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10 Resources: Support and Information for Parents of Disabled Children.

“I was lost at the meeting. Everyone was bringing up ideas so quickly; I was unsure about everything by half way through. I didn’t agree and I didn’t want to sign. It was just overwhelming”. Melina has been to her first IEP and needs advice from a person who has been in her place. She is also interested in respite care, a parenting class, and options for more affordable and accessible housing. What are the resources for parents of special needs children in the North Bay Area?

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Eight Funding Resources

Kaylee is a five-year-old girl with quadriplegic cerebral palsy. She is not able to walk or move herself around, but she can use her legs to propel an adapted trike. She loves this and can enjoy a half-mile ride with her mom pushing to help out as needed. No insurance source will pay for the trike and it costs too much to buy out-of-pocket. What are the options?

There are many organizations that make needs and wishes like this one come true. If you are based in Northern California, these are some of the best known ones serving kids with disabilities. If you know of other resources, please make suggestions.

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Recreation for Children With Disabilities in Sonoma County (updated 2022)

Have you ever wanted to try out a whole selection of adapted trikes? Try a new swimming experience? Enroll in a summer camp?

Participation is defined as anything that involves friends, family, future, fitness, fun, or function. There are many local activities that promote play, new friends, and new interests for children and young adults with disabilities. However, these opportunities are not always easy to find. Most suggestions on this list are based in Sonoma County, California. Some are further away, but could be a fun destination or a special side trip if you are in the mood for adventure! Additional suggestions are welcome.

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