightsoregon.org

Relay Services (800) 735-1232 (V)(800) 735-3250 (VCO)(800) 735-2900 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 735-0644 (ASCII)

Special EducationOffice of Student Learning and PartnershipsDepartment of Education255 Capitol Street N.E.Salem , OR 97310-0203(503) [email protected]://www.ode.state.or.us

Special Format LibraryOregon State LibraryTalking Book and Braille Services250 Winter Street NESalem , OR 97301-3950(503) 378-3849(800) [email protected]://tbabs.org

Special Health Care NeedsChild Development and Rehabilitation CenterOregon Health & Science UniversityP.O. Box 574Portland , OR 97207-0574(503) 494-8095 (Portland)(800) 452-3563 (Portland)(541) 346-3575 (Eugene)(800) 637-0700 (Eugene)http://www.ohsu.edu/cdrc/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.oregon.gov/

Transition ServicesOffice of Student Learning & PartnershipsSpecial Education UnitDepartment of Education255 Capitol Street N.E.Salem , OR 97310(503) [email protected]://www.ode.state.or.us

UCEDDUniversity of Oregon UCEDDCollege of Education5252 University of Oregon Eugene , OR 97403(541) [email protected]://ucedd.uoregon.edu

UCEDDOregon Health & Science University UCEDDOregon Health & Science UniversityInstitute on Development & Disability707 SW Gaines St.Portland , OR 97239(503) [email protected]://www.ohsuidd.org

Vocational RehabilitationOffice of Vocational Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesChildren, Adults & Families Division500 Summer Street N.E., E87Salem , OR 97301-1120(503) 945-5880 (V)(503) 945-5894 (TTY)http://www.oregon.gov/dhs

Vocational Rehabilitation, Blind, Visually Impaired or Deaf-BlindOregon Commission for the Blind535 S.E. 12th AvenuePortland , OR , 97214(971) 673-1588(888) [email protected]://www.oregon.gov/Blind/index.shtml




Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)P.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE , 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]

http://www.add.org

AutismAutism Society of OregonPO Box 396Marylhurst , OR 97036-0396(888) 288-4761(888) AUTISM-1(503) [email protected] http://www.oregonautism.com

AutismRegional Programs for Low Incidence DisabilitiesState Services for AutismDepartment of Education255 Capitol Street, NESalem , OR 97310-0203(503) 947-5760http://www.ode.state.or.us

AutismPortland Aspergers Network3324 NE 22nd AvenuePortland , OR 97212(503) [email protected]

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY , 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Oregon2145 N.W. Overton StreetPortland OR 97210, or,PO Box 549Molalla , OR 97038(503) 413-7707(503) 740-3155(800) [email protected] http://www.biaoregon.org

Brain InjuryOregon Brain Injury Resource Network345 N. Monmouth AvenueMonmouth , OR 97361(541) 346-0593(877) [email protected]://www.tr.wou.edu/tbi

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Oregon and Southwest Washington11731 NE Glenn Widing DrivePortland , OR 97220(503) [email protected] http://www.ucpaorwa.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Northwest2311 N. 45th Street, #134Seattle , WA , 98103(206) [email protected]://www.epilepsyoregon.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Oregon1745 State Street

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of OregonP.O. Box 34

Salem , OR 97301(503) 581-2726(877) 581-2726 (toll-free)[email protected] http://www.arcoregon.org/contacts.htm

Marylhurst , OR 97036(503) [email protected]://www.ldaor.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Oregon (MHAO)Regional Research Institute (RRI)Portland State University1600 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 900P.O. Box 751Portland , OR 97207-0751(503) [email protected]

Mental HealthNAMI Oregon3550 S.E. WoodwardPortland , OR 97202-1552(503) 230-8009(800) 343-6264 (in OR)[email protected]://www.nami.org/oregon

Mental HealthOregon Family Support Network, Inc.2411 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Suite 274Eugene , OR 97401(541) 342-2876(800) 323-8521http://www.ofsn.org

Speech, Language, and HearingThe Oregon Speech-Language and Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 523Salem , OR 97308(503) [email protected]://www.oregonspeechandhearing.org/


Community Parent Resource CenterOrFIRST, Oregon Families Information, Resources, Services and Training5825 N. Greeley AvenuePortland , OR 97217(503) 232-4500(503) 232-0302 (Spanish)http://www.orfirst.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Oregon PTAP.O. Box 4569Portland , OR 97208-4569(503) [email protected]://www.oregonpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) (Serving Native family members nationwide who have children with disabilities)National Indian Parent Information Center (NIPIC)P.O. Box 2334Grants Pass , OR 97528(855) [email protected]://www.nipic.org/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Family and Community Together (FACT)13455 SE 97th AvenueClackamas , OR 97015(888) [email protected]://factoregon.org/


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living

ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX , 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC , 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Oregon5757 S.W. Macadam AvenuePortland , OR 97239(503) [email protected]://www.or.easterseals.com

PennsylvaniaState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyPennsylvania’s Initiative on Assistive TechnologyInstitute on Disabilities1755 N. 13th StreetStudent Center, Room 411SPhiladelphia , PA 19122(800) 204-7428 (V, in PA)(215) 204-1356 (V)(866) 268-0579 (TTY, in PA)(215) 204-1805 (TTY)[email protected]://disabilities.temple.edu/programs/assistive/piat/

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsBureau of Blindness and Visual ServicesOffice of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Labor and Industry1521 N. 6th StreetHarrisburg , PA 17102(800) 622-2842 (in PA)(717) [email protected]://www.state.pa.us

Career and Tech EdBureau of Career and Technical EducationDivision of Field SupportDepartment of Education333 Market Street, 11th FloorHarrisburg , PA 17126-0333(717) [email protected]://www.pde.state.pa.us

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Pennsylvania’s Children’s Health Insurance Program(800) 986-5437http://www.chipcoverspakids.com/

D D CouncilDevelopmental Disabilities Council561 Forum Building, Commonwealth AvenueHarrisburg , PA 17120(717) [email protected]://www.paddc.org

Deaf-BlindPennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600Harrisburg , PA 17112-2764(800) 360-7282 (in PA only)(717) 541-4960, ext. 3115http://www.pattan.net

Deaf/Hard of HearingOffice for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing1521 N. 6th Street Harrisburg , PA 17102(800) 233-3008 (V/TTY in PA only)(717) 783-4912 V/[email protected]

http://www.dli.state.pa.us/odhhDevelopmental DisabilitiesOffice of Developmental ProgramDepartment of Public WelfareHealth and Welfare Building, Room 502P.O. Box 2675Harrisburg , PA 17105-2675(717) 787-3700http://www.dpw.state.pa.us

Early InterventionBureau of Early Intervention ServicesOffice of Child Development and Early LearningDepartment of Education and Public Welfare333 Market Street, 6th FloorHarrisburg , PA 17126-0333(800) [email protected]://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/early_intervention/8710

MediationOffice for Dispute Resolution6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600Harrisburg , PA 17112(717) 541-4960http://odr.pattan.net

Mental HealthOffice of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesDepartment of Public WelfareP.O. Box 2675Harrisburg , PA 17105-2675(717) [email protected]://www.dpw.state.pa.us

Mental Health – YouthBureau of Children’s Behavioral Health ServicesBeechmont BuildingP.O. Box 2675 Harrisburg , PA 17105(717) [email protected]://www.dpw.state.pa.us/About/OMHSAS/003670533.htm

Preschool, DisabilitiesBureau of Early Intervention ServicesOffice of Child Development and Early LearningDepartment of Education and Public Welfare333 Market Street, 7th Floor, PDE BuildingHarrisburg , PA 17126-0333(800) [email protected]://www.pde.state.pa.us

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Network of Pennsylvania1414 N. Cameron Street, Suite CHarrisburg , PA 17103(800) 692-7443 (in PA)(717) 236-8110(877) 375-7139 (TTY)(717) 346-0293 (TTY)[email protected]://www.drnpa.org


Special EducationBureau of Special EducationDepartment of Education333 Market Street, 7th FloorHarrisburg , PA 17126-0333Special Education Consultline: (800) 879-2301(V/TTY)(717) 783-6913http://www.pde.state.pa.us

Special Format LibraryFree Library of PhiladelphiaLibrary for the Blind and Physically Handicapped919 Walnut StreetPhiladelphia , PA 19107800-222-1754(215) [email protected]://lbph.library.phila.gov/

Special Health Care NeedsDivision of Community Systems Development and OutreachDivision of Child and Adult Health ServicesDepartment of Health, 7th Floor, East WingHealth & Welfare Building7th & Forster StreetHarrisburg , PA 17120(800) 986-4550 – Special Kids Networks(717) [email protected]

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.pa.us/

Accessible PennsylvaniaOnline Disability Resource for Pennsylvanianswww.accessiblepa.state.pa.us

http://www.state.pa.us

Transition ServicesPennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PATTAN)3190 William Pitt WayPittsburgh , PA 15238(800) 446-5607(412) [email protected]://www.pattan.net

UCEDDInstitute on Disabilities/ UCEDDTemple University1755 N 13th Street, Suite 411Howard Gittis Student Center, South Philadelphia , PA 19122(215) 204-1356 (V/TTY)[email protected]://disabilities.temple.edu

Vocational RehabilitationOffice of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Labor and Industry1521 N. 6th StreetHarrisburg , PA 17102(717) [email protected]://www.dli.state.pa.us/landi/cwp/view.asp?a=128&Q=168255&dsftns=4490Disability Specific Organizations




AutismABOARD (Advisory Board on Autism and Related Disorders)35 Wilson Street, Suite 100Pittsburgh , PA 15223(800) 827-9385(412) [email protected]://www.aboard.org

AutismAutismLink376 Wagon Wheel TrailWexford , PA 15090(412) [email protected]://www.autismlink.com

AutismAutism Society of Pittsburgh4371 Northern PikeMonroeville , PA 15146-2837(412) [email protected]://www.autismsocietypgh.org

AutismAutism Society of Greater Philadelphia1036 Nash AvenueLansdale , PA 19446(610) [email protected]://www.asaphilly.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(800) 232-5463

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsNational Federation of the Blind of Pennsylvania42 S. 15th Street, Suite 222Philadelphia , PA 19102(215) 988-0888

(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

[email protected]://www.nfbp.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Pennsylvania908 N. Second StreetHarrisburg , PA 17103(717) 441-6049, ext. [email protected]://www.ucpofpa.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation Western/Central PennsylvaniaLifeswork1323 Forbes Avenue, Suite 102Pittsburgh , PA 15219(800) 361-5885(412) [email protected]://www.efwp.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania919 Walnut Street, Suite 700Philadelphia , PA 19107-5237(800) 887-7165 (in PA)(215) [email protected]://www.efepa.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Pennsylvania101 S. Second Street, Suite 8, Executive HouseHarrisburg , PA 17101(800) 692-7258(717) [email protected]://www.thearcpa.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Pennsylvania4751 Lindle Road, Suite 114Harrisburg , PA 17111(717) 939-3731(888) 775-3272http://www.ldapa.org

Mental HealthNAMI Pennsylvania2149 N. Second StreetHarrisburg , PA 17110(800) 223-0500(717) [email protected]://namipa.nami.org

Mental HealthFamily & Youth Support & Advocacy DivisionMental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania1211 Chestnut Street, 11th FloorPhiladelphia , PA 19107(800) 688-4226, ext. 513(215) 751-1800, ext. [email protected]://www.pinofpa.org

Speech, Language, and HearingPennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association800 Perry Highway, Suite 3Pittsburgh , PA 15229-1128(412) [email protected]://www.psha.org


Community Parent Resource Center (Serving American Street Empowerment Zone and providing intense training sessions to parents of children with disabilities in Philadelphia)Hispanos Unidos para Ninos Excepcionales(Philadelphia HUNE, Inc.)2200 N Second StPhiladelphia , PA 19133(215) [email protected]://huneinc.org

Community Parent Resource Center (Serving rural Northwest Pennsylvania)The Mentor Parent Program, Inc.270 Mayfield RdClarion , PA 16214(888) 447-1431 (in PA)(814) [email protected]://www.mentorparent.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Pennsylvania Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.4804 Derry StreetHarrisburg , PA 17111(717) 564-8985

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent Education Network2107 Industrial HighwayYork , PA 17402(800) 522-5827 (V/TTY) (In PA);

[email protected]://www.papta.org

(717) 600-0100;(800) 441-5028 (Spanish)[email protected]://www.parentednet.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent and Education Advocacy Leadership (PEAL) Center1119 Penn Avenue, Suite 400Pittsburgh , PA 15222-4205(866) 950-1040(412) 281-4404(412) 281-4409 (TTY)[email protected]://www.pealcenter.org

Parent-To-ParentParent to Parent of Pennsylvania6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600Harrisburg , PA 17112-2764(888) 727-2706 (in PA)(717) [email protected]://www.parenttoparent.org

Partners in PolicymakingInstitute on Disabilities/University Center for ExcellenceTemple UniversityUniversity Services Building, Room 6101601 N. Broad StreetPhiladelphia , PA 19122(215) [email protected]://disabilities.temple.edu




Easter Seals Central Pennyslvania383 Rolling Ridge DriveState College , PA 16801(888) 372-7280http://centralpa.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=PACN_homepage

Easter Seals of Southeastern Pennsylvania3975 Conshohocken AvenuePhiladelphia , PA 19131(215) [email protected]://www.easterseals-sepa.org

Easter Seals Society of Western Pennsylvania2525 Railroad Street Pittsburgh , PA 15222(800) 587-3257(412) [email protected]://westernpa.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=PAWS_homepage

MENTOR ABI Group – New JerseyRehabilitative and Support Services for Persons with Acquired Brain Injury505 S. Lenola RoadBlason Office Plaza II, Suite 217Moorestown , NJ 08057(856) 235-5505http://www.mentorabi.com/welcome.aspxPennsylvania Parents and Caregivers Resource NetworkP.O. Box 4336 Harrisburg , PA 17111-0336

(888) 572-7368 (in PA)(717) [email protected]://www.ppcrn.org

Puerto RicoState Agencies

ADA CenterNortheast ADA CenterEmployment and Disability InstituteCornell University201 Dolgen HallIthaca , NY 14853-3901(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY/Spanish)(607) 255-6686 (V/TTY/Spanish)[email protected]://www.northeastada.org

Assistive TechnologyUniversity of Puerto RicoFILI US Institute – Assistive Technology Project at Puerto RicoJardin Botanico Sur #1187 calle FlamboyanSan Juan , PR 00926-1117(800) 981-6033 (in PR)(787) 764-6035(787) 764-6042http://pratp.upr.edu

D D CouncilPuerto Rico Developmental Disabilities CouncilP.O. Box 9543San Juan , PR 00908(787) 722-0595(787) [email protected]

