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Sorry I do not know what happened to the last e mail, it had one web site on there way too many times

Selected Internet Resources for Advocacy/Legal Issues

ADA Home Pagehttp://www.usdoj.gov/crt/ada/adahom1.htm

The ARChttp://www.thearc.org/

Bazelon Center for Mental Health Lawhttp://www.bazelon.org/welcome.html

Center for the Study and Advancement of Disability Policy (CSADP)http://www.disabilitypolicycenter.org/

Center on Human Policyhttp://soeweb.syr.edu/thechp/

Consortium for Appropriate Dispute Resolution in Special Education (CADRE) http://www.directionservice.org/cadre

EDLAW, Inc. (Education law)http://www.edlaw.net/

Federal Registerhttp://www.access.gpo.gov/su_docs/aces/aces140.html

FindLaw, Your Online Legal Resourcehttp://findlaw.com/

IDEA Practices http://www.ideapractices.org/

IDEA Practices Litigation Loghttp://www.ideapractices.org/law/litigationLog.phpThe Litigation Log provides summaries and links to cases that clarify due process, eligibility, evaluation (and private school reimbursement) FAPE, LRE/inclusion, placement, and related services.

LEXIS Databasehttp://www.lexis-nexis.com/(You must pay a subscription fee in order to use this database.)

LRP Publications, Inc.http://www.lrp.com/

National Association of State Boards of Educationhttp://www.nasbe.org/edprofiles.html

National Association of State Directors of Special Educationhttp://nasdse.org/

National School Boards Associationhttp://www.nsba.org/

Nolo.com Self-Help Law Centerhttp://www.nolo.com/ChunkKID/KID.index.html

, J.D., Special Education Law http://www.reedmartin.com/

Supreme Court Decisionshttp://supct.law.cornell.edu/supct/index.html

Legislative Informationhttp://thomas.loc.gov/Keyword search from last two congressional sessions

U.S. Codehttp://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode

Westlaw Databasehttp://www.westlaw.com/(You must pay a subscription fee in order to use this database.)

slawhttp://www.wrightslaw.com/

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National Association of School Psychologists, Position Statement on Student Grade Retention and Social Promotion (1998).

"The National Association of School Psychologists promotes the use of interventions that are effective and research-based and discourages the use of practices which, though popular or widely accepted, are neither not beneficial or are harmful to the welfare and educational attainment of America's children and youth. Through many years of research, the practice of retaining children in grade has been shown to be ineffective in meeting the needs of children who are academically delayed." Download hit CTRL while clicking on link

Retention and Social Promotion

National Association of School Psychologists, Retention and Promotion: A Handout for Parents (1998).

Finds that "research does not support the notion that retention helps children to 'catch up' and that 'social promotion' - sending children on to the next grade regardless of performance -pushes children through the school system without requiring mastery of basic skills

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National Institutes of Health. Report of the National Reading Panel, Teaching Children to Read: An Evidence-Based Assessment of the Scientific Research Literature on Reading and Its Implications for Reading Instruction (2000).

To order as NIH Publication Number 00-4769, contact NICHD Clearinghouse at 1-

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Office of the Surgeon General, Children and Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General (2000).

According to the landmark "Global Burden of Disease" study, 4 of the 10 leading causes of disability for people 5 years of age and older are mental disorders. Children and Mental Health describes normal child development; risk factors and prevention; describes mental disorders in children, including ADHD, depression, anxiety disorders, autism, disruptive disorders, substance abuse, and eating disorders and effective treatments for these disorders. Download Full text of Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General

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ERIC Clearinghouse on Disabilities and Gifted Education, Designing Individualized Education Program (IEP) Transition Plans (2000).

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires schools to prepare students with disabilities for employment and independent living. Transition planning that involves students and their families leads to post-school success and independence. Article describes how to design quality IEP

http://www.cpt.fsu.edu/ese/accomm/504rehab.html

this is a glossary of terms used by the ese departments.

http://www.cpt.fsu.edu/ese/glossary.html

this is an entire website devoted to 504 plans.

http://www.504idea.org/

how the districts look, in a nutshell...

http://www.504idea.org/Howfit.pdf

interesting reading, need adobe for these brochures to download

http://www.504idea.org/504resources.html

You will find listings of advocates and attorneys in your State Yellow Pages.

3D LearnerMark Halpert and Mira Halpert M.Ed. 3121 NW 108th DrCoral Springs, FL 33065E-mail: success@...Web: http://www.3dlearner.com/3D Learner's hands-on training helps smart struggling students improve their FCAT scores, reading comprehension, attention and self-esteem. FREE Assessment and Teleclass at 3D Learner.

