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COMPELLED TO CONNECT RESOURCES WITH FAMILIES
520+ LISTED RESOURCES
T H E S P E C I A L N E E D S D I R E C T O R Y
VOLUME 7 2013 EDITION
LOCAL SOLUTIONS AT THE POINT OF DIAGNOSIS
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INDEX
www.ConnectionsKids.com INDEX Connections 2012 1
Connections 2.0.......................................................................2 & 3Our Story is Your Story...................................................................4
Main Content
Educational Resources........................................ 5-12 Winner! Your Kids on Our Cover Contest..................................10
Medical Resources............................................13-31The Beard of Sustainability........................................................32
Nutritional Resources .....................................33-36 Parental & Family Resources............................37-40 Recreational Resources....................................41-44
Therapeutic Resources.....................................45-61
COMPELLED TO CONNECT RESOURCES WITH FAMILIES
520+ LISTED RESOURCES
T H E S P E C I A L N E E D S D I R E C T O R Y
VOLUME 7 2013 EDITION
LOCAL SOLUTIONS AT THE POINT OF DIAGNOSIS
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Medical Resources
Hospitals
Specialists Medical Supplies
Recreational Resources
Art Classes
Cooking Classes
Church Special Needs Programs
Educational Resources
Advocates
Specialized Schools
Tutoring
Nutritional Resources
Health Food Stores
Cookware Organic Co-ops
Therapeutic Resources
Play Therapy
Hyperbaric
Parental/Family Resources
Respite Care
Nanny Placement
Family Counseling
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FIND Quality Resource ProvidersDISCOVER HopeEXPLORE The Possibilities
Connections
Three issues ago we launched the digital issue that is always available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week. If you have yet to use it you can check it out on our website www.ConnectionsKids.com. For us this was a great tool to have and helped us empower Caregivers even when we were out of books.
Today I am happy to announce the latest innovation here at the Connections Project, our cell phone app. For a little over a year we have been working on a new and innovative way to empower Caregivers that is lightning fast, but is also more intelligent about the family we are empowering. For instance today the paper version of Connections The Special Needs Directory helps Caregivers find resources by category and sub-category. This process has worked very well, but we have many limitations that we believe we can overcome by using technology. Let me give you a quick example. While the print version has helped more than 250,000 families find information here in Dallas, it can only go so far. If we run a story about Autism and the therapies that a Caregiver might want to investigate it would be helpful to those families, but at the same time exclude everyone else who does not have that diagno-sis (which is a lot of people). For this reason we have kept all content in Connections to a minimum and articles are inspirational in nature. However as we have built the platform for the cell phone app we realized that very quickly we could know how old your child was, what their diagnosis is, and where you are located. This means that the app can do something the paper version of Connections cant: Empower Caregivers Intelligently. This led us to develop a technology model that we call the personal concierge model or the virtual social worker model. Simply put using this app will be like having a social worker with you 24/7. We will be able to help you explore emerging therapies, find articles specific topics, and of course find local providers who can help your child. The difference is that every resource we will present you with will be specific to the age and diagnosis information that you gave us. This changes the game of empowering Caregivers forever.
Connections 2.0 For five years Connections has been focused on empowering Caregivers with free information fast. We have collected a ton of data from you and that data has driven every change we have made to this directory. This project was built to help Caregivers find information regardless of what diagnosis your child with special needs has. In other words one resource for every diagnosis. This model has worked amazingly well even though the cost of printing and the fact that we run out of Connections at some point each year have been two major challenges.
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Yes this sounds cool, but can a Non-Profit really build and maintain a cell phone app that is this complex and innovative. Simply put no way! That is why we have partnered with a start up Technology Company called Care Starter. Care Starter will be handling the technology side and has the band width to grow and expand their product line while Connections can continue to focus on families who have a child, teen, or adult with special needs.
While Connections and Care Starter make a great team we still need one more team member YOU! We need a strong beta testing audience who know how to shop for resources and are not afraid to give us feedback. I can think of no better user base but you, so I have volunteered Connections to be a part of the beta testing group and now we need you to get involved. Testing a new product is always a bit frustrating, but this process allows you to help us do a better job of empowering many other Caregivers in the future. If you are interested in being a part of the beta test send us an email to [email protected] and join the team. This will put you on the beta test mailing list and the Caregiver survey list. This means that you will be the first to download and use the app. Our beta test target date will be sometime in the first quarter of 2013 so dont wait and sign up today by sending an email to [email protected] with Beta Test in the subject line.
While Connections and Care Starter make a great team we still need one
more team member YOU!
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Our Story is Your Story..
This journey began for our family eight years ago. I can remember the smell of the doctors office, the sounds of a baby screaming in the exam room next to us and the sick feeling in my stomach as the doctor handed us a simple piece of paper that had been hurriedly copied by one of the nurse staff and was off center and blurry, but the word at the top was impossible to mistake as it was the diagnosis that we had feared . . . AUTISM. My eyes filled with tears as the doctor walked toward the door and it clicked shut with an enormous finality. I clutched the paper as if it were my only possession on this planet and began to read the sterile and tormenting prognosis for my little girl. The words stung my soul like poisonous darts bringing despair and waves of emotion that is difficult to put into words. Was this it? Was this piece of paper the best our doctor could do for us? I knew at that moment that at some point in my life time that I would do something to change this outcome. At the point of diagnosis or recognition of a delay, families should be given something tangible, something besides a cheap piece of paper filled with worst case scenarios and grim statistics, something useful, something practical, and maybe a little inspirationalthat something is what you are holding in your hands right nowConnections Issue #7.
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Educational Resources
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Educational Resources
Advocates
Specialized Schools
Tutoring
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One-on-one Brain Trainingoffers clinically-proven solutions for:
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LearningRxs innovative one-on-one brain training system is backed by 30 years of research and clinical trials. Thousands of students have recorded dramatic skill grains and improved performance in earning, reading, and math. By approaching learning problems through improving problems through improving cognitive skills, students achieve far greater results in much less time than is possible through tutoring or academic reading programs. Results are so consistent that we can actually guarantee gains!
4 How do I know it will work?
Brain Training (also known as cognitive skills training) systematically strengthens the brains core mental abilities (i.e processing speed, attention, memory, auditory and visual processing and reasoning). Throughout the custom program a student works closely with his or her own private training specialist. or her own private training specialist. This one-on-one training relationship and skill-speciiic exercises combine to produce big improvements quickly.
3 What exactly is Brain Training?
Tutoring attempts to re-teach material that should have already been learned. It does so without asking, Why didnt the student learn this the iirst time? LearningRx begins with the question, How strong is his or her ability to learn? Testing designed to measure your childs individual learning skills your childs individual learning skills answers that question and guides the cognitive skills training that strengthens essential mental skills. If skill weakness is the root cause of your childs learning struggle, tutoring cannot correct it.
2 How are you different from tutoring?
Unfortunately the answer is, No. Learning, reading, or attention difiiculties rarely go away with time. If you sense that your child is struggling, you must take action. Professional testing and training can identify and quickly overcome the exact underlying cause of a learning struggle.struggle.
