us The goal is to put as many informed eyes and ears on the street as possible when there is a missing child, a critical missing person, or high priority alert. AT:LAST/The Maryland A.T. Co-op AT:LAST/The Maryland A.T. Co-op conducts an annual bid to vendors and manufacturers on a variety or products to help reduce the high cost of assistive technology (hardware and software including vision-related items). Since 1998 we have saved area schools, facilities, and families almost $2 million. We receive discounts on over 18,500 products. Last year we opened an adjacent Assistive Technology Learning Center to host smaller, more frequent trainings in addition to our larger trainings for which we host nationally renowned speakers and practitioners. We are a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit. Services: Discount buying service Equipment rental to “try before you buy” Assistive Technology Learning Center suite for training Qualified professionals to conduct evaluations: communication, computer access, cognitive support, learning disabilities, Aids for Daily Living (ADL’s) AAC Specialist on staff with no “brand loyalty” and lots of experience in educating and guiding parents and educators CONTACT INFORMATION: AT:LAST, Inc. Susan Garber, Executive Director Laura Neidlinger, Communications Coordinator communications@matcoop.org Diana Jurist, Assistive Technology Specialist (djurist@matcoop.org) Columbia, MD, 410-381-2667, www.matcoop.org Maryland A.T. Cooperative (The Co-op) Discounted Purchasing Service Amanda Cheong, Purchasing Director Tina White, Program Assistant 410-290-1327 purchasing@matcoop.org The Arc of the United States, 1010 Wayne Avenue, Suite 650, Silver Spring, MD 20910, 301-565-3842, 800-433-5255, www.thearc.org The Arc of Montgomery County, 1160 Nebel St., Rockville, MD 20852, 301-984-5777, www.arcmontmd.org Affiliate of the National ARC, provides care facilities for children with & without developmental disabilities. AngelsForeverUp! PO Box 868, Waldorf, MD 20604, angelsforeverup.org, angelsforeverup@aol.com Angels Forever Up! is a non-profit organization whose mission is to raise Down syndrome awareness in Southern Maryland. We are an affiliate of the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) and can be found on their affiliate list at www.ndss.org. Autism Society of America, 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 300, Bethesda, MD 20814, 301- 657-0881; 800-3-AUTISM, www.autism-society.org ASA, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. We do this by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. AutismConnectMD.org, www.autismconnectmd.org The purpose of AutismConnect is to provide stakeholders in the state of Maryland with an online resource that will assist them in locating and securing resources for individuals with Autism. The website focuses specifically on research, educational resources, and advocacy organizations available to families in Maryland. Fast Facts about Autism in Maryland: In 2006, Maryland Public Schools provided services to approximately 5,764 students, ages 3-21, with Autism. Since 1993, the first year that Autism was available as a specific disability category, there were 260 students in Maryland identified as Autistic. At this time, Autism is the most prevalent of the Pervasive Developmental Disorders, affecting an estimated 1 in 150 births, and this number is rising at an alarming rate (Centers for Disease Control, 2007). While the need for early screening identification and services has grown significantly, the need for professional development and training for individuals working with students with Autism has also grown. Administrators, teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, school psychologists, guidance counselors, and higher education personnel need additional and ongoing professional development to assist in developing programs, supports, and services for children with Autism. To address these emerging areas of need, the Maryland State Department of Education is collaborating with local programs and interagency partners in a number of initiatives to increase the information about and support for children with Autism. These programs, partnerships, and initiatives are highlighted on this site. Building Futures, LLC, P.O. Box 2162, Ellicott City, MD 21041, 410-707-6288, info@buildingfutures.biz, Building Futures wants to help parents break the poor parenting chain that has been passed down from generation to generation. Parents have a tendency to be on automatic pilot. They do what their parents did; whatever comes natural to them. Or they hate what their parents did so they do the opposite. Both have a tendency to work poorly. There is a third alternative and that is to be a conscious choice maker. Learn which strategies works best for your family and have the greatest chance of delivering your desired results. Chesapeake-Potomac Spina Bifida Association, P.O. Box 1750, Annapolis, Maryland 21404, 1-888-733-0988, www.chesapeakespinabifida.org The impetus to create the Chesapeake-Potomac Spina Bifida Association came from parents of local chapters and professionals from the regional spina bifida centers concerned about the unmet needs of their children and adults with spina bifida. The organizers