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Autism Society of Indiana
Indiana Medicaid
https://www.medicareplans.com/indiana/
Search Beyond Adventures
Search Beyond Adventures provides all-inclusive escorted vacations for travelers with disabilities and special needs, ages 17 and up.
The Guided Tour
The focus of The Guided Tour is to provide a growth-producing experience for our travelers, in which they are able to travel and socialize independent of their families.
Hinkle Fieldhouse Annual Basketball camp for kids with disabilities
http://www.coachholtbasketballcamps.com/2nd-8th-grade-camps.cfm
Lake County area:
Our purpose at Chasing Dreams is to enhance the lives of children with Special Needs and their families by providing a place for interaction and programs that educate and develop the self esteem, physical and social skills necessary for a meaningful life.
Meetup
Website for ID adults to meet people with similar disabilities or find support groups.
Contact: http://www.meetup.com
Operation Lift Off
Provides air transportation for children with a life threatening illness for a treatment trip.
Contact: operationliftoff.com, 314-298-9770
Play Away! Listen to a book while doing other projects.
http://my.playaway.com/playaway/
Scioto Properties
Makes community homes available, affordable, and customized to people with disabilities.
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scioto.com 1-800-930-2892 |
Whispers4u
Dating website for people with disabilities
http://www.whispers4u.com
Build-Grow-Kids
Lowes host an activity for young people to learn building skills.
http://lowesbuildandgrow.com
Heather Jones/ Author
Heather Jones is the author of the book Talk to me: Conversation Strategies for Parents of Childre with Autism or Speech and Language Impairments
www.heatherjonesauthor.com
National Center on Physical Activity and Disabilities
information resource
www.mcpad.org
National Down Syndrome Society
Resource for those diagnosed with Down Syndrome
800-221-4602
National Head Injury Foundation
Resource for families of and those who have experienced a Brain injury
800-444-6443
Prader-Willi Syndrome Assoc. USA
Serves individuals diagnosed with Prader-Willi, parents, relatives, educators, caregivers and medical personnel. Crisis counseling, advocacy, mentoring programs, medical alerts and general information available.
8588 Potter Park Dr. Suite 500
941-312-0400 or toll free: 800-926-4797 email: national@pwsausa.org Website: www.pwsausa.org
JobDoozy
Employment website for individuals with disabilities, featuring job listings from companies who are actively recruiting a diverse workforce.
Special Olympics
Provides year round sports training and athletic competitions to individuals with intellectual or physical disabilities
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Phone: 317-328-2000 800-742-0612 email: information@soindiana.org Website: www.soindiana.org County contact information is available via the website or by calling. |
The Bally Foundation
Resource and referral services
Contact: phone: 317-374-9151 email: inquiry@ballyfoundation.org website: www.ballyfoundation.org
Aktion Club,
A service club sponsored by Kiwanis International. Provides adults living with disabilities an opportunity to develop initiative, leadership skills and to serve their communities.
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aktionclub.org email: memberservices@kiwanis.org 317-875-8755 ext. 411 800-549-2647 ext. 411 |
American Association of Adapted Sports Programs
Works to establish programs in interscholastic and extracurricular adapted sports for students with physical disabilities attending grades 1-12.
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Serves adults/children with intellectual disabilities and their families. Provides public awareness, hosts an annual convention, provides online discussion groups, listservs and chat rooms.
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aaidd.org email: anam@aaidd.org 202-387-1968 800-424-3688 |
Angel Flight Central
Serves people in need by arranging charitable free flights for health care or other humanitarian purposes.
angelflightcentral.org/index.php
Angel Wheels to Healing
Provides non-emergency, long-distance ground transportation and gas cards to financially stressed ambulatory patients who are traveling for treatment.
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angelwheels.org 1-800-768-0238 |
Arc of Indiana
Serves disabled people through assistance with waiver applications, caregiver training, insurance assitance, trust services, and publications.
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arcind.org 800-382-9100 |
Assurance Wireless Telephone
A lifeline Assistance program that offers a free phone with 250 free minutes and 250 free texts per month to those who meet eligibility requirements.
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assurancewireless.com 1-800-615-9808 |
AT&T
Internet service provider
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att.com 800-288-2020 |
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Autism Resource Network of Indiana (ARNI) |
Web links to articles, events, and helpful web sites. Local resource locator for providers and support services.
arnionline.org
Autism Society of Indiana
Support, referrals, resources, conferences & workshops for families touched by autism. Run statewide Autism Ally chapters.
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autismsocietyofindiana.org email: inautism.org 800-609-8449 |
Better Hearing Institute
Promotes early detection and appropriate treatment of hearing loss, maximizing technologies that make it easier for people with hearing loss to stay active and fully engaged
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betterhearing.org 800-327-9355 |
Blind Children’s Center
Provides support services, training, and publications to families of children, aged birth through second grade, who are blind or visually impaired.
