Links to Related Sites

LOCAL AREA WEBSITES:

 Autism USA   An information resource on autism and other developmental disorders. The site is maintained daily and new content is added constantly. www.autismusa.net 

Peter Pan Center  The mission of the Peter Pan Center is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for families of children ages 3-13 struggling with behavioral issues.  http://www.peterpancenter.homestead.com

Communication Crossroads  Communication Crossroads is a specialized private practice designed to serve children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and their families. We recognize that both social-communication and emotional regulation play a central role in typical child development and that vulnerabilities in these areas compromise a child's developmental path, his or her ability to form satisfying relationships, and his or her ability to independently adapt to the demands of different social environments.   http://www.commxroads.com 

K.I.D.s, Inc.  Generally when we consider stars, we think of celebrities...actors, models, musicians and professional athletes.  At Kids In Disability Sports, Inc. , we celebrate a different kind of star. Our stars are fearless individuals who every day must face and overcome extraordinary odds to pursue and achieve their dreams.  Visit www.kidsindisabilitysports.org 

Springboard: Springboard is a club which provides social, recreational, cultural, and educational activities for adults and adolescents with learning disabilities.  Springboard is the only group of its kind in the area which focuses specifically on the social needs of individuals with learning disabilities. Learn more at: www.tillinc.org

Greater Lowell Area SPED Parents e-group: For families with children in special education in the greater Lowell area of Massachusetts.   It is open to both parents and care-giver professionals. The goal of this email group is to enable us to support each other through the sharing of information.  We can work together to enhance the lives of our children.  Join or log into this e-group at: www.egroups.com/group/Greater-Lowell-SPED

The Autism Support Center (ASC):   A site dedicated to helping parents and professionals locate information and support about Autism.  Visit this informative site at:  http://www2.shore.net/~nsarc/

The Center for Applied Special Technology: Founded in 1984, CAST is an educational, not-for-profit organization that uses technology to expand opportunities for all people, including those with disabilities.  Check out this site at:  www.cast.org/ Founded in 1984, CAST is an educational, not-for-profit organization that uses technology to expand opportunities for all people, including those with disabilities.  Check out this site at:  www.cast.org/

The Boston Institute for Art Therapy: For 15 years, the Boston Institute for Arts Therapy has brought the healing power of creative arts therapy to people of all ages, classes and ethnicities in the greater Boston area.  Visit this great site at:  www.biat.org/spring2000.html For 15 years, the Boston Institute for Arts Therapy has brought the healing power of creative arts therapy to people of all ages, classes and ethnicities in the greater Boston area.  Visit this great site at:  www.biat.org/spring2000.html

EARS:  Enhanced Auditory Rehab Service, EARS, consults and shares issues of communication, behavior, teaching and social issues with parents and professionals during Auditory Integration Training sessions. EARS works with groups and individuals on-site and has administrated Auditory Integration Training sessions in the United States, Canada, India, United Arab States, Japan and Egypt.  Visit their site at this link.

Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc. Mission: The Foundation’s mission is to aid financially disadvantaged families who need assistance in caring for their children with autism; to fund education and research into the causes and consequences of childhood autism; and to serve as a clearinghouse and communications center for new programs and services developed for individuals with autism. www.dougflutiejrfoundation.org

SITES outside the Greater Lowell/Boston area

Kid Quest "Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)" Quest    "I've heard on the news about kids having something called "autism spectrum disorder (ASD)."  What is it and what do I need to know about it?" http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/kids/kautismpage.htm#Let's%20see...

Our Kids: This site is a "Family" of parents, caregivers and others who are working with children with physical and/or mental disabilities and delays.  Visit this site at:  www.our-kids.org/

Special Families: Psychologist, author, and parent Robert Naseef, Ph.D., shares his insights and experiences on family life for parents, siblings, and children with special needs.  Check out this informative site at: www.specialfamilies.com/

FEAT: Families for Early Autism Treatment
FEAT is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing world class Education, Advocacy, and Support for the Northern California Autism Community.  Visit them at:   www.feat.org

Exceptional Parent Magazine: Continuing 30 award winning years of providing information, support, ideas, encouragement and outreach for parents and families of children with disabilities and the professionals who work with them. Check out the latest at:  www.eparent.com  

Down Syndrome for New Parents:  Lots of information for new parents of babies with Down Syndrome.  Click here to visit this site:  www.downsyn.com

Special Child:  For parents and caregivers of special children.  Click on this link: www.specialchild.com

National Down Syndrome Society:  Support, Information and a lot more!  www.ndss.org

National Organization for Rare Disorders, Inc.:  NORD is the only organization of its kind--a unique federation of more than 140 not-for-profit voluntary health organizations serving people with rare disorders and disabilities. www.rarediseases.org

Pediatric Development and Behavior: An independent web site created to promote better care and outcomes for children and families affected by developmental, learning, and behavioral problems by providing access to clinically relevant information and educational material for physicians, fellows, resident physicians, and students. www.dbpeds.org

Autism Society of America:   A site dedicated to promoting lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum and their families.  www.autism-society.org

Yoga for the Special Child: A comprehensive program of yoga techniques designed to enhance the natural development of children with special needs.  www.specialyoga.com

UMDF: Offers support to all sufferers of mitochondrial disorders regardless of diagnosis, suspected or confirmed. Check here for details.

U.S. Department of Education: The Administration's priorities include national efforts to improve reading and math, reduce class size, strengthen school construction, and promote major new 2000 initiatives and the Partnership for Family Involvement in Education..