1 Are learning struggles a phase my child will outgrow?
LearningRx - Flower Mound2021 Justin Rd., Ste 249Flower Mound, TX 75028(469) 464-5888LearningRx - Frisco3550 Parkwod Blvd., Ste 304Frisco, TX 75034(972) 432-6544LearningRx - Keller423 Keller Pkwy., Ste AKeller, TX 76248(817) 562-5558
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A Christian School for Students with Learning Differences
1501 Avenue H, Plano, TX972-509-7822
www.staplano.orgServing Grades K-10
Individualized InstructionLow Student-Teacher Ratio
Positive, Nurturing EnvironmentMulti-Sensory Approach to Teaching
Social Skills Integrated Into the Curriculum
When fear was edging out hope, St. Timothys wonderful ministry was the answer we needed.
Part-time and full-time enrollment Opportunities to foster independent skills Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and Speech Therapy Flexible thinking skills, Executive Function and Concept Building
Combining ABA & Speech to meet the needs of AuStim !Let uS h eLp your ch i Ld feeL Li ke A Su per-h ero
call us today! 469-892-7500teachmebec.com
Building Confidence & AchievingSuccess
Executive Director: Dr. Regina M. Crone, PhD, BCBA-D
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GLA also provides its students the opportunity to develop: An appreciation for their own uniqueness
Self-confidence and self-worth via successful learning experiences, social skills lessons and positive reinforcement.
Coping skills to assist them in becoming effective students.
A sense of accountability and responsibility for their own academic experience.
GREAT LAKES ACADEMY6000 Custer Road, Building 7, Plano, Texas 75023
972-517-7498 ext. 103 www.greatlakesacademy.com
For children with various Learning Differences, Aspergers Syndrome and or AD/HD, Great Lakes Academy, an accredited, non-profit, K-12 private
school, offers its students a positive school experience.
Utilizing small class sizes, multi-sensory teaching methods and a well trained and caring faulty, Great Lakes Academy is an excellent alternative school choice!
Where Individuality and Differences are Celebrated!
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Your Kid On Our Cover!
Contest Rules: Must submit by June 15th, 2013 Email photos to [email protected] At time of submission submit; Name of child, Age, and diagnosis
Winner gets: To be on the Cover of Connections Professional Photo Shoot Free Photo Package a $300 Value
Catherine Age 5Diagnosis: Down Syndrome
Connections would like to congratulate our third winner of Your Kid On Our Cover Contest. We would like to thank the many of you who submitted your super cute kids for this contest. Dont Forget to enter today!
Enter Now to be Our Next Winner:
Congratulations to Our Winner!
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www.featnt.org Call. (817) 919-2228
Families for Effective Autism Treatment North Texas (FEAT-NT) is a non-profit organization of parents and concerned professionals dedicated to providing Education, Advocacy, and Support for children with autism and their families. FEAT-NT provides: Parent MentoringSupport Group MeetingsOngoing Educational Workshops Free Lending Library with Over 400 Autism Materials Family Fun Days
Aspire provides behavioral intervention and speech services within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex to adolescents
and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other disabilities from 10 years old through adult.*
*Those individuals younger than 10 years old are serviced through Teach Me Therapy Center.
Executive Director: Dr. Regina M. Crone, PhD, BCBA-D Counselor: Kimberlee Flatt, M.A., LCPI-Intern, BCBA
3630 N Josey Ln Ste. 100 Carrollton, TX 75007 Aspire4me.com | 469-892-7500
AspireSeek
Achieve
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Specialists
Medical Supplies
Medical Resources
Hospitals
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Autism
Does Your Child Have Autistic Tendencies?
aCover their ears to the sounds of a vacuum, hair dryer or garage door opener?aHave trouble with verbal communication and language?aSpace out and often appear to be somewhere else?aCompulsively repeat words or phrases?aLine up toys instead of playing with them?aLike To Spin?aFlap Their Hands Like a Bird?aWalk On Their Toes?
Celebrating
25YRS
Disclaimer: Information included here is based upon Dr. Kotsanis personal clinical experience treating patients for over 27 years, as well as review of published scientific literature and medical studies. Dr. Kotsanis integrates both mainstream and complementary medicine. This practice, known as integrative medicine embraces principles and treatment methods which may or may not be accepted or embraced by conventional medicine providers, individual physicians or other health care institutions.
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Charles Shidlofsky, O.D., FCOVD Naomi Aguilera, O.D. 5934 W. Parker Rd., Suite #500Plano, TX 75093972-312-0177 www.neurodevvision.com
O ur Goal is to take your vision beyond 20/20 by evaluating how you process information. This evaluation includes looking at vision perception skills as well as how your vision integrates with your other senses. We utilize the latest, most state-of-the art equipment.
Vision Therapy for All Ages Treatment for Learning-Related Vision Problems oftentimes seen in children with: ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Reading and Tracking Problems, etc. Visual Rehabilitation for Special Populations such as: Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental Delays, Traumatic Brain Injury, Stroke, Whiplash, Cerebral Palsy, MS etc. Treatment for Stress-related Visual Problems including: Blurred Vision, Visual Stress from Reading and Computers, Eye Strain Headaches, and/or Vision-induced Motion Sickness. Nutritional support for vision problems Routine eye examinations available for the whole family
Neurodevelopmental Sensory Enhancement Center
Shield HealthCares PEDIATRIC PROGRAM
Incontinence Enteral Nutrition
Ostomy Urological
Wound Count on Shield HealthCare for reliable delivery and
friendly service for your childs home medical supplieswww.shieldhealthcare.com
Wide array of disposable diapers, pull ups, underpads and liners
Ambulatory feeding pumps with carrying backpack
Product specialists to assist in wound care selection
Parents/caregivers receive monthly reorder reminders
Direct billing Medicaid, Cook Childrens Health Plan, Community Health Choice Texas, First Care, Molina and many more!
Medical Supplies for Care at Home Since 1957
Dallas Phone 800.407.8982 Fort Worth Phone 800.407.8982
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In Home H-BOT is dedicated to providing quality mild hyperbaric treatment in your home.
Fact: With a portable hyperbaric chamber in your home your child will get double or triple the number of treatments you might be able to schedule at your doctors office.
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CONNECTIONS
PROJECTHONOREDWITH NATIONAL
AWARDFROM EP MAGAZINE!
Connections Kids executive director received Exceptional Parent magazines 2009 EP Maxwell J. Schleifer Distinguished Service Award. The award is given to organizations working on behalf of those with
disabilities, that are involved in scientific research leading to early detection and appropriate intervention therapies, and that demonstrate
leadership in expanding the awareness that people with disabilities can be productive citizens in our society.
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www.angelsofcare.com
Angels of careSpecial Care for your Special Child.
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OUR KNOWLEDGEABLE STAFF INCLUDES
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Our free service transfers all of your prescriptions from your current pharmacy to our local pharmacy. We order your medications 23 days after your last fill and deliver the medication to your doorstep. Angels of Care works as a team with you and your family to keep all your medications current and at hand.
Medication Delivery keeps track of all your routine medications and delivers or mails them right to your door at no cost to you.
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For more information call 1.800.4BAYLOR or visit us online at BaylorHealth.com/OCH.
