Providing resources and workshops to Parents, Pastors and Teachers to help children with Autism and other special needs be their best. Local and National Programs.

Ability Tree First Coast helps individuals and special needs families through Recreation, Education, Support, and Training. We offer family socials, respite events for kids/youth/adults, a Mobile SensAbility Center (mobile sensory trailer), summer day camps, homeschool hang outs & enrichment, a parent support group, and community events to promote inclusion.

ABLE accounts are a way to save tax-free without counting as a resource for Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid. Save with the help of family and friends to meet your financial goals – and use the money any time to pay for a variety of expenses that help improve or maintain health, independence or a better quality of life.

The Safety Sleeper® is an enclosed bed system designed to keep a child safe inside. Our fabric is medical grade, and our lightweight aluminum frame is incredibly strong. Every aspect of our design is intended to keep your loved one safe. Use code “BF100OFF” for $100 off your bed order! Exp. 12/31/2025

We specialize in personalized, one-on-one tutoring for children with special needs, focusing on individualized learning strategies and celebrating student achievements. Our experience includes teaching in basic and special education programs, emphasizing tailored approaches for each student's unique needs and styles.

Providing pediatric OT, PT, ABA and Music Therapy services to children birth to 21 years of age. Achieve has been serving children and families in central Florida since 2007. Our mission is to empower children, serve families and enhance lives through compassionate and individualized care. Please contact us to discuss your child's specific needs!

Academic Interventionist
ADHD & Executive Functioning Coach
Neuropsychotherapy Certified, NPT​
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Coach
Educator & Parent Workshop Provider
Step Up For Students Approved Scholarship Provider

My Story
​About 25 years ago, after a wonderful career as a family systems counselor and having earned my Master of Science in Education, I was the single mother of an amazing son. He had just been diagnosed with Attention Deficit Disorder, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Oppositional Defiant Disorde and,despite his exceptionally high IQ, was failing third grade. I threw myself into researching his learning disabilities in order to find those hidden pathways which would enable him to learn. Although the consensus of many well-meaning professionals was that my son would never be successful in school, I saw things differently. I made sure that we both understood his unique learning styles so thoroughly that together we were able to uncover ways for him to learn. We tried, and failed, to learn as many strategies as we could, until we found one that worked. My son proceeded to earn a BA in History as a Presidential Scholar, Summa Cum Laude, from Slippery Rock University's Honors Program. He earned a MA in International Relations with Distinction (the English version of Summa Cum Laude).from Bristol University Graduate School in England.

As a classroom teacher, Learning Specialist, CBT and ADHD Coach, and Workshop Presenter, I have spent over 25 years helping children discover their hidden strengths and assuring them, and their families, that every child is capable of achieving amazing things.

How I Can Help​
It is my job to incorporate my knowledge and understanding gained as a counselor, classroom teacher, Cognitive Behavior and ADHD Coach, and parent to help your child reach his or her hidden potential and achieve amazing things.
Your child will become empowered and feel capable, as he or she learns new strategies to replace ineffective ones.

At Advanced Care Partners, we understand that every child deserves a chance to thrive, regardless of their unique medical challenges. We are a leading home health company dedicated to providing specialized care for medically fragile children in the comfort of their own homes and schools. Our mission is to empower families and support the health and well-being of these exceptional children, ensuring they lead fulfilling lives with dignity and compassion. Additionally, we offer prescribed pediatric extended care services in our medical daycare centers in Port Saint Lucie, Fort Pierce, Titusville, and Jacksonville, Florida.

Direction and Guidance with Functional Medicine Interventions
Education and direction
Dietary and lifestyle changes
Improving sleep and mood
Address picky eating and sensory processing issues
Guidance finding the right functional medicine practitioner and ordering diagnostics
Nutritional support and metabolic rebalancing
Improving digestion and bowel habits
Reducing self stimulatory and repetitive behaviors

Birth-Elementary Ages. At All Together Wellness, we remove the barriers to quality health and wellness services because we believe every child and family deserves to thrive.

Our programs and services are designed to meet or kids right where they are--whether that be:
Individualized child-centered play-based therapies
Group therapy to progress from one-on-one to an integrated social model
Camps
Intensives
Self-paced programs

Our comprehensive team is comprised of physical, occupational, speech, and feeding therapy, dietetics, school-readiness tutors, and holistic functional wellness services. We take a whole child approach to the personalized goals the child and family bring. Often, traditional medical services leave a gap between therapy and the reality of daily life or create silos in services instead of looking at the child and family as a whole. Don't let this perspective limit your child's potential! Services are available in our Beaches office, home, community, or virtual!

Book a FREE call to learn about how our services can help you.

Serving children with Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, PDD-NOS, ADHD, ADD, SLD, Down Syndrome, children with academic challenges, and children without a specific diagnosis. ABA, Occupational, and speech therapies, and extracurricular activities are all offered.

Language and math intervention and booster groups. Toddler early learning groups.

Neurostructural corrective care for children with learning, behavioral, and socialization challenges. Approved Step Up Provider.

The Penguin Project at Apex Theatre Studio provides a yearly musical theatre production for young people with disabilities in a one-on-one mentoring program. Past productions include Aladdin Jr. (2022) and Moana Jr. (2022).

Arbor School provides individualized education, small classes, multisensory instruction, on-campus therapeutic support, social skills development, executive functioning training, and family engagement. These services empower students with disabilities to grow academically, socially, and emotionally for lifelong success.

Eligibility and Service Denial/Appeal Hearing assistance in maximizing the APD iBudget Waiver, Vocational Rehabilitation, Medicaid, the LTC Waiver and the School systems obligation to empower people and optimize person-centered care planning and delivery of best practice and high quality in community-based services and supports, even when on the waitlist.

Enhance Your Homes Accessibility & Safety! Trusted provider for the Agency for Persons with Disabilities since 2016. Expert assessments, personalized solutions funded by Medicaid waiver and CDC+ clients. Call for specific funding eligibility questions and visit our website for our other services.

We create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. We support people with Autism through advocacy, education, information and referrals, support, and community building. We do this by providing statewide advocacy and training of officers, swim instructors, doctors, and other professionals in the community.

Autism Society of Greater Orlando (ASGO) was founded in 1996 by a group of volunteer parents to better assist families of children and adults with autism in the Central Florida area. The mission or goal of the ASGO is that all individuals within the autism spectrum will be provided a lifetime network of opportunities to become fully accepted, included, and actively participating members of our community, through family support, education, and advocacy, and public awareness.

Aviance Capital Partners offers a combination of expert guidance, a proprietary investment platform, and friendly personalized service. As a firm, we are dedicated to helping special needs families by providing comprehensive financial planning focused on their unique circumstances.

Our program supports children's development in communication, daily living skills, and behavioral management, fostering independence, confidence, and emotional well-being through effective expression, essential tasks, and self-regulation techniques. We empower children for success in all areas of life.

The Special Services Department promotes opportunities for gifted and disabled students to participate in educational activities designed to facilitate maximum student achievement. A full range of services, meeting the needs of all identified disabled students (Pre-K – 12), is offered in all schools in the Baldwin County Public School System.

Pediatric Occupational and Speech Therapy - Baby Clinics, Oral Motor, Delayed Speech, Apraxia, Swallowing dysfunction, Articulation, Pronunciation, Eating and Feeding, Executive Functioning, Handwriting, Self Help Skills, Reflex Integration and more!

Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower the special abilities of people with IDD by helping them form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society.

Offering 1-2 Week Therapy Intensives including Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI), Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation (NMES), Constraint Induced Movement Therapy (CIMT), Total Motion Release (TMR), and more in the Jacksonville area and all of Florida. Let's Grow Together!

Blossom ABA Therapy provides in home ABA Services for children in the Atlanta and surrounding areas, Empowering children to enhance communication, social, and adaptive skills.

We empower the special needs community with essential culinary skills and knowledge, paving the way for personal enrichment and professional opportunities in the workforce. Programs include: Monthly Culinary Courses, Creative Workshops, and Hands-On Training environment through a mobile food service platform.

Serving children with autism and related disabilities

Bobby Dodd Institute offers a wide range of support for individuals with differing abilities during all stages of life. It is a beacon of hope and possibilities for families in need, with programs that empower people to find their voice, independence and self-sufficiency.

Bradley County School's goal is to provide every child with special needs a high-quality education regardless of their ability or background and provide services and programming that enable each child to become a productive and independent member of society.

Offering a continuum of services to support the needs of students including FDLRS diagnostic, instructional and technology support services, Brevard Learners Achieving Successful Transition (BLAST), and Project 10 Transitional Education Network with secondary transition supports.

Bright Learning combines web-based instruction with direct teaching. Assessments are integrated within the curriculum. Curriculum Programs for Math, Science, Language Arts and Social Studies are based on the Florida Standards K-12.

One-one-one education for all students. We help all students who are struggling in the Public Schools. We accept McKay, Gardner and Step-up Scholarships to attend our school. We also accept the Hope Scholarship for students who have experienced bullying.

Our experienced team of pediatric therapists offer home and community-based services for Occupational, Physical, Speech and Feeding therapies in the Jacksonville area. We use a multidisciplinary, holistic approach to meet the needs of your child & family. We bring therapy services to you!

BrightStart is a PPEC - Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care. We provide Skilled Pediatric Nursing, Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy for patients in Central Florida BrightStart centers offer separate rooms to support different developmental levels – infants, toddlers, non-mobile and preschool-aged children.

If your child has already been diagnosed with Autism or you believe an Autism assessment is needed, our Brightside ABA team is ready to help. As your child begins Applied Behavior Analysis therapy, we rely on a treatment plan that provides flexibility to make changes, lets us set realistic goals for your child, and examine data to determine areas where your child may need additional help. Insurances accepted: United Healthcare, Cigna, Tricare, and most commercial funders

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We provide life, social, and job skills training with our Summer Camps, Day Program, Guys Supportive Housing, and Social Skill Classes on Saturdays. We do all our training and classes in a real home teaching them in a natural environment. We are a safe and loving environment teaching them to be independent in their daily life.

Provides support and assistance to optimize the potential of people with autism and related disabilities. Provides trainings, direct/technical assistance, resources and referrals.

Our School Programs
K – 12 Education, Special Needs, Performing Arts, Before Care/After Care, ABA focused, Parent Training, Winter, Spring, and Summer Programs.

Behavior Analysis, Verbal Behavior Training, Winter and Summer Social Skills Programs, RBT Course

Sleepaway Summer Camp

UF CARD Jacksonville provides support to optimize the potential of individuals with autism spectrum disorders, dual-sensory impairments and related disabilities. Services are free to individuals with autism and related disabilities, their families and to the professionals who work with them.

Central Florida Dreamplex is a center for fitness and recreation designed specifically for families with special needs. Our facility blends alternative therapy, adaptive sports and recreation activities, and group fitness classes for the whole family into one location to serve your wellness needs.

Birth-36 months. Florida's early intervention system that supports, educates, and coaches families of eligible children, who have or are at risk for developmental disabilities, or delays in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. Income isn't a factor in eligibility. Families do not incur out of pocket expenses. Medicaid and insurance are billed with permissions.

For 52 years Challenge Enterprises has been empowering people with different abilities to explore the possibilities around them by providing services and employment to people with disabilities across North Florida. Challenge Enterprises is a Medicaid Waiver provider, a Vocational Rehabilitation vendor, and a Community Employer contracting with businesses to provide high-quality and dependable services. Services are person-centered to ensure individualized care and meaningful skill development. Support programs include group homes, supported living, supported employment, and adult day training.

Chance 2 Dance is proud to be Florida's first sensory-friendly dance studio. C2D provides all children, youth, and adults inclusive dance classes in a safe space. C2D is Central Florida's only adaptive dance organization with year-round programming and 'Special Needs Certified' staff; trained to accommodate all learning abilities.

Cherokee County School District offers comprehensive special education services to eligible students ages three through 21 years. Children from birth to age three with disabilities will be referred to appropriate agencies for services. All referrals are considered confidential, and services are provided at no cost. The parent, legal guardian, or surrogate parent retains the right to refuse services and is provided other procedural safeguards under federal and state law. CCSD's Department of Special Education and Section 504 welcome the opportunity to work collaboratively with parents to address concerns.

Our purpose is to understand your child's profile and provide a road map to accomplish your child's goals. Our Special Education advocates can also attend 504 plan and IEP meetings and help you build your resource pool and develop a support system that will sustain you throughout your child's journey.

Choices Behavioral Health specializes in quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, focusing on individualized care and collaboration between behavioral therapists, families, and other specialists for optimal outcomes. We believe that ABA is most beneficial while working together as a unified support system. Each therapeutic goal is hand-selected for your child through this collaboration process. Instead of adhering to standard expectations, we focus on improving a child’s quality of life and enjoyment in everyday activities. We currently provide services to children ages 2-17 in our clinic setting and are open to all skill levels and behavioral needs. Unlock your child’s full potential and reach out for more information!

Our Mission:
Our Mission is to support children in achieving their full potential through evidence-based behavioral analysis. We are devoted to working with the child and family to find the path that meets their unique needs.

Phone: 321-305-5576
E-mail: info@choicesbehavioralhealth.com
Clinic Hours: Monday-Thursday: 8:30a-5:00p
2062 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953

The Exceptional Student Education (ESE) department of Clay County District Schools is committed to identifying and meeting the unique educational needs of exceptional students as well as establishing and maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with parents while simultaneously ensuring the best possible outcomes for students with disabilities. They are committed to making every effort possible to facilitate agreements/resolve problems, and would wholeheartedly welcome the opportunity to do so.

Cobb Schools provides a wide network of special education resources, with programs including: 504 and Homebased Program, HOPE (Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Orthopedically Impaired, Vision Impaired), Parent Mentors, Related Services and Supports, Special Education Preschool, Specialized Programs (Core, Bridge, Integrated, Foundational Skills, Functional Skills, Daily Living/Life Skills), Specialized Teaching and Learning and Assistive Technology, Speech and Language, and Transition/SETS.

Providing Pediatric Occupational & Speech Therapy services to children of Central Florida since 2000.

ABA therapy with clinics located in Oviedo and Winter Park. Now accepting new patients! NO Waitlist!

Daniel's Harbor Therapy Center offers mental health services for children, teens, adults, and families. We specialize in grief, trauma, and loss, providing a safe, supportive space to navigate life’s challenges with empathy and understanding.

