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State and National Resources

Autism Internet Modules

AIM is designed to provide high-quality information and professional development for anyone who supports, instructs, works with, or lives with someone with autism. Each module guides you through case studies, instructional videos, pre- and post-assessments, a glossary, and much more. AIM modules are available at no cost. If you would like to receive credit for your time on AIM, certificate and credit options are available for a fee.
http://www.autisminternetmodules.org/

Autism Discussion Page

This page was developed by Bill Nason, MS, LLP to discuss tools that help children on the spectrum feel safe, accepted and competent. Although each child is different, with their unique strengths and challenges, their are some common strategies that can strengthen the social, emotion, and cognitive security for most children on the spectrum. Come learn, share, and support.
https://www.facebook.com/autismdiscussionpage/

Coalition of Texans with Disabilities

CTD is a 501(c)3 working to ensure that persons with disabilities may work, live, learn, play and participate fully in the community of their choice. We focus on the areas of governmental advocacy, public awareness activities, and professional disability consulting to fulfill our mission. CTD is the largest and oldest member driven cross-disability organization in the state. Their review of available financial planning tools makes it easy to understand the difference between Trusts and ABLE accounts. Click here to download it. 
http://www.txdisabilities.org/

Disability Rights Texas

How does Disability Rights Texas (DRTx) help? Our attorneys and advocates work to impact the lives of Texans with disabilities in the following ways:

  • Legal assistance: We provide direct legal assistance to people with disabilities whose rights are threatened or violated.
  • Protect rights: We protect the rights of individuals and groups of people with disabilities through the courts and justice system.
  • Educate policymakers: We educate and inform policymakers about issues that impact the rights and services for people with disabilities.
  • Inform about rights: We inform people with disabilities and family members about their rights.
  • Referrals: We make referrals to programs and services.
If you would like help or information related to any of the items listed above, visit our Contact Us page. 
www.disabilityrightstx.org/en/home/

Navigate Life Texas 

NavigateLifeTexas.org was built for anyone who needs to find relevant, comprehensive, and accurate information about services in Texas for children with disabilities and special health care needs. The site was designed by parents, for parents, but it’s a valuable resource for caregivers, clinicians, professionals, and support groups as well. A Spanish version of the site is also available.
English - https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/en
Español-  https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/es

Parent Companion

A guide for Texas parents and caregivers of children with diagnosed or suspected disabilities from birth through 5 years of age.
http://www.parentcompanion.org/

Texas Family to Family Network

Provides IEP parent support in Houston, education & training events on the special education process, developmental disabilities diagnosis information, and referral to community resources, Family to Family Network offers families of children with disabilities the opportunity to network with other families in order to learn from and help one another.
http://www.familytofamilynetwork.org/

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. They offer conferences and online information.
http://www.txp2p.org

Texas Project First

A website that allows you to search for resources and services by age. Also has information on the Special Education process in Texas. 
http://www.texasprojectfirst.org/

Texas Statewide Leadership for Autism

Areas of emphasis: Autism Training, online Resources, model sites, intervention and research.
www.txautism.net

The Office of Special Education Programs 

This website is designed to provide easy access to information from research to practice initiatives funded by OSEP that address the provisions of IDEA and ESSA. This website will include resources, links, and other important information relevant to OSEP’s research to practice efforts. Please continue to check the website for new information that will be posted as it becomes available.
https://www.osepideasthatwork.org/

University of Texas Technology Access Program

We develop programs to improve access, advocacy, and awareness of Assistive Technology to meet the needs of Texans with disabilities. 
​http://tatp.edb.utexas.edu/

Wrightslaw 

Information on special education law and advocacy.
http://wrightslaw.com







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  • Home
  • Newsletter
  • Seeking Diagnosis
    • Early Signs
  • Autistic Adults
  • Local Resources
    • State and National Resources
  • ARD Assistance
  • Conferences
  • Camps
  • Donations
  • Parent Trainings
  • Sensory Friendly Movies at Cinemark
  • COVID-19