Autism and Special Needs

Resource Directory

2017

Helping individuals and families dealing with autism and other special needs find suitable services and support for their loved one.

Able Advocates 559-681-0734 www.ableadvocates.org Provides appropriate equipment, resources and support to parents and caregivers of children with special needs. ___________________________________________________________ Ability Center 559-291-2563 www.abilitycenter.com Provides sales, service and rental of innovative and name-brand wheelchair accessible vehicles, mobility vans and mobility products. ___________________________________________________________ The ARC 559-226-6268 www.arcfresno.org Provides day programs, activities and job training for intellectually and developmentally disabled individuals.

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Fresno County Office of Education www.fcoe.org ___________________________________________________________ Social Security Administration (800) 772-1213 www.socialsecurity.gov Children with disabilities may be eligible for SSI payments. Child must meet Social Security definition of disability. Family income and resources must fall within eligibility limits. ___________________________________________________________ State of California www.ca.gov/homefamily/personswithdisabilities.html ___________________________________________________________ Support for Special Needs supportforspecialneeds.com

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BIA—Behavioral Intervention for Autism 559-449-1059 www.bia4autism.org BIA provides innovative and highly personalized solutions based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis for children diagnosed with autism. ___________________________________________________________ Break the Barriers 559-432-6292 www.breakthebarriers.org An adaptive sports facility offering gymnastics, archery, swimming, sign-language and more. ___________________________________________________________ The California Autism Center and Learning Group 559-475-7860 www.calautismcenter.org Offers families comprehensive, flexible, and scientifically-proven behavioral treatment for children on the autism spectrum. ___________________________________________________________ California Learning Connection 559-228-9100 www.clconnect.com Offers personalized programs in speech pathology and occupational therapy for children and adults with challenges in communication. ___________________________________________________________ Central California Adaptive Sports Center 559-593-2504 www.centralcaladaptive.org Provides year-round adaptive recreation and adventure programming to individuals with disabilities. ___________________________________________________________ Central California Autism Center 559-278-6773 www.fresnostate.edu/csm/ccac Provides autism services including assessment, parent education and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. ___________________________________________________________ Center for Autism and Related Disorders - CARD 559-255-5900 fresno.centerforautism.com Offers autism services following the principle of Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA).

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United Cerebral Palsy of Central California - UCPCC 559-221-8272 www.ccucp.org Provides services for individuals with development disabilities including infant development and technology classes. ___________________________________________________________ Valley Center for the Blind - VCB 559-222-4447 www.valleycenterfortheblind.org Rehabilitation services and outreach for the blind and visually impaired. ___________________________________________________________ Valley Children’s Speech Services 559-353-3000 www.valleychildrens.org Provides diagnosis and treatment of pediatric speech, language and swallowing disorders. ___________________________________________________________ Wayfinders Program, Fresno State 559-278-0390 www.fresnostate.edu/kremen wayfinders/ An inclusive postsecondary program for young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, between the ages of 18 - 28. Center for Parent Information and Resources www.parentcenterhub.org ___________________________________________________________ Children’s Disabilities Information www.childrensdisabilities.info ___________________________________________________________ City of Fresno – Disability Advisory Commission www.fresno.gov/Government/DisabilityAdvisoryCommission

Government and Online Resources

Central Valley Regional Center - CVRC 559-276-4300 www.cvrc.org Provides assessment, evaluation, case management, programs and activities for individuals with Developmental disabilities. ___________________________________________________________ CITI Kids - Clovis Infant Toddler Intervention 559-327-8455 www.cusd.com/specialed A Clovis Unified developmental program providing early intervention for ages 0 to 3. ___________________________________________________________ CR9Designs www.etsy.com/shop/CR9Designs Specializes in custom handmade autism awareness jewelry. ___________________________________________________________ Deaf & Hard of Hearing Service Center - DHHSC 559-225-3323 www.dhhsc.org Provides advocacy, interpreting, American Sign Language classes, job placement and counseling. ___________________________________________________________ Down Syndrome Association of Central California - DSACC 559-228-0411 www.dsacc.org Provides programs to maximize the educational, developmental and social potential of people with Downs Syndrome. ___________________________________________________________ Easterseals Central California 559-241-7233 www.celebratingabilities.org Provides services for individuals and families with autism and other special needs including educational services, veterans services and recreational summer camps.

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Mobility Works of Fresno 559-268-9394 www.mobilityworks.com Provides wheelchair accessible minivans, full-size vans with lifts and commercial fleet vehicles . ___________________________________________________________ My Assistance Dog Inc. 559-297-9286 www.myassistancedoginc.org Promotes awareness and provides information and support regarding assistance dogs. ___________________________________________________________ One Call for Kids 888-774-8981 www.exceptionalparents.org/one-call-for-kids The ONE number to call when you need assistance in finding help for your child. ___________________________________________________________ Resources for Independence Central Valley 559-221-2330 www.ricv.org Provides advocacy, job development, peer support and many other services for individuals with disabilities. ___________________________________________________________ Sweet Nectar Society 559-408-5949 www.sweetnectarsociety.org Provides comfort to families of children affected by serious illness or disability through photography and community outreach. ___________________________________________________________ Talk Team 559-970-8277 www.thetalkteam.wordpress.com Certified and licensed Speech Language Pathologists and Board Certified Behavior Analysts providing speech and language therapy. ___________________________________________________________ Therapy Dogs International 559-994-2912 Volunteer handlers and their dogs aide in increasing emotional well-being and improving the quality of life to those they visit through comfort and companionship.

Did you know? There are nearly 21,000 children ages

1-to-12 right here in Central California

currently receiving disability services

Fresno State Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic 559-278-2423 www.fresnostate.edu/chhs/cdds Under the supervision of certified professionals, graduate students of Fresno State provide diagnosis, therapy, and preschool programs for individuals with communication disorders.

___________________________________________________________ Heart of the Horse Therapy Ranch 559-287-3841 www.heartofthehorses.org Providing therapeutic riding as a treatment modality for those who suffer from physical, mental or emotional disorders.

___________________________________________________________ Joni and Friends 559-227-5564 www.joniandfriends.org/central-california Committed to outreach programs for individuals and families affected by disability with the love of Christ.

___________________________________________________________ KC Kids 559-305-7130 www.kcusd.com/apps/departments Provides early intervention / special education and intensive behavioral services in Kings Canyon Unified School District

___________________________________________________________ Life Goes On-Home Improvement 559-313-4313 www.lgo-hi.com Provides disabled individuals with resources to help modify their existing homes to make daily life more convenient.

___________________________________________________________ Lori Ann Infant Program - Fresno Unified School District 559-248-7236 www.facebook.com/LoriAnnInfantProgram An Early Start program serving infants and toddlers with developmental needs within Fresno Unified School District.

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Empower Speech Therapy 559-801-2626 www.empowercv.com Provides evaluations and treatment for a multitude of child and adult communication needs.

___________________________________________________________ Exceptional Parents Unlimited - EPU 559-229-2000 www.epuchildren.org Provides assessments, services and resources for those facing medical, developmental, and parenting challenges.

___________________________________________________________ Families for Effective Autism Treatment - FEAT 559-232-9094 www.feat-fmc.org Offers a network of support where families can share and discuss autism and treatment options.

___________________________________________________________ First 5 Fresno County 559-241-6515 www.first5fresno.org Provides funding for programs and services that help improve quality of life for children (0-5 years) in Fresno County

___________________________________________________________ Fresno Autism Network 559-577-7457 www.wix.com/fresnoautismnet/fan Supportive services for families and children affected by autism.

Did you know?

1 in 68 children has been identified

with autism spectrum disorder