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blindchildrenscenter.org 800-222-3566 |
Canine Companions for Independence
Assistance dogs for hearing, sight, service, and facilities
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cci.org email: info@cci.org 1-800-572-2275 |
Center for Assistive Technology & Environmental Access (CATEA) Consumer Network
Members test prototypes for assistive products and services in order to improve them through focus groups, field-testing and surveys. A project of Georgia Tech University.
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catea.gatech.edu/ccn/ccn.php 800-726-9119 ccn@coa.gatech.edu |
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Large legacy database of resources and products for children with disabilities. Wide range of disability topics.
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web: parentcenterhub.org/nichcy-resources/ email: malizo@spannj.org 973-642-8100 |
Center for Rehabilitation Technologies
Work with clients to meet technology needs: Seating & wheeled mobility, environmental controls, computer acess, assistive tech for schools, job accomodations
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helenhayeshospital.org/center-for-rehab-technology 1-888-70-REHAB |
Century Link
Internet service provider
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centurylink.com 800-366-8201 |
Comcast
Internet service provider
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comcast.com 855-656-8535 |
Community Outreach and Senior Advocate
I work with a group of senior care advocates and based on conversations with the caregiver community, more and more highschool and college students are taking on the role of caregiver for aging loved ones. To help support these students, we have made available scholarships that can provide financial assistance. You can read more about our work here:
- https://www.caring.com/
caregivers/scholarships-for- student-caregivers - https://www.caring.com/
caregivers/scholarships-for- student-caregivers#the-caring- com-scholarship
Direct TV
Internet service Provider
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directv.com 1-855-229-4388 |
Dish Network
Internet service provider
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godish.com 855-278-0316 |
Dynavox Systems
Provider of speech generating devices and adapted software to assist people with severe limitations due to ALS, stroke, traumatic brain injury, cerebral palsy, autism, intellectual disabilities, and other conditions.
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dynavoxtech.com 412-381-4883 |
EarthLink
Internet service provider
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earthlink.net 866-383-3080 |
Excede
Satellite Internet Service Provider
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excede.com 855-359-7448 |
Frontier
Internet service provider
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web: frontier.com 888-243-4180 |
Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind
Resource for information regarding assistance dogs
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web: guidedog.org email: info@guidedog.org 800-548-4337 |
Hughes Net
Internet service provider
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hughesnet.com 866-944-4842 |
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
Project of Indiana University. Extensive website providing information and community resources for aging and disabled people.
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iidc.indiana.edu email: iidc@indiana.edu 812-855-6508 |
Indiana Legal Services
Free civil legal assistance to eligible low income individuals faced with legal problems.
web: indianalegalservices.org
Kool Smiles
High quality dental care for underserved communities. Accept Medicaid, state healthe insurance plans, and all forms of military insurance. Credit options are also available.
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web: mykoolsmiles.com 877-464-5603 |
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
Assistance for paying winter heating and medically necessary summer cooling bills. Financial requirements and application on website.
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web: in.gov/ihcda/2329.htm 317-232-7777 |
Make A Wish Foundation
Offers wish fulfillment to children with life-threatening medical conditions
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web: wish.org 602-279-9474 |
Mediacom
Internet service provider
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web: mediacomcable.com 855-633-4226 |
Miracle Flights
Non-profit providing free flights to children for medical care
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miracleflights.org 702-261-0494 |
National Association for the Dually Diagnosed
Promotes understanding of and services for individuals who have developmental disabilities and mental health needs.
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web: thenadd.org email: info@thenadd.org 845-331-4336 |
Partnership for Prescription Assistance for Indiana
Connects uninsured and financially struggling patients to assistance programs providing free & low-cost prescriptions.
web: in.pparx.org
Pfizer RxPathways
Insurance counseling and access to medicines for free or at a savings.
web: pfizerrxpathways.com/?step=1
Positive Pathways
Helps individuals with disabilities through behavior support services and music therapy. Services are provided in the home.
