Your One-Stop Source for Birmingham's Kids with Special Needs
Published: August 30, 2016
By: Carol Muse Evans
Following is an abbreviated list of resources and services, both local and national, made available to Alabama residents who have children with special needs. There are a number of services offered throughout the state for parents with children with disabilities, from inclusive school care programs to music and sports teams and classes.
If you know of an organization or service that should be included in the next special needs directory online in THE GUIDE 2017 (January), or the March 2016 special needs issue, please e-mail editor@birminghamparent.com or fax to 205-987-7600 for updating in the next directory.
Be sure to check out the advertisers that made this directory/issue possible. They are in color blocks below.
INFORMATION
Ady’s Army
Adysarmy.org,
404-957-0090
Serving God by serving special needs families.
Alabama Association for Parents of Children with Visual Impairments
205-422-5826
Provides educational, social and recreational opportunities for families with children who are blind or have low vision, including children with multiple disabilities.
Alabama Council for
Developmental Disabilities
334-242-3973 or 800-232-2158
Provides educational resources for individuals with special needs and their families.
Alabama Disabilities
Advocacy Program (ADAP)
800-826-1675
205-348-4928
Provides free legal services for disabled individuals who qualify.
American Heart Association/American Stroke Association
205-510-1500 Birmingham
Autism Society of Alabama
877-428-8476 or 205-383-1674
The Autism Society of Alabama is a nonprofit advocacy group with the mission of improving services for those on the Autism
Birmingham Anxiety and Trauma Therapy
http://www.anxietyandtraumatherapybirmingham.com
205-807-5372,
We support families with special needs by providing parent training and behavioral & individual treatment plans for autism, developmental disorders and neurocognitive disorders.
Birmingham Collat Jewish Family Services
205-879-3438
Confidential counseling and social service support for individuals and families experiencing challenges in coping with some aspect or situation in their life.
Regional Poison Control Center
http://www.childresnal.org/rpcc
800-222-1222
A fully accredited poison center by the American Association of Poison Control Centers, providing 24/7, toll-free access to life-saving information.
Disability Rights and Resources (Jefferson, Shelby, St. Clair, Walker and Blount counties)
205-251-2223
Empower individuals with disabilities to fully participate in the community.
Parent Connection Network of Alabama
http://www.rehab.alabama.gov/crs
800-441-7607 or 334-293-7500
A statewide network of families who have children with special health care needs or disabilities and who are willing to share their experiences with other families.
United Way of Central Alabama – Information and Referral Center
205-251-5131
A community resource directory of services in Shelby, Jefferson, Walker, Blount and St. Clair counties.
CHILDCARE/DAYCARE
Childcare Resources, Birmingham
205-945-0018 or 800-822-2734
Assists parents with children with special needs in locating childcare and information.
Kulture City
http://www.kulturecity.org
Started in Birmingham to help all children/people with autism be accepted, included and fulfill their potential.
United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Birmingham – Hand in Hand Early Learning Program
http://www.ucpbham.com/our-programs/hand-in-hand
205-944-3939
A learning program for children 6 weeks through age 4 for children with and without disabilities to maximize each child’s intellectual, physical and emotional health.
Shades Mountain Baptist Church Hand in Hand Ministry
http://www.shades.org/ministries/special-needs
205-822-1670
A ministry providing assistance to special needs children, adults and the elderly.
EDUCATION
Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind
256-761-3660
Alabama Parent Education Center
lbarnes@alabamaparentcenter.com
http://www.alabamaparentcenter.com
334-567-2252,
A nonprofit 501c3 dedicated to improving parental involvement and engagement. APEC provides training, information, support to improve the quality of parental involvement in AL families, schools and communities.
Community Outreach Special Education PTA
The Community Outreach Special Education Parent Teacher Association is a member of the Birmingham Council of PTAs.
Down Syndrome Alabama
http://www.downsyndromealabama.org
205-988-0810
Promotes awareness, acceptable and advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome of all ages, their families, educators, health professionals, service providers and community.
Epilepsy Foundation of Alabama
251-371-0170,
Provides FREE support services to persons with epilepsy and their families.
Family Voices of Alabama
877-771-3862,
The state affiliate of Family Voices, a national grassroots network of families, friends and professional partners who care about children and youth with special health care needs.
The Horizons School
205-322-6606
The Horizons School is a post-secondary program that teaches independent living, social and career skills to young adults, ages 18-26, with learning disabilities.
Jefferson County Child Development Council Inc.
HeadStart/Early HeadStart
205-379-6067,
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes
http://lindamoodbell.com/location/birmingham-alabama-learning-center
205-870-4181,
PAL – Alabama’s Parenting Assistance Line
866-962-3030
Provides helpful assistance to moms, dads, grandparents, and relatives whose children are age birth through adolescence.
