5: Community Resources
It definitely takes a village to raise a child, and for children with special needs, the village typically includes a number of agencies and organizations. Tonight we will introduce you to groups who can provide assistance to individuals with disabilities and their families. Each group will share how they are funded, who their target audience is, their key programs, how to get support, and whether there is any cost for their services.
REMINDER: You can access a comprehensive list of related organizations on the Welcome to HollandTown class page.
The Arc's Presentation Materials
Resources
Many of these resources are already listed on the Hollandtown materials from week 2. Please look there for additional links. Any other new resources are listed here below.
Adam's Camp - A week of intensive therapies for youth with special needs. Family attends together and enjoys a week of respite and recreation.
Parent Support Group! Saturday, December 1st, from 10 am-12 pm. Group will be using The Arc's office, but this support group is not affiliated with The Arc. This is a for parents, by parents group. All parents and caregivers of children with special needs welcome, no matter the age or diagnosis. This will be a safe, welcome place to talk with other parents, vent, cry, laugh, celebrate "little" milestones, etc. Email specialkids.parentgroup@gmail.com to RSVP.
