Service Providers in the Pflugerville Area
Local and State Agencies
1. Austin Travis County Integral Care (formerly MHMR) Elaine Whitlock 5225 N. Lamar Austin, Texas 78751 512-483-5825 512-483-5861 512-483-5828 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: www.integralcare.org
ATCIC envisions a caring and healthy community that supports individuals and families in achieving self-reliance and self- determination. ATCIC’s mission is to improve the lives of people affected by behavioral health and developmental and/or intellectual challenges. ATCIC will strive to uphold core values related to people, integrity, excellence and leadership. ATCIC Services: Adult Behavioral Health Services, Child and Family Services, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Services and Psychiatric Crisis and Jail Diversion Services. ATCIC’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) service area provides services that help individuals and their families choose and access quality and cost-efficient services and supports. Through custom case management and service coordination, we work to best meet your unique needs and preferences. This is accomplished through an extensive network of private and public agencies in Austin and Travis County. IDD services are available to all residents in Travis County who quality. Services through IDD: Employment, Home Health, Individual Support, In-Home and Family Support, Intake and Eligibility Determination, Residential Support, Service Coordination, Waiver Enrollment/Interest List Management, Support Groups and Consumer Benefits Office. Service Coordination is available for individuals with intellectual disabilities (mental retardation) and/or autism or pervasive development disorder, who is Travis County residents or individuals who are enrolled in Texas Home Living Waiver or Home and Community-Based Services Waiver.
2. Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Magali Perez-Intake Service Coordinator Ronnie Gaines Claudia Perez 1009 Georgetown Street Round Rock, TX 78664 512-255-1720 e-mail: [email protected]; [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] website: www.bluebonnetmhmr.org/default.aspx
Bluebonnet Trails offers an array of mental health and developmental disabilities services to children, adolescents and adults in Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Gonzales, Guadalupe, Lee and Williamson Counties. Services to infants (ages 0-3) with developmental delays or a medical condition that might cause developmental delays are provided in Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Lee and Williamson Counties through Bluebonnet Trails’ early childhood intervention program, known as PRIDE (Parent Resources for Infant Developmental Enrichment). Drug and Alcohol information, education and treatment can be found through the OSAR program.
3. Texas Department of Health Rachel Jew 1100 West 49th Street Austin, TX 78756 512-458-7111 ext. 3069 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/
4. DADS-Department of Aging and Disability Services Medically Dependent Children Program Debby Masters, Regional Nurse/MDCP Supervisor Kristine Dahlmann, Region 7 Access and Intake Clerk IV 512-834-3347 512-834-3803 e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] website: http://www.dads.state.tx.us/services/faqs-fact/mdcp.html
MDCP provides services to support families caring for children and young adults who are medically dependent and to encourage de-institutionalization of children in nursing facilities. Services that could be provided if eligible include: Respite, Adjunct support services, Adaptive aids, Minor home modifications, Transition Assistance Services, Financial Management Services. NOTE: Services may not be available right away. Your name may be placed on an interest list. You will be contacted when services are available.
5. DARS -Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services Levett Johnson/Robyn Farris Dae-Eun Shin 512-483-0900 512-483-0900 512-310-3070 2416 S. Lamar Blvd. 4900 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, Texas 78704 Austin, Texas 78751 [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] website: www.dars.state.tx.us
Under our Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) program, the goal is to help individuals with disabilities obtain and maintain work that is up to par with their abilities and interests. We work with the individual to identify disability-related barriers to employment and then provide services to help reduce and eliminate those barriers. One part of our VR program is Transition, in which we provide services to students who are transitioning out of high school and will need services to plan for, obtain and maintain employment.
6. DARS-Blind Services (Austin Field Headquarters) Rose Trevino/Bridget Muldoon/Christopher Wright 512-533-7100 e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.dars.state.tx.us/dbs/
The DARS Division for Blind Services (DBS) assists blind or visually impaired individuals and their families. Depending upon their goals and needs, DBS offers services to help regain independence or find a job.
DBS staff work in partnership with Texans who are blind or visually impaired to get high quality jobs, live independently, or help a child receive the training needed to be successful in school and beyond. DBS envisions a Texas where people who are blind or visually impaired enjoy the same opportunities as other Texans to pursue independence and employment, and our mission is to work in partnership with Texans who are blind or visually impaired to reach their goals.
7. The ARC of the Capital Area ARC of the ARTs Kaili Goslant/Karri Henager Ann Weading 2818 San Gabriel Street 6717 Burnet Rd Austin, Texas 78705 Austin, Texas 78757 512-476-7044 512-524-2371 512-476-9054 (fax) or 512-474-9648 (fax) 512-476-9054 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] website: www.arcofthecapitalarea.org
The Arc of the Capital Area, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to providing personalized, community-based services that improve the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers. We serve more than 2,000 children, adults and families each year. In 2009, we celebrated our 60th anniversary. Services include: Intake & Referral Services, Family & Caregiver Support Services, Juvenile Justice Services, adult Case Management, Basic Needs & Crisis Assistance Services, Arc of the Arts and Community Living assistance and Support Services (CLASS) Case Management.
8. Williamson Co. Health District Passion Black 512-248-3252 ext.1982 e-mail: [email protected]
Private Agencies and Organizations
9. ARCIL- Austin Resource Center for Independent Living Randy Snead /Jakki Chambliss Sally Decher 825 E. Rundberg Suite E-6 525 Round Rock West, Suite A-120 Austin, TX 78753 Round Rock, Texas 76861 512-832-6349 512-828-4624 e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
ARCIL is a private non-profit that works with people with disabilities and cross disabilities to help them to live as independently as possible in the community. ARCIL’s core services include: Advocacy, Information & Referral, Independent Living Skills and Peer Support. ARCIL’s Transition Program serves students as they transition from high school to the community and provides the support and services they need to implement their transition goals.
10. Autism Society of Greater Austin Raine Munkens P.O. Box 160841 Austin, TX 78716
e-mail: [email protected] website: www.austinautismsociety.org
The Autism Society of Greater Austin strives to change lives by connecting families and individuals to community resources and supports.
11. Golden Hat Foundation Bethany Gartin/Thor Gudbrandsson 7301 Ranch Road 620 N Suite 155, #111 Austin, TX 78726-4537 512-944-7579 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.goldenhatfoundation.org
The Golden Hat Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded to change negative stigmas and pave the way for people on the autism spectrum to thrive. Our mission is to change the way people with autism are perceived, by shining a light on their abilities and emphasizing their great potential. In addition to our ongoing unique awareness initiatives, we are working toward our long-term goal of establishing an innovative post-high school living campus in the Greater Austin area that offers living, employment, recreational and other opportunities all within a supportive social network.
The Golden Hat Foundation believes that despite the behaviors and communication difficulties of people with autism, we should assume intelligence first and then find ways to access it. People with autism are different, but they have unique strengths, perceptions, and talents that deserve recognition and respect. People with autism should be given the means to learn to communicate and they should have access to an appropriate academic education, social supports and job training based on their abilities.
12. Goodwill Youth Services Matthew Figg MA, LPC Laura Griebel Transition Coordinator 1015 Norwood Park BLVD Goodwill Youth Services Austin, TX 78753 512-845-1568 512-637-7100 e-mail: [email protected] e-mail: [email protected] website: www.austingoodwill.org
13. Easter Seals Anissa Foley 1611 Headway Cir Bldg. 2 7000 N Mo Pac Expy Ste 200, Austin, TX 78754 Austin, TX 78731 512-615-6855 512- 514-6404 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.centraltx.easterseals.com
Easter Seals Central Texas Employment Services are focused into multiple areas of care that create successful outcomes for clients from birth to advanced age. We offer the following services: Comprehensive Outpatient Medical Rehabilitation, Early Childhood Intervention, Workforce Development and Community & Housing Services.
14. Disability Rights Texas Roberta Roque Advocate Supervisor/Regional Office Manager 7800 Shoal Creek Blvd., 171-E Austin, Texas 78757 512-454-4816 ext. 2747 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.disabilityrightstx.org/
Advocacy, Inc. assists individuals with disabilities in advocating for human, legal and service rights.
15. Path Project Stacy Ford-Region 13 Coordinator 512-736-0055 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.partnerstx.org/projects/PATH/index.htm
PATH is a grant project of Partners Resource Network, Inc., one of three federally funded Parent Training and Information Centers (PTI) serving Texas parents of children and youth with disabilities from the ages of 0 to 26. Our mission is to empower parents of children and youth with disabilities in their roles as parents, decision makers, and advocates for their children. Our goal is to promote partnerships throughout the state among parents and professionals, parent organizations, school districts, and service agencies. We encourage parents and professionals to work together as PARTNERS and to focus on cooperation and collaboration. Our services include providing training, information, and technical assistance at no cost to parents throughout the state of Texas.
16. Nickerson Law Group, PC Julia Nickerson 3801 North Capital of Texas Highway, Suite J-220 Austin, Texas 78746 512-461-1383 512-367-5758 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.julianickerson.com
Attorney Julia Nickerson, mom and aunt of an autistic nephew and cerebral palsy niece, knows about the required planning for special needs families. The Nickerson Law Group can help you put a legal plan in place to bring you peace of mind that your special needs child will always be protected.
17. Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid (TRLA) Monica K. Guerra 4920 N. I35 Austin, Texas 210-212-3797---Monica’s 512-374-2700—Austin office 512-447-3940 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: www.trla.org
TRLA is a nonprofit organization that provides free legal services to the residents of southwest Texas, who are unable to afford the fees. TRLA es una organización sin fines de lucro que provee servicios legales gratuitos a los tejanos de bajos ingresos, trabaja para educar a los cuidadores a determinar si la tutela es necesaria o si hay una alternativa que permita a una persona mantener la autonomía al mismo tiempo que permite que un cuidador los proteja.
18. Growing Roots Maria P. Hernandez 2921 E. 17th Street, Bldg D, Suite 4 Austin, Texas 78702 512-850-8281 512-240-2757 888-589-1825 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: www.growingrootsaustin.com
Mission: Growing Roots empowers families of children with special needs through hands-on information, resources and support. Growing Roots, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization was created to help parents answer these questions. We believe that all families, regardless of cultural, linguistic or socioeconomic differences deserve an opportunity to learn how to support their child. Through hands-on classes and support groups, parents learn about their child's medical and educational needs, connect with resources in their community and receive support from other parents. They learn they are not alone and that there is a community ready and willing to support them.
