Resources for Families of Children with Special

Resources for Families of Children with Special
Needs in Frederick County, Maryland
Compiled by FCPS Partners for Success--2011
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Assistive Technology……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………2
Day Care for Children with Special Needs………………………………………………………………………………3
Disability Specific………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3
Education/Resources…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5
Financial/Funding………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7
Housing and Supports………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….10
Job Training and Supports…………………………………………………………………………………………………………11
Legal Services (Advocacy)………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12
Medical
Assessments……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….13
Care-Services…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….14
Dental…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..16
Medical Equipment…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….16
Mental Health…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….17
Therapists……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….18
Private Therapy-Physical, Occupational and Speech…………………………………………………20
Respite…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………20
Recreation-Year Round………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..22
Support Groups/ Information…………………………………………………………………………………………………….23
Support Services…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..25
Transportation……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….27
Waivers……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………27
24 Hour Hotlines…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..28
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Assistive Technology
AT:LAST, Inc. (7050 Oakland Mills Rd. Suite 160, Columbia, MD 21046) AT:LAST, Inc.
endeavors to break down the barriers which prevent individuals with disabilities, their
families, and service providers from acquiring and effectively using Assistive Technologies to
gain greater independence. Assistive Technology: Loans, Acquisitions, Services and Training,
Inc., is a non-profit organization that helps persons of all ages and all disabilities reach their
goals through the effective use of assistive technologies.
410-381-2667
www.matcoop.org
Maryland‟s Technology Assistance Program (MD TAP) (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300,
Baltimore, MD, 21202) Maryland’s Technology Assistance Program provides assistive
technology services available to every Maryland resident with a disability, providing tools to
help Marylanders with disabilities and seniors enjoy the same rights and opportunities as
other citizens. The free services include equipment demonstrations, equipment loans, a
device-exchange program, training, and public awareness initiatives. There are two lowinterest financing programs for the purchase of assistive technology and provide access to
cooperative buying discounts on AT purchases. MD TAP is a program of the Maryland
Department of Disabilities and coordinates with two regional offices to deliver these free
AT services to Marylanders across the state.
410-767-3660 or 1-800-637-4113
http://www.mdod.maryland.gov/MTAP%20Home.aspx
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland-No Boundaries Assistive Technology Center
(11350 McCormick Road, Suite 1100, Hunt Valley, MD 21031)
The No Boundaries
Assistive Technology Center provides assessments, therapy, and training for children and
adults with communication and computer access difficulties. Information regarding funding
for Assistive Technology equipment is also provided. Services are offered to individuals
with any type of disability, including cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, learning
disability, and more.
410-484-4540 ext. 2580 or 1-800-451-2452
[email protected]
http://www.ucp.org/ucp_localsub.cfm/81/4629/4641
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Daycare for Children with Special Needs
Locate: Child Care— If your child is 12 years old or younger, project Locate will find at
least one daycare provider in your area willing to serve children with special needs. If your
child is over 12, Project Locate will send you a list of providers to call yourself. A small fee
may be assessed.
410-625-1113 or 1-800-999-0120
http://www.mdchildcare.org/mdcfc/childcare/choose.html
Disability Specific
Communication Service for the Deaf, Inc., (452 Prospect Blvd., Frederick, MD 21701) In
addition to relay and interpreting services, CSD offers nationally-accredited programs for
the deaf, hard of hearing and general community. In Maryland, these programs include:
American Sign Language (ASL)/Deaf Culture Classes; Cross–Cultural, Hearing Loss
Awareness Training & Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Advocacy; and Health Awareness.
TTY: (301) 695-1109 or voice: (301) 696-1550
http://www.c-s-d.org/Maryland/Home.aspx
Connections Beyond Sight and Sound (University of Maryland, 1308 Benjamin Building,
College Park, Maryland 20742)
Connection Beyond Sight and Sound is a partnership
between the Maryland State Department of Education and the University of Maryland,
College Park and serves children who are diagnosed deaf/blind. This project supports
children in their home, school, and community by providing consultation, training and special
programs, technical assistance to children, their families, and care providers.
301-405-5304
http://www.cbss.umd.edu/
Maryland Office for Blindness and Vision Services (2301 Argonne Drive, Baltimore, MD
21218) OBVS includes rehabilitation counselors, rehabilitation technologists, case managers
and rehabilitation teachers with specialized training in issues of importance to people who
are blind, visually impaired or deafblind. They assist people in designing and carrying out
plans for employment or independent living. OBVS also administers the Maryland Business
Enterprise Program for the Blind, which prepares individuals to operate successful vending
and food service operations in public facilities.
410-554-9277 or 866-614-4780
http://www.dors.state.md.us/DORS/programservices/business3/
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Maryland Office of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300,
Baltimore, MD, 21202) ODHH was established in 2001 to provide expertise related to deaf
and hard of hearing issues to Maryland citizens and to facilitate their ability of access
resources and services. This website will provide access to information and resources
related to deaf and hard of hearing individuals in Maryland. ODHH believes that all
Maryland citizens who are deaf or hard of hearing should have equal and full access to
resources, services, and opportunities for participation in all aspects of community life
through the provision of appropriate accommodations.
410-767-6290 Maryland Relay 1-800-735-2258
http://www.odhh.md.gov/
The Maryland School for the Blind (3501 Taylor Ave., Baltimore, MD 21236)35The
Maryland School for the Blind (MSB) is a private, statewide resource center providing
outreach, school and residential programs to children and youth from infancy to age 21 who
are blind or visually impaired including those with multiple disabilities. MSB ensures that
each student's fullest potential is reached and parent and local school system expectations
are exceeded.
410-444-5000
http://www.mdschblind.org/
The Maryland School for the Deaf: The Maryland School for the Deaf provides excellence
in education in a bilingual environment to prepare all students to be contributing citizens.
Provided is a free public education for children from birth through age 21 who are Deaf and
Hard of Hearing, reside in Maryland, and meet the MSD admissions criteria.
