Chicago Special Parent Magazine 2008

AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS resources for Illinois parents of children, teens and adults with autism spectrum disorders. group meetings, workshops and conferences and books for loan. Kids’ after-school programs held SeptemberJune. After-school clubs, summer camps and other events planned. Speech, occupational and counseling services. and children with autism spectrum disorders. (630) 889-7398 www.illinoisautism project.org aspergers.meetupcom/351 Autism Society of Illinois 2200 S. Main St., Suite 205 Lombard (630) 691-1270 Toll free: (866) 691-5553 www.autismillinois.org Early Childhood Autism Academy Jewish Child & Family Services (847) 412-4380 www.jfcschicago.org Focuses on educating and supporting children with autism spectrum disorders and their families. This support/social group is for ages 13-21 with autism spectrum disorders including autism, Asperger’s and PDD. Provides educational and practical support for parents, increases public awareness of autism, offers a referral network of professionals and promotes legislation that impacts individuals with autism and their families. Chicago Southside Autism Support Group Chicago (773) 728-2979 www.csasg.org Check the Web site for locations. MAAP Services for Autism and Asperger Syndrome P.O. Box 524 Crown Point, Ind. (219) 662-1311 www.maapservices.org National Autism Association Northwest Indiana Chapter www.northwestindiana autism.com Hug, an autism initiative that raises community awareness about the disorder. SGA offers educational workshops, facilitates early identification and provides bilingual in-home support to parents of children with autism. Essential Elements 1108 N. Miller St., Suite 6 Plainfield (815) 725-1049 Stepping Stones Pediatric Therapy 6320 W. 159th St., Suite F Oak Forest (708) 466-3347 Support and information for families and children with autism. Charlie’s Gift Autism Center The Community House 415 W. 8th St., Hinsdale (630) 323-7500 ext. 230 charliesgift.org Developmental Links for Children 380 E. Northwest Hwy. Suite 320B, Des Plaines (847) 833-2106 www.developmentallinks. com Relationship development intervention program consultant, remediating the core deficits of autism and helping kids with social deficits. Illinois Autism/ PDD Training and Technical Assistance Project 1590 S. Airfield Ave. Lombard Nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and advice to families of more advanced individuals with autism, Asperger syndrome and pervasive developmental disorder (PDD). This branch of the National Autism Association holds meetings at locations in Indiana. SGA Youth & Family Services, Operation BIG Hug 3600 W. Wrightwood Chicago (773) 772-7855 www.sga-youth.org Naperville Asperger Teen Support Group 40 Shuman Blvd. Naperville (815) 263-7895 Specializing in autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, ADHD, PDD, sensory integrative dysfunction and intervention for ages 0-18 including various neurological and orthopedic conditions. RESOURCES Programs include monthly parent support Pediatric clinic specializing in services for families SGA Youth & Family Services’ newest program is Operation BIG Talk About Curing Autism (708) 574-9328 Contact us for more information on the many accessible facilities and programs in Chicago’s parks. Working to make accessible play environments the rule (not the exception) City of Chicago, Richard M. Daley, Mayor Chicago Park District Board of Commissioners Chicago Park District, Timothy J. Mitchell, General Superintendent & CEO 32 | Specıal Parent 2008 CHICAGO | ChicagoParent.com http://aspergers.meetup.com/351 http://www.illinoisautismproject.org http://www.jfcschicago.org http://www.autismillinois.org http://www.northwestindianaautism.com http://www.maapservices.org http://www.csasg.org http://www.sga-youth.org http://www.developmentallinks.com http://charliesgift.org http://ChicagoParent.com

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Chicago Special Parent Magazine 2008 Contents In Our Shoes Of Mothers and Mission Control A Love Story Keeping the Whole Family Well What Do I Do? Resources God's Special Child Our Kids Inspirations

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