ABC Interventions, Inc.Frans van Haaren, Ph.D., BCBA8665 Glen Lakes BlvdSt. sburg, FL 33702; Fax: E-mail: behaviormax@...Web: http://www.abcinterventions.com/To assist parents and professionals in producing positive behavior change and language acquisition in children with autism and related disabilities using the concepts and principles of applied behavior analysis and verbal behavior.

Academic Center of Tampa Counts13018 N. Dale Mabry Hwy.Tampa, FL 33618; Fax: E-mail: ecountss@...Web: http://www.tutoringnow.com/Offering one-on-one tutoring to students K-Adult, Academic Center is the premier private learning center for students. Free diagnostic assessment. Certified teachers.

"ACE" Advocating Children's EducationAna and Bill , Founding advocatesTampa, FL(813)361-2465E-mail: ace4you@...Web: http://www.advocatingchildrenseducation.com/Providing support to parents of children's with learning disabilities through a variety of advocacy services. This can be provided from the evaluation up to the placement process of the child to ensure appropriate services are provided by the education system, so that truly "No Child Will Be Left Behind".

Advocacy, Consulting, Children's Exceptional Learning (ACCEL) Whitcher, M.Edville, FLE-mail: president@...Web: http://www.accel-ed.com/

Alpha Allied Home Care, Inc.5725 Corp Way, Suite 203West Palm Beach, FL 33407; Fax: E-mail: AAHCare@...Providing Non-Residential, Residential Habilitation, Respite, Companion, Sitter, PCA, Escort, etc. for mentally challenged/developmentally disabled. Accepts Medwaiver, Insurance, and Self-pay.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) & Accessible IT Resource CenterSoutheast Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center (DBTAC)490 Tenth StreetAtlanta, GA 30318 (V/TTY)E-mail: sedbtacproject@...Web: http://www.sedbtac.org/

The ARC of CountyAdam 2001 S. Kanner HwyStuart Fl, 34994E-mail: Amiller@...Web: www.arcmc.orgThe ARC of County is a local non profit that provides supports and services to children and adults with developmental disabilities, including respite, personal care assistance, and advocacy.

Assistive Technology Educational Network of Florida (ATEN)1207 Mellonville AvenueSanford, FL 32771 (Florida only) | Fax Web:http://fdlrs.brevard.k12.fl.us/fdlrs/ATEN.htmlWeb: http://www.aten.scps.k12.fl.us/

Association for Retarded Citizens/Florida 411 E. College Avenue Tallahassee, FL 32301 E-mail: arcfl@...Web: http://www.arcflorida.org/

Atlantic Counseling Associates Inc. Atlantic Inclusive Academy5525 N. Courtenay ParkwayMerritt Island, FL 32953; Fax: E-mail: DrPLHolmes@...We offer Play Therapy for children as well as a non profit private school serving K-12 grade, tutoring, home school assistance.

Autism Intervention ServicesApril Choulat, Autism Consultant1617 Street, Tallahassee, FL 32310E-mail: purplpeople@...Provide Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) evaluation, treatment planning, implementation, and ongoing support to families with children and youth (ages 18 mos. -18 years) diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, or any brain-based disorder impacting social development. Currently consult with families in NE Florida and SE Georgia.

Autism Society of FloridaPO Box 970646Coconut Creek, FL 33097; Fax: E-mail: rt66ellen@...Web: http://www.autismfl.com/

B-FOCASD (Brevard Families of Children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders)Cari Wheat, Founder743 Conestee Dr.W. Melbourne, FL 32904(321)727-1028E-mail: cari@...Web: http://www.bfocasd.com/B-FOCASD is a support group for families and educators of children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Sensory Integration Disorder or similar conditions.

Believing in Exceptional Students of Tampa (B.E.S.T.)Tampa, FL 33624(813)361-2465E-mail: ace4you@...Web: advocatingchildrenseducation.comB.E.S.T. is a support group for parents of exceptional students. It was created by parents with the support of several organizations such as : FND, FDLRS, ACE, ACT and other community resources. B.E.S.T. offers FREE educational workshops on a variety of special education topics.Brain Injury Association of Florida (BIAF)North Broward Medical Center201 E. Sample RoadPompano Beach, FL 33064; (in FL)E-mail: info@...Web: http://www.biaf.org/

Broward Children’s Center, Inc.Marjorie 200 SE 19th AvenuePompano Beach, FL 33060; Fax: E-mail: margee@...Web: http://www.browardchildrenscenter.org/Private, non-profit organization providing a continuum of services for children, adolescents and young adults with special health care needs and their families. Services include: Pediatric Skilled Nursing Facility, Three Medical Group Homes, Home Health, Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care Unit (medical daycare), Preschools, Therapy, Kids Clinic, and Respite Care.

