Programs, Schools and Information for Children with Special Needs
General Resources
Schools and Programs
National Association of Private Special Education Centers - has listing of member education centers by state
Download the file below for a list of programs & schools in New Jersey New Jersey Workshop for the Arts (Westfield) - offerings include Music Connections, a reduced fee instrumental music program for special needs families with children 6 years & older 
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In New JerseyAssociation of Schools & Agencies for the Handicapped (ASAH) - a not-for-profit organization of private schools and agencies in New Jersey which provide highly specialized services to more than 11,000 infants, children and young adults with disabilities; also advocates for legislative and regulatory changes that improve the quality of life for individuals with disabilities and their families
New Jersey Early Intervention System - offers services and support to kids, birth to age 3, with developmental delays or disabilities; offers a resource guide with everything from advocacy to child care NJ State of Education - provides schools and parents with information services, materials circulation, technical assistance, consultation services and production services & more Special Child Health Services - provided by the State Dept. of Health & Senior Services; toll-free number for referral for Early Intervention System 888-653-4463 |
BlogsSailaja Sastry's blog - a mom shares her experiences raising two special needs children
Other Agencies & Information
Learning Disabilities Association of America - national nonprofit organization (with state chapters) devoted to advancing the education and general welfare of people with learning disabilities
Tap to Talk - communication application that gives a non-verbal child with autism, Down syndrome or any speech delay the ability to communicate with the tap of a picture |
Autism Resources
NJ Resources
Autism New Jersey - education and advocacy as well as resources; 800-4-AUTISM
The Autism Center at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital - evaluation, social services, support groups and more; 973-754-3081 Parents of Autistic Children (Brick) - POAC offers education and training assistance to professionals and families; also provides recreational and support services to children with autism and their families; 732-785-1099 Autism Program (Mountainside) - at Children's Specialized Hospital; evaluation, treatment, education, resources and research; 888-CHILDREN (244-5373), ext 5166 The Autism Center at UMDNJ (Newark) - screening, diagnosis and comprehensive developmental assessment for children suspected of having an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD); also offer family support groups, workshops and other educational resourcces; 973-972-8930 Autism Educational Advocates (Perth Amboy) - 888-470-1119 |
Other Agencies & Information Sources
Autism on the Rise in the US - blog about the statistics from a survey released Oct. 2009 by the American Academy of Pediatrics
National Autism Association - it's mission is to educate and empower families affected by autism and other neurological disorders, while advocating on behalf of those who cannot fight for their own rights First Signs - national non-profit organization dedicated to educating parents and professionals about the early warning signs of autism and related disorders Solving the Autism Mystery - article written by Shawn Bean published in Baby Talk Magazine September 2010 |
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