Columbia Campus
8169 Old Montgomery Road
Columbia, MD 21044
Contact Numbers:
240-575-2966 (VP)
410-480-4500 (Voice)
410-480-4501 (TTY)
Frederick Campus
101 Clarke Place
Frederick, MD 21705-0250
Contact Numbers:
240-575-2966 (VP)
301-360-2000 (Voice)
301-360-2001 (TTY)
http://www.msd.edu/
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Education/Resources
Family Partnership of Frederick County (8420 Gas House Pike, Ste. EE, Frederick, MD
21701)
A community-based organization that provides family support and assistance to
parents and their children to help them become self-sufficient. Offers parent education
including GED prep, child development, service coordination, home visits, youth services,
health education, and peer support.
301-600-2206
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=55
Frederick County Head Start (401 Sagner Ave., Frederick, MD 21701) Provides low income
families with children from 3-4 years of age a comprehensive preschool program. Also
offers parent education and special services for children with physical or developmental
disabilities.
301-600-1024
www.co.frederick.md.us/head-start
Frederick County Public Schools-Dept. of Special Education--Specially designed
instructions, at no cost to the parents, to meet the unique needs of a child with a disability,
including instruction conducted in the classroom, in the home, or in hospitals. Includes
related services needed to complete the child’s individualized program and can include
speech/language pathology services, occupational therapy, physical therapy, career and
technology education.
301-644-5281
www.fcps.org
FCPS Partners for Success (191 Waverley Dr., Frederick, MD 21702) Partners for Success
is a resource center that provides families, professionals, and the community with
information, training, and support. The purpose of these centers is to provide the skills and
knowledge that will enable families of children with disabilities, ages 3 to 21, and
professionals to function as equal partners in the educational making process and to assist
families in accessing services for their children. Services may include:
Special education resources
Information and referral
Assistance with the IEP
Seminars and workshops
Consultation
Lending Library
Information about local and state parent organizations
Newsletter
Website with tons of current information, go to www.fcps.org, under Academics click on
“Special Education & Psych Services”, on the next screen, click Parent Resources and
Involvement”, information can be found on the right side of the screen.
240-236-8744
Email: [email protected]
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Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee (SECAC) The Special Education Citizens
Advisory Committee (SECAC) is part of a statewide network of advisory committees that
are required by state and federal law. SECACs enable a local director of special education
to seek meaningful input from parents, community partners, service providers, and school
administrators on local issues relative to the provision of a free appropriate public education
and the achievement of students with disabilities. The Frederick County SECAC meets
monthly, September-May, to collaborate with and provide input to the Special Education
Office. Membership includes parents, community representatives, students and FCPS staff.
Meetings are open to the public, and new membership is solicited each year. For more
information contact the Director of Special Education at 301-644-5281.
http://fcps.schoolwires.com/152910112010544517/blank/browse.asp?A=383&BMDRN=2000
&BCOB=0&C=54292
The Maryland Department of Disabilities (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300, Baltimore, MD
21202) The web site provides information on the following subjects: Daily Supports,
Disability Benefits, Education, Employment, Housing, Transportation, and much more. Also
information on specific state programs.
800-637-4113
www.mdod.state.md.us/
Maryland Developmental Disabilities Council (217 Redwood St., Suite 1300, Baltimore, MD
21202) Educates and informs policymakers about issues of importance to people with
developmental disabilities and their families. Focuses on bringing about lasting
improvements in the areas of: education, early intervention, child care, community supports,
employment, transportation, recreation, housing, health, and quality assurance.
800-305-6441
www.md-council.org/
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Frederick County—Provides public education
classes presented by experts in the mental health field and classes such as ―Education
Support: NAMI Basics‖, and ―Family to Family‖.
301-663-9414
www.namifcmd.org
The Parents‟ Place of Maryland (801 Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103, Glen Burnie, MD
21061) The Parents’ Place provides information on special education rights, Individualized
Education Program, access to health care, early childhood services, transitioning from school
to adult services and many other related topics. Information is by telephone, face-to-face
meetings, family workshops, or leadership training series.
410-768-9100
[email protected]
www.ppmd.org
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Partners in Policymaking-- The goal of Partners in Policymaking is to educate participants to
be active partners with those who make policy and develop partnerships that are based on
positive relationships. The Partners program is an e-learning site which gives Partners
participants the opportunity to supplement their learning and increase their knowledge and
understanding of best practices in the disability field, and learn how to communicate
effectively with their elected officials. Five online courses are now available: Partners in
Living, Partners in Time, Partners in Education, Making Your Case, and Partners in
Employment.
http://www.partnersinpolicymaking.com/online.html
Pathfinders for Autism—Pathfinders for Autism is a parent sponsored, non-profit
organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with autism and their families.
Pathfinders provides information, resources, referrals, and training to families and
professionals who serve individuals affected by autism.
410-769-9500 or 866-806-8400
[email protected]
www.pathfindersforautism.org
Financial/Funding
The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703)
The Arc of Frederick County provides resources and training for parents of children with
disabilities on Futures and Estate Planning, which helps parents plan for their child’s needs
and where they will live, when the parents are no longer around to help.
301-663-0909
www.arcfc.org
Catoctin Community Medical Fund Any person residing in the Catoctin High School Feeder
region who is in need of assistance because of a medical situation may apply for funding with
one of the following three screening agencies:
Thurmont Ministerium—301-271-2379
Seton Center—301-447-6102
Religious Coalition—301-631-2670
Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA): The Developmental Disabilities
Administration provides a coordinated service delivery system so that individuals with
developmental disabilities receive appropriate services oriented toward the goal of
integration into the community. These services are provided through a combination of state
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residential centers (providing services to individuals with intellectual disability) and a wide
array of community based services delivered primarily through a network of non-profit
providers. Services are obtained by contacting one of the regional offices of DDA.
Individuals must apply for and be determined eligible for DDA services.
