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A Day in Our Shoes: Answering Your IEP 504 Questions
Contact Name:
Lisa Lightner
Email:
ADayInOurShoes.com.
Website:
Description:
Free information about IEP goal, preparation for meeting, etc. and 504 plans.
Location State:
Pennsylvania
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (aidd) – nsu law clinic
Contact Name:
Matthew Dietz
Contact #:
(954) 931-1951
Email:
Description:
The AIDD Law Clinic provides pro bono legal services to families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Location City:
Ft. Lauderdale
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Agency for Health Care Administration (Medicaid)
Contact #:
850-412-4000
Description:
The Agency for Health Care Administration is responsible for Medicaid which assists people with disabilities with the costs of medical and long-term care.
Location City:
Many locations in Florida
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
APSE1-Employment First Employment for All
Contact #:
301-279-0060
Email:
Website:
Description:
The Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) is the only national membership organization focused exclusively on Employment First to facilitate the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace and community. The Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) is the only national membership organization focused exclusively on Employment First to facilitate the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace and community.
Location Address:
7361 Calhoun Place Suite 680
Location City:
Rockville
Location State:
MD
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
ARC Broward
Contact Name:
Emily Schmitz, BSW
Contact #:
954-746-9400
Website:
Description:
Arc Broward remains committed to helping those with disabilities and other life challenges. We work hand-in-hand with families, guardians, businesses, civic organizations, and funders to provide the encouragement and opportunities that create life-changing outcomes so that people with disabilities and other life challenges can live, learn, work and play in their communities.
Location Address:
10250 NW 53rd St.
Location City:
Sunrise
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Autism Society Florida
Contact Name:
Stacey Hoaglund
Contact #:
HQ: 800-328-8476 Orlando: 407-207-3388
Email:
Website:
Description:
Autism Society provides advocacy, education, information and referral, support, and community at national, state and local levels through our strong nationwide network of Affiliates.
Location Address:
6110 Executive Boulevard
Location City:
Orlando
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Autism Speaks
Contact #:
888-288-4762
Email:
Website:
Description:
Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions.
Location City:
Miami
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Broward Behavioral Health Coalition
Contact #:
954-622-8121
Email:
Website:
Description:
BBHC provides a comprehensive system of care for substance use, mental health, and co-occurring disorders for individuals in Broward County.
Location City:
Lauderhill
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Broward County Commissioner
Contact #:
954-357-7000
Website:
bcgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/OnePane/basicviewer/index.html?appid=c7f7450dc0b147d4b4b9526d9b1f93e7
Description:
This website provides the name of the commissioner and the district they serve.
Location City:
Various areas in Broward County
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Broward County School Board Members
Contact #:
754-321-0000
Website:
Description:
This website provides a listing of all Broward County School Board Members and the district they serve.
Location City:
Ft. Lauderdale
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD)
Contact #:
877- 448-4747
Email:
Website:
Description:
Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) is a statewide designated protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities in the State of Florida. Statewide alliance of individuals with disabilities, special needs, or at-risk and their families. Their mission is to provide family-driven support, education, information, and advocacy.
Location City:
Tampa, Miami
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Children’s services council of broward
Contact Name:
Kimberlee Reid
Contact #:
(954) 377-1118
Email:
Website:
Description:
The CSC's mission is to provide leadership, advocacy, and resources necessary to enhance the lives of the children of Broward County and empower them to become responsible, productive adults through collaborative planning and funding of a continuum of quality care.
Location Address:
6600 West Commercial Boulevard
Location City:
Lauderhill
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Disability Independence Group
Contact Name:
Sandra D'Amelio
Contact #:
Debbie Dietz
Email:
Website:
Description:
Expanding opportunities for participation, education, employment, and acceptance of persons with disabilities through advocacy, litigation, education, and training.
Location Address:
P.O. Box 140850
Location City:
Coral Gables
Location State:
Fl
Group:
Advocacy & Policy, Community Services
Disability Rights Florida
Contact #:
800-342-0823
Description:
Disability Rights Florida advocates, educates, investigates, and litigates to protect and advance the rights, dignity, equal opportunities, self-determination and choices for all people with disabilities.
