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ABC Education Advocacy Step-by-Step Parent Advocacy and Resources for Families of Children with Special Needs in Pennsylvania's Public Schools http://www.abcadvocacy.net/index.htm
ABOARD (Advisory Board on To maximize the potential and possibilities of children, adolescents and Autism and Related Disorders adults with autism in Pennsylvania. Through Education, Family Support and Advocacy, ABOARD is committed to maximizing the potential and possibilities of children, adolescents and adults with autism. www.aboard.com
ARC A support network for parents of children with special needs. Call 800.692.7528 for the ARC nearest you or access through www.thearcpa.org
Autism Info the site is an informational site dedicated to providing current and useful information on autism, and does not raise money or revenues from advertising. It was developed by a family with a child with autism. www.autisminfo.com/aboutus.htm
Autism Living and Working Secure services and supports necessary to sustain the participation of adults with autism in the normal round of adult life. Call 610-935-9499 or write: 11 S. Forge Manor Drive, Scenicsville, PA 19460-2701 www.autismlivingworking.org/
Autism National Committee This is the only autism advocacy organization dedicated to "Social (AUTCOM) Justice for All Citizens with Autism" through a shared vision and a commitment to positive approaches. The organization was founded in 1990 to protect and advance the human rights and civil rights of all persons with autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, and related differences of communication and behavior. P.O. Box 429, Forest Knolls, CA 94933 www.autcom.org/index.html
Autism Network for Dietary Providing Help and Support For Families Using a Gluten and Casein Intervention (ANDI) Free Diet in the Treatment of Autism and Related Developmental Disabilities. www.autismndi.com/
AutismOne Autism One is a nonprofit organization started by a small group of parents of children with autism to address three areas: education, advocacy, and fundraising. Home of the AutismOne Radio autismone.org/topside.cfm?page=2
Autism Research Institute (ARI) A non-profit organizations devoted to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research, on the triggers of autism and on methods of diagnosing and treating autism. They provide research- based information to parents and professionals around the world. Home of the DEFEAT AUTISM NOW 1-866-366-3361 http://autism.com/beta.htm
Autism Society of America (ASA) Provides advocacy, public awareness, education and research related to autism. 800.3autism for ASA chapter nearest you. www.autism-society.org
Autism Speaks Dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism: to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society. Autism Speaks aims to bring the autism community together as one strong voice to urge the government and private sector to listen to our concerns and take action to address this urgent global health crisis. www.autismspeaks.org
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Autism Support & Advocacy in PA Provides information to and support for individuals with autism and their (ASAP) families from the perspectives of inclusion, self-determination and social justice. ASAP publishes a newsletter called "On Task" that includes news regarding autism, legislative reports, and a book review. The newsletter is free to ASAP members. (724) 224-3507 www.uclid.org:8080/uclid/public/uclid-service- details.tdf?ServiceRequestStatusCode=3&ServiceID=545
Autism Treatment Center of Worldwide teaching center for The Son-Rise Program , a unique America treatment for children and adults challenged by Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), Asperger's Syndrome , and other developmental difficulties. www.autismtreatmentcenter.org/index.php
Biomedical Interventions Scientists and physicians with special expertise in autism research and (DAN) Defeat Autism Now treatment. www.autismtreatmentcenter.org/index.php
Bureau of Autism Services for PA Secretary of the Department of Public Welfare for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, established the Autism Taskforce in the summer of 2003 to develop recommendations that will improve the organization, financing and delivery of services and treatment. www.autisminpa.org
CASANA - The Childhood Apraxia to strengthen the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia, of Speech Association of North so that each child has their best opportunity to develop speech. www.apraxia-kids.org/
Connect Early Intervention Committed to improving outcomes for children and families through Services training, technical assistance, program evaluation, research and resource development. www.center-school.org/
Council for Exceptional Children Largest international professional organization dedicated to improving Lebanon Valley College educational outcomes for individuals with exceptionalities, students PA, CEC with disabilities, and/or the gifted. 101 North college Avenue, Annville, PA 17003 717-867-6389 www.cec.sped.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=About_CEC
Developmental Delay Resources A nonprofit organization dedicated to meeting the needs of those (DDR) working with children who have developmental delays in sensory motor, language, social, and emotional areas. DDR publicizes research into determining identifiable factors that would put a child at risk and maintains a registry, tracking possible trends. DDR also provides a network for parents and professionals and current information after the diagnosis to support children with special needs. 801 Beacon St. Pittsburgh, PA 15217 800-497-0944 www.devdelay.org/
Disability Law Project of Is a nonprofit Pennsylvania law firm that provides free legal assistance Pennsylvania (DLP) to people with disabilities, their families, and their organizations. DLP's main purpose is to advocate for the civil rights of persons with mental and physical disabilities, especially their right to live as integral parts of their communities. DLP works to ensure that people with disabilities have equal and unhindered access to employment, transportation, public accommodations, and government services; to enforce their rights to vocational, habilitative, post-secondary educational, health, and other services; and to protect them from abuse and neglect.