Developmental DisabilitiesMental Retardation ProgramDepartment of HealthP.O. Box 70184San Juan , PR 00936(787) 721-3374(787) 721-3377 (Fax)http://www.salud.gov.pr/Pages/default.aspx

Early InterventionInfants and Toddlers ProgramDepartment of HealthP. O. Box 70184San Juan , PR 00936-8184(787) 274-5660(787) 274-5661(787) 274-3301 (Fax)[email protected]://www.salud.gov.pr/Pages/default.aspx

MediationPuerto Rico Department of EducationP.O. Box 190759San Juan , PR 00919-0759(787) 759-8313(787) 759-6806(787) 773-8900/8905http://www.de.gobierno.pr/tags/educacion-especial

Mental HealthMental Health and Anti-Addiction Services AdministrationAve Barbosa 414P.O. Box 21414 San Juan , PR 00928-1414(787) 764-3670(787) 764-3795(787) 765-5888 (Fax)[email protected]

Mental Health – YouthTreatment of Children and AdolescentsMental Health Representative for Children and YouthAve Barbosa 414P.O. Box 21414San Juan , PR 00928-1414(787) 763-7575, ext. 2393/2371/[email protected]

Official Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.gobierno.pr/gprportal/inicio

Preschool, DisabilitiesSpecial Education ProgramsDepartment of EducationP.O. Box 190759San Juan , PR 00919(787) 759-2000(787) 773-8906 (Fax)[email protected]://www.de.gobierno.pr/tags/educacion-especial

Protection & AdvocacyOffice of the Governor/Ombudsman for Persons with DisabilitiesP.O. Box 41309

Relay Services (800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech English)(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech Spanish)

San Juan , PR , 00940-1309(787) 725-2333(787) 721-4299(800) 981-4125 (in PR)(787) 725-4014 (TTY)[email protected]://www.oppi.gobierno.pr/Special EducationAssistant Secretary of Special EducationDepartment of EducationP.O. Box 190759San Juan , PR 00919-0759(787) 759-2000(787) 753-0015 (Fax)[email protected]://www.de.gobierno.pr/tags/educacion-especial

Special Format LibraryPuerto Rico Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped520 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Suite 2San Juan , PR 00901(800) 981-8008(787) 723-2519(787) 721-8177 (Fax)[email protected]

Special Health Care NeedsMaternal and Child HealthCrippled Children’s ProgramsDepartment of HealthP. O. Box 70184San Juan , PR 00936-8184(787) 274-5659 or 5660(787) [email protected]://www.salud.gov.pr/Pages/default.aspx

UCEDDPuerto Rico University Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities/IDDGraduate School of Public HealthMedical Sciences CampusUniversity of Puerto RicoP.O. Box 365067 San Juan , PR 00936-5067(787) 754-4377(866) 754-4300http://iddpr.rcm.upr.edu/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesTechnical Education ProgramsP.O. Box 190759 Hato Rey , PR 00919(787) [email protected]://www.de.gobierno.pr/tags/educacion-vocacional

Vocational RehabilitationVocational Rehabilitation AdministrationP.O. Box 191118 San Juan , PR 00919-1118(787) 729-0160, ext. 2301(787) 728-8070 (Fax)[email protected]


Attention Deficit DisorderTo identify an ADD group in your locality, contact:


AutismParents Society for Children and Adults with Autism in Puerto RicoSociedad De Padres De Ninos AutistaP.O. Box 190594San Juan , PR , 00919-0594(787) 723-0822(787) [email protected]


EpilepsySociedad Puertorriqueña De Epilepsia1100 Calle Marginal Ruiz SolerBayamon , PR 00959-7365(787) 782-6200(787) 782-6464(787) 782-3991 (Fax)[email protected]://www.sociedadepilepsiapr.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Puerto RicoCalle Loiza 1750, esquina Taft, Box #003San Juan , PR 00911

Speech and HearingOrganización Puertorriqueña de Patologia del Habla, Lenguaje y Audiología, Inc.P.O. Box 20147

[email protected] San Juan , PR 00928-0147(787) 268-0273opphla@gmailcomhttp://opphla.org/


Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)APNI, Inc.P.O. Box 21280 San Juan , PR 00928-1280(787) 763-4665(787) [email protected]://www.apnipr.org




Easter Seals Puerto RicoP.O. Box 360325San Juan , PR 00936-0325(787) [email protected]://www.serpr.org

Instituto Puertorriqueño de Natacion Adaptada (IPNA)P.O Box 7070San Juan , PR 00936(787) [email protected]://www.oppi.gobierno.pr/IPNA.htm

Rhode Island

State Agencies

ADA CenterNew England ADA Center180-200 Portland Street, Suite 1Boston , MA 02114(800) 949-4232 V/TTY)(617) 695-1225 (V/TTY)[email protected]

Assistive TechnologyRhode Island Assistive Technology Access PartnershipOffice of Rehabilitation Services40 Fountain StreetProvidence , RI 02903-1898(401) 421-7005 Ext. 373(401) 421-7016 (TTY)

http://www.newenglandada.org [email protected]://www.atap.ri.gov

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsServices for the Blind and Visually ImpairedDepartment of Human Services40 Fountain StreetProvidence , RI 02903(401) 222-2300(401) 272-8090 (Spanish)http://www.ors.ri.gov

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)RIte Care(401) 462-5300(V)(401) 462- 3363 (TTY)(401) 462-1500 (Spanish)http://www.dhs.ri.gov/People/FamilieswithChildren/HealthCare/RIteCare/tabid/213/Default.aspx

D D CouncilRhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council400 Bald Hill Road, Suite 515Warwick , RI 02886(401) [email protected]://www.riddc.org

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindRhode Island Commission on the Deaf and Hard of HearingOne Capitol Hill, Ground LevelProvidence , RI 02908-5850(401) 222-1204 (V)(401) 222-1205 (TTY)[email protected]://www.cdhh.ri.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals14 Harrington Road, Barry HallCranston , RI 02920(401) [email protected]://www.mhrh.ri.gov/ddd/

Early InterventionDepartment of Human ServicesCenter for Child and Family Health600 New London AvenueCranston , RI 02920(401) [email protected]://www.dhs.ri.gov/ChildrenwithSpecialNeeds/EarlyInterventionProgram/tabid/839/Default.aspx

MediationRhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education255 Westminster Street, Shephard BuildingProvidence , RI 02903(401) [email protected]://www.ride.ri.gov/Special_Populations/Dispute_resolution/

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals14 Harrington RoadCranston , RI 02920(401) [email protected]://www.mhrh.ri.gov

Mental Health – ChildrenDepartment of Children, Youth and Families101 Friendship StreetProvidence , RI 02903(401) [email protected]://www.dcyf.ri.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice for Diverse LearnersRhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education255 Westminster Street, Shepard Building Providence , RI 02903-3414(401) 222-8941http://www.ride.ri.gov

Protection & AdvocacyRhode Island Disability Law Center. Inc.275 Westminster St., Suite 401Providence , RI 02903- 3434(800) 733-5332 (in RI)(401) 831-3150(401) 831-5335 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ridlc.org

Relay Services (800) 745-6575 (V)(800) 745-5555 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 745-1570 (ASCII), (866) 355-9213 (Speech to Speech)(866) 355-9214 (Spanish)

Special EducationOffice for Diverse LearnersRhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education255 Westminster Street, Room 400, Shepard BuildingProvidence , RI 02903-3400(401) 222-3505http://www.ride.ri.gov

Special Format LibraryTalking Books PlusOffice of Library and Information ServicesOne Capitol HillProvidence , RI 02908(800) 745-5555 (TTY)(401) [email protected]://www.olis.ri.gov/tbp/

Special Health Care NeedsOffice for Special Healthcare NeedsRhode Island Department of Health3 Capitol Hill, Room 302Providence , RI 02908-5097(401) 222-5929(401) [email protected]://www.health.ri.gov

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.ri.gov

Transition ServicesRhode Island Department of Education255 Westminister Street, Shepard BuildingProvidence , RI 02903-3400(401) [email protected]://www.ride.ri.gov/special_populations/default.aspx

UCEDDThe Paul V. Sherlock Center on DisabilitiesRhode Island College600 Mount Pleasant AvenueProvidence , RI 02908(401) 456-8072(401) 456-8773 (TTY)http://www.sherlockcenter.org

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesRhode Island Department of Education255 Westminister Street, Shepard BuildingProvidence , RI 02903-3400(401) [email protected]://www.ride.ri.gov/special_populations/default.aspx

Vocational RehabilitationOffice of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Human Services40 Fountain StreetProvidence , RI 02903(401) 421-7005, Ext. 301(401) 421-7016 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ors.ri.gov





AutismAutism Society of Rhode IslandPO Box 16603Rumford , RI , 02916(401) [email protected]

AutismThe Autism Project1516 Atwood AvenueJohnston , RI , 02919(401) [email protected]

http://www.autism-society.org/rhodeisland http://www.theautismproject.orgBlind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsNational Federation of the Blind of Rhode IslandP.O. Box 154564Riverside , RI 02915(401) [email protected]://www.nfbri.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Rhode Island, Inc.935 Park Avenue, Suite 8Cranston , RI 02910(888) 824-8911(401) [email protected]://www.biaofri.org

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Rhode Island200 Main Street, Suite 210Pawtucket , RI 02862(401) [email protected]://www.ucpri.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire & Maine540 Gallivan Blvd, 2nd Floor Boston , MA 02124(888) 576-9996(617) [email protected]://www.efmarinhme.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesRhode Island Arc99 Bald Hill RoadCranston , RI 02920(401) [email protected]://www.thearc.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=328

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Rhode Island500 Prospect StreetPawtucket , RI 02860(401) [email protected]://www.mhari.org

Mental HealthParent Support Network of Rhode IslandCrossroads Common Plaza1395 Atwood Avenue, Suite 114 Johnston , RI 02919(800) 483-8844 (in RI)(401) [email protected]://www.psnri.org

Mental HealthNAMI Rhode Island154 Waterman Street, Suite 5BProvidence , RI 02906(800) 749-3197(401) [email protected]://www.namirhodeisland.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices at the RI Parent Information Network1210 Pontiac Ave.Cranston , RI 02920(401) 270-0101(800) [email protected]://ripin.org/

Speech, Language, and HearingRhode Island Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 9241Providence , RI 02940(401) 455-7472http://www.risha.info

Organizations for Parents Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Rhode Island Parent Info Network (RIPIN)

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Rhode Island Congress of Parents and TeachersRIC East Campus-Building 6600 Mount Pleasant AvenueProvidence , RI 02908(401) [email protected]

1210 Pontiac AvenueCranston , RI 02920(800) 464-3399 (In RI)(401) [email protected]://www.ripin.org

Parent-To-ParentFamily to Family of Rhode IslandFamily Voices at the Rhode Island Parent Information Network175 Main StreetPawtucket , RI 02860(800) 401-3399 (in RI)(401) 727-4144, ext. [email protected]://www.rifamilytofamily.net




Governor’s Commission on DisabilitiesJohn O. Pastore Center41 Cherry Dale CourtCranston , RI 02920(401) 462-0100(401) 462-0101 (TTY)http://www.disabilities.ri.gov

Advocates in ActionP.O. Box 41528Providence , RI 02940-1528(800) 745-5555 (TTY, via RI relay)(401) 785-2028http://www.aina-ri.org

Exeter/West Greenwich Individuals Needs Advisory Committeec/o Special Services Office930 Nooseneck Hill RoadWest Greenwich , RI , [email protected]://EWGINAC.home.att.net

VSA arts of Rhode Island500 Prospect StreetPawtucket , RI , 02860(401) [email protected]://www.vsartsri.org

South Carolina

State Organizations


Southeast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NEAtlanta , GA 30324(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adagreatlakes.org

South Carolina Assistive Technology ProgramUSC School of Medicine, CDRColumbia , SC 29208(803) 935-5263(803) [email protected]://www.sc.edu/scatp

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsSouth Carolina Commission for the BlindP.O. Box 2467Columbia , SC 29202-2467(803) [email protected]://www.sccb.state.sc.us

Career & Technical EducationOffice of Career and Technology EducationSouth Carolina Department of Education1429 Senate Street, Room 912AColumbia , SC 29201(803) [email protected]://www.ed.sc.gov

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Partners for Healthy ChildrenP.O. Box 100101Columbia , SC 29202(888) 549-0820http://www.dhhs.state.sc.us/dhhsnew/InsideDHHS/Bureaus/BureauofHealthServicesandDeliverySystems/SC%20Healthy%20Connections20Kids20SCHIP.asp

D D CouncilDevelopmental Disabilities CouncilOffice of the GovernorEdgar A. Brown Building1205 Pendleton Street, Suite 453Columbia , SC 29201(803) [email protected]://www.scddc.state.sc.us

Deaf/BlindSouth Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind355 Cedar Springs RoadSpartanburg , SC 29302-4699(864) [email protected]://www.scsdb.org

Early InterventionSouth Carolina First Steps/BabyNetConcord Building1300 Sumpter Street, Ste 100Columbia , SC 29201(877) [email protected]://www.scfirststeps.org/babynet.html

MediationDeputy General CounselOffice of General CounselSouth Carolina Department of Education1429 Senate Street, Room 1015Columbia , SC 29201(803) [email protected]://www.ed.sc.gov

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental HealthP. O. Box 485Columbia , SC 29202(803) [email protected]://www.state.sc.us/dmh

Mental Health – YouthDivision of Children, Adolescents and Their FamiliesDepartment of Mental Health2414 Bull Street, Room 304Columbia , SC 29202(803) [email protected]://www.state.sc.us/dmh/caf/index.htm

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice of Exceptional ChildrenSouth Carolina Department of Education1429 Senate Street, 8th FloorColumbia , SC 29201(803) [email protected]://www.ed.sc.gov

Protection & AdvocacyProtection & Advocacy for People with Disabilities, Inc.3710 Landmark Drive, Suite 208

Relay Services (800) 735-2905 (V)(800) 735-7293 (ASCII); 711 (TTY)

Columbia , SC 29204(803) 782-0639(866) 232-4525 (in SC)(866) 232-4525 (TTY)[email protected]://www.pandasc.org

(877) 735-7277 (Speech to Speech)(800) 735-8583 (SC Relay)

Special EducationSouth Carolina Department of EducationOffice of Exceptional Children1429 Senate Street, Room 808Columbia , SC 29201(803) 734-8224(899) 628-0910 – toll free help [email protected]://ed.sc.gov/agency/ac/Exceptional-Children/

Special Format LibrarySouth Carolina State LibraryTalking Book ServicesP.O. Box 821Columbia , SC 29202-0821(803) 734-4611(800) 922-7818(803) 734-7298 (TTY)[email protected]://www.statelibrary.sc.gov