Es una organización para padres con hijos con necesidades especiales. Ofrecemos clases, grupos de apoyo, coordinación de servicios y días de familia a nuestras familias- todo es gratis para las familias. Nuestros programas son para padres con hijos recibiendo servicios de educación especial en las escuelas, y para padres con hijos con autismo. Únase a Growing Roots para aprender como apoyar a su hijo/a! Si usted está interesado en las clases, llámenos al
19. Texas Parent 2 Parent Jeanine Pinner/Susan Prior Monica Castillo 3710 Cedar Street Box 12 866-896-6001 ext 112 Austin, Texas 78705 [email protected] 512-458-8600 (TxP2P office) 512-451-3110 (fax) email: [email protected] [email protected] website: www.txp2p.org
Texas Parent to Parent (TxP2P) is a statewide nonprofit organization that provides information and support to families of children with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and other special health care needs and the professionals who work with them.
20. Upstream Technology Dallas Webster 8103 Pampas Cv Austin, TX 78750-7820 512-795-9760 512-795-9763 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.upstreamtech.org
As Assistive/Computer Technology Specialists, we make the best of your abilities, working one-on-one hands-on to augment and leverage abilities in order to compensate for disabilities. We provide a personal touch to determine and remove barriers, using adaptive aids, techniques and ideas to enhance quality of and independence in daily life – in home, school, community and vocation.
Our full spectrum of services includes: evaluation, selection, acquisition, set-up, training and coordination. We emphasize technology solutions with custom cognitive and mechanical adaptation. We seek the most appropriate and least restrictive solutions, whether they are low tech, high tech or even no tech. Our broad experience, with a wide range of circumstances and technology, enables innovative, synergistic application of standard, off-the-shelf artifacts, hardware and software where feasible, and specialized devices where necessary.
We provide services directly, or via our relationships with schools, organizations such as DADS and DARS, and programs such as CLASS and HCS. Our highest goal is to provide independence to an extent that obviates our further services.
21. Financial Advisor-Edward Jones Chris Davenport 104 West Main Street, Suite D Pflugerville, Texas 78660 512-670-0945 e-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.edwardjones.com/en_US/index.html
22. CARTS Joni Erhardt 2010 E 6th St Austin, TX 78702 512-801-5672 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://ridecarts.com/
Serving the Texas counties of Bastrop, Blanco, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Hays, Lee, and non-urbanized areas of Travis and Williamson.
CARTS delivers transportation tailored specifically for each of the one hundred and sixty-nine communities it serves. The service frequency, in or to the various locales, range from many times a day to once a month.
23. Inspire Behavior Therapy Jennifer Kaut M.Ed., BCBA 921 W. New Hope Rd. Suite 405 Cedar Park, TX 78613 512-818-1523 512-630-7912 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.inspirebehaviortherapy.com
We are a practice of board certified behavior analysts, who specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD & Challenging Behaviors. We keep our practice small so we can provide quality care and build relationships with each of our clients and their families. We work with both children and adults through individual or group sessions. We see our clients in our center, home, school or in the community. We truly love what we do. We provide: individual behavioral programs, ABA In Home or at the Center Programs, parent coaching, behavioral assessments, workshops, social skill groups, social clubs, therapeutic horseback riding, and equine assisted learning.
24. iAM Inc.—Life Coaching Services April Garsson 12236 Fairway Cove Austin, Texas 78732 512-762-7910 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.iAM-inc.co
A positive alternative to traditional therapy, iAM Inc., Life Coaching Services provides a supportive atmosphere for special needs families, individuals, youth and teens designed to promote your overall growth and fuel your passion for life so that you may quickly attain your goals and live the life of your dreams.
25. STARRY Toniya Parker 1300 North Mays Round Rock, TX 78664 512-246-4303 512-255-1250 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: www.starryonline.org
STARRY Counseling Program provides crisis intervention services and solution-focused counseling in 17 Texas counties. Services are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and include individual, family and group counseling, along with child abuse prevention services.
SAFE (Shelter Alternatives & Family Empowerment) provides safety and services to runaway & homeless youth. SAFE Address basic needs (food and shelter), create case plans for services and develop life skills for the future. SAFE can offer Shelter for up to 21 days, crisis counseling services and case management. We work closely with all Williamson County Schools, police and mental health service providers.
26. SafePlace Cema Mastroleo M.Ed Disability Services Training Manager P.O. Box 19454 Austin, Texas 78760 512-267-7233 512-385-0662 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: wwwSafePlace.org
SafePlace is ending sexual and domestic violence through safety, healing, prevention and social change. Some of SafePlace services are: 24-hr hotline, emergency shelter, hospital accompaniment for sexual assault exams, counseling, legal advocacy, supportive housing, children’s services, on-site K-12 school, programs for teens, parents and schools, community education, Deaf services and Disability services.
27. Health Insurance Marketplace Karla Acuna-Local Navigator 1009 N. Georgetown St. Round Rock, Texas 78664 512-413-8610 e-mail: [email protected]
Insurance plans in the Marketplace are offered by private companies. They cover the same core set of benefits called essential health benefits. No plan can turn you away or charge you more because you have an illness or medical condition. They must cover treatments for these conditions. Plans can’t charge women more than men for the same plan. Many preventative services are coved at no cost to you. Also information about enrollment, date lines, when and where we can be found. They will have brochures with information in Spanish, English and Vietnamese.