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postivepathways.net sshankpospath@gmail.com 317-440-4176 |
Self-Advocates of Indiana
Advocacy organization that empowers people with intellectual and developmental disablilities. Local chapters in many counties.
web: arcind.org/self-advocates-of-indiana/our-chapters/sai-chapters
email: lcummings@arcind.org
917-977-2375
The InShape Indiana hotline
provides name os dentists in your county that accept Medicaid
800.433.0746
Verizon
Internet service Provider
Call 1-888-591-6076. www.verizon.com
Puzzle Piece
assistance for tablets and aps
$19 for a tablet
when purchasing the tablet you can also pay $19 a month to receive 10 apps created to support indviduals with autism – no contract and can cancel at any time
Silverts Clothing
Adaptive clothing
800-387-7088 website: www.silverts.com
Sorah Stein, MA,BCBA,CSE Behavior Therapist
Behavior therapist who specializes in working with people with autism
www.teachingparentsteachingkids.info email – sorahstein@sbcglobal.net phone 574.329.6856
Trips, Inc.
provides a chaparone to go with people with special needs on vacation
www.tripsinc.com
Wardrobe Wagon
Adaptive clothing
800-992-2737 website: www.wardrobewagon.com
Autism Support Group
Autism support and referral program
Phone 1.800.609.8449
Powerful Parent’s Groups
Information to help you advocate for your child
www.gotoipmg.com
Social Security Benefits
Information on disability benefits
www.socialsecurity.gov
Community Action Agency
Assistance with winter heating bills for low income families
http://www.in.gov/fssa/families/housing/cap.html
Bally Foundation
Assistance with finding all kinds of resources for your loved one
www.ballyfoundation.org
TheFamilyGateway.net
Online mental health resource
www.thefamilygateway.net
Indata
Provides access and awareness of assistive technology
www.eastersealscrossroads.org
The Great Bike Give Away
Gives a bike
WWW.FRIENDSHIPCIRCLE.ORG/BIKES
If I Need Help
Autism/Runaway Identification System
www.ifineedhelp.org 661.524.6732
AMC Theatres
Movie Theater with sensory friendly movie showings
https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films
Surfside Beach
The 2mile beach and the surrounding area with businesses, restaurants and venues Are trained in the needs of the children on the Autism Spectrum. Lots of planed events. Tons of places have wheelchair access. The beach even has special beach w/c you can rent.
www.surfsidebeach.org/autism-friendly
Orthodynamics
Assistive Technology devices, braces, splints, CPMs, Electrotherapy
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800-497-9107 |
United Cerebral Palsy Assoc of Greater Indiana
Serves individuals who are diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and their families. Provides information and referral, financial assistance with assistive technology, scholarships, and camperships. CP clinics, health promotion and community education
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317-632-3561 or toll free: 800-723-7620 email: info@ucp.org website (national): www.ucp.org |
Autism/Non-verbal communication
https://thetelepathytapes.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3iDY9mnhdy0lLr2OTpKi5y2s_ttuv7HlLjDWlnlmPeHHF-YQXtFnznnHk_aem_aHBWT8ymDLS3hGNl_g5vRA
Do you want someone to talk with? Easterseals Crossroads has therapists and counselors who can help. We specialize in counseling/therapy for teens who want to learn to express their thoughts and feelings in a more helpful way, who have challenges managing their emotions, who might be anxious or depressed or who think therapy could be helpful for them. Our therapists specialize in teens and young adults who are neurodivergent – including those with autism or ADHD – but they can help people with a variety of concerns. We are currently limited to working with teens and young adults who have a qualifying Medicaid insurance plan.
Contact Nicole at nsaunders@eastersealscrossroads.org or call her at 317.466.1000 x2010 to schedule an intake and find out if our services are right for you.
Community Resource Information By County
Adams County
Agape Respite Care
Provides care and support services across the life span for persons with physical and intellectual disabilities to enable them to remain in their chosen community.
Contact: agaperespite.org
260-589-3351
Allen
Allen County First Self-Advocates
Self-Advocacy program. A chapter of Self-Advocates of Indiana.
Jody Barkley 260-482-8587
Anthis Career Center
Students build skills, explore career fields, gain experience
anthis.fwcs.k12.in
Asperger Syndrome Support Group
Support group for high school students and adults with Asperger Syndrome. second Monday of each month from 6p-7:30p at Lutheran Hospital
260-456-4534
Crazy Pinz
Bowling, mini golf, ball tent, arcade, laser tag, archery tag, snack bar. Open year-round
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crazypinz.com 260-490-2695 |
DeBrand Chocolate tours
Handicap accessible tours of the DeBrand chocolate factory.
email: publicrelations@debrand.com
disAbilities Expo
Exhibition of resources, adaptive equipment, and assistance for individuals with disabilities. Includes performances by individuals with disabilities.
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disabilitiesexpoindiana.org email: lgilmore@awsfoundation.org 260-207-5656 |
Festival of Gingerbread
Held at the History Center each year. Features hundreds of gingerbread creations.
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fwhistorycenter.com 260-426-2882 |
Foellinger-Freimann Botanical Conservatory
Lush seasonal displays, four outdoor gardens, tropical garden, Sonoran desert garden, and a cascading waterfall.