1901 Law & Finance Building, 429 Fourth Avenue, Pittsburgh PA 15219 412-391-5225 www.uclid.org:8080/uclid/public/uclid-service- details.tdf?ServiceRequestStatusCode=3&ServiceID=69
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Disability Rights Network of Is a statewide, non–profit corporation designated as the Pennsylvania (DRN) federally–mandated organization to advance and protect the civil rights of all adults and children with disabilities. DRN works with people with disabilities and their families to ensure their rights to live in their communities with the services they need, to receive a full and inclusive education, to live free of discrimination, abuse and neglect, and to have control and self–determination over their services. (800) 692-7443 or (717) 236-8110. www.drnpa.org/
Education Law Center Provides help with educational questions and publications. Pittsburgh 412.391.5225 or Philadelphia 215.238.6970 www.elc-pa.org/
Fighting Autism Fostering scientific research to understand the underlying biological conditions of autism spectrum disorders. www.fightingautism.org
Generation Rescue An international movement of parent-volunteers helping more than 10,000 children begin biomedical treatment. www.generationrescue.org/index.html
Governor's Commission for The purpose of this site is to provide helpful information, website links, Children and Families and resource networks for families on accessing health and human services, advocacy resources, and parent guides www.pachildren.state.pa.us/ccf/site/default.asp
Great Plains Laboratory.com The Great Plains Laboratory helps children and adults with conditions such as autism & PDD, ADD/ADHD, Down's Syndrome with autistic-like symptoms, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, MS or MS-like symptoms, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Brain Fog, Depression, Psychosis, GI disorders, and many other diseases and conditions offering testing services. www.greatplainslaboratory.com/home.htm
Institute on Disabilities The mission of the Institute on Disabilities is that, in partnership with people with disabilities, families and allies from diverse cultures, we work to change systems so that people can live, learn, work and play in the communities of their choice. The Institute on Disabilities is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in their pursuit of interdependence, contribution, and inclusion. This mission is accomplished through training, technical assistance, services and supports, research, dissemination, and advocacy. Philadelphia, PA 215-204-1356 http://disabilities.temple.edu/
MHAPA Children's News The Mental Health Association in Pennsylvania (MHAPA) is working for every child's mental health through collaboration with state and local government, advocacy organizations and the National Mental Health Association to improve the children's system of care. MHAPA goal is to provide information on children's mental health issues in Pennsylvania — advocacy efforts, events, policy, etc. We rely on our members and site visitors to provide updated information. www.pachildrensnews.org/
More Advanced Individuals with Is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and advice Autism, Asperger's, & PDD MAAP to families of More advanced individuals with Autism, Asperger's syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). www.maapservices.org
National Autism Association Is to educate and empower families affected by autism and other neurological disorders, while advocating on behalf of those who cannot fight for their own rights. www.nationalautismassociation.org/index.php
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National Institute of Children The NICHD was initially established to investigate the broad aspects of Health & Human Development human development as a means of understanding developmental (NICHD) disabilities, including mental retardation, and the events that occur during pregnancy. Today, the Institute conducts and supports research on all stages of human development, from preconception to adulthood, to better understand the health of children, adults, families, and communities. Lots of information, focused on current research concerning autism www.nichd.nih.gov/autism/
NICHCY National Dissemination We serve the nation as a central source of information on: disabilities in Center for Children infants, toddlers, children, and youth, IDEA, which is the law authorizing special education, No Child Left Behind (as it relates to children with disabilities), and research-based information on effective educational practices. PO Box 1492, Washington, DC 20013 1-800-695-0285 or 202-884-8200 www.nichcy.org/
