Resource Links
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association:
www.asha.org/public/speech/development/Parent-Stim-Activities.htm
activities to encourage speech and language development.
Autism Society:
www.autism-society.org
news section of this website offers information about press releases relevant to Autism
Autism Speaks:
http://www.autismspeaks.org/
increasing awareness of Autism Spectrum Disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with Autism and their families
Center for Disease Control and Prevention: (Also avail. in Spanish)
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/index.html
comprehensive tools, information and resources regarding child development and health
Disability.gov:
http://www.disability.gov/home/about_us
an award-winning federal web site that contains disability-related resources on programs, services, laws and regulations to help people with disabilities lead full, independent lives
Down Syndrome:
http://www.downsyn.com
provides information for parents of children with Down Syndrome
E-Learning for Kids:
www.e-learningforkids.org/courses_grade.html#grade_K
In today’s complex world, children’s futures are determined by their ability to master the basics of reading, science, math and computers. Yet costs,
class sizes and other issues often prevent children access to quality online learning that can support and reinforce these essential skills. E-Learning
for Kids is a source for childhood learning on the Internet – available from anywhere and without charge. E-Learning for Kids is a global, nonprofit
foundation dedicated to fun and free learning on the Internet for children ages 5 - 12. They offer free, best-in-class courseware in math, science,
reading and keyboarding; and are building a community for parents and educators to share innovations and insights in childhood education.
Foundation for Early Learning:
http://www.gettingschoolready.org
provides information about school readiness, child development, and other resources for parents and professionals
Home Safety Council Resource:
http://www.homesafetycouncil.org
provides safety guidelines, safety checklists and articles for preventing injuries and accidents to children and adults in an around the home.
LD Online:
http://www.ldonline.org/article/mealtimes
activities that encourage language at mealtimes.
LD Online:
http://www.ldonline.org/article/nuturing_oral_language_skills/6314
activities that nurture language development in children.
National Association for the Education of Young Children:
http://www.naeyc.org
provides useful information regarding policies and legislative changes and information on developmentally appropriate practice
National Center for Hearing Assessment & Management (NCHAM), Utah State University,
and the NY State Early Hearing Detection & Intervention program (EHDI):
www.communicatewithyourchild.org
EHDI telephone number (518)-473-7016. NCHAM and EHDI worked together to develop a resource list called “Find Out More!”, which contains contact
information for both National and State Organizations that provide support for families of children with hearing loss.
The NCHAM also developed a brochure (in conjunction with the Let Them Hear Foundation) that explains the basics of hearing loss interventions to parents of children recently identified with hearing loss called “Communicate with Your Child”. The brochure provides basic information related to hearing aids, cochlear implants, and various communication options available to a child with hearing loss.
To find both the resource list and brochure, please log onto
www.communicatewithyourchild.org
National Center for Infants, Toddlers & Families:
http://www.zerotothree.org
provides information and resources for the healthy development of infants and toddlers
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities: (Also avail. in Spanish)
http://www.nichcy.org
provides assistance to parents of children with disabilities and assistance in obtaining services
New York City Early Intervention Program-FAQ Sheet:
Faq Sheet of frequently asked questions about ineligibility and where to go from here.
New York State Department of Health:
http://www.health.state.ny.us/community/infants_children/early_intervention/index.htm a statewide program that provides many different types of early intervention services to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families.
New York State Department of Education:
http://usny.nysed.gov/parents/
provides information and resources for parents and professionals regarding special needs students
Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities:
www.omr.state.ny.us/
provides resources and current support services information for individuals with disabilities and their families
Office of Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities:
http://www.vesid.nysed.gov/specialed/home.html
assistance with understanding the complex issues related to special education services; provides access to the necessary information to be effectively involved in the education of students with disabilities
Positive Parenting:
http://www.positiveparenting.com/
provides tips and resources for best practices in parenting
Sensory Processing Disorder Foundation:
http://www.spdfoundation.net/
provides advocacy resources, information and research about sensory processing disorders
Speechville Express:
http://www.speechville.com/
provides information about available resources to help children who have a communication impairment or disorder
US Department of Education:
http://www.ed.gov
provides information on IDEA and links to special education services
United States Public Interest Research Groups:
http://uspirg.org/action/toy-safety-taf
provides information on protecting children from unsafe toys and other important recall information and related resources
Wrightslaw:
http://www.wrightslaw.com/
provides information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities
