Disability-Specific Organizations Page 1
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Resource 20 Holiday Survival Tips for Parents of Kids With Learning and Attention Issues Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Learning Disabilities Topic or Specialty * General Information Short Desc. From Understood: learning & attention issues Area Served National Long Description Learning and attention issues can make the holiday hustle and bustle feel even more hectic. But with the right planning, you and your child can keep the season bright. Website 1 URL http://www.understood.org/en/family/events-outings/holidays-celebrations/20-holiday-survival-tips?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=understoodorg |
| Resource American Council of the Blind Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Blind / Visual Impairments Topic or Specialty Advocacy Area Served National Long Description The American Council of the Blind strives to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity, and quality of life, for all blind and visually-impaired people. Website 1 URL http://acb.org/ Phone 1 Description office Phone 1 Number 202-467-5081 Phone 2 Description toll free Phone 2 Number 800-424-8666 Email info@acb.org |
| Resource American Diabetes Association of Tampa and Southwest FL Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Other Topic or Specialty * General Information Short Desc. Diabetes research, information, and advocacy. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Hillsborough Long Description The mission of the organization is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. To fulfill this mission, the American Diabetes Association funds research, publishes scientific findings, provides information and other services to people with diabetes, their families, health care professionals and the public. Address Line 1 1511 N Westshore Boulevard Address Line 2 Suite 980 City Tampa State FL Zip 33607 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://www.diabetes.org/in-my-community/local-offices/tampa-florida/ Phone 1 Number 813-885-5007 Fax Number 813-289-7919 |
| Resource American Foundation for the Blind – National Literacy Center Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Blind / Visual Impairments Topic or Specialty * Disabilities – General Area Served National Address Line 1 100 Peachtree Street, Suite 620 City Atlanta State GA Zip 30303 County Out of State CFPC Region n/a Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.afb.org Email literacy@afb.net |
| Resource American Foundation for the Blind Family Connect Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Blind / Visual Impairments Topic or Specialty Support Groups Short Desc. Online support. Area Served National Long Description On FamilyConnect you’ll find videos, personal stories, events, news, and an online community that can offer tips and support from other parents of children who are blind or visually impaired. Website 1 URL http://www.familyconnect.org/parentsitehome.aspx Phone 1 Description toll free Phone 1 Number 800-232-5463 Phone 2 Description office/Orlando, FL Phone 2 Number 407-898-2483 Email familyconnect@afb.net |
| Resource American Lung Association of Florida Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Other Topic or Specialty Advocacy Area Served Unknown Long Description the American Lung Association in Florida is the lead organization in the state working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease. Lung disease death rates continue to increase while other leading causes of death have declined. The American Lung Association in Florida funds vital research on lung disease cures, provides education and support programs to both adults and children and advocates for stronger air laws and tobacco prevention and education at the capital. Address Line 1 6852 Belfort Oaks Place City Jacksonville State FL Zip 32216 County Duval CFPC Region Northeast Website 1 URL http://www.lung.org/associations/states/florida/ Phone 1 Number (904) 743-2933 |
| Resource American Sign Language Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Deaf-Blind Topic or Specialty * Disabilities – General Area Served National Long Description Site allows you to see finger-spelling and to access an on-line dictionary, both with embedded video so you can actually see the words/letters being signed. Website 1 Description ASL Browser Website 1 URL http://commtechlab.msu.edu/sites/aslweb/browser.htm Website 2 Description Dr. Bill Vicars’ American Sign Language Fingerspelling Tool Website 2 URL http://asl.ms/ |
| Resource ARC Florida Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Developmental / Intellectual Disabilities Topic or Specialty Advocacy Area Served Florida Long Description The Arc of Florida is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.The Arc of Florida works with local, state and national partners and advocates for people with intellectual disabilities, autism, spina bifida, cerebral palsy (CP), prader-willi syndrome and other developmental disabilities to be fully included in all aspects of their community. We also work to reduce the incidence of and eliminate the consequences of developmental disabilities through education, awareness, research, advocacy and support of families, friends and the community.Our Mission Statement:�Working with local, state, and national partners, The Arc of Florida advocates for local chapters, public policies, and high quality supports for people with developmental and other disabilities to be fully included in all aspects of their community.� Website 1 URL http://www.arcflorida.org |
| Resource Association of Blind Citizens Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Blind / Visual Impairments Topic or Specialty * General Information Area Served National Long Description The purpose of the Association of Blind Citizens (ABC) is to advance relevant causes, increase opportunities in education, employment, cultural, recreational and other life activities, as well as enhance the social, political, and economic well-being for all persons who are blind or visually impaired. ABC offers publications, informative meetings, a special radio show, In Focus, as well as education, employment, recreational, and cultural opportunities to promote full inclusion in society. Website 1 URL http://www.blindcitizens.org/index.htm Contact Person Title President Phone 1 Description office Phone 1 Number 781-961-1023 Email president@blindcitizens.org |