National Institute of Mental Health Reducing the burden of mental illness and behavioral disorders through (NIMH) research on mind, brain, and behavior 1-866-615-6464 or 301-443-5413 www.nimh.nih.gov/healthinformation/autismmenu.cfm
O.A.S.I.S. Online Asperger's Syndrome Info & Support www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/
PA Virtual Charter School PAVCS adheres to the federal and state law by providing a free public school education for all of their students through systematic screening of children with learning differences, multidisciplinary evaluations, special education programs and related services as identified in an indiv. education plan (IEP)/504 Service Plan. 1-866-728-2751 or www.pavcs.org www.udel.edu/bkirby/asperger/
Parent Education Network Provides advocacy help, training and publications to Pennsylvania PEN parents of special needs children. 800.522.5827 www.parentednet.org
Parent Involved Network of Is an organization that assists parents or caregivers of children and Pennsylvania (PIN) adolescents with emotional and behavioral disorders. PIN provides information, helps parents find services and will advocate on their behalf with any of the public systems that serve children. These include the mental health system, education, and other state and local child- serving agencies. www.pinofpa.org
Parent to Parent/The Special Linking families of children and adults with disabilities and special needs. Kids Network of PA 6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600, Harrisburg, PA 17112-2764 717-540-4722 www.parenttoparent.org/
Pennsylvania Associates of Is a collaboration of the 29 intermediate units of Pennsylvania. Intermediate Units (PAIU) Established in 1971 by the Pennsylvania General Assembly, intermediate units operate as regional educational service agencies providing programs to Pennsylvania's 501 public school districts and over 2,400 non-public and private schools. Intermediate units serve as liaison agencies between the school districts and the Pennsylvania Department of Education. In addition, by law, each IU needs to have a Local Task Force composed of parents & professional available to help with problems as a consumer in the educational system. Call your Intermediate Unit for the Chairperson, location and meeting schedule.
www.paiu.org/Site/IUMap.aspx
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Pennsylvania Association The principal purpose of the Association shall be to advance the Council for Exceptional Children education and welfare of children and youth with exceptionalities. http://www.pacec-sped.org/
Pennsylvania Department of The mission of the Pennsylvania Department of Education is to lead Education and serve the educational community to enable each individual to grow into an inspired, productive, fulfilled lifelong learner. Produce BEC which is the Basic Education Circulars on PA Special Education Law written so parents can understand. 717.783.6913 333 Market St. Harrisburg, PA 17126 www.pde.state.pa.us
Pennsylvania - DPW - Medical Medical Assistance has the broadest coverage of medical and mental Assistance for Children with health service for persons under 21 of any insurance plan. It covers Disabilities services really covered by employer provided insurance such as mental health wraparound services, shift nursing (8 hours or more per day), in- home personal care services, diapers, nutritional supplements, prescriptions and transportation to and from medical appointments. It also coves services, like in-home personal care services, diapers, nutritional supplements, prescriptions and transportation to and from medical appointments. www.dpw.state.pa.us/OMAP/
The Pennsylvania Elk Mission statement: “To support and promote the independence of Home Service Program individuals with developmental disabilities, by providing advocacy services in their home environment” Home Service Standings and The Home Service Nurses 814-781-7860 www.paelks.com
Pennsylvania Families Inc. A statewide family network that supports groups, advocates, parent Statewide Family Network mentors and organizations that assist families who are raising children with emotional or behavioral disorders. They provide lists of supports for parents and providers available in county/region/state for parents who have children with behavioral as well as special needs issues.