met in 1993 and began an effort to create a regional association to provide coordinated medical, educational, vocational and social services to individuals with spina bifida. In 1997, the association became a 501(c) 3 organization serving individuals with spina bifida and their families in Maryland, Virginia and the District of Columbia. Children and Adults with Attention- Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CH.A.D.D), National Office, 8181 Professional Place, Suite 150, Landover, MD 20785, 301-306-7070, Maryland Chapters: www.chadd-mc.org, National: www.chadd.org Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD), is a national non-profit, tax-exempt (Section 501 (c) (3) ) organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with AD/HD. In addition to our informative Web site, CHADD also publishes a variety of printed materials to keep members and professionals current on research advances, medications and treatments affecting individuals with AD/HD. These materials include Attention! magazine, the CHADD Information and Resource Guide to AD/HD, News From CHADD, a free electronically mailed current events newsletter, as well as other publications of specific interest to educators, professionals and parents. Educare, Jacquline Hirsh, Executive Director, 11140 Rockville Pike, #196, Rockville, MD, 20852, 301-588-2130, www.1educare.com Educare is a unique learning and motivational service committed to helping individuals achieve their life goals. Through its workshops and consultation services, Educare has gained a national reputation as a valuable resource for families, schools, and organizations. Since 1984, Educare has facilitated scholastic and organizational improvement. Psychological Services Psychoeducational Evaluations -Specifically for children suspected of having a learning disability and/or having Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. Behavior Management Consultation- For parents and teachers interested in working one-on-one with a behavior specialist to manage specific child behaviors. Parent and Child Interventions- Counseling for families with a focus on teaching parents ways to be more therapeutic with their difficult to manage children. Tutoring Information - Educare provides specialize tutoring services for all ages focused on the following: Reading and Writing- Tutoring for learning disabled individuals of all ages. Pinpointing the Solution- Educational and organizational tutoring for individuals with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Getting Ready- Helping to prepare individuals for college Seminar Information- Educare has the capability to custom design a seminar that is tailored to your needs. Educare provides a broad and evolving array of educational and motivational seminars. Some of these include: Leading the Way: Transforming your visions into realities. Leadership skills for teachers, administrators, and students. Curriculum Cornucopia: An opportunity to dabble and discover. Curriculum development with a hands-on approach for teachers. Mirror, Mirror, On the wall, Are We Standing Tall? Multisensory and experiential learning strategies to cultivate self-esteem and employee satisfaction. When the Going Gets Tough- Teaching exceptional children and adults conflict resolution skills. The M & M Lesson - Countering Racism and valuing cultural diversity in the classroom and community. Calgon Take Me Away- Stress management strategies for teachers and parents. The Spice of Life- Providing parents and teachers with the ingredients for positive interactions with children. How To Increase Compliant Child Behavior- Behavior management for parents and teachers. Easter Seals Child Development Center, National Archives Records Administration (NARA), 8601 Adelphi Rd., College Park, MD 20740, 301-837-3515, gwbr.easterseals.com Easter Seals Child Development Centers provide early education and full-day child care for children with and without disabilities, ages six weeks through five years. Our staff are specially trained to work with children with a wide range of disabilities and developmental delays, helping children of all abilities work toward their developmental goals at a time in their lives when they are most ready to learn. Easter Seals Child Development Centers practice inclusion, placing children with and without disabilities in the same classrooms and activities. These settings enable children with disabilities to learn and grow by imitating the actions of their nondisabled peers. Children without disabilities learn at an early age to understand, respect and accept differences. Epilepsy Foundation Chesapeake Region, 8503 LaSalle Road. Towson, MD 21286-5915, 410-828-7700, 800-492-2523, www.epilepsyfoundation.org The Epilepsy Foundation is a system of community- based, affiliated organizations that work to provide people with epilepsy and their families with access to critical services where they live and work. Governor’s Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (ODHH), 217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1300 Baltimore, MD 21202 www.odhh.md.gov, odhh@gov.state.md.us 410-767-6290 Main / Voice 443-453-5954 Video Phone 410-767-7756 TTY 410-333-1016 Fax ODHH was established in 2001 to provide expertise related to