Adult Living Options
28. Marbridge Will Hoerman Rosie Kanetzky P.O. Box 2250 Manchaca, Texas 78652 512-282-1144 ext. 1203 512-381-2493(fax) e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] website: http://marbridge.org/
Marbridge is a year-round post-secondary residential training and education program for young adults and adults with developmental disabilities and cognitive challenges. Summer camps are also available for young adults starting at age 16.
29. Brookwood in Georgetown (BIG) Erin Kiltz, BiG Director 512-966-7574 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.brookwoodcommunity.org/georgetown
Brookwood Community (Brookshire, TX) and Brookwood in Georgetown (BiG) is an entrepreneurial community for adults with disabilities with residential in Brookshire. Brookwood Community and BiG provide an educational environment that creates meaningful jobs, builds a sense of belonging, and demands dignity and respect for adults with disabilities. The range of diverse needs we help include people with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual disabilities, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, dual diagnosis, and/oraging care needs.
30. Mary Lee Foundation Leigh Dunson, Administrator Ruben Banda, HCS Coordinator 1336 Lamar Sq. Dr. Austin, Texas 78704 512-442-6077 512-442-6825 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: www.marleefoundation.org
Mary Lee Foundation provides group homes and services for people with developmental disabilities: Intermediate Care Facility, Home and Community Based Services, Texas Home Living, Day Program.
31. Mimi’s Day Hab Pat Brenner 8204 N. Lamar, Blvd., Ste B70 Austin, Texas 78753 512-506-9340 512-506-9442 (fax) e-mail: [email protected]
Mimi’s is a parent owned and operated Day Hab for people with disabilities. We have a unique program of 8 stations daily. Each Individual attends the following throughout the day: Life skills, Arts/crafts, ASL (sign language), Exercise, Math/Money, Language Arts, Social and cognitive skills. We have a computer lab as well. We find each one’s ability and go from there.
32. Draco Services, Inc Daniel Flowers, Vice President Gordon Israel 4025 Manchaca Road Austin, Texas 78704 512-445-4611 512-426-3655 512-440-8800 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] website: www.dracosi.com
Draco provides a wide array of services to individuals enrolled in the HCS and Texas Home Living Program. These programs are administered by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). Eligibility requirements vary; please contact us for more information. Services available include: service direction, residential group homes, foster/companion care, supported home living (in your own home), day habilitation, nursing, therapies such as PT and OT, psychology and counseling, dietary and nutrition, dental, adaptive aids and equipment, home modifications, supported employment, transportation, behavioral and medical supports.
33. Beyond the Limits Day Hab Michael J. Smith 104 1660 South Hutto, Texas 78634 512-846-1030 512-846-1269 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: http://beyondthelimits-hutto.com/
Beyond The Limits provides day habilitation and supported employment services to adults with developmental disabilities. Through our day habilitation we provide a safe and secure day center for your special needs love one to learn social skills, job skills, independence, and gain social interaction in the community. Through our supported employment services, we provide job coaching and acquisition assistance and provide one-on-one assistance tailored for each individual. In addition, we also provide assistance in acquiring assistance with Medicaid through the Department of Aging and Disability Services. We also provide mentoring, consultation, and representation services during ARD meetings at no cost to the family.
34. Alamo Consumer Direct Ramona Salamons 8701 Shoal Creek Blvd, Suite 303 Austin, TX 78757 512-650-0228 512-420-0832 (office) 512-420-0877 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: www.alamoconsumerdirect.com
Alamo Consumer Direct is a Consumer Directed Services Agency: we are contracted with the State of Texas to serve people In the PCS, HCS, CLASS, TxHML, MDCP, DBMD, and PHC/CBA programs.
35. Community Care Katina McCurry 246 Hwy 29 East P.O. Box 193 Bertram, Texas 78605 512-355-3184 512-355-3186 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: www.communitycareinc.vpweb.com
Community Care, Inc. (CCI) provides long-term residential services to individuals 18 years and older with intellectual disabilities and/or related conditions. We were established in 1986 and currently operate nine Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities or Related conditions (ICF-IID), in Burnett and Williamson Counties. Our ICP-IID Programs offer supervised living arrangements which are designed to promote independent living. CCI provides active treatment based on functional assessments which target individualized training goals. The opportunity for socialization allows our residents to participate in a variety of activities with their peers, bringing about opportunities to engage in various activities and developing long term friendships. CCI strives to provide all interested residents the opportunity to obtain volunteer or competitive employment in their local community. Through our services, individuals are able to grow and function in their least restrictive environments, allowing for greater independence and growth in their life skills.
36. Adults Independent & Motivated (AIM) Ashley Sanchez 512-257-0691 e-mail: [email protected]
Adults Independent and Motivated (AIM) is a new organization that aspires to create a community of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live in an apartment setting. The participants must function relatively independently and be willing to interact with the other participants. Families will be an integral part of AIM, remaining active in the life of their participant and in the AIM community.