431 Dever Hollow Road, Templeton, PA 16259 1-800-947-4941 www.pafamiliesinc.com/about.cfm
PaHealthInfo.org A source for finding trusted health information on the web. Part of the website provides information and resources available concerning autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disorders and delays. http://pahealthinfo.org/autism/autism_home.cfm
Pennsylvania Health Law Project PHLP is a nationally recognized expert and consultant on access to (PHLP) health care for low-income consumers, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. For more than two decades, PHLP has engaged in direct advocacy on behalf of individual consumers while working on the kinds of health policy changes that promise the most to the Pennsylvanians in greatest need www.phlp.org/Website/whowearenew.asp Pennsylvania Office of Dispute The organization that coordinates the special education mediation and due process hearing systems on behalf of the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. 1-800-222-3353, 1-800-992-4334; TTY 1-800-654-5984 odr.pattan.net/
Pennsylvania Training & Provides trainings on issues and videos related to autism and Technical Assistance Network other disabilities to school districts and preschools. Sponsored PATTAN by the Department of Education. Western 800.446.5607 Eastern 800.441.3215 Central 800.360.7282 www.pattan.k12.pa.us/
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SAMHSA Substance Abuse and T he Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Mental Health Services (SAMHSA) has established a clear vision for its work -- a life in the Administration community for everyone. To realize this vision, the Agency has sharply focused its mission on building resilience and facilitating recovery for people with or at risk for mental or substance use disorders. SAMHSA is gearing all of its resources -- programs, policies and grants -- toward that outcome. 240-276-1310 www.samhsa.gov/index.aspx
Sensory Processing Disorder The Sensory Processing Disorder Network (SPD Network) is a project Foundation of the KID Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in Littleton, Colorado. There vision is to help an international community of families and colleagues improve the quality of life for children, adolescents, and adults with Sensory Processing Disorder. Our mission is to post quality resources for individuals with SPD problems and for the family members, friends, therapists, physicians, teachers, and researchers who care about and work with them.
303-794-1182 http://www.spdnetwork.org/about/index.html
Social Security Income To learn more about applying for Supplemental Security Income, which may be available even to those whose household income is more than $40,000 a year, 800-772-1213 www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income/
Speaking for Ourselves (SFO) Was established in 1982 by and for people with developmental disabilities. The agency provides and organizes leadership development and self-advocacy skills and awareness. SFO members, known as self- advocates, re found across the state. As members take on leadership roles, they teach the public about the needs, wishes, and potential of people with disabilities. One of their most important functions is to represent people with disabilities on state and national policy committees. 610-825-4592 www.speaking.org/index.html
Special Education in PA Consult A service of the Office for Dispute Resolution offers help for families Line and advocates of children with special needs about: Special Education Regulations, School Related Concerns and Procedural Safeguards. 1-800-879-2301 www.pde.state.pa.us/special_edu/cwp/view.asp?A=177&Q=61680
Special Kids Network (SKN) Is a toll-free helpline for Pennsylvania's children with special health care needs and their families. SKN is available Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 8:00pm, and Saturday from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Call: 1-800- 986-4550, TTY 1-877-232-7640 for more information. 800.986.4550 www.dsf.health.state.pa.us/health/cwp/browse.asp?a=179&bc=0&c=35 825
STARFISH Advocacy Association STARFISH Advocacy Association (SAA) makes a difference in the lives of children with neurological disorders and their families one child at a time by creating opportunities for joy through learning and sharing information, resources and support within the community. Online classes in educational advocacy and education consultations. 216-283-2377 www.starfishadvocacy.org/
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TEACCH Treatment & Education of TEACCH includes a focus on the person with autism and the Autistic & Related development of a program around this person's skills, interests, and Communication-handicapped needs. The major priorities include centering on the individual, Children understanding autism, adopting appropriate adaptations, and a broadly- based intervention strategy building on existing skills and interests.