Cadenza Music Therapy, Inc.Contact: Reitman, MS, MMT, MT-BC1115 N. 14th Ave.Hollywood, FL 33020; Fax: E-mail: CadenzaMTx@...We provide clinical music therapy services to children with developmental disabilities, autism/PDD, ADHD, Down's syndrome, etc. in Dade & South Broward Counties. Our board-certified music therapists conduct assessments, group and individual sessions in home or clinic. Consultation services, workshops, and inservice trainings also available. Center for Health, Learning & Achievement N. Braccia MA,CAS,LSP #SS710 Administrator1525 South Alafaya Trail, Suite 102Orlando, FL 32828(407) 382- 5551; Fax: E-mail: abraccia@... Web: http://www.learningandachievement.com/We are a multi-disciplinary assessment and remediation center made up of Psychology, Counseling, Speech and Language, Occupational Therapy, Audiology, Developmental Optometry, and Educational Tutoring.

Center for Independent Living in Central Florida, Inc720 N Denning DrWinter Park, FL 32789; TDD; Web: www.cilorlando.orgWe provide sign language classes for parents of deaf children. Our Students with Disabilities Program provides assistive technology and transition services for students in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties. Center for Individual Learning & AchievementCila Nudelman, Psy.D.20801 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 403Aventura, FL 33180; Fax: Provides assistance for students facing academic challenges. Services aimed at identifying and remediating academic weaknesses. Services include: Neuro-Developmental Screenings, Neuropsychological/Educational Evaluations, and Individual Instruction/Remediation. Children's Center For Therapy and Learning, Inc Dana Almond, Director 2124 NE 123rd Street, Suite 204North Miami, FL 33181; Fax: E-mail: danaa@...Offering, speech, occupational and physical therapy for children as well as tutoring, and behavior intervention. Fast Forward and Interactive Metronome Providers. Autism specialist on staff. CHEM, Childrens Health & Educational Management Inc. Dianee Chang-7800 SW Red Road, Suite #126South Miami FL, 33143; Fax: E-mai: Edtheraphy@...Early Intervention & Education Development Services Clinical educational, art, music therapy and tutorial services for children with developmental disabilities, autism/PDD, ADHD, Down's syndrome, etc. in Miami-Dade County. Group and individual sessions in home, clinic or child care, emphasizing the natural environment delivery model. Consultation services, workshops, and in-service trainings also available. Also in partnership to offer Speech and Language, Occupational, Physical Therapist services.

Children's Home Society of FloridaEmerald Coast Division700 W. 23rd St. Suite 100Panama City, FL 32405E-mail: lisa.powell@...Web: http://www.chsfl.org/ Children's Medical ServicesCheryl 6800 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. #130 Tampa, FL 33614; Fax: E-mail: Cheryl_@... Children's Psychology Associates2771 Executive Park Drive, Suite 6Weston, FL 33331; Web: http://www.childpsych.org/A premier Multi-Specialty Pediatric Developmental-Behavioral Center with offices in Weston and Palm Beach, Fl. We provide CBAM (a form of Discrete Trial Therapy), Verbal Behavior, Developmental Pediatrics, Clinical Psychology,Rehabilitative Services (speech and occupational therapy), Home-Based Therapy and Educational Therapy/Advocacy.

CITE, Inc. - Center for Independence, Technology & Education215 E. New Hampshiire St.Orlando, FL 32804E-mail:comcite@... CARD - Center for Autism and Related DisabilitiesInformation, education, technical assistance and direct services are provided to eligible individuals on the autism spectrum, their families, and professionals who work with them.

Florida State University 625-B North StreetTallahassee, FL 32301 Phone: , ; Fax: E-mail: renglish@...Web: http://autism.fsu.edu/ University of South FloridaLouis de la Parte Mental Health InstituteDepartment of Child & Family Studies13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-ATampa, Fl 33612-3899; ; In Florida , FAX: Web: http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ University of Central Florida12001 Science Drive, Suite 145Orlando, FL 32826 ; In Florida Web: http://www.ucf-card.org/

University of FloridaP.O. Box 100234Gainesville, FL 32610-0234 or Web: http://www.card.ufl.edu/

University of Florida at ville6026 San Blvd ville, FL 32217Phone: (904)) 306-0002 ; FAX: Web: http://www.card.ufl.edu/

University of MiamiDept.of Psychology1500 Monza Avenue, Third FloorCoral Gables, FL 33124-3004 ; In Florida (800) 9-AUTISMWeb: http://www.umcard.org/index.htm