Based out of Tampa, Florida and serving Nationwide

Preschool, VPK, PPEC, Early Intervention, Infants to age 5yo, after school care, summer care, PT, OT, ST, and more

Lisa DiFranza is an attorney whose practice focuses on elder law, guardian advocacy, guardianships, probate, and estate planning. She serves the majority of Florida from Northeast Florida to South Florida to Southwest Florida. Lisa serves the Jacksonville Area Legal Aid as their “practice support” in the Guardian Advocacy clinic for pro bono Attorneys and clients. In 2018, Lisa was awarded as the Small Business Leader of the Year, Beaches Division of the JAX Chamber. She endeavors to be a positive influence and force for her clients and the community.

We support new parents with resources, subsidize funding for essential therapies, and offer
age-appropriate social, fitness, and life skills programs. Our Employment Solutions Services
provide job training and placement, empowering adults with Down syndrome to pursue their
career goals.

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Do you need help with childcare? Childcare Resource and Referral is available to assist families seeking quality and affordable childcare options and local community resources in Brevard County. In addition, Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten Education Program (VPK) is a FREE educational program created to prepare every four-year-old in Florida for kindergarten and build the foundation for their educational success.

Specializes in the funding and delivery of quality early childhood care and education and after-school programs and services to the children and families of Hillsborough County.

Providing child care resource and referral services, subsidized child care assistance and VPK program eligibility services. Improving the level of quality for early childhood education in Lake County and developing innovative programs to ensure that all Lake County’s children are ready to learn. The Child Care and Referral (CC&R) program assists families with selecting a provider to meet their needs.

Providing access to high-quality early care and education services for children. Inclusion services connect parents to additional resources for children with special needs. Whether you’re looking for a few hours or a full week of child care for your infant, preschooler, or school age child, Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) specialists are available at 407-522-2252 to help.

The purpose of the Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County is to develop and implement programs and services that increase access to high quality early learning for every child. The aim of these programs is to ensure optimal child development by supporting parents in preparing their children for school, and providing professional development to early learning providers.

The Coalition’s programs have been refined over time by assisting providers to improve the quality of their sites and make efforts to keep children safe. Most providers understand the accountability the Board requires, and they know that the Coalition is available with Quality Specialists who are in the field to help them raise the quality of their sites and programs using technical assistance and training with a wide range of early education and care techniques and teaching.

As the Coalition continues to serve the children and families of Polk County, the next generation is given the opportunity to develop the skills they will need to be successful in their future. This is the aspiration which has motivated the Coalition since its inception because when children are successful, everyone wins.

Birth - 12 Years, Qualifying families can receive financial assistance for child care through the School Readiness program. Voluntary Prekindergarten, child care resource & referral services, and free developmental, vision and hearing screenings. Inclusion Warm-Line helps with concerns about growth and development, behavior, classroom strategies and referrals to other agencies. Access virtual resources via our YouTube & Facebook pages.

Birth-36 months. Florida's early intervention system that supports, educates, and coaches families of eligible children, who have or are at risk for developmental disabilities, or delays in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. Income isn't a factor in eligibility. Families do not incur out of pocket expenses. Medicaid and insurance are billed with permissions.

Easterseals Florida provides programs in Orange County, Hillsborough, Lake, Alachua, Collier, Palm Beach, Brevard, and the surrounding areas. Programs offered include early intervention, behavior and sibling support therapies, parenting classes, child development centers, adult day health care, senior recreation, a fully accessible recreational camp, employment, Early Steps, and education. Easterseals Florida's services assist children and adults with autism, developmental delays, dementia, Alzheimer's, brain injuries, and other disabilities.

Your boutique privately paid speech-language and occupational therapy service for toddlers in Lakewood Ranch, FL. We specialize in the assessment and treatment of various speech, language, fine motor and sensory disorders and other diagnoses.

Certified Spelling to Communicate (S2C) Regulation Practitioner. Committed to working with nonspeaking individuals to build reliable communication through letter boards. To learn more visit I-asc.org. We also provide companion home care, personal support and community outing services throughout Central Florida. Integrating individuals in the community through socialization and working towards their personal goals.

If your child has special needs and you're not sure where to turn, I’m happy to help. I’m an Education Advocate with over 16 years of experience and I help parents navigate the (often overwhelming) education system.

I can help you first, determine if collaborating with an advocate would be beneficial to your child; not every situation calls for an advocate. If we determine YES, an advocate could be helpful, I assist by advocating for IEP or 504 accommodations, reviewing school documents, and guiding you through (and attending) meetings. I'm here to support your family every step of the way

It is the mission of the Exceptional Student Education Department of Escambia County Public Schools to support and sustain the educational structures and practices, to be inclusive of all students with or without disabilities, and to empower them to become responsible and productive citizens in today's global society. Each student will be welcomed, valued, given access to rigorous teaching and appropriately supported to access the general education curriculum.

Our Private Home Care Company is dedicated to providing essential priority health care to our clients. Our services are designed to ensure that individuals receive the highest quality of care in the comfort of their own homes. From medication management to personal care assistance, our team is committed to meeting the unique needs of each client with compassion and professionalism. With our focus on essential priority health care, we strive to improve the overall well-being and independence of those we serve.

The Florida Diagnostic & Learning Resources System provides diagnostic, instructional, and technology support services to district exceptional education programs and families of students with disabilities. Functions include Child Find, Parent Services, Human Resource Development, and Technology.

FDLRS offers services for children, families, and educators, including Child Find for early screenings, Parent & Family Services for family involvement resources, and Professional Development for training on behavior management, instructional strategies, and assistive technology.

We provide physical, occupational, speech and applied behavior analysis (ABA). Services are provided in the community, schools, daycares and our clinic locations. We also provide intensive therapy for feeding, sensory, Therasuit, DMI and more.

FND provides free support to families of students with disabilities and professionals. We empower parents with knowledge and resources to navigate the special education system in Florida. Family STAR supports families of children with special healthcare through support, training, and resources.

Flagler Schools' Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program offers specialized services for students with disabilities and gifted learners, focusing on individualized education plans (IEPs) to promote academic success and personal growth.

Fletcher's Tender Care PPECs are medical facilities with a daycare atmosphere for children who require skilled nursing services. Our goal is to treat our children as unique individuals, not just patients. Our core values are compassion, integrity, and respect.

At Focus Neuro Rehab, we are committed to helping our patients optimize their brain activity so they can regain their confidence and enjoy a better quality of life. We are the premier provider of infra-low Neurofeedback, Brain Health Coaching, Irlen Screening, and Microcurrent stimulation in Orlando. Accepting FES-UA.

Summer and weekend sailing program for autistic youth and adults

Fulton Schools provides comprehensive student support programs for Autism, Intellectual Disabilities, Early Childhood Special Education, Itenerant Services, Related Services, Speech and Language Services, Audiology, and Transition Services.

Free purposeful programming for all ages including free Speech, Math and Literacy Tutoring.

Glazer Children's Museum is a fun and inclusive space for all to play and discover! GCM offers thoughtfully curated exhibits, autism-affirming camps and events, sensory-adapted tools, specially trained staff, and more all year long. | Certified Autism-Friendly Business by CARD.

The Gliding Stars of Central Florida is an adaptive ice-skating program that enables individuals with disabilities the opportunity for physical, social, and emotional growth by fostering a team-oriented, safe, and accepting environment, that allows one to break through barriers to accomplish their dreams.