Special Health Care NeedsDivision of Children with Special Health Care NeedsDepartment of Health and Environmental ControlP.O. Box 101106Columbia , SC 29201(803) 898-0784http://www.scdhec.gov/health/mch/cshcn/projects.htm

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner ofstate agencies and information, including how to contact yourgovernor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.sc.gov

Telecommunications Equipment Distribution Program (An outreach program administered by South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind. Distributes telecommunications equipment and alerting devices to legal permanent state residents who are deaf, hard of hearing, speech impaired, deaf-blind, or blind/low vision with hearing loss.)South Carolina Telecommunications EquipmentDistribution Program (SC TEDP)101 Executive Center Drive, Suite 120Saluda BuildingColumbia , SC 29210(803) 896-8337 (V);(803) 896-8334 (TTY)(877) 225-8337 (V)(877) 889-8337 (TTY)[email protected]://www.scsdb.org/outreach/SCTEDP_2007.htm

Transition ServicesFrancis Marion UniversityP.O. Box 100547Columbia , SC 29501-0547(864) [email protected]://ed.sc.gov/

UCEDDCenter for Disability ResourcesUniversity of South CarolinaDepartment of PediatricsSchool of Medicine Columbia , SC 29208(803) 935-5231http://uscm.med.sc.edu/cdrhome

Vocational RehabilitationSouth Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Department1410 Boston AvenueP.O. Box 15West Columbia , SC 29171-0015(803) 896-6500http://www.scvrd.net



Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)8181 Professional Place, Suite 150Landover , MD 20785

Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)PO Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]

(301) 306-7070(800) 233-4050http://www.chadd.org

http://www.add.org

AutismSouth Carolina Autism Society806 12th StreetWest Columbia , SC 29169(803) 750-6988(800) [email protected]://www.scautism.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Alliance of South Carolina800 Dutch Square Boulevard, Suite B-225Columbia , SC 29210(803) [email protected]://www.biausa.org/SC

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation South Carolina652 Bush River Road, Suite 211Columbia , SC 29210(803) [email protected]://www.epilepsysc.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of South Carolina1823 Gadsden StreetColumbia , SC 29201(803) [email protected]://www.arcsc.org

Mental HealthFederation of Families of South Carolina810 Dutch Square Blvd., Suite 205Columbia , SC 29210(803) 772-5210(866) [email protected]://www.fedfamsc.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in South Carolina1823 Gadsden StreetColumbia , SC 29201(803) [email protected]://www.mha-sc.org

Mental HealthNAMI of South CarolinaP.O. Box 1267Columbia , SC 29202(803) 733-9591/9592(800) [email protected]://www.namisc.org

Speech, Language, and HearingSouth Carolina Speech-Language-Hearing Association701 Gervais Street, Suite 150-206Columbia , SC 29201(888) [email protected]://www.scsha.com


Community Parent Resource CenterFamily Resource Center for Disabilities and Special Needs, Inc.1575 Savannah Highway, Suite 6Charleston , SC , 29407(843) [email protected]://www.frcdsn.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)South Carolina Congress of Parents and Teachers1826 Henderson StreetColumbia , SC 29201-2619(800) 743-3782(803) [email protected]://www.scpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)PRO-Parents of South Carolina652 Bush River Road, Suite 203Columbia , SC 29210

(803) 772-5688 (V/TTY)(800) 759-4776 (In SC)[email protected]://www.proparents.orgOther Disability Organizations

Independent LivingDisability Action Center, Inc.1115 Belleview StreetColumbia , SC 29201(803) 779-5121 (V)(803) 779-0949 (TTY)http://www.dacsc.org

Independent LivingIndependent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Department of Disabilities and Special Needs3440 Harden Street ExtensionP.O. Box 4706Columbia , SC 29240(803) [email protected]://www.state.sc.us/ddsn

University of South Carolina, School of MedicineCenter for Disability ResourcesColumbia , SC 29208(803) [email protected]://uscm.med.sc.edu/cdrhome/

Center for Disability Resources LibrarySchool of Medicine LibraryUniversity of South CarolinaColumbia , SC 29208(803) [email protected]://uscm.med.sc.edu/CDR/index.htm

Easter Seals South Carolina3020 Farrow RoadColumbia , SC 29203(803) 256-0735(800) [email protected]://www.sc.easter-seals.org

Family Connection of South Carolina, Inc.2712 Middleburg Drive, Suite 103-BColumbia , SC 29204(803) 252-0914(800) 578-8750 (in SC)(843) 556-5010 (Charleston)(864) 331-1340 (in Greenville)[email protected]://www.familyconnectionsc.org

disAbility Resoure Center7944 Dorchester Road, Suite 5North Charleston , SC 29418(843) 225-5080(866) [email protected]

http://www.drcilc.org

South DakotaState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyP.O. Box 218Sturgis , SD 57785(605) [email protected]://dakotalink.tie.net

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsService to the Blind and Visually ImpairedHillsview Plaza500 E. Capitol

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)South Dakota Medical Assistance(800) 305-3064

Pierre , SD 57501(605) [email protected]://dhs.sd.gov/sbvi/

http:// www.state.sd.us/social/Medical/CHIP/Index.htm

D D CouncilSouth Dakota Council on Developmental DisabilitiesHillsview Plaza, East Highway 34c/o 500 E. CapitolPierre , SD 57501-5070(800) 265-9684(605) [email protected]://dhs.sd.gov/ddc/

Deaf/Hard of HearingCommunication Service for the Deaf, Inc. (CSD)102 N. Krohn PlaceSioux Falls , SD 57103(800) 642-6410 (V/in SD)(605) 367-5760 (V)(866) 273-3323 (TTY); (605) 367-5761 (TTY)[email protected]://www.c-s-d.org

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Human ServicesHillsview Plaza, East Highway 34c/o 500 E. Capitol Pierre , SD 57501(800) 265-9684(605) [email protected]://dhs.sd.gov/dd/

Developmental Disabilities Rep – ChildrenDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Human ServicesHillsview Plaza, East Highway 34c/o 500 E. CapitolPierre , SD 57501-5070(800) 265-9684(605) 773-3438(605) 773-5990 (TTY)[email protected]://dhs.sd.gov/dd/

Early InterventionBirth to Three ConnectionsSpecial Education ProgramsDepartment of Education OfficesOffice of Educational Services and Supports700 Governors DrivePierre , SD 57501-2291(800) 305-3064 (in SD)(605) 773-3678(605) [email protected]://doe.sd.gov/oess/birthto3/index.asp

MediationSpecial Education ProgramsDepartment of Education Programs700 Governors DrivePierre , SD 57501-2291(605) [email protected]://doe.sd.gov/oess/specialed/complaint/index.asp

Mental HealthDivision of Mental HealthDepartment of Human ServicesHillsview Plaza, East Highway 34c/o 500 E. Capitol Pierre , SD 57501-5070(605) 773-5991(605) 773-5990 (TTY)[email protected]://dhs.sd.gov/dmh/

Mental Health – YouthDepartment of Human ServicesDivision of Mental HealthHillsview Plaza, East Highway 34c/o 500 E. CapitolPierre , SD 57501-5070(605) 773-5991(605) 773-5990 (TTY)[email protected]://dhs.sd.gov/dmh/

OtherRespite Care ProgramDepartment of Human ServicesHillsview Plaza, East Highway 34c/o 500 E. CapitolPierre , SD 57501-5070(800) 265-9684(605) [email protected]

Preschool, DisabilitiesSpecial Education ProgramsDepartment of Education OfficesOffice of Educational Services and Supports700 Governors DrivePierre , SD 57501-2291(605) 773-3678http://doe.sd.gov/oess/specialed/index.asp

http://dhs.sd.gov/dd/respite/index.aspxProtection & AdvocacySouth Dakota Advocacy Services221 South Central Avenue Pierre , SD 57501(800) 658-4782 (V/TTY in SD)(605) 224-8294 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.sdadvocacy.com

Relay Services (800) 877-1113 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)(877) 981-9744 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationOffice of Special EducationDepartment of Education700 Governors DrivePierre , SD 57501-2291(605) [email protected]://doe.sd.gov/oess/sped.aspx

Special Format LibrarySouth Dakota Braille and Talking Book LibraryState Library Building800 Governors DrivePierre , SD 57501-2294(800) 423-6665(605) [email protected]://www.sdstatelibrary.com/b&tb/index.htm

Special Health Care NeedsMCH ProgramsChildren’s Special Health ServicesHealth and Medical ServicesDepartment of Health615 E. Fourth StreetPierre , SD 57501(800) 305-3064(605) [email protected]://www.state.sd.us/doh

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.sd.us

Transition ServicesBlack Hills Special Services Coop.221 S. CentralPierre , SD 57501(605) [email protected]://www.tslp.org

UCEDDCenter for DisabilitiesSanford School of Medicine of The University of South DakotaDepartment of Pediatrics1400 W. 22nd StreetSioux Falls , SD 57105(800) 658-3080 (V/TTY)(605) [email protected]://www.usd.edu/cd

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesOffice of Career and Technical EducationSouth Dakota Department of Education700 Governors Drive Pierre , SD 57501-2291(605) [email protected]://doe.sd.gov/octe/

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesHillsview Plaza, East Highway 34c/o 500 E. CapitolPierre , SD 57501-5070(605) [email protected]://dhs.sd.gov/drs/





AutismAutism Society of the Black Hills521 7th StreetRapid City , SD 57701(605) 415-3739(605) [email protected]://www.autismsd.org

AutismAutism Society of Central South Dakota19304 Robbs Flat RoadMidland , SD 57552-9113(605) [email protected]


Learning DisabilitiesLDA of South DakotaP.O. Box 9760 Rapid City , SD 57709-97601-888-388-5553 (in SD only)[email protected]://www.geocities.com/Athens/Ithaca/8835/AboutLDA-SD.html

Mental HealthNAMI South DakotaP.O. Box 88808 Sioux Falls , SD 57109(800) [email protected]://www.nami.org/sites/namisouthdakota

Speech, Language, and HearingSouth Dakota Speech-Language-Hearing AssociationP.O. Box 308Sioux Falls , SD 57101(605) [email protected]://www.sdslha.org


Other Parent OrganizationSouth Dakota Parent Information and Resource CenterP.O. Box 218 Sturgis , SD 57785(800) 219-6247(605) [email protected]://www.sdpirc.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)South Dakota Congress of Parents and Teachers411 E. CapitolPierre , SD 57501-3194(605) [email protected]://www.southdakotapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)South Dakota Parent Connection3701 W. 49th Street, Suite 102Sioux Falls , SD 57106(800) 640-4553 (in SD)(605) 361-3171 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.sdparent.org




South Dakota Coalition of Citizens with Disabilities221 South Central AvenuePierre , SD 57501(800) 210-0143 (V/TTY)(605) 945-2207 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.sd-ccd.org

South Dakota Cares1351 N. Harrison AvenuePierre , SD 57501(800) 592-1852(605) [email protected]://www.southdakotacares.org

Tennessee

State Agencies

ADA CenterSoutheast ADA Center1419 Mayson Street NEAtlanta , GA 30324(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)(404) 541-9001 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adagreatlakes.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindJennifer Vick, Project CoordinatorProject TREDS – TN Deafblind ProjectVanderbilt UniversityMonroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at VanderbiltCenter for Child Development3401 W. End Avenue, Suite 460 WestNashville , TN 37203(800) 288-2266 (V/TTY)(615) [email protected]://www.treds-deafblindproject.com

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesServices for the Blind and Visually ImpairedServices for the Deaf and Hard of HearingCitizens Plaza State Office Building400 Deaderick Street, 14th FloorNashville , TN 37243-1403(800) 628-7818(615) 313-4917(615) 313-6601 (TTY);(800) 270-1349 (TTY)[email protected]://www.tn.gov/humanserv/rehab/bvis.html

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)TennCare(800) 669-1851http://www.state.tn.us/tenncare/

D D CouncilTennessee Council on Developmental DisabilitiesParkway Towers404 James Robertson Parkway, Suite 130 Nashville , TN 37243-0228(615) [email protected]://www.state.tn.us/cdd

Deaf/Hard of HearingTennessee Council for the Deaf and Hard of HearingCitizens Plaza Building400 Deaderick Street, 14th FloorNashville , TN 37248-6000(800) 270-1349 (in TN)(615) 313-49181-615-713-2871 (Video Phone)http://www.tn.gov/humanserv/rehab/cc6.html

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Intellectual Disabilities ServicesDepartment of Finance and Administration15th Floor, Andrew Jackson Building500 Deaderick StreetNashville , TN 37243(800) 535-9725(615) [email protected]://www.tn.gov/dids/

Early InterventionTennessee’s Early Intervention System (TEIS)Tennessee Department of EducationDivision of Special Populations710 James Robertson Parkway, 10th FloorAndrew Johnson TowerNashville , TN 37243-0375(800) 852-7157(615) [email protected]://www.tn.gov/education/teis/

MediationDivision of Special EducationDepartment of EducationAndrew Johnson Tower710 James Robertson Parkway, 7th floorNashville , TN 37243-0380(615) 741-5988(888) [email protected]://www.tn.gov/education/speced/

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health and Developmental DisabilitiesCordell Hull Building, 3rd Floor425 5th Avenue NorthNashville , TN 37243(615) [email protected]://www.state.tn.us/mental

Mental Health – YouthOffice of Children and YouthDivision of Special Populations and Minority InitiativesTennessee Department of Mental Health and Developmental DisabilitiesCordell Hull Building, 5th Floor425 5th Avenue NorthNashville , TN 37243(615) 253-4800(615) 532-6612 (TTY)[email protected]://www.state.tn.us/mental

OtherState Department for Children and Youth in State CustodyViola P. Miller, Ed.D., CommissionerTricia Lea, Ph.D., Director of Medical and Behavioral ServicesTennessee Department of Children’s ServicesCordell Hull Building, 7th Floor436 6th Avenue NorthNashville , TN 37243-1290(615) [email protected]://www.state.tn.us/youth

Preschool, DisabilitiesTennessee Department of EducationDivision of Special Education2763 Island Home BoulevardKnoxville , TN 37920(888) 212-3162 (Special Education questions)(865) 594-5691http://state.tn.us/education/speced

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Law & Advocacy Center of TennesseeP O Box 1212572416 21st Avenue South, Suite 100 Nashville , TN 37212(615) 298-1080(800) 342-1660 (in TN)(888) 852-2852 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dlactn.org

Relay Services (866) 503-0263 (V/TTY/ASCII)

Special EducationJoseph Fisher, Assistant Commissioner

Division of Special EducationDepartment of EducationAndrew Johnson Tower, 7th Floor710 James Robertson ParkwayNashville , TN , 37243-0380(888) 212-3162(615) [email protected]://www.state.tn.us/education/speced/

