Resources
Areas of Emphasis: Autism Training, Online Resources, Model Sites, Intervention and Research
www.txautism.net or download file below for more information on available courses
This list of local, regional, and national resources is not endorsed by FACETS. If you would like to add something to this list, please contact our webmaster.
Early Childhood Intervention (Birth to Age 3)
MHMR Authority of the Brazos Valley
302 E. 24th St.
Bryan, TX 77803
Ph (979) 821-9478
http://www.mhmrabv.org/eci.shtml
http://www.dars.state.tx.us/ecis/
Child Find Programs (Ages 3-21)
Bryan ISD Special Education Services
1307 Memorial Dr.
Bryan, TX 77802
Ph (979) 209-2876
Ph (979) 209-2856
http://www.bryanisd.org/default.asp?pageID=120
College Station ISD Special Services
1812 Welsh
College Station, TX 77840
Ph (979) 764-5433
http://www.csisd.org/pages/info_childfind.html
Home & Community-Based Waivers
From Autism Speaks: "Home and Community-Based Waivers enable families to obtain long-term services in their home and community that would otherwise be provided in an institution. As part of the Social Security Act, each state has access to Medicaid funds to support these services for individuals with disabilities, including autism. The intent of this program is to help individuals that might otherwise be institutionalized lead more independent lives.
Waivers allow states to cover an array of home and community-based services, such as respite care, modifications to the home environment and family training, which are not otherwise covered. The process for submitting a waiver application is different in each state. Consult your state or private healthcare provider for information"
Note: Waiting lists may be 7-10 years (or longer) so put your child on both lists immediately, even if you do not think you will need services later. You can always remove yourself from the list later or turn down services, but you cannot make up the extra years you put off signing up for services.
CLASS (TX Community Living Assistance and Support Services) Program - More information;
To Sign-up call Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services, (DADS) · (877) 438-5658
HCS (Home and Community Based Services) Program - More information;
To Sign-up call MHMR Authority of Brazos Valley · (979) 821-9433
*****IF YOU EVER MOVE, YOU NEED TO CONTACT THE ABOVE AGENCIES AND UPDATE YOUR INFORMATION OR YOU MAY ACCIDENTALLY BE REMOVED FROM THE WAITING LISTS.****
Therapy Providers
Brazos Valley Rehabilitation Center (Offering speech, physical, occupational, & hippo therapy)
1318 Memorial Drive
Bryan, TX 77802
Ph (979) 776-2872
http://www.brvc.net
The Therapy Center at The Med (Offering speech, physical, & occupational therapy)
1602 Rock Prairie Road, Suite 4100
College Station, TX 77845
Ph (979) 680-5420
Fax (979) 680-5429
The Autism Connection (Offering Relationship Development Intervention®)www.rdiconnect.com
RDI® Certified Program Consultant –Terry Dennis
512-446-3742
autismconnection@att.net
www.theautismconnection.com
Other Organizations & Information Sources
Family Support Network at Texas A&M University
This is an excellent group and source of information run by Amy Sharp, PhD of the Center on Disability and Development at TAMU. Please see the "Resources" link on the CDD page for additional Brazos Valley or Texas resources. Users can both search and edit the resource listings.
http://fsn.tamu.edu
http://disabilityresources.tamu.edu/
University of Texas Technology Access Program
http://tatp.edb.utexas.edu/
Autism Research Institute
The Autism Research Institute (ARI), a non-profit organization, was established in 1967. For more than 40 years, ARI has devoted its work to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research, on the triggers of autism and on methods of diagnosing and treating autism. We provide research-based information to parents and professionals around the world.
http://www.autism.com
Texas Parent to Parent
Texas Parent to Parent is a nonprofit organization created by parents for families of children with disabilities, chronic illness and other special needs throughout the state of Texas.
http://www.txp2p.org
Brazos Valley Gluten Intolerance Group (BVGIG)
This group is a support group for individuals with Celiac disease or gluten intolerance. For individuals wanting to learn more about gluten-free resources in Bryan and College Station, you may want to contact this group.
http://www.bvgig.com/
Bryan+College Station Public Library System
The public library system has good books on Autism, developmental disorders, and sensory integration. Search online or visit your local library.
http://bcslibrary.org
NICHCY - National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
Educational information for children with all types of disabilities
http://www.nichcy.org/
Special Education Resources
Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy
http://wrightslaw.com
U.S. Department of Education - Individuals with Disabilities Education Act 2004 (IDEA)
http://idea.ed.gov/
| autismcourses_001.jpg |
National Professional Development Center on Inclusion (NPDCI)
http://community.fpg.unc.edu/npdci
National Professional Development Center on Autism Spectrum Disorders
http://www.fpg.unc.edu/~autismpdC/