Location Address:
2473 Care Drive, Suite 200
Location City:
Tallahassee
Location State:
Fl
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Disability RIghts Florida: Preparing for Your Successful Transition to Adulthood
Contact #:
800-342-0823
Description:
Disability Rights Florida has created a new resource for students with disabilities in their teens. The toolkit, Preparing for Your Successful Transition to Adulthood, gives students with disabilities, their supporters, families, care teams, and school staff the resources they need to prepare for adulthood and unlock their potential for a great future.
Location Address:
2473 Care Drive, Suite 200
Location City:
Tallahassee
Location State:
Fl
Group:
Advocacy & Policy, Transitional Resources
Easter Seals Florida
Contact #:
407-629-7881
Email:
None
Description:
Easter Seals Florida offers the highest quality of care and services to children, youth and adults with special needs so that they can enjoy access, opportunities, and increased life choices. They are committed to remaining a leader in special needs services – an organization to which individuals and their families can turn for resources and support with a continuum of care throughout their lives.
Location Address:
2010 Crosby Way
Location City:
Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Elected Officials on the Florida House of Representatives
Contact #:
850-717-5650
Email:
Description:
This website provides a listing of all elected officials on the Florida House of Representatives and the districts they serve.
Location City:
Tallahassee
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Family Network on Disabilities
Contact Name:
Ally Walford
Contact #:
(727) 523-1130
Email:
Website:
Description:
Family Network on Disabilities (FND) is a family-driven grassroots organization for persons with disabilities and their families. FND was founded in 1985 by a group of parents of persons with disabilities who came together for mutual support and information-sharing.
Location Address:
26750 US Highway 19 N Ste 410
Location City:
Clearwater
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy, Transitional Resources, Vocational
Florida Department of Education Bureau of Exceptional Education & Student Services
Contact Name:
Richard Strickland
Contact #:
850-245-0475
Email:
Description:
Florida Department of Education Bureau of Exceptional Education & Student Services ensures the achievement of each and every individual's extraordinary purpose by expanding opportunities through collaboration of families, professionals, and communities who guarantee the highest expectations and individual success.
Location Address:
325 West Gaines Street
Location City:
Tallahassee
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Florida Department of Education Exceptional Education Student Services (EESS) Contacts
Contact #:
*See individual counties
Email:
*see individual counties
Description:
Supervisors, Staffing Specialist, Resource Teachers, Curriculum Supervisors-contact information for each county in Florida
Location City:
Tallahassee
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Florida Development Disabilities Council, Inc.
Contact #:
850-488-4180
Email:
Website:
Description:
Florida Development Disabilities Council, Inc. is committed to advocating and promoting programs, practices and innovative initiatives that enhance the independence, productivity, inclusion and self-determination of individuals with developmental disabilities in all aspects of life.
Location Address:
124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203
Location City:
Tallahassee
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System
Contact Name:
Danita Duhart
Contact #:
305-274-3501
Email:
Website:
Description:
Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System provides instructional and technical support services to school district ESE programs statewide. Four central functions of this organization are: Child Find, Parents Services, Human Resource Development and Technology. FDLRS Network also includes 6 Multi-disciplinary Centers who focus on in-depth evaluations and several statewide projects offering specialized services.
Location Address:
6521 SW 62nd Avenue
Location City:
Miami
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Florida’s Assistive Technology Program (FAAST)
Contact #:
1-844-353-2278
Email:
Website:
Description:
FAAST provides assistive technology including loans for Floridians who need specific assistive technology in their day to day activities. This program offers a range of activities, including device loans, demonstrations, reutilization, and training, to ensure Floridians have access to the latest in assistive technology.
Location Address:
2145 Delta Blvd., Suite 200
Location City:
Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Pensacola
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Legal Guardianship
Contact #:
(850) 922-5081
Website:
Description:
The Florida State Courts System's Self-Help Center is your online guide to help direct you through the court system.
