Links
This section of the PartnersTx web site lists links to other helpful organizations and resources available on the Internet. To skip to a certain alphabetical section on this page, click on a letter below.
Able Project http://www.ableproject.org/ - Provides a network where people with disabilities and their loved ones can effortlessly research, compare, locate and obtain mobility and assistive products.
Access Center www.k8accesscenter.org - The Access Center has developed strategies charts that provide research-based methods of increasing students' access to the general education curriculum. The chart outlines practices such as differentiated instruction, mnemonics, and peer assisted learning and how they can be incorporated into various academic subjects.
Access Stem - The Alliance for Access to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics http://www.washington.edu/doit/Stem/disability_type.html - The AccessSTEM web site is a space where K-12 teachers, postsecondary educators, and employers learn to make classroom and employment opportunities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) accessible to individuals with disabilities.
Advocacy, Inc. http://www.advocacyinc.org/ - The mission of Advocacy, Inc. is to advocate for, protect, and advance the legal, human, and service rights of people with disabilities.
Advocacy Institute http://www.advocacyinstitute.org/ - The Advocacy Institute is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization dedicated to the development of products, projects and services that work to improve the lives of people with disabilities.
Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing www.agbell.org - The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (AG Bell) is a lifelong resource, support network and advocate for listening, learning, talking and living independently with hearing loss. Through publications, advocacy, training, scholarships and financial aid, AG Bell promotes the use of spoken language and hearing technology.
American Latex Allergy Association www.latexallergyresources.org - The American Latex Allergy Association is a national non-profit organization that creates awareness of latex allergy through education, and provides support to individuals who have been diagnosed with latex allergy. This web site is designed to provide educational materials, publications and product information to assist you with your understanding of natural rubber latex allergy.
American Society for Deaf Children www.deafchildren.org - Providing support, encouragement, and information to families raising children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Americans with Disabilities Act http://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/adahom1.htm
Angelman Syndrome Foundation, Inc. www.angelman.org/angel/ - The Angelman Syndrome Foundation is a national organization of families, caregivers and professionals who care about those with Angelman Syndrome. ASF's mission is to advance the awareness and treatment of Angelman Syndrome through education and information, research, and support.
Apraxia Kids www.apraxia-kids.org - The Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA). Our mission is to strengthen the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia, so that each child has their best opportunity to develop speech.
Arc Link www.thearclink.org - The Arc of the United States is the national organization of and for people with mental retardation and related disabilities and their families. They are devoted to promoting and improving the quality of services for consumers and families.
Arc of Texas http://www.thearcoftexas.org/ - The Arc of Texas is the oldest and largest nonprofit, volunteer organization in the state committed to creating opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to be included in their communities and to make the choices which affect their lives.
ASPIE - Asperger's Syndrome Parent-Professional Information Exchange http://www.aspieinfo.com/ - ASPIE is a parent and professional support group serving the Greater Houston area that was created to provide information sharing and support to the many families and professionals who live and work with individuals with Asperger's Syndrome.
Attention Deficit Disorder Association - Southern Region (ADDA-SR) www.adda-sr.org/ - This web site provides information to assist parents, teachers, professionals, adults with ADHD or anyone wanting to learn more about ADHD.
Attention Deficit Disorder Resources www.addresources.org - The web site of Attention Deficit Disorder Resources has over 100 articles written by national ADHD authorities as well as adults with ADHD. Plenty of information for parents too. 100 plus links to ADHD-related web sites. Includes the National ADHD Directory with over 1000 ADHD Service Providers listed as well as a National ADHD Events Calendar. Free monthly eNews available.
Autism Project - University of Texas (UTAP) http://www.edb.utexas.edu/utap/ - The purpose of University of Texas Autism Project (UTAP) is to provide a center of excellence for services, knowledge, and best practices related to living, and working, with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
Autism Society of America - ASA www.autism-society.org - ASA is dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact. The Society and its chapters share a common mission of providing information and education, and supporting research and advocating for programs and services for the autism community.
Autism Web www.autismweb.com - AutismWeb is run by parent volunteers and branches into separate areas about the definitions of each autism spectrum disorder, warning signs, education, diet, recommended readings, news, conferences, and how to find resources within your community.
B
Beach Center on Disability http://www.beachcenter.org/ - Through excellence in research, teaching and technical assistance, and service in Kansas, the United States of America, and globally, and through collaborations with those individuals and entities dedicated to the same ends, the Beach Center on Disability will make a significant and sustainable difference in the quality of life of families and individuals affected by disability and of those who are closely involved with them.