| Resource Association of Blind Citizens Assistive Technology Fund Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Blind / Visual Impairments Topic or Specialty Assistive Technology Short Desc. Assistive Technology funding. Area Served National Long Description The Association of Blind Citizens operates the Assistive Technology Fund. The Assistive Technology Fund (ATF) will provide funds to cover 50% of the retail price of adaptive devices or software. The ABC board of directors believes that this program will allow blind and visually impaired individuals access to technology products that will have a significant impact on improving employment opportunities, increase the level of independence and enhance their overall quality of life. Website 1 URL http://www.blindcitizens.org/assistive_tech.htm Phone 1 Description office Phone 1 Number 781-961-1023 Email atf@blindcitizens.org |
| Resource Attachment Services of Central Florida Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Mental Health Topic or Specialty * Disabilities – General Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Seminole Address Line 1 427 CenterPointe Circle Suite 1878 City Altamonte Springs State FL Zip 32701 County Seminole CFPC Region Central Florida Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.attachmentservices.com Phone 1 Description main Phone 1 Number 407-260-0031 Fax Number 407-260-0091 Email TGGreat@aol.com |
| Resource Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA) Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder – ADD/ADHD Topic or Specialty Support Groups Short Desc. To identify an ADD group in your state or locally, contact this resource. Area Served National Address Line 1 P.O. Box 543 City Pottstown State PA Zip 19464 County Out of State CFPC Region n/a Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.add.org Phone 1 Description main Phone 1 Number 484-945-2101 |
| Resource Autism Society Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty * General Information Area Served National Long Description The Autism Society, the nation�s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. We do this by increasing public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. Website 1 URL http://www.autism-society.org/ Phone 1 Number 1.800.328.8476 |
| Resource Autism Society of Florida, Inc. Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty * Disabilities – General Area Served Florida Address Line 1 P.O. Box 970646 City Coconut Creek State FL Zip 33097 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.autismfl.com |
| Resource Autism Speaks Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty * Disabilities – General Area Served National Address Line 1 2 Park Avenue 11th Floor City New York State NY Zip 10016 County Out of State CFPC Region n/a Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.autismspeaks.org Phone 1 Description main Phone 1 Number 212-252-8584 Email contactus@autismspeaks.org |
| Resource Autism Women’s Network Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty * General Information Area Served National Long Description The Autism Women’s Network is dedicated to building a supportive community for Autistic women of all ages, our families, friends and allies. AWN provides a safe space to share our experiences in an understanding, diverse and inclusive environment. Website 1 URL http://www.autismwomensnetwork.org/ |
| Resource Boley Centers, Inc. Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Mental Health Topic or Specialty Employment Short Desc. Serving individuals with mental disabilities, individuals who are homeless, Veterans and youth in Pinellas county. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Pinellas Long Description Boley Centers offers community-based recovery services and supports and rehabilitation and housing to children, adults and families living in Pinellas County. These services are provided to people who are recovering from mental illnesses and who may have co-occurring substance abuse problems as well as disadvantaged or disabled youth and adults who have low incomes. Address Line 1 445 31st Street North City St. Petersburg State FL Zip 33713 County Pinellas CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://www.boleycenters.org Phone 1 Description Office Phone 1 Number 727-821-4819 ext. 5717 |
| Resource Brain Injury Association of Florida (BIAF) Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Brain Injury Topic or Specialty * Disabilities – General Area Served Florida Address Line 1 North Broward Medical Center Address Line 2 201 E. Sample Road City Pompano Beach State FL Zip 33064 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.biaf.org Phone 1 Description main Phone 1 Number 954-786-2400 Phone 2 Description toll-free in Florida Phone 2 Number 800-992-3442 Email info@biaf.org |
| Resource Broward Gold Coast Down Syndrome Organization Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Down Syndrome Topic or Specialty Support Groups Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served In Florida / Out of Catchment Area Address Line 1 10250 NW 53rd Street City Sunrise State FL Zip 33351 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.bgcdownsyndrome.org Phone 1 Description main Phone 1 Number 954-577-412 Email jmaia@aol.com |
| Resource C.A.U.S.E. Autism Support Group Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Support Groups Short Desc. C.A.U.S.E. (Community for Autism to Understand, Support & Educate) Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Hernando Long Description MissionTo support each other and work together to create a greater:Awareness Understanding Tolerance Interest Support Movementwithin our area to better serve the needs of our children. County Hernando CFPC Region West Central Website 1 Description Facebook Page Website 1 URL https://www.facebook.com/causeautismgroup?fref=photo Email cause.asd.group@gmail.com |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Area Served Florida Long Description (One of six regional centers for autism and related disabilities) University of Florida Address Line 1 P.O. Box 100234 City Gainesville State FL Zip 32610 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.card.ufl.edu Phone 1 Description main Phone 1 Number 352-846-2761 Phone 2 Description main Phone 2 Number 800-754-5891 Email card@mbi.ufl.