1st Capital Federation of Families FFCMH
Rosemary Hill-Moran
2097 Western Ave Apt 602
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 775-2674; (866) 527-7950; (740) 775-2674 (fax)
Email: 1stcapitalfederation | at | roadrunner.com
“Helping Parents Help Their Children” we provide information, support, technical assistance, advocates, links to resources and facilitate partnerships.
A No Fail Education
Karen S. Taylor, Ed.S.
8762 Waterford Court
Streetsboro, OH 44241
(330) 853-7642
Email: Ktaylor | at | NoFailEdu.com
Web: http://www.NoFailEdu.com
Get HELP from an Ohio Department of Education Licensed Superintendent with a Master’s Degree in Reading Specialization. FAILURE is NOT an option.
A Second Opinion, LLC
Betsie Saltzberg, M. Ed
3030 Bremerton Road
Cleveland, OH 44124
(216) 337-7457
Email: a.second.opinion.llc | at | gmail.com
Independent Educational Evaluations. Resolve disputes with your child’s school district. Guidance through complex IEP’s and 504 Plans. Target classroom accommodations and interventions.
AbiliKids
Melissa Zreny
827 Pearl Road
Brunswick, OH 44212
(330) 225-4182; (330) 225-4879 (fax)
Email: abilikids | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.abilikids.com
Physcial, Occupational and Speech Therapies for children birth to 18 years old.
Acacia Centre
Jane Pfautsch/Mary Ellen Locke
119 West Broadway
Granville, OH 43023
(740) 814-6630; (740) 670-2658
Email: janepfautsch | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.acaciacenter.net
The Acacia Center provides support services in the form of tutoring, educational advocacy, consulting, family coaching, and diagnostic assessment for adult literacy and families with children who are English Language Learners, internationally adopted, dyslexic, or at-risk readers and writers.
Academic Associates Learning Center
Bonnie Garner
12465 West Portage River S. Road
Oak Harbor, OH 43449-9697
(419) 559-9452
Email: bl_garner | at | msn.com
Individual reading instruction for all students using the most effective scientific methodology. Learning disabled students progress to their maximum potential in a caring, home-like environment. Experienced teacher.
Achievement Centers for Children
4255 Northfield Road
Highland Hills, OH 44128
(216) 292-9700; (216) 292-9721 (fax)
Email: info | at | achievementctrs.org
Web: http://www.achievementcenters.org
Our mission is to enable and empower children with disabilities and their families to grow, learn, play and prepare for lifelong achievement in society.
ACLD Learning Center
Erica E. Brown-Fire, Director
118 East Wood Street
Youngstown, OH 44503
(330) 746-0604; (330)-746-4272 (fax)
Email: infor | at | acldlearningcenter.com
Web: http://www.acldlearningcenter.com
Services include diagnostic evaluations for learning and other developmental disabilities, as well as tutoring, perceptual-motor training and parent advocacy. Summer programs are also available
A.C.T. Now (Autism Consulting & Training)
Bonnie Kimpling-Kelly
322 N Williams St.
Bryan, OH 43506
(419) 633-0068
Email: bonnie | at | autismbehavioranalyst.com
Web: http://www.autismbehavioranalyst.com
Screening and assessments for Autism and behavior. Programming for ABA/IBI-Verbal Behavior. Training of staff and teachers. Advocate. Speaker/presenter.
Adventures in Reading
Melane Barlow
7245 Zwickle Road
Logan, OH 43138
(740) 215-0005
Email: mbarlow25 | at | yahoo.com
Utilizing scientifically researched curricula – PCI Education & Sonday System – for assessment and instruction for individuals with special needs whom have been labeled, “non-readers.”
Advocacy for Advancement
Diana Sheeks
P.O. Box 410
Twinsburg, OH 44087
(330) 562-0102; (330) 562-0106 (fax)
Email: advocacy4advancement | at | yahoo.com
Non-Attorney Special Education & Disability Advocacy. Records Reviews, IEP, 504 & ETR/MFE Meetings and Consultations, Parent Trainings. Agency referrals.
Kerry M. Agins, Esq.
Nessa G. Siegel, Co., LPA
4070 Mayfield Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44121
(216) 291-1300; (216) 291-9622 (fax)
Email: kmagins | at | aol.com
website: www.nessasiegel.com
Advocates for disabled children to insure that all will have the opportunity to be educated to their fullest potential. Founded on the principles that legal knowledge empowers parents and that advocating for children and guiding parents through the legal process is a victory for now and the future.
Akron Education Campus
Dr. Ardath Franck
700 Ghent Rd.
Akron, OH 44333
(330) 666-1161; (330) 665-1862 (fax)
Email: akroneducationcampus | at | hotmail.com
Web: http://www.akroneducationcampus.com
Individual instruction for all ages – reading, math – tutoring alegebra, geometry, physics, chemistry -educational counseling and speech therapy.
Anderson Behavioral Consulting
Meghan Anderson
1410 Holly Ave.
Dayton, OH 45410
(937) 974-6176
Email: andersonbehavioralconsulting | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://abehavioralconsult.tripod.com
Provides ABA/VB consultation and therapy services for children on the Autism Spectrum.
Anthony Wayne Parents of Students with Special Needs
Email: diane.j.smith | at | att.net
Applied Behavioral Services /Cincinnati and Dayton
Lori McMains-Watson
2517 Burnet Ave. Suite 100
Cincinnati, OH 45219
(513) 861-0300; (859) 866-0892
Email: abaservices | at | insightbb.com
ABS is a center based as well as community based treatment program for children with special needs. We provide classrooms settings with ratio’s of 1:1, 1:2, and 1:5 for an intensive learning environment.
The Arc of Ohio
1335 Dublin Rd., Suite 205-C
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 487-4720; (800) 875-2723
Email: arcohio | at | rrohio.com
Web: http://www.thearcofohio.org/
Ashland County-City Health Dept.
Sunny Riffle
1763 SR 60
Ashland, OH 44805
(419) 282-4294; (419) 282-4271 (fax)
Email: sriffle | at | ashlandhealth.com
Work with children in program called BCMH (Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps).
Aspen Wellness Center
317 E Poplar st.
Sidney, OH 45365
(937) 493-4673
Email: aspencounseling | at | swohio.twcbc.com
Web: http://aspenwellnesscenter.com
Dyslexia testing/tutoring using Orton-Gillingham methods General Tutoring Neurofeedback brain-training Counseling including reactive attachment disorder Art Studio
ASPIES Greater Akron
Joy Spencer
2101 Bigelow Street
Akron, OH 44314-2521
(330) 745-5115
Email: Rreindeer | at | aol.com
Web: http://aspiesgreaterakron.org
Support for both parents and adults affected by Asperger Syndrome, HFA and PDD/NOS including monthly meetings, phone support, socialization opportunities, agency collaboration and email resources.
Assistive Technology Ohio
J.L. Camera Center, 9th Floor
2050 Kenny Road
Columbus, OH 43221
(614) 292-2426 (V/TTY); (800) 784-3425 (V/TTY, in OH); (614) 292-3162 (TTY)
Email: atohio | at | osu.edu
Web: http://www.atohio.org/
The David Ater Dyslexia & ADHD Clinic
903 Hopetown Road
Chillicothe, OH 45601
(740) 773-2343; (740) 775-4757 (fax)
Email: kced1 | at | horizonview.net
Web: http://www.horizonview.net/~edassociates
Psychological Evaluations, Dyslexia and ADHD Screening/Evaluations, Dyslexia Tutors, ADHD Coaches and Professional Development for Educators.
Autism Advocates & Consultants LLC
Judy Marks
1211 Bordner Ave SW
Canton, OH 44710-1129
(330) 265-7931; (330) 479-8957 (fax)
Email: marks815 | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.ohioautismadvocate.com
Private Provider For the Following: IEP Specialist, Secondary Transition Specialist, Autism Consultant, Behavior Consultant, Parent Special Education Advocate & Specialist
Autism Center of SE Ohio
Tammy Hanger
1701 Colegate Drive
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 373-6669
Email: 84_thanger | at | seovec.org
Web: http://autismacso.org/
The Autism Center of Southeastern Ohio, assists families living with Autism. We have a monthly support group & quarterly respite program.
The Autism Connection
Michelle Wagner
240 Homer Street
Marion, OH 43302
(740) 262-1614
Email: chelle72 | at | verizon.net
Web: http://www.theautismconnection.org
Connecting parents to services, resources and support. Monthly support group meetings with childcare and other information.
Autism Outside the Box LLC
Hilarie Barry
3834 US 42
Cardington, OH 43315
(740) 361-1846
Email: hilbarry | at | hotmail.com
Web: http://www.autismoutsidethebox.com
If you are a parent or school dealing with challenging behaviors and looking for strategies, Autism Outside the Box can help with positive, creative support.
Autism Society of Northwest Ohio (ASNO)
4848 Dorr Street
Toledo, OH 43615
(419) 578-2766; (419) 536-5038 (fax)
Email: info | at | asno.org
Web: http://www.asno.org/
The Autism Society of Northwest Ohio (ASNO) is an organization of parents, professionals, and others working “To Improve the Lives of People Affected by Autism.”
The Autism Society of Ohio
470 Glenmont Ave.
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 487-4726; (614) 754-6332 (fax)
Email: askASO | at | autismohio.org
Web: http://www.autismohio.org
The mission of the Autism Society of Ohio is to improve the lives of all affected by autism in Ohio through information dissemination, education, advocacy, support of local organizations, and the influence of public policy.
Bellefaire and The Monarch Center for Autism
Jill Sadowsky, MSW, LISW
22001 Fairmount Blvd.
Shaker Heights, OH 44118
(216) 320-8483; (216) 932-8520 (fax)
Email: sadowskj | at | bellefairejcb.org
Web: http://www.bellefairejcb.org
Array of services for children and adolescents with emotional disorders and/or those on the autism spectrum. Treatments include individual and group therapies, residential treatment, and in home care.