Location Address:
500 South Duval Street
Location City:
Florida Courts in each county
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
National Autism Association
Contact #:
877-622-2884
Email:
Website:
Description:
National Autism Assoication responds to the most urgent needs of the autism community, providing real help and hope so that all affected can reach their full potential.
Location City:
Portsmouth
Location State:
RI
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Social Security
Contact #:
888-436-2637
Email:
Description:
This website provides a Free disability benefits evaluation service. This online help form is for anyone interested in applying for Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income benefits, and for appeals help. Based upon your age, work history, and medical conditions, you may be eligible for either: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).
Location City:
many locations around the United States
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Social Security Disability Benefits Guide
Contact Name:
Peter Blake Esq.
Contact #:
401-443-2999
Email:
Description:
A ultimate guide about navigating social security disability benefits, such as knowing who qualifies, how to maximize your chance of getting approved, and how payments are calculated are just a some of the topics covered in this guide.
Location Address:
685 Westminster Street
Location City:
Providence
Location State:
RI
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
South Florida Behavioral Health Network Inc.
Contact #:
305-858-3335
Email:
Website:
Description:
The South Florida Behavioral Health Network, promotes access to effective, accountable and compassionate care for individuals and families in our community with mental illnesses and substance use disorders
Location City:
Miami Dade County, Monroe County
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Step Up For Students
Contact #:
1-877-735-7837
Email:
Website:
Description:
The Family Empowerment Scholarship (formerly Gardiner) is different than other state scholarships in that it allows parents to personalize the education of their children with unique abilities by directing money toward a combination of programs and approved providers. These include schools, therapists, specialists, curriculum, technology – even a college savings account.
Location Address:
P.O. Box 54429
Location City:
Jacksonville
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy, Community Services
The Dan Marino Foundation
Contact #:
954-368-6000
Email:
Website:
Description:
The Dan Marino Founation is a results-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons with autism or other developmental disabilities. Using innovative approaches to problem solving and leveraging the latest technologies, the DMF is creating unprecedented opportunities for the disability community in South Florida and beyond.
Location City:
Ft. Lauderdale
Location State:
FL
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Turning 18
Contact #:
none
Website:
Description:
Turning 18 is a collaboration between GAPS Legal PLLC and Florida Justice Technology Center. This website does not constitute legal advice and is provided as-is without any warranty or guarantee.
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
University of Florida: Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment (CAN)
Contact Name:
Ursula Crews, R.N., M.S.N.
Contact #:
352.733.1030
Website:
Description:
The mission of UF Health Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment (CAN) is: *to provide centralized and state of the art transdisciplinary diagnostic and clinical treatment services for children and adults with neurodevelopmental disorders *to use basic, clinical, and translational science approaches to answer key questions and accelerate research about autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders *to inform, expand, and facilitate innovative university training programs in assessment, treatment, and education of individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders among medical, nursing, psychology, education, and other professionals *to empower families to partner with clinicians and researchers to expand community outreach, increase advocacy efforts, and extend the care of individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders throughout the lifespan *to create an inclusive local community by providing support during the transition to adulthood for individuals autism and neurodevelopmental disorders
Location Address:
4101 NW 89th Blvd
Location City:
Gainesville
Location State:
Fl
Group:
Advocacy & Policy, Transitional Resources
US Department of Labor: Disability Resources
Contact #:
866-487-2365
Email:
www.dol.gov
Description:
Disability resources are provided to promote an inclusive workforce and increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
Location City:
Washington
Location State:
D.C.
Group:
Advocacy & Policy
Welcome to A Day in Our Shoes: IEP 504 question
Contact Name:
Lisa Lightner
Email:
ADayInOurShoes.com.
Website:
Description:
A wealth of information and resources so that parents can make more informed decisions regarding your child with disabilities and their IEP.
Location State:
Pennsylvania
Group:
Advocacy & Policy