Navigating Special Needs
Lighthouse Autism Center
Multiple Locations in Greater Indy Area
(317) 802-7447 ▸ www.lighthouseautismcenter.com
Lighthouse offers the most comprehensive, fully tailored autism treatment plan to families by combining the industry-backed science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy with the proven practices of speech, language, and social therapies. We infuse ABA into all of our treatment plans to successfully teach kids with a broad range of developmental and behavior challenges.
Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources, Inc.
24970 E 95th, Cicero, IN 46034
(317) 773-7433
Agape serves all kinds of individuals and groups including families with special needs, at-risk children and youth, and seniors. We have programs specifically designed for schools, churches, senior communities, veterans, and community centers.
Best Buddies
8604 Allisonville Rd., Suite 165
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 436-8440
Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs help people with IDD form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society.
Briezy’s Bunch
11715 Fox Rd., Ste 400 #145,
Indianapolis IN 46236
(317) 597-0111
Briezy’s Bunch is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization that aims to make an impact in the lives of those affected by epilepsy by providing financial assistance, emotional support, and educational resources.
Family and Social Services Administration
2620 Kessler Blvd E Dr #105,
Indianapolis, IN 46220
(317) 205-0101 ▸ www.in.gov/fssa
Your go-to site for Disability services, Early Learning and childcare, family resources, Medicare and family services waivers.
Children’sTheraplay
9919 Towne Rd.,
Carmel, Indiana 46032
(317) 872-4166
This is one of the few clinics in the country dedicated to providing physical and occupational therapies on horseback, through an innovative treatment strategy called hippotherapy. And it is life-changing for both the children we serve and for their families.
Down Syndrome Indiana
708 E Michigan St. - check this address for accuracy
Indianapolis, IN
(317) 925-7617 ▸
Down Syndrome Indiana is a one-stopshop for information and resources on Down syndrome. The programs it offers are intended to promote the inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome in their greater community, as well as, to offer support and information to families, caregivers, educators, employers and the professionals who serve individuals with Down syndrome.
Edutherapy
1033 3rd Ave. SW, Suite 107,
Carmel, IN 46032
(630) 234-9427 ▸
I specialize in using Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to work with grief and loss, which are often accompanied by anxiety and depression. I have experience helping people with these issues, and I can help you envision and build your preferred future. Gail M. Castle, LMHC / LCPC
Indiana Family to Family
8435 Keystone Crossing, Suite 190
Indianapolis, IN
(844) 323-4636 ▸ www.familyvoices.org
Indiana Family to Family provides information, training, and one-on-one support to families of children and youth with special health care needs, and the professionals who serve them. We aim to provide families with tools to make informed decisions, advocate for improved systems and policies, and build partnerships between professionals and families.
First Steps Indiana
Families with children ages birth to third birthday who are experiencing developmental delays and/or have a diagnosed condition that has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay may be eligible for First Steps services.
GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis
5909 E 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46250
(317) 288-8235 ▸ www.gigisplayhouse.org/indianapolis
GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis, Down Syndrome Achievement Center is a place to meet new friends in a safe environment, as well as to provide the opportunity for individuals with Down syndrome and their families to grow, develop and network. Here at GiGi’s Playhouse, we desire to become a place of sanctuary, belonging, and love. GiGi’s is a place where new parents can see the potential that their child can achieve, and all individuals with Down syndrome can reach new heights.
Indiana School for the Blind
and Visually Impaired – statewide
7725 N. College Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46240
(317) 253-1481 ▸ www.in.gov/isbvi
The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is nationally and internationally recognized for its excellence and best practices
Mini Minds
580 E Carmel Dr. Suite 400, Carmel, IN 46032
5890 W Broadway, McCordsville, IN 46055
(317) 564-8332 ▸ www.miniminds.org
Let’s create a culture in your family in which both children and parents actively recognize challenges, seek solutions, welcome change and grow closer. To achieve this vision, we are offering highly personalized service plans to meet the needs of each unique child and family using a “whole brain, whole child, whole family” approach. We pride ourselves on taking the world’s latest brain research to develop skills and create strategies that work for our local families.
St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf
9192 Waldemar Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46268
(317) 471-8560 ▸ www.sjid.org
Mainstream Support Specialists will work directly with students and the professionals in local classrooms in support of auditory skills, social and self-advocacy skills, and academic performance.