It provides a crawl, walk, run style approach with individualized instruction for beginners, intermediate, and advanced ice skating skills using a blend of Gliding Stars, Inc and United States Figure Skating Association/Special Olympics instruction. Additionally, the program provides adaptive equipment, such as custom designed ice skates and ice walkers and other equipment to assist individuals with disabilities.

Adaptive Riding
Equine-Assisted Activities
Grace Under the Oaks, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides adaptive riding and Equine-Assisted Activities (EAA) to adults and children with cognitive and/or physical challenges. We believe that it is through God’s grace that we have been given the opportunity to provide these services and share His love with the surrounding community.

Adaptive riding is recreational horseback riding lessons for people with special needs. Here at Grace Under the Oaks, this is taught by PATH Intl. certified instructors and is available for children and adults meeting our health and safety requirements. Participants find that the connection with the horses and equine activities enhance their lives and gives them the tools to overcome their challenges, providing them with the tools to overcome the trials of daily life.
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Grace Under the Oaks serves children and adults with a variety of cognitive, physical, and emotional challenges. Instructors design and monitor individualized lessons for each student to address their physical, emotional, and social needs while learning horsemanship and riding skills.

Guardian Haven Academy is a private Adult Day Program committed to providing training, education, and recreational socialization for individuals with intellectual & developmental disabilities.

GCMT offers Music Therapy services for persons of all ages and abilities. A Board Certified Music Therapist will work to address goals ranging from communication or motor skills to impulse control, positive mental health, and so much more! Additionally, GCMT offers adapted lessons on guitar, ukulele, and piano for qualified individuals. We accept CMS and Sunshine Medicaid plans as well as the Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities.

Hamilton County Schools Exceptional Education Department commits to partnering with families and community agencies to ensure the spirit and implementation of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act by creating, fostering, and supporting inclusive environments, services, and programs that meet the unique individual needs of all eligible special education students, including those students identified as gifted.

We assist uninsured children in acquiring medical care, medicines, therapy, equipment, and other related needs that fall through the cracks of our existing insurance and social services programs.

Healthcare Finders LLC is owned and managed by medical professionals, and we understand the importance of all aspects we employ and provide. Specializing in catering to children and adults with physical and or mental disabilities we pride ourselves on a family approach and empowering our patients to remain autonomous and healthy.

ABA Therapy

The HCPS Exceptional Student Education Department is dedicated to providing
students with a continuum of services and programs to meet the individual needs of each
student who is eligible for special education and related services, ages 3 through 21.

Family Safety Training

Life skills and prevocational skill development. Life skills help to develop a person’s psychosocial, literacy, numeracy, and media competencies. These skills are associated with higher self-esteem, better social competence, greater employability, and more initiative in seeking education and health services. Pre-vocational skills are the foundation that nearly everyone needs — like punctuality, communication, emotional regulation and work ethic — before moving on to more job-specific ones. They represent the life skills that help you meet daily expectations and interact efficiently with colleagues and clients.

Infinity Behavior is dedicated to improving the lives of our clients and their families to succeed in our mission of expanding access to in-home, school, and community based, high-quality ABA therapy in the Orlando and Tampa FL areas.

Eyeglasses for children and adults, frame repair, frame modification, eyeglasses adjustments, sensory friendly room

At Island Cove Behavioral Pediatrics, we pride ourselves on setting the benchmark in natural environment teaching, at home, at our center and within schools. Harnessing the proven effectiveness of Applied Behavior Analysis, we specialize in enhancing communication and social aptitudes while curbing maladaptive behaviors. Our experienced team passionately serves children aged 2-12, delivering top-tier ABA services across home, school, daycare, and community settings. Our services include in-home services, school-based assistance, community engagements, feeding, toileting, and crucial family involvement, ensuring opportunities to growth and development for every child

At JT Behavioral Milestones, we are dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals through Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Our mission is to provide compassionate, evidence-based services that foster growth, independence, and a better quality of life for individuals and their families. We strive to create a world where every individual reaches their fullest potential, regardless of the challenges they face. Our aim is to be a trusted partner in the journey towards personal and developmental milestones."

Providing pediatric aquatic therapy and adaptive swim instruction to children ages 0-18 years old with special needs or injuries. In home or community based pool options. Telehealth available throughout Florida.

The Jericho School is a private non-profit school in Jacksonville, Florida for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. The Jericho School provides comprehensive individualized instruction based on the science of Applied Behavior Analysis and the analysis of Verbal Behavior.

Our Mission Is Protecting Special Needs Families

Our attorneys specialize in protecting special needs families with Special Needs Trusts, Estate Plans, Guardianship, and Katie Beckett and NOW/COMP denials. All of our attorneys have special needs children and understand this journey.

The Johnson Cotroneo Group of Moors & Cabot Investments is a full-service wealth management practice focusing on individuals with special needs. We provide comprehensive financial plans that address the most relevant issues to special needs families: lifetime cost of care, maintaining government benefit eligibility, lifestyle funding strategies, and trust administration. In addition to caring for the individual with special needs, we also serve their families by integrating special needs plans with broader family financial plans, facilitating retirement, education, and legacy.

Newborn+, We are the premier provider of music therapy services in Central Florida. Our board-certified therapists use music interventions to help clients improve communication, cognition, mental and physical challenges and emotional well being. We’ve served over 10,000 families since 2008 and continue to adapt to changing the needs of our patients.

Kairos Adventures empowers adults and teens with varying abilities to discover and develop their unique, God-given potential and purpose. We offer daily fine and performing arts classes, community outings and service projects that foster friendships and encourage creative expression.

Empower your family with our newly launched Applied Behavior Analysis program! Support families, inspire success, and help your loved ones reach milestones like never before. Join us in creating brighter futures, one step at a time with Kind Minds Early Intervention Services

Kyo provides Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) therapy services through a naturalistic, play-based. approach in the home, school, and community settings.Our clinicians are expert at working with each family to create customized learning goals, targeting the skills that are most meaningful to them. Our sessions are guided by each child's unique interests. By incorporating their favorite activities, and by using a fun, quick pace of instruction, we get kids engaged immediately, maximizing their learning.

Psychoeducational evaluations for autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and more. Educational advocacy services are also offered.

Help Me Grow Florida promotes early identification of developmental, behavioral or educational concerns, then links children and families to community-based services and supports at no cost to the parents and caregivers. Not in Lake County? Call 2-1-1 and ask for Help Me Grow.

Lake County Schools’ Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program is dedicated to providing high-quality services and support for students with special needs. Our mission is to ensure that every student receives individualized instruction, accommodations, and resources to help them thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Through specialized programs, transition planning, and collaboration with families, we create inclusive learning environments that foster independence and success. Whether your child needs an IEP, specialized therapies, or other support services, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

The Law Offices of Hoyt & Bryan is Central Florida’s leading estate planning and elder law firm and the only Florida law firm with two attorneys board certified in both Wills, Trusts and Estates as well as in Elder Law. We were founded in 1999 and our main office is located in the heart of historic Oviedo, Florida. We also have an office at One Senior Place in Altamonte Springs, Florida.

Peggy Hoyt and Randy Bryan, the founding partners, bring significant estate planning, elder law, estate administration, real estate and business planning experience to their practice. Both are Florida Bar Board Certified in Wills, Trusts and Estates as well as in Elder Law. Together they have combined legal experience of more than 50 years. We are members of WealthCounsel, ElderCounsel, Academy of Florida Elder Law Attorneys, National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys, national organizations of estate planning and elder law professionals committed to one goal – the best interests of our clients.