The Behavioral Intervention Institute of Ohio
Kate Boylan, Director
24865 Detroit Road #3
Westlake, OH 44145
(440) 250-8800; (866) 965-BIIO (2446); (440) 229-6299 (fax)
Email: info | at | thebehaivoralinterventioninstituteofohio.com
Web: http://www.thebehavioralinterventioninstituteofohio.com
Center based Applied Behavior Analysis program for children with autism and mental health disorders as well as consulting services, IEP services, and parent/community trainings.
Bellefaire JCB
Karin Hess-Hopkins
22001 Fairmount Blvd.
Shaker Heights, OH 44118
(216) 320-8658
Email: shulmana | at | wingspancg.org
Web: http://www.bellefairejcb.org
Summer Day Program for those ages 8 to 18 with Tourette Syndrome. Participants will build self-esteem, gain independence and establish social connections in a positive environment.
Andrew J. Bonnington Esq.
Attorney at Law
175 South Third Street, Suite 220
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 356-8400; (866) 631-9996 (fax)
Email: jbonnington | at | hwxlaw.com
Web: http://www.hwxlaw.com
Our firm was founded on the notion that every child deserves a voice. We offer full legal services including Due Process, Expulsion hearings, Juvenile Court matters, IEP/ETR consultations and legal assistance with School bullying issues.
Brain Balance Achievement Center of Cincinnati
Greg Marischen
12084 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45249
(513) 707-0125
Email: cincinnati | at | brainbalancecenters.com
Web: http://www.brainbalancecenters.com
Brain Balance Achievement Centers offer the Brain Balance Program ® in 54 nationwide locations. The Brain Balance Program® is an individualized and comprehensive approach to helping children with neurobehavioral and learning difficulties surmount their unique challenges.
Brain Injury Association of Ohio
Suzanne Minnich
855 Grandview Ave., Suite 225
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 481-7100; (866) 644-6242; (614) 481-7103 (fax)
Email: help | at | biaoh.org
Web: http://www.biaoh.org
Creating a better future through brain injury prevention, research, education and advocacy.
Bright Horizons Advocacy and Consulting
Jennifer Kirby & Victoria Watts
205 Farnsworth, Suite G
Waterville, OH 43566
(419) 441-1011; (888) 396-9839 (fax)
Email: kirbybrighthorizons | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.brighthorizonsadvcon.com
Non-attorney firm providing educational advocacy. Dedicated to helping persons with disabilities of any age succeed educationally and in a vocation, and access needed services.
The Bryan Center
Kathleen Ewonus
1207 W. High St.
Bryan, OH 43506
(419) 636-6286; (419) 630-0804
Email: sci7 | at | roadrunner.com
Web: http://sandycay.org
Building skills and new dynamics for children and young adults by serving children ages 2 and up with communication,cognitive,behavioral and social deficits.
Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps
Ohio Department of Health
P.O. Box 1603
Columbus, OH 43216-1603
(614) 466-1549; (800) 755-4769
Web: http://www.odh.state.oh.us/
C.A.R.I.N.G. Cincinnati Asperger Resources, Information, and Networking Group
Founder, Linda Purdy
5812 Woodmont Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45213
(513) 699-1968
Email: lindalaveck | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://cincinnatiaspergernetwork.webng.com
Support Group and resources available in the Cincinnati area for people and/or families affected by Asperger Syndrome or any neurological disorder that is on the Austim Spectrum.
Catholic Charities Disability Services
Marilyn Scott
7911 Detroit Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44102
(216) 334-2963; (216) 334-2962; (216) 334-2905 (fax)
Email: mjscott | at | clevelandcatholiccharities.org
Education, summer programs, recreation programs, social services, referral and advocacy for children and adults with cognitive disabilities and their families throughout the Diocese of Cleveland.
Center for Mental Retardation (CMR)
The Arc of Cuyahoga County
1331 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 622-0755; (216) 622-0704; (216) 622-0752 (fax)
Email: CMR-CLEV | at | CMR-Cleveland.org
Web: http://www.CMR-Cleveland.org
Since 1962, the mission of CMR is to empower persons affected by mental retardation and developmental disabilities through advocacy, education, and the promotion of activities that improve quality of life.
Central Ohio Behavioral Consulting, LLC
Leigh Ann M. Shepherd
PO Box 915
Marysville, OH 43040
(614) 582-5634; (614) 296-3657
Email: info | at | cobcLLC.com
Web: http://www.cobcLLC.com
Behavior support based on ABA. Service options include: In Home Consultation, Parent Training, Educational Advocacy, Social Skills Groups and Educational Opportunities for Daycares, Preschools & Schools.
Central Ohio Branch/International Dyslexia Assoc.
Charlotte G. Andrist, Ph.D.
PO Box 340426
Columbus, OH 340426
(614) 899-5711
Email: info | at | cobida.org
Web: http://cobida.org
Mission: To provide support and information for dyslexics, their parents/family members and the professionals that support them. Services: Helpline, Conferences, Parent Seminars, Dyslexia Facts
Central Ohio Families for Effective Autism Treatment (COFEAT)
Web: http://www.cofeat.org
Meetings are held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:00pm at Columbus Children’s Hospital Autism Center, 187 West Schrock Road, Westerville, OH 43082
Cerebral Palsy Association of Ohio, Inc.
4550 Indianola Avenue
Columbus, OH 43214-2246
(800) 796-8498; (614) 267-5071
Email: cpo | at | iwaynet.net
Child Advocacy Center
1821 Summit Rd., #110
Cincinnati, OH 45237
(513) 821-2400 (V/TTY)
Email: CADCenter | at | aol.com
The Childhood League Center
Barbara Acton
Director of Early Childhood Education: Vicki Kelly
670 S. 18th Street
Columbus, Ohio 43205
(614) 253-6933; (614) 253-6935 (fax)
Email: clc | at | childhoodleague.org
Web: www.childhoodleague.org
The Childhood League Center is an early intervention program serving children from birth to 6 with developmental delays and their families.
Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Disorders (CH.A.D.D.)
Web: http://www.chadd.org/findchap.htm
Chrysalis Autism Services
Lisa M. Flake, BCABA
72 Cranston Court
Centerville, OH 45458
(937) 776-6272
Email: lisa.flake | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.daytonautismservices.com
Provides effective, data-based treatment and education of children with autism spectrum disorder by utilizing the principles of applied behavior analysis, in particular those associated with B.F. Skinner’s (1957) analysis of verbal behavior.
Cincinnati Center for Autism
Amanda Tipkemper Sparks
200 C. Office Park Drive
Fairield, OH 45014
(513) 874-6789
Email: cincyautism | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.cincinnaticenterforautism.com
We provide center based services to children 2-17 years. Services include: ABA/VBA, social skills, tutoring, respite and a summer day camp.
Cincinnati Occupational Therapy Institute
Deborah Whitcomb
4440 Carver Woods Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 791-5688; (513) 791-0023 (fax)
Email: debw | at | cintiotinstitute.com
Web: http://www.cintiotinstitute.com
COTI is a practice of occupational therapists serving the Cincinnati area. Our Blue Ash and Anderson clinics specialize in treating children with sensory processing disorders.
Cincinnati Psychological Services, LLC
David I. Zucker, Ed.D
2300 Montana Avenue, Suite 317
Cincinnati, OH 45211
(513) 662-8200
Email: cintipsychsvcs | at | fuse.net
Psychological evaluations, development of positive behavior support plans, helping families plan for meetings with schools, programs and physicians. Finding better ways for children and families.
Cleveland Hearing & Speech Center
Joy Keatley, Office Manager
11206 Euclid Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 231-8787 Ext. 259; (216) 231-7141 (fax)
Email: jkeatley | at | chsc.org
Web: http://www.chsc.org/
A non-profit organization that serves, advocates, and empowers children and adults with diverse speech-langauge, reading, and hearing loss disabilities.
Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services
Anita Atkinson
9405 Sutton Place
Hamilton, OH 45011
(513) 874-HELP
Email: anitaa | at | clubztutors.com
Web: www.clubztutors.com
Our qualified, experienced tutors work one-on-one with students of all ages and levels, in the students’ homes. Individualized programs reflect the specific needs of each student.
Club Z! In-Home Tutoring
Tammy Esmaili
PO Box 582
Sharon Center, OH 44274
(330) 722-7890
Email: tesmaili | at | clubztutoring.com
Web: www.clubztutoring.com
We arrange for one-on-one tutoring in the student’s home.
Loretta Coil Parent Advocacy
4105 Sheraton Road
Toledo, OH 43606
(419) 279-0362
Email: lcoil-sei | at | live.com
Help parents understand special education process as it relates to their child, consult and attend ETR, IEP, and 504 meetings, empower parents to become effective communicators with school.
Columbus Hearing Impaired Program
Marcia Orvets or Terri Gampp
Columbus City Schools, Huy ES/AG Bell Program
1545 Huy Road
Columbus, OH 43224
(614) 365-5977; (614) 365-5941 (fax)
Email: tgampp | at | columbus.k12.oh.us
Web: http://www.columbus.k12.oh.us
We evaluate and provide services in central Ohio for children ages 3 – grade 12 who meet Ohio eligibility for hearing impaired/deaf services.
Cornerstone Speech Therapy
Janelle Pickens
P.O. Box 16092
Columbus, OH 43216
(614) 973-9755
Email: info | at | cornerstonespeechtherapy.com
Web: http://www.cornerstonespeechtherapy.com
We are a private speech therapy practice that serves the central Ohio area. We provide all of our services in your home or community.
Cowboys and Angels Therapy Inc.
Owner: Victoria Frost OTR/L
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 5362
Fairlawn, OH 44334
Horse Facility: 5047 Dunsha Rd.
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 239-4491; (330) 475-0504 (fax)
Email: vfrost | at | angelacrestherapy.com
Web: http://angelacrestherapy.com/
Occupational, Physical, and Speech Therapy for children and adults. Specializing in Equine Assisted Therapy, Neurodevelopmental Treatment, Sensory Integration, Alternative School Assessments, and Adult Rehab in various settings.
CP Parent Columbus
Lynne Fogel
6597 Estate View Drive South
Blacklick, OH 43004
(614) 868-0146; (614) 868-0158 (fax)
Email: lfogel | at | insight.rr.com
Family resource group for parents and caregivers of children with cerebral palsy; monthly meetings, e-mail group.