Telephone: (301)791-4670
Maryland Relay: 1-800-735-2258
TOLL FREE: 1-888-791-0193
Address: DDA - Western Maryland Regional Office, 1360 Marshall Street, Hagerstown,
Maryland 21740
Health Grants-The United Healthcare Children’s Foundation is now offering support to meet
the needs of children by providing assistance grants for medical services not fully covered
by health insurance. Parents and caretakers can apply for grants of as much as $5,000 for
services to improve their child’s life, such as speech and physical therapy, psychotherapy,
wheelchairs, and hearing aids. To be eligible, children must be 16 or younger, and families
must meet economic guidelines and already be covered by some type of commercial health
insurance plan. To apply, visit:
www.uhccf.org
Jeremy Foundation:-- Jeremy Foundation, Inc. will be networking with pediatric hospitals to
identify and help children with cancer. We help any child with cancer whose family is able to
demonstrate financial need regardless of socio-economic status prior to diagnosis. The
Jeremy Foundation serves children from birth to age eighteen and their families. The
Jeremy Foundation, Inc. is committed to securing for all families with children receiving
treatments the opportunity to be financially burden free.
Phone (301) 363-8184
11610 Primrose Ct.
Ijamsville, MD 21754
General Information: [email protected]
http://jeremyfoundation.com/
Jill Fox Memorial Fund, Inc.-- The Jill Fox Memorial Fund provides grants to individuals
with unmet medical and healthcare needs not paid for by medical insurance, government
agencies, health associations, community organizations, public or personal resources.
The Jill Fox Memorial Fund, Inc. accepts applications from degreed social workers or
healthcare professionals (RN, Occupational, Speech or Physical Therapist, Physician, Case
Manager, etc.) who advocate on behalf of their clients. Individuals may not submit
applications on their own behalf.
The Jill Fox Memorial Fund, Inc.
101 W. Mt Royal Avenue
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
TEL: 410-727-4828 ext 322 and ext 272
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Web Address: www.jilfoxfund.org
E-Mail: [email protected]
Low Intensity Support Services-the Developmental Administration has contracted with
licensed providers to provide Low Intensity Support Services (LISS), previously known as
Rolling Access. LISS guidelines allow an individual to request up to $3,000 per year, to make
multiple requests throughout the year and across multiple years. The provider for Frederick
County is Penn-Mar Human Services (310 Old Freeland Rd., Freeland MD).
1-877-282-8202
www.penn-mar.org
[email protected]
Monocacy Foundation (620B Research Court, Frederick MD 21703) Grants are awarded once
a year to individuals with a developmental disability that are citizens of Frederick County
Maryland. Priority is given to meet medical, educational, or recreational needs that are not
provided for by other sources. Applications for a grant are normally due in October of each
year.
301-663-8811 ext. 204
http://communitylivinginc.org/monocacyfoundation.html
Social Security and SSI (Supplemental Security Income) Social Security Office (10 North
Jefferson St. Suite 204, Frederick, MD 21701) SSI provides monthly payments for people
who are disabled. Both children and adults can receive SSI but eligibility of children under
18 is determined by the child’s family financial status and only children from families with
low income will be eligible. Everyone who receives SSI also gets Medical Assistance.
301-682-6765, 1-800-772-1213 or TTY 1-800-325-0778
http://www.ssa.gov/ssi/
Teach Autistic Children Today (TACT)-(PO Box 487, Braddock Heights, MD 21714) To
provide financial assistance and other support for children with autism and their families so
they may obtain the necessary therapeutic and educational services required to overcome
the developmental disability of autism.
301-371-7877
www.TeachAutisticChildrenToday.org
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Maryland (5736 Industry Lane, Frederick, MD 21704)
Provides funding for short-term care of individuals with developmental disabilities, in or out
of the home, allowing the family a time of rest and renewal. Provides financial assistance to
families who meet eligibility requirements as established by Maryland’s Dept. of Human
Resources (DHR).
301-663-8700
www.ucp-cm.org
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Housing & Supports
The Arc of Frederick County (620A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) The Arc
provides individually designed support services and collaborates with the community to build
inclusive programs for adults and children with developmental disabilities. Will provide
training in independent living skills that will prepare someone to move into their own home.
Also can supply support services where people are in charge of hiring their own staff.
301-663-0909
www.arcfc.org
Community Living, Inc. (620-B Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) Their mission is to
provide homes and support services throughout the community for persons with
developmental disabilities ranging from semi-independent to those with severe to multiple
disabilities. Have full residential services with homes that have staff on duty with no more
than 3 people in a home, to outreach programs that support individuals who want to live on
their own.
301-663-8811
www.communitylivinginc.org
The Freedom Center, Inc. (Rose Hill Plaza, unit A-20, 1560 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick,
MD 21702) The center provides services and supports to empower people with disabilities
to lead self-directed, independent, and productive lives in a barrier-free community. The
services provided are; Advocacy, Information and Referral, Peer Counseling, and
Independent Living Skills Training. Besides providing services in the four core services, they
also provide an array of independent living services to assist persons with disabilities to
resolve issues surrounding housing, personal assistance services, transportation, education,
accessibility and employment. Services are not limited to age or to specific disability.
301-846-7811
http://thefreedomcenter-md.org/
Way Station, Inc. (230 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21705) Mission is to promote the
health, community integration, and achievement of purposeful goals of children, adolescent,
adults, and families by providing behavioral health and employment services. Housing units
and rehabilitation services dedicated to residents with serious mental illness which includes
housing for transition age youth (ages 18-24) which is designed to teach independent living
skills in a supportive environment.
301-662-0099
www.waystationinc.org
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Independent Housing:
Homeownership for Individuals with Disabilities Programhttp://www.dhcd.state.md.us/Website/programs/hidp/Default.aspx
Frederick County‟s Housing Choice Voucher-(520 N. Market St. Frederick, MD 21701)
Provides rental assistance to eligible low-income households to enable them to afford
housing in the private rental market.
310-600-6091
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=463
Frederick County Housing and Community Development (520 N. Market St., Frederick, MD
21701) With the guidance of the Affordable Housing Council, the Frederick County
Department of Housing and Community Development is committed to providing a full range of
safe and affordable housing choices for Frederick County Residents, with an emphasis on
serving low to moderate income and special needs populations.