Special Format LibraryTennessee Library for the Blind and Physically HandicappedTennessee State Library and Archives403 Seventh Avenue NorthNashville , TN 37243-0313(800) 342-3308(615) [email protected]://www.tennessee.gov/tsla/lbph

Special Health Care NeedsDee Hitz, Nursing ConsultantChildren’s Special ServicesTennessee Department of HealthCordell Hull Building, 5th Floor425 5th Avenue NorthNashville , TN 37247-4750(615) [email protected]://www.tennessee.gov

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.tennessee.gov/

Transition ServicesJane Winstead, Director for Transition ServicesTennessee Department of EducationDivision of Special Education2763 Island Home BoulevardKnoxville , TN 37920(865) [email protected]

UCEDDBoling Center for Developmental DisabilitiesUniversity of Tennessee Health Science Center711 Jefferson AvenueMemphis , TN 38105(888) 572-2249(901) 448-6511(901) 448-4677 (TTY)http://www.uthsc.edu/bcdd/

UCEDDVanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental DisabilitiesVanderbilt Kennedy CenterPMB 40230 Appleton PlaceNashville , TN 37203(615) 322-8240(866) [email protected]://kc.vanderbilt.edu/kennedy/ucedd/index.html

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesDivision of Career and Technical Education4th Floor, Andrew Johnson Tower710 James Roberston ParkwayNashville , TN 37243-0383(615) 532-2834http://www.state.tn.us/education/

Vocational RehabilitationAndrea Cooper, Assistant CommissionerDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesDepartment of Human Services400 Deaderick Street, l5th FloorNashville , TN 37248-0060(615) [email protected]://www.state.tn.us/humanserv




Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)PO Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org


AutismAutism Society of Middle Tennessee955 Woodland StreetNashville , TN 37206-3753(615) [email protected]://www.tnautism.org


Cerebral PalsyPeggy Fryer, President/CEOUCP of the Mid South, Inc.4189 Leroy AvenueMemphis , TN 38108(901) [email protected]

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation Middle and West Tennessee2002 Richard Jones Road, Suite C-202 Nashville , TN 37215(800) 244-0768(615) [email protected]://epilepsytn.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Tennessee151 Athens Way, Suite 100 Nashville , TN 37228(800) 835-7077(615) [email protected]@aol.comhttp://www.thearctn.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of America4156 Library RoadPittsburgh , PA 15234-1349(412) 341-1515http://www.ldaamerica.org/

Mental HealthMental Health Association of Middle Tennessee2416 21st Avenue South, Suite 201Nashville , TN 37212(615) [email protected]://www.ichope.com

Mental HealthSita Diehl, Executive DirectorNAMI-Tennessee1101 Kermit Drive, Suite 605Nashville , TN 37217(800) 467-3589 (in TN)(615) [email protected]://namitn.org

Mental HealthTennessee Voices for Children701 Bradford AvenueNashville , TN 37204(615) 269-7751(800) [email protected]://www.tnvoices.org

Mental HealthTennessee Respite Network701 Bradford AvenueNashville , TN 37204(800) 670-9882(615) [email protected]://www.tnvoices.org

Speech, Language, and HearingNelia Westenberger, Executive DirectorTennessee Association of Audiologists and Speech-Language PathologistsP.O. Box 70Spring Hill, TN 37174(931) 487-9871E-mail:[email protected]:www.taaslp.org


Community Parent Resource CenterChattanooga Area Resource and Education Project1609 McCallie AveChattanooga , TN 37404(423) [email protected]://www.lifelinefamilies.org/

Other Parent OrganizationKate Driskill Kanies, M.A., M.L.S., RIP CoordinatorRegional Intervention Program (RIP)3411 Belmont BoulevardNashville , TN 37215(615) [email protected]://www.ripnetwork.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Tennessee Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.1905 Acklen AvenueNashville , TN 37212-3788(615) [email protected]://www.pta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Support and Training for Exceptional Parents, Inc. (STEP)712 Professional PlazaGreeneville , TN 37745(800) 280-7837 (English toll free in TN only)(423) 639-0125(800) 975-2919 (Spanish Toll free in TN only)(423) 639-8802 (TTY)[email protected]://www.tnstep.org



Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington, DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Tennessee2001 Woodmont Boulevard Nashville , TN 37215(800) 264-0078(615) 292-6640http://www.eastersealstn.com

March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation1101 Kermit Drive, Suite 201Nashville , TN 37217(888) 399-3272(615) 399-3200http://marchofdimes.com/

Tennessee Disability Coalition955 Woodland Street Nashville , TN 37206(615) 383-9442(615) 292-7790 (TTY)[email protected]://www.tndisability.org

Tennessee Disability Pathfinder (statewide bilingual disability information & referral service for all ages)Vanderbilt Kennedy Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities1114 17th Avenue South, Suite 105Nashville , TN 37212(615) 322-8529; (800) 640-4636 (English/Spanish line)(711) Free relay [email protected]://www.familypathfinder.org

TexasState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyContact University Centers for Excellence inDevelopmental Disabilities – Center for DisabilityStudies.

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindTexas School for the Blind and Visually Impaired1100 W. 45th StreetAustin , TX 78756(512) 454-8631(800) 872-5273 (to leave a message)(512) 206-9451 (TTY)[email protected]://www.tsbvi.edu/

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsDepartment of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services4900 N. LamarAustin , TX 78756(800) 628-5115http://www.dars.state.tx.us/

Career & Technical EducationCTE UnitTexas Education Agency1701 N. Congress AvenueAustin , TX 78701(512) [email protected]://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=4881&menu_id=720

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)TexCare(800) 647-6558http://www.texcarepartnership.com/CHIP-CHIP-Page.htm

D D CouncilTexas Council for Developmental Disabilities6201 E. Oltorf, Suite 600Austin , TX 78741-7509(512) 437-5432(800) [email protected]://www.txddc.state.tx.us/

Deaf/Hard of HearingTexas School for the Deaf1102 S. Congress AvenueAustin , TX 78704-1728(512) 462-5300 (V/TTY)http://www.tsd.state.tx.us/

Deaf/Hard of HearingServices for the Deaf and Hard of HearingIDEA CoordinationTexas Education Agency1701 N. Congress AvenueAustin , TX 78701-1494(512) [email protected]://www.tea.state.tx.us/deaf

Deaf/Hard of HearingOffice for Deaf and Hard of Hearing ServicesDepartment of Assistive and Rehabilitative ServicesP. O. Box 12904Austin , TX 78711-2904(512) 407-3250 (V);(512) 407 3251 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dars.state.tx.us/

Deaf/Hard of HearingEducation Resource Center on Deafness (ERCOD)Statewide Resources, Information, and Referral1102 S. Congress AvenueAustin , TX, 78704-1728(512) 462-5329(800) 332-3873 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.tsd.state.tx.us/

Early InterventionDept. of Assistive & Rehabilitative ServicesDivision for Early Childhood Intervention Services4800 N. Lamar Blvd.Austin , TX 78756(512) 424-6754(800) 628-5115 (Information & Referral)[email protected]://www.dars.state.tx.us/ecis

HealthDepartment of State Health Services1100 W. 49th StreetAustin , TX 78756(512) 458-7375http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/

Mental Health – YouthChildren with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN)Services ProgramPurchased Health Services UnitDepartment of State Health Services1100 W. 49th StreetAustin , TX , 78756-3179

(800) 252-8023 (Program Hotline)(888) [email protected]://www.dshs.state.tx.us/cshcn/

Preschool, DisabilitiesDivision of IDEA CoordinationTexas Education Agency1701 N. Congress AvenueAustin , TX 78701-1494(512) 463-9414(800) 252-9668 (Parent Information Line)http://www.tea.state.tx.us/special.ed

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Texas2222 West Braker LaneAustin , TX 78758(512) 454-4816 (V/TTY)(800) 252-9108 (In TX)(866) 362-2851 (Video Phone)[email protected]:// www.DisabilityRightsTx.org

Relay Services (800) 735-2988 (V)(800) 735-2989 (TTY),711 (TTY)(800) 735-2991 (ASCII)(877) 826-6607(Speech to Speech)

Special EducationSpecial Education ProgramsTexas Education Agency1701 N. Congress AvenueAustin , TX 78701-1494(512) 463-9414(800) [email protected]://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=2147491399

Special Format LibraryTalking Book ProgramTexas State Library and Archives CommissionP.O. Box 12927Austin , TX 78711-2927(512) 463-5458(800) [email protected]://www.texastalkingbooks.org/

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN) Services ProgramPurchased Health Services UnitDepartment of State Health Services1100 W. 49th Street, MC 1938Austin , TX 78714-9347(512) 776-7355(800) [email protected]://www.dshs.state.tx.us/cshcn/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.state.tx.us/

Transition ServicesDivision of IDEA CoordinationTexas Education Agency1701 N. Congress AvenueAustin , TX 78701(512) [email protected]://www.tea.state.tx.us/index2.aspx?id=2147496883

UCEDDTexas Center for Disability StudiesThe University of Texas at AustinCommons Learning Center10100 Burnet Road Austin , TX, 78758(512) 232-0740(800) 828-7839(512) 232-0762 (TTY)[email protected]://tcds.edb.utexas.edu/

UCEDDCenter on Disability and DevelopmentTexas A&M UniversityDepartment of Educational PsychologyHarrington 637F, Mail Stop 4225 College Station , TX 77843-4225(979) [email protected]://cdd.tamu.edu/

Vocational Rehabilitation Vocational Rehabilitation

Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services4800 N. LamarAustin , TX 78751(800) 628-5115http://www.dars.state.tx.us/

Department of Aging and Disability Services701 W. 51st StreetAustin , TX 78751(512) 438-3030(800) 874-9426 (TTY)[email protected]://www.dads.state.tx.us/



Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)8181 Professional Place, Suite 201Landover , MD 20785(301) 306-7070(800) 233-4050http://www.chadd.org/

Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorders Association – Southern Region (ADDA-SR)12345 Jones Road, Suite 287-7Houston , TX 77070(281) [email protected]://www.adda-sr.org/

AutismAutism Society Greater AustinPO Box 160841Austin , TX 78716-0841(512) [email protected]://www.austinautismsociety.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]://www.afb.org/

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Texas316 W. 12th Street, Suite 405Austin , TX 78701(512) 326-1212(800) 392-0040 (in TX)[email protected]://www.biatx.org/

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Texas1016 La Posada, Suite 145Austin , TX 78752(512) 472-8696(800) 798-1492 (in TX)[email protected]://www.ucptexas.org/

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of Texas – Houston/Dallas/Ft. Worth(888) 548-9716http://www.eftx.org/

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Texas, Suite 1008001 Centre Park DriveAustin , TX 78754(512) 454-6694(800) [email protected]://www.thearcoftexas.org/

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of TexasP.O. Box 831392Richardson , TX [email protected]://www.ldat.org/

Mental HealthCouncil of Families for ChildrenP.O. Box 14259Austin , TX [email protected]://www.counciloffamilies.org/

Mental HealthMental Health America of Texas1210 San Antonio, Suite 200Austin , TX 78701(512) [email protected]://www.mhatexas.org/

Mental HealthNAMI TexasFountain Park Plaza III2800 South IH 35, Suite 140Austin , TX 78704(512) 693-2000(800) 633-3760http://www.namitexas.org/

Mental HealthTexas Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health7800 Shoal Creek Road 243-SAustin , TX 78752

Speech, Language and HearingTexas Speech-Language-Hearing Association918 Congress Avenue, Suite 200Austin , TX 78701

(512) 407-8844(866) [email protected]://www.txffcmh.org/

(512) 494-1127(888) 729-8742http://www.txsha.org/


Community Parent Resource CenterCDIC – Community Parent Resource Center1101 E. SchusterEl Paso , TX 79902(915) [email protected]/http://www.cdicelpaso.org/

Other Parent OrganizationFamily to Family Network13150 FM 529, Suite 106Houston , TX , 77041(713) [email protected] http://www.familytofamilynetwork.org

Other Parent OrganizationFamily Support Network, Texas A&M University4225 Texas A&M UniversityCollege Station , TX 77843-4225(979) [email protected]://fsn.tamu.edu/

Other Parent Organization (Serving families in the Houston Area)Special Kids, Inc. (SKI)7447 Harwin DriveSte. #125Houston , TX 77036(713) 783-KIDS(5437)[email protected] http://www.specialkidsinc.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Texas PTA408 W. 11th StreetAustin , TX 78701-2113(512) 476-6769(800) [email protected]://www.txpta.org/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) (Serving San Antonio, Houston, and the Lower Rio Grande Valley)Team ProjectPartners Resource Network, Inc.2400 Augusta Drive, Suite 435Houston , TX , 77092(713) 524-2147(877) 832-8945 (in TX)[email protected]://www.partnerstx.org/team

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) (Serving Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, Wichita Falls, Southeast and East Texas)PATH Project1090 Longfellow Drive, Suite BBeaumont , TX 77706-4819(409) 898-4684(800) 866-4726 (in TX)[email protected]://www.partnerstx.org/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) (Serving Amarillo, Lubbock, Abilene, San Angelo, and El Paso)PEN Project1001 Main Street, Suite 804Lubbock , TX 79401(806) 762-1434(877) 762-1435 (in TX)[email protected]://www.partnerstx.org/

Parent-to-ParentTexas Parent to Parent3710 Cedar Street, Box 12Austin , TX 78705(512) 458-8600(866) [email protected]://www.txp2p.org/


Independent LivingTexas State Independent Living Council (SILC)5555 N. Lamar, Suite K103Austin , TX 78766(512) 371-7353(877) [email protected]://www.txsilc.org/

Easter Seals North Texas1555 Merrimac Circle, Suite 102Ft. Worth , TX 76107(817) 759-7900(888) 288-8324 (in TX)[email protected]://www.fortworth.easterseals.com/

Governor’s Committee on People with DisabilitiesP.O. Box 12428Austin , TX 78711(512) 463-5742(512) 463-5746 (TTY)711 (Relay Service)[email protected]://www.governor.state.tx.us/disabilities

Utah

State Agencies

ADA CenterRocky Mountain ADA Center3630 Sinton Road, Suite 103Colorado Springs , CO 80907(719) 444-0268 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adainformation.org/

Assistive TechnologyUtah Assistive Technology ProgramCenter for Persons with DisabilitiesUtah State University6855 Old Main HillLogan , UT 84322-6855(435) [email protected]://www.uatpat.org

Assistive TechnologyUtah Center for Assistive Technology1595 West 500 SouthSalt Lake City , UT 84104-5238(801) 887-9380 (V)(888) [email protected]://www.usor.utah.gov/ucat

Blind/Visually Impaired: Ages 16 and AboveDivision of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired250 North 1950 West, Suite BSalt Lake City , UT 84116-7902(801) [email protected]://www.usor.utah.gov/dsbvi.htm