37. Independent Living Experience James Williams—Texas Regional Coordinator 10101 S. 1st Street, Apt. 7113 Austin, Texas 78748 832-452-3155 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.independentlivingexperience.com
Independent Living Experience (ILE) is a customized support service for adults desiring a life of independence. Our team of dedicated professionals works directly with each adult to help them become their own self-determined advocate with the necessary skills to be successful within their living, working and social environments.
We are passionate about supporting the independence of adults with disabilities through skill acquisition and maintenance In a variety of areas including: Personally Meaningful Employment, Stable Living Environment, Financial Security, Safe and Balanced Relationships, Active and Predictable social Life, and Health Lifestyles.
Together, the ILE team works collaboratively, with each client and their family to determine personal and professional goals, individual needs, and the desired direction for their future.
38. Affiliates for Independent Living Kelly Wade 2826 Storey Lane Dallas, Texas 75220 214-351-0798 214-670-6266 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: www.AFILDFW.org
AFIL is a transition facility for young adults with intellectual disabilities. We provide training for independent living in a supported residential environment.
39. Providence Place—Center for Higher Independence Terri Gutierrez 6487 Whitby Road San Antonio, Texas 78240 210-696-2410 ext. 132 210-696-0231 (fax) email: [email protected] website: www.provplaceorg
Providence Place-Center for Higher Independence is a residential program in San Antonio that serves young adults with disabilities 18 and older. We are an 18 month program to teach work and independent living skills. We serve students with all disabilities including high functioning MR, Autism, Asperger’s, Learning Disabilities, hearing and visual impairment, seizure disorder, TBI and CP (we are wheelchair accessible).
40. Empowerment Options Pam Killian 6300 LaCalma suite #300 Austin, Texas 78725 512-338-4493 ext. 120 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.empowermentoptions.com/index.htm
Empowerment Options, Inc, serves Texas families by providing a comprehensive support network and expert care for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our customized plans help individuals lead fulfilling lives and integrate into the community to the greatest extent possible.
Social/Recreation/Leisure
41. Flying Vikings Paul Hansen 8714 Georgia Ave Temple, Texas 76502 254-485-7055 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://flyingvikings.org/
The mission of Flying Vikings is to take a child who has been diagnosed with a chronic illness or has a physical disability and let them experience life wonders of flight. Here, the child will not be a passive passenger, but will have the opportunity to become the pilot.
42. Hill Country Stars Barbara Dunn [email protected]
Hill Country Stars is associated with Special Olympics and is for students in the 18+ program in Round Rock.
43. Spectrum Social and Recreation Services Jan Motriuk 1509 W. North Loop Blvd Austin, Texas 78756 512-524-5482 512-524-1177 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: www.spectrumsocial.net
Spectrum specializes in providing collaborative solutions for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other social communication challenges including Asperger’s Syndrome, Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD), and Non-verbal Learning Disorder (NVLD). Spectrum uses a student-centered approach with services recommended and designed to meet the unique needs of each person. Spectrum Services include: Social and Recreation Skills Training PLAY Project Intervention Counseling Recreation Therapy Solutions based Behavior Therapy Speech Therapy Parent Coaching Love and Logic Workshop Transition to Adulthood Workshops and Consultation
44. St. David’s Adaptive Driving Program Jennifer Perez 1005 E. 32nd St. Austin, TX 78705 512-544-8140 512-544-5102 (fax) e-mail: [email protected]
St. David’s Adaptive Driving Program is a comprehensive program that provides driver evaluations and driver training for individuals with a medical diagnosis to determine if the individual can be safe to drive. We also provide training for individuals who are unable to learn to drive in a traditional setting.
St. David’s Wheelchair Fitness Center Jeff Hammen Hancock Center Building 1000 E Street Austin, TX 78701 512-451-3637 e-mail: [email protected]
45. Special Olympics Texas Mike Sullivan, Director of Outreach and Families 7715 Chevy Chase Dr. Suite 120 Austin, Texas 78752 512-491-2958 512-835-7756 e-mail: Mike Sullivan [email protected]
46. VSA Texas (Very Special Arts) April Sullivan 3710 Cedar St. #7 Austin, TX 78705 512-323-6626 512-454-1944 (fax) e-mail: [email protected]
VSA Texas is the state organization on arts and disability. We provide services to people with disabilities interested in pursuing the arts as a career or a hobby. This includes visual, literary, music, performance, dance, and all art forms.
47. Clay Madsen Recreation Center 1600 Gattis School rd 512-218-3220 http://www.roundrocktexas.gov/home/index.asp?page=210
Clay Madsen Recreation Center has two full size gymnasiums, a six lane, 25 yard lap pool, four racquetball courts, a cardio/weight room, meeting rooms/ kitchen, game room, and babysitting Madsen playroom available for our members!
48. Miracle League @ Town & Country Patty Saragusa 13300 Morris Rd P.O. Box 200277 Austin, Texas 78729 Austin, Texas 78720-0277 512-335-7434 512-335-7471 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.miracle.tandcsports.org
We are a spring/fall baseball league for kids ages 4-19 who are unable to play in a mainstream league. We have 14 teams and pair the players with buddies (age 12+) that have training and are supervised. Games are 2-3 innings long and everyone has a choice of T-ball or coach pitch. There are no outs and everyone scores. The emphasis is on fun.
