Education About Disabilities/Diagnoses

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Programs that offer workshops, discussion groups, activities and other types of training that sensitize participants to people with disabilities, visible differences, and mental health and mental illness. Includes information for individuals and families with these conditions, as well as information to help others experience what it is like to have a disability, and share techniques for positive communication and interaction with people who have disabilities. (Adapted from AIRS PH-6200.1850 Disability Awareness Programs )

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American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine

555 E. Wells Street, Ste 1100
Milwaukee, WI 53202
Phone: 414-918-3014

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www.aacpdm.org/index.php

Address: 555 E. Wells Street, Ste 1100
Milwaukee, WI 53202

Phone: 414-918-3014

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URL: http://www.aacpdm.org/index.php

Services Provided: A multidisciplinary scientific society devoted to the study of cerebral palsy and other childhood onset disabilities, to promoting professional education for the treatment and management of these conditions, and to improving the quality of life for people with these disabilities.

Source:	Medical Home Portal
Last Updated:	3/22/2018

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American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

141 Northwest Point Blvd
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098
Phone: 847-434-4000

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www.aap.org/en-us/Pages/Default.aspx

Address: 141 Northwest Point Blvd
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007-1098

Phone: 847-434-4000

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URL: https://www.aap.org/en-us/Pages/Default.aspx

Services Provided: Professional association dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/10/2020

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4340 East-West Highway Suite 350
Bethesda, MD 20814
Phone: 301-657-0881

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www.autism-society.org/

Address: 4340 East-West Highway Suite 350
Bethesda, MD 20814

Phone: 301-657-0881

Toll Free Phone: 800-328-8476

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Email: info@autism-society.org

URL: https://www.autism-society.org/

Services Provided: We provide advocacy, education, information and referral, support, and community at national, state and local levels through our strong nationwide network of Affiliates.

Disability Awareness Programs
Specialized Information and Referral

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	8/7/2019

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Beach Center on Disability, University of Kansas

Haworth Hall, Room 313
1200 Sunnyside Avenue
Lawrence, KS 66045-7534
Phone: 785-864-7600

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beachcenter.lsi.ku.edu/

Organization Name: University of Kansas
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Address: Haworth Hall, Room 313
1200 Sunnyside Avenue
Lawrence, KS 66045-7534

Phone: 785-864-7600

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URL: https://beachcenter.lsi.ku.edu/

Services Provided: The Beach Center on Disability is a multidisciplinary research and training center committed to making a significant and sustainable positive difference in the quality of life of individuals and families affected by disability and the professionals who support them. Internationally-recognized leaders in research on and interventions to promote the self-determination of children, youth, and adults with (and without) disabilities.

Provider Profiles: Based at the University of Kansas.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/6/2020

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CDC Information Line, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30333
Phone: 800-232-4636

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www.cdc.gov/cdc-info/index.html

Organization Name: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Address: 1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30333

Phone: 800-232-4636

TDD: 888-232-6348

Toll Free Phone: 800-232-4636

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URL: https://www.cdc.gov/cdc-info/index.html

Eligibility: Open to the public.

Services Provided: Information provided on more than 750 health topics, including travel immunizations, disease outbreaks, natural disasters, and other emergencies

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/9/2020

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Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance

55 East Jackson Blvd., Suite 490
Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: 800-826-3632

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www.dbsalliance.org/

Address: 55 East Jackson Blvd., Suite 490
Chicago, IL 60604

Phone: 800-826-3632

Toll Free Phone: 800-826-3632

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URL: https://www.dbsalliance.org/

Eligibility: Contact for specific information.

Services Provided: Educates patients, professionals, and the public concerning the nature of depressive, bipolar disorder (also known as manic depression) or mood disorder. Maintains over 1000 support groups around the country.