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Utah CHIPP.O. Box 16520Salt Lake City , UT 84116(877) 543-7669http://www.utahchip.org/

D D CouncilUtah Developmental Disabilities Council155 South 300 West, Suite 100Salt Lake City , UT 84101(801) [email protected]://www.utahddc.org

Deaf-BlindUtah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind742 Harrison BoulevardOgden , UT 84404(801) 629-4700 (V)(801) 624-4701 (TTY)http://www.usdb.org

Deaf-BlindState Deafblind Project742 Harrison BoulevardOgden , UT 84404(801) 629-4732(801) 629-4701 (TTY)[email protected]://www.usdb.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingRobert G. Sanderson Community Center of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Services for People with DisabilitiesDepartment of Human Services

Utah State Office of Rehabilitation5709 South 1500 WestTaylorsville , UT 84123(801) 263-4861 (V)(800) 860-4860 (in UT)(801) 263-4860 (TTY)[email protected]://www.deafservices.utah.gov

120 North 200 West, Suite 411Salt Lake City , UT 84103(801) [email protected]://www.dspd.utah.gov

Early InterventionBabyWatchEarly Intervention ProgramUtah Department of HealthP.O. Box 144720Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4720(801) 584-8226(800) [email protected]://www.utahbabywatch.org

MediationUtah State Office of Education250 East 500 SouthP.O. Box 144200Salt Lake City , UT 84114(801) [email protected]://www.schools.utah.gov

Mental Health – YouthChildren, Youth and Families TeamUtah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health120 North 200 West, Room 209Salt Lake City , UT 84103(801) [email protected]://www.dsamh.utah.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesUtah State Office of Education250 East 500 SouthP.O. Box 144200Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4200(801) [email protected]://www.schools.utah.gov/sars/preschool.htm

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Law Center205 North 400 West Salt Lake City , UT 84103(801) 363-1347(800) 662-9080 (In UT)(801) 924-3185 (TTY)www.disabilitylawcenter.org/contact.phphttp://www.disabilitylawcenter.org

Relay Services (888) 735-5906 (V)(800) 346-4128 (V/TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 346-4128 (TTY)(888) 346-5822 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationSpecial Education ServicesState Office of Education250 East 500 SouthP.O. Box 144200Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4200(801) [email protected]://www.schools.utah.gov

Special Format LibraryUtah State Library DivisionProgram for the Blind and Disabled250 North 1950 West, Suite ASalt Lake City , UT 84116-7901(801) 715-6789; (800) 662-5540 (in UT)(800) 453-4293 (all states, except Utah)(801) 715-6721 (TTY)[email protected]://blindlibrary.utah.gov

Special Health Care NeedsUtah Department of HealthCommunity and Family Health ServicesChildren with Special Health Care Needs44 North Medical DriveP.O. Box 144610Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4610(801) 584-8239(800) [email protected]://health.utah.gov/cfhs

State Division of Substance Abuse and Mental HealthUtah Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health120 North 200 West, Room 209Salt Lake City , UT 84103(801) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.dsamh.utah.gov


Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.utah.gov/

Utah State Office of EducationSPECIAL EDUCATION250 East 500 SouthP.O. Box 144200Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4200(801) [email protected]://www.schools.utah.gov

UCEDDCenter for Persons with DisabilitiesUtah State UniversityUniversity Center for Excellence in Disabilities6800 Old Main HillLogan , UT 84322-6800(435) [email protected]://www.cpdusu.org

Vocational RehabilitationUtah State Office of RehabilitationP.O. Box 144200Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4200(801) 538-7530 (V/TTY)http://www.usor.utah.gov





AutismAutism Information Resources at the Utah Parent Center2290 East 4500 South, Suite 110Salt Lake City , UT 84117(801) 272-1051(800) 468-1160 (V/TTY)http://www.utahparentcenter.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Utah, Inc.1800 South West Temple, Suite 203Salt Lake City , UT 84115(801) 484-2240(800) 281-8442 (in UT)[email protected]; [email protected]://www.biau.org

Cerebral PalsyCerebral Palsy of UtahFoundations for Independence3550 South 700 WestSalt Lake City , UT 84119(801) [email protected]://www.ffiutah.org

EpilepsyEpilepsy Association of Utah1995 West 9000 South Level BWest Jordan , UT 84088(801) [email protected]://www.epilepsyut.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Utah155 South 300 West, Suite 201Salt Lake City , UT 84101(801) 364-5060(800) 371-5060 (In UT)[email protected]

http://www.arcutah.orgMental HealthMental Health Association in Utah1800 South West Temple, Suite 501Salt Lake City , UT 84115(801) [email protected]://www.mhaut.org

Mental HealthAllies with Families450 East 1000 North, Suite 311North Salt Lake , UT 84054(801) 433-2595(877) [email protected]://www.allieswithfamilies.org

Mental HealthNAMI-Utah450 South 900 EastSalt Lake City , UT 84102(801) [email protected]://www.namiut.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of UtahFamily to Family Health Information & Education Center44 N. Medical DriveP.O. Box 144650Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4650(801) 584-8236(800) 829-8200(801) 808-4220 (cell)[email protected]://www.familyvoices.orgwww.medhomeportal.org

Speech, Language, and HearingUtah Speech-Language-Hearing Association1379 31st StreetOgden , UT 84403(801) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.ushaonline.net/


Other Parent OrganizationFamily to Family NetworkA Project of the Utah Parent Center230 West 200 South, Suite 1101Salt Lake City , UT 84101(801) 272-1051 (Voice/TTY)(800) 468-1160 (In Utah)http://www.utahfamilytofamilynetwork.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Utah Congress of Parents and Teachers5192 S. Greenpine DriveSalt Lake City , UT 84123(801) 261-3100(866) [email protected]://www.utahpta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Utah Parent Center230 West 200 South, Suite 1101Salt Lake City , UT 84101(801) 272-1051 (V/TTY)(800) 468-1160 (In UT)[email protected]://www.utahparentcenter.org/

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX , 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org


Independent Living Utah Birth Defect Network

To find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Department of HealthP.O. Box 144697Salt Lake City , UT 84114-4697(801) 257-0566, ext. 204(866) [email protected]://health.utah.gov/birthdefect

Access Utah Network (Statewide Information and Referral for Disability Issues)155 South 300 West, Suite 100Salt Lake City , UT 84101(801) 533-4636 (SLC area)(800) 333-8824 (outside SLC)[email protected]://www.accessut.org

Turn Community Services638 E. Wilmington AvenueSalt Lake City , UT 84106(801) 486-3778 (V/TTY)(800) 388-1991 (In Utah)[email protected]://www.turn.nu

Art Access/VSA arts of Utah230 South 500 West #125Salt Lake City , UT , 84101(801) 328-0703 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.accessart.org

Work Ability UtahUtah Department of HealthDivision of Health Care Financingc/o Office of Rehabilitation1595 West 500 SouthSalt Lake City , UT , 84104(801) [email protected]://www.workabilityutah.org

VermontState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyVermont Assistive Technology Project103 South Main Street, Weeks BuildingWaterbury , VT 05671-2305(802) 241-2672 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.dail.state.vt.us/ATP

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsDepartment of Disabilities, Aging and Independent LivingDivision for the Blind and Visually Impaired103 South Main Street, Weeks IC, Room 109Waterbury , VT 05671-2304(888) 405-5005(802) [email protected]://www.dail.state.vt.us/dbvi

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)103 S. Main StreetWaterbury , VT 05671(800) 250-8427http://www.path.state.vt.us/Programs_Pages/Healthcare/drdynasaur.htm

D D CouncilVermont Developmental Disabilities Council103 S. Main StreetWaterbury , VT 05671-0602(888) 317-2006(802) 241-2612 (V/TTY)[email protected]://ddc.vermont.gov

Deaf/Hard of HearingDivision of Vocational Rehabilitation103 S. Main Street, Weeks 1AWaterbury , VT 05671-2303(802) 241-2186 (V/TTY)(802) 241-2199 (TTY)[email protected]://www.vocrehab.vermont.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental ServicesDepartment of Disabilities, Aging and Independent

Early InterventionFamily, Infant and Toddler ProgramDepartment for Children and Families

Living103 S. Main Street, Weeks BuildingWaterbury , VT 05671-1601(802) 241-2648(802) [email protected]://healthvermont.gov/

Child Development Division103 S. Main StreetWaterbury , VT 05671-2901(802) [email protected]://www.dcf.state.vt.us/cdd

MediationVermont Department of Education120 State StreetMontpelier , VT 05620-2501(802) [email protected]://www.state.vt.us/educ/

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental HealthAgency of Human ServicesP.O. Box 70Burlington , VT 05402-0070(802) [email protected]://www.healthvermont.gov

Mental Health – Youth1 – State AgenciesState: VermontDepartment of Mental HealthP.O. Box 70Burlington , VT 05402-0070(802) [email protected]://www.healthvermont.gov/

Preschool, Disabilities1 – State AgenciesState: VermontSpecial Education UnitDepartment of Education120 State StreetMontpelier , VT 05620-2501(802) 828-5114http://www.state.vt.us/educ/new/html/pgm_sped.html

Programs for Children who are Deaf or Hard of HearingVermont Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing209 Austine DriveBrattleboro , VT 05301(802) 258-9500 (V/TTY)http://www.vcdhh.org/wp/

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Vermont141 Main Street, Suite 7Montpelier , VT 05602(800) 834-7890, ext. 106(802) [email protected]://www.disabilityrightsvt.org/


Special EducationStudent Support Services120 State Street, State Office Building Montpelier , VT 05620-2501(802) [email protected]://www.state.vt.us/educ/new/html/pgm_sped.html

Special Format LibraryVermont Department of LibrariesSpecial Services Unit578 Paine Turnpike NorthBerlin , VT , 05602(800) 479-1711(802) [email protected]

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health NeedsDepartment of Health108 Cherry StreetP.O. Box 70Burlington , VT , 05402(802) [email protected]://www.healthvermont.gov/family/cshn/cshn.aspx

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact to your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:

Transition ServicesVermont State Department of Education120 State StreetMontpelier , VT 05620(802) 828-5110

http://www.vermont.gov/portal [email protected]://education.vermont.gov/

UCEDDCenter on Disability and Community InclusionThe UCEDD of Vermont/University of VermontCollege of Education and Social ServicesMann Hall – 3rd Floor208 Colchester AvenueBurlington , VT , 05405-1757(802) [email protected]://www.uvm.edu/~cdci

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesVocational Education for Disadvantaged and Handicapped ProgramsDepartment of Education120 State StreetMontpelier , VT , 05620(802) [email protected]://www.state.vt.us/educ

Vocational RehabilitationVocational Rehabilitation DivisionDepartment of Aging and Independent LivingAgency of Human Services103 S. Main StreetWaterbury , VT 05671-2303(802) [email protected]://www.vocrehab.vermont.gov/Disability Specific Organizations




AutismAutism Society of VermontP.O. Box 978White River Junction , VT 05001(800) 559-7398(802) 457-3764http://www.autism-info.org

AutismAutism Support DailyP.O. Box 4556 Burlington , VT , 05406(802) [email protected]://www.AutismSupportDaily.com

AutismAAWARE – Approach Autism with Advocacy Recovery & Education7 River StreetMontpelier , VT , 05602(802) [email protected]://www.aaware.org


Blind/Visual ImpairmentsVermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired37 Elmwood AvenueBurlington , VT , 05401(800) 639-5861(802) [email protected]://www.vabvi.org/

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of VermontP.O. Box 226Shelburne , VT , 05482-0226(877) [email protected]://www.biavt.org

Cerebral PalsyAssociation for Cerebral Palsy73 Main Street, Room 17Montpelier , VT 05602(802) 223-5161

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of VermontP.O. Box 6292Rutland, VT 05702(800) 565-0972(802) [email protected]

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesCentral Vermont Advocacy73 Main Street, Suite 17Montpelier , VT 05602(802) [email protected]

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of America4156 Library RoadPittsburgh , PA 15234-1349(412) 341-1515http://www.ldanatl.org

Learning DisabilitiesNew Hampshire Branch of the International Dyslexia Association(also serving Vermont and Maine)P.O. Box 3724Concord , NH 03302-3724(603) [email protected]://www.nhida.org

Mental HealthNational Mental Health Association (NMHA)( to identify an NMHA chapter in your state )1021 Prince StreetAlexandria , VA 22314-2971(800) 969-6642http://www.nmha.org

Mental HealthNAMI Vermont132 S. Main StreetWaterbury , VT 05676(800) 639-6480(802) [email protected]://www.namivt.org

Mental HealthVermont Federation of Families for Children’s Mental HealthP.O. Box 507 Waterbury , VT 05676-0507(800) 639-6071 (Families only)(802) [email protected]://www.vffcmh.org

Speech, Language, and HearingVermont Speech-Language-Hearing [email protected]://www.vsha.us

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Vermont Congress of Parents and TeachersP.O. Box 284Richmond , VT 05477(802) [email protected]

Vermont Family Network600 Blair Park Road, Suite 240Williston , VT 05495(800) 800-4005 (In VT)(802) 876-5315 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.vermontfamilynetwork.org

Parent-To-ParentContact the Parent Training and Information Center.


Independent LivingVermont Center for Independent Living11 E. State StreetMontpelier , VT 05602-3008(800) 639-1522 (V/TTY)(802) [email protected]://www.vcil.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor Washington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Addison County Parent Child CenterP.O. Box 646Middlebury , VT 05753(802) 388-3171http://www.sover.net/~thepcc

Vermont Coalition for Disability Rights73 Main Street, Suite 402Montpelier , VT 05602(802) [email protected]://www.vcdr.org

VSA arts of VermontThe Woolen Mill20 W. Canal StreetWinooski , VT 05404(802) [email protected]://www.vsavt.org

Virgin Islands

State Agencies

ADA CenterNortheast ADA CenterEmployment and Disability InstituteCornell University201 Dolgen HallIthaca , NY 14853-3901(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY/Spanish)(607) 255-6686 (V/TTY/Spanish)[email protected]://www.northeastada.org

D D CouncilContact Vocational Rehabilitation Agency.

Deaf/Hard of HearingContact Department of Education: Special Education.

Early InterventionInfant and Toddlers ProgramDepartment of HealthElaine Co. Complex, Lower LevelEst. Contant #78-1, 2, 3

Lower LevelSt. Thomas , VI 00802(340) 777-8804, ext. 2623(340) 774-9290 (TDD)[email protected]://www.healthvi.org/index.php?page_id=98

MediationContact Department of Education: Special Education.

Mental HealthDivision of Mental Health, Alcoholism and Drug Dependency ServicesBarbel Plaza South, 1st FloorSt. Thomas , VI 00801(340) 774-4888, ext. [email protected]

Mental Health – YouthContact Mental Health Agency.

