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Provides a comprehensive early childhood developmental program for children ages 3-5 of low income families as well as family support services. Specific education, health and social services objectives focus on cognitive and intellectual development, physical and mental health, as well as the nutritional needs of the child. Provides a food pantry open to the public during school year months September to June. For further information or guidance in the location and selection of child care services please contact the Child Care Council of Suffolk at (631)462-0303 or the child Care Council of Nassau at (516)358-9250.

Toll-free Information and Referral Line serves hundreds of family members and service providers each year. Staff has access to extensive resources across New York State to provide individuals with the information they need. Staff provides technical assistance to families, advocates, service providers and policymakers. Access Information and Referral specialist by sending an email to [email protected] or by calling 888-326-8644.

Provides a religious school for Jewish children with special needs. Also offers cultural enrichment, parent support groups and socialization groups.

Offers monthly 4 hour respite for children with disabilities and their siblings enrolled in program. Parents drop off their children, who are cared for by Director of LITLC, students from Lynbrook High School, and other communities. Program includes dinner, crafts, music, and playtime.

Empowers families and informs and involves professionals and other individuals interested in healthy development and educational rights of children. SPAN's foremost commitment is to children with the greatest need due to disability, discrimination, and other special circumstances. Region 1 parent centers are located in: Niantic, Connecticut, Augusta, Maine, Sanford, Maine, Boston, Massachusetts, Concord, New Hampshire, Newark, New Jersey, Rochester, New York, New York City, New York, and Williston, Vermont. Call for more information.

Offers a wide range of specialized services, home and community based, to children from birth to age 21. Services include special education, ABA (applied behavior analysis), Discrete Trial Instruction, speech, occupational and physical therapy, psychology and social work and Parent Education and Counseling.

Offers comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services, including assessment protocols, school consultations, parent counseling, individual psychotherapy and medication services for youth with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

Provides families, educators, early interventionists, medical professionals, employers, and the community at large with resources to support individuals with disabilities, enabling them to become active members of their communities and meet their full potential in all aspects of life. The CCI provides multi-faceted assistance and enrichment through a variety of resources, services, events, programs, seminars, and workshops. Call for more detailed information.

Provides families, educators, early interventionists, medical professionals, employers, and the community at large with resources to support individuals with disabilities, enabling them to become active members of their communities and meet their full potential in all aspects of life. The CCI provides multi-faceted assistance and enrichment through a variety of resources, services, events, programs, seminars, and workshops. Call for more detailed information.

Provides recreational activities for children and young adults with a disability who require minimal supervision. Referral required.

Offers a scheduled proactive experience for children with developmental disabilities ages 7 and up and adults who live with their family in Suffolk and Nassau County. Respite is available seven days a week for two individuals at a time.

Provides in-home care and skills training for persons enrolled in the HCBS Waiver Program. Provides assistance in increasing independence, productivity, and integration into the community.

Provides early intervention for children birth to five, including speech/language therapy, physical and occupational therapy, special education (self-contained and integrated classes), adapted physical education, computer education, play therapy and family counseling. Also offers a nursery school, Pre-K, day care and a special program for children with autism spectrum disorders. Call for more information.

Provides education to students who are deaf and multiply handicapped deaf in a mainstream and individual class setting.

Provides referrals to the appropriate school district's Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) for evaluation to determine the needs of preschoolers with special needs. Offers information regarding services that may be available to children with disabilities who are age 3-5.

The Children with Special Healthcare Needs program is a referral linkage program to provide assistance to families for children birth to 21 years old who have serious, chornic, physical, developmental, behavioral, medical or emotional conditions.

Fundamental to the Community Independence Program is the belief that individuals with developmental disabilities can and should be given the opportunity to determine the content and character of the service they receive, identify the goals to which they aspire, and choose the individuals that would provide them with assistance in identifying and attaining their goals.

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program offers supports to CYSHCN and their families by providing timely and appropriate information and referrals to insurance, health services, and community resources to address their identified needs. The program is available to families with children and youth, ages 0 to 21, who have a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and may require health & related services.

The Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Program offers supports to CYSHCN and their families by providing timely and appropriate information and referrals to insurance, health services, and community resources to address their identified needs. The program is available to families with children and youth, ages 0 to 21, who have a chronic physical, developmental, behavioral or emotional condition and may require health & related services.

Offers a team approach (nurses, social workers, therapists and nutritionists) to provide patient/family centered asthma education and manage asthma care at home. Services include medication management, environmental and lifestyle assessment, emergency management and health monitoring through a telehealth program. Works collaboratively with patient's physician to follow treatment plans and manage asthma effectively. Communicates with school health staff and educators as needed to support children attending school.

Provides services to help children and adults with disabilities and /or special needs, as well as support to their families.

Offers many support and peer groups for individuals with disabilities including social and recreational gatherings. The groups are facilitated by individuals. Call for specific information. Groups are available for youth and adults.

Provides comprehensive, integrated, behavioral, mental, and physical health case management services to children and adults to ensure access to appropriate services, improved health outcomes and to help prevent hospitalizations. Services are provided in the home and community.

The Friendship Circle exists to create meaningful relationships between children and teens with and without special needs by celebrating their individuality, increasing confidence, igniting dreams, and redefining worldviews for all parties. Offers virtual and after school programs.

Provides dances, basketball leagues and computer classes for special needs children of Nassau County.