The Arc of the United States
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Offers a broad range of information regarding disability, including online journals, governmental policy information and online seminars.
About Special Kids (ASK)
An organization where parents, professions, and volunteers work together to support children with special needs by providing information, peer support and education.
Autism Now
The nation's source for resources and information on community-based solutions for individuals with autism, other developmental disabilities, and their families. A national initiative of The Arc.
Autism Society of Indiana
State chapter of the Autism Society of America.
Best Buddies Indiana
Dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships and integrated employment.
Brain Injury Association of Indiana
Dedicated to creating a better future by reducing the incidence and effects of brain injury through public and professional education, advocacy and support, and by facilitating inter-agency commitment and collaboration.
Center for Youth and Adults with Conditions of Childhood
Provides consultative services for youth and young adult patients 11-22 as well as adult patients with developmental disabilities and serious chronic illness. Patients are seen at Wishard Primary Care Center, Indianapolis.
DADS – Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome
Assists and supports fathers and families of people with Down syndrome.
Down Syndrome Indiana
Dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with Down syndrome.
Family To Family
Devoted to linking Indiana families to people, information and resources within their own
communities.
Family Voices Indiana
Shares advocacy opportunities and updated information on issues that impact Indiana families of children with disabilities or special needs.
Governor's Council for People with Disabilities
The Governor's Council for People with Disabilities aims to promote public policy that leads to the independence, productivity and inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of society. For people interested in learning how to be an advocate, the council offers a Partners in Policymaking course once a year. The council may also provide financial assistance for people with disabilities who wish to participate in conferences or workshops.
IN-APSE - The Network on Employment
Works to improve and expand integrated employment opportunities, services, and outcomes for persons experiencing disabilities.
INARF
Statewide membership organization representing providers of services to people with disabilities.
INDATA - Assistive Technology
Provides a variety of assistive technology services including:
Indiana Coalition for Human Services
ICHS advocates for quality, accessible, and comprehensive services for Hoosiers in need through lobbying & public policy, grassroots organizing, and outreach education. The Arc of Indiana is a member of ICHS.
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
Indiana University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
Indiana Professional Management Group (IPMG)
Provides case management services to people receiving services on the Developmental Disabilities, Support Services and Autism Waivers
Indiana Protection and Advocacy
Created in 1977 by state law to protect and advocate the rights of people with disabilities, IPAS staff includes disability rights advocates and attorneys who have the authority to pursue appropriate legal and administrative remedies on behalf of people with disabilities, to ensure the enforcement of their rights. IPAS may be able to assist Hoosiers who have a disability and are being denied a right or are being discriminated against because of that disability.
INSOURCE
Statewide organization that provides parents, families, and service providers with information and training to assure effective educational programs and appropriate services for children and young adults with disabilities.
National Down Syndrome Congress
The mission of the National Down Syndrome Congress is to provide information, advocacy and support concerning all aspects of life for individuals with Down syndrome
National Down Syndrome Society
The mission of the National Down Syndrome Society is to be the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.
NICHCY - National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
National resource center providing information on:
PACER Center
PACER Center is a parent training and information center for families of children and youth with all disabilities from birth through 21 years old. Located in Minneapolis, it serves families across the nation. PACER offers publications about transition and other issues pertinent to raising children with disabilities.
Program Policy Manual for Cash Assistance, Food Stamps and Health Coverage
Self Advocates of Indiana
Statewide organization run by and for people with developmental disabilities. SAI helps people to learn, to speak for themselves, and to serve their communities.
Special Olympics Indiana
Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in more than 20 Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Part of the international network of accredited Special Olympics Programs.
State of Indiana - Family and Health
Information about programs and services for children and adults with disabilities Indiana
United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Indiana
Works to advance the quality of life for people who have cerebral palsy and prevent its causes.
VSA arts of Indiana
Since the early 1980's, V S A arts of Indiana has led the movement to unleash the creative spirit and artistic gifts of thousands of children, youth and adults.
Yellow Pages for Kids (Indiana)
At the Yellow Pages for Kids with Disabilities, you will find educational consultants, psychologists, diagnosticians, health care specialists, academic tutors, speech language therapists, advocates, and attorneys. You will also find government programs, grassroots organizations, special education schools, and parent support groups.