Monitoring and Improvement PlanningOffice of Special EducationDepartment of Education1834 Kongens GadeCharlotte AmalieSt. Thomas , VI , 00802(340) [email protected]://www.usviosep.org/


Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands63 Estate Cane CarltonFredericksted, St. Croix , VI 00840(340) 772-1200(340) 776-4303(340) 772-4641 (TTY)[email protected]://www.drcvi.org

Relay Services711 (TTY)(800) 229-5746 (Speech to Speech – English)(866) 260-9470 (Speech to Speech – Spanish)

Special EducationDepartment of EducationState Office of Special Education1834 Kongens GadeCharlotte AmalieSt. Thomas , VI 00802-6746(340) 776-5802(340) 718-7682 (St. Croix Office)[email protected]://sose.vide.vi/

Special Health Care NeedsMaternal Child Health and Children with Special HealthCare Needs ProgramVirgin Islands Department of Health2C Estate Contant, AQ Building, 2nd FloorCharlotte AmalieSt. Thomas , VI 00802(340) 776-3580http://www.healthvi.org/index.php

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.usvitourism.vi/official_business#government

UCEDDVirgin Islands University Center for Excellence in Developmental DisabilitiesUniversity of the Virgin IslandsOffice of the Provost and Senior Vice President#2 John Brewers BaySt. Thomas , VI 00803(340)[email protected]://viucedd.org/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesCareer, Technical and Adult EducationDepartment of Education1834 Kongens GadeCharlotte AmalieSt. Thomas , VI 00802-6746(340) 776-3484(340) 776-3488 (Fax)[email protected]://www.doe.vi/11.html

Vocational RehabilitationDivision Disabilities and Vocational Rehabilitation

ServicesDepartment of Human ServicesKnud Hansen Complex, Building A1303 Hospital GroundCharlotte AmalieSt. Thomas , VI , 00802(340) 774-0930http://www.dhs.gov.vi/disabilities/index.htmlOrganizations for Parents

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Virgin Islands Family Information Network on Disabilities (V.I.FIND)Inter Island Parent Coalition for Change, Inc.9500 Wheatley Shopping Center II, Unit 8P.O. Box 11670St. Thomas , VI 00802(340) 774-1662(340) 692-2323 (St. Croix)(340) 513-8884 (Parent Hotline)[email protected]

http://www.taalliance.org/ptis/vifind/


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) in the Virgin Islands, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers for independent living (CILs) in the Virgin Islands, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

VirginiaState Agencies


Assistive TechnologyVirginia Assistive Technology System8004 Franklin Farms DriveRichmond , VA 23229(800) 552-5019(804) 662-9995 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.vats.org

Blind/ Visual Impairments/ Deaf-BlindEducation ServicesVirginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired397 Azalea AvenueRichmond , VA 23227-3600

Career & Technical EducationOffice of Career and Technical Education ServicesVirginia Department of EducationP.O. Box 2120Richmond , VA 23218-2120

(804) [email protected]://www.vdbvi.org

(804) [email protected]://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/Instruction/CTE

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)FAMISP.O. Box 1820Richmond , VA 23218-1820(866) 873-2647http://www.famis.org

D D CouncilVirginia Board for People with DisabilitiesNinth Street Office Building202 N. Ninth Street, 9th FloorRichmond , VA 23219(800) 846-4464 (In VA)(804) 786-0016 (V/TTY);http://www.vaboard.org

Deaf-BlindTogether We Can: Virginia’s Deaf-Blind ProjectPartnership for People with DisabilitiesVirginia Commonwealth University700 E. Franklin Street, 10th FloorP.O. Box 843020Richmond , VA 23284-3020(804) 828-8252http://www.twc-deafblind.state.va.us

Deaf/Hard of HearingVirginia Department for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing1602 Rolling Hills Drive, Suite 203Richmond , VA 23229-5012(800) 552-7917 (V/TTY)(804) 662-9502 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.vddhh.org

Developmental DisabilitiesOffice of Mental Retardation ServicesDepartment of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse ServicesP.O. Box 1797Richmond , VA 23219(804) [email protected]://www.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Dispute ResolutionVirginia Department of EducationComplaints, Mediation, Due ProcessP.O. Box 2120Richmond , VA 23218-2120(804) [email protected]://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/dueproc/

Dispute ResolutionMediation CoordinatorVirginia Department of EducationP.O. Box 2120 Richmond , VA 23218-2120(804) [email protected]://www.doe.virginia.gov/

Early InterventionInfant & Toddler Connection of VirginiaVirginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services1220 Bank Street, 9th FloorP.O. Box 1797Richmond , VA 23219-1797(800) 234-1448 (Central Directory for Early Intervention Services)(804) [email protected]://www.infantva.org

Health Division of Child and Adolescent HealthVirginia Department of Health109 Governor Street, Eighth FloorRichmond , VA 23219(804) [email protected]://www.vahealth.org/childadolescenthealth/index.htm

Mental HealthDepartment of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse ServicesP.O. Box 1797Richmond , VA 23218(804) [email protected]://www.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Mental Health – YouthChild and Family ServicesDepartment of Mental Health, Mental Retardation and Substance Abuse ServicesP.O. Box 1797Richmond , VA 23218(804) 786-3710http://www.dmhmrsas.virginia.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesSpecial Education Instructional ServicesVirginia Department of EducationP.O. Box 2120Richmond , VA 23218-2120(800) 292-3820(804) [email protected]://www.doe.virginia.gov

Protection & AdvocacydisAbility Law Center for Virginia1910 Byrd Avenue, Suite 5Richmond , VA 23230(800) 552-3962 (In VA)


(804) 225-2042 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.dlcv.orgSpecial EducationDivision of Special Education and Student ServicesDepartment of EducationP.O. Box 2120Richmond , VA 23218-2120(804) [email protected]://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/

Special Format LibraryVirginia Library and Resource CenterVirginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired395 Azalea AvenueRichmond , VA 23227(800) 552-7015 (V/TTY)(804) 371-3661 (V/TTY);[email protected]://www.vdbvi.org/

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health Care Needs ProgramDivision of Child and Adolescent HealthVirginia Department of Health109 Governor Street, 8th FloorRichmond , VA 23219(804) [email protected]://www.vahealth.org/specialchildren/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.virginia.gov/cmsportal2/

UCEDDPartnership for People with DisabilitiesVirginia University Center for ExcellenceVirginia Commonwealth UniversityPO Box 843020700 E. Franklin Street Richmond , VA 23284-3020(804) 828-3876(800) 828-1120 (TDD)[email protected]://www.vcu.edu/partnership

Vocational RehabilitationEducation Services ManagerVirginia Department of Rehabilitative Services8004 Franklin Farms DriveRichmond , VA 23229(800) 552-5019(804) 662-7081(804) 662-7000(800) 464-9950 (TTY)[email protected]; [email protected]://www.vadrs.org





AutismAutism Society of Central VirginiaPO Box 29364Richmond , VA 23242-0364(804) [email protected]://www.asacv.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Virginia1506 Willow Lawn Drive, Suite 212Richmond , VA 23230(804) 355-5748(800) 444-6443 (in VA)[email protected]://www.biav.net

Cerebral PalsyCerebral Palsy of Virginia5825 Arrowhead Drive, Suite 201Virginia Beach , VA 23462(757) 497-7474

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation of VirginiaUVA Medical CenterP.O. Box 800659Charlottesville , VA 22908

[email protected]://www.cerebralpalsyofvirginia.org/

(800) 332-1000 (National Answer Place line)(804) 796-9935 (Richmond)(757) 438-2398 (Tidewater)(434) 924-8669 (Charlottesville)[email protected]://www.efva.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Virginia2025 E. Main Street, Suite 107Richmond , VA 23223(888) 604-2677(804) [email protected]://www.arcofva.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Virginia3914 Monument AvenueRichmond , VA 23230-3902(804) [email protected]://www.ldavirginia.org

Mental HealthMental Health America of Virginia3212 Cutshaw Avenue, Suite 315Richmond , VA 23230(866) 400-6428(804) [email protected]; [email protected]://www.mhav.org

Mental HealthNAMI VirginiaP.O. Box 8260Richmond , VA 23226(804) [email protected]://www.namiva.org

Speech, Language, and HearingSpeech-Language-Hearing Association of Virginia, Inc.3126 W. Cary Street, #436Richmond , VA 23221(888) [email protected]://www.shav.org

Visual ImpairmentAmerican Foundation for the Blind Information Center11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300New York , NY 10001(212) 502-7600(800) [email protected]://www.afb.org


Community Parent Resource Center (Serving Arlington, Fairfax, Loudon, and Prince William Counties, and city of Alexandria)Formed Families Together4031 University Drive, Suite 100Fairfax , VA 22030(703) [email protected]://www.formedfamiliesforward.org

Other Parent OrganizationThe Arc of Virginia Family Involvement Project2025 E. Main Street, Suite 107Richmond , VA 23223(888) 604-2677 ext. 103(804) 649-8481 ext. [email protected]://www.arcfip.org

Parent OmbudsmanOmbudsmanDivision of Special Education and Student ServicesVirginia Department of EducationP.O. Box 2120Richmond , VA 23218-2120(800) 422-2083(804) [email protected] http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/sess

Parent Resource CenterDivision of Special Education and Student ServicesVirginia Department of EducationP.O. Box 2120Richmond , VA 23218-2120(804) 371-7421(800) [email protected] http://www.doe.virginia.gov/VDOE/sess

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Virginia PTA1027 Wilmer AvenueRichmond , VA 23227(804) [email protected]://www.vapta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC)100 N. Washington Street, Suite 234Falls Church , VA 22046(703) 923-0010(800) [email protected]://www.peatc.org/

Parent-To-Parentof VirginiaP.O. Box 38341Richmond , VA 23231(804) [email protected]://www.ptpofva.com

Virginia Federation of Families (a program of the Arc of VA)2025 E. Main Street, Suite 107Richmond , VA 23223(804) 649-8481, ext. 102(888) [email protected] http://www.medicalhomeplus.org


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000 Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th Floor, DC , 20036(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Virginia8003 Franklin Farms Drive, Suite 100Richmond , VA , 23229(866) 874-4153(804) 287-1007http://www.va.easterseals.com

VSA arts of VirginiaPlant Zero BuildingZero E. 4th Street, Studio 50Richmond , VA , [email protected]://vsava.blogspot.com/

WashingtonState Agencies

ADA CenterNorthwest ADA CenterCenter for Continuing Education in RehabilitationUniversity of Washington6912 220th St SW, #105Mountlake Terrace , WA 98043(425) 248-2480 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.nwadacenter.org

Assistive TechnologyWashington Assistive Technology Act ProgramUniversity of Washington Center for Technology & Disability StudiesUW Mailbox 357920Seattle , WA 98195-7920(206) 685-4181(800) 214-8731 (I&R)(206) 616-1396 (TTY)[email protected]://wata.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsDepartment of Services for the BlindP.O. Box 40933Olympia , WA 98504-0933(360) 725-3835(800) [email protected]://www.dsb.wa.gov

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)The CHIP ProgramWashington State Department of Social and Health Services(877) 543-7669http://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/maa/CHIP/Index.html

D D CouncilWashington Developmental Disabilities Council2600 Martin Way E, Suite FOlympia , WA 98504(360) 586-3566(800) [email protected]://www.ddc.wa.gov

Deaf-BlindWashington State Services for Children with Deaf-Blindness800 Oakesdale Avenue, S.W.Renton , WA 98057-5221(425) 917-7827 (V/TTY)(800) 572-7000 (in WA)[email protected]://www.wsdsonline.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingOffice of Deaf and Hard of HearingDept. of Social & Health ServicesP.O. Box 45301Olympia , WA 98504-5301(360) 902-8000 V/TTY(800) 422-7930 (V/TTY)(360) 902-0855 (Fax)(360) 339-7382 (Videophone)[email protected]://odhh.dshs.wa.gov

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Social and Health ServicesP.O. Box 45310Olympia , WA 98504-5310(360) 725-3413http://www.dshs.wa.gov/ddd

Early InterventionInfant Toddler Early Intervention ProgramDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Social and Health ServicesP.O. Box 45201Olympia , WA 98504-5201(800) 322-2588(360) [email protected]://del.wa.gov/development/esit/Default.aspx

MediationSound Options Group, LLC197 Parfitt Way, S.W., Suite 220P.O. Box 11457Bainbridge Island , WA 98110(206) 842-2298(800) [email protected]://www.soundoptionsgroup.com

Mental HealthMental Health DivisionDepartment of Social and Health ServicesP.O. Box 45320Olympia , WA 98504-5320(360) [email protected]

Preschool, DisabilitiesEarly Childhood ServicesSpecial Education Learning ImprovementOffice of Superintendent of Public InstructionP.O. Box 47200Olympia , WA 98504-7200(360) 725-6075http://www.k12.wa.us

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Washington315 Fifth Avenue South, Suite 850Seattle , WA , 98104(206) 324-1521(206) 957-0728 (TTY)(800) 562-2702 (nationwide)(800) 905-0209 (TTY)[email protected]://www.disabilityrightswa.org

Relay Services (800) 833-6384 (Voice)(800) 833-6388 (TTY); 711 (Voice or TTY)(800) 833-6385 (Telebraille)(877) 833-6341 (Speech-to-Speech)http://www.washingtonrelay.com/

Special EducationSpecial Education OperationsOffice of Superintendent of Public InstructionP.O. Box 47200Olympia , WA 98504-7200(360) [email protected]://www.k12.wa.us/specialed

Special Format LibraryWashington Talking Book and Braille Library2021 9th AvenueSeattle , WA 98121-2783(206) 615-0400(800) 542-0866(206) 615-0418 (TTY)[email protected]://www.wtbbl.org

Special Health Care Needs State Web Site

Children with Special Health Care NeedsCommunity and Family HealthDepartment of HealthP.O. Box 47880Olympia , WA 98504-7880(360) [email protected]

Connect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.access.wa.gov/

Transition ServicesCenter for Change in Transition ServicesCollege of Education, Seattle UniversityP.O. Box 222000Seattle , WA , 98122-4340(206) [email protected]://www.seattleu.edu/ccts

UCEDDCenter on Human Development and DisabilitiesUniversity of WashingtonCenter on Human Development and DisabilityPO Box 357920 Seattle , WA 98195-7920(206) [email protected]://www.depts.washington.edu/chdd

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesCareer and Technical EducationOffice of Superintendent of Public InstructionP.O. Box 47200Olympia , WA 98504-7200(360) [email protected]://www.k12.wa.us/careerteched

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Social and Health ServicesP.O. Box 45340Olympia , WA 98504-5340(360) 725-3610(800) 637-5627 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www1.dshs.wa.gov/dvr




Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder Resources1818 Westlake Avenue NSuite 229Seattle , WA 98109(206) [email protected]://www.addresources.org

AutismAutism Outreach Project1601 R AvenueAnacortes , WA 98221(360) 299-4071(888) [email protected]://www.nwesd.org/autism

AutismAutism Society Washington ChapterPO Box 503Olympia , WA 98507-0503(360) [email protected]://www.autismsocietyofwa.org


Blind/Visual ImpairmentsCommunity Services for the Blind & Partially Sighted9709 Third Avenue N.E., Suite 100Seattle , WA 98115-2027(206) 525-5556http://www.csbps.comwww.sightconnection.com (Adaptive Aids Store)

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Washington3516 S. 47th Street, Suite 100Tacoma , WA 98409

Brain InjuryHead Injury Support GroupSt. Peter Hospital413 Lilly Road N.E.