Comprehensive Music Therapy ServicesVicki L. Gross, Mt - BC2809 Silver Palm Dr.Edgewater, FL. 32141 or E-mail: grossrvaj1@...Web: http://www.comprehensivemusictherapy.com/Serving the East Central Florida area, music therapy intervention programs are specifically designed for children, adults, and elderly people to result in positive outcome. Mrs. Gross presents seminars for health and education professionals, provides consultation, IEP assessments for children, develops programs for many types of agencies, and will even provide gift home and hospital visits. Music therapy is being used in many facilities, striving for positive programs that enhance and enrich their clients' therapeutic experience in schools, clinics, adult/child day care, private and public counseling, and residential facilities.The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC)Web: http://www.cec.sped.org/

Dimensions: Achievements In Therapy20704 West Dixie HighwayAventura, FL 33180, Fax: E-mail: dimensions@...Web: http://www.dimensionstherapy.com/We offer speech & language, oral- motor and dysphagia therapy, occupational therapy, sensory integration,physical therapy, music therapy, Fast Forword, interactive metronome, cranial sacral therapy...and more. Our innovative treatment methods strengthen your body, empower your mind, awaken your potential and maximize your growth in a nurturing and caring environment by skilled and certified professionals. Come & Experience the Difference.

Tashawna K. Duncan, Ph.D.3633 Cortez Road West, Ste A4Bradenton, FL 34210; Fax: E-mail: drduncan@...Web: http://www.psychforkids.com/Licensed psychologist, licensed school psychologist, and certified special education teacher. Psychological, neuropsychological, and psychoeducational evaluations, counseling and behavioral services for children and adolescents. Most insurance accepted. Beth -Wellington, Esq. M.P.H.Principal Attorney/Educational ConsultantKidslaw: Adoption, Education & Health Care AdvocacyP.O. Box 831325Miami, FL 33283-1325E- mail: kidslaw@...

Easter Seals Camp Challenge Guinta31600 Camp Challenge RdSorrento, FL 32776; Fax: E-mail: camp@...Web: http://www.campchallengefl.com/A residential camp for children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities serving the entire state of Florida. Camp Challenge also offers a once a month respite camp throughout the year. Epilepsy ProgramFlorida Department of Health, HSFCD4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A-18Tallahassee, FL 32399-1744E-mail: _Ladd@...Web: www.doh.state.fl.us/

Epilepsy Services of Southwest Florida1900 Main Street, Suite 212Sarasota, FL 34236-8545E-mail: epilepsy@... Easter Seals Florida1040 Woodcock Road, Suite 215Orlando, FL 32803E-mail: rgriggs@...E-mail: info@... Education Recovery, Inc.Deborah L. Kern, BSW44 Magnolia AvenueShalimar, Florida 32579E-mail: scottndebbiekern@... L. kson, Atty.1998 ville Rd., Blgt 1., Ste. 3Asheville, NC 28803E-mail: justs4all@...

Extra Special Kids,Inc.JoAnne Chalom,Ed.S.2141 North University Drive, Suite 275Coral Springs, FL 33071; Fax: E-mail: info@...Web: http://www.extraspecialkids.com/Extra Special Kids, Inc. is an independent firm providing educational and parent training services to South Florida families and educational community. Our practice focuses on continuous assessment and proactive interventions to help our clients achieve their educational and transitional needs. Our mission is to provide clients with the tools needed to make intelligent decisions while creating goals appropriate to meet their needs.

FIT FOR KIDS1868 NE 164th stNMB, Fl. 33162; Fax: E-mail: fitforkids@... Web: www.fitforkids.netWe provide SPEECH, OCCUPATIONAL, and PHYSICAL THERAPY services to children. Of all ages in clinic, home, and school based settings. Specialized in Sensory Integration. FND of Manatee/Sarasota, Inc.P.O. Box 10707Bradenton, FL 34282Contact: E-mail: BETSYatFND@...Family Network on Disabilities helps, supports and educates families of children with disabilities. We act as advocates, and provide access to information.

Florida Families of Children with Visual Impairment (FFCVI)Sue Townsend, PresidentP.O. Box 7086Lakeland, FL 33807-7086; Fax: E-mail: ffcvi@...Web: www.ffcvi.orgFFCVI facilitates interaction among families with blind and visually impaired children so that they may acquire information, support, and confidence to meet their children's unique needs. Florida Institute for Family Invovlement (FIFI)3927 Spring Creek HighwayCrawfordville, FL 32327

or Web: http://www.fifionline.org/ Family Network on Disabilities of Florida, Inc.2735 Whitney RoadClearwater, FL 33760-1610; (In Fl only)E-mail: fnd@... Web: http://fndfl.org/ Family Resource Center at ARC-BrevardFamily Liaison ProgramFamily Resource Specialist ProgramParent to Parent of Brevard, Inc202 West DriveMelbourne, FL 32904Fax: E-mail: frcbrevard@...