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) Jacksonville Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Duval Long Description CARD Services to Families: Parent training, functional behavioral assessment, behavior support plans Training events and workshops Referrals to service providers, funding sources, support groups, etc. Family support: counseling, support groups, social skills groups, sibshops Address Line 1 UF College of Medicine – Jacksonville (CARD) Address Line 2 6271 St. Augustine Rd., Suite 1 City Jacksonville State FL Zip 32217 County Duval CFPC Region Northeast Website 1 URL http://www.hscj.ufl.edu/pediatrics/autism/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (904) 633-0760 Phone 2 Description Toll Free Phone 2 Number 1-800-9-AUTISM Fax Number (904) 633-0751 |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UCF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Brevard Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 365 City Orlando State FL Zip 32826 County Brevard CFPC Region Southeast Website 1 URL http://www.ucf-card.org/ Phone 1 Number 407-823-6011 Fax Number 407-823-6012 Email ucfcard@ucf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UCF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Lake Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 365 City Orlando State FL Zip 32826 County Lake CFPC Region Central Florida Website 1 URL http://www.ucf-card.org/ Phone 1 Number 407-823-6011 Fax Number 407-823-6012 Email ucfcard@ucf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UCF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Orange Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 365 City Orlando State FL Zip 32826 County Orange CFPC Region Central Florida Website 1 URL http://www.ucf-card.org/ Phone 1 Number 407-823-6011 Fax Number 407-823-6012 Email ucfcard@ucf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UCF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Osceola Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 365 City Orlando State FL Zip 32826 County Osceola CFPC Region Southeast Website 1 URL www.ucf-card.org Phone 1 Number 407-823-6011 Fax Number 407-823-6012 Email ucfcard@ucf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UCF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Seminole Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 365 City Orlando State FL Zip 32826 County Seminole CFPC Region Central Florida Website 1 URL www.ucf-card.org Phone 1 Number 407-823-6011 Fax Number 407-823-6012 Email ucfcard@ucf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UCF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Sumter Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 365 City Orlando State FL Zip 32826 County Sumter CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL www.ucf-card.org Phone 1 Number 407-823-6011 Fax Number 407-823-6012 Email ucfcard@ucf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UCF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Seminole, Sumter and Volusia Counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Volusia Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 12424 Research Parkway, Suite 365 City Orlando State FL Zip 32826 County Volusia CFPC Region Central Florida Website 1 URL www.ucf-card.org Phone 1 Number 407-823-6011 Fax Number 407-823-6012 Email ucfcard@ucf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UF Gainesville Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, and Union counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Putnam Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 2046 NE Waldo Road, Suite 3200 City Gainesville State FL Zip 32609 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 URL http://card.ufl.edu/ Phone 1 Number 1-(800)-9-AUTISM |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UF Gainesville Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, and Union counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Marion Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 2046 NE Waldo Road, Suite 3200 City Gainesville State FL Zip 32609 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 URL http://card.ufl.edu/ Phone 1 Number 1-(800)-9-AUTISM |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UF Gainesville Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, and Union counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Citrus Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 2046 NE Waldo Road, Suite 3200 City Gainesville State FL Zip 32609 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 URL http://card.ufl.edu/ Phone 1 Number 1-(800)-9-AUTISM |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) UF Gainesville Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Serves Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, and Union counties. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Hernando Long Description Our primary service is to provide individualized, direct consultative assistance to individuals with autism and related disabilities in Central Florida and their families. Other services include technical assistance and consultation, professional training programs, and public education activities. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources, not to duplicate or replace them. Address Line 1 2046 NE Waldo Road, Suite 3200 City Gainesville State FL Zip 32609 County In Florida / Out of Catchment Area CFPC Region n/a Website 1 URL http://card.ufl.edu/ Phone 1 Number 1-(800)-9-AUTISM |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Pasco Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Charlotte Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served DeSoto Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Hardee Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email ard-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Highlands Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Hillsborough Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Manatee Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Pinellas Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Polk Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Polk Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) USF Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Counties serviced include: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, and Sarasota. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Sarasota Long Description The Center for Autism & Related Disabilities at USF is a community-based project that provides information and consultation to individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders and related disabilities. CARD-USF offers instruction and coaching to families and professionals through a training and assistance model. Address Line 1 University of South Florida, Department of Child & Family Studies, College of Behavioral & Community Sciences Address Line 2 13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd. MHC 2113-A City Tampa State FL Zip 33612 County Hillsborough CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu/ Phone 1 Description Local Phone 1 Number (813) 974-2532 Phone 2 Description Toll-Free Florida Only Phone 2 Number 1-800-333-4530 Email card-usf@usf.edu |