Partner, Sarah AuMiller, a Florida Bar Board Certified Specialist in Elder Law, and Associate Attorney, Michelle Adams Gumula, assist in providing quality legal education and counselling to our clients and their trusted advisors. Our dedicated team provides the additional support necessary to provide superior legal services.

The Law Offices of Hoyt & Bryan provides each client with the individual service they deserve through:

- Educational Workshops for individuals and their families, as well as their CPAs and financial advisors.
- Communication with our clients and their professional advisors regarding changes in the law and our experience through the use of newsletters, consultations, group counselling and fellowship meetings, electronic and computer media.
- Prompt, courteous service to our clients.

Legal Services; estate planning, guardianship, supplemental needs trusts, probate/trust administration/litigation.  

Blog: https://markmosslaw.com/blog/

Helping children diagnosed with sensory processing disorder since 1993. Occupational Therapy emphasizing a sensory integrative approach. Join the free Sensory 101 workshop the first Wednesday of every month. We also provide a "Movement Program" for Neuro-Developmental conditions.

Empowering families through consulting, advocacy and support. "Limitless Ability, Limitless Potential, Limitless Hope." Striving to be a beacon of hope for families and individuals with unique abilities, shining a light on our children's limitless potential.

Lively Speech and Language Therapy
We take a non-traditional approach to speech and language therapy as most of our clients need a more specialized, individual 1:1 service delivery model. We use each child’s interests and strengths to build relationships, engagement, and communicative confidence. We are active (parent-centered) collaborative team members. We hire and retain extraordinarily talented SLPs that continue to learn differentiated speech and language therapy techniques to promote therapeutic progress. We see your child as a whole child with so much potential. We take pride when your child reaches milestones and cannot wait to see them reach their speech and language therapy goals.

MDE School serves children and young adults with developmental delays. We help neurodivergent students reach their full potential through a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio, individualized education, enrichment, and life skills training. MDE School serves students aged 2 – 22. Weekly summer day camps are available. 770-971-4633

Our mission is to magnify the God-given gifts of people with disabilities. Our programs work to include Employment, Project SEARCH youth transition and Life Skills Development programs for individuals who reside throughout Central Florida. We aim to support, encourage, advocate, and magnify the gifts of those with disabilities.

Our community of adults with disabilities is seen as an intentional part of God’s design. (John 9:1-3) Mephibo’s House exists to honor King Jesus, by offering exceptional holistic programs that are creative, engaging, and empowering, for adults with varying exceptionalities leading to flourishing within the community and family.

Mercy Road Christian Secondary School of Special Education (Mercy High Way), opened August 2024 in Seminole County. Our mission is to equip each student in our care to achieve their greatest potential through high-quality, faith-based education.

The Special Education Department of the Mobile County Public School System provides educational opportunities designed to help each disabled student in pre-kindergarten through grade 12 to achieve his or her maximum potential. The Special Education Department, dedicated to providing services to disabled students in the least restrictive environment to the maximum extent appropriate, offers a complete range of services in all schools throughout the system. Additionally, four specialized schools and three alternative schools provide educational opportunities in alternative settings.

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The mission of the Nassau County School District's ESE program is to identify and meet the unique educational needs of exceptional students in order to support schools in the delivery of quality exceptional education services.

Nathaniel’s Hope celebrates kids with special needs (our VIPs) as well as educates and equips communities and churches to provide FREE respite care and programs to enrich the lives of VIP families.

NeuroNeeds is a collaborative of healthcare professionals committed to the development of safe, natural, and effective nutritional products designed for individuals with a wide-range of neurological disorders.

Age 5-Adult The NOW!® Company offers affordable, evidence-based and research-based online tutoring programs for dyslexia, reading difficulties, comprehension/memory skills, writing competence, and mathematics proficiency. NOW!® Programs can efficiently and effectively improve these academic abilities with long-lasting results.

Resource for Neurodiverse individuals and families as a connection to providers, education with support and financial aid to help pay for the much needed services.

Next Step Ministries, Inc. provides therapeutic day programing for adult clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We also include IDD high school students for summer and school break programing. Our staff, including a nurse and physical therapist, is highly specialized to work with those in the low moderate to severe and profoundly developmentally delayed range, including those who are medically fragile. Primarily center-based, we also regularly travel into the community for activities, aided with wheelchair accessible vehicles and an Activities Director. Call for a tour and come visit!

The Exceptional Students Education (ESE) Department at the Okaloosa County School District is part of Student Intervention Services. The department oversees the implementation of policies and procedures related to Florida statutes or State Board of Education rules affecting programs for exceptional students, including gifted students. Specifically, the department works with schools and parents to ensure that students with disabilities and gifted students receive the appropriate educational opportunities and related services through the IEP and/or EP process.

Orange County Public Schools' Exceptional Student Education (ESE) department provides specialized services and support for students with disabilities and gifted learners. ESE focuses on individualized education plans (IEPs), fostering academic success, personal development, and inclusive learning environments.

Inspiring all learners to reach their highest potential as responsible, productive citizens. The mission of the Exceptional Student Education Department of the School District of Osceola County, Florida, is to ensure each exceptional student the most appropriate educational setting in the least restrictive environment.

Our World School is a private, non-profit school for children that have been diagnosed with special needs.

PHYST ("fist") provides quality, convenient mobile physical therapy services to individuals ages 0-21 who have difficulty getting to a clinic. We accept Medicaid, CMS, Medicare, & other major insurances.

We specialize in providing individualized accommodations to students with diagnosed learning disorders who may be overlooked in traditional school settings. Pace Brantley Preparatory School has a rolling admissions process. Applications are accepted year round, and qualified students are admitted throughout the school year. We accept Step Up for Students and AAA scholarships.

A Parent Education Engagement Partner (PEEP) will Support, Engage, and Educate parents and children in exceptional student educational services by increasing parental involvement, building knowledge and confidence, and providing overall support. We meet families and attend school meetings. FREE jillh@pchjax.org

The student support programs and services of Pasco County Schools include ASD, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Developmental Delay, Dual-Sensory Impaired, EBD, Established Conditions, Gifted, Hospital Homebound, Language Impaired, Intellectual Disabilities, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedically Impaired, Physical Therapy, SLD, Speech Impaired, Speech Language Therapy, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Visually Impaired.

Private Middle/High School in Winter Garden providing a therapeutic environment including life, social, and executive functioning skills. Our school community is safe and loving. We also offer differentiated instruction. We have weekly grocery shopping on Thursdays and cooking a group meal on Fridays. We are located in the West Orange Community and are a distinctive program for Middle and High School students which incorporates core academics with real life application through a therapy-driven learning approach. In addition to an emphasis on life skills, our curriculum integrates social skills and executive functioning classes to create a course of study which builds independence, confidence, and success.

The Paulding County School District provides a free, appropriate public education, in the least restrictive environment, to each student with a disability. This includes individualized instruction to meet a student's educational needs in an effort to prepare the student for post-secondary education and/or employment and independent living. A full continuum of special education and related service options are available.

