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SPECIAL NEEDS NORTH STATE PARENT FAMILY RESOURCE GUIDE FALL/WINTER 2021/2022
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ADHDchildhood. Tools & tips for caregivers & teachers of kids with ADHD. Includes ed- ucational videos, support options, educa- tional tools. A sister website includes info for adults with ADHD including diagnostic re- sources and encouraging stories from adults living with ADHD. adhdchildhood.com. Autism LifeSpan; Chico. Serving 9 Northern California counties. Supports individuals with developmental disabilities & their fam- ilies. The resource office includes a lending library with more than 500 books, videos, DVDs & curriculum materials spanning the autism spectrum. Provides families, individ- uals, educators, and other professionals with information and resources. Also offers train- ings and monthly parent support group. autismlifespan.org. 2418 Cohasset Rd., Ste. 150. (530) 897-0900.
Autism Speaks. An organization that helps families recognize early signs of autism and seek early intervention to improve learning, communication and social skills. autism- speaks.org. (888) 288-4762.
Autism Support Network. A free online community that connects thousands of families to support each other. Strategies & guides for managing autism. Provides a search feature to find support near you. autismsupportnetwork.com.
Braille & Talking Book Library; serving Northern California. A free service that loans braille & audiobooks (& playback equip- ment) by mail to eligible Northern California residents who are unable to read standard print materials due to blindness, low vision or physical disabilities. Library.ca.gov. btbl@ library.ca.gov.
California Children’s Services. A state program for children with certain diseases or health problems. Through this program, children up to age 21 can get the health care and services they need. dhcs.ca.gov.
Butte. (530) 552-3891.
Shasta. For Partnership Health Members with CCS, please call (800) 863-4155. Non- Partnership clients with last names starting with A-G and T-Z call (530) 229- 8436. Last names starting with H- S call (530) 229- 8107.
Siskiyou. (530) 841-2132.
Tehama. (530) 527-6824.
California State Department of Rehabili- tation. Serving all upper CA counties. Helps individuals with disabilities (physical, men- tal, emotional or learning) go to work for the 1st time or return to work. Job training & placement, adaptive technology, vocation- al counseling, help with transportation & more. By application. dor.ca.gov.
Butte Co; Chico. 1370 E. Lassen Ave. Suite 110. (530) 895-5507.
Shasta Co; Redding. 1900 Churn Creek Rd., Ste. 100. (530) 224-4708.
Siskiyou Co; Yreka. 500 N. Main St. (530) 842-1662.
Tehama Co; Red Bluff. 705 Pine St. (530) 529-4270. Intake interviews are being held by phone during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Center for Parent Information & Resourc- es; Sacramento. A network for parents of children with disabilities. The Parent Center for Butte, Glenn, Tehama, Shasta & Siskiyou counties is Warmline Family Resource Cen- ter. parentcenterhub.org & warmlinefrc.org. 2424 Castro Way. (916) 455-9500 or (844) 455-9517.
Cerebral Palsy Guidance; Created to provide answers, support and assistance
to parents of children with cerebral palsy. Provides information and resources for everything from financial assistance to med- ical equipment. Medical information on the site has been medically reviewed by board certified physicians. cerebralpalsyguidance. com. (866) 579-8495.
Disability Action Center; Butte, Colusa, Glenn, Lassen, Modoc, Plumas, Shasta, Siski- you & Tehama Counties. Serving the needs of people with disabilities since 1980. Advo- cacy, peer advising, information & referrals, housing strategies, assistive technology, durable medical equipment reuse program, volunteer opportunities, vision resources
& traumatic brain injuries program. Offers voice options & senior communications program (social media), for all ages, families & individuals. actionctr.org.
Chico. 1161 East Ave. (530) 893-8527. Redding. 2453 Athens Ave. (530) 242- 8550.
Disability Rights of CA; Provides education and community outreach, self advocacy help, legal advice or representation. disabili- tyrightsca.org.
Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network;
DSDN supports parents who have recent- ly received a diagnosis for their child or unborn baby by connecting them to other families. Resources, education, and support for parents and caregivers of a loved one with Down syndrome. (612) 460-0765. dsdi- agnosisnetwork.org.
Down Syndrome Information Alliance (DSIA); Serving Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, El Dorado, Nevada, Yuba, Shasta, Solano and Sutter counties. Provides support, referrals and resources to empower individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and our community. downsyndromeinfo.org. (916) 658-1686. info@downsyndromeinfo.org.
Far Northern Regional Center. In upper CA counties, serving individuals with develop- mental disabilities & their families. Provides services and support that allow for a person with developmental disabilities to live a meaningful and productive life. Referrals
to services & support for infants to adults. farnorthernrc.org.
Chico. 1377 East Lassen Ave. (530) 895- 8633.
Redding. 1900 Churn Creek Rd., Ste. 319. (530) 222-4791.
Mt. Shasta. 421 Chestnut St. (530) 222-4791. Lake Almanor. 401 Peninsula Dr., Ste. 2.
(530) 257-5516.