| Resource Center for the Visually Impaired Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Blind / Visual Impairments Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Services for children and adults. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Volusia Long Description The Center for the Visually Impaired is a non-profit agency dedicated to serving blind and visually impaired individuals. Our goal is to enhance the lives and opportunities of our clients through job training, and employment, Independent Living, technology training and children�s services as well as a multitude of community services. To ensure that blind and visually impaired individuals lead successful lives in their workplace, at home, and in their community, the Center for the Visually Impaired�s long term commitment to our mission has been in place since 1988. Address Line 1 1187 Dunn Avenue City Daytona Beach State FL Zip 32114 County Volusia CFPC Region Central Florida Website 1 URL http://www.cvicentralflorida.org/index.html Phone 1 Description toll free Phone 1 Number 800-227-1284 Phone 2 Description office/local Phone 2 Number 386-253-8879 |
| Resource Center for the Visually Impaired Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Blind / Visual Impairments Topic or Specialty Service Providers Short Desc. Services for children and adults. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Brevard Long Description The Center for the Visually Impaired is a non-profit agency dedicated to serving blind and visually impaired individuals. Our goal is to enhance the lives and opportunities of our clients through job training, and employment, Independent Living, technology training and children’s services as well as a multitude of community services. To ensure that blind and visually impaired individuals lead successful lives in their workplace, at home, and in their community, the Center for the Visually Impaired’s long term commitment to our mission has been in place since 1988. Address Line 1 2129 W. New Haven Avenue City W. Melbourne State FL Zip 32904 County Brevard CFPC Region Southeast Website 1 URL http://www.cvicentralflorida.org/index.html Phone 1 Description toll free Phone 1 Number 800-227-1284 |
| Resource Central Florida Autism Institute Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Autism Topic or Specialty * Disabilities – General Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Polk Address Line 1 P.O. Box 2292 City Lakeland State FL Zip 33806 County Polk CFPC Region Southwest Website 1 Description main Website 1 URL http://www.cfaii.org Phone 1 Description main Phone 1 Number 863-680-1396 |
| Resource CHADD North Pinellas West Pasco Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder – ADD/ADHD Topic or Specialty Support Groups Short Desc. CHADD is a national non-profit, tax-exempt (Section 501 (c) (3) ) organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Pinellas Long Description Come get support from others and share your ideas about what topics you would like to learn more about. Please join us and share your thoughts and experiences. Meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30pm. See website for more information. Address Line 1 Meeting Location: Palm Harbor Fire Rescue Station 65 Address Line 2 250 W Lake Rd City Palm Harbor State FL Zip 34684 County Pinellas CFPC Region West Central Website 1 URL http://www.chadd.net/template.cfm?affid=282&p=about Contact Person Beverly Pizzano Phone 1 Description Beverly Pizzano Phone 1 Number 727-786-2981 Email north-pinellas-west-pasco@chadd.net |
| Resource CHADD of Duval County Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Attention Deficit (Hyperactivity) Disorder – ADD/ADHD Topic or Specialty Support Groups Short Desc. CHADD is a national non-profit, tax-exempt (Section 501 (c) (3) ) organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with ADHD. Area Served Specific Florida County Specific County Served Duval Long Description At Duval County CHADD we are committed to providing the most up to date information concerning services and treatments for ADHD children and their parents. We have monthly speakers and programs that are led by professionals who work with ADHD families in the community. Question and answer periods are held during each meeting. We have the goal of improving communication with the Duval County School System and working with them to provide better in school services for ADHD children. Address Line 1 See website for meeting location and times. County Duval CFPC Region Northeast Website 1 URL http://www.chadd.net/template.cfm?affid=580&p=about Phone 1 Number 904-333-4003 (leave message) Email duval-area@chadd.net |
| Resource Child Mind Institute Resource Type Disability-Specific Organization Disability Category Mental Health Topic or Specialty Mental Health Short Desc. The Child Mind Institute is improving the lives of children and teens struggling with psychiatric and learning disorders. Area Served National Long Description The Child Mind Institute is dedicated to transforming mental health care for children everywhere. Founded by Dr. Harold S. Koplewicz and Brooke Garber Neidich, our organization is committed to finding more effective treatments for childhood psychiatric and learning disorders, building the science of healthy brain development, and empowering children and their families with help, hope, and answers. The Child Mind Institute does not accept funding from the pharmaceutical industry. Website 1 URL http://www.childmind.org/ |