The Pinellas County Schools (PCS), Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Department staff are here to support our district's vision of 100% student success and the mission to "Educate and Prepare Each Student for College, Career and Life". The mission of the Pinellas County Schools Exceptional Student Education is to provide quality services that support effective learning opportunities for all exceptional children. Pinellas County Schools serve approximately 13,500 students with disabilities and 10,000 students who are gifted.

Polk County Public Schools' Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program provides specialized instruction, services, and support for students with disabilities and gifted learners. ESE focuses on individualized education plans (IEPs) to promote academic achievement, personal growth, and inclusive learning environments.

We use the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to conduct quality assessments and behavioral intervention plans. PBS is committed to producing outcomes that improve an individual’s skills and quality of life.

PossAbilities Plus seeks to enhance the lives and opportunities of teens and adults with different abilities through training, employment, and social opportunities and more.

We provide training and support required to work and participate in our community in order to have a rewarding life. PossAbilities Plus will provide a well-rounded, hands on training program that will assist clients in working and socializing in their community, through working in the thrift store, tea room or garden program. In addition, we provide music therapy, art therapy, drama and social club. PossAbilities Plus is also a provider with Vocational Rehabilitation.

Primrose Center is dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Central Florida. We offer ADT, Residential Services, Transportation, job placement and more.

PASS offers employment support, through VR, for youth and adults with disabilities. Our free services support career success and fulfilling lives. PASS knows that ALL people can work! You just need the opportunity! We’re excited to work with you!

Autism service dogs?????????? What is that about? Ever consider how much your pet can make you feel? Secure, snuggly and safe!!! That is the feeling that happens when you get an autism service dog designed for your child's unique qualities and tasks.

Service dogs for children with autism can help them:
Improve social interactions and relationships
Expand verbal and nonverbal communication
Teach life skills
Increase interest in activities
Decrease stress within the family
We would like to hear from you should you want more information.
info@projectchance.com or call me, BJ, 904-614-7497

Putnam County School District provides ESE support for students, parents, and school personnel for: Assistive Technology, ASD, Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities, ESE Pre-K, Gifted Services, HHB, Intellectually Disabled, Mental Health Counselors, Occupational & Physical Therapy, School Psychological Services, Specific Learning Disability, Speech/Language Impaired, Transition Services, and Visually Impaired.

Providing a customized education experience for children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental and intellectual disabilities. We offer direct instruction using the principles of ABA therapy in a setting with low student-to-teacher ratios. Apply Today!

Specializing in ABA therapy for children and teens with autism and other developmental disabilities. With three convenient centers in the Orlando region and one in Tampa.

For more than 25 years, Quest Kids Therapy has been a leader in early-intervention support for children and teens with autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, learning delays and related disabilities using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Schedule a consultation today!

Rise and Restore provides Medicaid funded private home-care services to medically fragile children under 21 through the Georgia Pediatric Program. Services include skilled nursing and personal care assistants and are at no cost to the family. We service metro Atlanta and all surrounding counties.

Create an environment where people with intellectual or developmental disabilities fulfill their greatest potential.

SCCL Home Care provides personal care and nursing services to children with severe, physical disabilities. We help parents get paid for taking care of their own child. We also help staff personal care aids and nurses in the home.

The ESE Department of Santa Rosa County District Schools strives to bring the needs of our students to the forefront and to provide the teachers, schools, and community with the tools they need to support every child's right to be a valued and productive individual and citizen.

The mission of Exceptional Student Education is to support and promote academic achievement, citizenship, and readiness for work in the global community for all students by identifying, coordinating, and providing resources and services. The ESE Department prepares students with unique abilities to achieve the highest learning standards by engaging a high-quality staff, involved parents, and a supportive community!

The Exceptional Student Education (ESE) department provides support for a continuum of services, in a variety of settings, for Students with Disabilities (SWD) who are eligible for special education services in Manatee County.

A wide variety of Exceptional Student Education (ESE) services are available here at Seminole County Public Schools. We strive to meet the needs of each and every student in order to provide them with an equal-opportunity academic experience.

The mission of the Seminole County Public Schools is to ensure that all students acquire the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to be productive citizens.

Soundwave Music Therapy offers in-home, virtual, and group sessions for clients of all ages, diagnoses, and abilities. Approved providers with Sunshine Health, Step Up for Students, and Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville. Music Therapists are board-certified, and share a passion for fostering joy, hope, and transformation in every life we touch.

We welcome dancers ages 2 through adult. Our staff is dedicated to creating a wholesome environment and encouraging unity amongst our dancers, teaching all aspects of grace. We are passionate and committed to helping each dancer reach their fullest potential! We integrate kids into all of our classes and have a teen-adult joyful soles class.

We offer patient-centered Occupational, Speech, and Language therapy services to all ages in the Jacksonville and St. Johns areas. We provide in-office, in-daycare, or teletherapy appointments. Accepting Down Syndrome Association Jacksonville and Step Up for Students Scholarships.

Ages 5-18, Based in Tampa, FL the Spellers Center-Tampa (formerly Interplay Therapy Center) is a robust learning center where nonspeakers come to learn the Spellers Method as well as participate in group lessons & social events

"Our individualized programs provide successful interventions that correct difficult behavioral issues for children & adolescents with autism.
Inpatient Assessment, Acute Crisis Stabilization, Residential Treatment..."

Support to St Johns County School District students, parents and school personnel is provided by ESE

To identify and meet the unique educational needs of exceptional students and to provide support and resources to enhance educational opportunities so they may become productive citizens. This helpful site is designed to help parents navigate through exceptional student education (ESE), covering Pre-K through transition to college and or career. Valuable information presented on this site includes: information geared to various grade levels; contact lists for school districts, parent centers, and related agencies; a glossary of terms; and success stories.

Full-Time and Part-Time Tutoring for Neurodivergent Homeschoolers with significant Needs. We provide a tailor made learning plan with a holistic approach based on your child's abilities and unique needs. We focus on the skills students need to lead a fulfilling adult life as independent as possible.

Help Me Grow Florida promotes early identification of development, behavioral or educational concerns, then links children and families to community-based services and supports at no cost to the parents and caregivers. Not in Sumter County? Call 2-1-1 and ask for Help Me Grow.

Terri’s books are the go-to resource on puberty and development written for individuals with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Written at a third-grade reading level, it is filled with tasteful visual supports, concrete language, and interactive activities to improve comprehension.

Tender Care PPEC offers specialized care Birth - 21, for medically complex and fragile children in a nurturing and comfortable daycare environment. Our trained staff and collaborative approach ensure your child’s development and well-being. Voted best in Florida 3 years in a row.

The Purpose of The Accessibility Clinic Inc is to provide education about accessibility, increase access to accessible technology, provide interventions to increase independence of individuals with disability through charity.

The Arc Jacksonville serves and advocates for individuals with intellectual and developmental differences to achieve their full potential and to participate in community life. We offer a full range of education, employment, residential, and family support services.

We provide Nassau County adults with developmental disabilities specialized educational and motivational programs, including personal care, job skills development and community inclusion, ensuring maximum participation in all aspects of life.

We serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We offer residential services at 6 beautiful group homes and one apartment style complex. We provide Life Skills Development, Supported Employment, Supported Living and Companion Services and a summer Sensory Camp for children.

