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The Autism Society’s On-line Resource Database. Search nationwide autism-related services and supports.
Brighter Stronger Foundation assists and empowers people from all walks of life to become more independent and realize their potential, through therapeutic behavioral services (under 21), a psychiatric rehabilitation program (adults) and autism-related support (under 21).
6 Nashua Court Ste B Baltimore MD 21221
Community Advocates for You is a network of professionals, parents, and community advocates who have joined forces to provide person-centered support to individuals with disabilities and their families. Most of our services are at no cost to our clients.
P.O. Box 113 Owings Mills MD 21117
Historic East Baltimore Community Action Coalition Youth Opportunity Center (HEBCAC-YO) addresses the education, counseling, and career development and training needs of out of school youth in East Baltimore. Our caring and knowledgeable staff provides: on site GED and pre-GED classes; individual and group counseling; career training in high growth industries (such as healthcare, hospitality, and construction); life skills workshops and clubs and other fun social activities. YO! serves out-of-school youth and young adults by providing wide-ranging support services and opportunities for participants to reach their academic and career goals. We also connect youth to other needed wrap-around services such as housing, family support and healthcare by referral.
1212 N Wolfe St Baltimore MD 21213
The Immigration Outreach Service Center, Inc. (IOSC) at St. Matthew Catholic Church is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to serving Baltimore’s immigrants regardless of immigration status, ethnicity, or religious affiliation. Their mission is to partner with and empower immigrants in the Baltimore area to lead successful lives in the United States. IOSC is dedicated to being the hub from which their clients build the networks of relationships that best serve them.
5405 Loch Raven Blvd Baltimore MD 21239
KKI is an internationally recognized institution dedicated to improving the lives of children and young adults with pediatric developmental disabilities and disorders of the brain, spinal cord and musculoskeletal system, through patient care, special education, research, and professional training. Clinical programs meet the specialized needs of children and adolescents with developmental disabilities. More than 35 different outpatient clinics, three inpatient units, several home and community programs and clinical laboratories all address the specific conditions of children with a wide range of disorders. Service areas include: autism, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, neurorehabilitation and feeding disorders. Most patients at KKI are seen on an outpatient basis. A child may be seen by a single professional or an interdisciplinary team depending upon the nature of the child’s needs. Diagnoses-disorders addressed include: https://www.kennedykrieger.org/patient-care/diagnoses-disorders
See other resources by Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI):
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI): Resource Finder
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI): Project HEAL (Health, Education, Advocacy, and Law)
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI): Weight Management Program
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI): Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress
801 N Broadway Baltimore MD 21205
The goal of the Resource Finder is to inform consumers, families, and professionals about community services, trainings, research, and other information on developmental disabilities and related disorders across the lifespan. This is accomplished through ways that would best suit the customer such as telephone, email, conferences, printed materials, video, and other methods.
See other resources by Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI):
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI): Project HEAL (Health, Education, Advocacy, and Law)
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI)
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI): Weight Management Program
Kennedy Krieger Institute (KKI): Center for Child and Family Traumatic Stress
Living Classrooms Foundation strengthens communities and inspires young people to achieve their potential through hands on education and job training, using urban, natural, and maritime resources as “living classrooms.”
Program Locations (after-school programs):
The UA House at Fayette (1100 E. Fayette St),
The POWER House Community Center (316 S. Caroline St),
The Park House (200 S. Linwood Ave),
BUGS (802 S. Caroline St),
Fresh Start (802 S. Caroline St),
Workforce Development Center (1100 E. Fayette St),
The Adult Resource Center (901 N. Milton Ave),
Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center (1000 Frankfurst Ave)
See other resources by Living Classrooms Foundation:
1417 Thames Street (main offices) Baltimore MD 21231
The Loyola Clinical Centers (LCC) provides affordable state-of-the-art facilities and treatment for people experiencing difficulties in the areas of psychology, pastoral counseling, literacy, hearing, speech, and language. LCC provides audiology, literacy, and speech-language pathology programs, as well as support for learning disabilities, difficult emotions, and other mental health needs. At the Loyola Clinical Centers, we are devoted to making care — not cost — the primary focus of each service. Reduction of fees is available through our sliding scale to those who demonstrate financial need. Affordable service means that we will work with you to provide the help that you, your child, or your family needs.