*Cuyahoga County Bar Association
(216) 621-5112
Web: http://www.cuybar.org/
Cuyahoga County Board of Mental Retardation & Developmental Disabilities
Lula Holt Robertson
1275 Lakeside Avenue East
Cleveland, OH 44114-1132
(216) 241-8230; (216) 861-0253 (fax)
Email: robertson | at | ccbmrdd.org
Web: www.ccbmrdd.org
Services/ supports from early intervention through school age; also OT/PT, speech-language therapy, psychology, family resources and respite care, pre-vocational and support administration.
Cuyahoga East Vocational Education Consortium
211 Alpha Park Drive
Highland Hts., OH 44143
(440) 995-7450
Web: www.mayfield.k12.oh.us
CEVEC is a consortium program offering work and vocational training to youth with disabilities from 16 school districts in the eastern Cuyahoga County area.
Cuyahoga Tapestry System of Care
Beth Dague, Director
1400 West 25th Street, 4th Floor
Cleveland, OH 44113-3199
(216) 479-3297; (216) 861-5067 (fax)
Web: http://www.cuyahogatapestry.org
Using a family-team approach, CTSOC serves children with emotional/mental health needs who are at risk for trouble in the home, school, and neighborhood.
DAFEAT-Dayton Families for Effective Autism Trmt
Tina O’Neill, President
P.O. Box 750903
Dayton, OH 45459
1-87-puzzle-87; (877) 899-5387
Email: info | at | dafeat.org
Web: http://www.dafeat.org
DAFEAT provides education, advocacy and support for autism treatment to families and professionals by providing workshops, seminars and support services.
Dayton Asperger Resource Network (DARN)
Audrey Schilb, Cofounder / Facilitator
2305 Glenheath Dr.
Kettering, OH 45440
(937) 433-4505
Email: rschilb | at | erinet.com
Web: http://darngroup.tripod.com/
DARN is a support group for families, educators, medical professionals, and other community members who are involved with improving the lives as individuals who have or suspect that they have autism spectrum disorders.
Dayton Autism Society
Tina O’Neill
P.O. Box 341395
Beavercreek, OH 45432
(206) 984-5760
Email: asadayton | at | gmail.com
Web: http://daytonautismsociety.org
Support for families affected by ASD. Family grant opportunities, informational workshops and annual 5k walk/run.
Developmental Intervention Services, LLC
Allison Schneider
5224 Kings Mills Rd. # 289
Mason, OH 45040
(513) 686-9470; (513) 336-6578 (fax)
Email: craftgrrl1220 | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.developintervention.com
At DIS LLC we provide home based services to children birth through five and their families. We help children meet their developmental potential by providing individually tailored activities in a child’s natural environment.
Direction for Learning, LLC
7673 Opossum Run Rd.
London, OH 43140
(614) 877-1204
Email: DirectionForLearning | at | columbus.rr.com
Educational Consultant & Certified Dyslexia Testing Specialist offering dyslexia testing, teaching, and tutoring; personalized homeschool plans in-person and nationwide through phone consultations.
Division of Early Childhood Education
OH Department of Education
25 South Front Street, 3rd Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-4183
(614) 466-0224
* Down Syndrome Association of Central Ohio
Nancy Brantner, Executive Director
510 E. North Broadway, 4th floor
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 263-6020
Email: info | at | dsaco.net
Web: www.dsaco.net
Has maintained a network of individuals with Down syndrome, parents, professionals and health care providers working together to ensure our mission that all individuals with Down syndrome are given the opportunity to achieve their potential.
Down Syndrome Association of Greater Cincinnati
Janet Gora
644 Linn St Suite 1128
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 761-5400; (513) 761-5401 (fax)
Email: janet | at | dsagc.com
Web: http://dsagc.com
We provide information, support and resources for over 1000 families in the Greater Cincinnati area from those who have received a prenatal diagnosis all the way up to senior adults with Down syndrome.
Down Syndrome Association of the Valley
Kelly Donadio
P.O. Box 8651
Warren, OH 44484
(330) 979-3728; (330) 856-1541
Email: info | at | dsav.org
Web: http://www.dsav.org
Down syndrome support, advocacy, resource group serving Northeast Ohio and Western PA. Lecture series, new parent packs, therapeutic playgroups, offering help and hope.
Down Syndrome Support Network Of Stark County
Nikki Papoulides
Walsh University
David Center
Multi – Purpose Rm
2020 East Maple Street NW
North Canton, OH 44720
(330) 361-0587
Email: dssnstarkcounty | at | aol.com
Web: http://dssnstark.com
Down Syndrome Support Network is committed to the empowerment of people with Down syndrome, and family members.
Dyslexia Institutes of America
Joel A. Greff
676 Brook Hollow, Suite 101
Gahanna, OH 43230
(614) 340-5592; (614) 448-3344 (fax)
Email: jgreff | at | diaohio.org
Web: http://www.diaohio.org
Diagnostic Assessment and Dyslexia determination testing center and Dyslexia Remediation Therapy provider.
Dyslexia Services
Kim Williams Rea
177 Yellow Springs-Fairfield Road
Yellow Springs, OH 45387
(937) 767-2559
Email: YSReas | at | SBCGlobal.net
I am an advanced level certified Orton-Gillingham tutor. This program is accredited by IMSLEC. It is approved instruction for our dyslexic learners by IDA.
Easter Seals Central and Southeast Ohio
565 Children’s Drive West
P.O. Box 7199
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 228-5523
Easter Seals Northeast Ohio
1929 A East Royalton Road
Cleveland, OH 44147
(440) 838-0990 (V/TTY); (800) 437-3288
Email: info | at | eastersealsneo.org
Web: http://www.eastersealsneo.org/
Educational Options LLC
Marla Simon MSSA LSW
PO Box 24931
Cleveland, Ohio 44124
(216) 272-8080; (888) 866-4851 (fax)
Email: msimon | at | educationaloptions4u.com
Web: http://www.educationaloptions4u.com
Information about Educational alternatives: independent schools, boarding schools, wilderness programs, residential treatment programs and emotional growth programs for teens in crisis, eating disorders, ADHD, and a variety of psychological issues.
Educational Service Center of Lake Erie West
Wendy Smenner
2275 Collingwood Blvd.
Toledo, OH 43620
(419) 471-0384
Email: wsmenner | at | esclakeeriewest.org
Parent Mentor for Lucas County in Ohio-help educate, guide and support families of children with disabilities. Attend IEP meetings with parents, provide parents with state, county resources.
Epilepsy Association
Patricia Hudec, LPCC
2831 Prospect Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44115
(800) 653-4300; (216) 579-1330; (216) 579-1336 (fax)
Email: info | at | epilepsyinfo.org
Web: http://epilepsyinfo.org
The Epilepsy Association provides information, advocacy, community based education and support group services to families affected by epilepsy. Additional adult services include case management/counseling.
Epiphany Learning Center
Lynette Kreidler
3338 Lee St. NW
North Canton, OH 44720
(330) 705-9521
Email: LKreidler | at | epiphanylearning.com
Web: http://www.epiphanylearning.com
We provide individualized, one on one training; building strengths in memory, attention, phonemic awareness, processing and problem solving skills. PACE and Master the Code.
Andrew Erkis, Ph.D Educational Consulting
Andrew Erkis
1706 East Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43203
(614) 231-1957; (614) 231-3339 (fax)
Email: andyerkis | at | hotmail.com
Web: www.aerkis.com
Dr. Erkis is a licensed psychologist who specializes in helping families find the most appropriate and effective therapeutic and educational options for teens and young adults.
Fairhaven Counseling
Collin A. Myers
746 Graham Rd.
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
(330) 940-2522
Email: collin.myers | at | gmail.com
Assessment and counseling for children, adolescents, adults, couples, families; specialties in: autism, ADHD, behaviors problems, pscyo-educational and psychological assessments, substance abuse, as well as diagnosis and treatment for emotional issues.
Families Embracing Open Adoption
Deb Bibart
PO BOX 4434
Newark, OH 43058-4434
(740) 973-5012; (740) 349-0760 (fax)
Email: adopt | at | alink.com
Web: http://www.ahomeinyourheart.com/TomNDeb.html
Assisting and informing those wanting to adopt and those who have already adopted. giving ideas of the varying degrees of open adoption, domestic vs international vs identified vs private vs public adoptions. I am an adoptive mom of eleven children.
Families with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Inc.
Julia Ann Smith
4215 Edinburgh Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45245
(513) 528-1595
Email: familieswithasd | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.familieswithasd.org
Families with Autism Spectrum Disorders Inc, is a non-profit, parent founded organization that offers free monthly support meetings and our free annual Autism Expo. We also have a free on-line yahoo support group.
The Family and Community Resource Center
Cindy L. Slavens
513 E. Washington Street
P.O. Box 108
Lisbon, OH 44432
(330) 420-0044; (877) 500-3272; (330) 420-0055 (fax)
Email: info | at | fcrconline.org
Web: http://www.fcrconline.org
“Renewing the family spirit through educational programs & opportunities across the life span.” Children with disabilities is one of our primary target populations.
FH&L Intervention Services, Ltd
Cheryl Jue, LSW, BCBA
PMB 176
1209 Hill Road North
Pickerington, OH 43147
(740) 739-3693
Email: faith_hope_love2005 | at | yahoo.com
Consultation, designing and implementing in-home ABA programs, trainings & workshops, advocate for IFSP & IEP meetings, assessments of skills and behavioral issues, and presenter.
Fieldstone Farm Therapeutic Riding Center
Winni Spisak
16497 Snyder Road
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
(440) 708-0013; (440) 708-0029 (fax)
Email: wspisak | at | fieldstonefarmtrc.com
Web: http://fieldstonefarmtrc.com
We provide equine programs designed for people with cognitive, physical, emotional and social disabilities. Students and groups of all ages are welcome.
Megan Foley, Esq.
Attorney at Law
471 E. Broad Street, Suite 2001
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 232-0424; (614) 563-9166; (614) 280-9675 (fax)
Email: lawfoley | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.midohiofamilylaw.com
Helping Parents negotiate IEPs that work. Attorney, Child Advocate and Guardian at Law.
