Links

Other 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.
* Mosaic Down Syndrome Association - Designed to assist any family or individual who's life has been affected by mosaic Down syndrome.
* The Arc of Oakland County - Advocates for the rights and full participation of all children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
* Global Connection - Support group for Asian parents of children with Down Syndrome.

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.

Horse Therapy

* Therapeutic Equestrian Centers - A listing of localt therapeutic equestrian centers.
* Pretty Pony Pastures - Learn the joy of horseback riding. Providing safe, enjoyable riding lessons for persons of all abilities.
* Lifehorse - Helps families raising a child or children with special needs learn fun, creative, and healthy ways to play together.
* O.A.T.S. - Promotes the health, well-being and happiness of handicapped individuals through horseback riding and related activities.

Therapies & Programs

* The Abilities Center - Provides occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech and language services in Walled Lake Michigan.
* 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.
* 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.
* 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.
* Optiminds - Offers customized, individualized cognitive training.
* Sensory Systems Clinic - Children's Occupational Therapy Specialists

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.
* 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.

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.