deaf and hard of hearing issues to Maryland citizens and to facilitate their ability of access resources and services. We hope that this website will help us to fulfill our mission by providing access to information and resources related to deaf and hard of hearing individuals in Maryland. ODHH believes that all Maryland citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing should have equal and full access to resources, services, and opportunities for participation in all aspects of community life through the provision of appropriate accommodations. Individual Differences in Learning Association, Inc., Linden-Linthicum United Methodist Church, 12101 Linden Linthicum Lane, Clarksville, MD 21029, www.gifteddifferentlearners.org IDL, Individual Differences in Learning Association Inc., is a parent-led, non-profit organization, promoting awareness, understanding and change in the approach to educating and supporting students. Our purpose is to provide information, training and support for teachers, students, parents and others concerned with the education, health and social and emotional well being of different learners. We support families and educate parents through: *Monthly meetings, second Monday of the month, doors open @ 7 p.m., presentation from 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. * Guest speakers * Gifted/LD/ADHD Online support group * Telephone message line * IDL Website * Book Discussions * Partnerships with related organizations Jewish Social Service Agency, (JSSA), Maryland Offices: 6123 Montrose Rd., Rockville, Maryland 20852, 301-881-3700; 11B Firstfield Rd., Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878, 301-990-6880 Virginia Office: 3018 Javier Rd., Fairfax, Virginia 22031, 703-204-9100, www.jssa.org/services/disabilities.html JSSA's Special Needs and Disabilities programs offer services to children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities, autism, Asperger's Syndrome and other related conditions, as well as those with developmental disabilities, physical impairments and mobility impairments. JSSA also provides services to parents, siblings and other family members of individuals with disabilities. Some services are available for individuals who are deaf and hard of hearing and their families. JSSA offers counseling and therapy, the JVS (Jewish Vocational Services) supported employment program and individual and family support services. The agency also offers many social skill support groups for children and adolescents with ADHA, Asperger Syndrome, PDD, peer relationship difficulties, ect. Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute, Maryland Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, Developmental Disabilities Administration, Montgomery County Regional Center, 1010 Grandin Avenue Rockville, MD 20851, 301-251-2860, www.dhmh.state.md.us Learning Disabilities Association of Montgomery County, Inc., PO Box 623, Rockville MD 20848-0623, www.ldamc.org Our volunteer organization is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all individuals with learning disabilities and their families through awareness, advocacy, education, service and collaborative efforts. MANSEF, 6501 North Charles Street Towson, Maryland 21204, 410-938-4413 We are located on the grounds of the Sheppard Pratt Hospital Campus in the Gibson Building, 410-938-4413, www.mansef.org, email: mansef@aol.com The Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF) is a not-for-profit organization of nonpublic special education facilities approved by the Maryland State Department of Education. These facilities, throughout Maryland, promote quality services for children and youth with disabilities. They serve more than 4,500 students between 3 - 21 years of age. MANSEF unites a diverse community of educators, professionals and parents into an accessible, visible and effective organization that champions the continuum of services for special needs children and adolescents. MANSEF works in partnership with, and reaches out to, private/nonpublic special education facilities, families, parent groups, state and local education and government officials and related service professionals. Maryland PTA, www.mdpta.org PTA is the largest child advocacy organization with over 7 million members in the National PTA and with nearly 220,000 members in the Maryland PTA, whose sole purpose is the education and welfare of all children at home, in our schools and communities nationwide. Mental Health Association of Maryland, The Rotunda, 711 West 40th Street, Suite 460, Baltimore, MD 21211, 410-235-1178, 800-572-MHAM (6426), info@mhamd.org, www.mhamd. org Since 1915, the Mental Health Association of Maryland has been a leader in progressive programs that have led to more humane treatment, increased research and greater public understanding and awareness of the needs of children and adults with mental illness and emotional disorders. MommyDocs local Maryland website. Practical Information for Moms, by Moms (and Doctors), www. mommydocs.com Muscular Dystrophy Association, Maryland/S. Delaware Chapter, 8501 LaSalle Road, Suite 211, Towson, MD 21286-5923, 888-484-7072, email: baltimore@mdausa.org, www.mda.org National Alliance of Mental Illness of Maryland (NAMI), 804 Landmark Drive, #122, Glen