Fax us at: (919) 966-4127 Call us at: (919) 966-2174 www.teacch.com
Tri Medical Rehab Supplies Anybody in the states of Pennsylvania and Ohio that is enrolled with Medicaid or a Medicaid HMO and has a medical need for incontinence supplies is covered. However, each health plan has their own limitations as to what they will cover based on need. It is important to note that coverage doesn't necessarily mean Tri Medical Rehab Supply will be able to become your supplier. Child must be at least 3 years of age. 1-800-541-0734 www.trimedonline.com/map/
Wrightslaw Wrightslaw provides accurate, reliable information about special education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities. It has thousands of articles, cases and free resources on a wide variety of topics. 1-800-541-0734 www.wrightslaw.com
WrongPlanet.net The online resource and community for those with Asperger's Syndrome www.wrongplanet.net/ www.Autism.tv An Internet portal for websites containing videos & audio files on Autism. www.up-to-date.com/autism.tv/index.html
Yale Developmental Disabilities The Autism Program at Yale is an interdisciplinary group of clinicians Clinic and scholars dedicated to providing comprehensive clinical services to children with autism spectrum disorders and their families. This is also one of the leading research centers in the world and recently recognized as a National Institutes of Health AUTISM CENTER OF EXCELLENCE. Our program involves infants, toddlers, pre-school, and school-age children, as well as young adults (18-21 years) with autism and related disorders and integrates highly experienced professionals from the fields of clinical psychology, neuropsychology and neuroimaging, child psychiatry, speech-language pathology, social work, genetics and the biological sciences, as well as psychopharmacology and psychiatric nursing. Our clinical and research activities are located in the Child Study Center at Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. (203) 785-5759 www.med.yale.edu/chldstdy/autism/
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Nutrition
AllergyGrocer.com Find products that are right for you allowing you to identify up to 18 different potential allergens. 91 Western Maryland Parkway, Unit #7, Hagerstown, MD 21740 (800) 891-0083 www.allergygrocer.com/
East End Food Co-op Pittsburgh's only member-owned natural and organic food market. Shadyside, PA 412-242-3598 www.eastendfood.coop/about.html
Foods By George Gluten Free Bakery 3 King St., Mahwah, NJ 07430 201-612-9700 www.foodsbygeorge.com/home.html
Gultenfree.com Gluten Free Products 800-291-8386 www.glutenfree.com
Gluten-Free Mall Gluten Free Products 866) 575-3720 or (707) 509-4528 www.glutenfreemall.com
Gluten Solutions, Inc. One stop Gluten-Free Shopping 8750 Concourse Court, San Diego, Ca 92123 1- 888-845-8836 www.glutensolutions.com
Kirkman Nutritional supplements, essential fatty acids, casein/gluten foods. 6400 Sw Tosewood Street, Lake Oswego, OR 97035 1- 800-245-8282 or 505-682-0838 (Fax) www.kirkmangroup.com
Nature's Pantry Have a large selection of gluten free, wheat free and dairy free alternatives for those with allergies. 1350 E. College Ave., State College, PA 16801 www.naturespantrypa.com/
Nordic Naturals Nutritional supplements, essential fatty acids, casein/gluten foods. 94 Hangar Way, Watsonville, CA 95076 800.662.2544 www.nordicnaturals.com
Really Great Food.com Gluten free baking mixes. P.O. Box 2239, St. James, NY 11780 .800.593.5377 www.reallygreatfood.com/
Sunny Bridge Natural Foods Natural Foods- Gluten-free products 130 Gallery Drive, McMurray, PA 15317 877-942-5801 www.sunnybridgenaturalfoods.com/
WholeFoods World's largest retailer of natural and organic foods 5880 Centre Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 412-441-7960 http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/
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Publications
ABOARD Book and Video Leading Library. www.aboard.org/
The Advocate Available through the Autism Society of American www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer?pagename=Autism Advocate
Autism/Asperger's Digest News & Articles on Autism, Asperger's Syndrome, & PDD. www.autismdigest.com/
The Autism Perspective (TAP) Magazine with information and stories on new therapies, treatments, personal accounts, and advocacy advice www.theautismperspective.org/
Autism Spectrum Quarterly Quarterly publication with articles by, for, and about individuals with ASD. www.asquarterly.com/
EP Exceptional Parent Information and Support for the Special Needs Community for parents, families, physicians and professionals. www.eparent.com/
MAAP, More advanced individuals quarterly newsletter, The MAAP, the organization provides the with Autism, Asperger's opportunity for parents and professionals to network with others in syndrome, and Pervasive similar circumstances and to learn about more advanced individuals developmental disorder (PDD) within the autism spectrum.
http://www.maapservices.org/index.html
S.I. Focus International magazine focusing on S.I. issued 4 times a year with success stories, clinical breakthroughs, therapy techniques and in- depth interviews. www.Sifocus.com
Resources for Books, Therapy Tools, Etc.