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Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care Systems subsidiary, community or affiliated medical centers and are neither employees nor agents of those medical centers, Our Childrens House at Baylor or Baylor Health Care System. 2011 Baylor Health Care System OCH CK CE7.11
REAL PATIENTS. REAL STORIES.Personalized pediatric therapy as unique as your child.A stroke left Ella unable to eat solid foods, use her right arm and sit up. Now with the help of Our Childrens House at Baylor, she is eating, taking steps and doing sit ups. Whether your child has a mild delay or serious ongoing therapy needs resulting from injury, illness, or developmental delay, our pediatric specialists have the expertise you need. Thousands have trusted their children to our care. You can too.
Inpatient Pediatric Hospital Physical Therapy Speech-language Therapy Occupational Therapy Specialty services* include Feeding Clinic, Orthotics
Clinic, NICU Follow up Clinic, Sleep Lab, Sensory Integration Therapy, Developmental Evaluations, Swallow Studies (not all services are available at each location)
Bringing Care to Life! Experienced pediatric and neonatal nursing care.Providing the kind of care we would want for our own families
Medicaid Comprehensive Care Program (CCP) Medically Dependent Childrens Program (MDCP)
Major Private Insurance Plans. Our Staff is Licensed, Insured and Pre-Screened
Vivicare Health Partners 255 N. Center St. #102
Arlington TX 76011(817) 265-0900
24/7 CareSe Habla EspanolPersonal ConsultationServing DFW Metro Area
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FIND Quality Resource ProvidersDISCOVER HopeEXPLORE The Possibilities
Connections
Help Us Make History!If you have a smart phone we need your help to Beta test our new app! Coming Soon 2013!
Send us an email to [email protected] with beta test in the subject line
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Pediatric Home Healthcare, LLC will provide high quality, compassionate, skilled care to your medically fragile child. Our family will care for your family as we care for our own.
Contact: 972.630.4810
Specializing in Pediatric Private Duty Nursing!
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Joshuas Respiratory Care, Inc.
Caring to Give the Best!
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Adonai Pediatrics is designed to benefit the entire family by offering specialized services to children less than 21 years of age. Adonai Pediatrics programs are specifically developed to meet the needs of your acute or chronically ill child by providing skilled compassionate healthcare professionals.
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Home visits available | Se habla espaol
CPO Care KidsPediatric Division of O & P Services Inc
Custom Prosthetics and OrthoticsProviding professional, caring services by licensed professionals to each and every patient in need
of Prosthetic or Orthotic devices
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phone: 214-623-5900fax: 214-623-5901
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AllergiesAutism
Seizures
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LearningADD/ADHD
Digestive and Behavior Problems
Celebrating
25YRS
Disclaimer: Information included here is based upon Dr. Kotsanis personal clinical experience treating patients for over 27 years, as well as review of published scientific literature and medical studies. Dr. Kotsanis integrates both mainstream and complementary medicine. This practice, known as integrative medicine embraces principles and treatment methods which may or may not be accepted or embraced by conventional medicine providers, individual physicians or other health care institutions.
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Pediatric Therapy and Nursing
Pediatric Therapy ServicesPhysical, occupational and speech therapy services are dedicated to improving the function of children aged birth to 21 years, with medical diagnoses and/or developmental delays.
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Pediatric Home Care Servicesn Experienced pediatric nursing staff helps keep chronically ill children out of the hospital by providing quality skilled care at homen Provides access to a nurse 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Private Duty Skilled Nursing offeredn Accept Medicaid, CCP, MD CP, CSHCN, SCHIP/Foster Care Program, Major Insurances and Private Pay
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It is hard to believe that Connections has been empowering caregivers here in Dallas for five years, but as I am writing this article we are less than three months from that mark. This project has overcome every obstacle that has been thrown at it and in spite of being underfunded and understaffed our model of free information for Caregivers has prevailed. I would like to thank all of our 180 partners for their steadfast support of this project as it has grown and matured. To put it simply we could not provide this amazing resource that you are holding without our partners who willingly support free information and have embraced compassion toward the families they so willingly serve. Just before printing this issue our project here in Dallas hit sustainability, which means that we are officially floating financially leaning only on our partners support and leadership. I have said for many years that this book is only the first step towards a much better world for kids, teens, and adults with special needs. Now that we are floating in Dallas, we begining the process of expanding the Connec-tions Project across the United States of America. For this reason we will be raising donation capital to bring free information to the rest of the country and to innovate on the behalf of Caregivers while organizing the Special Care Industry at the same time. I am more excited than ever at what we can accomplish as this project expands. So what is to come? Wellif you want a peak at the innovation I was talking about you will want to find the article about our new cell phone app that will be beta testing here in Dallas on page 2 & 3. The future is bright and it will take all of us working together to keep it that way.
Lamarque PolvadoCaregiver / Executive Director Connections Project
The Beard of Sustainability!
Six months ago I told our parnters in Dallas that I was not going to shave until our project here was financially sustainable! This crazy beard became know as the beard of sustainability...
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Count on our Support and Training
Contact us today! 1-800-368-2065
www.Star-Medical.net
Admitting Our Patients:1. Call 800-368-2065 to speak
with our intake staff2. Fax requested documents
3. We do the rest!
Call us for personal service or order online
Dallas:4386 Sunbelt Dr.
Addison, Tx 75001972-380-2065
Fort Worth:421 W. Magnolia Ave, Ft. Worth, TX 76104
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Established in 1995. Star Medical Specialties has grown by focusing exclusively on specialized nutritional products and equipment. We provide a wide variety of hard to find pediatric and adult formulas for tube feeding and oral consumption,
modular components for increasing calorie, and protein content. Therapeutic nutrition to aid with wound healing and thickeners with honey or nectar consistency are also available. We stock
over 150 formulas!
Pediatric Formula Adult Nutrition Metabolics Enteral Feeding Supplies
Our Formula Vendors:Abbott, Nestle, Nutricia North America, Perrigo, Mead Johnson, Llorens Pharmaceuticals, Natures One, Applied Nutrition
Enteral Pumps:Kangaroo, Zevex
Feeding Buttons & Supplies:Ballard, Mic-key, Bard, Viasys Corpak, AMT, Kendall
We Accept: Medicaid, Medicare, WIC, private insurance and private pay
Rely on our Products
Our Patients Are Our Stars
Trained staff will deliver the equipment, and related supplies directly to the patient.
We provide bilingual training for our patients and caregivers.
Pick Up at Two Convenient DFW Locations
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Contact us today! 1-800-368-2065
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Admitting Our Patients:1. Call 800-368-2065 to speak
with our intake staff2. Fax requested documents
3. We do the rest!
Call us for personal service or order online
Dallas:4386 Sunbelt Dr.
Addison, Tx 75001972-380-2065
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Highly trained experts, called Foodies, don green-striped aprons and assist customers with solutions on topics such
as key recipe ingredients or children with special diet needs. Foodies are trained to know every product in the store and
to be on hand just to help.
214-234-7000Dallas
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Disclaimer: Information included here is based upon Dr. Kotsanis personal clinical experience treating patients for over 27 years, as well as review of published scientific literature and medical studies. Dr. Kotsanis integrates both mainstream and complementary medicine. This practice, known as integrative medicine embraces principles and treatment methods which may or may not be accepted or embraced by conventional medicine providers, individual physicians or other health care institutions.
Where having the RIGHT Insurance is No ACCIDENT!