(253) 238-6085(800) 523-5438 (in WA)[email protected]://www.biawa.org

Olympia , WA , 98506

EpilepsyEpilepsy Foundation Northwest2311 N. 45th Street, #134Seattle , WA 98103(206) [email protected]://www.epilepsynw.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc of Washington State2638 State Avenue N.E.Olympia , WA 98506(360) 357-5596, ext. 104(888) 754-8798 (in WA)[email protected]://www.arcwa.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of Washington16315 NE 87th Street, Suite 11Redmond , WA 98052(425) [email protected]://www.ldawa.org

Speech, Language, and HearingWashington Speech-Language-Hearing Association2150 N. 107th Street, Suite 205Seattle , WA 98133-9009(206) [email protected]://www.wslha.org


(Serving Seattle/Tacoma Area)Parent to Parent Power2212 South 12thTacoma , WA 98405(253) [email protected]://www.p2pp.org/

Community Parent Resource CenterOpen Doors for Multi Cultural Families4327 S. 253rd StreetKent , WA 98032(206) [email protected]://www.multiculturalfamilies.org

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Owen Atkins, Interim Executive DirectorWashington State PTA2003 65th Avenue WestTacoma , WA 98466-6215(253) 565-2153(800) 562-3804 (in WA only)[email protected]://www.wastatepta.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)PAVEWashington State Parent Information and Training Center6316 S. 12th StreetTacoma , WA 98465-1900(253) 565-2266 (V/TTY)(800) 572-7368 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.wapave.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)3 – Organizations for ParentsState: Washington(Serving military families nationwide who have children with special education or health needs) Specialized Training of Military Parents (STOMP)PAVE6316 S. 12th Street, Suite BTacoma , WA 98465(253) 565-2266 (V/TTY)(800) 572-7368 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.stompproject.org

Parent-To-Parent3 – Organizations for ParentsState: WashingtonWashington State P2P ProgramsState Coordinating Office2638 State Avenue N.E.Olympia , WA 98506(425) 641-7504(800) [email protected]://www.arcwa.org


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington, DC 20036

Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V)(713) 520-5136 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

PROVAIL3670 Stoneway NorthSeattle , WA 98103(206) 363-7303(206) 440-2206 (TTY)http://www.provail.org

Easter Seals Washington220 W. Mercer, Suite 120 WestSeattle , WA 98119(206) 281-5700 (V/TTY)(800) 678-5708http://www.wa.easterseals.com

PAVEInfant/Toddler Early Intervention Program6316 S. 12th StreetTacoma , WA 98465(360) 701-7012 (V/TTY)(800) 572-7368(253) 565-2266 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.wapave.org

Summit Assistance Dogs7575 Chestnut LaneAnacortes , WA 98221(360) [email protected]://www.summitdogs.org

VSA arts of Washington305 Harrison Street, Suite 303Seattle , WA 98109(206) [email protected]://www.vsaaw.org

Washington State Fathers NetworkKindering Center16120 N.E. 8th StreetBellevue , WA 98008-3937(425) 747-4004, ext. [email protected]://www.fathersnetwork.org

Families Together213 Smith Gym 213 DPullman , WA 99164(509) 335-2321(866) [email protected]://www.familiestogether.org/

West Virginia

State Agencies


Assistive TechnologyRehab Technology DepartmentDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesP.O. Box 1004Institute , WV 25112(304) 766-4600http://www.wvdrs.org

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsOffice of Special Programs, Extended and Early LearningDepartment of Education1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastBuilding 6, Room 304Charleston , WV 25305-0330(800) 642-8541(304) 558-2696

CHIP Program (health care for low-income uninsured children)WV CHIP(877) 982-2447http://www.wvchip.org

[email protected]://wvde.state.wv.us/ose/

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindWest Virginia Department of EducationState Capitol Complex1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastBuilding 6, Room 304Charleston , WV 25305-0330(800) 642-8541(304) [email protected]@access.k12.wv.us

Developmental DisabilitiesDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesBureau for Behavioral Health and Health FacilitiesDepartment of Health and Human Resources350 Capitol Street, Room 350Charleston , WV 25301-3702(304) 558-0627http://www.wvdhhr.org

Developmental Disabilities CouncilWest Virginia Developmental Disabilities Council110 Stockton StreetCharleston , WV 25312(304) 558-0416(304) 558-2376 (TTY)[email protected]://www.wvddc.org

Early InterventionWest Virginia Birth to ThreeOffice of Maternal, Child and Family HealthBureau of Public Health350 Capitol Street, Room 427 Charleston , WV 25301(800) 642-9704(304) [email protected]://www.wvdhhr.org/birth23

MediationWest Virginia Department of EducationOffice of Assessment and Accountability1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastBuilding 6, Room 304Charleston , WV 25305-0330(304) [email protected]://wvde.state.wv.us/ose/

Mental HealthBureau for Behavioral Health and Health FacilitiesDepartment of Health and Human Resources350 Capitol Street, Room 350Charleston , WV 25301-3702(304) [email protected]://www.wvdhhr.org/bhhf

Mental Health – YouthDivision for Childrens ServicesOffice of Behavioral Health ServicesBureau for Behavioral Health and Health FacilitiesDepartment of Health and Human Resources350 Capitol Street, Room 350Charleston , WV 25301-3702(304) [email protected]://www.wvdhhr.org

Preschool, DisabilitiesOffice of Special Programs, Extended and Early Learning1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastBuilding 6, Room 304Charleston , WV 25305-0330(304) [email protected]://wvde.state.wv.us

Protection & AdvocacyWest Virginia Advocates, Inc.1207 Quarrier St., Litton Bldg. Suite 400Charleston , WV 25301(800) 950-5250 (in WV)(304) 346-0847 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.wvadvocates.org


Special EducationOffice of Special Programs, Extended and Early LearningDepartment of Education1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastBuilding 6, Room 304Charleston , WV 25305-0330(800) 642-8541(304) [email protected]://wvde.state.wv.us/osp/

Special Format LibraryWest Virginia Library CommissionSpecial Libraries-Blind and Physically Handicapped Cultural Center1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastCharleston , WV 25305-0330(800) 642-8674(304) [email protected]://librarycommission.lib.wv.us/

Special Health Care NeedsChildren with Special Health Care NeedsOffice of Maternal Child and Family HealthBureau for Public HealthWest Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources350 Capitol Street, Room 427Charleston , WV 25301-3714(304) 558-5388http://www.wvdhhr.org

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.wv.gov/

Transition ServicesOffice of Special Programs, Extended and Early LearningWest Virginia Department of Education1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastBuilding 6, Room 304Charleston , WV 25305-0330(304) [email protected]://wvde.state.wv.us/osp/

UCEDDCenter for Excellence in DisabilitiesWest Virginia University959 Hartman Run Road, Research Park Morgantown , WV 26505(304) 293-4692(888) 829-9426(800) 518-1448 (TTY)[email protected]://www.cedwvu.org/

Vocational EducationDivision of Technical and Adult Education ServicesWest Virginia Department of Education1900 Kanawha Boulevard EastBuilding 6, Room B-221Charleston , WV 25305-0330(304) [email protected]://wvde.state.wv.us

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Rehabilitation ServicesState Capitol ComplexP.O. Box 50890Charleston , WV 25305-0890(304) [email protected]://www.wvdrs.org





Autism Autism

West Virginia Autism Training CenterMarshall UniversityOne John Marshall DriveHuntington , WV 25755-2430(800) 344-5115 (in WV)(304) 696-2332http://www.marshall.edu/coe/atc

Autism Society of West VirginiaPO Box 7Huntington , WV 25706-0007(304) [email protected]://www.autismwv.blogspot.com


Blind/Visual ImpairmentsAmerican Foundation for the Blind Technology949 Third Avenue, Suite 200Huntington , WV 25701(304) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of West Virginia, Inc.P.O. Box 574Institute , WV 25112(800) 356-6443 (in WV)(304) 766-4892http://www.BIAUSA.org/WVirginia

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of West Virginia908 Highland RoadCharleston , WV 25302(866) 985-3211 (in WV)[email protected]://www.wvlda.org

Mental HealthMental Health Association in the Greater Kanawha Valley, Inc.One United Way SquareCharleston , WV 25301-1098(304) [email protected]://mha-kanawha.org

Mental HealthNAMI WV – National Alliance for Mental Illness in WVP.O. Box 2706Charleston , WV 25330-2706(304) [email protected]://namiwv.org

Mental HealthMountain State Parents-CAN1201 Garfield Street McMechen , WV 26040(800) 244-5385(304) [email protected]://www.mspcan.org

Speech, Language, and HearingWest Virginia Speech-Language-Hearing Association325 Jones AvenueOak Hill , WV 25901(304) [email protected]://www.wvsha.org


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)West Virginia Congress of Parents and TeachersP.O. Box 3557 Parkersburg , WV 26103-3557(304) [email protected]://www.wvpta.net/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)West Virginia Parent Training and Information Project (WVPTI)1701 Hamill AvenueClarksburg , WV 26301(800) 281-1436 (In WV)(304) 624-1436 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.wvpti.org

Parent-Educator Resource CenterWest Virginia Department of EducationOffice of Special Programs, Extended and Early Learning1900 Kanawha Boulevard E, Building 6, Room 304Charleston , WV 25305

Parent-To-ParentWest Virginia Parent-Educator Resource Center (PERC) Project509 W. Martin StreetMartinsburg , WV 25401(304) [email protected]

(800) 642-8541 (in WV)(304) [email protected]://wvde.state.wv.us




West Virginia Health Consumers Association713 Bigley Ave.Charleston , WV 25302(800) 598-8847(304) [email protected]://www.wvmhca.org

Easter Seals West Virginia1305 National RoadWheeling , WV 26003-5780(800) 677-1390(304) 242-1390 (V/TTY)http://www.wv.easterseals.com

SOPHIA’S PLACE50 Fenwick DriveMartinsburg , WV [email protected]

West Virginia Family Support ProgramWest Virginia Department of Health and Human ResourcesBureau of Behavioral Health and Health FacilitiesDivision of Developmental Disabilities350 Capitol Street, Room 350Charleston , WV , 25301-3702(304) [email protected]://www.wvdhhr.org/bhhf/famsup1.asp

Wisconsin

State Agencies

ADA CenterGreat Lakes ADA CenterUniversity of Illinois at ChicagoInstitute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728)1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405Chicago , IL , 60608(312) 413-1407 (V/TTY)(800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.adagreatlakes.org

Assistive TechnologyWistechOffice of Independence and Employment1 W. Wilson, Room 951P.O. Box 7851Madison , WI 53707-7851(608) 266-9091(608) 267-9880 (TTY)[email protected]://dhs.wisconsin.gov/disabilities/wistech/index.htm

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsWisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired1700 W. State StreetJanesville , WI 53546(608) 758-6100(800) 832-9784 (in WI)[email protected]://www.wcbvi.k12.wi.us/

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsOffice for the Blind and Visually Impaired1 W. Wilson Street, Room 451P.O. Box 7851Madison , WI 53707-7851(608) 266-5641(888) [email protected]://www.dhs.wi.gov/blind

Children’s Long Term Support ServicesChildren’s Services SectionDivision of Long Term CareDepartment of Health Services1 W. Wilson Street, Room 418P.O. Box 7851Madison , WI 53707-7851(608) [email protected]://www.cltswisconsin.org

Children’s ServicesDivision of Children and Family ServicesDepartment of Health ServicesP.O. Box 8916Madison , WI 53708-8916(608) [email protected]://dcf.wisconsin.gov/

CHIP (health care for low-income uninsured children)Wisconsin BadgerCareP.O. Box 6678Madison , WI 53716(800) [email protected]://dhs.wisconsin.gov/BadgerCarePlus/

D D CouncilBoard for People with Developmental Disabilities201 W. Washington Avenue, Suite 110Madison , WI 53703(888) 332-1677(608) 266-7826(608) 266-6660 (TTY)[email protected]://www.wi-bpdd.org/

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindOffice for the Deaf and Hard of HearingDepartment of Health Services1 W. Wilson Street, Room 451P.O. Box 7851Madison , WI 53707-7851(608) [email protected]://dhs.wisconsin.gov/sensory/INDEX.HTM

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindWisconsin Educational Services Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (WESPDHH)19601 W. Bluemound Road, #200Brookfield , WI 53045(262) 787-9540 (V/TTY)(888) 656-8556(866) 552-7792 (videophone)[email protected]://www.wesp-dhh.wi.gov

Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-BlindWisconsin Educational Services Program for Deaf and Hard of Hearing (WESPDHH)Wisconsin School for the Deaf309 W. Walworth AvenueDelavan , WI 53115(262) 728-7127 (V/TTY)(877) 973-3323 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.wsd.k12.wi.us

Developmental DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities Services SectionBureau of Long Term SupportDivision of Long Term CareDepartment of Health Services1 W. Wilson Street, Room 418Madison , WI 53707-7851(608) 266-1520http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/aboutdhs/DLTC/

Early InterventionDivision of Long Term CareDepartment of Health ServicesP.O. Box 7851Madison , WI 53707-7851(800) 642-7837(608) [email protected]://dhs.wisconsin.gov/bdds/birthto3/

MediationWisconsin Special Education Mediation SystemBurns Mediation ServicesP.O. Box 107Hartland , WI 53029-0107(888) 298-3857(262) 538-1618 (TTY)[email protected]://www.wsems.us

Mental HealthBureau of Prevention, Treatment and Recovery Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesDepartment of Health ServicesP.O. Box 7851Madison , WI 53707-7851(608) [email protected]://dhs.wisconsin.gov/substabuse/

Mental Health – YouthIntegrated Systems Development SectionDivision of Mental Health and Substance Abuse ServicesDDES/DHFSP.O. Box 7851Madison , WI 53707-7851(608) 266-2861http://www.dhfs.wisconsin.gov

