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Zionsville Community Schools 2013 Transition Fair Vendors Advocacy Groups/Parent education/information accessABILITY Center for Independent Living: Justin Amber AccessABILITY is a center for Independent Living and a nonprofit organization working with people in their homes and communities to help them achieve a greater level of independence and community access. We also advocate with people w/disabilities to help them to establish and maintain control over their lives. We work w/decision makers on all levels, educating them on what is in the best interest of people w/disabilities. 317-926-1660, [email protected] Answers for Autism: Patty Reed We have several fundraising events though out the year to raise funds to promote the advancement of autism research and provide grants for programs in Indiana that serve individuals on the autism spectrum. And increase public awareness. 403-4308, [email protected] The Arc of Indiana: Willaine St. Pierre Sandy, Jill Ginn The Arc of Indiana was established in 1956 by parents of children with intellectual and other developmental disabilities who joined together to build a better and more accepting world for their children. Today, the work of The Arc continues to: o Empower families with information and resources to assist them in their journey of raising a child with a disability to lead a full and meaningful life. o Empower people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to be self sufficient and independent to the greatest extent possible. o Inspire positive change in public policy and public attitudes. o Reduce the incidence of disabilities. o Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for families and their loved ones. o www.arcind.org, 107 N. Pennsylvania Street, Suite 800, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204, 317-977- 2375 / 800-382-9100, 317-977-2380, [email protected] About Special Kids (ASK): flyers available We are the place for families and professionals in Indiana to go to “ASK” questions about children with special needs and to access information and resources about a variety of topics such as health insurance, special education, community resources and medical homes. ASK is your connection to family support in the state of Indiana! (800) 964-4746, [email protected], Cindy Robinson [[email protected]] Autism Society of Indiana: flyers available (800) 609-8449

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Zionsville Community Schools

2013 Transition Fair Vendors

Advocacy Groups/Parent education/information

accessABILITY Center for Independent Living: Justin Amber

AccessABILITY is a center for Independent Living and a nonprofit organization working with people in

their homes and communities to help them achieve a greater level of independence and community

access. We also advocate with people w/disabilities to help them to establish and maintain control over

their lives. We work w/decision makers on all levels, educating them on what is in the best interest of

people w/disabilities. 317-926-1660, [email protected]

Answers for Autism: Patty Reed

We have several fundraising events though out the year to raise funds to promote the advancement of

autism research and provide grants for programs in Indiana that serve individuals on the autism

spectrum. And increase public awareness. 403-4308, [email protected]

The Arc of Indiana: Willaine St. Pierre Sandy, Jill Ginn

The Arc of Indiana was established in 1956 by parents of children with intellectual and other developmental disabilities who joined together to build a better and more accepting world for their children. Today, the work of The Arc continues to:

o Empower families with information and resources to assist them in their journey of raising a child with a disability to lead a full and meaningful life.

o Empower people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to be self sufficient and independent to the greatest extent possible.

o Inspire positive change in public policy and public attitudes. o Reduce the incidence of disabilities. o Serve as a spokesperson and advocate for families and their loved ones. o www.arcind.org, 107 N. Pennsylvania Street, Suite 800, Indianapolis, Indiana 46204, 317-977-

2375 / 800-382-9100, 317-977-2380, [email protected]

About Special Kids (ASK): flyers available

We are the place for families and professionals in Indiana to go to “ASK” questions about children

with special needs and to access information and resources about a variety of topics such as health

insurance, special education, community resources and medical homes. ASK is your connection to

family support in the state of Indiana! (800) 964-4746, [email protected], Cindy

Robinson [[email protected]]

Autism Society of Indiana: flyers available

(800) 609-8449

Bosma Enterprises: Lisa Pace

Bosma Enterprises is dedicated to empowering people who are blind or visually impaired by creating opportunities that lead to the achievement of each individual’s employment, economic, social, and self-determination goals. 317.704.8196, [email protected]

Brain Balance Achievement Center: Rhonda Zollner

Brain Balance is an individualized and comprehensive approach helping children with

neurobehavioral and learning difficulties surmount their challenges. 317-843-9200,

[email protected]

Buttermilk Mountain: Jodi Maslanka

Buttermilk Mountain teams up with organizations to hold fun events for families with disabilities. [email protected], 317.692.7509

