HELPFUL LINKS
Resources
Support for a New Direction
As part of its comprehensive approach to pediatric speech-language intervention, SPEECH PATHways supports families enrolled in speech and language services and specialized programs with helpful support groups to provide every avenue for success. Following are some links to favorite resources that may be useful to our clients and their families.
State & National Associations
Local Agencies & Resources
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Caring Communities (Respite Care Resources for Families of Children with Disabilities)
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Maryland Relay (Communication Assistance for People with Disabilities)
Specialty Techniques & Certifications
Parent Support & Advocacy Groups
Home Program & Material Suggestions
Complementary Therapies
Local Online Groups
Alternative Funding Sources & Private Health Insurance Information
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Getting Your Employer to Pay for Speech Therapy Benefits (page 1 | (page 2)
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Financial Information & Assistance for Families of Children with Special Needs
Disability/Disorder Specific Resources
Autism Spectrum Disorders
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Pathfinders for Autism Organization (Parent Resource Center)
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REI Institute (Rhythmic Entrainment Intervention) "MusicMedicine"
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Talk About Curing Autism ("Families with Autism Helping Families with Autism")
Apraxia
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Apraxia of Speech/Verbal Apraxia/Dyspraxia (National Apraxia Association)
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REI Institute (Rythmic Entrainment Intervention) "MusicMedicine"
Sensory Integration Dysfunction
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REI Institute (Rythmic Entrainment Intervention) "MusicMedicine"
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The Spiral Foundation: SPD Fact Sheets for Physicians, Educators, and Parents
Down Syndrome
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National Association for Down Syndrome
Cerebral Palsy
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United Cerebral Palsy