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Nick Carroccio Special Care Planner
10000 North Central Expy Suite 1200 Dallas, TX 75231 P: (972) 348-6368 [email protected] nexusadvisorsllc.com
In all of your life have you ever
been sorry you did the right thing?
Dont put off creating a life care plan any longer. Take the time now and give yourself the comfort of being prepared for the financial future of yourself and your loved ones.
Insurance products are issued by MassMutual, Springfield, MA 01111, and its subsidiaries, C.M. Life Insurance Co. and MML Bay State Life Insurance Co., Enfield, CT 06082. CRN201209-137719
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Sure there are lots other processing companies....
Let us process for you and we will give 50% of our profits to the Connections Project! Call us today: 817-975-4111
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Melissa Cox CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
12720 Hillcrest Rd Ste 900 Dallas, TX 75230Phone: 972-233-1120 Email: [email protected]
Fetterman InvestmentsA wholly owned subsidiary of ISC Group, Inc.
Fetterman Investments Inc, is affiliated with & Securities offered thru Institutional Securities Corporation
Member FINRA SIPC
Melissa Cox is a Registered Representative of ISC
Financial Planning for Special Futures
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Become an area distributor of Connections in your area
Help us recruit your favorite resource through personal referral
Share your stories of success and challenges in your journey
Volunteer to work the Connections Booth at events in your city
Become our friend on Facebook and tell us what you think
Follow us on Twitter @ConnectionsKids
If you are not sure where to start you can f lip to the directory portion of Connections and call all of the non-highlighted listings and ask them if they would like to become a resource partner with Connections today!
2013 Volunteer Positions:Experianced Grant WriterDirector of DevelopmentPartner Recruitment V1
DFW PR Coordinator
If you are interested in making history with us please send your resume to [email protected] and the position
title in the subject line.
Project Update
Connections Needs You!
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Recreational Resources
Art Classes
Cooking Classes
Support Groups
C O M P E L L E D T O C O N N E C T R E S O U R C E S W I T H F A M I L I E S
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Because every child deserves the chance to play.
The Miracle League of Frisco is a sports league for special-needs children, ages 5-18, from throughout North Texas. We offer baseball, soccer, bowling
and other opportunities to children with all levels of disabilities.
Visit our website at www.FriscoMiracleLeague.org or call 214-296-2017/toll-free 877-683-6085
Nobodys good in everything. Advantages and disadvantages come in many forms. The difference between those who fail and those who succeed is largely perseverance. Never quit.
Charles Schwab
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A Parent-Child Learning Experience
13617 Neutron Road Farmers Branch, Tx 75244 Ph: 972-239-8100 Fax: 972-239-8102www.itsasensoryworld.com
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Help Us Make History!If you have a smart phone we need your help to Beta test our new app! Coming Soon 2013!
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Love Field Airport - Jet Aviation8008 Cedar Springs Rd.,LB24 Dallas, TX 75235 Main: 214-351-3353
Toll Free: 1-877-FLY-KIDS Fax: 214-351-6002
www.challengeair.com
Challenge Air for Kids and Friends,
a not-for-profit organization, offers motivational,
inspirational and life-changing experiences to physically
challenged children and youth through aviation.
The human spirit prevails over any physical or
mental obstacle.After a day with
Challenge Air, no height seems unreachableall it takes is desireand truly, the sky is
the limit!- Rick Amber
Rick Amber
June 17, 1944 - May 3, 1997
Rick Amber
June 17, 1944 - May 3, 1997
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Insurance & Medicaid accepted
CONTACT US TODAYto find out how we can help you!T 972-584-0284 E [email protected] NEW PATIENT INTAKECALL 972-584-0284
ALWAYS SEEKING GREAT THERAPISTS
www.DynamicTherapy.net
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817-405-0292 877-606-7601 w w w . k o t s a n i s i n s t i t u t e . c o m
Auditory Integration Training
AutismSeizures
Speech Delay
LearningADD/ADHD
Digestive and Behavior Problems
Disclaimer: Information included here is based upon Dr. Kotsanis personal clinical experience treating patients for over 27 years, as well as review of published scientific literature and medical studies. Dr. Kotsanis integrates both mainstream and complementary medicine. This practice, known as integrative medicine embraces principles and treatment methods which may or may not be accepted or embraced by conventional medicine providers, individual physicians or other health care institutions.
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Specialized Services
New Look, More Great Services!
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Were proud to be celebrating our 13th year in North Texas, providing proven, evidence
based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapy. We now serve Children, Adolecents and Adults.BI has centers throughout the Metroplex, trained experts serving clients in the community, helping
schools and providers, serving our clients! Were everywhere you want us to be!
(469)-374-0700 or 855. StartABA (855.782.7822)
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For more information call 1.800.4BAYLOR or visit us online at BaylorHealth.com/OCH.
ALLEN DALLAS FRISCO GRAPEVINE LAS COLINAS PLANO ROCKWALL WAXAHACHIE
Physicians are members of the medical staff at one of Baylor Health Care Systems subsidiary, community or affiliated medical centers and are neither employees nor agents of those medical centers, Our Childrens House at Baylor or Baylor Health Care System. 2011 Baylor Health Care System OCH CK CE7.11
REAL PATIENTS. REAL STORIES.Personalized pediatric therapy as unique as your child.A stroke left Ella unable to eat solid foods, use her right arm and sit up. Now with the help of Our Childrens House at Baylor, she is eating, taking steps and doing sit ups. Whether your child has a mild delay or serious ongoing therapy needs resulting from injury, illness, or developmental delay, our pediatric specialists have the expertise you need. Thousands have trusted their children to our care. You can too.
Inpatient Pediatric Hospital Physical Therapy Speech-language Therapy Occupational Therapy Specialty services* include Feeding Clinic, Orthotics
Clinic, NICU Follow up Clinic, Sleep Lab, Sensory Integration Therapy, Developmental Evaluations, Swallow Studies (not all services are available at each location)
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Creating opportunities that advance the independence of individuals with disabilities and other special needs.
Offering hope and help to children with autism and their families throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area
Hope Help Answers
888-617-7171 www.ntx.easterseals.com [email protected]
Our Special Mission:
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Our two programs specialize in assisting families
with meeting the needs of their children with
developmental challenges.
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)Services for children under 3
Provided at home, preschool, or day careIs your child:
Unable to roll, crawl or sit up? Not walking? Difficulttofeed?Excessivelyfussy? Not looking at parent when spoken to? Not using words?
320 Custer RoadRichardson, TX 75080
Phone: (972)-490-9055Fax:(972)-490-9058
The Warren Center
www.thewarrencenter.org
Family Outreach and Support
Point of access for regional resources Listeningeartohelpfilterinformation Child care available for workshops
Parent Support Groups Training workshops for Parents
and Professionals
Services for families with children of all ages:
Every child deserves wingsEvery parent needs support
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Connections
Help Us Make History!If you have a smart phone we need your help to Beta test our new app! Coming Soon 2013!