Forest Alliance Coaching
Jill Lam
1900 Polaris Parkway, Suite 450
Columbus, OH 43240
(614) 785-6405
Email: jl4research | at | aol.com
Web: http://forestalliancecoaching.com
Provide diagnostic testing for dyslexic, dysgraphia, ADHD, Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, Aspergers and more. Coach parents and the school on how to educate the child.
Fragile X Alliance of Ohio
6790 Ridgecliff Drive
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 519-1517; (440) 519-1518 (fax)
Email: fraxohio | at | adelphia.net
Web: http://www.fragilexohio.org/
Promoting awareness, support and research for Fragile X syndrome.
Dawn Gibson, Special Education Consultant
7021 Township Road 137
Rushsylvania, OH 43347
(937) 617-1701
Email: gibsongirl247 | at | gmail.com
Consulting Services Include: IEP consultation, Attendance at IEP meetings, Completing Assessments, Communication Education, Tutoring, Curriculum Planning (for Home Educators), Advocacy.
Got-Autism, LLC
Tamara Andersson
10052 Commerce park Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45246
(513) 682-7862; (513) 881-7010 (fax)
Email: Tammy | at | got-autism.com
Web: http://www.got-autism.com
Online store featuring educational, therapeutic, and practical life products for kids and teens on the autism spectrum, as well as resources for parents and professionals.
Greater Cleveland Asperger Support
Theresa M. Szalkowski
17873 Treasure Isle
Strongsville, OH 44136
(440) 846-9845
Email: pennycat3 | at | juno.com
Web: http://www.health.groups.yahoo.com/group/gc-as
Support group for Northeast Ohio parents and caregivers of children with Asperger Syndrome, Pervasive Development Disorder and High Functioning Autism
Guardian Angels Support Group
Kelli Harding
45675 St. Rt. 558
New Waterford, OH 44445
(330) 482-4630; (330) 457-2465; (330) 457-1116 (fax)
Email: mkhangeldrummer | at | comcast.net
Web: http://www.eastfairfieldumc.org
The Guardian Angels Support Group is a faith based support system for parents, family members and caregivers of individuals with special needs.
Hattie Larlham Center for Children with Disabilities
9772 Diagonal Rd
Mantua, OH 44255
(800) 233-8611 ext. 3068
Email: Elizabeth.Yoder-Balla | at | HattieLarlham.org
Web: http://www.HattieLarlham.org
Hattie Larlham is dedicated to providing services to children and adults with MR/DD. Services include: an ICFMR, community homes, foster care, integrated daycare & respite.
Haugland Learning Center, LLC
3400 Snouffer Road
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 602-6473; (614) 602-6493 (fax)
Email: morten.haugland | at | hauglandlearningcenter.com
Web: http://www.hauglandlearningcenter.com
Full-day educational services for children, ages 3-21, on the Autism spectrum. Cost covered by Autism Scholarship Program. ABA principles employed.
Helping Hands Center for Special Needs
Erin Nealy, Executive Director
2500 Medary Ave.
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 262-7520; (614) 262-7540 (fax)
Email: enealy | at | helpinghandscenter.com
Web: http://www.helpinghandscenter.com
A non-profit school and therapy center providing full day individualized and group instruction classrooms for preschool through 6th grade as well as outpatient therapy services.
Hickman & Lowder Co., LPA
Judith C. Saltzman
1300 E. 9th Street, Suite 1020
Cleveland, OH 44114
(216) 861-0360; (216) 861-3113 (fax)
Email: jsaltzman | at | hickman-lowder.com
Web: http://www.hickman-lowder.com
Special education advocacy that empowers parents and helps children reach their full potential. We train parents and professionals, and pursue statewide law reform. Statewide Practice.
Carol J. Holm, Esq.
Attorney at Law
130 West Second St., Suite 1010
Dayton, OH 45402
(937) 226-1973; (937) 228-0520 (fax)
Email: lawholm | at | gmail.com
20 years representing children with special education needs; children suspended or expelled due to behaviors stemming from disabilities; or those who have juvenile court cases.
Hope Educational Consulting, LLC
Katherine Wetherbee
PO Box 261
Chagrin Falls, OH 44022
(440) 247-0083
Email: katie | at | hopeforlearning.com
Web: http://www.hopeforlearning.com
Advocacy firm that facilitates positive, proactive communication, and cooperation between parents and schools. By providing support and information, we empower parents to become effective team members in their child’s education.
Judi A. Hughes, M.Ed.
9399 Montgomery Road
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 984-3555
Email: hughesjedpsych | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.judihughesedpsych.com
Educational Consultant/School Psychologist. Diagnose disorders impacting school functioning. Provide consultation and advocacy. Determine appropriate educational programs and interventions. Direct work with children, families and schools.
HUGS
Chris Hipsher
P.O. Box 141108
Toledo, OH 43614
Email: Chris | at | hugsfoundation.org
Web: www.hugsfoundation.org
We offer hope and comfort to families who have a child who has nearly drowned. On our website you will find families who know how you feel and want to talk to you.
i-Agreements Mediation & Consulting Co.
Jay Baker or Michelle Robbins
6155 Headington Pl.
Columbus, OH 43230
(614) 769-1677
Email: jay | at | i-agreements.com
Web: http://www.i-agreements.com
Special education parent advocacy, specializing in FAPE and LRE issues and private placements.
Inclusion Advocates, Inc.
Ellen Mavriplis, Director
9433 Montgomery Road, 2nd Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 834-8013
Email: emavriplis | at | cinci.rr.com
Web: http://InclusionAdvocates.com
Special education advocacy services for families of children with disabilities throughout the greater Cincinnati area. Workshops tailored to meet the needs of parent groups or organizations.
Integrations Treatment Center
Ellen Winney
28700 Euclid Ave. #120
Wickliffe, OH 44092
(216) 965-6106
Email: itcellenw | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.awetismproductions.com
A treatment and training center specializing in assisting individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Intensive Behavioral Intervention Clinic
Children’s Hospital Autism Center
433 N. Cleveland Ave.
Westerville, OH 43082
(614) 839-2860; (614) 839-2861 (fax)
Director: Jacqueline Wynn, Ph.D.
Jean’s Literacy Learning Center
Ruth Ellis
6019 R- Vine St.
Cincinnati, OH 45216
(513) 372-5497; (513) 737-2064 (fax)
Email: jllc | at | jeansliteracylearningcenter.com
Web: http://www.jeansliteracylearningcenter.com
Year Round Saturday, Before & After School learning intervention support for school aged kids with at risk, learning, emotional, and cognitive disabilities.
Kaleidoscope Learning Center
Carolyn and Heidi Nyland
3729 Braidwood Dr.
Hilliard, OH 43026
(614) 876-5069
Web: http://www.gobraingym.com
Kaleidoscope Learning Center tutors children and works with adults using active learning and Brain Gym techniques (braingym.org). The center sponsors seminars with speakers and teachers from around the world.
Mollie Kessler School
Leslie A. Brown, Treasurer
118 E. Wood St.
Youngstown, OH 44503
(330) 746-3095; (330) 746-4272 (fax)
Email: lesliebrown | at | molliekesslerschool.org
Web: http://www.molliekesslerschool.k12.oh.us
The Mollie Kessler School is designed to offer a specialized program and curriculum for students who are “at risk” of failing due to learning difficulties.
Kids First Parent Advocacy, LLC
Martha Pitchford
7788 Candlewood Lane
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 841-1701
Email: mpitchfo | at | columbus.rr.com
I help parents navigate the often overwhelming IEP process. This includes reviewing documents, consultation to develop a solid plan of action, and attending school meetings.
Todd Kotler, Esq.
Attorney and Counselor at Law
P.O. Box 2041
Massillon, OH 44646-2041
(330) 777-0065
Email: TBKotler | at | sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.avvo.com/attorneys/44646-oh-todd-kotler-613168.html
Mr. Kotler aids parents of special needs children to ensure that these children receive the free and appropriate public education (FAPE) that state and federal law guarantees to each.
Joyce Kubik, AD/HD Coach & Skills Trainer
389 Seneca Court
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 933-8309 (fax/phone)
Web: http://www.bridgetosuccess.net
Teleclasses by Joyce Kubik are available online athttp://www.teleclassinternational.com
Langsford Learning Center
Emily Davidson
9402 Towne Square Ave, Suite B
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 531-7400; (513) 531-7471 (fax)
Email: cincinnati | at | langsfordcenter.com
Web: http://www.langsfordcenter.com
One-on-one instructional services to children with learning difficulties in reading, comprehension, and math. Individual programs are developed based on the completion of a diagnostic assessment.
Language Learning Associates
Troy McClowry
3637 Medina Road, Suite 220
Medina, OH 44256
and
150 N. Miller Rd. Bldg. 150A
Akron, OH 44333
and
33 Milford
Hudson, OH 44236
(330) 867-2240; (330) 952-0403
Email: troy | at | llatherapy.org
Web: http://www.llatherapy.org
A speech-language private practice that provides the highest quality prevention, diagnostic, treatment, and support services to people of all ages and cultures.
Leap Beyond Therapy
Elyn Buscani
6915 Beechmont Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 232-5327; (513) 232-2023; (513) 232-2321 (fax)
Email: elyn | at | leapbeyondtherapy.com
Web: http://www.leapbeyondtherapy.com
Providing hope, motivation, and the tools for children to become active participants in their world. Group fitness classes, intensive therapy, and parent support. Started by two parents of children with CP.
Learning Disabilities Association of Central Ohio
P.O. Box 835
Worthington, OH 43085
(614) 436-9266; (614) 436-7450 (fax)
Learning Disabilities Association of Cuyahoga County (LDACC)
4800 E. 131 St. Suite B
Garfield Heights, OH 44105
Phone: 216-581-4549
(216) 581-7076
Email: ldacc | at | sbcglobal.net
Advocacy, parent training, small group instruction and social skills training for ages 11-17, social skills training for ages 9-13, job skills for ages 14-17 and adult services including reading and math instruction, adult issues, preparation for employment.