5911 York Road Suite 100 Baltimore MD 21212
The Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF) represents more than 90 nonpublic schools throughout Maryland that serve students with a range of disabilities. Their schools serve young people with physical, emotional, and developmental needs that cannot be adequately met in public schools. MANSEF schools are an integral part of Maryland’s highly ranked educational system, providing high-quality educational opportunities and support services to Maryland children and youth with disabilities.
6501 N Charles St Towson MD 21204
CMS is a program of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. CMS can help low-income, uninsured or underinsured Marylander’s ages 0-21 years get specialty care for a chronic illness or disability by paying for needed services. CMS can pay for many different kinds of services, such as visits to a specialist, hospitalizations, surgeries, medications, therapies, lab work, x-rays, and medical equipment. CMS does not cover routine check-ups or immunizations, sick visits, emergency services, routine dental care, or mental health services.
See other resources by Maryland Department of Health:
Maryland Department of Health: Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM) Program
The Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM) Program is a case managed fee for service alternative to HealthChoice Managed Care Organization (MCO) participation for recipients with specified rare and expensive conditions.
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Maryland Department of Health: Children’s Medical Services
As the state’s primary social service provider, the Maryland Department of Human Services serves over one million people annually. The Department, through its 24 local departments of social services, pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults in each of Maryland’s 23 counties and Baltimore City.
311 West Saratoga St Baltimore MD 21201
Maryland InfoPortal is the best place for finding financial and non-financial assistance offered by Maryland state government agencies.
MIMA promotes community well-being, economic development, and integration of immigrant communities. They help in identifying needs and opportunities that immigrants bring to our city, while developing public-private partnerships to strengthen the development of these communities. Sponsored events include but are limited to Baltimore Welcoming Week, Immigrant Heritage Month, Immigration Action, New Americans Task Force, and communityMATTERS Newsletter.
100 N Holiday Street Baltimore MD 21202
MWPH is a specialty hospital that serves children with medically complex conditions, from birth to the age of 21. Our modern facilities offer inpatient and outpatient care for infants and children with rehabilitation and other complex medical needs. Programs include:
See other resources by Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital:
Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital: Center for Weight Management and Healthy Living
1708 W Rogers Ave Baltimore MD 21209
OPWWEE BmoreWet!, a STEM program by OMOL, focuses on youth ages 10 -18 called Mariners. Mariners are exposed to mental wellness in nature through marine education, water access (fishing, boating, kayaking) and aquatic STEM research.
2810 Shirley Ave Baltimore MD
PrEP is for YOUth is a program at the Center for Adolescent and Young Adult Health at Johns Hopkins Harriet Lane. We educate, provide clinical services, and community outreach to young people ages 13-25 years old about pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and other ways to stay on top of their sexual health.
200 N Wolfe Street Baltimore MD 21287
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a Federal income supplement program funded by general tax revenues (not Social Security taxes): It is designed to help aged, blind, and disabled people, who have little or no income; and it provides cash to meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter.
The Parents’ Place is a Maryland organization and parent center. This organization help families of children with disabilities and special health care needs throughout Maryland.
The Pride Center of Maryland (PCOM) is the state’s primary source for guidance, education, cultural competency, and services to improve quality of life, especially for LGBTQ+/SGL (same-gender-loving) youth, adults, elders, and allies of all backgrounds, ethnicities, perspectives, genders, sexualities, and cultures.
Through youth development, mental health, violence prevention, support services, and trauma-informed care programs, PCOM advocates for equity, justice, and safe access to well-being and protection while building bridges and understanding between diverse communities.
2418 St Paul St Baltimore MD 21218
The League offers a wide range of services to assist youth in discovering interests & abilities, setting realistic goals, and preparing for and securing employment. Utilizing a supported employment philosophy, we promote the achievement of independence for each of our participants. Through the use of technology, individual support and person-centered planning, our program has placed individuals in a wide array of successful employment opportunities. Services offered include Career Assessment, Employee Development Services, and Employment Services including Job Development, Job Placement, Job Coaching and On-Going Supports.
1111 E. Cold Spring Lane Baltimore MD 21239
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