301-600-6091
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=57
Job Training and Supports
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) (100 E. Saints St., Room 201, Frederick, MD
21701) DORS is a state government agency that pays for job training, work-related
equipment, and other services for people with disabilities. Individuals need to schedule an
interview with a DORS representative to open a case, for students with an Individualized
Educational Program this should be done for the students IEP meeting when they turn 14
years old. DORS can write up an employment plan with the individual, which may include job
training, education, job seeking, transportation, etc.
301-600-3075
www.dors.state.md.us/dors
[email protected]
Several Agencies can test an individual’s work skills, train her/him for various jobs, and help
her/him find a job. The individual must first open a case with DORS (see above), because
DORS is usually the only resource to pay for these services.
Abilities Network Epilepsy Association ((5104 Pegasus Court, suite E, Frederick, MD
21704)
301-695-9505
1-800-394-9504
www.abilitiesnetwork.org
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The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703)
663-0909, ext. 26
www.arcfc.org
Family Service Foundation (205-A Broadway Street, Frederick, MD 21701)
301-694-7828
http://www.fsfinc.org/
Goodwill Industries (400 East Church St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-662-0622
http://www.gimv.org/
Jeanne Bussard Center (555 South Market St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-663-9588
http://jeannebussard.org/
The Scott Key Center (1050 Rocky Springs Rd., Frederick, MD 21702)
301-600-1600
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=2501
United Cerebral Palsy (5736 Industry Lane, Frederick, MD 21704)
301-663-8700
http://www.ucp.org/ucp
Way Station (230 West Patrick St., P.O. Box 3826 Frederick, MD 21705)
301-662-0099
http://www.waystationinc.org/
Legal Services (Advocacy)
Legal Aid Bureau (22 S. Market St. Suite 11, Frederick, MD 21701) Providing free civil
legal services in Maryland for low-income people, children and the elderly.
301-694-7414
800-679-8813
http://www.mdlab.org/
Maryland Disability Law Center, Inc. (MDLC) (1800 N. Charles St., Suite 400, Baltimore,
MD 21201) Advocating to improve the lives of Marylanders with disabilities. Goal is to
create a more integrated and just society by advancing the legal rights of people with
disabilities and ensuring equal opportunities to participate in community life. MDLC provides
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free legal services to Marylanders with disabilities on matters that are related to their
disability and fall within the advocacy service areas. One of the service areas is access to
education, housing, transportation, and health care.
410-727-6352
800-233-7201
http://www.mdlclaw.org/
Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service (MVLS) Maryland Volunteer Lawyers Service is a
nonprofit organization that connects low-income Marylanders in need of civil legal assistance
with pro bono attorneys.
410-547-6537
800-510-0050
http://www.mvlslaw.org/
Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland -- Pro Bono Resource Center of Maryland is the
statewide coordinator of volunteer legal services in a wide range of areas, such as housing,
family law, education, disability, and many more.
410-837-9379
800-396-1274
http://www.probonomd.org/
Medical
Assessments
Frederick County Developmental Center (350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702)
Infants and Toddlers Program-Birth through school age, services/assessments are free if
you qualify for the program. Services provided include Speech and Hearing, Language,
Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Social Work.
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?nid=2496
301-600-1611
Frederick Memorial Home Health (605 East Church, Suite 2, Frederick, MD 21701)
Provides in-home skilled nursing, Occupational and Physical Therapy and speech, they take
MA, Medicare and some private insurance.
http://www.fmh.org/
240-566-3222
Kennedy Krieger Institute (707 N. Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21205) Serves people under
the age of 21. Provides diagnostic services, inpatient and day treatment services, outpatient
services, home and community services, and school programs.
www.kennedykrieger.org
443 923-9200
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Care-Services
Children„s Medical Services (CMS) Program—The Children’s Medical Services Program is a
joint federal/state/local program. CMS assists families in planning and obtaining specialty
medical and rehabilitative care for children who have a chronic illnesses or disabling
conditions which interfere with normal growth and development. The program has both
medical and financial eligibility requirements. If your child needs special medical or
rehabilitative services which you cannot afford, apply for assistance. Call for an application
to be mailed to you.
410-767-5585 or 1-800-638-8864
http://fha.maryland.gov/genetics/specialcare.cfm
Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT)-- The Early Periodic
Screening, Diagnosis, and Treatment (EPSDT) Program is the child health component of
Medicaid. It's required in every state and is designed to improve the health of low-income
children, by financing appropriate and necessary pediatric services. EPSDT is designed to
address physical, mental, and developmental health needs. Screening services ―to detect
physical and mental conditions‖ must be covered at periodic intervals, as well as diagnostic
and treatment coverage.
800-233-7201
http://www.hrsa.gov/epsdt/
Emergency Prescription Assistance – Religious Coalition for Emergency Human Needs
(27 Degrange St., Frederick, MD 21701) The Emergency Prescription Assistance Program
provides short-term emergency proscription assistance to Frederick County residents that
are uninsured or lack adequate prescription coverage. Clients must be referred by a
physician and have a prescription from the physician.
301-631-2670, ext. 105
www.thereligiouscoalition.org
Maryland Children‟s Health Program (MCHP) --This program provides full health benefits
for children up to age 19 and pregnant women of any age. Families with low to moderate
income are eligible. Medical services are provided through the HealthChoice Program, a
series of Managed Care organizations (MCOs) throughout the state. To apply, contact the
Department of Health (301-600-1328 or 301-600-3124), Frederick County Social Services
(301-600-4585), or call 800-977-7388.
http://dhmh.maryland.gov/mma/mchp/
or
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=4182
Medbank Program-Frederick Community Action Agency (100 South Market St., Frederick,
MD 21701) The Medbank Program helps low-to-moderate-income uninsured and
underinsured people obtain free or low-cost prescription medications offered through
patient assistance programs operated by pharmaceutical manufacturing companies.
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301-600-1506
www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa
Medication/Prescription Drug Assistance-Salvation Army (223 West Fifth St., Frederick,
MD 21701) Emergency and short-term financial help in obtaining prescription medications for
Frederick county residents; assistance can be provided to a client once every six months.
