Category: Advocacy

21 & Change, Inc. is dedicated to ending the Down syndrome ‘syndrome’ through advocacy, support, and niche services in the Greater Tampa Bay-St. Petersburg area.
We believe in the value of all human lives and that all should have the opportunity to discover their full potential. We believe that everyone is born with the inherent right to freedom, to self-determination, to dignity, and respect. We believe in a day when our children will be seen as ‘differently-abled’ and not disabled. We believe there will be a day when we end the Down syndrome ‘syndrome’ and secure the full measure of civil rights for the ‘differently-abled’. We will not rest until what we believe is achieved.

Stop stressing and gain clarity and confidence. Feel better, enjoy your life more, create lasting change and achieve any goals you have for yourself, while you advocate for your child. I help moms who are feeling stressed, worried and overwhelmed become more confident, calm and empowered.

Providing an environment where adults with ASD can come together to learn skills, strategies, and solutions to promote personal and professional achievement. Programs include Launch Pad, PEERS, Task Masters, and VIPworks.

We work side-by-side with the people we serve to connect them to support services and enrichment programs, while at the same time promote their fundamental rights in the communities in which they live.

Listen every Sunday 1-2pm on 860AM to The Answer. Providing a place where special
needs families can find the answers they need to be successful.

Krista Dean is a mom with a child with multiple special needs. Working in Orange, Seminole and Lake Counties. Attends IEP meetings and help consults and prepare for meetings. Specializing in IEP, 504, MTSS/RTI guidance.

Providing educational tools and resources for children with special needs.
Visit WEDU.org/autism for a comprehensive guide to resources for autism.

Offering comprehensive legal services in Guardianship and GuardianAdvocates, Estate Planning, Special Needs Trusts and Medicaid. At the law firm of William A. Johnson, P.A., we’re committed to helping people navigate important legal and life issues.