49. Spirit Reins Rhonda Smith 2055 County Rd. 284 Liberty Hill, Tx 78642 512-515-0845 e-mail: [email protected] website: https://spiritreins.org
Spirit Reins transforms the lives of children and families impacted by abuse, neglect and other trauma by healing the past, strengthening families and communities. Spirit Reins primarily serves children who have been exposed to multiple traumatic events within the care giving system, commonly known as complex trauma.
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50. Foundations Communities Jacob Peeples 512-512-610-7376 e-mail: [email protected]
Cash for College, a program of Foundation Communities, is committed to helping students maneuver the financial aid process in order to access higher education. We help students with anything from FAFSA preparation to applying and searching for scholarships to understanding notices from a school’s financial aid office.
51. Austin Dog Alliance Debbie Cracker 512-219-8793 Website: http://austindogalliance.org/contact-us/
The Job Skills Training Program provides canine-related employment training for young adults with autism or other special- needs. The program addresses the social etiquette of finding employment and working, as well as technical skills for jobs in shelters, doggie day care, boarding kennels, grooming facilities and veterinarian offices. Austin Dog Alliance is a Community Resource Provider thru the Texas Department of Rehabilitative Services. (contract approval date is estimated at 10/1) If approved by the student’s counselor, Austin Dog Alliance is available to assist in the job search.
52. Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas Gerard Jimenez Jon Pierce-Shimomura Ph.D Program Director & Government Affairs Director Asst. Professor and Adult Education Director Texas Down Syndrome Advocacy Coalition, Co-chair 512-232-4137 [email protected] The Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas and the University of Texas has teamed up provide educational opportunities for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Six new courses have been developed for the Spring semester 2014. Each course will include volunteer UT students ready to befriend adults with IDD, with any type Of intellectual and development disability (Down syndrome, autism, etc) in a social café setting before meeting in a classroom (19yrs old+). Courses are offered at a competitive rate. A number of scholarships are available for adults with DS via DSACT. To orient new students and their families to our life-long education program, a pre-course orientation on campus will be held. Specific questions about this program can be addressed to Jon Pierce-Shimomura via email or phone.
53. Bloom Consulting—Vocational Consultant Bruce Bloom M.Ed. CRC 1102 S. Austin Ave. 110-145 Georgetown, Texas 78626 512-639-9748 512-852-4740 fax e-mail: [email protected]
Bruce Bloom is a vocational consultant, a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor and owner of Bloom Consulting in Austin, Texas. Bloom Consulting focuses on vocational evaluations, vocational consulting, job placement, and supported employment. Bruce also works on a neurological rehabilitation team through Rehab Without Walls, providing vocational rehabilitation counseling and clinical coordination to individuals who have obtained a brain injury. Services provided to transition students and parents include: Career planning, career counseling, career interest surveys and evaluations, job placement, supported employment, job related social skills training, and interview preparation.
54. Austin Community College –Office of Students with Disabilities Cathy Tremaria 11928 Stonehollow Drive Austin, Texas 78758 512-223-4725 512-223-7702 512-223-4881 (fax) e-mail: [email protected]
As one of only 50 community college districts in Texas, Austin Community College provides access to high-quality education at affordable tuition rates. ACC offers university transfer curriculum, technical certificate programs, two-year associate degrees, foundation skills and English as a Second Language courses, and a highly diverse Continuing Education program.
55. Minnesota Life College Christine Monzingo 7501 Logan Avenue S, STE 2A Richfield, MN 55423 512-345-8937 (Christine Monzingo) 612-869-4008 ext. 10 main number e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.minnesotalifecollege.org/index.php
Minnesota Life College (MLC), located in Richfield, Minnesota, is a not-for-profit, vocational and life skills training program for young adults with learning differences and autism spectrum disorders. Since 1996, MLC has been dedicated to helping our students make a successful transition to independent living and financial self-sufficiency. Our students are involved in a challenging vocational and independent living curriculum with an emphasis on “Real Skills for Real Life™.” Students have the opportunity to learn beyond the classroom. We give students the opportunity to learn the skills they need to know in the real world.
56. Central Texas College –Killeen Mariceli Vargas 254-526-1223 6200 West Central Texas Expwy Killeen, Texas 76549 1-800-792-3348 ext. 1863 e-mail: [email protected]
Central Texas College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees and certificates of completion. Founded over 40 years ago, Central Texas College is a public, open-admission community college offering associate degrees and certificate programs in academic, professional and vocational/technical fields. With its main campus in Killeen, TX and over 100 other locations around the world, Central Texas College serves over 50,000 students on military installations, in correctional facilities, in embassies and on ships at sea.
57. College Living Experience Maria Wait /Admissions Coordinator 11800 Stonehollow Drive, Suite 200 Austin, Texas 78758 512-339-7878 512-339-7879 (fax) e-mail: [email protected].
College Living Experience provides support to postsecondary students with a variety of learning and developmental differences. Using an individualized, strength-based approach, we guide and reinforce student efforts to develop stronger independent living, academic, and social skills. Students participate in local training and education programs while immersed in all aspects of daily life as adult members of the community. Our goal: maximum independence and a more fulfilling adult life for every student.
58. Gary Job Corps Diana Ards, Admissions Counselor-Austin Gary JCC OA Office 2800 Airport HWY San Marcos, TX 78666 512-203-8189 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://gary.jobcorps.gov/Home.asp
Gary Job Corps is a Vocational Trade school and includes 3 high school diploma programs and a GED program.