Learning Disabilities Association of Southwest Ohio
2745 S. Smithville Road #14
Dayton, OH
(937) 256 3005; (937) 833-0839 (fax)
Email: LDASWOHIO | at | aol.com
We serve the areas from Lima, Ohio into Cincinnati, Ohio
Learning Rx
Lindsay Miller, Associate Director
4887 Blazer Pkwy
Dublin, OH 43017
4888 Blazer Memorial Pkwy
Dublin, OH 43017
(614) 789-0761
Email: l.miller | at | learningrx.net
Web: http://www.learningrx.com
Learning RX works intensely with cognitive skills such as attention, memory, concentration, focus and reading, to make learning faster, easier, and more efficient.
Emily J. Lewis, Esq.
Attorney at Law
5650 Blazer Parkway
Dublin, OH 43017
(614) 734-6270; (614) 734-7270 (fax)
Email: ejl | at | elewislaw.com
Attorney for special education, disability law, employment, civil rights, bullying, and school discipline matters, practicing since 1984 experience.
Liberty Bible Academy
Laurie Weideman
4900 Old Irwin Simpson Rd.
Mason, OH 45040
(513) 754-1234
Email: lweideman | at | lbatoday.org
Web: http://www.lbatoday.org
Educational Therapy Services, The Discovery program is individualized, research-based, cognitive deficit stimulation for those with LD. Any open spots may be offered to those outside our school. Grades K-12 or adults
LINK Support Services LLC
Amy Bloom, MS
P.O. Box 199
Dayton, OH 45409
(937) 499-4706
Email: amy | at | unlockingdoorsforkids.com
Web: http://unlockingdoorsforkids.com
An educational consulting practice that serves families whose children struggle academically, behaviorally, and/or emotionally in school. Assistance with bridging the gap between the family and the school.
Louisin Child Advocacy, LLC
Brenda Louisin
134 Northwoods Blvd., Suite A-2
Columbus, OH 43235
(614) 885-0530; (614) 885-0531 (fax)
Email: Brenda | at | LouisinChildAdvocacy.com
The Magical Feather Multisensory Educational Clinics
Lisa or Cheryl
17 Lyman Circle
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
(216) 408-6227; (216) 396-6666
Email: clinics | at | themagicalfeather.com
Web: http://www.themagicalfeather.com
Our mindset is to strengthen skills in young children in efforts promote confidence and a joy for learning, while providing a welcoming, dynamic learning environment, where children can connect.
Making Lemonade Parent Support Group
640 Enterprise Drive, Suite C
Lewis Center, OH 43035
(614) 406-5337
Email: parentsmakinglemonade | at | gmail.com
Web: http://parentsmakinglemonade.blogspot.com
Support Group for parents of exceptional children that have autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, SPD, behavioral and developmental delays.
Norma Martin, Certified Orton-Gillingham Tutor
P.O. Box 173
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 933-0657
Email: normajohn | at | oh.rr.com
Teaching children and adults to read, spell and write using the Orton-Gillingham Approach. This approach is suitable for individuals who have not benefited from traditional school-based method of reading instruction.
James C. Mauro, Esq.
Attorney At Law
3095 Scioto Trace Rd.
Columbus, OH 43221
(614) 314-1527
Email: jcmaurolaw | at | gmail.com
Representing individuals with special needs and their families. Engage in school and public agency advocacy with an emphasis on negotiated/mediated settlement of disputes.
Mayfield Schools Parent Mentor Program
Zivile Khoury
211 Alpha Drive
Highland Heights, OH 44143
(440) 995-7484
Email: zkhoury | at | mayfieldschools.org
Web: http://thelinkto.org/parentmentor
Guide families through the special education process by providing support and information.
Mental Health Association of Knox County
Dodie Melvin
11 W Gambier St
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
(740) 397-3088; (740) 392-4008 (fax)
Email: mhaknox | at | earthlinknet.com
Education, Resource, Advocacy for mental wellness. Provide workshops, support groups; offer NAMI Hand to Hand Family Education Program and others
Milestones Organization
Ilana Hoffer Skoff
3246 Desota Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44118
(216) 371-4765; (216) 371-4765; (216) 321-0418 (fax)
Email: infomilestones | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.milestones.org
A resource for parents and professionals to assist them in their treatment of individuals on the autism spectrum. The organization provides training in educational strategies and therapeutic techniques.
The Missing Piece LLC
Heather Benner Ohl, M.A.E.
808 Morrison Road
Gahanna, OH 43230
(614) 203-9767
Email: hbenner | at | insight.rr.com
Provides Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) services to families of children and teens with autism spectrum disorders
MLF Speech Therapy
Marilee L. Fini, M.A. CCC/SLP
5911 Blakley Dr.
Highland Heights, OH 44143
(440) 684-1440
Email: mlf_speech | at | yahoo.com
Providing comprehensive evaluation/treatment of children and adults who are affected by communication disorders such as stuttering, language, articulation and voice disorders.
Mobile Mommies LLC
Janel Williams
P O Box 304
Blacklick, OH 43004
(937) 520-5758
Email: info | at | mymobilemommies.com
Web: http://www.mymobilemommies.com
A for-profit business that sets up temporary childcare at event locations for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old.
M.O.D.E.L. Community School-Bryan
Bonnie Kelly
218 W. High st.
Bryan, OH 43506
(419) 633-0718
Email: bonniekelly-path | at | lycos.com
We are a public school for students 5-21 with Autism and related disorders. we are ABA (applied behavior analysis) based-Verbal behavior. Call for more info.
Motor-vations Therapy Services
Owner: Kellie Shurden, MPT
1670 Akron Peninsula Road #201
Akron, OH 44313
(330) 752-4370; (330) 475-0504 (fax)
Email: services | at | spidertherapy.com
Web: http://www.motorvations.org
Physical, Occupational, Speech Language Therapy services for children & adults w/varying diagnoses. Specializing in Spider Therapy, Augmentative & Assistive Communication, Sensory Integration Therapy, Alternative School Assessments & Neurological Rehabilitation.
Movement Matters LLC
Jon Martinez
P.O. Box 49
Antwerp, OH 45813
(419) 506-1262
Email: jon | at | yourmovementmatters.com
Web: http://www.yourmovementmatters.com
The Anat Baniel Method for Children uses gentle innovative techniques to access the brain’s ability to learn movement, thought, and feeling.
Music Therapy Services, LLC
Mimi Sinclair, MM, MT-BC
8447 Beechmont Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45255
(513) 474-6064
Email: msinclair | at | music-therapy-cincinnati.com
Web: http://www.music-therapy-cincinnati.com
Providing individual and small group therapy for children and adults with disabilities; Consult and contract services to Greater Cincinnati schools; Autism Scholarship Provider.
NAMI Ohio
747 E. Broad Street
Columbus, OH 43205
(614) 224-2700; (800) 686-2646
Email: amiohio | at | amiohio.org
Web: http://namiohio.org
NAMI – Lake County
5930 Heisley Road
Mentor, OH 44060
(440) 639-1200; (440) 354-5808 (fax)
Email: cjazbec | at | neighboring.org
Nationwide Children’s Hospital – Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Melissa Lawrence
187 W. Schrock Rd.
Westerville, OH 43081
(614) 355-8315; (614) 355-8361 (fax)
Email: autismresourcecoordinator | at | nationwidechildrens.org
Nicholas School
Amy Simindinger
1306 Garbry Road
Piqua, OH 45356
(937) 773-6979; (937) 778-2561 (fax)
Email: nicholasschool | at | woh.rr.com
Web: http://www.rcnd.org
Nicholas School is a K-8 non public school serving children with various learning diabilities and developmental delays.
Paul A. Nidich, J.D., LL.M.
4555 Lake Forest Drive, Suite 365
Cincinnati, OH 45242
(513) 563-1595; (513) 563-9097 (fax)
Web: www.paulnidich.com
I am an attorney and father of a child with a disability. I do Supplemental Needs trusts, guardianships, and Powers of Attorney for Health Care and Living Wills.
Nisonger Center
Ohio State University
1581 Dodd Drive
Columbus, OH 43210
(614) 292-2390
North Coast Tutoring Services, Inc.
Carole Richards, Exec. Dir.
31300 Solon Road, Suite One
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 914-0200; (440) 542-1504 (fax)
Email: caroler | at | northcoasted.com
Web: http://www.northcoasted.com
NCTS provides in-home tutoring in all subjects, all grades in Northeast Ohio area. Our specialty is is solving education challenges for children with learning differences — ADD, ADHD, Dyslexia, Asperger’s Syndrome, and others.
Northeast Ohio Parent Mentors
Teresa Karsnak
15650 Pearl Rd.
Strongsville, OH 44136
(440) 572-6593
Email: karsnak | at | strongnet.org
Web: http://thelinkto.org/parentmentor
NEOhio Parent mentors(parents of special needs children) provide FREE support and resources to guide families through the special education process in Cuyahoga/Lake counties.
Office for Exceptional Children
25 S. Front Street, 2nd Floor
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 752-5070
Web: http://www.ode.state.oh.us/exceptional_children/
Office of Children’s Services and Prevention
Department of Mental Health
30 East Broad Street, 8th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-3430
(614) 466-1984
Web: http://www.state.oh.us/
Ohio Brain Injury Association
1335 Dublin Road, Suite 217D
Columbus, OH 43215-1000
(614) 481-7100; (800) 686-9563 (In OH)
Email: help | at | biaoh.org
Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI)
470 Glenmont Ave
Columbus, OH 43214
(614) 410-0321; (614) 262-1070 (fax)
Web: http://www.ocali.org
OCALI’s mission is to build state- and system-wide capacity to improve their outcomes through leadership, training and professional development, technical assistance, collaboration, and technology.