Florida Alliance for Assistive Service and Technology (FAAST, Inc.) (1992)1020 E. Lafayette St., Suite 110Tallahassee, FL 32301-4546Phone: (V/TDD)TDD: FAX/TDD: E-mail: faast@...Web: http://faast.org/ Florida Association of Rehabilitation Facilities, Inc.2475 Apalachee Parkway, Suite 205Tallahassee, FL 32301-4946E-mail: tfarmer@...Web: http://www.respectofflorida.org/ Florida Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (FLASHA)P.O. Box 150127Altamonte Springs, FL 32715-0127; E-mail: mailto:%20kng-assn@... Florida Coalition for the Education of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (Florida CEIDD)P.O. Box 520853Longwood, FL 32752-0853 Florida Department of EducationRoom PL 08, Capitol BuildingTallahassee, FL 32399-0400FAX: http://www.firn.edu/doe/index.html Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources Systemhttp://fdlrs.brevard.k12.fl.us/fdlrs/index.html Florida's Rules Addressing Special Education, Accommodations, and Modificationshttp://cpt.fsu.edu/ese/accomm/edrules.html pmental disabilities. Florida State Board of Education Administrative Ruleshttp://www.firn.edu/doe/rules/rules.htm Florida Teacher Resources Accommodations Databasehttp://cpt.fsu.edu:591/accomms.html

Florida Independent Living CouncilWeb: http://flailc.org/

For Parents of Florida's Exceptional Students. . . http://www.firn.edu/doe/cgi-bin/doehome/menu.pl

Florida's Voice on Mental Retardation (FVMR)Arlene Lakin, Esq., President5591 N.E. 28th AvenueFt. Lauderdale, FL 33308; Fax: E-mail: FVMRorg@...Web: http://www.fvmr.org/Florida's Voice on Mental Retardation (FVMR), an all-volunteer, advocacy and networking organization for family and friends of persons with mental retardation and related develo

Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organizationserving Palm Beach County5300 Broken Sound Boulevard N.W., 2nd FloorBoca Raton, FL 33487; Fax Email: gcdso@...Web: http://www.goldcoastdownsyndrome.org/ on, MS, CCC2594 Spreading Oaks Laneville, FL 32223,

International Dyslexia Association5005 Laurel, Suite 100Tampa, FL 33607(W)

International Fibrodysplaisa Ossificans Progressiva Association (IFOPA) P.O.Box 196217Winter Springs, FL 32719-6217Note: This organization is based in FL but has members around the world.E-mail: Ifopa@... Web: http://www.ifopa.org/

International Rehab Professionals, Inc.Barbara 17900 NW 5th Street, Suite 103Pembroke Pines, FL 33029; Fax: E-mail: Intrehab@...International Rehab offers Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy in home and clinic settings to children from birth to 18 years of age.

M. McKay Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities A school choice program of the Florida Department of Education for students with special needs.Toll Free Parent Hotline: 1.http://www.opportunityschools.org/

Learning Disabilities Association of Florida (LDAF)331 E. Henry StreetPunta Gorda, FL 33950E-mail: lda00@...

The Learning Standard, Incorporated TippinsPost Office Box 16212331 Sunowa Springs TrailBryceville, FL 32009 ; (fax)Consultation or visits with schools for parents to ensure adequate and appropriate ESE services are provided for their child. Curriculum monitoring/provision also available.

Maitland Audiology, PABarbara Lyn Dixon Crotty, CCC-A, F/AAA340 N. Maitland Ave, Suite 120Maitland, FL 32751E-mail: MaitlandAudio@...Web: http://www.auditoryprocessingdisorders.com/Assessment, Remediation and interventions strategies for Auditory Processing Disorders (preschool+) and Hearing Impairment. Written evaluations and recommendations; Records review; phone consultations; IEP advocacy support.

Doan Malani, MA, CCC-SLP1525 South Alafaya Trail, Suite 102Orlando, FL 32828; Fax: E-mail: melissa@...Web: http://www.floridaspeech.com/Offering speech and language therapy services specializing in pediatrics. Accepts Medicaid, Medwaiver, select insurance plans and out of network insurance, and private pay.

D. Malloy Attorney at Law800 Village Square Crossing, Suite 308Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410; (mobile); (facsimile)E-mail: samanthadmalloy@...Web: http://www.childrenslaw.net/Making a difference for children and families through effective advocacy and litigation in the areas of special education, delinquency and family law.

Manasota Autism SocietyP.O. Box 18934Sarasota, FL 34276 evening or Spanish contact: E-mail: manasotaautism@...Web: http://www.manasotaautism.com/Providing support and information to parents of children with autism. Please see our web site or contact us for meeting place, date, and time.