Birth Defect Research for Children, Inc. www.birthdefects.org - Birth Defect Research for Children, Inc. (BDRC) is a non-profit organization that provides parents and expectant parents with information about birth defects and support services for their children.
Bright Futures www.brightfutures.org - The mission of Bright Futures is to promote and improve the health, education, and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, families, and communities.
Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research http://www.educ.ttu.edu/EDSP/burkhartproject/ - The Burkhart Center for Autism Education and Research provides research-based programming to enhance the quality of life for families and students with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Additionally, the center studies and disseminates best practice methods for transitioning individuals with autism spectrum disorders from secondary school to adulthood.
C
CADRE - Consortium for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education www.directionservice.org/cadre/ - CADRE, the National Center on Dispute Resolution, encourages the use of mediation and other collaborative strategies to resolve disagreements about special education and early intervention programs.
Center for Development and Learning - CDL http://www.cdl.org/ - Founded in 1992, the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) is a results-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. CDL specializes in the development and dissemination of leading edge research, knowledge, and best practices from multiple disciplines that impact teaching and learning. CDL's mission is to improve the life chances of all children, especially those at high risk, by increasing school success.
CHADD - Children and Adults With Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder www.chadd.org/ - This national non-profit, tax-exempt organization provides education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD.
CHARGE Syndrome Foundation www.chargesyndrome.org/ - The mission of the CHARGE Syndrome Foundation is to provide support to individuals with CHARGE syndrome and their families; to gather, develop, maintain and distribute information about CHARGE syndrome; and to promote awareness and research regarding its identification, cause and management.
Children with Spina Bifida: A Resource Page for Parents http://www.waisman.wisc.edu/~rowley/sb-kids/
Children's Liver Association for Support Services - CLASS http://www.classkids.org/ - C.L.A.S.S. is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization dedicated to serving the emotional, educational, and financial needs of families coping with childhood liver disease and transplantation. Our goal is to be both a service to families and a valuable resource for the medical community.
Children's Tumor Foundation http://www.ctf.org/ - The Children's Tumor Foundation. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) medical foundation, dedicated to improving the health and well being of individuals and families affected by the neurofibromatoses (NF).
Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Foundation, Inc. - CdLS www.cdlsusa.org/ - The CdLS Foundation is a family support organization which exists to reach out, provide help and offer hope to everyone touched by this genetic condition. Our primary purpose is to offer support on a personal basis and we encourage you to let us know how we can help you and the person in your life with CdLS.
Council for Exceptional Children www.cec.sped.org/ and www.ideapractices.org/ - This site offers the latest information on the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) 2004, CEC's summary and analysis of the new IDEA, press releases on the bill, and a link to the bill itself.
D
D.A.N.I.S.H. Dallas Asperger Network for Information, Support and Help http://www.aspergerinfo.org/ - D.A.N.I.S.H. is a support group for families struggling with Asperger Syndrome (AS). We welcome parents and guardians of children of all ages with AS. Our purpose is to meet and share information, especially with regard to resources for AS and related disorders in the Dallas area.
Deaf-Blind Multi handicapped Association of Texas http://www.dbmat-tx.org - This organization was established in 1975. They are a Family-Professional organization and advocate for all ages of individuals who are deaf-blind and multi handicapped. The services provided include statewide advocacy, parent education, annual meetings, involvement on advisory boards, The Parent Connection and SIB STREET- The Sibling Connection.
Deaf Network http://www.deafnetwork.com/
Department of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) http://www.dars.state.tx.us/
Disability Info.gov www.disabilityinfo.gov - This is a comprehensive online resource that provides access to disability-related information and programs available across the government on numerous subjects, including civil rights, community life, education, employment, housing, health, income support, technology and transportation.
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund - DREDF www.dredf.org/ - Founded in 1979 by people with disabilities and parents of children with disabilities, the Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund, Inc. (DREDF) is a national law and policy center dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil rights of people with disabilities through legislation, litigation, advocacy, technical assistance, and education and training of attorneys, advocates, persons with disabilities, and parents of children with disabilities.
Down Syndrome Association of Central Texas - DSACT www.dsacentraltx.org - The mission of DSACT is to provide support and resources to individuals with Down syndrome, their families, professionals, and the community.
Down Syndrome Association of Houston - DSAH www.dsah.net - The Down Syndrome Association of Houston is a non-profit organization. Our goal is to provide information and support to anyone interested in Down Syndrome.
