Resources

A collection of resources in our community, the Connecticut River Valley, and Massachusetts, with a few National organizations, too.

Easthampton Community Resources

Easthampton Commission on Disability Provides public outreach and education on disabilities, recommends changes to increase access to all. Facebook Learn more

Realized Learning Tutoring for children who are facing learning disabilities or are in need of academic support. Facebook http://realizedlearning.com

Riverside Industries Transition to Adulthood program: a unique opportunity for high school students with disabilities who are transitioning into adult life. Facebook www.rsi.org

Resources in the Valley

Autism Connections We provide support, information and resources for children, teens and adults with autism. Facebook https://autismconnectionsma.org/

Collaborative for Educational Services – Early Childhood Program, a part of the CES Mental Health Consultation (ECMH) Services for Hampshire and Franklin Counties. Facebook Learn more

Whole Children and Milestones We provide recreational, social and enrichment programs for children and teens of all abilities. Facebook www.wholechildren.org

Massachusetts Resources

The Arc of Massachusetts Advocating and supporting persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Facebook www.arcmass.org

The Federation for Children with Special Needs A center for parents, professionals and organizations to work together on behalf of children with special needs. Facebook www.fcsn.org

Greater Massachusetts Special Needs Events Special-needs events newsletter for families in Greater MA. Facebook www.spedchildmass.com

Regional Resources

Rare New England Coordinating resources for New England patients and families with rare and complex disorders. Facebook www.rarenewengland.org

Thom Child and Family Services For Children with complex medical/developmental needs.Facebook www.thomchild.org

Willie Ross School for the Deaf Quality programs and services to the deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Facebook www.wrsdeaf.org

National Resources

Child Mind Institute An independent, national nonprofit dedicated to transforming the lives of children and families struggling with mental health issues. Facebook www.childmind.org

Parenting Special Needs Magazine FREE Subscriptions! Facebook www.parentingspecialneeds.org/

Understood A nonprofit that provides a range of resources for people who learn and think differently thrive. Facebook www.understood.org