 
Special Needs and Learning Disability Resources I 2012
Includes: Autism – Children with Disabilities – Asian Disability Resources – Speech and Language – Deaf and Hard of Hearing – Mental retardation – Blind – Asperger Syndrome – SIDS – Cerebral Palsy – In-home/Respite – Learning and additional Resources. There are words in “blue” that if you mouseover will underline, which are links to their own website. We hope these resources will provide you with the help needed to make it through your journey. Let’s begin looking for helpJ  Post your comments, questions and updates to the new Sacramento Resource Directory forum! No registration required! Click here to say what is on your mind! 
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Jump to: · Autism Resources · Children with Disabilities and Special Needs · Bi-lingual Speech/Language · Speech and Language · Deaf and Hard of Hearing · Mental Retardation · Resources for the Blind · Asperger Syndrome · Sudden Infant Death Syndrome · Cerebral Palsy, In-Home and Respite Support Services · Learning and Additional Resources for Individuals and Families with disabilities · Internet Resources for Children and adults with Special Needs Need a? RT Light rail Map>> RT Downtown Bus Map>> RT Bus Map>> Zip Code Map>> C Warmline Family Resource Center 2035 Hurley Way, Suite 250, Sacramento, CA 95825 map Ph. (916) 922-9276 1(800) 660-7995 Ø Roseville Office 151 N. Sunrise Ave., Suite 1307, Roseville, CA 95661 map Ph. (916) 632-2100 · Provides effective support to individuals and families with special needs including Transition to Pre-school. · Offers both walk in and telephone help with an I.E.P. and I.E.P. training. · Library of resources for special needs. · Will help with any special needs or disability situation, including support groups such as Trailblazers Fathers Forum and Moms Night Out. | Easter Seal 3205 Hurley Way, Sacramento, CA 95864 map
Ph.(916) 485-6711 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. or
Ø 2629 Alta Arden Expressway, Sacramento, CA 95825 map Ph. (916) 979-6738 Provides services for individuals and families with disabilities including Autism, Children's services, Camping and Recreation. · Pediatric Services: Promoting Independence and Quality of Life · Aquatic Rehabilitation: Warm Water Therapeutic Environment. | Securing A Future for At Risk Infants Easter Seals Superior California 3205 Hurley Way, Sacramento CA 95864 map Ph. (916) 979-6742 Ask for Michelle Duncan, SAFARI Leader SAFARI is a program designed to help children who have been in the NICU. This program helps parents measure and monitor their child's development, allows for early detection of delays and helps parents find the support they need. | Disability Rights California 1831 K Street, Sacramento, CA 95811 map Ph. (916) 488-9955 or Legal Office (916) 504-5800 TTY: 1-800-719-5798, Toll Free: 1-800-776-5746 Serves individuals and families with all disability related issues including I.E.P.'s to advocate for their concerns regarding SSI, In-Home services, Medi-Cal, Discrimination in housing, Employment, etc. | California Department of Education – Special Education Division
1430 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 map Ph. (916) 445-4513 Mon. Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Provides information and resources to serve the unique needs of persons with disabilities so that each person will meet or exceed high standards of achievment in academic and non-academic skills. | Office of Administrative Hearings Special Education Unit 2349 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 200, Sacramento, CA. 95833-4231 Ph. (916) 263-0880 or (916) 323-6876, (916) 274-6035 after hours settlement line. Contracts with California Department of Education to handle Special Education mediation cases. The Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) maintains a List of Free or Reduced Cost Attorneys and Advocates that is available to the public in order to provide current information to help the parents of children with exceptional needs locate free or reduced cost representation. | Supported Life Institute 2025 Hurley Way, Suite 105, Sacramento, CA 95825 map Ph. (916) 567-1974 Provides conferences, training, self-advocacy and assistive technology services to people with developmental disabilities. | Developmental Disabilities Area Board III 1507 21st Street, Suite 220, Sacramento, CA 95811 map Ph. (916) 324-7426 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Provides Government level information pertaining to Disability Community Resources and programs. | California Department of Developmental Services 1600 9th Street, RM 240, Sacramento, CA 95814 map Ph. (916) 654-1690 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Provides services to 21 regional centers in California. This is a state level agency that provides services through the regional centers. Call for specific information of where to find services for children and adults with disabilities. | Alta California Regional Center 2135 Butano Drive, Sacramento CA 95825 map Ph. (916) 978-6400 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Will assist individuals and families with developmental disabilities age three to adult, including infants at risk with a diagnoses age zero to three for early intervention. Contact (916) 978-6249 ages 0-3 and (916) 978-6317 ages 3 to adult to make a self-referral for assesment. No cost. |
