Resources
Autism and special needs resources
www.projectclass.org/ - Helping children learn appropriate social skills, and resources for teachers who teach social skills
www.childnett.tv - Sponsored by the Dan Marino foundation, it has videos providing information about Autism
www.autism.org - Site that is grouped with multiple organizations that provide information about Autism
www.autismtown.org - Great webiste that has plenty of other webistes with info about Autism and Autism treatments.
www.texasautismscholarships.com - Dedicated to improving the education system for all children with autism
www.txautism.net - Provides a mechanism to access training, technical assistance, support, and resources for educators who serve students with autism
www.maapservices.org - Information and advice for families of individuals with Autism, Asperger syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD)
www.texasautismadvocacy.org - One of the most comprehensive sites for parents looking for information on autism in the state of Texas
www.feathouston.org - Provides information on autism, ABA treatment and support groups in the Houston and Texas area
Texasprojectfirst.org/PreschoolProg.htm - Explanation of PPCD (preschool for children with disabilities) programs in Texas, ages 3-5. This site also has links to Special education laws etc.
Texasprojectfirst.org/IDEA.html - Get familiar with IDEA as well as the autism supplement Texasprojectfirst.org/Autismsup.PDF (a separate list of considerations for children with ASDs when writing the education plans)
www.researchautism.org - Organization that focuses only on autism research
www.autismspeaks.org – New York-based advocacy group recognized for raising autism awareness, research, legislation and scientific grants
www.ianproject.org – The IAN Project is an online project designed to accelerate the pace of autism research by linking researchers and families.
Texas Autism Research and Resource Center (TARRC)
www.thearcofgreaterhouston.com
Families Can Program/Parent Education Project, University of Houston: 713-743-5435 or 713-743-5592
Government Assistance
Social Security Administration- Social Security Supplemental Income (SSI)
Provides monthly financial assistance for children with disabilities. Children eligible for SSI automatically receive Medicaid.
866-591-7734, 1-800-772-1213
www.ssa.gov/notices/supplemental-security-income
Department of Family and Protective Services
713-940-5200
MHMRA of Harris County/Tri-County MHMR: Serves children 0-4 years with developmental delays in 2 or more areas as well as children and adults with diagnoses of mental retardation, autism, down syndrome and physical disabilities.
713-970-7000
County/Mental Health: 936-521-6400
County/Mental Retardation: 936-521-6226
Home and Community Based Services Program (HCS) of MHMR: Case Management for people with mental retardation. Offers nursing services, day habilitation, speech, occupational, and physical therapy, supportive employment, adaptive aides. Parent must request this.
Harris County: 713-970-7799
Tri-County MHMR: 936-521-6226
Medically Dependent Children’s Waiver Program (MDCP): A Medicaid Waiver Program, child is eligible depending on income and assets. MDCP provides respite options such as nursing, attendant care, host families, out of home respite and home modifications for medically fragile children.
Texas Department of Aging and Disability Service
1-877-438-5658
Community Living Assistance and Support Services (CLASS): A Medicaid Waiver Program, child is eligible depending on income and assets. CLASS provides home and community based services to people who are developmentally disabled. Services include physical, occupational, speech therapy, nursing, respite, adaptive aides, orthopedic/communication devices, psychological counseling, and more.
Texas Department of Aging and Disability Service
1-877-438-5658
Community Based Alternative Program (CBA): Provides home and community based services to individuals 21+ with physical disabilities.
Harris County: 713-767-2000
Tri County: 936-521-6226
In-Home and Family Support Programs (IHFS): May provide up to $2500 yearly for expenses related to disability. Payment is based on needs identified by family and approved by the agency.
Harris County: 713-970-7799
Tri County: 936-521-6219
Children with Special Health Care Needs: Helps children with health care needs of cystic fibrosis with mental, dental and medical health care, drugs, special therapies, case management, family support services, and transportation.
1-800-252-8023
Autism/Special Needs Products
www.autismlearn101.com - Visually structured educational tasks designed for persons with autism
www.difflearn.com - Different Roads to Learning carries over 500 products carefully selected to support the Autism Community
www.SNApps4kids.com/ - SNApps4kids: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, and Android apps for children with special needs
www.autismweb.com/books - Extensive list of helpful books on Autism, ABA treatment, Asperger Syndrome and other relevant topics
Lakeshore Learning - Galleria-area retail store selling developmental toys and tools that encourage language, learning, social and motor skills 713-355-1893
BOOKS
Let Me Hear Your Voice: A Family's Triumph over Autism
By Catherine Maurice (1993)
Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism: A Manual for Parents and Professionals
By Catherine Maurice, Gina Green & Stephen Luce (1996)
Making a Difference: Behavioral Intervention for Autism
by Catherine Maurice, Gina Green, Richard Foxx; (2001) - follow-up to Behavioral Intervention for Young Children with Autism
Teach Me Language: A Language Manual for children with autism, Asperger's syndrome and related developmental disorders
By Sabrina Freeman, PhD and Lorelei Drake, B.A. (1997)
The World of the Autistic Child: Understanding and Treating Autistic Spectrum Disorders
By Dr. Bryna Siegel (1998)
Helping Children with Autism Learn: Treatment Approaches for Parents and Professionals
By Bryna Siegel (2007)
Toilet Training for Individuals with Autism Or Other Developmental Issues
By Maria Wheeler, M.E.D. (2007)
Games and Fun
www.starfall.com - Free website with programs and games for young children
www.zacbrowswer.com - Browser designed specifically for children on the autism spectrum
Various
http://www.360-edu.com - Resource for educators looking to get their master's degree. Find out more about the benefits and research the best programs available.
http://www.bayareakicks.com/ - Adidas Shoes
http://www.texas-teacher.com - Texas teacher certification. Learn the necessary steps to become a certified teacher in Texas.
