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The Youth and Vision Loss Coalition provides information and resources to young people who are blind or experiencing vision loss including parents, guardians and caregivers.
Read MoreHearing health care from The Center for Hearing and Communication. Audiology services include (NYC hearing test, hearing aids, custom ear plugs), speech-language therapy, counseling, and more.
Read MorePreschool special education services are available for children ages 3 to 5 who have disabilities or delays in development that affect learning. These services are provided to eligible children free of charge by the NYC Department of Education.
Read MoreChildren should be referred to Early Intervention when they have a suspected developmental delay or when they have a diagnosed physical or mental condition that likely will result in a developmental delay.
Read MoreThe Department of Education (DOE) must assess students in all areas of suspected disability, but parents may request more extensive evaluations from the DOE or seek out an independent evaluation.
Read MoreSection 504 is a Federal regulation that requires all school districts to provide appropriate education to students with disabilities.
Read MorePrevent. Treat. Cure. Improving the lives of children with Cerebral Palsy.
Read MorePBS Parents offers ideas for questions to ask and what to look for to ensure that a school is the right fit for your child and family.
Read MoreNYU Langone’s Initiative for Women with Disabilities at the Elly and Steve Hammerman Health and Wellness Center provides primary gynecological care and wellness services.
Read MoreLearn about NYC school enrollment for 4 and 5 year olds.
Read MoreNew York Families for Autistic Children provides support, education, recreational and socialization programs to families of children with ASD.
Read MoreThe mission of NINDS is to seek fundamental knowledge about the brain and nervous system and to use that knowledge to reduce the burden of neurological disease.
Read MoreNAD offers information about the educational rights of deaf and hard of hearing students and other issues important to deaf and hard of hearing individuals and their families.
Read MoreAre you worried that your child isn't developing like other children? Has your child been diagnosed with a developmental delay or disability? You are not alone. We are here to help you find answers to your questions. Other parents and therapists are here with you.
Read MoreIf your baby is born with a birth defect or other health condition, he may need special care at birth and later in life.
Read MoreAdvocates for Children’s Project Thrive provides legal representation or in-depth case advocacy to low-income families with children with disabilities.
Read MoreThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires states to provide a free appropriate public education. Learn more about how IDEA applies to services for infants and young children.
Read MoreIEP Facilitation is a voluntary early dispute resolution option that is available when the presence of a neutral third party would assist with communication and problem solving during a special education meeting.
Read MoreFamilyConnect is an online community for parents of visually impaired that offers families a place to support each other, share stories and concerns, and link to resources.
Read MoreThe Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) supports New York City youth and their families by funding a wide range of high-quality Family Support Programs, youth and community development programs.
Read MoreThe New York City Administration for Children's Services ACS provides child care to eligible families through EarlyLearn NYC and Privately-run programs.
Read MoreRead information on Disability Discrimination and resources for case advocacy, legal aid and appealing decisions.
Read MoreThe Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association (CHASA) exists to help children.
Read MoreCHADD has compiled a list of New York clinics in University and hospital settings which have expertise in diagnosing and treating ADHD.
Read MoreCerebral Palsy Guide provides free educational materials, financial options and support to help those across the country affected by this disorder.
Read MoreThe Cerebral Palsy Group is dedicated to providing information, material and resources that is available to both families as well as those who have been diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
Read MorePeople with Cerebral Palsy rarely get the interventions and supports they need at the moments they need them. As such, their lives are often deeply and unnecessarily affected.
Read MoreChildren's speech and language development follows a typical pattern. Read more about developmental milestones, communication options and other resources.
Read MoreASDC's website is a quality and trustworthy source of information for parents, advocates and educators.
Read MoreA family governed organization committed to finding ways for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities to build full lives as defined by each person and supported by dedicated families, staff and community partners.
Read MoreINCLUDEnyc offers an array of resources including guides and tipsheets on advocating for appropriate services or obtaining independent evaluations for your child.
Read MoreADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy of New York City, offers a breadth of more than 75 comprehensive programs including medical, clinical, educational, technological, residential and rehabilitative services to over 14,000 New York City residents with disabilities and families annually.
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