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Behavior Analysis In-home/In-center therapy One-on-One therapy Insurance filing Parent Workshops/TrainingExecutive Director: Dr. Regina M. Crone, PhD, BCBA-D
Combining ABA & Speech to meet the needs of AuStim !Let uS h eLp your ch i Ld feeL Li ke A Su per-h ero
call us today! 469-892-7500teachmebec.com
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Insurance & Medicaid accepted
CONTACT US TODAYto find out how we can help you!T 972-584-0284 E [email protected] NEW PATIENT INTAKECALL 972-584-0284
ALWAYS SEEKING GREAT THERAPISTS
www.DynamicTherapy.net
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We treat children for...Feeding and Swallowing Disorders
(including the need for Vital Stim Therapy)
Cerebral Palsy Neurological Disorders Down Syndrome
Developmental Delay Sensory Processing Disorders and many others
A comprehensive hearing screening is administered to all
children admitted for speech therapy services.
To obtain physical, occupational or speech therapy services for your child,
call THERAPY 2000: 877-688-2520 www.t2000.com
THERAPY2000
We improve lives.
THERAPY 2000: The Texas leader in home-based therapy for children.
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Diagnostic & Developmental Solutions For Your Child
. . . Providing Clarity817-442-0222
2425 E. Southlake Blvd. Southlake, TX 76092
www.PediaPlex.net
Speech Therapy Feeding Therapy OccupaTiOnal Therapy MenTal healTh cOunSeling educaTiOnal aSSeSSMenTS auTiSM evaluaTiOn and diagnOSiS adhd TeSTingConveniently located in one location, PediaPlex provides all-inclusive assessment, diagnosis and therapeutic services for children and adolescents. Therapists collaborate with families to provide coordinated treatment plans for their clients. Parents experience the peace of mind that comes with knowing all disciplines are working together on an individualized treatment plan for their child.
New DFW Resource
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List of Services Initial Treatment Consultation
One-on-One Behavioral Therapy
Transitional Therapy
Parent Training
Family Support Groups
In-School Observation
On-Site Speech & Language
Occupational Therapy
hopecenter4autism.org (817) 560-1139
Believing things can changewe believe!
Specialized programs for children with intellectual or developmental disabilities:
Behavioral Treatment Services
Early Childhood Intervention
Fostering
Home & Community-Based Services
On-site Pharmacy
Various Therapies
Applied Behavior Analysis
Occupational
Physical Play & Relationship Development
Speech/Language
Serving as the front door for eligibility screenings
for state funded services.
Metrocare ServicesMetrocare is the Local Authority for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities for children in Dallas County.
Eligibility & Determination: 214-948-9950 (M-F, 8-5)
Metrocare is a 501.c.3 nonprofit organization www.metrocareservices.org
Formerly known as Dallas County Mental Health Mental Retardation (MHMR Center)
Main Line: 214-743-1200Toll Free: 1-877-283-2121
www.metrocareservices.org
Giggles TherapyAutism Treatment &Preschool Program
PROGRAMS OFFERED DAY PROGRAM SOCIAL SKILLS TRAINING KINDERGARTEN READINESS ONE ON ONE ABA THERAPY
GIGGLES-THERAPY.COM | 817-731-2293
BRINGING LAUGHTER TO THE HEARTSOF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
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Feeling the sting of behavioral issues?
behaviorexchange.com | 972.312.8733
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Happy sad scared inquisitive puzzled disgusted bored excited
See how therapy can help your child.
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a scientific approach in which interventions based on learning and motivation are used to significantly improve behaviors in children.
Since 2004, The Behavior Exchange has used ABA techniques to help children in the areas of compliance, instruction following, reading, language, sibling relationships, age-appropriate-play, motor, social and self-help skills.
ABA, a honey of an idea.
We offer: Initial Consultation
Assessments
Individualized Programs
One-on-One Sessions
The Behavior Exchange Early-
Start Program (B.E.E.S.)
Social Skills Groups
Precision Teaching
Parent Training
School Consultations and
Staff Training
972.312.8733 [email protected] www.behaviorexchange.com
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Julie Ray, PhD, CCC-SLPSpeech, Language, and Learning for Life, PC
TheSpeechLife.com972.951.7909
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Deaf EducationApraxia of Speech
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For learners whostruggle to move beyond
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SVOPOWERspeech
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Experienced OT, PT, & STs who have a passion for children with special needs.
Providing Speech, Occupaona and Physica TherapyAges 0-21 | Bilingual Therapists Available | Medicaid Accepted
Office: 214-295-5374 | Fax: 214-245-5217 | www.sagecaretherapy.com | Se haba espao
Come see how can improve yourquaity of ife!
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Speech
call us today! 469-892-7500teachmebec.com
Clinical Director: Christina Martin M.S, CCC-SLP, BCBAExecutive Director: Dr. Regina M. Crone, PhD, BCBA-D
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Music Therapy Can Make a Difference!Autism, ADD/ADHD, Learning Disabilities, Developmental Delays
Adaptive Music Lessons, Rehabilitation, Sensory Integration Group Music Programs and More
Phone: 214-227-1006 Web: www.southwesternmusictherapy.com
Sensory IntegrationHandwriting
Occupational TherapySpeech TherapyPhysical Therapy
KidzTherapyZone.com | 214-509-6961 | Serving North Texas
Most Insurances & Medicaid Accepted
Specializing in Speech, Occupational
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Home | Daycare | School
Now ServingHood, Johnson, Tarrant, Parker,
Palo Pinto, & Wise Counties
GreenAppleTherapy.com | 817-550-5058
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Specializing in Autism, Behavior, and Speech Therapy
PineCone Therapies, LLC is an ABA and speech therapy company devoted to helping children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
and other disabilities. We also offer individual and group social skills training in the clinic and in the community.
Call Us Today: 817-865-1161
2050 Greenwood Suite 100 Southlake, Tx 76092
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Behavior FrontiersInnovative Training and Treatment for Autism Spectrum Disorders
C A L L U S T O F I N D O U T H O W W E C A N H E L P Y O U A N D Y O U R C H I L D S U C C E E D !
WWW.BEHAVIORFRONTIERS.COM972-587-2300 | 12200 FORD ROAD, SUITE 189 | DALLAS, TX 75234
Autism now affects 1 in 88 children.
There is effective treatment.
Behavior Frontiers offers solutions to help children with autism and other special needs reach their potential using our state-of-the-art applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment programs. We create behavior intervention treatment plans that are individualized to your childs specific needs. Our accurate use of scientifically proven ABA methods from our highly-trained clinical team enables us to make a positive difference in the lives of children with autism and other special needs.
Now Serving the Dallas/Fort Worth Area
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a brighter future through research-proven care
nowacceptingclients
full-time, individualized intervention servicesapplied behavior analysis speech & language therapy
diagnostic evaluations
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940-369-5373 www.autism.unt.edu490 S. I-35E Denton, TX
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ACES (Autism Consulting and Educational Services) P.O. Box 720054, Dallas Tx 75372, www.aces4you.com, [email protected]
Consulting, assessments, parent and staff training, and program development for young children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other.
All About Achievement Consulting 110 W. Sandy Lake Dr, Suite 102 PMB195, Coppell Tx 75019, (972) 979-9720 [email protected]
Allen Counseling Associates 1506 N. Greenville Ave, Suite 250, Allen Tx 75002, (972) 979-9720 www.allencounselingassociates.com [email protected]
Certified School Counselors and Licensed Professional Counselor providing advocacy/education for parents working with school districts whose children have mental health issues.