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botanicalconservatory.org 260-427-6440 |
Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo
38 acres of animals, rides and beautifully landscaped grounds.
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kidszoo.org email: info@kidzoo.org 260-427-6800 |
Fort Wayne Firefighter’s Museum
Located in a historic engine house. includes artifacts used by some of the earliest firefighters.
226 W. Washington Blvd. 46802
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web: fortwaynefiremuseum.com email: fwfmuseum@netscape.com 260-426-0051 |
Fort Wayne Greek Festival
Festival celebrating Greek cuisine and entertainment including live dancing, music and activities.
www.fortwaynegreekfestival.org
Fort Wayne Museum of Art
View art works from permanent collections and traveling exhibits. Activities include guided tours, workshops, and lectures
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web: fwmoa.org 260-422-6467 |
Germanfest
Weeklong event in June celebrating the German heritage.
email: germanfestfortwayne@gmail.com
Johnny Appleseed Festival
Celebrates the pioneer spirit of John Chapman
web: johnnyappleseedfest.com
Kuehnart Dairy Farm
Sixth generation family farm open for field trips, group tours, and private party events by appointment. Fall Festival every late September.
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web: facebook.com/Kuehnertdairyfarm email: saf982@hotmail.com 260-417-1918 |
L.I.F.E. Adult Day Acadamy
Learning is adapted to individuals unique skills. Emphasis on academic, social and creative skill development. Teacher/Student ratio is 1:4
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web: facebook.com/pages/LIFE-Adult-Day-Academy/146124938805669?sk=info 260.436.5232 |
Numotion
Wheelchairs, scooters, adaptive equipment
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numotion.com 800-500-9150 |
Opportunities For Positive Growth
Behavior Service , Music Therapy, Day program, Supported Living
Phone: 317.813.1780 Website: www.opgrowth.com
Painting Fun Spot
A paint and take fun spot. For children and adults of all ages. Paint plaster, ceramic and canvas.
www.paintingfunspot.com Phone: 260-616-0350 email: mike@paintingfunsport.com website: www.paintingfunspot.com
Parents & Friends of the Developmentally Disabled
Support group
Contact: Carolyn Matczak 260-747-2330
Powerhouse Youth Center
Provides youth positive alternatives to negative behaviors in a drug-free environment surrounded by caring Christian adults.
Offer adult interaction, homework help, games, snacks, special events, pool and various other scheduled activities. See website for details: www.powerhouseyouthcenters.com
Red Cedar Center
Year Round camp program / residential and day camps
Ages 6-adult. Therapeutic horseback riding, music therapy, arts and crafts, nature lore and other camp activities. Scholarships available. Contact: 260-637-3608
Science Central
Hands on Science Museum
www.sciencecentral.com 260-424-2400
Stop Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN)
Works to eliminate abuse and neglect of children through family services, education and community partnerships.
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scaninc.org jneher@scaninc.org 260-421-5000 |
Summit Equestrian Center
Therapeutic Horseback Riding
260-619-2700 email: info@summitequestrian.org website: www.summitequestrian.org
Tachcumwah Sports and Recreation
Baseball, Softball, Beep Baseball for visually impaired or blind, indoor Wheelchair Soccer, tennis, goal ball
260-432-7170 website: www.awsusa.com/tahcumwah._intro.html
Taylor’s Dream
Boundless Playground. Wheelchair accessible. Play area and water park.
park for children with & without disabilities. www.taylorsdream.com
The History Center
Museum dedicated to the history and artifacts of the areas
www.fwhistorycenter.com 260-426-2882
Theraputic Mobility Service
Provide driving and community mobility services
Phone 260.417.8399. http://therapeuticmobility.net/about.html
Three Rivers Festival
Festival in mid July. Music, art, carnival rides, various competitive events, parade, games, fireworks, and food
www.visitfortwayen.com/event/three-rivers-festival-1
Turnstone Center
Parent support group
Contact: Karen Tyner 260-483-2100 or email: karent@turnstone.org
Volunteer Guardian Services
Information/resources for guardianship for low-income disadvantaged residents
Contact: 260-407-0917
The Change Makers
Self-Advocacy program
Contact: Sharon Anderson 260-602-8818
Ace Medical Supply
Diabetic Shoes and Supplies, Medicare/Medicaid Provider
Phone: 260.483.3516 Toll free 877.223.3676 http://acemedicalsupplyinc.net/
Hearcare Connection
Provides Hearing healthcare to low income families on a reduced fee, sliding scale basis
Phone: 260.602.3276 www.hearcareconnection.org
Sky Zone
Skyzone in Ft. Wayne on the 2nd Monday of the month from 5-7pm is open only for people with disabilities to use, and staff get a free ticket.
