Maryland Resources
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Maryland Department of Disabilities
Developmental Disabilities Administration
Provides services and resources for individuals with disabilities, including autism.
Maryland Department State of Education - Special Education
Offers services and support for children with autism in public schools.
Maryland Community Services Locator
A comprehensive online tool to help individuals find community services and resources, including autism-related support services across Maryland.
AMC partnered with the Autism Society to offer unique movie showings where the turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing!
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A parent-sponsored nonprofit offering resources, training, and support for individuals with autism and their families. They provide toolkits, training sessions, and connections to service providers.
Provides advocacy, education, and support for individuals with autism and their families. They host events, social programs, and parent support groups.
Focuses on advocacy, education, and community inclusion in the DC Metro area, including Maryland.
Supports families to understand special education and the IEP process.
Maryland Coalition of Families
Provides behavioral health support for parents/families; support for promotion, and activities.
A resource organization for parents and educators who want to improve the education of autistic students.
Special Olympics provides sports programs that foster inclusion, empowerment, and physical activity for individuals with disabilities. These programs are advocacy-oriented, focusing on breaking down societal barriers and encouraging community participation.
A national organization with a presence in Maryland that focuses on advocacy, awareness, and support for individuals with autism and their families.
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Specializes in treating autism and developmental disorders through therapy, education, and research. They offer individualized interventions and training for caregivers.
Provides resources and services to support individuals with developmental disabilities, including healthcare and early intervention services.
A Medicaid-funded program in Maryland that offers home and community-based services for children and adults with autism.
The American Society of Deaf Children
While primarily focused on deaf children, they provide healthcare and early intervention resources related to communication and developmental issues.
Provides healthcare-related resources and early intervention services for children who are deaf or hard of hearing.
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College and Career Competency Framework
Provides resources and strategies to prepare teens for college and careers.
Provides funding opportunities for individuals with disabilities to access services.
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Provides free legal services to Maryland residents with disabilities on issues related to their disability and that fall within the advocacy service areas. One of the service areas is access to education, housing, transportation, and health care.
Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service
Connects low-income residents in need of civil legal assistance with pro bono attorneys.
Connects residents in need of mental health counseling with qualified volunteer therapists and other support services through a referral service.
Maryland Pro Bono Resource Center
Coordinates pro bono legal services for individuals across Maryland, helping those with disabilities access legal help.
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Offers resources and videos about various industries and career paths.
Supports students in becoming active participants in their Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
Offers life skills training programs for adults.
Provides financial literacy resources and lessons.
A resource to help individuals explore various job options and career paths.
Provides downloadable resources and activities to teach financial skills, also available in Spanish.
Offers resources for families and individuals to support learning and career readiness for individuals with disabilities.
Center for Parent Information and Resources
Provides a comprehensive library of tools, resources, and legal information for families of children with disabilities.
Indiana Secondary Transition Resource Center
A resource center that offers tools and assessments to aid in secondary transition planning.
Zarrow Institute on Transition & Self-Determination
Provides assessments and resources to support self-determination and transition planning for individuals.
Howard County
Montgomery County
Prince George’s County
How to Apply
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DDA
The Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) is a division of the Maryland Department of Health that provides services and supports to individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism. DDA offers a variety of services to support individuals with disabilities in their daily lives, such as residential services, day programs, personal supports, and job training. The goal of DDA is to help individuals live as independently as possible within their communities.
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Autism Waiver
The Autism Waiver is a Medicaid program in Maryland that provides funding for services to children under the age of 21 diagnosed with autism. The program offers a range of services, including applied behavior analysis (ABA), speech therapy, respite care, and family training, with the goal of supporting children with autism in achieving greater independence and enhancing their social, emotional, and behavioral development.
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DORS
The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) is a state agency in Maryland that helps individuals with disabilities, including those with autism, achieve independence through employment. DORS provides vocational rehabilitation services such as job training, career counseling, assistive technology, and job placement support. They aim to help people with disabilities gain and maintain employment in the community.
Autism Waiver
Doris goes into detail about the Autism Waiver services.
DDA, Autism Waiver, DORS
Guisela explains the services provided by the DDA, Autism Waiver, and DORS.