ASK-Advocating Solutions for Kids 1419 Kings Hwy, Dallas Tx 75208, (214) 793-6352, www.askadvocate.org, [email protected] ASK is a private advocacy service for children who are experiencing difficulty in school or need community resources. Our mission is to find solutions.
Consulting, Evaluation, & Educational Services
Dr. Ifenyi A. Ufondu, PhD - Educ. Psychologist 1914 Santa Anna dr, Arlington Tx 76001, (817) 866-044 (310) 5905898, [email protected] ARD representation, independent educational/vocational assessments, transition planning. One on One Instruction, counseling. Educational Diagnostician and Counsultant 600 S. Denton Tap Rd, Suite 122, Coppell Tx 75019, (214) 674-0881 GoToFocus Centers 7405 Lola Dr, N. Richland Hlls Tx 76180, (817) 706-2562, www.gotofocuscom, [email protected] Consulting is Developmental Disability and Developmental Delay. we help you find what is blocking your childs develop-ment and you put the developmental process back on track.
Cornerstone Assessment and Guidanc Center, LP 1213 Hall Johnson Rd, Suite 200, Colleyville Tx 76034, (817) 428-9810 www.cagelp.com, [email protected]
Dr. Lusby is a psychologist, licensed in Texas since 1998. She provides assessment and treatment for children and adolescents. Services provided are evidence based and adapted to individual needs.
Diagnostic Learning Services 1400 Preston Rd, Suite 400, Plano Tx 75093, (972) 491-5408 www.diagnosticlearningservices.com [email protected]
Our services focus on the diagnosis of specific learning disabilities (including Dysexia and ADHD) as well as college planning for high school students with disabilities.
Behavioral Innovations 469-374-0700/855-StartABA (855-782-7822) | StartABA.com Centers - 6301 Campus Circle Drive East, Suite 100A, Irving, TX 75063, 1015 McKinley Street, Benbrook, TX 76126, 1501 North Country Club Road, Garland, TX 75040, Home & Community-Based Programs (See Our Ad on Pg. 47 )
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Learning Legacy, Inc 8816 Ashcraft Dr., N. Richland Hlls Tx 76180, (817) 498-6133 www.learninglegacyline.com, [email protected] Professional development for educations, agencies and families on a specialized topics re: special education issues. Little Giant Steps 3364 Lanarc Dr., Plano Tx 75023, (972) 78-1260, www.littlegiantsteps.com, [email protected] An educational consulting group who eliminates learning issues utilizing the Neurodevelopmental Approach. Little Giant Steps has provided effective non-drug programs since 1992.
Special Education Solutions 8816 Ashcraft Dr., Ft. Worth Tx 76180, (817) 498-6133, [email protected] Fee based consulting with specialty in Assistive Technology evaluations, training, and ongoing support as well as all Autism Spectrum Disorders. RESNA certified Assistive Technology Practitioner.
Home School ResourcesMinds MatterPhone: 972-567-4150Email: Contact@mindsmattereducation.comwww.mindsmattereducation.comThrough Educational Coaching, Creative Enrichment Classes and Individualized Learning Assistance; we cater to learners as individuals and families as a whole. We have teachers certified, trained and experienced in all areas of learning. Our name says it all. Minds matter and that is at the heart of everything we do!
Specialized Schools / Private Schools / Preschools A Child Can Do All Things - Conductive Educational Center 12870 Hillcrest Rd, Suite H-101, Dallas Tx 75230, (972) 788-2856 , www. accdat.org Achievement Center of Texas 2950 N. Shiloh Road, Garland Tx 75044, (972) 414-7700 Daycare and a learning center for children and adults with disabilities18 months to adult.
Bridge Builder Academy 520 E. Central Pkwy E, Suite 101, Plano Tx 75074 Daytime: 972-516-8844, After Hours: 214-405-9843. www.bridgebuilderacademy.com | [email protected] BBA is a new kind of schoola PRIVATE SCHOOL, that specializes in individualized Full Time Programs, Home School Assistance programs, Supplemental Education programs for those who need to catch up or get ahead
Adina Rich | Chief Education Officer | Rich Educational Consulting, LLC 972-816-3100 | www.richeducationalconsulting.com We are a complete resource and diagnostic center offering Special Education advocacy and IEP/504 programming support, private diagnostic and independent educational evaluations, behavior consultations and evaluations, executive function evaluations and plans, integrated listening therapy, counseling and social groups, and specialty resource items to support your family.
PediaPlex 2425 E. Southlake Blvd., Southlake, TX 76092 | 817-442-0222 | Pediaplex.net
PediaPlex is an all-inclusive diagnostic and therapeutic clinic offering speech therapy, occupa-tional therapy, counseling, autism diagnosis, cognitive and academic testing, and developmen-tal services. Our mission is to help children and families affected by a variety of disorders including ADHD, autism, communication, sensory-motor, mental health and learning disabilities. This is achieved through early screening, diagnosis, therapeutic interven-tion, and support services offered by a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals all in one convenient location. PediaPlex aspires to provide clarity to all clients and their families with a collaborative care approach. (See Our Ad on PG 53)
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Chasess Place 14210 Marsh Lane, Addison Tx 75001, (972) 243-2676, www.chasesplace.org, [email protected] Chases Place is a private school serving kids with a variety of special needs including autism, mental retardation and traumatic brain injury. Covenant Presbyterian Weekday School 1700 S. Josey Lane, Carollton Tx 75006, (972) 242-2259 Serves 6 months - 4 years. Program is for typical children, but has a very small ration. The director and teachers have accom-modated children with special needs and behavioral issues with warmth and enthusiasm. Dallas Day School (214) 828-9900 , www,myschoolonline.com, [email protected] A program offered by Dallas Services serving those with developmental disabilities of all ages. fees are based on a sliding scale. Also see Dallas Services. Es Haven Academy 813 Ryan Rd, Dallas Tx 75224, (214) 374-7443 Inclusive day care for 0-6 years.
Easter Seals Texas Star Academy 303 W. Nash Street, Grapevine, TX 76051, 817-424-9797www.ntx.easterseals.com, [email protected] Texas Star Academy is a fully inclusive, Walden replicated preschool program open to both children with autism and typically developing children ages 18 months to 5 years. The Texas Star Academy is the only program in Texas to provide an inclusive, licensed toddler and preschool program in which ABA treatment is fully embedded and supervised by a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.(See our Main Ad on Page 49)
Es Haven Academy 813 Ryan Rd, Dallas Tx 75224, (214) 374-7443, Inclusive day care for 0-6 years. Family Play School 10453 N. Central Expressway, Dallas Tx 75231, (214) 265-8585 Inclusive day care for 0-12 years. Medications, breathing treatments given. Grayson County Rehabilitation Center 1216 Hillcrest Box 453, Sherman Tx 75090, (903) 893-7457, Serves 2 to 5 years.
Green Oaks School 5508 Chaperito Trail, Arlington Tx 76016, 817) 496-5100, www.greenoaksschool.org
Head Start of Greater Dallas 3954 Gannon Lane, Dallas Tx, (972) 283-6400, www.hsgd.org HEAD START of Greater Dallas, Inc (HSGD) is the seventh largest nonprofit program in Dallas. The agency currently serves more than 4,000 children and families at 37 centers located throughout Dallas County.