Since 1972, The Arc of St. Johns has remained committed to providing opportunities for hope, growth, and change. We offer educational, therapeutic, mental health, employment support, social integration, residential, and transportation services to empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

The CJB UW Children’s Resource Center is a community-based learning and resource center that provides classes, playgroups, workshops, developmental checkups, community activities, and support for parents and caregivers of children aged 0-6. Programs include: Autism/ASD Support Group, Free Developmental Screenings and Classes, Down Syndrome Support Group, Breastfeeding Support Group, Parenting Classes and more.

Providing Speech Pathology through in-home services and a variety of locations to help children and adults target speech, language, social and communication goals through the dramatic arts and client-led therapy. As a local Orlando Performer and Speech-Language Pathologist, it is my goal to provide programs which include: Classes fostering social and communication goals through the modalities of dramatic arts, music, singing, dancing and even princess meet and greets as well as one-on-one speech therapy sessions to bring the magic to you! Check out my website for more information on how I got started and how I can help your child strengthen their communication in a fun way!

We believe in creating a supportive community for children to be successful in school and life. Because every child deserves a quality education from day one. The Early Learning Coalition of Pasco of Hernando Counties is dedicated to supporting your child’s development while navigating their early learning years. School Readiness (SR) offers financial assistance to eligible families in need of affordable quality child care for ages birth – 12 years old. SR funds pay a portion of child care costs based on the family’s income and risk factors. Each School Readiness program provides a developmental screening for children and referrals to specific health and educational specialists, if needed. Voluntary Prekindergarten Program (VPK) is a free program for children who reside in Florida and are 4 years old on or before September 1 of each year. VPK is designed to prepare 4-year-olds for kindergarten and build the foundation for their educational success. VPK supports the development of early literacy, executive functioning, and social emotional skills.

Neurological care for those who have seizure disorders and are uninsured. Prevention, awareness, and education programming. Advocacy and community events fro those who have epilepsy.

The Family Café serves as a facilitator of communication, a space for dialogue, and a source of information for Florida’s disability community, hosting the largest statewide cross-disability event in the nation, The Annual Family Cafe, each June in Orlando, and providing information and referral year-round.

The Forde Firm is the small business and non-profit accounting firm of choice in Northeast Florida that is veteran-owned and woman-owned.
With our specialization in Non-Profit entities, we can ensure that your books and records are correct for donors, grantors, and clients.

For 30+ years, The Morris Center (TMC) offers leading transdisciplinary team clinics (Ocala, FL, Trinidad and Tobago, Birmingham, AL at The Morris Center @ Alabama Game Changers (a nonprofit), and newly opened in Summer 2021 at Ponte Vedra Beach, FL (904 747-3793). TMC services include OT, Speech, Clinical Psychology, and Neuropsychology Transdisciplinary Team assessment and treatment of all Neurodevelopmental Disorders and learning difficulties. A free consult helps us learn your students’ needs.

Dyslexia, Language Disorders, Sensory Processing Disorder, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyspraxia, Learning Disorders, Mood or Anxiety, Problem Behaviors, Down Syndrome or NF-I learning challenges, Autism and other Neurodevelopmental Disorders are best understood (assessments) and improved (treatments) by a whole Transdisciplinary Team using evidence-based science; the science of how the brain best learns and improves weak skills and abilities into strengths – more strengths gives more skills and closes the gap in Dyslexia and learning difficulties. Let other parents explain how much TMC’s team improved their child, teen’s or young adult’s skills and abilities.

ABM Neuroplasticity wakes up the brain. The focus is on communicating directly with the nervous system using movement and enhanced awareness to help the brain make connections and perform its job better.

The Parker Foundation for Autism and Child Development provides free education and safety programs, events and initiatives to Brevard County families (and beyond) touched by autism spectrum disorders and other special needs since 2015. Our current programs include Speak Through Sports, Speak Through Arts, Speak Through Education, as well as Bullying Prevention and safety initiatives. We host a monthly mom's group, Hey Mama! as a place for connection, networking, education, respite and self-care with light refreshments, speakers and giveaways. Our Be a Buddy initiative connects students, volunteers, local businesses and professionals with the families we serve, to help raise awareness and increase understanding and acceptance in our community. The 7th Annual #BeABuddy5K and Family Health and Fitness Expo is Saturday, October 19th 2024 at Space Coast Field of Dreams with an 8am race start. Swimming on the Spectrum is a program offered each Summer to teach swim safety and basic swim/float techniques to youth with autism and special needs at high risk for drowning. We share safety information provided by the Brevard County Sheriff's Office and provide free Scent Evidence Scent Kits to Brevard County residents impacted by autism, special needs, and memory disorders at high risk for wandering/elopement. Please visit us on Facebook for the latest program/events and registration links or contact us by email to be added to our email list for updates and newsletters.

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What is the TLC?
The Therapeutic Learning Center for Children, also known as TLC, is a public charter preschool serving children with various developmental delays and disabilities since 1986 at no cost to their families. We offer a small school whole-child approach with specialized instruction, individualized therapies, and enrichment opportunities. TLC also houses a private, holistic, trauma-informed behavioral therapy practice.

What we offer
“Meeting the individual needs of our students one step at a time” section
Services may include:
Individualized Education Plans
Play-Based Learning and Therapies
Sensory Infused Setting
Kindergarten Readiness
Social Skills Instruction
4:1 Student-to-Teacher Ratio
3:1 Student-to-Teacher Ratio in Core Academics with individual support
Individualized Speech & Language, Occupational, and/or Physical Therapy
Communication Rich Environment
Integrated Visual Supports
Enrichment Programming
Alternative Communication
Assistive Technology

Who We Are
The Therapeutic Learning Center for Children was Founded in 1986 to provide the opportunity for early education and specialized support for preschool-aged children impacted by developmental delay and related disabilities. TLC became St. Johns County's 1st Public Charter School in 2001. Each and every day of school, our students learn and grow so that they are better prepared for their futures.

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We are a Non-Profit Public Charter School and part of The Arc of the St. Johns
TLC provides a Specialized Education Program Upholding the Highest Standards of Care
We are funded by the Department of Education and the St. Johns County School District
Our School Day runs from 8 am to 2 pm, Monday - Friday.
We follow the St. Johns County School District Calendar
After School Care Available
Summer Programs Available
Small Class Sizes - Small School Setting
Dedicated and Knowledgeable Trained Staff
Structured Daily Routine

How does a child qualify for enrollment?
Children are eligible to attend the Therapeutic Learning Center if they meet ESE eligibility requirements for preschool services. Students with a current IEP that qualifies them for preschool services and are between the ages of 2.5 - 5 years old, with some exceptions through age 6, may enroll. We accept IEPs from other states and school districts.
What is ESE?
Exceptional Student Education programs serve students with qualifying developmental delays or/or disabilities.
My child receives services through Early Steps; what's next?
If you are interested in TLC, your Early Steps Team will assist you.
Will my child qualify for an IEP?
The initial IEP can be written by St. John’s County School District (fdlrsnefec.org/child-find for more information).

Contact FDLRS/NEFEC or St. Johns County Child Find to have your child screened for eligibility. We can help you connect with the appropriate resources and decide if TLC fits your
What is an IEP?
IEP is the acronym for Individualized Education Plan, a document ensuring a student's access to a free and appropriate public education, commonly referred to as FAPE. It is a road map describing what your student can already do and which special services and supports your student needs to make progress in reaching their goals.
Your Child may qualify for an IEP or services through Early Steps if they have one or more qualifying developmental delay and/or diagnoses as defined by IDEA and the State of Florida. For detailed eligibility information, please visit www.fldoe.org/academics/exceptional-student-edu/ese-eligibility/
If you are interested in learning more about qualifying for an IEP, have concerns about your child's development, or have any questions, contact us. We are committed to supporting the community, ensuring access to early intervention, and connecting families with resources.