59. Art Institute of Austin Dana Hunter 101 W. Louis Henna Blvd. Ste. 100 Austin, Texas 78728 512-691-1722 512-691-1707 512-691-1790 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: www.artinstitutes.edu/austin/
The Art Institutes are a system of schools with over 40 locations across the country offering Bachelor and Associate degrees in Design, Media, Fashion, and Culinary Arts. We are accredited through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and offer an alternative to traditional learning.
60. STEPS (Formerly VoCAT )-Austin Community College Mariah Lossing-Bukowski-Program Director 5930 Middlefiskville Road Austin, Texas 78752 512-223-7515 512-223-7030 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.austincc.edu/ce/bii/vocat/
STEPS is a unique Continuing Education college experience for special needs adults whose disabilities may prevent them from participation in traditional adult education programs. STEPS is open to all adults, regardless of age or functioning level. Our specialized curriculum enables us to offer this opportunity to every student that seeks admission.
The college experience is much more than going to class. It is entering the adult world, becoming independent and being your own person. VoCAT students participate in adult education to involve them in the Austin, TX community with vital and unique connections with peers and employers. All classes are held at Austin Community College Highland Business Campus in Austin, TX.
61. Gallaudet University at ACC Arlene Gunderson M.Ed. --Director Gallaudet University regional Center-Southwest Austin Community College – Riverside Campus 1020 Grove Blvd. #1143, Building A 512-410-7071 512-223-6373 (administrative assistant) 512-223-6709 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: www.austincc.edu/swgurc
Sharing resources between Gallaudet University and the Southwest: Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas and Utah.
Through their host institutions and Gallaudet University, the Gallaudet University regional Centers (GURCs) offer extension Courses, training workshops, and technical assistance to address the educational, transition, and professional development Needs of deaf and hard of hearing people. Families and professionals also benefit. Information on the GURCs can be found At http://www.gallaudet.edu/outreach_programs.html
The Academic Bowl for Deaf and Hard of Hearing high School students’ annual competition is administered through Gallaudet University. Information on this event can be found at http://www.gallaudet.edu/academic_bowl.html
62. Workforce Solutions for Rural Capital Area Greg Madsen/Nancy Bishop 575 Round Rock West Suite H-240 Round Rock, Texas 78681 512-244-2207 512-255-9265 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] website: www.workforcesolutionsrca.com
At Workforce Solutions Rural Capital Area, we offer an array of services and programs that are designed to help job and career seekers at different stages of their search. They might decide to visit one of our workforce centers where you can access computers, telephones and other resources at no cost.
63. Project Search—Seton Hospitals J.L. Hawkins 512-324-5929
Project SEARCH at the Seton Healthcare Family offers an innovative and comprehensive approach to employment for Individuals with intellectual disabilities through real world work experience in an internship setting and on-going, long term support in job retention and career advancement.
64. ACC Firefighter Academy/Fire Chief Administration Nathan Zaleski Fire Protection Technology Fire Academy 3401 Webberville Rd 4800 F. Shaw Lane Austin, Texas 78702 Austin, Texas 78744 512-223-5970 512-223-9760 e-mail: [email protected] website: http:www.austincc.edu/fireprot/
65. Concordia- Success Center Ruth Cooper 11400 Concordia University Drive Austin, Texas 78726 512-313-3000 e-mail: [email protected] website: www.Concordia.edu/successcenter
Concordia University Texas develops students into Christian leaders through quality higher education and relational formation. Concordia’s Success Center provides student with resources and support to be successful in college and makes every effort to provide reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities.
66. East Williamson County Higher Ed-Hutto Jeff Pyeatt 512-759-5602 e-mail: [email protected]
The East Williamson County Higher Education Center is a multi-institutional teaching center providing a wide array of educational opportunities and workforce readiness programs to all of East Williamson County. Temple College and Texas State Technical College Waco have united in a visionary partnership to bring college courses and workforce readiness programs with certificate and licensure career and technical opportunities education to the residents of Williamson County. Students can complete a certificate, associate degree or transfer to one of several university partners to complete a bachelor’s degree or higher.
67. Staying Ahead of the Game! LLC—Academic tutoring Evan Weineberger- Nicholas LeClair—Austin Program Director 815 A Brazos Street # 670 Austin, Texas 78701 512-337-2684 e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] website: saotg.com
Staying Ahead of the Game offers life skills and academic coaching to students with various learning differences to achieve greater levels of independence and success in school and beyond. We cover topics such as organization, anti- procrastination, calendaring, prioritization, study skills, social competencies and more.
organizations Unable to attend
Austin Parks and Recreation McBeth Adaptive Programs (Unable to attend) Amy Collins/McBeth Recreation Center Supervisor 2401 Columbus Dr., (in west Zilker Park) Austin, Texas 78746 512-974-9011 512-327-6585 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: www.ci.austin.tx.us/parks/mcbeth.htm
Seton Adaptive Sports Larry Turner 1215 Red River, Suite 421 Austin, TX 78701 512-324-7000 ext. 82231 512-461-1306 512-324-7089 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] [email protected] website: www.seton.org
The Seton Brain and Spine Center Adapted Sports Program is designed to provide physically challenged individuals with the opportunity to participate in various sports and fitness programs. Individuals do not necessarily have to be permanently confined to a wheelchair to participate in any of our programs. The basic principle involved in the adaptation or modification of a sport or activity for the physically challenged is to retain the essence of the original activity. The rules of adaptation for wheelchair sports depart only as much as is necessary to account for the specialized equipment used during the activity. In this way, the participant undergoes an athletic experience similar in all aspects to that of a non-disabled person.
Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell (unable to attend) Peter Stover, Deputy Director, Special Services P.O. Box 6000 Roswell, NM 88202-6000 575-624-7002 575-624-7286 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.roswell.enmu.edu/
Eastern New Mexico University – Roswell is a two year liberal art and Career and Technical Branch campus. The ENMU- Roswell Special Services Occupational Training Program is a one of a kind program in post-secondary education. This program is designed for individuals with disabilities with a focus on providing entry level competitive employment readiness in combination with independence living readiness.
non Pareil Institute
Gary Moore 5240 Tennyson Parkway #105 Plano, Texas 75024-3541 972-900-9476 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://npitx.org/
The nonPareil Institute, a nonprofit 501(c) (3) corporation, is dedicated to providing technical training to post-high individuals who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. The programs at nonPareil are technology-based and make use of artistic software, code generation products, 3D animation studio tools, digital sound applications and other creativity enabling tools. The focus of these programs will be to prepare these individuals for the possibility to enter into employment at some point in their future. We help them learn teamwork, create a sense of community, and achieve fulfilled lives. Our future plans include a campus (which will include housing), where individuals can train, work and live.
ITT Tech L. Scott 512-467-6800 6330 East Hwy 290 Ste. 150 Austin, Texas 512-467-6800 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://itt-tech.edu/
At ITT Technical Institutes, we are committed to helping men and women develop the skills and knowledge to pursue many opportunities in today's fastest growing career fields, including electronics, web development, computer programming, computer networking, computer drafting and design, criminal justice and business.
Central Texas Beauty Academy Jennifer Quint 1400 N Mays St, Round Rock · 512-619-6322 512- 244-2235 e-mail: [email protected]
CTBC offers Cosmetology and Manicuring courses at least six times during each calendar year and any eligible person may Enroll at any time for the next available class. Classes begin at 8:30 am and end at 5:00 pm, Monday – Friday. Central Texas Beauty College observes most State and Federal holidays and the college is closed for the winter break during the last two weeks of every year.
Auguste Escoffer School of Culinary Arts Heather Rupert 6020-B Dilliard Circle Austin, TX 78752 512-627-3055 or 1-866-552-2433 512-467-9120 fax e-mail: [email protected] website: www.escoffier.edu
Escoffier School of Culinary Arts offers a number of exciting and fulfilling programs, designed to prepare you for a successful culinary career. You’ll learn from experienced chef instructors, benefit from small class sizes, experience our unique sustainability focus, and build the skills you need for a bright future. All this, with affordable programs built around a blueprint for your success. We welcome you to the Escoffier Schools of Culinary Arts!
R.O.C.K.-(Ride on Center for Kids) Kristin Gonzalez 2050 CR 110 Georgetown, TX 78626 512-930-7625 e-mail: [email protected] website: http://www.rockride.org/
R.O.C.K., Ride On Center for Kids has provided equine assisted activities and therapies to children and adults with physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities in Central Texas for over 13 years. Our vision is to be a dynamic leader in equine-assisted activities through service, research and higher learning. Our mission is to improve independence and life skills, in partnership with the horse.
Open My World Donna Roland 1020 CR 270 Leander, TX 78641 512-259-6665 e-mail: [email protected]
With the help of a few special horses, Open My World Therapeutic Riding Center improves the quality of life for children with special needs involving physical, mental, and emotional disabilities. Open My World is a 501(c) (3) organization first established in Leander, Texas in January 2008. The focus of the organization is to serve special needs children and youth. Located in Leander, it serves children living in Leander and the surrounding areas of Cedar Park, Round Rock, Liberty Hill, and North Austin. The program offered at Open My World follows the guidelines and standards set by N.A.R.H.A. (North American Riding for the Handicapped Assoc.). Most all of the therapy sessions are private sessions. Group sessions usually include 2 students, no more than 3 individuals. With all sessions, the focus is on each individual, with his or her capabilities and needs in mind. As part of the therapy students complete various tasks which require stretching, bending, gross and fine motor skills, spatial awareness and balance. Prior to mounting students become aware and participate in grooming, tacking, caring for the animals and general knowledge about them.
Upstream Investment Partners Kent Brenneman, Private Wealth Manager 1717 N. IH 35, Suite 150 Round Rock, Texas 78664 512-551-0839 512-692-3895 (fax) e-mail: [email protected] website: www.upstreamip.com
At Upstream Investment Partners we are able to provide our clients with quality Comprehensive Wealth Management Planning. As an independent financial services firm, we are able to provide clients the freedom to decide which investments they prefer. WE have no proprietary products, resulting in unbiased client solutions, and are able to offer investments designed specifically with families of Special Needs in mind.
We also have worked carefully and diligently to develop relationships with some of the most respected resources in our community, leveraging the fields of Estate Planning, Elder Law, in order to be able to recommend professionals in other services you may need.