§ Autism Resources
Families for Early Autism Treatment (FEAT) P. O. Box 255722, Sacramento, CA 95865-5722 Ph (916) 303-7405 voicemail Provides help, education, advocacy and resources to families with children of all ages who have Autism, Autistic Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified (PDD-NOS) and Asperger’s Disorder also known as Asperger’s Syndrome (AS). No fee and self-referrals accepted. | Autism Phenome Project - UC DAVIS MIND INSTITUTE 2825 50th Street, Sacramento, CA 95817 map
Ph. (916) 703-0410 (office) Kateri Ross Our research study is looking into studying the different subtypes of autism and are currently enrolling children from the ages of 2-3.5 years of age. We are looking to enroll children who are diagnosed with autism and children who are typically developing as well. | Land Park Academy
6400 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95822 map
Ph. (916) 427-2273 x100 School for children with Autism. Children are referred from The District or parents may call to determine if this is their school of choice. |
§ Children with Disabilities and Special Needs Disabilities Services 925 Del Paso Blvd., #200, Sacramento, CA 95815 map Ph. (916) 263-3804 - Ask for Beverly Sanford, Disabilities Coordinator. Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Provides subsidized Pre-School enrollment and additional services for Children 0-5 age group with Special Needs and Disabilities serving Sacramento counties. A program of Head Start. | Sacramento County Office of Education Special Education & Infant Development Department Ph. (916) 277-5900 x 1131 or (916) 277-5900 x 2 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Provides services for families of children with disabilities 0 - 36 month age group. The eligibility of the child requires a demonstrated developmental delay in Motor, Language, and Social/emotional, Cognitive development. | My Friends 8632 Greenback Lane, Suite A, Orangevale, CA 95662 map Ph. (916) 987-8632 Serves Children with Disabilities and their Families offering Home care, Respite Care, After-School care and limited transportation services. Eligibility based on Federal and State funding can be provided, or you may choose a private payment option. | Physically Handicapped Program 4848 Cottage Way, Carmichael, CA 95608 map Ph. (916) 971-7411 Provides help and services in the areas of orthopedic impairment, emotional disturbance, severe developmental delay and medical fragility to students in special education 3 - 22 age group. | California Children's Services 9616 Micron Ave. #640, Sacramento, CA 95827 map Ph. (916) 875-9900 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. A statewide program that arranges, directs, and pays for medical care, equipment, and rehabilitation, when these services are authorized by the program. | Bright Futures 2750 Gateway Oaks Drive, Suite 330, Sacramento, CA 95833 map Ph. (916) 876-5877 mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Free Health and Developmental Screenings for children 0 - 5 ages. | Designated Instruction and Services 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, CA 95608 map Ph. (916) 971-7572 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Serves the San Juan school district students for children unable to participate in a regular physical education program do to a temporary or on-going physical disability. | Preschool and Student Care Centers 10844 Gadsten Way, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 map Ph. (916) 635-2379 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. A sliding scale fee preschool program for children ages 3-5 assisting children in cognition, creativity, socialization, emotions, and physical exercise. A State and Federal pre-school of Folsom Cordova Unified School District. | View more Disability Resources: |
§ Bi-lingual Speech and Language Speech and Hearing
CA Speech-Language-Hearing Association
825 University Ave., Sacramento, CA 95825 map
Ph. (916) 921-1568 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. -5:00 p.m. Can provide resources and referrals to find Speech/language specialist for bi-lingual assistance. |