401 Fernhill Ave
Fort Wayne, IN 46805
http://www.skyzone.com/fortwayne 260-483-5867
North Side Pool
Free Swim Days
Phone 427-6705
D. Steven B. Lee, DDS
Dentist who works well with special needs patients.
1320 Medical Park Dr. Fort Wayne
Phone – 260-471-1222
Boone
Cass
Camelot Care Center
Licensed skilled comprehensive care nursing home for children and young adults, offering respite services and long term placements.
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camelot-care.com 574-753-0404 |
Self-Advocates of Cass County
Self-Advocacy program
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Contact: David Weber 574-753-4104 ext. 205 |
Clinton
DeKalb
Children First Center
Services & support for children who have been abused, parents interested in improving their parenting skills, families with newborns, domestic violence victims and families in crisis.
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childrenfirstcenter.org email: officemanager@childrenfirstcenter.org 260-925-3865 |
DeKalb County 4-H Fair
Annual fall 4H fair. Pageant, parade midway, rides, merchants
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dekalbcountyfair.org 260-417-1945 |
Delaware
Elkhart
Amish Acres
Restaurant, live theater, tours of house and farm. Annual arts and crafts festival first weekend of August.
Apple Festival
Entertainment, performers, food, commercial and craft vendors. Held annually in September
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nappaneefestival.org email: lora@nappaneeapplefestival.org 574-773-7812 |
Autism Group of Goshen
BOSS Day Camp – Building Opportunities through Service & Skills
Structured activities that promote social, vocational and life-skill learning as well as relaxation and fun for youth on the Autism Spectrum ages 12-16. Must be able to communicate verbally. Two one-week sections during summer.
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email: cindy@autismgoshen.org Cindy Warner 574-370-3124 |
Faith Mission Of Elkhart
Interdenominational agency providing food, shelter, clothing and other services for needy individuals
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thefaithmission.org phone: 574.293.3406 |
Family Christian Developmental Center
Food pantry, housing, utility medical and other assistance, baby check, clothing closet
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fcdcin.org email: fcdc@fcdcin.ort 574-773-2149 |
First Friday
Entertainment, Performers, Food Vendors, Themed Events, Dining, Shopping
cityonthego.org/first-fridays/2014-june/promotions
Hall of Heroes Comic and Superhero Museum
World’s largest collection of comic books, super hero memorabilia, original art and props.
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web: hallofheroesmuseum.com email: stewartreality@egixmail.com 574-522-1187 |
Hoosier Taekwondo
Free ‘trial’ classes and fun family activities that are open to the public
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web: hoosier taekwondo.com email: info@hoosiertaekwondo.com 574-825-4231 |
Hope House
Respite Services. Providing a safe home-away-from-home with respect and high quality care.
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web: http://mdcgoldenrod.org/programs email: info@goldenrod.org 574-533-9720 |
LaCasa, Inc
Financial counseling, affordable housing, homeownership prep, home repair through Help-a-House program
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web: lacasainc.net 574-533-4450 |
Loveway
Therapeutic Horseback Riding
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web: lovewayinc.org email: info@lovewayinc.org 574-825-5666 |
National New York Central Railroad Museum
The most significant collection of New York Central artifacts in the world.
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Wheelchair accessible. Phone: 574-294-3001 email: info@nycrmuseum.org; website: www.nycrrmuseum.org |
Open Door
Food bank and limited utility assistance
Hours: M-F 9:00am-11:00 AM Phone: 574-773-3820
Power for Independence
group of self advocates
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Contact: Rebecca Curtis 574-295-3167 |
Project Promise
A program designed to meet the spiritual and social needs of adults with disabilities. Meets 2 times a month for worship and crafts. Hosts various other activities through out the year
574-533-9720 email: info@goldenrodonline.com website: www.mdcgoldenrod.org
Salvation Army
Thrift Stores, Adult rehabilitation, disaster Services, and utility assistance
300 N. Main St., Elkhart
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574-970-0088 |
Salvation Army
Thrift Store
1657 Cassopolis St., Elkhart
574-262-9292
Salvation Army
Thrift Stores, Adult rehabilitation, disaster Services, and utility assistance
1013 N. Main St., Goshen
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574-533-9584 |
Starcraft Mobility
Vehicle modifications
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800-327-2703 |
Supporting Parents and Children Equally Educational Services Center
Support group
Contact: 574-266-6003
The Voice
For parents of students in special education
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Meets at the Elkhart Co. YMCA. Contact: Viv Blakesley blakesleev@adecinc.com |
United Methodist Church Thrift Shop
Clothing, books, toys, household items
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301 E. Market St., Nappanee 46550 Phone: 574-773-2985 |
Wellfield Botanic Gardens
36 acres of ponds and woodlands with 24 individual gardens and event spaces. Minutes from the downtown river walk and restaurants. Features winding stone paths, charming pump houses and whimsical structures.