CYACC-The Center for Youths and Adults w/ Conditions of Childhood: Matthew Brown

The CYACC Clinic provides medical consultation and care coordination to youth ages 11-22 with special health care needs, as well as adults with specific needs due to their childhood illnesses or developmental disabilities. Our mission is to steer youth with special health care needs towards a successful transition to adult life. (317) 948-0061, [email protected], [email protected]

Children’s Resource Group: David Parker, Ph.D./ & Dr. Dana Lasek

CRG (Children's Resource Group) is a multidisciplinary practice that addresses the diagnostic,

medical, educational, and therapeutic needs of children, adolescents, adults and their families. Our

team of caring professionals includes clinical and school psychologists, psychiatrists,

transition/educational and technology specialists, an ADD coach, and therapists. We specialize in

assisting individuals with learning disorders, ADHD, mood disorders, and those with autism

spectrum disorders (Asperger's). [email protected], 317) 575-9111, ext. 146,

www.ChildrensResourceGroup.com

Down Syndrome Indiana: Firany Briceno

Down Syndrome Indiana serves individuals with Down syndrome and their families in Central

Indiana and further supports the larger Down syndrome community. Our mission is to serve as a

conduit of information, support and advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome and their

families, which promotes growth and inclusion in the community. We will have books, post cards

etc. with information about Down syndrome and the organization. 317-925-7617,

[email protected]

Family Voices of Indiana: Heather Dane

Family Voices Indiana is a family-led organization that provides information, education, training,

outreach, and peer support to families of children and youth with special health care needs and the

professionals who serve them. 317-944-8982, [email protected]

Governor’s Council for Persons with Disabilities: Jan Bullington

The Indiana Governor's Council is an independent state agency that facilitates change. Our mission is

to promote public policy which leads to the independence, productivity and inclusion of people with

disabilities in all aspects of society. This mission is accomplished through planning, evaluation,

collaboration, education, research and advocacy. http://www.in.gov/gpcpd/

The Hope Source: Center for Dynamic Minds: Lisa Chandler & Julie Gordon

The Hope SourceCenter for Dynamic Minds provides comprehensive treatment and family support

services for children, adolescents and adults with autism. 317-578-0410,

[email protected]; [email protected]

IN*SOURCE: (Indiana Resource Center for Families with Special Needs) Karen Rusk

INSOURCE is a parent organization. We provide support and serve as a resource to parents who

seek assistance navigating the special education process. 317.210.3171, www.insource.org;

[email protected]

Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services (IPAS): Bonnie L. Bomer

Mission Statement: To protect and promote the rights of individuals with disabilities, through

empowerment and advocacy.

IPAS is a federally mandated and legally-based disability rights agency that was created in 1977 to

protect and advocate for the rights of people with disabilities. IPAS is an independent State agency

that ensures enforcement of the constitutional and statutory rights of people with disabilities

throughout the State of Indiana. 317-722-3441, [email protected]

Mark2Ministries: Aaron Scheffler

Mark 2 Ministries exists to encourage and equip the local church to evangelize, disciple, and

integrate people with disabilities into their congregation. (317) 777-8070,

[email protected]

Government Agencies & Employment Services

Children’s Special Healthcare Services: Brenda Cockrell

Indiana Children's Special Health Care Services provides supplemental medical coverage to help

families of children who have serious, chronic medical conditions, age birth to 21 years of age, who

meet the program's financial and medical criteria, pay for treatment related to their child's

condition. 317.234.8212, [email protected]; https://gateway.isdh.in.gov/CSHCS/index.html

Indiana Works-Aspire Employment Services: Jeff Johnson

Aspire, Indiana assists individuals with employment of their choice that meets their goals and

expectations. [email protected], 765-641-8376

IPMG: Laura Vaught

Waiver Presentation at 6:30-7:00

IPMG (Indiana Professional Management Group) is a statewide provider of case management

services for individuals who participate in the Community Integration and Habilitation Waiver

and the Family Supports Waiver. 317-363-6230, [email protected]

Vocational Rehabilitation: Monica Lawrence

Provides services for individuals with disabilities to assist them with preparing for, seeking and

maintaining employment. This is a voluntary program and not an entitlement and all services

offered are free of charge. [email protected], 317-270-1005

Technology, Curriculum, & Community Resources

Close Education, LLC: Laura Close

Close Education is the educational solution you have been looking for. We truly help all learners, pre-K through adult, reach their potential…fast. Our online diagnostic and instructional math and reading programs offer proven, quantifiable results in short timeframes. We teach reading and math by bringing the best instructional technology to each student at his or her particular level. Our products include diagnostic reading assessment and intervention, as well as adaptive, personalized instruction to close math skill gaps. www.closeeducation.com; [email protected] , 877-432-2567

