Related Links
Statewide:

State Agencies

Alabama Department of Mental Health
www.mh.alabama.gov

Alabama Department of Mental Health Waiver/Waiver List Forms and Personal Path Frames
http://www.mh.alabama.gov/IDCP/?sm=c_c

Alabama Department of Education
www.alsde.edu

Alabama Department of Human Resources
www.dhr.state.al.us

Alabama Department of Public Health
www.adph.org

Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services, Check out their new web site! Great information!
www.rehab.state.al.us

ALL Kids : ALL Kids is a low-cost, comprehensive healthcare coverage program for children under age 19. Benefits include regular check-ups and immunizations, sick child doctor visits, prescriptions,  vision and dental care, hospitalization, mental health and substance abuse services, and much more.
http://adph.org/allkids/

Alabama Family Ties
www.alfamilyties.org

Alabama Medicaid Agency
http://www.medicaid.alabama.gov/

**Alabama Medicaid Information for Home and Community Based Waivers
http://www.medicaid.alabama.gov/CONTENT/4.0_Programs/4.3.0_LTC/4.3.1_Home_Comm_Based_Waiver.aspx

**Alabama Medicaid Waiver Information on Intellectual Disability Waiver (ID Waiver, formerly MR Waiver)
http://www.medicaid.alabama.gov/CONTENT/4.0_Programs/4.3.0_LTC/4.3.1.3_Intellectual_Disabilities_Waiver.aspx

**Alabama Waiver Service Catalog
http://www.mh.alabama.gov/downloads/IDCP/IDCP090831_mrw_svc_catalog_v9_01_09.pdf

**State of Alabama Multiple Needs Child Office
www.mnc.alabama.gov

State of Alabama Governor's Office On Disability
http://good.alabama.gov/

Social Security Administration Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
http://www.ssa.gov/pgm/ssi.htm

Complete List of Compassionate Allowance Conditions for qualifying for Disabilty (Rett Syndrome is #93)
http://www.socialsecurity.gov/compassionateallowances/conditions.htm


Support Groups and Non-Profits

Care with Flair
Not just a sitter service, Quality Care with a Flair!
http://cwfllc.org/

The ARC of Alabama
The Arc of Alabama, Inc
557 South Lawrence Street
Montgomery, AL 36104-4611
www.thearcofalabama.com

Ability Alliance of West Alabama
1002 McFarland Boulevard
Suite K.
Northport, Alabama 35476
Telephone    205-333-1577
Intake Ext    206
Together We Ride Ext    213
Fax    205-333-2904
www.abilityalliance.info


The Beth Foundation
Helping Hurting Hearts
www.bethfoundation.org

Aaron's Staff
Welcome to our website!  If you are the parent of a child with special needs, you are faced with difficult decisions.  How can you provide constant care for your child and still meet the needs of your spouse, other children and yourself?  Caring for a child with disabilities and special needs is a demanding job and no one is equipped to do it alone.  Aaron's Staff is here to help.
www.aaronsstaffrespite.org

Alabama Respite
If you are the caregiver of a child or adult with a disability or chronic illness, chances are you need a break.
The Alabama Lifespan Respite Resource Network can help you find respite providers! Call 1-866-RESTALA or visit:
www.alabamarespite.org

Family Voices of Alabama
(FV of AL) aims to achieve family-centered care for all children and youth with special health care needs and/or disabilities.
Through our national network, we provide families tools to make informed decisions, advocate for improved public and private policies, build partnerships among professionals and families, and serve as a trusted resource on health care.
http://www.familyvoicesal.org

Transition Workbook
http://familyvoicesal.org/file-downloads/Youth_Transition_Planning_Workbook_1002.pdf

Full Life Ahead Foundation- Helping People with disAbilities Live the most Independent and Productive Life Possible
http://www.fulllifeahead.org/index.php

Independent Living Resources of Greater Alabama
http://www.ilrgb.org/
Located in Birmingham with two additional satellite locations.

Indpendent Living Center of Mobile 
http://www.ilcmobile.org
Located in Mobile

Montgomery Center for Independent Living
http://www.montgomerycil.org
Located in Montgomery

Alabama Association for Persons in Supported Employment
http://www.al-apse.org

Vehicle and Transportation

Van conversions, rentals and sales
http://www.sylacaugahandicap.com

Check this van out!!!  From Toyota
http://www.toyotamobility.com

Other Resource Information

Resources for people with disabilites in Alabama
http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/help/al.htm

Exceptional Parent
416 Main Street
Johnstown, PA 15901
1-800-372-7368
www.eparent.com

Resources and ideas for teachers of learners with severe, profound, intensive, significant, complex or multiple special needs.
http://teachinglearnerswithmultipleneeds.blogspot.com/

Camp ASCCA
Our Mission
The Camp ASCCA mission is to help eligible individuals with disabilities and/or health impairments achieve equality, dignity, and maximum independence. This is to be accomplished through a safe and quality program of camping, therapeutic recreation, and education in a year-round barrier-free environment. Our goal is to serve those who can derive maximum benefit from the resident camp experience and provide a healthier, happier, longer, and more productive life for children and adults of all abilities.
www.campascca.org

At the Adaptivemall.com®, we know how important it is for children with special needs to be given every opportunity possible. From years of experience, both personal and professional...
We Understand!™
http://www.adaptivemall.com


Special Equipment Care Projects throughout the state:

These programs can lend equipment that your family may have need of. They also take donations that can be a blessing to other families. You can check out a piece of equipment for as long as you need it, such as a lift, wheelchair, strollers, walkers, bedside comodes, hospital beds, and many other items.

Anniston, 3-R Project 256-236-0807

Birmingham, Remedy Project- 205-783-9170

Huntsville, Waste-Not-Want-Not Program- 256-852-5600

Montgomery, Care Project- 334-288-0240, Ext, 245




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RETT FAMILIES IN ALABAMA
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