Great Lakes Academy 6000 Custer Rd. Building 7, Plano Tx 75023, (972) 517-7498 ext. 103 www.greatlakesacademy.com, [email protected] For children with various Learning Differences, Aspergers Syndrome and or AD/HD, Great Lakes Academy, an accredited, non-profit, K-12 private school, offers its students a positive school experience. GLA also provides its students the opportunity to develop: An appreciation for their own uniqueness Self-confidence and self-worth via successful learning experiences, social skills lessons and positive reinforcement. Coping skills to assist them in becoming effective students. A sense of accountability and responsibility for their own academic experience. Utilizing small class sizes, multi-sensory teach-ing methods and a well trained and caring faulty, Great Lakes Academy is an excellent alternative school choice!
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Jewish Community Center Preschool 7900 Northhaven, Dallas Tx, 12 months-5 years (Some Special Needs) Labri Learning Center 13408 Kit Lane, Dallas Tx 75240, (972) 235-4791, Inclusive daycare and after-school care for 12 mo to 12 years. (Speech)
Hill School4817 Odessa Ave, Fort Worth TX 76133Phone: 817-923-9482 Ext. 110Email: [email protected]: www.hillschool.org
Hill School is a college preparatory, full-service school for bright students who learn differently, with two campuses, Southwest Fort Worth and Grapevine. Our exceptional faculty emphasize intensive small group instruction in core subject areas to ensure that all students have an opportunity to reach their full academic potential. Our students explore interests and affinities through athletics, fine arts (drama, visual arts, music, band), and a wide variety of community inbolvement activities (See our Main Ad on Page 11)
Meadowview School 2419 Franklin Dr., Mesquite Tx 75150, (972) 289-1831, www.meadowviewschool.com, [email protected] Newfound School 2206 Heads Lane, Suite 11, Carrollton Tx 75006, (214) 390-749 Notre Dame School of Dallas 2018 Allen, Dallas Tx 75204, (214) 720-3911, www.notredameschool.org, [email protected]
Its a Sensory World: Early Intervention Program 13617 Neutron Road Farmers Branch, TX 75244 | Ph: 972-239-8100 itsasensoryworld.com Now Enrolling! Its a Sensory World! Early Childhood Program is an early intervention program designed for children ages 2 to 6. Children enrolled in our program benefit from our small student to teacher ratio (3:1), allowing us to focus on their individual needs. Our program gives children the tools necessary to succeed in a school setting, and promotes the development of gross motor skills, fine motor skills, language skills, and appropriate social skills. (See Our Ad on PG 11)
St. Timothy Christian Academy1501 Avenue H, Plano TX 75074, 972-509-7822 [email protected], www.staplano.org
The mission of St. Timothy Christian Academy is to educate students in grades K-10th needing a non-traditional approach for academic success in a redemptive Christian setting while providing hope and support for their families. We use innovative teaching methods and approaches to educate students with learning differences including ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, processing disorders, spectrum disorders such as PDD-NOS and Aspergers, mood disorders and sensory integration disorder. (See our Main Ad on Page 08 )
Teach Me Academy 2459 E Hebron Pkwy Ste. 130 Carrollton, TX 75010 | 469-892-7500 www.myteachme.net Teach Me Academy offers a unique learning experience within this program to meet social, behavioral and language goals. We aim to go beyond mastering tasks on paper or developing a rote set of skills, and instead look to maximize learning in a motivating, dynamic, and generalizable environment. (See Our Ad on PG 08)
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Texas School of the Deaf 1102 South Congress Ave, Austin Tx 78764, (512) 462-5300 , www.tsd.state.tx.us The ARC of Dallas (214) 634-9810, ext 106, [email protected] The Flint Academy 2111 Roosevelt Dr, Arlington Tx , (817) 277-0620, www.Flintacademy.com, [email protected]
The Rise School of Dallas 5923 Royal Lane, Dallas Tx 75230, (214) 373-4666, www.riseschool.org/dallas, [email protected] The Shelton School 15720 Hilldrest Rd, Dallas Tx 75248, (972) 774-1772
UCP Dallas/preschool program 8802 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas Tx 75235, (214) 247-4538, [email protected] UTD/Callier Center - Dallas 1966 Inwood Rd, Dallas Tx 75235, (214) 905-3000 (214) 905-3030 - appointments, www.callier.utdalls.edu For hearing impaired and regular students. UTD/Callier Center - Richardson 811 Synergy Park Blvd, Richadson Tx 75080, (972) 883-3630 Appointments TDD: (972) 883-3605, www.callier.utdallas.edu For hearing impaired and regular students
The Jane Justin School at The Child Study Center 1300 W. Lancaster, Fort Worth Tx 76102, (817) 390-2831 , www. cscfw.org, [email protected] The Little Lighthouse - Denton 37 Oak Forrest Circle, Denton TX, (940) 591-7092
University of North Texas Kristin Farmer Autism Center 490 S. I-35 East, Denton, TX 76205 | 940-369-5373 The University of North Texas Kristin Farmer Autism Center provides comprehensive research-based interventions and services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families. UNTs multidisciplinary team of highly trained, experienced and committed professionals collaborates with parents, researchers, university students and service providers to deliver state-of-the art services and training. Housed in a newly renovated 21,000 sq. ft. facility, the center provides diagnostic testing, full-time and part-time individualized intervention services, ABA, speech and language, occupational, physical and social skills therapies, as well as other individualized programs. (See Our Ad on PG 61)
Vanguard Preparatory School 4240 Sigma Road Dallas Tx 75244 | www.vanguardprepschool.com | [email protected] Since 1993, Vanguard Preparatory School has been serving children with social, emotional and learning differences in the greater Dallas community.
Sign Language Instruction
BeeBos Playhouse By Baby Signs with Sybil www.beebos.net | 817-718-2876Beebos Playhouse by Baby Signs with Sybil is dedicated to supporting parents & child care professionals in the most important responsibility they will ever have - raising happy, healthy and successful children. We combine educational toys & products with the Baby Signs Program to help parents & professionals create an excellent learning environment at home, child care centers or therapy offices. We offer classes for Parents, Children and Professionals. (CEUs available) Also, carry a large variety of educational toys and products available online.