Preschool, DisabilitiesEarly Childhood Special EducationDivision for Learning Support: Equity and AdvocacyP.O. Box 7841Madison , WI 53707-7841(608) 267-9172(800) [email protected]://dpi.wi.gov/dlsea/index.html

Protection & AdvocacyDisability Rights Wisconsin131 W. Wilson St., Suite 700Madison , WI 53703(800) 928-8778(608) 267-0214(888) 758-6049 (TTY)[email protected]://www.disabilityrightswi.org/

Relay Services (800) 947-6644 (V)(800) 947-3529 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(800) 272-1773 (ASCII); (800) 267-8867 (Fast ASCII)(800) 833-7637 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationDivision for Learning Support: Equity and Advocacy125 S. Webster StreetP.O. Box 7841Madison , WI 53707-7841(608) 266-1781(800) 441-4563http://dpi.wi.gov/dlsea/

Special Format LibraryWisconsin Regional Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped813 W. Wells StreetMilwaukee , WI 53233-1436(414) 286-3045(800) 242-8822(414) 286-3548 (TDD)[email protected]://www.dpi.wi.gov/rll/lbphinfo.html

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Special Health Care Needs ProgramBureau of Community Health PromotionDivision of Public Health1 W. Wilson Street, Room 351P.O. Box 2659Madison , WI 53701-2659(608) [email protected]://dhs.wisconsin.gov/health/children/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.wisconsin.gov

Transition ServicesWisconsin Statewide Transition Initiative225 Ostermann DriveTurtle Lake , WI 54889(715) 986-2020, ext. [email protected]://www.wsti.org/

UCEDDWaisman CenterUniversity of Wisconsin – Madison1500 Highland AvenueMadison , WI 53705-2280(608) 263-5776http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/mchlend/

Vocational Education, DisabilitiesCareer and Technical Education TeamDivision for Academic ExcellenceDepartment of Public InstructionP.O. Box 7841Madison , WI 53707-7841(608) 267-9251(800) 441-4563http://www.dpi.wi.gov

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Workforce Development201 East Washington AvenuePO Box 7852Madison , WI , 53707-7852(608) 261-0050(800) 442-3477(888) 877-5939 (TTY)

http://www.dwd.state.wi.us/dvrDisability Specific Organizations




AutismAutism Society of Wisconsin1477 Kenwood DriveMenasha , WI 54952(920) 558-4602(888) 428-8476 (in WI)[email protected]://www.asw4autism.org


Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Wisconsin21100 W. Capitol Drive, Suite 5Pewaukee , WI 53072(262) 790-9660(800) 882-9282 (in WI)[email protected]://www.biaw.org

Cerebral PalsyCerebral Palsy of Mideast Wisconsin36 Broad Street, Suite 120P.O. Box 1241Oshkosh , WI 54903-1241(920) 424-4071(800) 261-1895 (in WI)(920) 424-4076 (TTY)[email protected]://cpmideastwis.com/

Cerebral PalsyUnited Cerebral Palsy of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc.7519 W. Oklahoma AvenueMilwaukee , WI 53219(414) 329-4500(414) 329-4511 (TTY)(888) [email protected]://www.ucpsew.org

Deaf/Hard of HearingCenter for Communication, Hearing & Deafness10243 W. National AvenueWest Allis , WI 53227(414) 604-2200(414) 604-7217 (TTY)[email protected]://www.cchdwi.org

Intellectual & Developmental DisabilitiesThe Arc-Wisconsin Disability Association, Inc.2800 Royal Avenue #209Madison , WI 53713(877) 272-8400(608) [email protected]://www.arc-wisconsin.org

Learning DisabilitiesLearning Disabilities Association of WisconsinP.O. Box 14690Madison , WI 53708-0690(866) [email protected]://www.LDAWisconsin.com

Mental HealthMental Health America of Wisconsin734 N. 4th Street, Suite 200Milwaukee , WI 53203(866) 948-6483(414) [email protected]://www.mhawisconsin.org

Mental HealthNAMI Wisconsin4223 W. Beltline HighwayMadison , WI 53711(800) 236-2988(608) [email protected]://www.namiwisconsin.org

Mental HealthWisconsin Family Ties16 N. Carroll Street, Suite 640Madison , WI 53703(800) 422-7145 (Parents only)(608) [email protected]://www.wifamilyties.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices of WisconsinFamily-toFamily Health Information NetworkP.O. Box 55029Madison , WI 53705(608) [email protected]://www.wfv.org/fv/

Speech, Language, and HearingWisconsin Speech-Language-Pathology and Audiology Professional Association1360 Regent Street #154Madison , WI 53713(800) [email protected]://www.wisha.orgOrganizations for Parents

Community Parent Resource CenterAlianza Latina Aplicando Soluciones1615 S. 22nd St., Ste 109Milwaukee , WI 53204(414) [email protected]://alianzalatinawi.org

Other Parent OrganizationWisconsin Statewide Parent-Educator Initiative (WSPEI)800 Wisconsin Street, Building D-2Suite 420-H, Mailbox 65Eau Claire , WI , 54703(715) 833-0739(877) [email protected]://www.dpi.wi.gov/sped/parent.html

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Wisconsin PTA4797 Hayes Road, Suite 102Madison , WI 53704-3256(608) [email protected]://www.wisconsinpta.org/

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Wisconsin FACETS600 W. Virginia StreetSuite 501Milwaukee , WI 53204(877) 374-0511 (Milwaukee)(877) 374-4677 (Statewide)(414) 374-4645(414) 374-4635 (TTY)[email protected]://www.wifacets.org

Parent-To-ParentMUMS – National Parent to Parent Network150 Custer CourtGreen Bay , WI 54301-1243(877) 336-5333 (Parents only)(920) [email protected]://www.netnet.net/mums/

Parent-To-ParentParent to Parent of Wisconsin1020 Kabel AvenueRhinelander , WI , 54501(888) 266-0028(715) [email protected]://www.p2pwi.org


Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for the StatewideIndependent Living Council (SILC) in your state, contact:Independent Living Research Utilization ProjectThe Institute for Rehabilitation and Research2323 South Sheppard, Suite 1000Houston , TX 77019(713) 520-0232 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.ilru.org

Independent LivingTo find out the contact information for centers forindependent living (CILs) in your state, contact:National Council on Independent Living1710 Rhode Island Avenue, NW, 5th FloorWashington , DC , 20036(877) 525-3400(202) 207-0334 (V)(202) 207-0340 (TTY)[email protected]://www.ncil.org

Easter Seals Wisconsin 101 Nob Hill Road, Suite 301 Madison , WI , 53713(608) 277-8288 (V)(608) 277-8031 (TTY)(800) 422-2324

http://wi.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=WIMA_homepage

Wisconsin First Stepc/o Gundersen Lutheran Medical CenterNCA2-04 Mail Stop1900 South AvenueLaCrosse , WI , 54601(800) [email protected]://www.mch-hotlines.org

VSA arts of Wisconsin, Inc.4785 Hayes Road, Suite 201Madison , WI , 53704(608) 241-2131 (Voice/TTY)[email protected]://www.vsawis.org

Governor’s Committee for People with Disabilities1 W. Wilson Street, Room 437Madison , WI , 53703(608) 261-7816 Voice(608) 267-9880 [email protected]

http://dhs.wisconsin.gov/disabilities/physical/gcpd.htm

Wyoming

State Agencies


Assistive TechnologyWyoming Assistive Technology ResourcesWyoming Institute for DisabilitiesUniversity of Wyoming, Department 42981000 E. University AvenueLaramie , WY 82071(800) 861-4312(307) [email protected]://wind.uwyo.edu

Blind/Visual ImpairmentsServices for the Visually ImpairedHathaway Building, 2nd FloorCheyenne , WY 82002-0050(307) 777-6376(307) [email protected]://www.k12.wy.us/

Career & Technical EducationPeg Brown-Clark, State Director for Special EducationWyoming Department of Education320 W. Main StreetRiverton , WY 82501(307) [email protected]://www.k12.wy.us

CHIP Program Deaf / Hard of Hearing / Deaf-Blind

(health care for low-income uninsured children)Patricia Guzman, Kid Care CHIP Program ManagerWyoming Department of HealthOffice of Healthcare Financing/State Children’s Health Insurance Programs6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 210Cheyenne , WY 82002(888) 996-8786(877) 543-7669 (in WY)[email protected]://health.wyo.gov/chip

Division of Vocational Rehabilitation851 Werner Court, Suite 120 Casper , WY 82601(800) 452-1408(V/TTY)(307) [email protected]://www.wyomingworkforce.org/how/vr_wyrds.aspx

Developmental DisabilitiesClifford E. Mikesell, AdministratorGinny Henderscheid, Executive SecretaryDivision of Developmental DisabilitiesDepartment of Health6101 Yellowstone Road, Room 186ECheyenne , WY 82002(307) 777-7115(307) 777-5578 (TTY)[email protected]://ddd.state.wy.us

Developmental Disabilities CouncilBrenda Oswald, Executive DirectorGovernor’s Planning Council on Developmental Disabilities122 W. 25th StreetHerschler Building, 1st WestCheyenne , WY 82002(307) 777-7230 (TTY)(800) 438-5791 (in WY)[email protected]://ddcouncil.state.wy.us

Early InterventionEarly Intervention and Education ProgramDevelopmental Disabilities DivisionDepartment of Health6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 186ECheyenne , WY 82002(307) 777-6972 (V/TTY)(877) [email protected]://wdh.state.wy.us/ddd/earlychildhood/index.html

MediationSpecial Education UnitWyoming Department of Education320 W. Main Riverton , WY 82501(307) [email protected]://www.k12.wy.us

Mental HealthMary Flanderka, AdministratorMental Health DivisionDepartment of Health6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 220Cheyenne , WY 82002-0480(307) 777-7094http://www.health.wyo.gov/

Preschool, DisabilitiesDevelopmental Disabilities Division, Part BDepartment of Health6101 Yellowstone Road, Suite 186ECheyenne , WY 82002(307) [email protected]://wdh.state.wy.us/ddd/earlychildhood/partbinfo.html

Protection & AdvocacyWyoming P&A System7344 Stockman StreetCheyenne , WY 82009(307) 632-3496(307) 638-7668(800) 624-7648 (in WY)(800) 821-3091 (V/TTY)[email protected]://www.wypanda.com

Relay Services (800)877-9975 (V)(800)877-9965 (TTY); 711 (TTY)(877)787-0503 (Speech to Speech)

Special EducationSpecial Education UnitWyoming Department of Education320 W. Main StreetRiverton , WY 82501(307) [email protected]://www.k12.wy.us/se.asp

Special Format Library (served by Utah)Utah State Library DivisionProgram for the Blind and Disabled250 North 1950 West, Suite ASalt Lake City , UT 84116-7901(800) 662-5540 (in Utah); (800) 453-4293 (all states, except Utah)(801) 715-6789(801) 715-6721 (TTY)[email protected]://blindlibrary.utah.gov

Special Health Care NeedsChildren’s Special Health ProgramWyoming Department of Health6101 N. Yellowstone, Suite 420Cheyenne , WY 82002(800) 438-5795(307) [email protected]://wdh.state.wy.us/csh/

State Web SiteConnect with your state’s official website to find all manner of state agencies and information, including how to contact your governor and/or your representatives in the Senate and House:http://www.wyoming.gov/

Transition ServicesWyoming Department of Education320 W. MainRiverton , WY 82501(307) [email protected]://www.k12.wy.us

UCEDDWyoming Institute for DisabilitiesUniversity of Wyoming, Dept. 42981000 E. University AvenueLaramie , WY 82071(307) 766-2761(307) 766-2720 (TTY)[email protected]://wind.uwyo.edu/

Vocational RehabilitationDivision of Vocational RehabilitationDepartment of Workforce Services122 W. 25th Street1100 Herschler Building, 1 EastCheyenne , WY 82002(307) [email protected]://www.wyomingworkforce.org/Disability Specific Organizations



Attention Deficit DisorderAttention Deficit Disorder AssociationP.O. Box 7557Wilmington , DE 19803-9997(800) 939-1019 (V/Fax)[email protected]://www.add.org

Autism Blind/Visual Impairments

To identify an autism group in your state, contact:Autism Society of America7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300Bethesda , MD 20814(800) 3-AUTISM (800 328-8476)(301) 657-0881http://www.autism-society.org

American Foundation for the Blind11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300 New York , NY 10001(800) 232-5463(212) [email protected]://www.afb.org

Brain InjuryBrain Injury Association of Wyoming111 W. 2nd Street, Suite 106Casper , WY 82601(800) 643-6457(307) [email protected]://www.biausa.org/Wyoming/

EpilepsyWyoming Epilepsy Association119 W. 17th StreetCheyenne , WY 82001(866) 634-5329(307) [email protected]://www.wyomingepilepsy.org/

Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities2 – Disability-Specific OrganizationsState: WyomingThe Arc of Natrona CountyP.O. Box 393 Casper , WY 82602(307) [email protected]

Mental HealthNAMI Wyoming133 W. 6thCasper , WY 82601(888) 882-4968(307) [email protected]; [email protected] http://www.namiwyoming.org

Mental HealthUPLIFT4007 Greenway Street, Suite 201Cheyenne , WY 82001(888) 875-4383(307) [email protected]://www.upliftwy.org

Special Health Care NeedsFamily Voices504 E. Hancock Laramie , WY 82072(800) 681-1423(307) [email protected]://www.Familyvoices.org

Speech, Language, & HearingWyoming Speech-Language-Hearing Association2480 E. Park AvenueLaramie , WY 82070(307) 766-5714(307) [email protected]://www.wsha.info


Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Wyoming PTA3031 E. 12th Street Casper , WY , 82609(307) [email protected]

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)Parent Information Center500 W. Lott St., Ste ABuffalo , WY 82834(800) 660-9742 (in WY)(307) [email protected]://www.wpic.org

Parent-To-ParentParent to ParentParent Information Center220 N Division StPowell , WY 82435(307) [email protected]://www.wpic.org


Independent LivingWyoming Independent Living Rehabilitation, Inc.305 W. 1st StreetCasper , WY 82601(307) [email protected]://www.wilr.org

Independent LivingWyoming Services for Independent Living/WSIL(provides community services for individuals with disabilities, serving Western Wyoming)1156 S. 2nd Street Lander , WY 82520(800) 266-3061(307) 332-4889(307) 332-7582 (TTY)[email protected]

Easter Seals Wyoming991 Joe StreetSheridan , WY 82801(307) [email protected]://esgw-nrm.easterseals.com/

RENEW – Rehabilitation Enterprises of North Eastern Wyoming1969 S. Sheridan AvenueSheridan , WY 82801(307) [email protected]

http://www.renew-wyo.com

VSA arts of Wyoming239 W. First StreetCasper , WY 82601(307) [email protected]://vsawyo.org

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