301-662-2311
http://salvationarmyfrederick.org
Medication/Prescription Drug Assistance-St. Vincent de Paul Society (116 East Second St.,
Frederick, MD 21701) Emergency and short-term financial help in obtaining prescription
medications.
301-662-4676
Primary Health Care Clinic-Frederick Community Action Agency (100 South Market St.,
Frederick, MD 21701) Primary health care clinic that serves adults and children that are
lower-income, homeless, or are enrolled in Medical Assistance. The FCAA clinic is a provider
with Priority Partners MCO and Maryland Physicians Care MCO.
301-600-1506
www.cityoffrederick.com/fcaa
Primary Health Care-Mission of Mercy (22 South Market St., Suite 6D, Frederick, MD
21701) Free basic, primary healthcare, dental care and free prescription medications,
delivered through a mobile medical program and licensed volunteer doctors, nurses, dentists,
and other non-medical volunteers. The clinic sites in Frederick County are in Frederick City
and Brunswick.
301-682-5683
www.amissionofmercy.org
Specialized Health Need Interagency Collaboration (1750 East Fairmount Ave., Baltimore,
MD 21231) The Specialized Health Needs Interagency Collaboration project (SHNIC) is a
partnership between the Kennedy Krieger Institute, other local hospitals, and the Maryland
State Department of Education. The primary goal is to provide community education that
facilitates the inclusion of students with specialized health needs into the community.
Through on-site training and technical assistance offered at no cost, the skills are taught to
safely and effectively manage the needs of children and adolescents with specialized health
needs and to help those children integrate into their schools and communities.
888-554-2080
http://www.kennedykrieger.org/kki_misc.jsp?pid=1994
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Dental
Frederick County Developmental Center Dental Clinic (350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD
21702) The clinic provides pediatric services only for patients under the age of 18.
Services provided include complete examinations, cleanings, x-rays, fluoride treatment,
fillings, extractions, sealants, and oral hygiene education. They accept all Medical
Assistance cards and for patients without insurance, fees will be determined by income and
family size.
301-600-1041
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?nid=2455
Mission of Mercy (22 South Market St., Suite 6D, Frederick, MD 21701) Free basic,
primary healthcare and dental care; extractions and fillings only. Mission of Mercy has 2
clinic sites in Frederick County; Frederick City and Brunswick. Dental is on a first-come,
first serve basis-no appointments, and all new patients need to arrive at the clinic site
before 6am.
301-682-5683
www.amissionofmercy.org
Religious Coalition (27 DeGrange St., Frederick, MD 21701) Individuals and families
needing health care, dental care and prescription medications are aided by the Religious
Coalition. The Coalition also makes referrals to other agencies and services. Vouchers are
supplied for care arranged through a network of providers such as physicians, dentists and
pharmacists
301-631-2670
http://www.thereligiouscoalition.org/services.html
Medical Equipment
Medical equipment companies (which are listed in the Yellow Pages under ―Hospital Equipment
and Supplies‖) can recommend and sell equipment. They should also know whether Medicare,
Medical Assistance, or other forms of insurance will cover the cost.
Aronson Medical (6719 Reisterstown Rd., Baltimore, MD 21215)
http://aronsonmedical.com/
410-358-4600
BP Gamma Medical Systems, Inc. (4451 Georgia Pacific Boulevard, Suite S, Frederick MD
21704)
http://BPGamma.com/
1-800-624-4134 or 301-874-3390
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Chesapeake Rehab Equipment (2700 Lord Baltimore Drive, Baltimore, MD 21244)
http://www.chesapeake-rehab.com
1-800-777-6981 or 410-298-4555
FMH Home Medical Equipment & Supplies (605 E. Church St., Frederick MD 21701)
www.fmh.org
1-800-704-3701 or 240-566-3099
Loan Closets
In some cases, if equipment cannot be bought, it may be borrowed. Call:
Federated Charities (22 South Market St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-662-1561
Mental Health
Mental Health Association of Frederick County (MHA)(263 W. Patrick St. Frederick, MD
21701) MHA of Frederick County has a mission to build a strong foundation of emotional
wellness by education, empowering and advocating for children, adults, and families through a
wide array of services. MHA is always available, accessible and responsive to the changing
needs of the community and provides referrals, resources, intervention and education for
children, individuals, and families.
301-663-0011
[email protected]
www.fcmha.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Frederick County (4 East Church St.,
Frederick, MD 21701) NAMI is a grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of
those with mental illness (including ADHD) and their families through education, support, and
advocacy.
240-379-6186
www.namifcmd.org
The Pro Bono Counseling Project The Pro Bono Counseling Project is a non-profit
organization that was formed to provide free mental health care to individuals, families and
couples who can not receive care from any other source.
1-877-323-5800
www.probonocounseling.org
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Way Station, Inc. (230 West Patrick St., P.O. Box 3826, Frederick, MD 21705) The Way
Station is a mental health organization providing rehabilitation services and treatment
services for children, adolescents, and adults. They serve children and adolescents with
emotional and behavioral difficulties, with overnight and hourly facility-based respite (Camp
Journey), family preservation services, multi-systemic therapy, and Intensive Behavioral
Support.
301-662-0099
www.waystationinc.org
Therapists
These are some of the local practices; their listing does not imply any kind of endorsement.
Allied Counseling Group (Frederick, Brunswick, and New Market)
301-698-7077
www.alliedcounselinggroup.com
Associated Family Counseling, PA (15 Worman’s Mill Court, Ste. D, Frederick, MD 21701)
301-228-2303
www.associatedfamilycounseling.com
Autism Consultation and Treatment Center (301- W. Main St., Thurmont MD 21788)
888-316-8280
www.act-center.net
Blue Ridge Behavioral Health Services (170 Thomas Johnson Drive, Ste. 200, Frederick MD
21702)
301-695-8390
www.blueridgebehavioralhealth.com
Creative Therapeutic Connections (164 West Main Street, Suite A, New Market, MD
21774)
301-693-5931
[email protected]
http://www.linganorecandw.com/
Carroll Counseling Centers and Attention & Learning Disorders Clinic (1311 S. Main St.