Provider Profiles: National

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/17/2020

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Epilepsy Foundation of America

8301 Professional Place East Ste 230
Landover, MD 20785-2356
Phone: 301-459-3700

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www.epilepsy.com/

Address: 8301 Professional Place East Ste 230
Landover, MD 20785-2356

Phone: 301-459-3700

Toll Free Phone: 800-332-1000

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Email: ContactUs@efa.org

URL: https://www.epilepsy.com/

Eligibility: Individuals with epilepsy, their families and friends.

Wheelchair Accessible: Full Wheelchair Access

Services Provided: Provides information, advocacy, and assistance finding doctors, legal assistance, support groups and transportation reimbursement. Learn about epilepsy, types of seizures, triggers, diagnosis, treatment, etc. Offers a seizure diary app self-management tool.

Provider Profiles: Spanish Speakers Phone number: 866-748-8008

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	12/16/2019

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Frank Porter Graham Child Development Institute (FPG), University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

CB 8180
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8180
Phone: 919-966-2622

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fpg.unc.edu/about-fpg

Organization Name: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Address: CB 8180
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-8180

Phone: 919-966-2622

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URL: https://fpg.unc.edu/about-fpg

Services Provided: Enhances the lives of children and families through interdisciplinary research, technical assistance, professional development, and implementation science. FPG is one of the nation's oldest and largest multidisciplinary centers devoted to the study of young children and their families. About 275 researchers, implementation and technical assistance specialists, staff, and students work on more than 75 projects related to developmental disabilities; early care and education; physical and social health; professional development, technical assistance, and implementation science; public policy and evaluation; and racial, ethnic, linguistic, cultural, and socioeconomic diversity.

Source:	Medical Home Portal
Last Updated:	1/10/2019

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Immune Deficiency Foundation

110 West Road Ste 300
Towson, MD 21204
Phone: 800-296-4433

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www.primaryimmune.org/

Address: 110 West Road Ste 300
Towson, MD 21204

Phone: 800-296-4433

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Email: frontdesk@primaryimmune.org

URL: https://www.primaryimmune.org/

Eligibility: Individuals with primary immunodeficiency diseases and their families

Services Provided: A national patient organization dedicated to improving the diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life of persons with primary immunodeficiency diseases through advocacy, education, and research. Learn about primary immunodeficiencies, it's diagnosis, treatment; and living with PI, at different ages, getting support, finding a physician, insurance, school, etc.

IDF Physician Finder to locate a physician by location, last name, specialty and more.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/6/2020

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200 Vesey Street, 28th Floor
New York, NY 10281
Phone: 800-533-2873

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www.jdrf.org/

Address: 200 Vesey Street, 28th Floor
New York, NY 10281

Phone: 800-533-2873

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Email: info@jdrf.org

URL: https://www.jdrf.org/

Services Provided: JDRF's (formerly Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation) primary objective is to fund research into Type 1 diabetes.
Also provides:
•Informational Guides
•Virtual community
•Local chapters
•Fundraising and social events

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	1/3/2020

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John Tracy Clinic for Young Children with Hearing Loss

806 West Adams Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90007
Phone: 213-748-5481

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www.jtc.org/

Address: 806 West Adams Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90007

Phone: 213-748-5481

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URL: https://www.jtc.org/

Eligibility: Infants and preschool children with hearing loss.

Services Provided: A leading diagnostic and education center for young children with hearing loss. It provides free, parent-centered services. The Clinic offers worldwide family services, local family services, professional education, preschool, and hearing testing. The Clinic has over 60 years of expertise in the spoken language option, called "oralism," serving 25,000 families each year.