Manasota BUDS (Bringing Up Down Syndrome) Quaid8374 Market St., #113Bradenton, FL 34202E-mail: info@...Web: www.manasotabuds.comMission statement: To provide families with a neutral and supportive forum for sharing and networking, and to promote understanding and acceptance of Down syndrome. Affiliation: National Down Syndrome Society and National Down Syndrome Congress. Meeting information: Check website for meeting information including date, time, and guest speaker/event schedule.

, M.Ed.,Interactive Metronome Certified 2109 West Randolph CircleTallahassee, FL 32308E-mail: marymoore15@...Web: www.home.earthlink.net/~marymoore15Helping people improve their concentration with state-of-the-art computer technologies. Students, athletes, children with disabilities and adults with cognitive deficits use these services.

NAMI-Florida1020 E. Lafayette, Suite 102Tallahassee, FL 32301E-mail: namifl@...E-mail: faye@...Web: http://www.nami.org/

The National Alliance for Autism Research2151 West Hillsboro Blvd. Suite 303Deerfield Beach, Fl 33442; Fax: E-mail: naarsouthfl@...Web: http://www.naar.org/ or http://www.autismwalk.org/ To raise money to fund, promote and accelerate biomedical research and science-based approaches that seek to determine the causes, prevention, effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for autism spectrum disorders. Walk F.A.R. for NAAR is the alliance's signature fundraising and awareness event held annually in numerous communities across the U.S.

Office of State Coordinator of Vocational Education for Students with Disabilities Department of Education, Turlington Building325 W. Gaines Street, Room 701Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400E-mail: adamsj@...Web: www.firn.edu/doe/workforce

Parents Empowering Parents (PEP)Deborah L. Kern E-mail: skern@...

Parents of Down syndrome (PODS)1270 SW 28th Terr.Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312E-mail: podsangels@...Web: http://www.podsangels.org/

Parent Liaison Program, Sarasota County SchoolsNorth County: Donna Spencer, South County: Magers1960 Landings Blvd.Sarasota, FL 34231-3331 x 34326E-mail: Donna_Spencer@... or _Magers@...Web: http://www.sarasota.k12.fl.us/parentsFree service to help improve communication between home and school. Our goal is for staff and families to work together in a positive way to assist students.

Parent to Parent of Miami, Inc.Community Parent Resource Centerc/o Sunrise Community9040 Sunset Drive, Suite GMiami, FL 33173; E-mail: info@...Web: http://www.ptopmiami.org/

Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Florida Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.1747 Orlando Central ParkwayOrlando, FL 32809-5757E-mail: janice@...Web: http://www.floridapta.org/

Parent to Parent of Palm Beach CountyProviding Resources, Support, and Training to Families1201 Australian Ave.Riviera Beach, FL 33404(561)795-0144; Fax(561)793-1012E-mail: rr.gabriel@...

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) Family Network on Disabilities of Florida, Inc.2735 Whitney RoadClearwater, FL 33760-1610; (In Fl only)E-mail: fnd@...Web: http://fndfl.org/

Parents Offering Wisdom, Enrichment and Resources (POWER)Mental Health Association of Northeast Florida Newsletter: http://www.www.nami.org/jacksonville

Phoenix Behavior Services, LLCDr. Case, BCBA1944 Ridgewood DriveClearwater, FL 33763E-mail: info@...Web: http://www.phoenixbehavior.com/Phoenix Behavior Services, LLC provides in-home Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services, to children with problematic behaviors and/or diagnoses such as Mental Retardation, ADHD, or Autism.

Pinellas Chapter1587 Sand Hollow LanePalm Harbor, Fl 34683E-mail: melmom@...

Prader Willi Florida Association694 SE Oak WayStuart, Fl 34997E-mail: PWFA2000@...Web: http://members.aol.com/delchert/pwsa2.htmPrograms for Children and Youth who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services and School-to-Work Transition Programs2002 Old St. Augustine Road, Building ATallahassee, FL 32301 (V); (TTY)E-mail: bradlec@...

Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 through 5Office of Early Intervention & School Readiness Division of Public Schools/Department of Education 325 West Gaines Street, Suite 325 Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400

Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 through 5 Florida Partnership for School Readiness600 S. Calhoun StreetHolland Building, Room 251Tallahassee, FL 32399-0001Web: http://www.schoolreadiness.org/

Programs for Children with Special Health Care Needs Children’s Medical Services Department of Health4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A-06Tallahassee, FL 32399-1707

Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2Children's Medical Services 2020 Capital Circle, S.E.Mail Bin A-06Tallahassee, FL 32399-0700 E-mail: Fran_Wilber@...

Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2 Prevention and Interventions UnitChildren's Medical ServicesDepartment of Health4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin A-06Tallahassee, FL 32399-1707E-mail: Mike_Haney@...

Promised Land Consulting, Inc. Nowak, M.S., CCC-SLP10407 SW 186 StreetMiami, FL 33157, Fax: E-mail: plandinc@...Web: http://www.promisedlandconsulting.com/Certified and Licensed therapists providing: Speech, Occupational, Physical and Behavior therapy. Family training, networking and advocacy. Services for children and adults with disabiblties, provided in day care, school, day training programs and our Family Wellness Center. Specializing in Augmentative Communication device evaluations and therapy, NACD programs, Sensory Integration.Protection and Advocacy Agency Advocacy Center for Persons with Disabilities 2671 Executive Center Circle West, Suite 100Tallahassee, FL 32301-5029 ; (TTY); (Spanish and Creole Speaking Clients)E-mail: advocacyn@...Web: http://www.advocacycenter.org/

R.A.C.E. Reaching Autistic Children EarlyCentral Florida Speech and Hearing ClinicLakeland FL ext. 328 E-mail: karlajoy@...Autism Educational Support Group. Monthly resource and informational meetings 2nd Thursday of every month.

The Reading ConnectionFritzi Chowning, Ph.D.7805 Coral Way, Suite 108 Miami, FL 33155Phone: FAX: E-Mail: chowningf@...Web: http://www.thereadingconnection.net/Psychoeducational evaluations, one-to-one reading remediation for those with dyslexia, hyperlexia, non-verbal learning disabilities, AD/HD, and/or central auditory processing difficulties. IEP advocacy, school visits, and interdisciplinary cooperation.

Redlands Christian Migrant Association Gyla Wise402 West Main StreetImmokalee, FL 34142-3933,; FAX: E-mail: gyla@...Web: http://www.rcma.org/RCMA serves migrant farmworker and other low income rural families in 19 counties. We are the largest non-profit child care agency in Florida, directly operating over 70 centers- 78% of our centers are NAEYC accredited. Our funding mainly comes from Head Start, Migrant Head Start, and Florida’s School Readiness child care funds. Within the eligibility requirements of each funding source, we put a priority on serving children with the greatest needs, giving high priority to children with moderate to severe disabilities. We strongly believe in the philosophy of inclusion.

Reyna Group Home Reyna6960 Raleigh streetHollywood,FL 33024; Fax: Email: johnar1127@...We are an established Developmental Services group home offering Residential Habilitation and Respite care through the Medwaiver program for developmentally disabled children with behavioral issues.

C. -Dowling, Psy.D., P.A.The Atrium Medical Office At Kendall Regional Medical Center 11760 Bird Road Suite 703 Miami, FL 33175 orP.O. Box 2903 Miami, FL 33283-2903; Fax: E-mail: drmrdowling@...Provide psychotherapy and group therapy as well as assessments and evaluations, such as psychological testing and psychoeducational assessments to chidlren, adolescents and theri families.

ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders*All Children’s Specialty Care of Fort Myers4550 Colonial Blvd.Ft. Myers, FL 33912

ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language DisordersWolfson’s Children’s Hospital at Baptist Medical Center807 Nira Street, Third Floorville, FL 32207ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders*All Children’s Specialty Care of Lakeland3310 Lakeland Hills Blvd.Lakeland, FL 33805 ext. 6615

ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders*All Children’s Specialty Care of Pasco5640 W. Main StreetNew Port Richey, FL 34652ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language DisordersCenter for Speech and Language, Inc.5020 Goddard Ave.Orlando, FL 32804

ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language DisordersRehabilitation Center for Children & Adults, Inc.300 Royal Palm WayPalm Beach, FL 33480

ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language DisordersSpeechcare, Inc.1034 Jenks Ave.Panama City, FL 32401ish Rite Clinic at Baptist Hospital1717 North E. StreetPensacola, FL 32501ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders*Speech Language Pathology at All Children’s Hospital33 Sixth Street, SouthSt. sburg, FL 33701 or: ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders*All Children’s Specialty Care of Sarasota5881 Rand BoulevardSarasota, FL 34238ish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders*All Children’s Specialty Care of Tampa12220 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.Tampa, FL 33612

Note: *These clinics are operated by the All Children’s Hospital of St.sburg and supported by the ish Rite Foundation of Florida, Inc.

Marvin Silverman, Ed.D.17741 SW 2 StreetPembroke Pines, FL (Broward County) 33029E-mail: drmarvin@...Web: http://www.silverman.tv/Licensed school psychologist in private practice. Co-author of Parent Survival Training. Services include psychoeducational testing, parent advocacy counseling, representation at staffings, and staff providing remedial education services for learning disabilities.