1011 N. Main St., Elkhart 46515
574-266-2006 alternate phone: 574-596-6260 website: www.wellfieldgardens.org
Wheelchair Help
Contact: Joe Lidy
Free loaner wheelchairs for up to 3 months. Wheelchair subsidies of 50%-75%. Budget assistance with wheelchair purchases
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JoeLidy@wheelchairhelp.org. 574-295-2230 or 888-695-2230. Website: wheelchairhelp.org |
Young Adult Social Group
Monthly social group for young adults age 16-24 who are on the autism spectrum and would like to meet others and mentors
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Contact: Viv Blakesley blakesleev@adecinc.com |
Through Our Eyes, Inc.
Ensures that physical, occupational, and speech therapies are available to all children with physical and cognitive challenges are available. Purpose is to create a support system for children and their families seeking therapy services, assistance in daily caregiving, and the children’s perception of their circumstances.
Contacts: Val Chupp: 574-238-2111 vchupp@toe-in-org. Or: Joe Canter 574-354-0389 paulcanter76@yahoo.com
Shoots Game Club
a group for social activities for those on the Autism Spectrum
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Contact Viv Blakelee at: (574) 294-6197 on the web at www. Autismgoshen.org |
Asperger/Autism Parent Group
Support group for parent of children with Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome
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Christine Guth, christine@adnetonline.org |
Young Adult Social Group
Social group for young adults age 16-24 who are on the Autism Spectrum
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Viv Blakeslee, blakesleev@adecinc.com |
Down Syndrome Support Group
Support group for parents of children with Down’s Syndrome
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Phone: 574.534.5113 |
Fulton
Camp-We-Can
Day camp opportunity for children (K-HS completion) who have special needs. Activities are provided for caregivers as well. Once per year in July
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camp-we-can.com 574-835-2689 |
Kewanna Fall Festival
Food, Crafts, Booths, Flea Market
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web: rochestertourism.org/events/11-09-23_kewanna_fall_festival.htm 574-653-2055 |
Round Barn Festival
Festival and tour of round barns in Fulton Co.
Trail of Courage
Exhibits demonstrating frontier life, Pioneer foods, war re-enactment
email: fchs@rtcol.com
Grant
Hamilton
Special Olympics
Year round training for people with disabilities
http://www.specialolympicshamiltoncounty.org
Hamilton County 4-H Fair
4-H Animal Fair with informational booths and vendors. No rides at this fair.
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call 317-776-0854 or www.hamiltoncofairgrounds.com |
Minds in Motion
A unique approach to learning that accelerates a childs potential for academic, athletic and social success. Stimulates visual & auditory processing and increases motor skills.
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web: mimlearning.com email: carmel@mimlearning.com 317-571-8752 |
Orthodynamics
Assistive Technology devices, braces, splints, CPMs, Electrotherapy
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800-497-9107 |
Hendricks
Howard
Autism Resource Center of Kokomo
Special kids’ support group meetings, teen group, guest speakers, Camp Hope, lending library.
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Angela Paul 765-455-4213 |
Howard County Self-Advocates
Self-Advocacy program
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web: arcind.org/self-advocates-of-indiana/about-sai/ 765-454-5344 |
Special Kids
Support group
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Contact: Alicia Hills Wessendorf phone: 765-454-9748 email: Alicia@aboutspecialkids.org |
Engaging Minds
Appied Behavior Analysis for people with Autism
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http://www.engagingmindsservices.com Phone: 765.461.1245 |
Huntington
Kosciusko
Dentist: Dr. David Mayden
(574) 207-4412
205 E Lynwood Dr Syracuse IN
Through Our Eyes, Inc.
Ensures that physical, occupational, and speech therapies are available to all children with physical and cognitive challenges are available. Purpose is to create a support system for children and their families seeking therapy services, assistance in daily caregiving, and the children’s perception of their circumstances.
Contacts: Val Chupp: 574-238-2111 vchupp@toe-in-org. Or: Joe Canter 574-354-0389 paulcanter76@yahoo.com
Lagrange
Through Our Eyes, Inc.
Ensures that physical, occupational, and speech therapies are available to all children with physical and cognitive challenges are available. Purpose is to create a support system for children and their families seeking therapy services, assistance in daily caregiving, and the children’s perception of their circumstances.
Contacts: Val Chupp: 574-238-2111 vchupp@toe-in-org. Or: Joe Canter 574-354-0389 paulcanter76@yahoo.com
LaPorte
Madison
Marion
Hinkle Fieldhouse Annual Basketball camp for kids with disabilities
http://www.coachholtbasketballcamps.com/2nd-8th-grade-camps.cfm
Marshall
Through Our Eyes, Inc.