Southeastern Diabetes Education Services
http://www.southeasterndiabetes.org
205-402-0415,
Spring Valley School
http://www.springvalleyschool.org
205-423-8660,
Spring Valley School’s mission is educating students with learning differences, such as dyslexia and ADHD. Serving students from all areas of Jefferson and Shelby counties.
VSA Arts of Alabama
205-307-6300 ext. 3
A statewide, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing opportunities in the arts for people with chronic illnesses and disabilities.
FINANCIAL/INSURANCE/LEGAL
Alabama Child Caring Foundation
http://jeffersoncountychildren.org/resourceDirectory/?companyID=4
205-220-5929
Alabama Family Trust
dmarshall@alabamafamilytrust.com
http://www.alabamafamilytrust.com
205-313-3915,
A nonprofit special needs trust that holds and administers money for the disabled so they are able to become eligible and maintain government benefits for which they would otherwise be financially ineligible.
AllKids
800-252-1818
Provides insurance for eligible children younger than 19.
Bradford & Holliman, LLC
http://www.bradfordholliman.com
205-663-0281
Estate and long-term care planning for young families, blended families, the disabled, empty nesters & the elderly.
Easter Seals – Medical Assistance Grant
http://www.eastersealsbham.org
205-942-6277
Assists in paying for medical requirements of children and adults who have disabilities, and those unable to provide for their own needs.
Medicaid of Alabama
http://www.medicaid.alabama.gov
800-362-1504
Special Needs Alliance
Katherine Barr, Sirote and Permutt
kbarr@sirote.com
205-930-45147
A nationwide educational organization for attorneys with advanced knowledge & experience in laws affecting persons with disabilities. Barr is Alabama’s first attorney selected for membership.
HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
4 Paws for Ability
http://www.4pawsforability.org
937-374-0385
Service dogs (including seizure dogs, autism dogs, hearing dogs, and others) are made available to help increase community acceptance and participation of people with disabilities.
The Adolescent Health Center at Children’s of Alabama
205-638-9231
Provides specialized medical care for teenagers. Services include primary care, nutrition, long-activing reversible contraception and eating disorder clinics.
Alabama Head Injury Foundation
http://www.ahif.org
205-823-3818
Alabama Pediatric Therapy Services LLC
http://www.alpediatrictherapy.com
205-274-2244,
Alabama Pediatric Therapy Services LLC is a specialized outpatient clinic providing occupational and speech therapy to children with special needs.
Alabama Relay Center
800-676-3777
Communication systems for the visually impaired and hearing impaired
ARC
http://www.thearcofalabama.org
866-243-9557
The Arc of Alabama, Inc. is a statewide volunteer membership organization which advocates for people with cognitive, intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
The Arc of Jefferson County
205-856-2912
The Arc of Shelby County
http://www.thearcofshelby.org
205-664-9313
Provides support and services that empower individuals with developmental disabilities and delays and their families throughout their lifespan to live happy, successful and productive lives.
The Bell Center for Early Intervention Programs
205-879-3417
Provides early intervention services including physical, occupational and speech therapies and early childhood special education to children 3 and younger with special needs.
Brookwood Baptist Health Primary Care
http://www.bbhcarenetwork.com
205-877-2726
Brookwood Baptist Health Primary Care is an extension of the Brookwood Baptist Health physician family, caring for patients in locations all over town – and backed by the resources of Brookwood Baptist Health.. Let our Family Care for Yours.
Capstone Medical Resources, LLC
205-305-6018
Licensed Clinical Psychologist & Team providing psychological evaluations and therapeutic services for children and adults, speech therapy, ADHD testing, court evaluations and co-parenting classes. Six locations.
The Charity League Hearing & Speech Center
http://www.childresnal.org/hearingandspeech
205-638-9149
Provides speech and audiology services to patients having or suspected of having any of the communication or hearing disorders possible in the pediatric population.
Child-Adolescent Partners, LLC
http://www.childadolescentpartners.com
205-991-7226,
Provides evidence-based professional counseling services to children, adolescents and adults throughout central Alabama.
Child’s Play Therapy Center LLC
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services
http://www.childsplaytherapycenter.com
205-978-9939
Occupational, physical, speech and music therapy, along with academic tutoring. Experienced loving staff and facility just for kids.
Children’s of Alabama
205-638-9100
Children’s of Alabama has provided specialized medical care for ill and injured children since 1911, offering inpatient, outpatient, and primary care services throughout Alabama.
Children’s of Alabama Physical Therapy & Occupational Therapy Department
Hospital: 205-638-9645
Clinic: 205-638-6289
Provides hospital and outpatient therapy services for children to support development, movement, play and daily activities.
Children’s Rehabilitation Service
205-290-4550,
Children’s Rehabilitation Service is a statewide organization of professionals providing quality medical, rehabilitative, coordination and support services for children with special health care needs and their families.
CHIPS Center (Children’s Hospital Intervention and Prevention Services)
http://www.childresnal.org/CHIPS
205-638-2751
Provides free services to children and families affected by child abuse. Services include non-emergent medical examinations, counseling and prevention education.