Abilitations Catalogs, products, and information provide solutions for professionals and parents working with and raising children with special needs.
1-800-850-8602 www.abilitations.com/
Autism Asperger Publishing Independent publisher specializing in books on autism spectrum Company disorders based on the latest research on autism, Asperger's syndrome and other pervasive developmental disorders offering books that provide practical solutions for individuals with an autism spectrum disorder as well as parents, teachers or others working or living with an individual with an autism spectrum disorder. Also, offer videos and other interactive products. 1-877-277-8254 www.asperger.net/
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Cameron's Special T's Weighted T-Shirts and Accessories for Children with Special Needs 1-386-753-1704 www.cameronsspecialt.com/
Childswork/Childsplay Resource for counseling games and books for children. www.sunburstvm.com/hminfo.aspx?M=s&index=130&bn=4
Crestwood Communication Aids Communication aids for children and adults. 1-414-352-5678 www.communicationaids.com/#toys
Different Roads To Learning Resource for Various materials on ABA to VB. 800.853.1057 or 212.604.9637 www.difflearn.com/default.asp
Do 2 Learn ASD information and picture schedules/Pecs. www.dotolearn.com/
Earobics Earobics is powerful pre-K-3 multisensory reading intervention for raising academic achievement and empowering schools and districts to meet the needs of diverse student populations. 1-888-328-8199 www.earobics.com/
FlagHouse Sport, Per, Fitness, Special Needs 800.793.7900 or 201.288.7600 www.flaghouse.com/
Free Sprit Publishing Award-winning publisher of books and other learning materials for children and teens, parents, educators, counselors and everyone else who cares about kids. 1-900-735-7323 www.freespirit.com/index.cfm
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Future Horizons Provide books, conferences, and other valuable information on Autism, Asperger's Syndrome & PDD 1-800-489-0727 www.futurehorizons-autism.com/
Integrations Dedicated to those professionals and parents who love children. You are the insightful, intuitive and innovative individuals who realize each person learns and processes differently. For some kids, this difference creates problems in simple daily routines. 1-800-850-8602 www.integrationscatalog.com/
Monarch Educational Materials Tools that promote identification, generalization, social skills, conversational skills, and recall ability through videos & CD-ROMs which can be incorporated in ABA, Discrete Trial, and educational programs by consultants, therapists, educators, and parents to facilitate the learning and mastery of these skills. 440-377-0029 monarchmaterials.com/index.html
PDP Products Professional Development Programs: Treating Children with Autism 651-439-8865 www.pdppro.com/
Pocket Full of Therapy Assist Occupational Therapists and others, concerned with the development of children, find the unique materials needed to provide effective, appropriate, motivating and fun, pediatric therapy and learning. (732) 441-0404 or Toll Free 800-PFOT-124 www.pfot.com/
Rivannamusic Established in 1988, Rivanna Music creates tunes that teach. Music therapist, singer/songwriter, Cathy Bollinger infuses this multisensory effect into her songs. Cathy has written children’s music which is so much fun, kids don’t even realize they are learning. Teachers and parents like Cathy’s music as much as their little ones do!
1-800-765-0195 www.rivannamusic.com/
Southpaw Enterprises Sensory processing disorder (SPD) resources, equipment, products and toys. 800-228-1698 (US) / 937-252-7676 (International) http://www.southpawenterprises.com/
Super Duper Publications produces educational material for the Speech and Language market. (800) 277-8737 or (864) 288-3536 www.superduperinc.com/
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TFH Providers of carefully selected fun products designed to help you or those in your care enjoy life, and achieve more. Fun and Achievement.
800-467-6222 www.specialneedstoys.com/usa/
Therapy Shoppe Specialty Shop for school and pediatric therapists, teachers and parents too. 1-800-261-5590 www.therapyshoppe.com/
Tinkletoonz.com Working to develop a new special training pant that is being developed specifically for children and autism. 1-888-773-8877 http://www.tinkletoonz.com/special_needs.html
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