Ste. 202, Mt. Airy, MD 21771)
301-829-2242
www.carrollcounseling.com
Catoctin Counseling Center, Inc. (Frederick and Thurmont)
301-631-1304
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www.catoctincounseling.com
Center for Integrative Health Care (340 Park Ave., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-663-1683
www.pathforhealing.com
Center for Mind-Body Therapies (5 N. Bentz St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-631-2936
www.CMBT.net
Counseling Services-a program of the Mental Health Assoc. of Frederick County (263 W.
Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-663-6135
www.fcmha.org
Delta Holistic Therapy Center (245 W. Patrick St, Frederick, MD 21701)
301-663-8901
Frederick Psychology Center (97 Thomas Johnson Dr., Ste. 202, Frederick, MD 21702)
301-695-6455
Healing Circles Wellness Center (620 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-712-9015
Monocacy Counseling Center, LLC (1207 N. East St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-846-0967
Monocacy Neurodevelopmental Center (65 Thomas Johnson Dr., Suite A, Frederick, MD
21702)
301-662-3808
www.monocacycenter.com
Psychotherapy Services, LLC (41 N. Market St., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-662-6226
South Mountain Counseling Services (16 Walnut St, Middletown, MD 21769)
301-371-3707
Trinity Pastoral Counseling Center (703 W. Patrick At., Frederick, MD 21701)
301-662-8908
Villa Maria of Frederick County- A Behavioral Health Program of Catholic Charities
(Frederick and Emmitsburg)
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301-694-6654
Vital Sources (10 North Jefferson St., Suite 403, Frederick, MD 21701)
301-620-8700
www.vitalsources.org
Private Therapy-Physical, Occupational, & Speech
These are some of the local practices; their listing does not imply any kind of endorsement.
Amber Hill Physical Therapy (187 Thomas Johnson Drive, Suite 6, plus locations in
Damascus, Jefferson, and Thurmont)
301-663-1157
www.amberhillpt.com
Body Benders-Physical Therapy With a Twist (550 Highland St., Suite, Frederick, MD
21701)
301-807-9955
888-261-2426
www.bodybenders.com
Frederick Memorial Healthcare System-Pediatric Rehabilitation Services (FMH Rose Hill
Clinic, 1562 Opossumtown pike, Frederick, MD 21702, plus a location in Mt. Airy and
Crestwood))
240-566-3132
http://fmh.org/body.cfm?id=209
Mid-Maryland Musculoskeletal Institute & Orthopedic Assoc. of Frederick-(MMI) (86
Thomas Johnson Court, Frederick, MD 21702)
301-694-8311
1-800-349-9386
www.mmidocs.com
Way to Grow-Developmental Pediatric Occupational, Speech & Physical Therapy (9093
Ridgefield Drive, #102, Frederick, MD 21701)
301-846-4769
www.way2grow.com
Respite
The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) Parents’ Day
Out—Parents’ Day Out provides a few hours of respite each month to parents and guardians
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of children with developmental disabilities, offered free of charge the third Saturday of
every month from 10am to 2pm. Siblings are welcomed and pre-registration is required.
301-663-0909
www.arcfc.org
Camp Journey-Way Station (10304 Putman Road, Frederick, MD 21702) Camp Journey
Adolescent Respite Program serves families with adolescents who are currently active in
therapy to deal with emotional and behavioral challenges. Adolescents from the ages of 1117 can have regularly scheduled visits of a few hours a week , a day or two a week, or a
couple of weekends a month.
301-682-3446 or 1-888-878-5066 x6149
www.waystationinc.org
Connect and Learn (7035 Allington Manor Circle East, Frederick, MD 21703)
Connect and Learn provides support services to children, teens, and young adults diagnosed
with Developmental Disorders. An approved Maryland Autism Waiver Service Provider
offering Family Training, Individual Support Services (IISS) and Respite. These services
are also available at an hourly rate to clients with private or alternate funding.
301-694-6422
www.connectandlearn.net
Daybreak Community Church Rooftop Respite (New Market, MD 21774) Rooftop Respite
is a relief care program designed for children with disabilities or medical concerns, as well as
their siblings, where parents can drop their children off for a free day of activity. This
program is offered on a quarterly basis, pre-registration is required.
301-865-8877
www.daybreak-church.com
Frederick County Developmental Center (350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702) Once
a year FCDC offers a limited amount of small grants on a first-come, first-serve basis to
families of children with special needs to be used within a year for respite care, recreational
activities, etc. For more information, call:
301-600-3367
Teachable Moments Teachable Moments offer a variety of education services and
specialize in working with students who have learning differences or special needs. Respite
Care is offered which is educational based and social skill building, with ―respite-share‖
rates.
240-676-1543
[email protected]
www.teachablemomentsonline.com
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Recreation – Year Round
Adult Social Group- The Adult Social Group was started by Teachable Moments to have
monthly activities for young adults (ages 18 on up) with developmental disabilities to offer
opportunities to help teach social skills, both for safety and for establishing meaningful
relationships. The group members are also encouraged to initiate social activities with each
other outside of the regular scheduled meetings and activities.
301-788-6198
www.teachablemomentsonline.com
Boys and Girls Club of Frederick County (413 Burck St., Frederick MD, 21701) The Boys
and Girls Clubs of Frederick County provides a safe place for Frederick-area children ages
6-18 to go after school and during the summer. Programs in six core areas: Character &
Leadership; Education & Career; Health & Life Skills; The Arts; Sports, Fitness &
Recreation; and Computer Technology.
301-600-1875
http://bgcfc.org/
Boy Scouts of America-A year-round program for boys 11-17 designed to achieve the aims
of Scouting through a vigorous outdoor program and peer group leadership with the counsel
of an adult Scoutmaster. In Frederick County, BSA has 1 troop of boys with special needs
and are looking for more interested boys.
Wes Haynes
240-395-0605
[email protected]
Tom Wheatley 301-371-4797
[email protected]
Camp Journey Adolescent Respite Program- Located near the scenic Catoctin Mountains,
Camp Journey Adolescent Respite Program serves families with adolescents who are
currently active in therapy to deal with emotional and behavioral challenges. A program
where adolescent from the ages of 11-17 can have regularly scheduled visits of a few hours a
week, a day or two a week, or a couple weekends a month, while participating in a variety of
activities, such as hiking, fishing, swimming and trips.