Dysautonomia Foundation, Inc. www.familialdysautonomia.org/ - The Dysautonomia Foundation Inc. is a non-profit organization founded in 1951 by the parents of afflicted children. Their web site offers information to families and other lay and professional persons who request medical, educational, or promotional material concerning Familial Dysautonomia.
E
Easter Seals www.easterseals.com - Easter Seals has been helping individuals with disabilities and special needs, and their families, live better lives for more than 80 years. From child development centers to physical rehabilitation and job training for people with disabilities, Easter Seals offers a variety of services to help people with disabilities address life's challenges and achieve personal goals.
East Texas Advocacy Network www.easttexasadvocacynetwork.org - "Behind the Pines" East Texas Advocacy Network is an independent group of advocates promoting and supporting the rights, inclusion, integration, and independence of all East Texans.
Epilespy.com www.epilepsy.com - An online resource provided by the Epilepsy Therapy Development Project. Our mission is to inform and empower two groups of patients and their families: those facing newly diagnosed epilepsy, and those struggling with epilepsy that has resisted treatment.
Epilepsy Foundation of America www.epilepsyfoundation.org/ - The organization works to ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and to prevent, control and cure epilepsy through research, education, advocacy and services. In addition to programs conducted at the national level, epilepsy clients throughout the United States are served by affiliated Epilepsy Foundation offices in nearly 100 communities.
EROD - Education Resource Organizations Directory http://wdcrobcolp01.ed.gov/Programs/EROD/ - The U.S. Department of Education's EROD is for parents, students, teachers and others looking for the ultimate directory of education resource organizations. It currently contains contact nd descriptive information about more than 2,950 national, regional, and state organizations.
Exceptional Parent www.eparent.com - Continuing 35 award-winning years of providing information, support, ideas, encouragement and outreach for parents and families of children with disabilities, and the professionals who work with them.
F
Families and Advocates Partnership for Education (FAPE) www.fape.org - FAPE project is a partnership that aims to improve the educational outcomes for children with disabilities. It links families, advocates, and self-advocates to information about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The project is designed to address the information needs of the 6 million families throughout the Country whose children with disabilities receive special education services.
Family Center on Technology and Disability (FCTD) http://www.fctd.info - The Family Center on Technology and Disability (FCTD) website is a source full of assitive/instructional technology resources of interest to families of children with disabilities. The website offers access to monthly newsletters, online discussions moderated by nationally recognized experts, a database of FCTD members which is comprised of more than 3,000 disability organizations, a resource review database with hundreds of reviews of AT resources and more. Through the site users can also access the FCTD AT Family Guides as well as resources in Spanish.
Family Support Center on Disabilities: Knowledge & Involvement Network (KIN) http://www.familysupportclearinghouse.org/ - he Family Support Center on Disabilities: Knowledge & Involvement Network was funded in 2008 by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities, Administration for Children and Families, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We offer a centralized resource to individuals with disabilities, their families and the public on the full range of options available to them. We also provide information and connections to help them make informed choices and participate in decision making.
FEAT (Families for Effective Autism Treatment) - Houston www.feathouston.org/ - FEAT-Houston, Inc is a non-profit corporation. On this site you will be able to find out information about Autism, ABA Treatment and support groups in the Houston and Texas area.
Federation for Children with Special Needs www.fcsn.org - The Federation for Children with Special Needs provides information, support, and assistance to parents of children with disabilities, their professional partners, and their communities.
First Signs www.firstsigns.org - First Signs,Inc. is a national non-profit organization dedicated to educating parents and pediatric professionals about the early warning signs of autism and other developmental disorders.
G
George Washington University HEATH Resource Center www.heath.gwu.edu/ - A National Clearinghouse on Post secondary Education for Individuals with Disabilities.
Guiding Eyes for the Blind www.guidingeyes.org - Guiding Eyes for the Blind is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides trained guide dogs for the visually impaired throughout the United States and the entire world. Our guide dogs are assistance dogs trained to be of service to lead blind or visually impaired people.
H
Helen Keller National Center www.hknc.org - This is a national rehabilitation program authorized by the federal government to provide services for youths and adults who are deaf-blind.
Hydrocephalus Association www.hydroassoc.org - Our mission is to provide support, education and advocacy for individuals, families and professionals. Our goal is to ensure that families and individuals dealing with the complex issues of hydrocephalus receive: 1. Personal support, 2. Comprehensive educational material, 3. Ongoing quality health care. We provide a wealth of services and resources to our members and non-members alike.