EYE Can See, Inc.: Greg Blackman

EYE Can See, Inc. has been a provider of assistive technologies for visual impairments in Indiana for

the last 15 years. Our mission is to meet the needs of our clients and give them their independence

back. We have a demo center open to the public and we provide on-site demonstrations,

presentations, training, delivery and setup for all of the products we represent along with

Orientation & Mobility training. Demonstrations of assistive technology devices for visual

impairments. www.eyecanseeinc.com, 317-258-6747, [email protected]

Night Owl Support System: Chris Patterson & Aaron Samuel

Night Owl provides Remote Monitoring for people with disabilities. We pair technology and remote

care staff to provide safety and independence for people living in the community. 608-845-5008,

[email protected], [email protected]

PATINS Project: Jeff Bond/ PATINS Project Central Regional Site Coordinator

The PATINS Project provides a state-wide technical assistance network to support local educational

agencies in developing their capacity to provide assistive/accessible technology devices and services

for students with special learning needs. 317-387-4154, www.patinsproject.com,

[email protected]

Toby Churchhill, Ltd.: Craig Burns

Toby Churchill provides keyboard-based augmentative communication devices. As a 40 year old

company, based in the UK with a US office in Denver, CO, the company produces the Lightwriter and

the Lightwriter Swift. The Lightwriter device has evolved into at state of the art keyboard speech

generating device with robust word prediction and the new Lightwriter Swift is a handheld device

with quick access to phrases. The Swift is ideal for quick trips where communication of targeted

subject communication is needed, such as a trip to the grocery, doctor visits and classroom

communication. [email protected], 317-373-9039

Community-Based Extracurricular

Best Buddies: Emily Scharbrough/ Program Manager

Best Buddies is a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships,

integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental

disabilities. 317.436.8440 ext. 42, www.bestbuddiesindiana.org,

[email protected]

Boys and Girls Club: Glen Sanford

The Boys & Girls Club of Zionsville helps area youth develop the skills, fitness, and character they

need to reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens. 317-873-6670,

[email protected]

Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation/Monon Center: Brooke Taflinger, CTRS

The Monon Community Center is part of Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation. Here at the center we

offer a multitude of adaptive recreational programs. We provide programming in the following

areas: sports, fitness, social enrichment, special events, arts and culture, and private therapies such

as aquatics and recreation therapy. Each program is designed to meet the leisure needs and interest

of each participant. We serve all ability levels of all ages. 317-573-5245,

[email protected]; www.carmelclayparks.com

Eagle Recreation and Enrichment: Sue Gregerson

ZCare is programming designed to wrap around your child’s school experience. Programs include

before and after school care, an extension of the kindergarten experience, summer day camp, and a

myriad of exciting opportunities for students of all ages (K-12) through Eagle Recreation and

Enrichment. (317)873-2858, [email protected]

Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding Stables: Kate Murphy

Our Mission is to enrich the lives of individuals in need, through a relationship with horses in a safe and natural setting. Morning Dove Therapeutic Riding offers equine-assisted therapy services to a wide range of participants with physical, mental and/or emotional disabilities. http://morningdovetrc.org/, 733-9393, [email protected]

Special Olympics: Deb Easterday

Special Olympics Indiana provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in more

than 20 Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Boone

County's program participates in almost all of the state sports and competitions with team sports

like basketball and softball to individual endeavors in track and field events and bowling. Outreach is

now including nutrition, fitness, social opportunities and general community awareness.

[email protected], 918-4422

Post-secondary Education & Supports

Ball State University: Larry Markel

Panel Discussion 6:00-7:00 in FC LGI

Ball State University’s Office of Disabled Student Development (DSD) coordinates services and

accommodations for over 600 students with disabilities. While the great majority of students with

disabilities at Ball State are those with non-apparent disabilities such as learning disabilities, Ball

State has a large population of students with physical or sensory disabilities, including over 40

students who are wheelchair users. DSD facilitates such services as: testing accommodations and

classroom adaptations; adaptive technology; note-takers; sign language interpreters, and accessible

housing. [email protected], 1-765-285-5293

CIP-College Internship Program: Tony Wiesman

Panel Discussion 6:00-7:00 in FC LGI

CIP's comprehensive support system provides students on the autism spectrum and with learning

differences with the opportunity to thrive in college, gain critical employment training and

experience and learn to live independently.

