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RESOURCES
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The New York City Youth and Vision Loss Coalition
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 MoreThe Center for Hearing and Communication – NYC
Hearing 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 MoreSpecial Education Services for Children ages 3-5
Preschool 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 MoreSpecial Education Services for Children Ages 0-2.5
Children 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 MoreSpecial Education Evaluations
The 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
Section 504 is a Federal regulation that requires all school districts to provide appropriate education to students with disabilities.
Read MoreReaching for the Stars
Prevent. Treat. Cure. Improving the lives of children with Cerebral Palsy.
Read MorePBS Parents: Choosing a Preschool
PBS 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
NYU 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 MoreNYC Preschool and Kindergarten Enrollment
Learn about NYC school enrollment for 4 and 5 year olds.
Read MoreNew York Families for Autistic Children
New York Families for Autistic Children provides support, education, recreational and socialization programs to families of children with ASD.
Read MoreNational Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
The 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 MoreNational Association of the Deaf
NAD 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 MoreMy Child Without Limits
Are 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 MoreMarch of Dimes
If your baby is born with a birth defect or other health condition, he may need special care at birth and later in life.
Read MoreLegal Help
Advocates for Children’s Project Thrive provides legal representation or in-depth case advocacy to low-income families with children with disabilities.
Read MoreIndividuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
The 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 MoreIndividual Education Program Facilitation Pilot Program
IEP 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: for parents of children with visual impairments
FamilyConnect 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 MoreFamily Support Services
The 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 MoreDaycares in the Bronx
The New York City Administration for Children's Services ACS provides child care to eligible families through EarlyLearn NYC and Privately-run programs.
Read MoreComplaints and Appeals
Read information on Disability Discrimination and resources for case advocacy, legal aid and appealing decisions.
Read MoreChildren’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association. (CHASA)
The Children’s Hemiplegia and Stroke Association (CHASA) exists to help children.
Read MoreCHADD: National Resource on ADHD
CHADD 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
Cerebral Palsy Guide provides free educational materials, financial options and support to help those across the country affected by this disorder.
Read MoreCerebral Palsy Group
The 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 MoreCerebral Palsy Foundation
People 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 MoreASHA: Child Speech and Language
Children's speech and language development follows a typical pattern. Read more about developmental milestones, communication options and other resources.
Read MoreAmerican Society for Deaf Children
ASDC's website is a quality and trustworthy source of information for parents, advocates and educators.
Read MoreAHRC
A 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 MoreAdvocacy Skills for Parents
INCLUDEnyc 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
ADAPT 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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