I
IDEA 2004 http://idea.ed.gov/ - This new U. S. Department of Education web site was created to provide a one-stop shop for resources related to IDEA and its implementing regulations. The site provides searchable versions of the statute and regulations, as well as, access to cross-referenced content from other laws, such as the No Child Left Behind Act and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.
IDEA Partnership www.ideapartnership.org - This web site reflects the collaborative work of more than 55 national organizations, as well as technical assistance providers, and State and local organizations and agencies. Together with the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), the Partner organizations form a community with the potential to transform the way we work.
ILRU - Independent Living Research Utilization www.ilru.org/ - This is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Its goal is to expand the body of knowledge in independent living and to improve utilization of results of research programs and demonstration projects in this field. It is a program of TIRR (The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research), a nationally recognized medical rehabilitation facility for persons with disabilities.
International Dyslexia Association - IDA www.interdys.org - The International Dyslexia Association (IDA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, scientific, and educational organization dedicated to the study and treatment of the learning disability, dyslexia. IDA is the oldest such organization in the U.S. that serves individuals with dyslexia, their families, and professionals in the field.
J
K
L
LD Online www.ldonline.org - LD OnLine seeks to help children and adults reach their full potential by providing accurate and up-to-date information and advice about learning disabilities and ADHD. The site features hundreds of helpful articles, monthly columns by noted experts, first person essays, children’s writing and artwork, a comprehensive resource guide, very active forums, and a Yellow Pages referral directory of professionals, schools, and products.
Learning Disability Association of Texas www.ldat.org - The Learning Disabilities Association of Texas (LDAT) is a not-for-profit, volunteer organization dedicated to advancing the education and general welfare of persons with learning disabilities.
Legal Framework for the Child-Centered Educational Process http://framework.esc18.net/ - The Legal Framework for the Child-Centered Process is a template in an electronic format that summarizes state and federal requirements for special education by topic. It is a Texas Education Agency project under the state leadership of Region 18 Education Service Center.
Let's Play Projects http://letsplay.buffalo.edu/index.html - Play is how kids grow; it's what they do! All children need opportunities to discover and actively explore the world around them. However, for many young children with disabilities, play is often limited. The Let's Play! Projects look to provide families with ways to play through the use of assistive technology.
The Little Acorn www.thelittleacorn.net/ - The Little Acorn is a parent-run organization that publishes health care journals for children with various disabilities. The disability-specific journals help families keep track of immunizations, check-ups, medications, diet, illnesses, and other health information.
M
MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome www.asperger.org - MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and advice to families of More advanced individuals with Autism, Asperger syndrome, and Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD).
N
NAMI Texas
The National Alliance on Mental Illness http://www.namitexas.org/ - The mission of NAMI Texas is to improve the lives of all persons affected by serious mental illness by providing support, education and advocacy through a grassroots network.
National Association of the Deaf www.nad.org - The mission of the National Association of the Deaf is to promote, protect, and preserve the rights and quality of life of deaf and hard of hearing individuals in the United States of America.
National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) www.ncld.org - The National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD) works to ensure that the nation's 15 million children, adolescents and adults with learning disabilities have every opportunity to succeed in school, work and life. NCLD provides essential information to parents, professionals and individuals with learning disabilities, promotes research and programs to foster effective learning and advocates for policies to protect and strengthen educational rights and opportunities.
National Center on Response to Intervention RTI State Database http://state.rti4success.org/ - The State Database provides resources on a number of topics related to response to intervention (RTI). The resources, which range from policy documents and briefs to trainings and tools, were developed by states, districts, or territories, in the U.S. who are in different stages of implementing Response to Intervention.
National Center on Student Progress Monitoring http://www.studentprogress.org/ - A national technical assistance and dissemination center, funded by OSEP, dedicated to the implementation of scientifically based student progress monitoring.
National Coalition on Auditory Processing Disorders www.ncapd.org - The mission of the National Coalition on Auditory Processing Disorders, Inc. is to assist families and individuals affected by auditory processing disorders through education, support, and public awareness as well as promoting auditory access of information for those affected by auditory processing disorders.
National Consortium on Deaf-Blindness http://nationaldb.org/index.php - The National Consortium on Deaf-Blindness (NCDB) is a national technical assistance and dissemination center for children and youth who are deaf-blind. The consortium focuses on two major purposes as required by OSEP. The first is to promote academic achievement and results for children and youth (from birth to age 26) who are deaf-blind, through technical assistance, model demonstration, and information dissemination activities that are supported by evidence-based practices.