§ Speech and Language Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders Clinic Ph. (916) 731-4357 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. No cost. Eligibility Requirements: · Child must have at least one parent, guardian, or adult prepared to follow through with a consistent program. · Children between three and twelve years of age are eligible for services. · Eligibility is determined by our assessments or those provided by other agencies. · Consistent attendance is mandatory. · Masonic affiliation is not required. | Sacramento State - Language, Speech and Hearing Center (Shasta Hall, Room 172) 6000 J Street, Sacramento, CA 95819 map Ph. (916) 278-6601 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Provides a language and speech assessment for 75.00 this is the lowest fee you will find for a speech assessment. |
§ Deaf and Hard of Hearing NorCal Center on Deafness, Inc. 4708 Roseville Road, Suite 112, North Highlands, CA 95660-5172 map Ph. (916) 349-7500 V/TTY, (916) 349-7500 VP, (916) 3497611 TTY Answering Machine Mon. – Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. · 1(866) 658-8417 Emergency, (916) 349-7529 Family Line Everything to do with Deafness and Deaf service within Sacramento County for both individuals and families. | State Office of Deaf Access - Department of Social Services
744 P Street, MS 19-91, Sacramento, CA 95814 map
Ph. (916) 653-8320, (916) 653-7651 (TTY) Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Deaf Access Program 4708 Roseville Road, Suite 112, North Highlands, CA 95660 map Ph. (916) 349-7500 Voice/TTY Mon. – Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. Ensures that California’s public programs are adapted to meet the communication needs of deaf and hard of hearing children, adults, and families, so they may receive the public benefits and service to which they are entitled. | CCHAT Center Sacramento 11100 Coloma Road, Ranch Cordova, CA 95670 map Ph. (916) 361-7290 Mon. Fri. 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. A school devoted to teaching deaf and hard of hearing children to listen and talk. Also offers free materials for Parents, Students and educators. | Agency for Hearing 1800 28th Street, Sacramento, CA 95816 map Ph. (916) 732-9040 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Provides state-of-the-art hearing clinic, school testing, industrial site screening, and referral services. | California Relay Service Ph. 7-1-1 Relay operator voice, 1(800) 735-2922-Voice, 1(800)735-2929-TTY Provides 24/7 service to any caller needing to communicate to people with a communication impairment. | California Telephone Access Program 2033 Howe Avenue, Suite 150, Sacramento, CA 95825 map Ph. 1(800) 806-1191-Call Center, 1(800) 806-4474-TTY, 1(800) 949-5650-Voice/Spanish Mon. – Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Offers specialized telephone equipment and network services at no charge to consumers who have a communication limitation. |
§ Mental Retardation Sacramento Association for the Retarded 1791 Tribute Road, Suite A, Sacramento, CA 95815 map Ph. (916) 454-0900 Mon. – Fri. 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. SAR works with individuals and families as they seek services from schools, case management agencies, sheltered workshops, supported employment services, recreation programs and residential services. | Mental Retardation
120 I Street, 2nd Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814 map Ph. (916) 552-6619 Call Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for appointment. | State Mental Retardation Program
1600 9th Street, 2nd Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814 map Ph. (916) 654-1897 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. |
§ Resources for the Blind Office of Services to the Blind 744 P Street, MS 11-94, Sacramento, CA 95814 map Ph. (916) 667-2628 TTY (916) 651-6248 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Provides a monthly payment of $50 to eligible persons who use a guide, signal, or service dog to help them with needs related to their physical disabilities. | Sacramento Society for the Blind 2750 24th Street, Sacramento, CA 95818-3299 map Ph. (916) 452-8271 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Trains blind and low vision people on Braille, life skills, computers and job skills. "Services include: · Instructional Programs · Low Vision Clinic · Youth Programs · Access News by Phone, Career Development Program. | American Council for the Blind Ph. 1(800) 424-8666 Mon. Fri. 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. | Braille & Talking Books Library P.O. Box 942837, Sacramento, CA 94237-0001
Ph. (916) 654-0640, 800-952-5666 Mon. – Fri. 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. You may contact us to obtain a print application form. Loans Braille, cassette and talking books, magazines and playback equipment to northern Californian’s unable to read conventional print. | Canine Companions Ph. (916) 722-4243 Toll Free 1 (800) 572-2275 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Generously provides service, skilled companion, and hearing dogs to people with disabilities. |