Hearing Screening
Parent Support Groups
Preschools
Online courses

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	8/7/2019

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Lupus Foundation of America

2121 K Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20037
Phone: 202-349-1155

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www.lupus.org/about-us

Address: 2121 K Street NW, Suite 200
Washington, DC 20037

Phone: 202-349-1155

Toll Free Phone: 800-558-0121

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Email: info@lupus.org

URL: https://www.lupus.org/about-us

Services Provided: Provides education and support services to people affected by lupus. We collaborate with experts to provide clear, easy-to-use information, programs and resources to help you navigate every step of your journey with lupus. An online community, an expert series, a resource database, a nurse and certified health educator call line.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	8/6/2019

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ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia Center of Excellence, Bateman Horne Center of Excellance

24 South 1100 East, Suite 205
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
Phone: 801-328-8080

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batemanhornecenter.org/

Organization Name: Bateman Horne Center of Excellance
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Address: 24 South 1100 East, Suite 205
Salt Lake City, UT 84102

Phone: 801-328-8080

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Email: support@batemanhornecenter.org

URL: http://batemanhornecenter.org/

Eligibility: None

Wheelchair Accessible: Complete

Services Provided: Leading the way in the medical advancement and treatment of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Fibromyalgia. Formerly the Fatigue Consultation Clinic (FCC) and the Organization for Fatigue & Fibromyalgia Education & Research (OFFER), BHC been committed to the education of medical providers for more than 25 years.

Provider Profiles: Lucinda Bateman M.D.

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	3/21/2019

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Multiple Sclerosis Associations of America

375 Kings Highway North
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

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mymsaa.org/

Address: 375 Kings Highway North
Cherry Hill, NJ 08034

Toll Free Phone: 800-532-7667

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Email: MSquestions@mymsaa.org

URL: https://mymsaa.org/

Eligibility: Individuals with MS

Services Provided: Ongoing support and direct services.

Individual Advocacy
Information and Referral
Equipment Distribution Program by application

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	8/8/2019

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Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSFOCUS)

6520 North Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-2132

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msfocus.org/

Address: 6520 North Andrews Avenue
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309-2132

Toll Free Phone: 800-225-6495

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URL: https://msfocus.org/

Wheelchair Accessible: Ramps

Services Provided: Nonprofit organization, our primary mission is to ensure the best quality of life for those coping with MS by providing comprehensive support and educational programs.

Disease/Disability Information
Information and Referral
Specialized Information and Referral

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	1/6/2020

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National Cancer Institute

9609 Medical Center Drive
Bethesda, MD 20892-9760
Phone: 800-422-6237

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www.cancer.gov/

Address: 9609 Medical Center Drive
Bethesda, MD 20892-9760

Phone: 800-422-6237

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Email: cancergovstaff@mail.nih.gov

URL: https://www.cancer.gov/

Eligibility: None

Wheelchair Accessible: Complete

Services Provided: A free public service of the National Cancer Institute providing the latest most accurate cancer information for patients, their families, the general public, and health professionals in a personalized confidential manner.

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	1/6/2020

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National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases

3 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3580
Phone: 800-860-8747

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www.niddk.nih.gov/

Address: 3 Information Way
Bethesda, MD 20892-3580

Phone: 800-860-8747

TDD: 866-569-1162

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Email: healthinfo@niddk.nih.gov

URL: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/

Eligibility: Contact for specific information.

Services Provided: NIDDK research creates knowledge about and treatments for diseases that are among the most chronic, costly, and consequential for patients, their families, and the Nation. Offers clinical trials, financial assistance for researchers, health information, and publications.

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	7/30/2019

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National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders

31 Center Dr., MSC 2320
Bethesda, MD 20892
Phone: 800-241-1044

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www.nidcd.nih.gov/

Address: 31 Center Dr., MSC 2320
Bethesda, MD 20892

Phone: 800-241-1044

TDD: 800-241-1055

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URL: https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/

Eligibility: communication disorders

Services Provided: Information specialists provide callers with fact sheets, resources and referrals to other organizations and agencies. Topics include hearing, balance, smell and taste, voice, speech, and language disorders.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/7/2020

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National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)

55 Kenosia Avenue
PO Box 1968
Danbury, CT 06810
Phone: 203-744-0100

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www.rarediseases.org/

Address: 55 Kenosia Avenue
PO Box 1968
Danbury, CT 06810

Phone: 203-744-0100

Toll Free Phone: 800-999-6673

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URL: https://www.rarediseases.org/

Languages Spoken: Spanish

Eligibility: Persons with a rare disease, financial need.

