Following is an abbreviated list of local resources and services in this issue of Birmingham Parent for Alabama kids 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. You can read an even more complete list that includes more government services and other businesses at http://birminghamparent.com/article/birmingham-parents-2018-special-needs-directory/.
If you know of an organization or service that should be included in our online special needs directory, please contact us at editor@birminghamaparent.com or fax to 205-624-2415. The resources here have helped make this directory and issue of Birmingham Parent possible.
Alabama Department of Public Health
Promotes, protects and improves the health of individuals and communities of Alabama.
Alabama Family Trust
205-313-3915
A nonprofit special needs trust that holds and administers money for children and adults with disabilities, including the elderly in nursing homes to help become eligible and maintain government benefits such as Medicaid and SSI.
Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind
256-761-3284
AIDB is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation and service program for individuals of all ages who are deaf, blind, deaf-blind and multi-disabled. Serving nearly 25,000 infants, toddlers, children, and adults in Alabama each year.
AIM PLUS Medical Supplies
Tuscaloosa
866-919-1246
www.aimplusmedicalsupplies.com
AIM Plus Medical Supplies, LLC is a family owned, family operated Alabama business. We offer urinary catheters, bowel management products, diabetic testing, and insulin pump supplies to individuals with special needs. Our products offer the opportunity for a better quality of life. Upon request, FREE catheter samples are sent directly to your home in discreet packaging. Ask if a FREE glucometer is also available for you. All of our products are offered with FREE delivery. Most insurances accepted including Medicaid, Medicare, and Blue Cross. Call one of our friendly customer care representatives at 866-919-1246 today.
Autism Society of Alabama
877-428-8476 or 205-951-1364
The Autism Society of Alabama is a nonprofit advocacy group with the mission of improving services for those on the Autism Spectrum.
BOOST Kids Occupational Therapy & Yoga
205-767-9207
“BOOSTing” children’s function in motor skills, life skills, social skills, and wellness through attentive, family-centered services. Accepting most insurances! #HappyHealthyCalmStrong
Bradford & Holliman, LLC
205-663-0281
Estate and long-term care planning for young families, blended families, the disabled, empty nesters & the elderly.
Brookwood Baptist Health
Four locations in Central Alabama
*Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
*Princeton Baptist Medical Center
Birmingham, AL
*Shelby Baptist Medical Center
Alabaster, AL
*Walker Baptist Medical Center
Jasper, AL
With four hospitals delivering throughout central Alabama, access to an entire network of specialists, and countless ways to customize your experience, Brookwood Baptist Health is a community of care dedicated to making your new beginning a happy one.
Child’s Play Therapy Center
Hoover: 205-978-9939
Chelsea: 205-618-8095
Occupational, physical and speech therapy, along with a variety of special programs. Two beautiful, fully-equipped facilities. Our experienced, loving staff will exceed your expectations.
Children’s Aid Society of Alabama-APAC Program
866-803-2722
Considering adoption? APAC recruits, prepares, and supports adoptive families for children in foster care: children ages 5 and older; sibling groups being adopted together; or children with certain physical, cognitive or behavioral challenges.
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.
Easterseals of the Birmingham Area
205-942-6277
Our mission is to create solutions that change the lives of children and adults with disabilities or other special needs and their families.
Griffin Mobility
256-751-1365
Griffin Mobility is your source for wheelchair accessible vehicles, automotive adaptive equipment and home accessibility products. Family owned and operated for over 25 years.
Horizon Medical Healthcare & Spa
205-733-6676
We are an integrative medical practice, combining Family Medicine, Complementary and Alternative therapies, and Spa Medicine in one truly unique practice. What makes Horizon an innovative leader is our holistic and functional approach to health care.
Mitchell’s Place
205-957-0294
Providing comprehensive, research-based, educational, social and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities in a deeply caring environment.
Mobility Central
205-916-0670
Mobility Central employs a team of highly trained and caring medical equipment professionals dedicated to the wellbeing of our patients.
Montgomery Children’s Specialty Center
334-261-3445
www.montgomerychildrenscare.com
A preferred children’s nursing and rehabilitation facility in Montgomery, AL which provides services to children with severe developmental disabilities that require ongoing nursing care.
Pediatric Therapy Associates, Inc.
205-823-1215
Providing outpatient pediatric physical and occupational therapy to children and teenagers with special needs, sports related injuries, medical/pain issues, early intervention and school therapy.
Service Dogs Alabama
334-676-3733
Training medical and psychiatric assistance Service Dogs for disabled children, adults, and Veterans. Assistance Dogs International (ADI) standards for Public Access and task training are met. Diabetic & Seizure Alert, Mobility/Wheelchair Assistance, PTSD, and Autism.
UAB Medical West
205-481-7000
United Ability
205-944-3939
United Ability provides innovative services connecting people with disabilities, of all ages to their communities and empowering individuals to live full and meaningful lives. We envision a world where disability is neither defining nor limiting.