§ Asperger Syndrome
Sacramento Asperger Syndrome Information & Support Ph. (916) 682-1740 Provides Information & Support groups that meet at the MIND Institute, 2825 50th St., Sacramento, CA, from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. There are four groups: · Parents & Caregivers · Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), ages 18 and older · ASD Coaching Group, ages 16 and older · Women Partners of Men with AS |
§ Sudden Infant Death Syndrome CA. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome SIDS 11344 Coloma Road, Suite 560, Gold River, CA 95670-6304 map Ph. 1(800) 369-7437 or (916) 851-7437 Mon. Fri. 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. This organization serves individuals and families affected by a SIDS death. |
§ Cerebral Palsy, In-Home and Respite Support Services United Cerebral Palsy Association 191 Lathrop Way, Suite N, Sacramento, CA 95815 map Ph. (916) 565-7700 Respite Request Line - (916) 779-6270 Mon.- Thur. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. xxxx | First Covenant Church of Sacramento
10933 Progress Court, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 map Ph. (916) 861-2240 Mon. – Thur. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
We provide FREE respite care for families with special needs children and their siblings. We have a special room staffed with trained adults who can help comfort, redirect and love children. | In-Home Support Services (IHSS) Program 4875 Broadway, Sacramento, CA 95820 map Ph. (916) 874-9471 Mon. Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Will help pay for services provided to you so that you can remain safely in your own home. To be eligible, you must be over 65 years of age, or disabled, or blind. Disabled children are also eligible for IHSS. |
§ Learning and Additional Resources for Individuals and Families with disabilities U.C.D. Hemophilia Program 2360 Stockton Blvd., Suite 1100, Sacramento, CA 95817 map Ph. (916) 734-3461 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | National Multiple Sclerosis Society 4225 Northgate Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834 map Ph. (916) 927-8000 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Ø Chapter Headquarters
150 Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA 94616
toll-free: 1-800-344-4867 | Association of University Centers on Disabilities
1010 Wayne Avenue, Suite 920, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Ph. (301) 588-8252 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. map A national, nonprofit organization that promotes and supports services for and with individuals with developmental and other disabilities, their families, and communities. | Muscular Dystrophy Association 650 University Ave. Suite 108, Sacramento, CA 95825 map Ph. (916) 921-9518 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. · MDA Clinics · ALS Research and Clinical Centers · Support Groups · Equipment Funding, Loan Program & Repairs/Modifications · Summer Camp Program · MDA Chat Groups · MDA Services for the Individual, Family and Community booklet | Alzheimer's Association Sacramento Ph. 1(800) 272-3900 Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | West Ed 1107 9th Street - 4th Floor, Sacramento, CA 95814 map Ph. (916) 492-4000 Mon. Fri. 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. A nonprofit research, development, and service agency that enhances and increases education and human development within schools, families, and communities. | National Center for Learning Disabilities 381 Park Avenue South, Suite 1401, New York, NY 10016 Ph. (212) 545-7510 or 1(888) 575-7373 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 – 5:00 p.m. Provides information and resources for Pre-K, Grades K-8 and above with a Parent resource and Advocacy center page to address Children with various learning disabilities. | CalSTAT 5789 State Farm Drive, Rohert Park, CA 94928 Project Specialist - (707) 849-2270 or (707) 849-2278 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Provides support and develops partnerships with schools and families by providing training, technical assistance and resources to both special education and general education. | Roseville Special Education Parent Advisory Committee For information contact: 2501 Alexandra Drive, Roseville, CA 95661 map Ph. (916) 786-6131 Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Assists the Roseville City School District in providing high-quality, appropriate supports and services for all children with special needs. | ADA Information Line Ph. 1(800)-514-0301 or (TTY) 1(800)-514-0383 Mon. - Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
General ADA information, answers to specific technical questions, free ADA materials, and Complaint information. |
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