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National Organizations

• National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)
  Committed to being the national leader in enhancing the quality of life, and realizing the potential of all people with Down syndrome.
• National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC)
  Provides information, advocacy and support concerning all aspects of life for individuals with Down syndrome.

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Education

• Bridges4Kids
  A non-profit parent organization providing a comprehensive system of information and referral for parents and professionals working with children from birth through transition to adult life.
• Bridges 4 Kids IEP Goals and Objectives Bank
  Designed to allow users to locate specific educational goals.
• National enter for Education and Statistics (NCES)
  Located within the U.S. Department of Education and the Institute of Education Sciences, is the primary federal entity for collecting and analyzing data related to education.
• Learning Disabilities Online
  The world's leading web site on learning disabilities and ADHD, serving more than 200,000 parents, teachers, and other professionals each month.
• Michigan Department of Education
  Online phone directory, reports, resources from various offices.
• Wright's Law
  A resource for information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
• Michigan IEP Manual
  This Individualized Educational Program (IEP) Team Manual is provided by the Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services to assist in compliance with state and federal laws relating to programs and services for students with disabilities.
• K-8 Grade Level Content Expectations
  Documents are for educators who need access to multiple grade levels and for parents looking for guides to help explain the GLCEs
• Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services (OSE-EIS)
  On February 1, 2008, the Michigan Department of Education (MDE), Office of Special Education and Early Intervention Services (OSE-EIS) submitted its revised State Performance Plan (SPP) and 2006-07 Annual Performance Report (APR) to the U.S. Department of Education (USDoE), Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP). These documents are now available on the MDE, OSE-EIS website.
• 2006-07 Annual Performance Report
• State Performance Plan
• What's The Big Idea Presentation
  Individuals With Disabilities Education Improvement Act 2004
• Preparing for your Student's IEP (Presentation)
• Transition Presentation

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Autism

• Everyday Miracle Autism Support Network
  A non-profit grant organization designed to strengthen, financially assist and inform families and communities about children with autism.
• Autism Society of America - Oakland Chapter
  One of over 200 Chapters of the Autism Society of America (ASA) and also one of 13 Chapters in Michigan.
• Social Stories
  non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and those who work alongside them to improve mutual understanding.

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Therapies & Programs

• The Abilities Center
  Provides occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech and language services in Walled Lake Michigan.
• The Arc of Oakland County
  Advocates for the rights and full participation of all children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• The Variety FAR Conservatory of Therapeutic and Performing Arts
  a private, nonprofit organization that provides creative arts therapy and recreation services for children and adults with mental, physical and/or emotional impairments.
• Pretty Pony Pastures
  Learn the joy of horseback riding. Providing safe, enjoyable riding lessons for persons of all abilities.
• Angel's Place
  A private, not-for profit, faith-based organization providing homes and services to adults with developmental disabilities.
• Baby Signs
  Developed by Drs. Acredolo and Goodwyn, the Baby Signs Program is the original baby sign language program for hearing infants and toddlers, based on American Sign Language. The Baby Signs Institute offers classes and workshops for parents.
• Building Bridges Therapy Center
  a "full-service" pediatric clinic, staffed by a team of caring, experienced professionals in the fields of Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration, Physical Therapy and Education.
• Cause (Citizens Alliance to Uphold Special Education)
  A statewide non-profit coalition providing free information, referral, support, advocacy, and workshops to parents and professionals working with children with disabilities and special needs.
• Como Pediatric Communication Center
  Specializes in the treatment of speech and language disorders for toddlers and school aged children.
• Dance of Partnership
  Janice Fialka, MSW, ACSW is a national trainer, presenter, and advocate on issues related to disability.
• Dearborn Speech & Sensory Center, Inc.
  Provides services to children and adults of all ages in the areas of speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and psychological needs.
• Disability is Natural
  Ready for some good news about people with disabilities? Discover a new way of thinking about disabled people, learning disabilities and physical and mental handicaps.
• Friendship Circle
  Provides programming and activites designed to foster a relationship between community teenagers and children with special needs.
• Kauffman Children's Center for Speech, Language, Sensory-Motor & Social Connections, Inc.
  Provides specialized speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy and sensory integration services.
• Kids in Motion
  Provides pediatric physical, occupational, and speech and language therapy.
• Leaps and Bounds Therapy Services
  Offers a team approach providing quality physical, occupational, speech, and massage therapy.
• Lekotek
  A program dedicated to helping terminally and chronically ill children, as well as those with genetic disorders, under the age of 21, find happiness and companionship through emotional and spiritual healing, using the horse.
• Lifehorse
  Helps families raising a child or children with special needs learn fun, creative, and healthy ways to play together.
• Love & Learning
  Technique and materials (DVDs, audio tapes, books and computer programs) help infants and toddlers with language and reading development.
• Macomb-Oakland Regional Center, Inc.
  Dedicated to serving men, women, and children with different abilities so they may, as true citizens, celebrate life, freedom, and independence in the community.
• Milstein Pediatric Speech & Language Services, Inc.
  The clinic offers speech and language therapy in a comfortable, "kid friendly" setting; including one-on-one intensive treatment, tandem treatment and group sessions.
• Miracle League
  A charitable organization that provides children with mental and/or physical challenges an opportunity to play baseball as a team member in an organized league.
• O.A.T.S.
  Promotes the health, well-being and happiness of handicapped individuals through horseback riding and related activities.
• Optiminds
  Offers customized, individualized cognitive training.
• Sensory Systems Clinic
  Children's Occupational Therapy Specialists

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Other

• Community Living Services of Oakland County
  A private, not-for-profit organization promoting inclusion, full citizenship and a self-determined life for people with developmental disabilities.
• MetLife's Division of Planning Special Kids
  Assistance with the financial, legal, and government issues for individuals with special needs.
• Michigan Protection & Advocacy
  Promotes, expands and protects the human and legal rights of people by providing them with information and advocacy.
• Oakland County Community Mental Health Authority
  OCCMHA's mission is the advancedment of social equality adn improved quality of life for people with developmental disabilities.
• Oakland County Parks & Recreation
  The 13 Oakland County Parks offer nearly 60 miles of trails and natural landscapes for year-round recreation, including five golf courses, two waterparks and nature centers.
• Oakland Mediation Center
  A non-profit, volunteer based organization established to offer mediation as an alternative to the traditional adversarial dispute resolution in the courts.
• Social Security Administration
  The Social Security Administration's mission is to advance the economic security of the nation's people through compassionate and vigilant leadership in shaping and managing America's Social Security programs.

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Residential/Independent Living Skills

• On My Own
  A private, non-profit agency in Oakland County that helps adults with mild developmental disabilities become independent, social and contributing members of the community.
• The Planner Guide
  An organizational and reference system for people with social and cognitive challenges.
• Transition (Presentation)

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