16 Oct Local Resources for Families of Children with Disabilities Marin County
| Organization | Description | Website / Contacts |
|---|---|---|
| Matrix Parent Network and Resource Center | Matrix helps families learn how to obtain services and education for their child through collaborative work, trainings, and activities. | Help Line: 800-578-2592 http://www.matrixparents.org Novato, CA |
| Arnold Advocacy | Arnold Advocacy provides support and advice for families with children with special needs to more effectively navigate the educational and IEP system. | Colleen Arnold, M.S. https://www.arnoldadvocacy.com Novato, CA |
| Autistry Studios | Prevocational program that works with ASD youth 13 and older to promote independence through the use of individualized projects. | Janet Lawson and Dan Swearingen http://www.autistrystudios.com San Rafael, CA |
| Summerade | SummerAde pairs high school volunteers with children with special needs to aid them during summer camp. | Dr. Tina Gabby http://summerade.org |
| Flexible Learning Opportunities (FLO) | FLO is a support group for parents of children with learning differences and offers educational programming and resources, including a speaker series. | http://www.floparents.com Ross Valley School District, CA |
| Alexis Lynch Law | Specializing in establishing conservatorships for individuals who require protection and care over their lifetime. | Alexis Lynch http://alexislynchlaw.com Fairfax, CA |
| Marin Center for Independent Living | Provides a wide variety of services to promote the independence of people with all types of disabilities and all ages. This includes a youth advocacy group, housing assistance, peer counseling, and benefits planning. | http://www.marincil.org San Rafael, CA |
| Tutor Corps | Provides 1:1 academic tutoring, homeschooling support, and school staffing for 1:1 support. | http://www.tutorcorps.com Marin County, CA |
| Social Learning Works | A wide variety of services provided privately, including social learning therapy, speech and language assessment and therapy, sibling workshops, and parent education. | Gaye Roegiero http://www.sociallearningworks.com Corte Madera, CA |
| Dedication to Special Education Parent Connections | An online community for families, educators, and professionals. One of the events hosted is a monthly playtime Saturdays at Marindale’s accessible playground. | https://www.bigtent.com/groups/dseconnects San Rafael, CA |
| Jessica’s Haven | A rescue and haven for dogs, with vocational and social opportunities for individuals with disabilities. | http://jessicashaven.com/about-us/ San Rafael, CA |
| P.L.A.Y (Psychology, Learning and You) | PLAY provides behavioral consultation, social skills training, and interactive play groups. | http://www.playbc.biz Mill Valley, CA |
| Ready, Set, Go Therapy | PLAY provides behavioral consultation, social skills training, and interactive play groups. | http://www.readysetgotherapy.com Mill Valley, CA |
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