All mail must be directed to P.O. Box 492418, Redding, CA 96049.
Head Start/Early Head Start. Offers sup- port for children ages 5 & under with special needs & their parents. To find a program in your area, use the Head Start Locator online or call a local office in your county. eclkc.ohs. acf.hhs.gov. (866) 763-6481.
Homeschool Association of California (HSC) Special Needs Homeschooling Infor- mation. Volunteer contact person for general information about homeschooling kids with special needs. hsc.org. (888) 472-4440. In-Home Support Services. California will pay parents of minor children as providers. To qualify, a child must have an undeniable level of need & documentation from a physi- cian or regional center. In a 2-parent house- hold, 1 parent must be working or enrolled full time in an educational program for the other parent to be paid as a provider. The pro- vider parent must prove inability to maintain employment due to the needs of the child. cdss.ca.gov/In-Home-Supportive-Services. Medi-Cal & Medi-Cal Waivers. Medi-Cal, California’s Medicaid program, offers waivers to specific groups of individuals based on specific geographic areas of the state & provides medical coverage to individuals who may not otherwise be eligible under Medicaid rules. search “Medi-Cal Waivers“ on dhcs.ca.gov.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI); NAMI is the nation’s largest grass- roots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness. nami. org/home. (703) 524-7600. Local chapters: Butte (530) 894-8551, Shasta: (530) 691-4450. National Association for Down Syn- drome (NADS). The oldest Down syndrome advocacy organization in the country. Helps people with Down syndrome reach their
full potential. Offers prenatal information
for parents expecting a child with Down syndrome. nads.org.
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD); A database and resource center for people who are living with, or have loved ones with a rare disease. rarediseases.org. (800) 999-6673.
Northern California Center on Deafness. North Highland. Serves clients in Shasta, Butte, Siskiyoum Glenn and Tehama coun- ties by providing communication services; counseling; advocacy, services; independent living skills instruction; job development and placement; information and referral; and community education norcalcenter.org. (916) 349-7500.
Parent Infant Programs; Redding. Serving most upper CA counties. In-home program for children ages 0-5 with developmental needs. Curriculum focuses on maximizing the development of the individual child, strengthening the parent-child relationship & helping parents develop strong advocacy skills. parentinfantprograms.com.
Redding. 2628 Victor Ave., Ste. B. (530) 247-1375.
Chico. 2550 Floral Ave. (530) 343-8106.
Rowell Family Empowerment of Northern CA; Siskiyou, Trinity, Shasta, Tehama, Butte
& Glenn County. Parent-founded, par- ent-operated, nonprofit organization that offers free services to families of children ages 3-22 with special needs. Programs
and trainings are supported through grants, contracts, donations & fundraising activities. empoweryourfamily.org. (530) 226-5129. SLATE. The hallmark of SLATE (Successful Living with Autism through Training & Education) is Get SET (Social Emotional Training). SLATE’s summer program provides an environment for children & young adults to learn & grow side by side with typical children. empoweryourfamily.org/slate. (530) 226-5129.
Special Olympics Northern California. Offers free sports training for anyone diag- nosed with intellectual disabilities ages 5 & up. Competitions for ages 8 & up. Call for county info. sonc.org. (925) 944-8801.
The Autism Society. The nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, increasing public awareness, advocating for appropriate services & providing the latest treatment information. Also hosts a national autism con- ference. autism-society.org. (800) 328-8476. Wings of Eagles; the Joseph Alvarez Orga- nization for Seriously Ill Children is dedicat- ed to helping & financially assisting families with seriously ill children in Butte, Glenn, Colusa, Tehama, Sutter, & Yuba Counties. “Wings of Eagles” was founded in memory of Joseph Alvarez in June of 1993, who died of a very rare and terminal form of leukemia a month before his tenth birthday. “Wings
of Eagles” will be celebrating 30 years of service to the community in 2022. “Wings” has helped hundreds of families that have seriously ill children over the years with their out of pocket expenses, including gas, food, & lodging. “Wings of Eagles” Hospital Care Kit program provides families with the much needed supplies they will need for an extended hospital stay. These Hospital Care Kits are donated to “Wings of Eagles” fami- lies and local area hospitals. wingsofeagles. org or call (530) 893-9231..
Wondermoms. A project by three moms
to share real talk, helpful information, and practical advice with parents of kids who have special needs. Includes a blog, resourc- es, and many helpful tips and advice for navigating parenting children with special needs. wondermoms.org.
BUTTE COUNTY
ARC of Butte County; Chico. Serving Butte, Glenn & Tehama Counties, ARC assists people with developmental disabilities to choose & realize their goals. Family support groups in English & Spanish. arcbutte.org. 2030 Park Ave. (530) 891-5865.
CSU, Chico Autism Clinic. Year-round program promotes the sensory, motor, communicative & cognitive skills of children with developmental disorders. Allows children to experience the sensory & motor input they are seeking in order to balance their nervous systems so they may focus on learning other skills. Sliding scale available. Search “autism clinic” at csuchico.edu. (530) 898-6373 or (530) 898-6324.
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