Services Provided: A patient advocacy organization for individuals with rare diseases and the organizations that serve them. NORD provides Patient Assistance Programs that provide financial assistance. In addition, NORD provides links to other financial assistance resources.
Patient Assistance Program, RareCare, provides medication, financial assistance with insurance premiums and co-pays, diagnostic testing assistance, and travel assistance for clinical trials or consultation with disease specialists.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	9/12/2019

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Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy

401 Hackensack Avenue, 9th Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601
Phone: 201-250-8440

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www.parentprojectmd.org/

Address: 401 Hackensack Avenue, 9th Floor
Hackensack, NJ 07601

Phone: 201-250-8440

Toll Free Phone: 800-714-5437

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Email: info@parentprojectmd.org

URL: https://www.parentprojectmd.org/

Services Provided: Information about Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy for families, including responding to a new diagnosis, finding care, and genetic testing. PPMD’s Decode Duchenne genetic testing program provides free genetic testing and counseling to people in the Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy community who otherwise could not afford genetic testing.

Runs Certified Duchenne Care Center Program, which supports standardized comprehensive care for people with Duchenne. Also promotes research and organizes advocacy initiatives.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	5/9/2019

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Patient Services Inc (PSI)

PO Box 5930
Midlothian, VA 23112
Phone: 800-366-7741

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www.patientservicesinc.org/

Address: PO Box 5930
Midlothian, VA 23112

Phone: 800-366-7741

Toll Free Phone: 800-366-7741

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Email: psiops@uneedpsi.org

URL: https://www.patientservicesinc.org/

Eligibility: Financial assistance for insured and uninsured patients with chronic illnesses. Assistance is focused on a limited number of around 20 diseases, and the list always changes.

Services Provided: Provides online disease and treatment information as well as limited financial assistance for patients with chronic illnesses who are struggling to keep up with expensive premiums and copayments. Available programs and specific illnesses are regularly updated. Financial assistance includes: subsidizing the cost of health insurance premiums; providing pharmacy and treatment copayment assistance; assisting with Medicare Part D co-insurance; providing travel assistance for transportation reimbursement.

Provider Profiles: Online resources

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	7/11/2019

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Sickle Cell Disease Association of America, Inc.

7240 Parkway Drive, Suite 180
Hanover, MD 21076
Phone: 410-528-1555

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www.sicklecelldisease.org/

Address: 7240 Parkway Drive, Suite 180
Hanover, MD 21076

Phone: 410-528-1555

Toll Free Phone: 800-421-8453

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Email: admin@sicklecelldisease.org

URL: https://www.sicklecelldisease.org/

Services Provided: National nonprofit with chapters in multiple states. Supports research, public health education, professional health education, patient services, community services, and global organizations.

Provider Profiles: Mission: To advocate for people affected by sickle cell conditions and empower community-based organizations to maximize quality of life and raise public consciousness while advancing the search for a universal cure.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/6/2020

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Tourette Association of America

42-40 Bell Blvd Suite 205
Bayside, NY 11361-2820
Phone: 718-224-2999

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tourette.org/

Address: 42-40 Bell Blvd Suite 205
Bayside, NY 11361-2820

Phone: 718-224-2999

Toll Free Phone: 888-486-8738

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Email: support@tourette.org

URL: https://tourette.org/

Services Provided: A national organization serving children, individuals and families affected by Tourette Syndrome (TS.) Comprehensive online information includes six online CME/CNE programs, programs on Recognition, Diagnosis & Treatment, and training for Allied Professionals and Educators. The website also contains resources for patients and families.

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	1/7/2020

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