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                  Texas Statewide Leadership for Autism
                  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/

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                  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/
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