Disability Determination Services
205-989-2100
Easter Seals Pediatric Therapy
http://www.eastersealsbham.org
205-621-6503
Provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy to children with special needs ages birth to 21 regardless of ability to pay for services.
Focal Point – Child’sPlay Therapy Center
http://www.childsplaytherapycenter.com
205-968-4157,
Focal Point is a program developed to specifically target improved processing, organizational and attention skills for children with ADD or ADHD utilizing cutting edge technologies.
Full Life Ahead
205-439-6534, 866-700-2026
Empowers the person with a disability to live as independently as possible.
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Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition
Children’s of Alabama
http://www.childrensal.org
Provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary evaluation and management of all pediatric gastrointestinal, live and nutritional problems.
Glenwood, Inc.
205-969-2880 or 877-295-8425
Glenwood was created for the purpose of educating and treating individuals diagnosed with autism, emotional disturbances and mental illnesses.
Hands, LLC
205-733-0976
Services include one-on-one behavior based therapy for children 2 to 18, social skills groups, workshops and support groups.
Lakeshore Foundation
205-313-7400
A nonprofit organization that serves individuals with physical disabilities through sport, aquatics, recreation, therapeutic exercise and research. Scholarships available to qualified applicants.
Medical Autism Clinic and the Developmental Medicine Clinic
Children’s of Alabama
http://www.childrensal.org
MAC serves children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The clinic assists a child’s doctor by offering a variety of special evaluations with special attention in certain areas that may be affected by autism.
Milestones Behavior Group, Inc.
205.253.6903
Milestones Behavior Group, INC provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and speech & language services to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental and communication disorders. SEE OUR AD ON PAGE 25.
Mitchell’s Place
http://www.mitchells-place.com
205-957-0294
Comprehensive treatment center for children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Newborn Follow-Up Clinic
Children’s of Alabama
http://www.childrensal.org
Provides follow up care to children that were born with an extremely low birth weight, at less than 29 weeks , have required major cardiac surgery, been on ECMO or cooling therapy.
Patient Health & Safety Information
Children’s of Alabama
http://www.childrensal.org
A resource for patient families and the community, also providing community classes.
Pediatric Therapy Associates, Inc.
205-823-1215
Programs focus on specialized individual physical and occupational therapy services.
Precision Chiropractic
http://www.precisionchiro-al.com
205-988-9848,
Dr. Marty Lovvorn of Precision Chiropractic specializes in the Gonstead technique which is the most scientific and specific chiropractic adjustment in the world today.
Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Dept.
Children’s of Alabama
Provides hospital and outpatient therapy services for children to support development, movement, play and daily activities.
Regional Poison Control Center
Children’s of Alabama
800-222-1222
Free confidential medical advice 24 hours a day.
Seraaj Family Homes, Inc.
(205) 942-7516
Seraaj Family Homes, Inc. is a nationally accredited child-placing agency. Become a Foster or an Adoptive Parent for a child with Therapeutic or Special Needs!
The UAB Division of Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine at Children’s of Alabama
205-638-9790
Treats children with conditions affecting development and function, trains tomorrow’s healthcare professionals and performs research to improve the lives of children with disabilities.
Thrive Behavioral Services
http://www.thrivebehavioralservices.com
205-222-0965,
Behavioral services for children diagnosed with Autism and/or other developmental disabilities.
UCP of Birmingham Life Without Limits Clinic
205-944-3944,
We provide innovative services connecting people with disabilities to their communities and empowering individuals to live full and meaningful lives. UCPGB envisions a world where disability is neither defining nor limiting.
University of Alabama at Birmingham – Civitan International Research Center, Sparks Clinics
205-934-8900 or 800-822-2472
Provides an extensive range of interdisciplinary clinics offering comprehensive diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of the needs of children and adults.
University of Montevallo – Speech and Hearing Center
205-665-6720
Assists children with communicative problems in obtaining diagnostic and therapeutic services; training of students majoring in speech language pathology.
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
334-293-7500 or 800-441-7607
RECREATION
Adaptive Aquatics
http://www.adaptiveaquatics.org
205-807-7519
Provides opportunities for people to learn to water ski, no matter what their limitations.
Bethany’s Kids/Camp McDowell
http://www.campmcdowell.com
Bethany’s Kids is a 3-night inclusion camp at Camp McDowell for kids with & without disabilities.
Birmingham Dance Theatre
http://www.bdtdance.comn
205-822-3012,
BDT knows the importance of making dance accessible to all, especially our special needs children.
CAMP ASCCA – Easter Seals – Alabama’s Special Camp for Children and Adults
256-825-9226
Easter Seals Camp for children and adults with special needs.
Camp WheezeAway
http://www.campchandler.org, click on Camp WheezeAway
334-799-3449
A free camp for children ages 8-12 with moderate