301-682-3446
1-888-878-5066 x6149
www.waystationinc.org
Challenger Little League – Any child with disabilities who wants to have lots of fun can play
in this Little League. Previous experience is not necessary to be part of this wonderful
program, just a willingness to play and wear a real baseball uniform.
Fred Laliberte
301-694-8673
Guy Berry
301-471-9701
[email protected]
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The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center- Wide variety of classess and subject
matters including drawing, painting, ceramics, woodworking, sculpture, printmaking,
cartooning, claymation and more!
301-698-0656
www.delaplaine.org
Frederick County 4H Therapeutic Riding Program – Located in Lewistown, a very successful
and experienced horseback riding program for children with all types of disabilities.
301-898-3587
www.fc4htrp.org
Frederick County Parks and Recreation-Friday Night Rec.—A program designed for
persons with Intellectual Developmental Disabilities, ages 14 years and older.
301-600-2936
www.recreater.com
Frederick County Public Libraries – Many different activities throughout the county, check
online at www.fcpl.org.
Special Olympics – Providing year round sports training and athletic competition in a variety
of Olympic type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Check the
website at www.somdfrederick.org to see all the different activities.
Anne MacDonald
301-694-7779
[email protected]
YMCA Kids Unlimited Programs (1000 North Market St., Frederick, MD 21701)-Programs
for Children and Young Adults with Special Needs- Respite care, Parents’ Night Out (evening
and weekend hours), unified summer camps. In addition, children may attend a variety of
general camp programs, with staff accommodations provided whenever possible. Will try to
accommodate all students with special education needs, on a case by case basis.
Kelly Presnell
301-663-5131 ext. 1248
[email protected]
www.frederickymca.org
Support Groups/Information
The Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) The Arc of
Frederick sponsors two support groups for parents of children with disabilities; one of them
is for Spanish speaking parents.
301-663-0909
http://www.arcfc.org/userfiles/Parent%20Support%20Groups.pdf
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Autism Society of America-Frederick County--Support group for families of children with
autism that meets monthly at The Arc of Frederick County at 620A Research Drive,
Frederick, MD 21703.
301-746-8080
[email protected]
www.asafrederickmd.org
Compassionate Friends of Frederick County (303 Upper College Terrace, Frederick, MD
21701)—Provides monthly support group for bereaved families, parents, siblings, and friends
who can work through their grief with the help of others who have lost a loved one.
301-662-5511
www.tcfdcmetro.com
Fathers Support Group (191 Waverley Drive, Frederick, MD 21702) A group for fathers of
children with developmental disabilities that meets occasionally in the evening.
240-236-8705
The Frederick County Commission on Disabilities (12 East Church Street, Frederick, MD
21701) The Frederick County Commission on Disabilities mission is to review programs and
services for people with disabilities and to identify their needs and gaps in service; to
conduct and participate in meetings for the purpose of raising the level of " Disability
Awareness " among people with disabilities and the general public; to identify barriers to
programs and services available to people with disabilities and to recommend the means of
overcoming these barriers and to make recommendations to the Bd. of County Commissioners
regarding existing and proposed legislation pertaining to people with disabilities.
301-694-1663
MD Relay: 711
www.fccod.org
Frederick F.R.I.E.N.D.S. (Family Resource Information and Education Network for Down
Syndrome) A support and resource group for expectant and new parents and extended
families of children with Down syndrome. Provides age-appropriate activities for children,
advocates for community awareness, has regular meetings with professional speakers, and
meets informally to share the joys and challenges of parenting.
301-834-6848
www.friendsoffredco.org
Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (7484 Candlewood Road, Suite R. Hanover, MD
21076) The Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education Inc. (MCIE) is a statewide nonprofit
organization dedicated to the inclusion of students with disabilities in their neighborhood
schools. MCIE provides a variety of services to families and schools for meaningful and
successful participation of all students in their neighborhood schools, through partnerships,
advocacy, professional development, and public education.
410-859-5400 or 1-800-899-8837
http://www.mcie.org/
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National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Frederick County—Provides public education
meetings presented by experts in the mental health field, support groups (i.e. Mom’s Support
Group), other educational support and advocacy for persons with mental illness (including
ADHD), their families, and friends.
301-663-9414
24 Hour helpline: 240-379-6186
www.namifcmd.org
Support Groups for Kids-Frederick County Health Department, Substance Abuse Division
(350 Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702)
This program offers the help that kids
dealing with family substance abuse really need.
301-600-3281
www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/healthdept/substanceabuse
Support Services
Abilities Network of Frederick County (5104 Pegasus Court, suite E, Frederick, MD 21704)
Assists children with developmental disabilities to achieve their personal goals and
integration into the community. Services are customized to each individual and family and
include information and referral to appropriate programs, assistance with application to
services, independent living skills, and job readiness training.
301-695-9505
1-800-394-9504
www.abilitiesnetwork.org
Arc of Frederick County (620-A Research Drive, Frederick, MD 21703) The Arc of
Frederick County provides advocacy, access to resources, assistance in increasing individual
and family connections for people with developmental disabilities. The organization seeks
creative solutions to help people with developmental disabilities to attain their goals.
301-663-0909
[email protected]
www.arcfc.org
Community Agency School Services (CASS)-A program of Frederick County Public Schools—
Connects at risk middle school students and their families to resources within the community
in order to achieve family well being and to promote school success.
www.fcps.org
Family Partnership of Frederick County (8420 Gas House Pike, Ste. EE, Frederick, MD
21701)
A community-based organization that provides family support and assistance to
parents and their children to help them become self-sufficient. Offers parent education
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including GED prep, child development, service coordination, home visits, youth services,
health education, and peer support.