The Ohio Center for Deafblind Education
4807 Evanswood Drive, Suite 300
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 785-1163
Pattie Stechschulte, Family Information Specialist
Email: pstechschulte | at | ssco.org
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD)
Bank One Building 165 West Center St., Suite 302
Marion, OH 433023741
(740) 382-5452; (800) 374-2806
Email: ocecd | at | gte.net
Web: http://www.ocecd.org/
Ohio DD Council
8 East Long Street, Atlas Bldg., 12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43215-2931
(614) 466-5205
Email: david.zwyer | at | dmr.state.oh.us
Web: www.state.oh.us/ddc
Ohio Department of Education
25 South Front Street,
Columbus, Ohio 43215-41
(614) 466-3641
Web: http://www.ode.state.oh.us/
Ohio Department of Mental Health
30 East Broad Street, 8th Floor
Columbus, OH 43266-0414
(614) 466-2337
Email: hoganm | at | mhmail.mh.state.oh.us
Web: http://www.mh.state.oh.us/
Ohio Department of MR/DD
1810 Sullivant Ave.
Columbus, OH 43223-1239
(614) 466-5214
Web: www.state.oh.us/dmr
Ohio Family and Children First Initiative
17 S. High Street, Suite 550
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 752-4044
Ohio Federation for Children’s Mental Health
Peter Steele
1101 Summit Road
Cincinnati, OH 45237-2621
(513) 948-3077; (513) 761-6030 (fax)
Email: offcmh1 | at | fuse.net
Web: http://www.ohiofederation.org
An organization formed by parents and family members to offer education and advocacy for children with mental health issues and their families.
Ohio Legal Rights Service
50 W. Broad Street, Suite 1400
Columbus, OH 43215-5923
(614) 466-7264; (614) 644-1888 (fax)
Email: Webmaster | at | olrs.state.oh.us
Web: http://olrs.ohio.gov
Ohio’s protection and advocacy system for people with disabilities.
Ohio Parent Advocacy & Consulting, LLC
Lisa Perez
160 Briarbend Ct.
Powell, OH 43065
(614) 781-7851
Email: lisaperez | at | columbus.rr.com
Web: http://ohioparentadvocacy.com
We provide advocacy services and educational consulting to families of children with learning disabilities.
The Ohio Phoenix
Wallace McClurg
221 Calverts Lane
West Portsmouth, OH 45663
(740) 352-8512
Email: TheOhioPhoenix | at | gmail.com
The Ohio Phoenix an Advocacy, Consulting and Educational service for individuals with special needs. The company’s motto is “A Maverick for My KIDDOS”. Certified as a Surrogate Parent through the Ohio Department of Education. We are your TOP ACE!
Ohio School Psychologists Association (OSPA)
104 Mill Street, Suite F
Gahanna, OH 43230
(614) 939-5980; (614) 939-5982 (fax)
Email: mail | at | ospaonline.org
Web: www.ospaonline.org
We represent the profession dedicated to meeting the mental health needs of children and their families in public schools, and private ones, throughout our state.
Ohio Speech-Language-Hearing Association
P.O. Box 309
Germantown, OH 45327
(800) 866-OSHA
Email: OSLHAoffice | at | aol.com
Ohio State Legal Services Association
555 Buttles Avenue
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 221-7201; (800) 589-5888 (in Ohio only)
Email: info | at | oslsa.org
Web: http://www.ohiolegalservices.org
Southeastern Ohio Legal Services serves low income people in 30 counties from our nine offices. Low income residents of these counties can contact our local legal aid office by calling 1-866-LAW-OHIO (1-866-529-6446).
Ohio Valley ESC Parent Mentor Program
Stacey Curry, Parent Mentor
128 East 8th Street
Cambridge, OH 43725
(740) 439-3558 x 242; (740) 439-0012 (fax)
Email: stacey.curry | at | omeresa.net
Web: http://www.ovesc.k12.oh.us
Helping guide families through the special education process by providing free support and information to parents in Guernsey, Noble and Monroe counties.
ONH Consulting, LLC
Christopher Sabine, MSW
6756 Tarawa Dr.
Cincinnati, OH 45224
(800) 490-5529; (614) 559-3856; (619) 330-2505 (fax)
Email: info | at | onhconsulting.com
Web: http://www.onhconsulting.com
ONH Consulting provides advocacy, support and community referrals to families of children with Optic Nerve Hypoplasia and Septo Optic Dysplasia nationally.
Out of the Box Behavioral Solutions LLC
Liz Grafious
PO Box 19185
Akron, OH 44319
(330) 818-5313
Email: liz | at | ootbbs.com
Web: http://ootbbs.com
We provide a variety of behavioral solutions for children and adults with autism, mental health disorders and developmental disabilities in Ohio.
Parent Mentor Program, Washington County
Tammy Hanger
115 Victory Place
Marietta, OH 45750
(740) 373-6669; (740) 376-5809 (fax)
Email: 84_thanger | at | seovec.org
Web: http://www.seovec.org/parent
The Parent Mentor can help families & school districts by providing support, training, & information services. This is a free service serving Washington County, Ohio.
Parent Mentor Program, Middletown City Schools
Linda McDowell, Parent Mentor
1300 Oxford State Rd
Middletown, OH 45044
(513) 420-4620; (513) 420-4632 (fax)
Email: lmcdowell | at | middletowncityschools.com
Web: http://www.middletownparentmentor.com
The parent mentor program is designed to guide families (children 3-21) through the special education process by providing free support and information to parents.
Parent Mentors of Ohio
JoHannah Ward, Educ. Consultant
Office for Exceptional Children
25 South Front Street, Mail Stop 204
Columbus, OH 43215-4183
(614) 752-1378; (614) 387-0967 (fax)
Email: JoHannah.Ward | at | ode.state.oh.us
Web: http://thelinkto.com/parentmentor/
or
Margaret Burley
Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities
165 West Center Street, Suite 302
Marion, OH 43302-3741
(740) 382-5452; (800) 374-2806 (in Ohio); (740) 383-6421 (fax)
Email: ocecdmb | at | verizon.net
Parent Mentors – Mid Ohio ESC – Richland County
Sally Stigall
890 West 4th Street, Suite 100
Mansfield, OH 44906
(419) 774-5520
Email: stigall.sally | at | moesc.k12.oh.us
We provide help to families of children with disabilities within public schools. (at no cost) IEP’s, 504’s, transition, Q&A, etc.
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
40 Northwoods Boulevard, Suite A
Columbus, OH 43235
(440) 781-6344
Email: oh_office | at | pta.org
Web: http://www.ohiopta.org/
Parent2Parent Support Network
Providence Lutheran Church
8221 Airport Hwy
Holland, OH 43528
(419) 376-1948
Email: parent2parent.sn | at | gmail.com
Parent2Parent is a support network to help parents and educators learn about Dyslexia and other learning disabilities.
Parliament Tutors
David Greenberg
2427 Brentwood Road
Beachwood, OH 44122
(216) 820-0266
Email: cleveland | at | parliamenttutors.com
Web: http://www.ParliamentTutors.com
Parliament Tutors is the nation’s premier private tutoring and test preparation service.
P.A.T.H. Academy for Autism (Parents and Teachers Hand in Hand)
Bonnie Kelly
1229 E. High St.
Bryan, OH 43506
(419) 633-0068; (419) 553-0661
Email: bonniekelly-path | at | lycos.com
Web: http://www.autism-behavior-analyst.com
Full day, Year round, preschool aged program for students with autism. utilizing ABA (Verbal Behavior) approach. High staff to student ratios. Funding through Autism Scholarship Program.
Performance Therapy Group
4986 Gateway Dr.
Medina, OH 44256
(330) 721-4597; (330) 703-0475; (330) 335-0656 (fax)
Email: judiswarm | at | neo.rr.com
We specialize in clinic based therapy, home based therapy, sensory assessments, Autism spectrum, neuro injuries, consultative services, and school therapy. We accept insurances BCMH Medicare.
Parmelee & Parmelee, LLC
Eileen Parmelee
7160 Chagrin Road, #260
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
440-708-0315Email: parmelee.parmelee | at | gmail.com
We are an independent tutoring and educational consulting company for school age children and their parents. P&P specialize in helping parents and students navigate through educational issues based on a combined 70 years of administrative and teaching experience.
Peak Potential Therapy
Natalie Reimann, MA CCC-SLP
8870 Darrow Rd. F106 #289
Twinsburg, OH 44087
(330) 405-8776
Email: contact | at | peakpotentialtherapy.com
Web: http://www.peakpotentialtherapy.com
A private practice offering a range of therapeutic services for children with disabilities, including speech-therapy, in-home respite care, and social skills groups.
Pediatric Therapy Partners
Kay Born, OTR/L, SIPT #1878
640 Enterprise Drive, Suite C
Lewis Center, OH 43035
(614) 433-0132
Email: kay | at | ptpohio.com
Web: http://www.ptpohio.com
Providing Occupational, Speech and Physical Therapy services for children.
Suzanne Penicka, Educational Advocacy & Communication Services, LLC
PO Box 913
Willoughby, OH 44096
(216) 264-6437
Email: sue.penicka | at | gmail.com
Suzanne works to empower parents with knowledge and solid preparation, so they may be able to work more collaboratively with school personnel.
Lynne Z. Petkovic M.Ed.
Education Advocate and Consultant
175 Hickory Lane
Moreland Hills, OH 44022
(440) 247-3426
Email: jpetkovic | at | aol.com
Joyce A. Plummer, Esq.
Attorney-at-Law
1305 Epworth LN
Marblehead, OH 43440
(419) 798-4030
Email: japlummer | at | live.com
General Law Practice & Mediation Services Special Education, Domestic Relations, Dispute Resolution.
Powers Educational Services
Marian Powers
3443 Edwards Rd.
Cincinnati, OH 45208
(513) 871-2579; (513) 608-8843; (513) 871-2449 (fax)
Email: mspowers | at | fuse.net
Diagnostic testing and tutoring are offered. Psychologist, school counselors and certified teachers are on staff.
Powers Educational Services
Mark Powers
3443 Edwards Road
Cincinnati, OH 45208
(513) 871-2579; (513) 871-2449 (fax)
Email: Mspowers | at | fuse.net
Web: http://Powerseducationalservices.com
Multiple factored evaluations, research based academic therapy, ADHD, Dyslexia, Giftedness,1-1 tutoring certified teachers, transcript credit available, help with homeschool.
Prader-Willi Syndrome Association of Ohio
State Office – 1087 Dover Drive
Medina, Ohio 44256
(330) 723-0004
Email: pwsaohio | at | aol.com
Web: http://www.pwsaohio.org
We provide educational and medical packages of information specific to those diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome for parents & professionals, advocacy, meetings, newsletters, social gatherings and PWS Only camps.
Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 through 5
Ohio Dept. of Education
65 South Front Street, Room 309
Columbus, OH 43215-4183
(614) 466-0224
Programs for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps
Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2
Early Intervention Services, Ohio Department of Health
P.O. Box 118, 246 North High Street, 5th Floor
Columbus, OH 43266-0118
(614) 644-8389
Project MORE/Putnam County Ed Service Center
Amy Freeman
124 Putnam Parkway
Ottawa, OH 45875
(419) 523-5951; (419) 523-6126 (fax)
Email: afreeman | at | pm.noacsc.org
Web: http://ohioprojectmore.org
Project MORE, a scientifically based reading research (SBRR) 1:1 volunteer reading mentoring project for students with disabilities has demonstrated statistically significant reading results since 1999. Federal funds now allow Project MORE to work with schools outside Ohio.
Protection and Advocacy Agency/ Client Assistance Program
Ohio Legal Rights Service
Providing A Place
Nancey Jones
211 East Plane Street
Bethel, OH 45106
(513) 734-4271
Email: providingaplace | at | yahoo.com
Providing A Place A Parent Support Group is for parents and grandparents of children with physical or emotional/behavioral issues.
PSI Affiliates, Inc.
Karen L McKelvey
2112 Case Pkwy. So. #10
P.O.Box 468
Twinsburg, OH 44087-0468
(330) 424-8474 Ext.230
Email: karenmckelvey | at | psi-solutions.org
Web: http://psi-solutions.org
Premier Educational & Support Services for Schools: Psychology, Speech, Intervention Specialists, Health, Guidance & Counseling, Professional Development.
Psychological Consultants and Affiliates
Dr. Kelli Sears
60 Messimer Drive
Newark, OH 43055
(740) 616-8616; (740) 522-6230 (fax)
Email: dr.kelli.sears | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.DrKelliSears.com
Exposing, reducing, or eliminating barriers to learning through psycho-educational evaluations, school consultation, guidance through the special education process, and therapeutic services related to academic struggles.
Psychologist
Deborah Gilbert, Ph.D.
P.O. Box 30167
Cincinnati, OH 45230
(513) 253-6273
Email: drdeborahgilbert | at | fuse.net
Assessment, consultation, and intervention: emotional difficulties, learning disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, gifted.
Rays of Hope
Monica Hunnicut
100 South Gay St
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
(740) 326-6748
Email: mraysofhope | at | gmail.com
We are an Autism Intervention Center here is Mount Vernon,Ohio. We are an ABA Based center and focus on your Child’s behaviors and goals.
REACH Autism Program Columbus City Schools
Dr. Mary Salmon
REACH | at | Sullivant Elementary
791 Griggs Avenue
Columbus, OH 43223
(614) 365-6524; (614) 365-6522 (fax)
Email: msalmon4381 | at | columbus.k12.oh.us
A comprehensive instructional program based on best practices for students with autism. Educational environments are designed to foster optimal growth across all developmental domains by capitalizing on students’ strengths while supporting the unique learning and behavior challenges faced by individuals with ASD.
Rehabilitation Center for Neurological Development
Carla Bertke
1306 Garbry Rd.
Piqua, OH 45318
(937) 773-7630; (937) 778-2561 (fax)
Email: carla-bertke | at | woh.rr.com
Web: http://www.rcnd.org
Rehabilitative and educational services for children diagnosed with various brain related conditions. Serving Ohio residents for over 34 years, the Center’s treatment approach is anchored in neurodevelopmental programming.
Rehabilitation Services Commission
400 East Campus View Blvd.
Columbus, OH 43235-4604
(614) 438-1210 (V/TTY)
Web: www.state.oh.us/RSC
Holly Reimann, MA CCC-SLP
8870 Darrow Rd. F106 #289
Twinsburg, OH 44087
(267) 259-6461
Email: info | at | hollyreimannslp.com
Web: http://HollyReimannSLP.com
Holly Reimann, MA CCC-SLP is a private practice offering speech therapy and other services for children with Autism or related disabilites.
Reserve Psychological Consultants, Inc.
Hal E. Wildman, Ph.D.
96 Graham Road, Suite A
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
(330) 929-1326; (330) 929-1327 (fax)
Email: wildmah | at | gmail.com
Child and adolescent therapy; Evaluation/treatment of behavioral concerns, anxiety, fears, obsessions, and depression in children and teens with autism spectrum disorders; social skills training.
St. Rita School for the Deaf
Gregory Ernst, Executive Director
1720 Glendale Milford Rd
Cincinnati State, OH 45215
(513) 771-7600; (513) 326-8264 (fax)
Email: gernst | at | srsdeaf.org
Web: www.srsdeaf.org
Description of Services: Day and residential program for children 6 weeks to 21 years of age. We teach communication for life through sign language, voice, technology, and more.
River of Hope Ranch
Marne Baltes
7565 N. St. Rt. 42, PO Box 744
Waynesville, OH 45068
(937) 728-3397
Email: marne | at | riverofhoperanch.org
Web: http://www.riverofhoperanch.org
Equine-assisted mental health counseling and growth & learning programs for children ages 5-18. Helping children with depression, behavioral difficulties, abuse, trauma and more.
Ruscel Montessori Children’s House Autism Center
Rebecca Victorioso
12200 Upper Fredericktown Road
Mount Vernon, OH 43050
(740) 393-1200; (740) 393-1120 (fax)
Email: drrebeccav | at | gmail.com
Offers intensive educational and behavioral intervention for children with autism utilizing the principles of applied behavioral analysis (ABA)
Judith C. Saltzman, Esq.
Elizabeth A. Jones, Paralegal/Special Education Advocate
Hickman and Lowder Co., LPA
1370 Ontario-Suite 1620
Cleveland OH 44113
(216) 861-0630
Email: info | at | hickman-lowder.com, jsaltzman | at | hickman-lowder.com, bjones | at | hickman-lowder.com
Web: http://www.hickman-lowder.com
Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A., is a unique law firm offering a broad range of legal services to individuals with disabilities and elderly persons, their families, including special education law and advocacy.
Sandy Cay Inc.
Kathleen Ewonus
12143 County Rd. E35
Bryan, OH 43506
(419) 636-6286
Email: sci7 | at | roadrunner.com
Web: http://sandycay.org
Non profit organization that provides for students with special needs. We serve children with communication,cognitive,behavioral and social deficits.
Serenity Farm, Incorporated
Debra DeHoff, Exec. Director
21870 Lemoyne Road
Luckey, OH 43443
(419) 833-1308; (419) 833-2400
Email: ddehoff4 | at | amplex.net
Web: http://www.serenityfarm.org
Therapeutic Riding: increased balance, focus, motivation. Small Animal visits: sensory integration, focus, self esteem. Counseling/learning: increased focus, self esteem, communication, reduces anger.
Shaker Heights School District Parent Mentor
Holly Palda, M.S.S.A., L.I.S.W
15400 South Woodland Avenue
Shaker Heights, OH 44120
(216) 295-4372; (216) 295-4032 (fax)
Email: palda_h | at | shaker.org
Guide families through the special education process by providing information and support at no cost to the family.
ShapeShifters Training & Consulting
19303 State Route 41
Peebles, OH 45660
(937) 901-3283
Email: admin | at | shapeshifterstnc.com
Web: http://www.shapeshifterstnc.com
Training, education, consultation around disabilities; parent advocacy; child abuse awareness and prevention; impacts of poverty, child abuse, and disabilities on child development; child development issues.
Nessa G. Siegel, Esq.
4070 Mayfield Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44121
(216) 291-1300; (216) 291-9622 (fax)
email: nessagsiegel | at | aol.com
website: www.nessasiegel.com
Advocates for disabled children to insure that all will have the opportunity to be educated to their fullest potential. The firm was founded on the principals that legal knowledge empowers parents and that advocating for children and guiding parents through the legal process is a victory.
The Silver Lining Group
Wendy Taylor, Director
2281 Village Mall Drive, Suite 5
Mansfield, OH 44906
(419) 949-4415; (419) 949-4418 (fax)
Email: wtaylor | at | thesilverlininggroup.com
Web: http://www.thesilverlininggroup.com
Center based Applied Behavior Analysis program for children with autism and mental health disorders as well as consulting services, IEP services, and parent/community trainings.
Society for Handicapped Citizens – Arc of Medina
Melanie Kasten-Krause
4283 Paradise Rd
Seville, OH 44273
(330) 722-1900; (330) 225-4202; (330) 723-6695 (fax)
Email: mkast | at | shc-medina.org
Web: http://shc-medina.org
Residential Services, Advocacy, Camp Paradise, Special Olympics, Resource and Toy Center, People Together Disability Awareness Program, Family Mentor Program, Transportation Subsidy
Solon Parent Mentor Program
Donna Boss
33800 Inwood Rd
Solon, OH 44139
(440) 349-8039
Email: dboss | at | solonboe.org
The parent mentor program is designed to guide familes through the special education process by providng support and information at no cost to parents.
Spec. Ed. Parent Mentors
Karen Ryan/Jennifer Sims
Columbus Public Schools Special Education
2571 Neil Ave
Columbus, OH 43202
(614) 365-5219; (614) 365-6718 (fax)
Email: kryan5161 | at | columbus.k12.oh.us
Parent Mentors help parents navigate the special education process successfully. We can assist parents in the development of their child’s IEP. Parent Mentors may attend MFE and IEP meetings as a support to parents.
Spec Edu Konnections, LLC.
Cindy L. Slavens, BS
Paraprofessional/Consultant
1413 Andrew Ave.
Salem, OH 44460
(330) 332-2860
Email: cslavens | at | neo.rr.com
Consulting services, advocacy, power points presentations, and researching for resources for parents.
Special Education Advocacy and Consultation Services
Dr. Thomas Yacks, Ph.D.
7527 Lawyer Rd.
Cincinnati, Ohio 45244
(513) 289-4327
Email: DrThomasYacks | at | aol.com
website: www.specialeducationconsultants.com
SpEACS combines education, training and practical experiences with knowledge of school operations to assist parents in navigating effectively through the educational process.
