Special Needs

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Access-A-Ride
(877) 377-2017
Autism Society of America
Information for parents of children with autism. Topics include health, education and safety. Search for local events and resources.
Bronx (718) 519-4797
Brooklyn (718) 336-9533
Manhattan (212) 628-0669
Queens (718) 464-5735 - www.autism-society.org
Brain Injury Association of NY State
offers community-based services and support for persons with brain injury and their families. Also available are speakers, publications, newsletters, events, safety programs. Family Helpline: (800) 228-8201. - http://www.bianys.org
Cerebral Palsy of NY State
a multi-service organization which advocates and provides direct services for persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. (212) 947-5770; CP Transport: (718) 205-0906 - http://www.cpofnys.org
Easter Seals New York
assistance for children and adults with disabilities and their families, including medical rehabilitation, inclusive child care, camping and recreation, education services (212) 244-6053. - http://ny.easterseals.com
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater New York
helps people to understand the medical and personal issues associated with epilepsy. Adventurers Club sponsors outdoor trips for kids with seizure disorders. Also offers counseling, parent support, peer support, temporary financial help, information and referral. (877)995-9100 - http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/nyc/
The League for the Hard of Hearing
Information on therapy and hearing devices and a guide to New York City resources for the deaf and hard of hearing. Free hearing screening every Tuesday from Noon to 2pm&Thursday from 4pm to 6 pm. To schedule a screening call (917) 305-7766.
Main numbers: 917-305-7700 (Voice) 917-305-7999 (TTY) - http://www.lhh.org/
Learning Disabilities Association of New York City
an information and referral service for learning disabilities resources in the five boroughs. Monday-Friday 9-5 pm. Spanish spoken. (212) 645-6730 - http://www.learningdisabilitynyc.org
Lighthouse International
provides services for blind and visually impaired persons. The Child Development Center meets the needs of children from birth to age five; older kids are served by the Youth Services Division, which offers a wide range of educational and recreational activities (888) 222-9320. - http://www.lighthouse.org/education-services/the-lighthouse-child-development-center/
Resources for Children with Special Needs
Call for an appointment or log on to search this comprehensive database for services, camps, afterschool programs, and other help. (212) 677-4650 - http://www.resourcesnyc.org
Rhinelander Children's Center
Saturday programs for deaf and hard of hearing children and teens. (212) 876-0500 - http://www.childrensaidsociety.org/rhinelander
SKIP of New York
provides advocacy and service coordination for families who care for their chronically ill, medically fragile, or developmentally disabled children at home. Service Coordinators provide an interface between parents and the health care community. (212) 268-5999 - http://www.skipofny.org
Visions
promotes the independence of people of all ages who are blind or visually impaired. (212) 625-1616; (888) 245-8333. - http://www.visionsvcb.org
Young Adult Institute
A searchable list of more than 100 citywide services for people with developmental disabilities. Respite programs, recreational and cultural activities, mental health services, afterschool programs, camps and more. (212) 273-6182 - http://www.yai.org
Parent to Parent of New York State
Matches parents with a trained support parent who also has a child with a similar disability, chronic illness, or health care concern. Helps families receive the information and services they need. Can help explain Medicaid Service Coordination. (866) 727-6970 - http://www.parenttoparentnys.org
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ADHD/ADD Skills Group for Boys 6-10
Organizational and behavioral skills group at Mount Sinai Hospital for boys aged 6-10. Group leader will work with families as well. Support for children's ability to be organized, pay attention, stay on task, follow directions and more. Emphasis on encouraging self-esteem, cooperation with others and fun. Call Sharon Gordon, MSED, at (212) 241-6127.
Manhattan Mothers and Others
Support group for parents/family/friends of children with special health care needs. Ask about their newsletter. (212) 570-6860
Care Coordination Project for Children with Special Health Care Needs
If your child receives medical care at Mount Sinai and has asthma or a blood or cancer condition, you may be eligible for the help of a case manager to work with your family to make sure your child is receiving the best possible care and services. Receive help figuring out the services and resources your child needs; help in obtaining those services; in communicating with your child's school; in solving problems with services and more. (212) 241-3643

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Eihab Children's Services
connects disabled children to service providers, advocates, helps with entitlements, Medicaid waivers, financial assistance. Care coordination. 222-40 96th Street, Queens Village. (718) 465-8833 - http://www.eihab.org
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Jacobi Medical Center Special Needs Clinic
(718) 918-4027
League for the Hard of Hearing
hearing habilitation and human services agency for children and adults who are hard of hearing, deaf, and deaf-blind. Evaluations, family support and more. Accepts many forms of insurance. 50 Broadway, 6th floor, New York, NY 10004; (917) 305-7700 (voice); (917) 305-7999 (TTY) - http://www.lhh.org