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Special Education Lawyers & Advocates Advocacy, Inc 7800 Shoal Creek Blvd, Suite 171-E, Austin Tx 78757, (512) 454-4816 (800) 252-9108, www.advocacyinc.org The mission of Advocacy, Inc is to advocate for, protect, and shared the legal, human and service rights of people with disabilities. Advocate - Lone Star Mom 501 Trophy lake Dr, Suite 314-114, Trophy Club Tx 76262, (817) 707-9093 , www.lonestarmom.com, [email protected] As an Education Advocate, i work with parents to find answers. I believe in advocating for the child to first. AFNIC (Association for Neorologically Impaired Children) 301 Park Lane, Austin Tx 78704-2412, (512) 444-1641 , www.afniconline.org AFNICs advocates for children with neurological disabilities and provides five main services for these children: parent train-ing, teacher training, peer training, attendance at ARD meetings. Beautiful Minds, Inc P.O. Box 173261, Arlington Tx 76001-3261, (817) 886-0044 , www.beautifulmndsinc.com, [email protected] Special needs Advocacy emphasizing Educating, Empowering and Exposing the invisibility children with Learning Disabili-ties encounter in throughout the DFW Metroplex. Educational Rescue Online 3068 Misty Ridge Lane, Rockwall Tx 75032, (469) 879-0014 (469) 293-4697 www.educationalrescueonline.com, [email protected] LeBeau Consulting and Mediation 5312 Benbridge Dr, Fort Worth Tx 76107, (817) 377-8172, (817) 602-5446, [email protected] Special education mediation, IEP/ARD facilitation and consulting for school record review to prepare for ARD meetings for parents with children with special education needs. Leslie R. Roberts, Esq 8000 Coit Rd, #300-224, Plano Tx 75025, (469) 682-7305, www.leslierroberts.com, [email protected] Parent of special needs child and attorney/mediator provides special education legal services, including representation during mediation, to parents of special needs children. Lolalee E. Livingston 2809 Regal Rd, Suite 103 Plano Tx 75075 | (972) 758-9123 | www.letseducate.org Education/Child Consultant/advocate bringing 28 years experience to providing Advocacy Consultation/Representation in ARDs. Our goal is to educate parents while assisting them in advocating for their childs educational needs. Myrna B. Silver, Esq 10501 N. Central Expressway, Suite 301 Dallas Tx 75231 | (214) 365-0050 Our firm provides legal services to parents of children with special educational needs. Partners Resource Network, Inc 1090 Longfellow Dr, Suite B Beaumont Tx 77706 | (800) 866-4726 | www.partnerstx.org Our mission at Partners Resources Network, Inc is to empower parents of children with disabilities to be effective advocates for their children and to promote parent/professional partnerships. Students 1st 5310 Lafayette Dr Frisco Tx 75035 | (469) 363-2247 | www.students1st.org We are parent advocates. We attend ARD/IEP/504 meetings with the parent and speak on their behalf to the public school.
ISD Support Groups / Special Education PTAs Arlington Special Education PTSA | www.aseptsa.org Frisco SAGE | www.friscosage.com | [email protected] Plano Sage | www.pptasage.com | [email protected] Collin County Special Education Cooperative 1404 N. McDonald St McKinney Tx 75071 | (972) 548-3200 | www.ccsec.org Provides all special education services including evaluation, therapies and instruction for Anna, Blue Ridge, Community, Farmersville, Lovejoy, Melissa, Prosper and Wylies ISDs
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Education Service Center, Region X (10) 400 E. Spring Valley Rd Richadson Tx 75081 | (972) 348-1536 | www.ednet10.net Nonprofit agency that assists school districts and families by providing workshops, information gathering meetings and other resources. Counties that Region 10 cover are Dallas, Ellis, Kaufman, Rockwall, Hunt, Collin, Fannin and Grayson. Greater Lewisville Special Education PTSA 4608 Oak Springs Dr Flower Mound Tx 75028 | (469) 293-6343 | www.lisd-septsa.org Serving parents, teachers and others who have an interest in Special Education in the Lewisville ISD area. We offer educational programs, parent mentoring, group meetings a local Service Provider Directory and also an online email list.
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Berry Family Services 4702 Rowlett Road Rowlett Tx 75088 | (972) 412-4707 | www.berryfamilyservices.com Berry Family Services is an HCS (Home and Community based service), TXML (Texas Home Living), and GR (General Revenue) Provider that Serves individuals with Mental Retardation.
Aspire 3630 N Josey Ln Ste. 100 Carrollton, TX 75007 | 469-892-7500 | www.aspire4me.comAspire provides services to individuals from adolescence through adulthood. We believe in the development of the whole person and encourage family involvement. Our individualized programs use the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis, Skinners Analysis of Verbal Behavior, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and counseling to focus on areas of development such as behavior, language, social, academic, leisure, vocation, and self-care. (See Our Ad on PG 12)
Behavioral Innovations 469-374-0700/855-StartABA (855-782-7822) | StartABA.com Centers - 6301 Campus Circle Drive East, Suite 100A, Irving, TX 75063, 1015 McKinley Street, Benbrook, TX 76126, 1501 North Country Club Road, Garland, TX 75040, Home & Community-Based Programs (See full listing on PG 47 ) College Living Experience (CLE) 1321 Murfreesboro Pike, Suite 702 Nashville TN 37217 | (800) 486-5058 | Austin Campus: (512) 850-7445, www.experienceCLE.com College Living Experience (CLE) is the premier college program for special needs students, facilitating independent living for students with learning disabilities. Crystal Dyess-Carroll 1221 Goldeneye Dr Aubry Tx 76227 | (940) 768-8001 | www.cognitivedevelopment.pbworks.com | [email protected] My name is Crystal Dyess-Carroll. Being a resource partner is a great opportunity for me because it will give me the chance to better help our community of people with disabilities.
Daybreak, Inc 3901 N. Dallas Ave Lancaster Tx 75134 | (972) 22403554 Operates residential programs serving adults with mental retardation and offers vocational, personal/social and recreational services. Located in the Lancaster, DeSoto, Duncanville area.
An Independent Me | www.livingwithmeaning.org An Independent Me (AIM) , a living experience for people ages 16 and older with developmental disabilities, opened its doors in Cedar Park on June 11, 2012. AIM provides a safe and supportive environment for adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Using scientifically validated techniques and curriculum, the campus teaches life skills, supports educational opportunities, provides on-the-job-training and coaching, creates meaningful jobs, and prepares for a step up to the next level of independence.
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Educare - North Texas Office 8925 Sterling Dr, Suite 250 Irving Tx 75063 |(972) 929-5000 | www.rescare.com Private corporation that provides services for people with developmental disabilities. Specializes in community based resi-dential programs, In-Home and Family support services, foster care and supervised semi-independent living arrangements. Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc 3020 N. Westmoreland Dallas Tx 75212 | (214) 638-2800 | www.goodwilldallas.org Offers rehabilitation services in a vocational workshop for adults (ages 16 and older) with disabilities. Services include voca-tional evaluation, counseling, training, sheltered and competitive employment and fulfillment/outsourcing opportunities. Goodwill Industries of North Texas 2010 N. Graves McKinney Tx 75069 | (972) 542-3721 Marbridge P.O. Box 2250 Manchaca Tx 78652 | (512) 282-1144 | www.marbridge.org Offers individualized residential care, education, and training to adults with various cognitive challenges. At lease 18 years of age for training. Summer Camp 16-30 years. Mosaic 2245 Midway Rd, Suite 300 Carrollton Tx 75006 | (972) 866-9989 | www.mosaicinfo.org A nonprofit, nation-wide organization dedicated to providing supports and advocacy to people with disabilities. Offers supported employment, in home supports, HCS, Texas Home Living Waiver and ICFMR programs, advocacy, day services and Childrens services Funded through Medicaid, corporate/foundtion grants, fundraising and donations. mosaic is affiliated with evangical Lutheran Church of America. My Possibilites 1301 Cluster Road Plano Tx 75075 | (469) 241-9100 | www.mypossibilities.org Non-Profit, Charity for Adults with developmental disabilities. Full Day,full year programs builds independence and pre-vocation skills. Ages 18+. Summer Programs available. nonPareil Insitute P.O Box 260652 Plano Tx 75026 | (972) 467-0713 | www.npitx.org We provide training to individuals with