*Special Education Services (SES)
27900 Euclid Ave, Suite 210
Cleveland, OH 44132
(216) 289-4332; (216) 289-9091 (fax)
Email: bjones | at | idealaw.org
Web: http://idealaw.org
Aimee Gilman, Anne Brigha, Beth Jones, adn Pat Parker. Advocacy services for income eligible families. Presentation of seminars to educate parents and professionals on topics related to special education issues.
Special Navigator For Special Families Needs
Help Hotline Crisis Center Inc
P.O. Box 46
Youngstown, OH 44501-0046
(330) 747-KIDS; (330) 746-3042 (fax)
Email: ppetras | at | helphotline.org
Web: http://www.HelpHotline.org
Help Hotline Crisis Center Inc. offers free guidance to families with children that have special needs, from birth to age 21, in Mahoning County, Ohio. A Parent/Family Specialist assists families in locating services, programs and information that they may need.
Special Needs Resource Directory
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center
3333 Burnet Ave. MLC 9012
Cincinnati, OH 45229
(513) 636-1970; (513) 636-7151 (fax)
Email: ava.fried | at | cchmc.org
Web: http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/svc/alpha/c/special-needs/resources/
The Special Needs Resource Directory is a comprehensive accumulation of resources for Southwest Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana, as well as national and international website links.
Spectrum Psychological Associates, Inc.
Hal E. Wildman, Ph.D.
6700 Beta Drive, Suite 301
Mayfield Village, OH 44143
(440) 446-9696; (440) 449-1435 (fax)
Email: hwildman | at | spectrum-psych.com
Web: http://www.spectrum-psych.com
Evaluation of children and teens with suspected autism or Asperger’s disorder; social skills training; groups for parents of children with autism/Asperger’s/developmental delays.
Star Therapy & Sales Corp.
Dina Pruszynski
8245 Peck Road
Ravenna, OH 44266
and
4707 Mill Street
Mantua, OH 44255
(330) 221-7634; (330) 296-8025 (fax)
Email: startherapyandsales | at | gmail.com
Web: http://www.startherapyandsales.com
Providing occupational therapy for children of all ages. Treatment provided at our affiliate clinic, schools and in their home. Servicing Portage, Geauga and Summit Counties.
The Starfish Academy, for Exceptional Children llc
Mitra M.K. Roberts
7060 Cheyenne Way
Mason, OH 45040
(513) 398-8332; (513) 678-6858 (fax)
Email: mitra | at | thestarfishacademy.com
Web: http://www.thestarfishacademy.com
The Starfish Academy is a therapeutic learning center; offering skills groups, extended care, special education advocacy, and tutoring for children with developmental disabilities.
STARFISH Advocacy Association
3341 Warrensville Center Road
Shaker Heights, OH 44122
(216) 283-2377; (216) 283-5019 (fax)
Email: starfish | at | starfishadvocacy.org
Web: http://www.starfishadvocacy.org
STARFISH Advocacy Association (SAA) makes a difference in the lives of children with neurological disorders and their families one child at a time by creating opportunities for joy through learning and sharing information, resources and support within the community.
State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
Ohio DD Planning Council
Department of MR/DD
8 East Long Street Atlas Bldg., 12th Floor
Columbus, OH 43266-0415
(614) 466-5205
State Education Agency Rural Representative
Division of Special Education, Dept. of Education
933 High Street
Worthington, OH 43085
(614) 466-2650
State Support Team Region 1
Sue Zake, Ph.D.
2275 Collingwood Boulevard, Suite C
Toledo, OH 43620
(419) 720-8999; (800) 346-8495; (419) 720-8998 (fax)
Email: info | at | sstr1.org
Web: http://www.sstr1.org
The State Support Team Region 1 provides support in school improvement, special education and compliance, literacy, and early learning and school readiness to close the achievement gap.
State Support Team Region 7
1495 West Longview Ave., Suite 200
Mansfield, OH 44906
(419) 747-4808; (419) 747-3806 (fax)
Email: kkandel | at | ncoesc.org
Web: http://www.ncoesc.org/
The State Support Team Region 7 is part of the Ohio Department of Education’s regional system of service delivery, and is one of 16 across the state.
State Support Team Region 13
Sue Bitsko
HCESC
11083 Hamilton Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45231
(513) 674-4261
Email: sue.bitsko | at | hcesc.org
Web: http://www.sst13.org
State Support Team 13 offers training and individual consultation to families of students with disabilities, at no charge. These services address all topics related to special education and other disability issues.
State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
Rehabilitation Services Commission
Stepping Stones Mental Health
An Educational Consulting Service
Susan Mikolic, R.N., President
34057 Glen Drive
Eastlake, OH 44095-2605
(216) 513-6098; (440) 953-2377 (fax)
Email: smikolic | at | steppingstonesmentalhealth.com
Web: www.steppingstonesmentalhealth.com
Consulting services for educators and families that support and promote the academic success of kids with emotional disturbances. Services include workshops, seminars, and private consultations.
STEPS Behavioral Consulting and Tutoring Services
Jennifer Might
27302 Maurer Drive
Olmsted Township, OH 44138
(440) 377-0029; (440) 628-5289 (fax)
Email: admin | at | stepsconsulting.org
Web: http://stepsconsulting.org
STEPS provides behavioral consultation and tutoring services to children and teens diagnosed on the autism spectrum. STEPS utilizes principles of ABA, mainly Applied Verbal Behavior, when designing and implementing in-home therapy programs.
Brett E. Stevens, Esq.
Attorney at Law
131 Mission Dr.
Akron, OH 44301
(330) 785-9538
Email: bes17law | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.brettestevens.com
Advocate for students with disabilities through document review and mediation with the school system.
Summit Academy Schools
Nancy Peacock
2791 Mogadore Road
Akron, OH 44312
(330) 670-8470; (330) 784-7505 (fax)
Email: info | at | summitacademies.org
Web: http://www.summitacademies.com
Summit Academy Community Schools are non-profit, FREE public community schools for children with Asperger’s Syndrome, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and related disorders.
S.U.P.E.R. Learning Center
Lyn Goodwin
1584 Wilson Ave.
Lakemore, OH 44250
(330) 899-4119
Email: mrs.goodwin | at | brainchangers.com
Web: http://www.superlc.com
Ohio’s Leading Cognitive Developmental Center, Autism and Prader-Willi School. Heroics Happen Here -They happen every day at S.U.P.E.R. Learning Center. Transforming Learning Disabilities Into Heroic Abilities
Tourette Syndrome Association of Ohio
P.O. Box 10702
Columbus, OH 43201
(800) 543-2675 (in OH)
Email: ljordan | at | tsaohio.org
Web: http://www.tsaohio.org/
Robyn A. Traywick J.D., R.N.
45 West Franklin Street
Bellbrook, OH 45305
(937) 848-2698; (937) 848-2144 (fax)
Email: robyntraywick | at | earthlink.net
Legal practice focusing on education and disability law, as well as civil rights. Provide a full continuum of services Mediation, Due Process, State and Federal Court litigation. Initially started out as a parent of a disabled child.
The Tutoring Center – Pepper Pike
Rhoda Konigsberg
30659 Pinetree Road
Pepper Pike, OH 44124
(216) 292-4357; (216) 292-4359 (fax)
Email: PepperPikeOH | at | tutoringcenter.com
Web: http://www.tutoringcenter.com
Using our research-based Rotational Approach to Learning, our students rapidly gain academic skills in reading, writing and math, while also improving focus and concentration.
U-R-Able
Carolyn Mastropieri, MHS,OTR/L
Paul Mastropieri, ATS
18105 Harvest Drive
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023
(216) 440-0177; (440) 543-3176
Email: mastropieri1 | at | aol.com
We offer high quality, affordable assistive technology services including custom wheelchair seating modifications. We also adapt classroom environments/school furniture to meet individual student needs. 25 yrs combined experience!
The United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation
Bill Hodges, Chapter President
P.O. Box 39416
Solon, OH 44139
(330) 929-4430
Email: OHChapter | at | umdf.org
Web: http://www.umdf.org
“To promote research and education for the diagnosis, treatment and cure of mitochondrial disorders and to provide support to affected individuals and families.”
United Way Family Information Network of NW Ohio
Diane M. Frazee, Director
One Stranahan Square, Suite 160
Toledo, OH 43604
(419) 254-4645; (419) 254-4644; (419) 246-4614 (fax)
Email: diane.frazee | at | unitedwaytoledo.org
Web: http://www.unitedwaytoledo.org/FIN
United Way Family Information Network of NW Ohio is a parent network that offers support through information, referral, and mentoring to families of children with diasabilities.
University Affiliated Cincinnati Center for Developmental Disorders
Pavilion Building
3333 Burnet Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45229-3039
(513) 636-8383
Email: oppes0 | at | chmcc.org
Web:http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/svc/alpha/d/disabilities/default.htm
VSA (Very Special Arts) arts of Ohio
77 South High Street, 2nd Floor
Riffe Center for Government and the Arts
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 241-5325
Email: info | at | vsao.org
Web: http://www.vsao.org/
Casey Warner
Independent Advocate/Parent Mentor/Resource Specialist
767 College Avenue
Bexley, OH 43209
(614) 237-0930 (phone/fax); (614) 893-5680 (cell)
Email: warnercasey | at | msn.com
Web: http://groups.msn.com/havingfunwithautism
I offer a wide range of services. From advocacy, to parent mentoring, resources for respite, therapists, centers, therapies, consultants. Please inquire for detailed description.
Benjamin Weisbuch Esq.
Attorney at Law
175 South Third Street, Suite 220
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 356-8400; (866) 631-9996 (fax)
Email: bweisbuch | at | hwxlaw.com
Web: http://hwxlaw.com
Our firm was founded on the notion that every child deserves a voice. We offer full legal services including Due Process, Expulsion hearings, Juvenile Court matters, IEP/ETR consultations and School Bullying issues.
Carla Zeiter Autism/ABA Consultant
PO Box 350932
Toledo, OH 43635
(419) 467-7619
Email: cgzeiter | at | yahoo.com
Web: http://www.carlazeiteraba.com
Specializing in In-Home ABA Programs for Children with Autism & Other Related Disorders in Northwest Ohio & Southeast Michigan.