CIP's full year postsecondary programs provide individualized social, academic, career, and life skills

instruction to young adults with Asperger's, ADHD, and Learning Differences. Our mission is to

inspire independence and expand the foundation on which adults can build a happy and productive

life.

812.323.0600 ext. 22, [email protected]

Ivy Tech Community College-Office of Disability Services: Summer Black

Panel Discussion 6:00-7:00 in FC LGI

317-921-4799, [email protected]

IUPUI: Mercedes Cannon

Panel Discussion 6:00-7:00 in FC LGI

317-274-3241, [email protected]

J. Everett Light: Jenny Thomas, Special Education Coordinator

The J. Everett Light Career Center provides high school juniors and seniors education and training needed to succeed in a chosen career and to bridge the gap between school and the work force. Our courses give students options that combine the theory of a particular career with hands-on practice. (317) 259-5265 EXT 44029, [email protected]

Manchester College: Bonnie O’Connell, Director of Academic Support/Resources

Panel Discussion 6:00-7:00 in FC LGI

Considering going to college after high school? The Director of Academic Support/Resources for

Students with Disabilities from Manchester College will provide information and answer questions

to assist students and parents as they consider postsecondary options.

[email protected], 260-982-5888

Tangram Life Coaching: Steve O’dore

Tangram Life Coaching provides guidance, consultation, and real action-orientated strategies for

individuals struggling with life challenges. Designed for persons with learning differences, ADD,

ADHD, Dyslexia, Asperger’s, ineffective social skills, career challenges and more. 317-968-9049,

[email protected]

Vincennes University: Susie Laue

Panel Discussion 6:00-7:00 in FC LGI

812-888-4212, [email protected]

Educational Services

Learning RX: Lynne McCauley RN, BS

LearningRX Cognitive Training Center focuses on pinpointing the underlying cause of learning issues

and customizes cognitive training programs for each client so that the brain handles the information

accurately and efficiently. Learning RX serves children & adults with learning, memory, and

attention problems as well as those with dyslexia, autism spectrum disorders, traumatic brain

injuries and dementia. Learning RX is an approved vendor for Voc. Rehab. Services.

[email protected], 317-845-1999

Project SEARCH: Melissa Rhodes & Deb Okotie

Project SEARCH is an internship program for individuals with disabilities that is nationally and

internationally recognized for innovative practices and a unique, employer-driven model. Our

project is based at a health care facility/St. Vincent Carmel Hospital. Project SEARCH is for students

between the ages 18-23 following their high school education. [email protected],

317-850-4071

Financial Planning

The ARC of Indiana Master Trust: Melissa Justice

Regardless of your age, or your child’s age or disability, planning for the future is important. The Arc of Indiana Master Trust is a special needs trust serving Hoosiers of all disabilities since 1988. 317-977-2375, [email protected]

Family Financial Advisors: Tom Faulconer

Offering fee-based financial planning services to those that need it most. Including special needs,

retirement, insurance, and investment advice and wealth management services. Also offering wills

and estate planning through Faulconer Law Office. 317-697-6795, [email protected]

MetLife Center for Special Needs Planning: Mary Alter & Leah Butler

MetLife Center for Special Needs Planning is committed to helping families through the maze of

legal and financial complexities surrounding planning for the future of dependents with special

needs. Through a dedicated network of Special Needs Planners, the Center helps families secure

both lifetime care and quality of life for their dependents with special needs. We can help families

learn how to protect government benefit eligibility for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), create

Special Needs Trusts & understand the importance of a will. [email protected],

[email protected], 317-567-2005, [email protected], (317) 574-2930

National Foundation for Special Needs Integrity: Krista Frost

As a national Pooled Special Needs Trust company, we specialize in the needs of persons with

disabilities who receive means-tested government benefits, such as Medicaid and SSI. NFSNI

provides a safe harbor to protect your settlement or non-litigation proceeds from being counted

against you by these government benefit programs. [email protected], 317-841-8795

Adult Service Providers

Active Day Northwest: Clarissa Beelby

Active Day/Senior Care represents the nation’s largest network of adult day care centers, with more than 75 sites across the country serving more than 3,500 clients per day.