301-600-2206
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=55
Family Service Foundation (205-A Broadway St. Frederick, MD 21701)
Mental Health services, addiction services and HIV/AIDS Education for deaf and hard of
hearing people. Full range of psychiatric services, including medication monitoring. Day
Habilitation and residential placements for chronically mentally ill. Accepts Medicaid,
Medicare and variety of HMO and Managed Care carriers. Services also offered on a sliding
fee scale.
301-694-7828
888-840-3265
www.fsfinc.org/index.html
Frederick County Developmental Center-Frederick County Health Department (350
Montevue Lane, Frederick, MD 21702) A comprehensive, multidisciplinary, and coordinated
community agency serving Frederick County’s children with special needs from birth to 21
years. Services include audiology, psychology, physical and occupational therapy, service
coordination, social work, and speech/language pathology. The Center is the lead agency for
the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program, an interagency early intervention
program serving children with developmental delays (birth-kindergarten) and their families.
301-600-1612
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?nid=2496
Healthy Families Frederick (22. S. Market St., Ste. 4, Frederick, MD 21701) Provide
quality, strength-based, family-centered services and support as well as access to community
resources and agencies to help build stronger families, healthier children and a better
community.
301-696-2058
[email protected]
Partnership for Emotionally Resilient Kids (PERKS)-A program of the Mental Health
Association of Frederick County—Provides onsite assistance for early education programs
with children, age birth through four years ole, who exhibit social, emotional or behavioral
issues. Partners with parents to offer strategies, resources, and support to develop
resilient children.
301-662-4549
www.fcmha.org
Service Coordination, Frederick County (5303 Spectrum Drive, Suite I, Frederick MD
21703) Service Coordination is a private, nonprofit organization which helps adults and
children with developmental disabilities get services that allow them to fulfill their goals in
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life. Coordinators visit clients and families regularly to assess their needs and help locate
on-going support services. Program identifies service gaps, advocates for improvements in
the service system and provides community education.
301-663-8044
www.servicecoordinationinc.org
Transportation
The Maryland Department of Disabilities (217 E. Redwood St., Suite 1300, Baltimore, MD
21202) The web site provides information on the following subjects: Daily Supports,
Disability Benefits, Education, Employment, Housing, Transportation, and much more.
800-637-4113
www.mdod.state.md.us/
Transit Plus (1040 Rocky Springs Rd., Frederick, MD 21702) TransIT-Plus is Frederick
County’s shared-ride, curb-to-curb, demand response transportation service, designed to
meet the specialized travel needs of people with mobility disabilities, and senior citizens.
Trips are scheduled on an individual basis to accommodate the unique travel needs of each
passenger. While trips for medical purpose are given scheduling priority, other trips may be
arranged for seniors and persons with disabilities. Provides door-to-door rides for people
with disabilities approved for the program.
301-600-2065
http://www.frederickcountymd.gov/index.aspx?NID=105
Waivers
Autism Waiver—The Medicaid Home and Community Based Autism Waiver Program provides
Medicaid health care benefits, as well as expanded in-home and school-based services to
eligible children with autism.
Frederick County Public Schools-301-644-5274
http://dhmh.state.md.us/mma/waiverprograms/html/Autism%20Waiver%20Fact%20Sheet.
htm
Model Waiver for Disabled Children—The Model Waiver provides Medicaid health care
benefits as well as expanded in-home services to children who have very significant medical
needs (would otherwise require nursing home or long-term facility care).
410-987-1048
301-621-7830
http://dhmh.state.md.us/mma/waiverprograms/
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Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Waivers:
1. Community Pathways Waiver—This waiver provides Medicaid health care benefits, as
well as community-based residential, day and support services to people with
intellectual disabilities and other developmental disabilities.
2. New Directions Waiver--New Directions will allow people to direct their own services.
A person in New Directions can get a whole array of services, including support
services, supported employment and more and is for people living in their own homes or
with their families.
410-767-5636
http://www.ddamaryland.org/waiver.htm
24-Hour Hotlines
1-800-SUICIDE—1-800-784-2433
24-hour national crisis intervention hotline.
2-1-1 (1-866-411-6803)
Available FREE, 24/7 for information and referrals on health and human services such as
basic human needs, physical and mental health, employment support, support for seniors,
children, youth and families, mobile crisis services, and suicide prevention and intervention
services.
Alcohol Hotline-1-800-Alcohol (1-800-252-6465)
Helpline for alcohol and drug abusers
Americans with Disabilities Act Hotline-1-800-514-0301
Provides information on Americans with Disabilities Act, technical information and referral.
Child Help USA Hotline-1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
Crisis counseling for abused youth and abused parents. Referrals to local programs, legal
assistance, and information on prevention.
Covenant House Nineline-1-800-999-9999-National
24-hour, toll-free crisis hotline which provides crisis intervention, referral and information
services to the homeless, runaways, troubled teens and families.
Epilepsy Foundation of America Hotline-1-800-332-1000
Assist individuals with Epilepsy and other neurological disabilities. Vocational and residential
support services and provided to adults and youth.
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Frederick County Hotline-301-662-2255
Crisis intervention, support, information and referrals for all types of issues and situations
to anyone in need.
National Poison Center-1-800-222-1222
Routes to closest poison control center. Emergency information.
Maryland Youth Crisis Hotline -1-800-422-0009
Crisis intervention, support, and referrals serving the western Maryland region.
National AIDS Spanish Hotline Sponsored by the CDC-1-800-344-7432
Focusing on AIDS, HIV, and related issues in Spanish language.
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children-1-800-THE-LOST (1-800-843-5678)
Clearinghouse for information regarding missing and exploited children.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline-1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
Nationwide network of local crisis centers committed to suicide prevention and intervention.
Operation Runaway-1-800-204-8600
Hotline and 24-hour local crisis walk-in center for runaways, at-risk youth, and their
caregivers. Free crisis counseling/evaluation offered.
Parent Information/Stress Line-301-662-2255
Telephone support line for parents. Provides listening support, information and referral, and
crisis intervention.
Phone Friend-301-694-8255
Telephone support and assistance hotline for children at home alone.
Rape Crisis Hotline-301-662-8800
Crisis intervention for victims of rape, assault, or family violence; emergency shelter
available.
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