Online Resources
GENERAL RESOURCES
Interdisciplinary Council for Developmental and Learning Disorders
Information about development and the DIR/Floortime Model of treatment
www.icdl.com
Profectum
Advancing the development of all children, adolescents and adults with autism and special needs.
www.profectum.org
One Place for Special Needs
Online Resources for every area of special needs
http://www.oneplaceforspecialneeds.com/
IL Early Intervention Clearinghouse
Help for children with developmental delays in the 0-3 age range
http://www.eiclearinghouse.org/
IL Lifespan Project
Information and referral resource for advocacy and services
http://www.illinoislifespan.org/
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
http://nichcy.org/
SSI - Supplemental Security Income
Pays benefits to disabled adults and children with limited income & resources
http://socialsecurity.gov/pgm/ssi.htm
The ARC of IL
Education, Training, Advocacy, Support
http://www.thearcofil.org/
UCP - United Cerebral Palsy
Products and services for varying disabilities
http://affnet.ucp.org/
Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center - Effingham, IL
Support, Advocacy, Information, Education
Has a FREE lending library - will mail a book to you and provide shipping to mail it back
http://www.fmptic.org/
EDUCATIONAL GAMES
Luminosity
Specific Brain Games to help improve
- Memory
- Attention
- Speed
- Flexibility
- Problem Solving
http://www.lumosity.com/
DIETARY
Autism Network for Dietary Intervention
Provides help and support for the gluten-free & casein-free diet
http://www.autismndi.com/
NuLife Foods
Gluten Free, Casein Free, Soy Free products
http://www.nulifefoods.com/
Feingold Association
Dietary intervention for learning and behavior issues
http://www.feingold.org/
BIOMEDICAL TREATMENTS
Autism Research Institute
Dr. Rimland's Site
http://www.autism.com/
Natural Treatments for Tics & Tourettes
http://healthy-family.org/caryn/704
Dana's View on Yeast & Bacteria in Autism
http://www.danasview.net/yeast.htm
SPIRITUAL HELP
Children of Destiny
Daily prayers and spiritual support for parents of autistic children
http://www.childrenofdestiny.org/
Chosen Families
Support for families who wish to attend church with their special needs child.
Education for ministers to help them include those with disabilities in the church.
http://chosenfamilies.org/
TOILETING
HDIS - Home Delivery Incontinence Supplies
Incontinence Supplies through the mail - All ages
http://www.hdis.com/
HDIS Medicaid
Accepts Medicaid in 16 states, with a doctor's prescription
http://www.hdismedicaid.com/
Tinkle Toonz
Musical potty chairs and sensors
http://www.tinkletoonz.com/
SAFETY
My Precious Kid
Door Alarms, Velcro I.D. Bracelets, Temporary Tatoos, etc.
http://www.mypreciouskid.com
I.D. Tags
http://www.loveyourpets.com/
SOCIAL SKILLS
Model Me Kids
Teaching tools for children on the Autism spectrum, or with Nonverbal Learning Disorder.
http://www.modelmekids.com/
Watch Me Learn
Video teaching tools
http://www.watchmelearn.com/
Can Do Street
FREE online programs to help kids make good choices
http://www.candostreet.com/
DYSLEXIA
Davis Dyslexia Association International
http://www.dyslexia.com/
Free Online Test for Dyslexia
http://www.testdyslexia.com/
AUTISM
The Autism Program of IL
Provides services and support for children with autism
http://www.theautismprogram.org/
The Autism Society of America
Public awareness, Advocacy, Education
http://www.autism-society.org/
Autism One
Non-profit organization providing support and education
http://www.autismone.org/
SENSORY PROCESSING
Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation
http://www.spdnetwork.org/
EDUCATION
Little Giant Steps
Neurodevelopmental Approach to Learning
http://www.littlegiantsteps.com/
Tin Snips
Special Education Resources
http://www.tinsnips.org/
Do2Learn
Educational supplies and resources for Parents & Teachers of Special Needs
http://do2learn.com/
NoteAbilities
DVD's that include Social Skills, Speech Therapy, and Music - all in one
http://www.noteabilities.com/
PCI Education
Education materials for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities
http://www.pcieducation.com/
Super Duper Inc.
Fun learning materials for kids with special needs
http://www.superduperinc.com/
Timberdoodle
Homeschool supplies for all ages
Includes a section for Autism and other special needs
http://www.timberdoodle.com/
Joyce Herzog
Educational Support for learning disabilities
Phone counseling, tutoring, articles, products
http://www.joyceherzog.info/Joyce_Herzog/Welcome.html
PREACCH - Parents Raising & Educating Autistic Children in Christian Homes
http://www.bondingplace.com/bkpreacch/index.html
NATHHAN - National Challenged Homeschoolers Associated Network
Christian families homeschooling special needs children
http://www.nathhan.com/
Homeschool Curriculum and Support
Lots of great info on curriculum choices, including special needs
http://www.homeschool-curriculum-and-support.com/
HSLDA's Homeschooling a Struggling Learner
Encouragement, support, information on the law, etc.
http://www.hslda.org/strugglinglearner/default.asp
Information about Restraint and Seclusion in Schools
Summer Programs
Special Needs Baseball in Effingham! Call 217-342-4415 to learn more.
Oil Belt Day Camp in Flora May 21. Call 618-622-2822 or visit www.oilbelt.com
Camp New Hope in Neoga, IL. Call 217-895-2341 or visit www.cnhinc.org
Oil Belt Day Camp in Flora May 21. Call 618-622-2822 or visit www.oilbelt.com
Camp New Hope in Neoga, IL. Call 217-895-2341 or visit www.cnhinc.org
Financial Assistance
United Healthcare Children's Foundation - www.uhccf.org
One Hope United - www.onehopeunited.org
One Hope United - www.onehopeunited.org
A Collection of Local Resources
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