Ensures that physical, occupational, and speech therapies are available to all children with physical and cognitive challenges are available. Purpose is to create a support system for children and their families seeking therapy services, assistance in daily caregiving, and the children’s perception of their circumstances.
Contacts: Val Chupp: 574-238-2111 vchupp@toe-in-org. Or: Joe Canter 574-354-0389 paulcanter76@yahoo.com
Miami
Noble
Porter
Pulaski
Saint Joseph
A Place To Be Me
Children’s Dispensary is a unique organization that meets our communities’ need for positive social, educational and recreational activities for children with developmental disabilities. “A Place To Be Me” programming is offered through Children’s Dispensary year round after school on weekends and during summer.
http://childrensdispensary.org/
Through Our Eyes, Inc.
Ensures that physical, occupational, and speech therapies are available to all children with physical and cognitive challenges are available. Purpose is to create a support system for children and their families seeking therapy services, assistance in daily caregiving, and the children’s perception of their circumstances.
Contacts: Val Chupp: 574-238-2111 vchupp@toe-in-org. Or: Joe Canter 574-354-0389 paulcanter76@yahoo.com
Starke
Steuben
Tipton
Wabash
Wells
Whitley
Aging Support Groups
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Caregivers
AlzConnected is an online social media network for anyone impacted by Alzheimer’s disease. It allows caregivers to connect online with others in similar situations around-the-clock.
https://www.alzconnected.org/
Alzheimer’s Navigator encourages caregivers to complete an assessment. It uses their results to create a personalized action plan for them to use with their aging loved one. This free database created by the Alzheimer’s Association educates adults on items that range from financial planning to legal preparation, daily living and dementia symptoms.
https://www.alzheimersnavigator.org/
myALZteam is an online support group for families and friends who are caring for a loved one with dementia. The platform connects adults with similar experiences and encourages participants to share stories and tips for fellow caregivers.
https://www.myalzteam.com/
Caring.com provides loved ones with free blog posts, statistics and tips to help take care of a senior. It also has a page dedicated to finding an online support group based on your particular needs. Caring’s online support group options include caring at home, assisted living, cancer, multiple sclerosis, senior health and end of life. All of the support groups listed are free for caregivers.
https://www.caring.com/
Family caregiver alliance
Lists a variety of resources and support groups for aging individuals, caregivers, and individuals with intellectual disabilities.
https://www.caregiver.org/taxonomy/term/73
Family Caregivers Circle of Support
Family Caregivers Circle of Support Group- This FREE monthly group offers support, dialogue, connections with local resources, as well as educational opportunities around caregiving and self-care. The focus is on caring for parents with Alzheimer’s or other related dementia and learning how to cope with the depression, anxiety, and stress that is usually experienced. Please call 317.543.9769 or email, alindsay@agapeempowermentsite.com for more information and to register.
Aging Individuals
Catholic Charities of Indianapolis
Two programs are listed for senior citizens to become involved in their community – volunteer work and through a companionship program
https://www.archindy.org/cc/indianapolis/programs-seniors.html
CICOA: Central Indiana Council On Aging CICOA provides information, advocacy and support services for older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers. Their aim of this private, not-for-profit agency is to help seniors and disabled persons of any age remain comfortably and safely at home and out of institutional care. CICOA serves the Central Indiana counties of Marion, Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Shelby, Johnson, Morgan and Hendricks. Website: www.cicoa.org Phone: 317.254.3660
United Senior Action United Senior Action is an Indiana-based senior advocacy organization that addresses policy-based issues such as long-term care, nursing home quality, fair utility rates, and prevention of elder abuse. Website: www.usaindiana.org Phone: 317.634.0872
PrimeLife Enrichment PrimeLife Enrichment Inc. is a private, not-for-profit charitable organization that provides services and programs promoting independence, wellness and socialization for those age 50 and beyond in Hamilton County. Website: www.primelifeenrichment.org Phone: 317.815.7000
CAFE Senior Partner Place
Hours of operation: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday
Partner Place, a senior adult program, offers a wide variety of daily activities, typically consisting of morning social hour, a nutritional lunch program offered by Central Indiana Council on Aging (CICOA), and an afternoon activity or trip.
Partner Place offers a place for seniors to meet other individuals and establish important relationships, as well as provides physical and health benefits. Community Centers of Indianapolis established a Wellness Program whereby once a month the senior’s vitals are monitored and health screenings are completed.
If you are interested in Partner Place Senior Center for you or for someone you know, please call for further information. A calendar of events and other information can be mailed to you. Also, if you are interested in volunteering opportunities or donations, please call Caryn Smola at (317) 890-3288 Ext 132 or csmola@cafeindy.org.
