Resources for Parents

A Parent's Guide to Special Education
 
New England Index
www.disabilityinfo.org
 
Parent Stress Line
 
Autism Society of America
 
Center for the Study of Autism

Autism Research Institute (ARI)
 
Wrights  Law
 
(CEC) Council for Exceptional Children
 
Doug Flutie Foundation
Promote awareness and supports families affected by autism spectrum disorders. Committed to funding organizations that provide direct services, family support grants, education, advocacy and recreational opportunities with the purpose of improving the quality of life for individuals with autism and their families.

 

 
 
♦ MASSACHUSETTS STATE AGENCIES
 
Massachusetts Association of Parent Education Advisory Council (MASSPAC)
The statewide organization providing information, training, and networking opportunities to Massachusetts special education parent advisory councils (PACs) and the professionals who collaborate with them.
 
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
781-338-3300
 
Department of Mental Health
617-626-8000
 
Department of Developmental Services (formerly Department of Mental Retardation)
617-727-5608
 
Department of Public Health
866-627-7968
 
Department of Children and Families
800-792-5200 Child at Risk Hotline
800-632-8188
 
Massachusetts Commission for the Blind
800-392-6450
 
Massachusetts Commission for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
617-740-1600 (voice)
617-740-1700 (TTY)
 
Massachusetts Department of Disabilities Council
617-770-7676
 
Massachusetts Rehabilitation  Commission
617-204-3603 (Ombudsperson)
800-425-9009 (Disabled Person's Protection Hotline)
 
♦ TECHNOLOGY
 
CAST
A non-profit organization that uses technology to expand opportunities for all people, especially those with disabilities. Provides information on research and development of innovative computer technology for individuals with disabilities.
 
Family Village
Integrates information, resources, and communication opportunities on the internet for persons with mental retardation and other disabilities, their families, and those that provide them services and supports.