Our centers, which are staffed by attentive and caring professionals, offer health care supervision, engaging activity programs and rehabilitative therapies in a comfortable, homelike environment. Our primary focus is helping our clients achieve a marked improvement in their overall quality of life, well-being and daily functioning while providing respite and peace of mind for their caregivers. www.activeday.com, 317-569-0014, [email protected]

The ACR of Greater Boone County: Marcia Clutter & Pat Sellman

Arc Rehab is the only Boone County based Medicaid Waiver and Vocational Rehabilitation services

provider for adults with disabilities in the Zionsville area. We have been advocating and providing

facility and community based services for adults with disabilities for 41 years. www.arcrehab.org,

[email protected], 317-482-6815

BACA: Sheila Habarad

The Behavior Analysis Center for Autism (BACA) uses the principles and procedures of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to teach language, social, self-help, academic, daily living and life skills to children and young adults with autism and related disorders throughout Indiana. BACA is committed to the continuous education and training of its staff by hosting regular seminars and training sessions from its esteemed clinical team. For more information, visit www.thebaca.com. , 317.769-4335, [email protected]

Bridges of Indiana: Tiffany Smith

Bridges of Indiana provides services for individuals with disabilities as well as the aging population

emphasizing community integration, independence, and individualism. Bridges of Indiana believes

that all people with disabilities have the right to choose where and with whom they live and work.

Bridges of Indiana has a strong commitment to the rights, dignity, and freedom that people with

disabilities share with everyone. Bridges of Indiana is a provider for the State of Indiana Medicaid

Waiver Program. www.bridgesofindiana.com. 812-249-5039, [email protected]

CICOA- Aging & In-Home Solutions: Kate Kunk, RN

CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions empowers older adults, those of any age with a disability and

family caregivers to achieve the greatest possible independence, dignity and quality of life.

This mission is accomplished by implementation of a wide variety of services that include in-home

assistance with activities of dailiy living, case management, transportation, information and referral,

etc. [email protected], (317) 803-6002

Cornerstone Associates: Jenna Metcalfe

Our mission is to provide individual support, exemplary services and advocacy to individuals with

disabilities of all ages in environments with the goal of promoting maximum independence,

inclusion and personal choice. [email protected], (317)299-6088

Developmental Disabilities Systems, Inc./DDSi: Julie Williams

DDSi was founded to serve the unique needs of people who have developmental disabilities to assist

their attainment of life goals in a variety of settings. Services offered include assessment, behavior

development, and training. This support is provided within a team context that stresses

collaboration with family members and with staff of other agencies from which the consumer is

receiving services. (317) 477-8240, [email protected]

Disabilities Service Alternatives/DSA: Heather Godby

A premier organization that provides residential supports and options. [email protected], 765-

649-4247

Easter Seals-adult day services, INDATA: Anne Bohm & Carol Girt

Easter Seals Crossroads has been providing assistive technology solutions in Indiana since 1979. In

2007, Easter Seals Crossroads partnered with the State of Indiana, Bureau of Rehabilitative

Services to establish the Indiana Assistive Technology Act (INDATA) Project. The INDATA Project is

one of 56 similar, federally-funded projects designed to increase access and awareness of assistive

technology. INDATA core services include: Information and referral, funding assistance, public

awareness and education, device demonstration, device loan, reutilized computers, and equipment

reutilization. [email protected]; [email protected], 554-7810

Help at Home: Michael Rudolph

Help at Home is a Home Health Agency that provides care for adults and children with

Developmental Disabilities. We provide the following services; Residential , Community, Respite,

Personal Attendant Care and Caregiver support. These services are intended to support individuals

in acquiring skills and participating in community life according to their own interests and abilities.

(317) 273-8049, [email protected]

Hollis Adams Foundation: Brian Tekulve

Hollis Adams Foundation’s primary goal is to enhance the intellectual and social abilities of adults with developmental disabilities so that they can enjoy life experiences that many of us take for granted. It is important for those who transition out of high school or who may be waiting for the waiver to keep building relationships to maintain the social interaction that is vital to continued development. We provide programs and activities focusing on interaction with peers. (317) 437-6518, [email protected]

Indiana Mentor: Kira Kimmel

Adult and children group homes & supported living services. 208-7721,

[email protected]