Movies That Have a Connection With Disabilities
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50 First Dates
50 To 1
A Beautiful Mind
Absolute Wilson
American Sniper
Arts: A Film About Possibilities
At First Sight
Augustin 1995
Bandits 1986
Bartholomew’s Gift
Benny & Joon
Best Boy/Best Man
Beyond Silence
Beyond The Chair
Born On The 4th Of July
Boys Next Door
Boy Who Could Fly, The
Broadway Danny Rose 1984
Brooke Ellison
Bubble Boy
Cake
Children Of A Lesser God
Chuck Close
Coming Home
Cowboys, The 1972
David’s Mother
Dead Again 1991
Deaf Smith And Johnny Ears
Die Hard With A Vengeance 1995
Digging To China
Dominick And Eugene
Door To Door
Do The Right Thing 1989
Dust Factory, The
Edward Scissorhands
Eighth Day, The
Emmanuel’s Gift
Enigma Of Kaspar Hauser, The
Enjo 1958
F**K The Disabled Please
Family Thing A 1996
First-Time Felon 1997
First Do No Harm
Fish Called Wanda, A 1988
Flirting 1991
Forrest Gump
Four Weddings & A Funeral
Frances
Frankie Starlight
Frida
Front Of The Class
Fundamentals Of Caring
Gattaca
Girl, Interrupted
Girl Shy 1924
Glory 1989
God’s Ears
Good Luck
Harlem Nights 1989
Heart Of The Dragon
He Who Must Die 1957
Hoodlum 1997
Horse Whisperer
House Of D
How To Kill Your Neighbor’s Dog
I Am Sam
I Can’t Do This But I Can Do That
Ice Castles
If You Could See What I Hear
In The Land Of The Deaf
Into The Woods
Iris
It’s A Wonderful Life
I’ll Find A Way
Johnny Belinda
Johnny Rocco 1958
Johns 1996
Kid Brother, The
King’s Speech, The
Life Goes On (Tv Series)
Life Of Brian 1979
Little People Of America, The
Lorenzo’s Oil
Loretta Claiborne Story, The
Lost Prince, The
Love! Valour! Compassion! 1997
Love Affair
Love Story
Magnificent Obsession
Maltese Falcon, The 1941
Man Who Shot Liberty Valence, The 1962
Mask
Matchstick Men
Me, Myself And Irene
Meet Wally Sparks 1997
Men, The
Men Of Honor
Mercury
Mighty, The
Miracle Woman, The
Miracle Worker, The
Molly
Monkey Shines
Moonstruck
Moulin Rouge!
Mozart And The Whale
Mr Jealousy 1997
Murderball
Music of Science, The
Music Within
My Cousin Vinny 1992
My Flesh And Blood
My Left Foot
My Life
My Louisiana Sky
My Sister’s Keeper
Neil
Nell
New Jack City 1991
Nobody’s Perfect
Of Mice And Men
One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest 1977
On The Way To School
Oscar 1991
Other Side Of The Mountain, The
Other Sister, The
Paulie 1998
Philadelphia
Pride Of The Yankees
Pumpkin
Quid Pro Quo
Radio
Rain Man
Ray
Ready, Willing And Able
Rear Window
Regarding Henry
Regeneration 1997
Replacements, The
Return To Me
Right Stuff, The 1983
Road Within, The
Romy And Michelle’s High School Reunion 1997
Rory O’shea
Rust And Bone
Scent Of A Woman
See What I’m Saying
Sessions, The
Shaft 1971
Shawshank Redemption, The 1994
Shine
Simon Birch
Sixth Sense, The 1999
Smilla’s Feeling For Snow 1997
Smokey And The Bandit Ii 1980
Snow Cake
Sound And Fury
Spiral Staircase, The
Stalag 17 1953
Steel Magnolias
Still Alice
Story Of Luke, The
Suspect
Swing Kids
Sympathy For Delicious
Talk To Me 1982
Temple Grandin
There’s Something About Mary
Thin Line Between Love And Hate, A 1996
Three Faces Of Eve, The
Tic Code, The
Tim
Tin Pan Alley 1940
Tiptoes
Training Day
Tumbleweed Trail The 1946
Two Kourney Lemels 1966
Tyson’s Run
Unbreakable
Unforgotten
United States Of Autism, The
Universal Signs
Untouchables, The
Vera Drake
Violent Men, The
Wait Until Dark
Warm Springs
Waterdance, The
What’s Eating Gilbert Grape
Where Hope Grows
Who Are The Debolts?
Wild, Wild West
Wilma
Work!
X-Men
Yarn Princess
You’re Not You
Zerkalo 1974
‘Night Mother