National Directory of Family-Run & Youth-Guided Organizations for Children's Mental Health http://familyorgdirectory.fmhi.usf.edu/default.cfm - The directory lists family-run and youth-guided organizations and support groups throughout the United States, US Territories and Tribal Nations. You can search our database to find organizations across the country run by families or youth consumers that are working to support families who have children and adolescents with emotional/behavioral and or mental health challenges and to improve mental health services and supports.
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities - NICHCY www.nichcy.org - This site offers information on: Disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth, IDEA, and No Child Left Behind, and effective educational practices based on research.
National Down Syndrome Society www.ndss.org - The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to benefit people with Down syndrome and their families through national leadership in education, research, and advocacy.
National Fragile X Foundation http://fragilex.org - The National Fragile X Foundation unites the Fragile X community to enrich lives through educational and emotional support, promote public and professional awareness, and advance research toward improved treatments and a cure for Fragile X.
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke http://www.ninds.nih.gov/ - The NINDS conducts and supports research on brain and nervous system disorders. NINDS is one of the more than two dozen research institutes and centers that comprise the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) www.rarediseases.org - The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD), a 501(c)3 organization, is a unique federation of voluntary health organizations dedicated to helping people with rare "orphan" diseases and assisting the organizations that serve them. NORD is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and service.
National Resource Center on ADHD www.help4adhd.org - The National Resource Center on AD/HD (NRC): A Program of CHADD (Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder), was established in 2002 to be the national clearinghouse for the latest evidence-based information on AD/HD. The NRC provides comprehensive information and support to individuals with AD/HD, their families and friends, and the professionals involved in their lives.
National Technical Assistance Center - NTAC-APPI www.ntac.hawaii.edu/ - The National Technical Assistance Center works to increase employment opportunities for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders with disabilities nationwide, in both rural and urban areas.
O
Oasis - Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support www.aspergersyndrome.org
P
PACER Center www.pacer.org - The mission of PACER Center is to expand opportunities and enhance the quality of life of children and young adults with disabilities and their families. It is based on the concept of parents helping parents.
PacerKidsAgainstBullying.org http://www.pacerkidsagainstbullying.org - Web site features lesson plans and materials for teachers, resources for parents, and interactive activities to teach second through sixth graders about bullying and how to prevent it.
PLUK-Parents, Let's Unite for Kids www.pluk.org/ - PLUK is a private, nonprofit organization formed in 1984 by parents of children with disabilities and chronic illnesses in the state of Montana for the purpose of information, support, training and assistance to aid their children at home, school and as adults.
Project ACHIEVE www.projectachieve.info/home.html - Project ACHIEVE helps schools, communities, and families to develop, strengthen, reinforce, and solidify children and adolescents’ resilience, protective, and effective self-management skills such that they are more able to resist unhealthy and maladaptive behavior patterns.
Project Sunshine of Sam Houston State University http://www.shsu.edu/~org_pso/ - Project Sunshine is a non-denominational, not-for-profit, national organization, which provides numerous free programs and services to children with disabilities and/or special needs. Services are provided to children ages 3-22. Project Sunshine and its staff work towards the goal of bringing smiles and joy to the children of Walker County and its surrounding areas.
Proyecto Visión http://www.proyectovision.net/index.html - Proyecto Visión is a bilingual project to connect Latinos with disabilities to employment opportunities.
Q
R
Reading Rockets www.readingrockets.org
This is a Web site by Reading Rockets that helps parents and teachers determine the specific problem a child may be experiencing with reading. The Web site describes aspects of reading such as phonological awareness and fluency and gives examples of how each area affects a child's reading. The tool gives suggestions of ways to help and resources for more information.
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic - Texas http://www.rfbd.org/TXabout.htm - The Texas Unit of Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic® was founded in 1973 in Austin, Texas. We are one of 29 studios around the US recording textbooks and educational material onto RFB&D's Classic Cassettes™, and RFB&D's AudioPlus® books.
S
Safe Place - Disability Services ASA www.austin-safeplace.org - This site provides education to people with disabilities in order to increase awareness about sexual abuse/assault, domestic violence and abuse by personal care providers, personal safety planning, healthy relationships and sexuality.