LEL Home Services, LLC.: Kim D. Eicher

The mission of LEL is to provide person and family centered support services in a manner that ensures the health, safety, satisfaction and dignity of the individual. LEL Home Services provides home and community support services to people with disabilities throughout the state of Indiana. 317-387-1443/Ext. 229, [email protected]

Meaningful Day Services: Sara Ardoin

MDS is a medicaid waiver provider offering the following services: Behavior Management, Adult

Day Services, Music Therapy and Recreational Therapy. Here at Meaningful Day services we provide

services, instruction, training and support aimed to encourage children and adults to live in the

community as any other citizen. 317.850.6982, http://meaningfuldays.com/

Meridian Health Services: Craig Allen & Leslie Holleman

Meridian Health Services connections Program is designed to improve coping skills and overall well

being of those who have both intellectual and mental challenges.317.803.2270,

[email protected], [email protected]

Noble of Indiana: Tom Cain

Since 1953, Noble of Indiana has created opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to

live meaningful lives. Our services include community job placements, prevocational training, adult

daily living skill instruction, community integration opportunities, behavioral support and

community living and respite services. [email protected], 317-375-4228

Opportunities for Positive Growth/OPG: Gail Kahl

OPG, Inc. is a human service agency committed to providing meaningful and dignified support to

individuals with developmental disabilities. Home and Community based services for people desiring

skill development through music therapy, residential & community habilitation, and/or behavioral

supports. 317-813-1781, [email protected]

Outside the Box: Katy Bird, Andrew Reynolds

Outside the Box offers individually customized therapeutic day services to participants in our program. In our unique setting, participants are peer matched into small groups of no more than 8, with two facilitators. Curriculum topics include (but are not limited to!) social skills, communication skills, daily living skills/self-care, relationship building, sensory/motor development, community living, problem solving, independence, task completion, compliance, safety, volunteerism, job-readiness, and self-advocacy. Individuals participating in the day program at Outside the Box can

expect individualized attention geared toward skill acquisition, development and nurturing based on goals identified in their person centered plans.

Outside the Box also offers employment services and an art program. 317-253-6658,

[email protected], [email protected]

P & P Home Services: Ranaye Miles

Our agency is an approved Medicaid Waiver Provider for in-home and community based services for

CIH, FSW, A & D, and TBI Waivers. Our staff has over 45 years of combined experience in the

services field and strives to meet the unique needs of each person that we serve.

[email protected], 317-591-9234

Pinnacle Behavior Services: Jennifer Thompson

Pinnacle Behavior Services provides behavior management and music therapy across the State of

Indiana to individuals on the Indiana Medicaid Waiver. Pinnacle’s team works with the consumer,

guardian, family, etc…to meet the needs of the individual by providing support in the home, at

school, work and/or in the community. Pinnacle’s behavior consultants provide proactive and

reactive interventions to reduce behaviors in the area of social skills, coping skills, anger

management, self-image and many others. Pinnacle’s music therapists provides therapy to improve

self-image and body awareness, fine and gross motor skills, auditory perception while increasing

communication skills, ability to use energy purposefully, interaction with peers and others,

attending behavior, independence and self-direction. 317.770.5081,

[email protected]

St. Vincent New Hope: Amy Flint

St. Vincent New Hope is a not for profit, faith-based organization, which has provided support

services to individuals with developmental disabilities since 1978. St. Vincent New Hope has

programs for persons with developmental disabilities & traumatic brain injuries. Services offered

include group homes, Medicaid Waiver services, Behavior Management & Consultation, & day

services. (317) 338-4535, [email protected]

Sycamore Services, Inc: Debbie Mitchell

Sycamore Services provides Employment, Day and Community and Residential Services. We serve

the entire Indianapolis area as well as Hendricks and Morgan Counties.

http://www.sycamoreservices.com, [email protected]

Tangram: Steve Clossey

TANGRAM creates innovative options for persons living with disability-from employment to business

ownership to independent living and active social lives with friends and family. We believe that

living with purpose and meaning is fundamental to every to every individual and, when made

possible, essential to enriching lives, business and our entire community. 317-968-9049,

[email protected]

Village of Merici: Mary Pat Torbeck

We invite you to participate in our Merici Book Club for Adults with Developmental Disabilities. The Book Club is available for adults of all reading levels and offers e-text, book on CD and other supports. There is no fee to join the Merici Book Club but bring some money for a beverage and/ or pastry. Come and meet new friends!

The Village of Merici is a 501(c)3 organization. 317-858-8544, [email protected] , [email protected]