Speech and HearingFlorida Language, Speech & Hearing Association

Spina Bifida Association of Florida, Inc. 24 Beach RoadFernandina Beach, FL 32034-6600; (in FL only)E-mail: psabadie@...

State Agency for Visual Impairments Division of Blind ServicesDepartment of Education2551 Executive Center Circle West, Suite 200, Lafayette BuildingTallahassee, FL 32399 E-mail: david_newton@...

State Department of Education: Special Education Bureau of Instructional Support and Community ServicesDivision of Public Schools and Community Education325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 614Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400 E-mail: goffs@...Web: www.firn.edu/doe/commhome

State Developmental Services Florida Department of Children and Families Developmental Disabilities Program Office1317 Winewood Boulevard, Building 3, Room 325 Tallahassee, FL 32399-0700 E-mail: darlene_golden@...State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council Florida Developmental Disabilities Council 124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203Tallahassee, FL 32301-2981 E-mail: joek.fddc@...Web: http://www.fddc.org/

State Education Agency Rural Representative Instructional Programs Division of Public Schools and Community EducationDepartment of Education Florida Education Center, Room 514Tallahassee, FL 32399

State Mediation System Florida Department of Education Bureau of Instructional Support and Community Services325 W. Gaines Street, Suite 614Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400E-mail: Palazem@...

State Mental Health Agency Mental Health Programs OfficeDepartment of Children and Families 1317 Winewood Boulevard, Building 6Tallahassee, FL 32399-0700 State Mental Health Representative for Children and Youth Children's Mental Health Program Mental Health Programs Office 1317 Winewood Boulevard, Building 6, Room 290 Tallahassee, FL 32399-0700 E-mail: sue_ross@...Web: www.state.fl.us/cf_web/

State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency Department of Education2002 Old St. Augustine Road, Building ATallahassee, FL 32301-4862 Web: www2.myflorida.com/doe/vr

Statewide Advocacy Network on Disabilities, Inc. (STAND)PO Box 172236Tampa, Fl 33672-0236Web: http://www.standadvocates.org/

SUNSHINE THERAPY18639 SW 107 AvenueMiami, FL 33157 E-mail: info@...Web: http://www.sunshinetherapy.com/Sunshine Therapy is a pediatric physical therapy clinic offering a 60 hour intensive Suit Therapy program combined with aquatic therapy, hippotherapy and swimming with dolphins for children with neuromuscular disorders such as CP and TBI's.

Support Group for Parents of Children with Disabilities RohrerP.O. Box 1239 Bushnell, FL 33513; Fax: E-mail: mrohrer@...Open support group that meets the 1st Monday of every month excluding holidays at Leesburg Regional Medical Center's North Campus Auditorium from 7PM-9PM

Tampa Day School12606 RoadTampa, FL 33625; (fax)E-mail: tds@... Web: http://www.tampadayschool.com/Grades K - 8, Lois Delaney, Head of School. An accredited private school that understands your child's specific learning needs and style. Tampa Day School offers a full curriculum program emphasizes individualized instruction in reading, math, spelling and writing and includes classes in social studies, science, physical education and the arts. We employ a proven educational approach that includes small classes, individualized reading remediation, a positive environment for learning and improving self-esteem, behavioral support, a school psychologist and a speech and language therapist on site and carefully selected teachers and staff who have the talent, knowledge and sensitivity to effectively teach skills and build self-confidence in children who have previously had negative school experiences.

Psycho-Educational Services, Inc. Ann , PhD2150 Park Ave. N.Winter Park, FL 32789, , FAXE-mail: drmary2003@...Web: http://www.travisps.com/Psycho-Educational Evaluations for special education eligibility and educational planning. Therapeutic services (coaching and counseling) for adolescents, young adults, adults with Specific Learning Disabilities.

Technology-Related Assistance Florida Alliance for Assistive Service and Technology1020 E. Lafayette Street, Suite 110Tallahassee, FL 32301-4546E-mail: faast@...Web: http://faast.org/

1510 towne LaneSarasota, FL 34232-2014E-mail: ticonis@...Special Education Advocate with 12 Years Experience and Authored portion of current IDEA 97

United Cerebral Palsy of Florida 1830 Buford CourtTallahassee, FL 32308

University Affiliated ProgramMailman Center for Child Development /University of Miami School of Medicine

University Centers for Excellence in Developmental DisabilitiesMailman Center for Child Development University of Miami School of Medicine 1601 N.W. 12th AvenueMiami, FL 33136E-mail: darmstrong@...Web: http://pediatrics.med.miami.edu/VSA arts of Florida3500 E. Fletcher Avenue, Suite 234Tampa, FL 33613E-mail: eward@...Web: http://www.vsafl.org/