Curriculum
The Therapeutic Learning Center utilizes curriculums approved and supported by the St. John’s County school district to prepare students for their future education. These curriculums focus on academics, social skills, and communication and are modified to meet the needs of each individual student.

Early Childhood Behavioral Therapy Program at The Arc of the St. Johns
A holistic play-based approach to Applied Behavior Analysis facilitated by a board-credentialed BCBA specializing in early childhood services. Our program is a unique multidisciplinary approach designed to exist collaboratively alongside our early childhood education program and individualized therapeutic services. We focus on the whole child, infusing fun, compassion, positive experiences, a child's interests, and our team of early childhood experts to provide a genuinely individualized support program for children who qualify for services.

+Enriched Environment +Individualized +Child-Led +Evidence Based +Compassionate +Social Skill Development +Age-appropriate Goals +Relationship-based
Private Pay or Insurance-based services. Children receiving services can attend the after-school program at no additional cost.

● Cigna
● Aetna
● United Health Care
● Florida Blue (Blue Cross, Blue Shield)
● Tricare
● Medicaid (Sunshine, CMS, UHC)
(The Early Childhood Behavioral Therapy Program is a separate entity housed within TLC. A distinct separation is enforced to maintain high ethical standards and patient privacy. Parents/Guardians may consent at their discretion to collaboration between the School, Therapists, and Behavioral Therapists.)

Contact information

2109 Arc Drive
St. Augustine, FL 32084

Lauren Brannan
Director, Children’s Services
Therapeutic Learning Center at The Arc of the St. John’s
904.401.641

Anna Machiz (Machiz-Dillon)
Community Outreach Coordinator
The Arc of the St. Johns – Therapeutic Learning Center
amachiz@arcsj.org 443.992.3330

Thrive Behavioral Consultants provides 1:1 parent coaching and training using a trauma-informed, assent based, and compassionate service model. We want you to feel confident in helping meet your child where they're at, help increase communication and regulation, and decrease challenging behaviors. We are neuro-divergent affirming and specialize in working with children diagnosed with ASD, ADHD, ODD, PDA, Down Syndrome, and other exceptionalities. We also provide CBIT therapy for those with Tourette's and other persistent tic disorders.

We use a child-centered, compassionate care, and research based approach to provide ABA Therapy to autistic children and adolescents in home, school, and our center. We also offer individualized Support Services, such as Caregiver Coaching, Consultation, and Behavior Support, regardless of diagnosis!

We are a non-profit that is dedicated to celebrating children and teens ages 0 through 19 that have been diagnosed with Ehlers- Danlos Syndrome or Syringomyelia. Once your child is signed up on our website, we post their Amazon Wishlist online and send a nice Welcome Package. We also send a birthday card every year, occasional Happy Mail and offer Zoom Events.

UCF CARD provides free consultative support, clinical, family and educational programs and technical assistance to Central Florida families and adults living with ASD with the goal of optimizing success and acceptance in our communities.

UCP of Central Florida’s mission is to empower children with and without disabilities to achieve their potential by providing individualized support, education and therapy services in an inclusive environment.
THERAPY
Each UCP Campus has a dedicated therapy team providing Physical, Occupational, and Speech Language services from birth to age 21. Pediatric therapy services are offered as part of an Individual Education Plan (IEP) or a medical therapy plan to UCP students and out-patient clients. Our multi-disciplinary and personal approach allows our Therapists to serve a variety of disabilities and delays including Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Down syndrome, genetic conditions, speech and language delays, and developmental delays in a familiar, welcoming, and inclusive environment.

EDUCATION
We are committed to providing children and young adults of all abilities with equal access to a quality education. One of our main causes is bridging education gaps for all students who aspire to excel academically, especially students facing adversity. Education funding continues to be tight and many mainstream learning models may discourage bright students who learn in their own unique way, whether they are gifted and accelerated learners, living with a disability, or engage in learning differently.Our nonprofit organization operates 7 inclusive Charter Schools in Central Florida, giving all students access to a rigorous and rewarding curriculum customized to their individual potential.

SUPPORT
We provide individualized support services for families navigating some of life’s biggest challenges. We believe that social and emotional health is vital in a child’s development. Our team of mental health professionals, and counselors work with families as they raise their children and create a strong foundation for a brighter future. Support services are provided free of cost for children and families enrolled in UCP of Central Florida’s Program.

We offer inclusive and engaging social events, support groups, and advocacy programs for families. Our annual Flagler County summer camp for children and young adults with autism and related disabilities provides a safe and accepting opportunity to experience camp.

Visual Health and Learning Center is a specialty optometric practice dedicated to diagnosing and treating vision problems that interfere with reading, learning and activities of daily living such as sports, climbing stairs, pouring drinks, etc. Dr. Jenna Williams-McDermed & Dr. Chi Tran use vision therapy to teach patients to use their vision across a range of different circumstances. We focus on children, particularly those with learning difficulties, using visual training as a way to improve the use of his or her eyes. We also provide specialty care to help athletes develop the advanced levels of visual ability that is needed for sports.

The Visual Health & Learning Center provides:
Specialty Vision Evaluations for all ages – while we specialize in working with children, adults often have similar vision problems and we are happy to help. There is no age limit.

Sports Vision Correction and improvement
Treatment for Learning-related Vision Problems, including ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Reading, and Tracking Problems, etc.
Treatment for Binocular Vision Conditions, such as Amblyopia (lazy eye), Convergence Insufficiency (near vision disorder), Diplopia (double vision), Lack of Stereopsis (two-eyed depth perception), and Strabismus (cross-eyed, wandering eye, eye turns, etc.)
Visual Rehabilitation for Special Populations, including Patients with Developmental Delays, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Sensory Disorders, etc.
Treatment for Stress-related Visual Problems, including Eyestrain Nearsightedness, Headaches or Computer Vision Syndrome

Volusia County Schools' Exceptional Student Education (ESE) Department supports students with disabilities and gifted learners through specialized instruction, services, and resources. ESE ensures individualized education plans (IEPs) and accommodations to promote academic success and personal growth in an inclusive environment.

The Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program in Walton County School District provides specialized support, services, and resources to help students with unique learning needs succeed. Our dedicated team works closely with families to develop Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), ensure appropriate accommodations, and create inclusive learning environments. We are committed to fostering growth, independence, and academic achievement for all students. Contact us to learn more about available programs and how we can support your child’s educational journey.

employU is a nonprofit disability employment service creating an inclusive workforce for people with disabilities through education, empowerment, and advocacy. A support system that is committed to delivering tailored experiences, the organization offers adult employment services, youth programs, employability trainings, paid work experience, and a variety of assessments. These services enhance clients' ability to successfully achieve independence by establishing a lifelong career.

iFlourish Behavior Solutions empowers parents of autistic children with expert coaching to reduce tantrums, strengthen communication, build sustainable routines, and create a structured, peaceful home. We also offer direct ABA therapy for families seeking additional support.