SchwabLearning www.schwablearning.org - The vision at Schwab Learning is to help kids with learning differences be successful in learning and life by providing LD information and resources to parents.
Special Education Rules & Regulations http://www.partnerstx.org/PDF/SpEdSidebySide.pdf - Side-by-side resource of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), State Board of Education Rules, Commissioner's Rules, and Texas State Laws.
Spina Bifida Association of America www.sbaa.org - The mission of SBA is to promote the prevention of spina bifida and to enhance the lives of all affected.
Spina Bifida Association of the Houston Gulf Coast (SBAHGC) www.sbahgc.org - The mission of SBAHGC is to enhance the lives of those with Spina Bifida (SB) through information services, a family support network and social activities, and to increase public and professional awareness and prevention of SB.
Spina Bifida Association of Texas www.sbatx.org/ - This organization is committed to helping every person affected with Spina Bifida reach his or her maximum potential. Their efforts concentrate on promoting prevention, educating individuals, and by providing support and encouragement to families affected by Spina Bifida.
Spokes'n Motion www.spokesnmotion.com - Spokes 'n Motion works with many companies to help continue offering and creating new opportunities to the disabled community. Equipment and services now cover skiing, water sports, wheelchairs, cycling, travel, adventure sports, and new to services are accessibility products. They also offer a variety of sport events and recreation events around the world.
STOMP - Specialized Training of Military Parents www.stompproject.org/ - STOMP is the only National Parent Training and Information Center for military families providing support and advice to military parents without regard of the type of medical condition their child has.
Stop Bullying Now http://www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) web site is a great resource of information for children and parents about bullying, prevention, and intervention. Some of the resources available are fact sheets, online games, webisodes, and more.
T
TAcommunites http://www.tacommunities.org/ev_en.php - TAcommunities.org is one of several forums available as part of OSEP's Technical Assistance initiative to exchange strategies and ideas that will improve outcomes for children with disabilities. This project seeks to combine OSEP resources from the Monitoring and State Improvement Planning Division and technical assistance resources from the Research to Practice Division.
TASH www.tash.org/ - TASH is an international association of people with disabilities, their family members, other advocates, and professionals fighting for a society in which inclusion of all people in all aspects of society is the norm.
Technical Assistance ALLIANCE for Parents Centers www.taalliance.org - This center supports a unified technical assistance system for the purpose of developing, assisting and coordinating Parent Training and Information Projects and Community Parent Resource Centers under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Texas Association of the Deaf - TAD www.deaftexas.org/ - Texas Association of the Deaf (TAD) is a membership organization to provide information and education including surveys and studies to bring the viewpoint on various issues affecting the lives who are D/deaf or hard of hearing at all levels of the community.
Texas Autism Advocacy www.texasautismadvocacy.org - This site offers online networking and resource sharing for parents and professionals connected by Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Texas Behavior Support Initiative http://www.txbsi.org - The Texas Behavior Support Initiative (TBSI) is designed to build capacity in Texas schools for the provision of Positive Behavior Support (PBS) to all students.The TBSI training modules assist campus teams in developing and implementing a wide range of behavior strategies and prevention-based interventions.
Texas Education Agency (TEA) - A Division of IDEA www.tea.state.tx.us/special.ed/
Texas Parent to Parent http://www.txp2p.org/ - Texas Parent to Parent supports children with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and other special needs by empowering their families to be advocates for them through peer support, resource referral and public awareness.
Texas Project First www.texasprojectfirst.org - The Texas Project First web site provides information and resources available to parents of students with disabilities.
Tourette Texas www.tourettetexas.org/ - The Tourette Syndrome Association of Texas, one of the largest chapters in the country, is a 501 ( c )3 non-profit organization. This organization offers support, education, advocacy, referrals and much more to families of children with Tourette Syndrome.
U
United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Houston www.ucphouston.org - United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Houston, Inc. (UCP) is a non-profit corporation established to provide services to individuals with cerebral palsy and all other disabilities and their families. As an affiliate of United Cerebral Palsy Associations, the agency supports advocacy, public information and education, and research programs.
V
W
Washington PAVE www.washingtonpave.org/ - Washington PAVE is a parent directed organization that works with families, individuals with disabilities, professionals and community members in all walks of life and with all types of disabilities.
The What Works Clearinghouse www.w-w-c.org - Established by the U.S. Department of Education, this web site provides the public with a central source of research-based evidence of what works in education.
Wrightslaw www.wrightslaw.com - This site offers accurate, current information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities.