Burnie, MD 21061 410-863-0470, helpline 1-800-467-0075, namimd@nami. org NAMI Maryland is a grassroots organization dedicated to education, support and advocacy for persons with mental illnesses, their families and the wider community. Our mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with severe mental illnesses and their families. Pathfinders For Autism, P.O. Box 10501, Baltimore, MD 21285, 866-806-8400, 410-769-9500, www.pathfindersforautism.org “Our mission is to find a path for our children.” In 2000, Pathfinders for Autism was founded by a group of parents of children with autism to support and develop lifespan services, raise funds for autism research, and provide information and resources for families of children with autism. Pathfinders for Autism is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Special Love, Inc. Specialove for children with cancer, www.specialove. org Special Love Headquarters: 117 Youth Development Court Winchester, VA 22602 540-667-3774 or 888-930-2707 fax: 540-667-8144 Maryland Office: 31 Center Drive, Box 2062 Bethesda, MD 20892-2062 888-930-2707 Every kid has the right to be a kid. That's why Special Love gives children and young adults with cancer and their families a chance to enjoy normal childhood activities that healthy kids often take for granted. From week-long camps, like Camp Fantastic and BRASS Camp (for siblings), to weekend retreats for families, teens, and young adults, Special Love's programs represent a community of support that shows kids with cancer and their families that they are not alone. Special Signers 443-722-4479, www.specialsigners.com Lisa Blumenthal, M.Ed, a certified special educator from Gallaudet University and fluent in American Sign Language, spent the last 7 years working in the Deaf community and teaching American Sign Language. Lisa has extensive training and experience educating both children and adults. As a way of opening the doors of communication to a broader population, Lisa has become passionate about the progressive use of sign language for hearing children with vocal language barriers. Lisa’s initial work with these children and their families has shown unequivocal success and potential. Provides private sign language lessons for special needs children with spoken language barriers and their families. Cost: $45/session 12 unit curriculum Classes in Silver Spring, MD The Parent Encouragement Program (PEP), Inc., 10100 Connecticut Ave., Kensington, MD 20895, 301-929-8824, PEPOffice@aol.com, www.PEPparent.org PEP is a non-profit educational organization for parents, teachers and others who want to deal constructively with children and teens. PEP is dedicated to the building and strengthening of healthy, harmonious adult-child relationships in the home or classroom. All PEP services (classes, workshops, talks, library) present a practical, proven approach to childrearing based upon the Adlerian philosophy of mutual respect, shared responsibility, developing competence, and winning cooperation. The Parents' Place of Maryland, 801 Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103, Glen Burnie, MD 21061, 410-768-9100, info@ppmd.org, www.ppmd.org The Parents' Place of Maryland is a non-profit family- centered organization. Our sole purpose is to enhance the lives of persons with disabilities. We are here to serve the parents of children with disabilities throughout Maryland, regardless of the nature of their child's disability or the age of their child. We know that all parents want their children to participate as fully as possible in home, school, and community life. We also serve the greater Internet community by providing these web pages of information helpful for anyone with a child in special education. United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland, 1700 Reisterstown Road, Suite 226, Baltimore, MD 21208-2935, 410- 484-4540, info@ucp-cm.org, www.ucp-cm.org For more information on UCP services offered in your community, please contact your local UCP affiliate. Services may include therapy, assistive technology training, early intervention programs, individual and family support, social and recreation programs, community living, state and local referrals, employment assistance, and advocacy. If there is no UCP affiliate in your area, please contact the UCP National Office at 1-800-872-5827 for resource information. VSA arts of Maryland, MD State Dept of Education, 200 West Baltimore Street, 5th Floor, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, 410-767-0173, www.vsarts.org The mission of VSA arts Maryland is to enrich the lives of persons with disabilities through active involvement in the arts. VSA arts of Maryland operates on the principles that the arts are fundamental to the human experience; the arts provide experiences for children and adults that contribute to their intellectual, social, physical, and aesthetic well- being; and that every individual has the inherent right to realize their creative potential, know the joy of creating and achieve fair and equitable inclusion in the cultural life of their community. Washington Parent Magazine, 4701 Sangamore Rd.. # N270, Bethesda, MD 20816, 301-320-2321, www.washingtonparent.com |
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