Advocates for people with intellectual disabilities, development disabilities and their families. Local chapters provide advocacy, information, and networks for families of people with developmental disabilities. Many chapters provide direct services, including residential services, independent living support services, employment services, and others. 107 N Pennsylvania St., Suite 800Indianapolis, IN 46204Toll Free: 800-382-9100 Phone: 317-977-2375 Fax: 317-977-2385
E-mail: thearc@arcind.org
Web Site: www.arcind.org
Provides case management, information, and referral services for persons who are aging or have developmental disabilities. Services include Medicaid Waiver Program, in-home services, nutrition services, family caregiver support, employment support, legal services and other services. Services vary by agency. Contact your local agency to see what services are available.Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) Toll Free: 800-382-9100
Web Site: http//www.in.gov/fssa/da/3478.html
A family-directed organization that works with parents, professionals, and volunteers to support children with special needs. Provides information, referrals, and peer support. 7275 Shadeland Ave.Suite 1Indianapolis, IN 46250 PH: 317-257-8683 Toll Free: 1-800-964-4746 Fax: 317-251-7488
E-mailfamilynetw@aboutspecialkids.org
Web Sitewww.aboutspecialkids.org
Provides information and referrals regarding agricultural work for people with disabilities. This includes recommendations and training to help make the farm site accessible and training. 225 S. University St. West Lafayette, IN 47907 Toll Free: 800-825-4264 Phone: 765-494-5088 Breaking New Ground is an Indiana Agr Ability Project: National Agr Ability Project: www.agrability.org
E-mail: bng@ecn.purdue.edu
Web Site: www.breakingnewground.info
Toolbox website:
Provides services for people with developmental disabilities. These services include residential facilities, independent living support services, person-centered planning, vocational services, and others. To apply for services or get more information, contact your local District office. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) 402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453 PO Box 7083 Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083 Phone: 317-233-4848 Fax: 317-233-7933
WebSite: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ ddrs/2644.htm
Provides statewide referral service to people with disabilities, their families, and professionals. CeDIR has a lending library of books, videos, and kits that circulates to any resident of Indiana. Indiana Institute on Disability and Community 1905 North Range Rd., Bloomington, IN 47408-9801 Toll Free: 800-437-7924 Phone: 812-855-9396
E-mail: cedir@indiana.edu
Web Site: www.iidc.indiana.edu/cedir/
Helps eligible families with children’s medical expenses related to a disability or chronic health condition. Section – 7B 2 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Toll Free: 800-475-1355
WebSite:http://www.in.gov/isdh/19613.htm
Provides mental health care in the form of outpatient treatment, residential treatment, managed-care services, etc. Services vary by location. Access a map of service providers at:
WebSitehttp://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/2578.htm
Consumer Service Line 1- 800-901-1133
http://www.in.gov/fssa/dm%C2%A0ha/index.htm
Telephone hotline through the Indiana State Department of Health. Responds to all categories of calls for assistance. Toll Free: 800-433-0746 TTY: 866-275-1274
Provides information, problem-solving assistance, and referrals for implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other related laws. Their hotline will connect you with a Technical Assistance Specialist who can answer your ADA-related questions. University of Illinois at Chicago Institute on Disability & Human Development (MC 728) 1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405 Chicago, IL 60608 Toll Free: 800-949-4232 (V/TTY) Phone: 312-413-1407 (V/TTY) Fax: 312-413-1856
Web Site: www.adagreatlakes.org/
Provides education, resources, and advocacy, as well as information for interpreters. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) 402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453 P.O. Box 7083 Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083 Toll Free: 800-962-8408 Phone: 317-232-1143 (V/TTY) Fax: 317-233-1566
WebSite: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/2637.htm
Provides services to families and children including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid, and Hoosier Health wise. To apply for these services, contact your local county DFR office. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)402 W. Washington St.P.O. Box 7083 GCS – Rm. W392Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083 Phone: 317-232-4704 Fax: 317-232-4490
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ 2407.htm
Local mental health center will assist individuals in determining their eligibility. Eligibility under the Hoosier Assurance Plan (HAP) is based on income levels and family size. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) 402 W. Washington Street P.O. Box 7083 Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083 Toll Free: 800-901-1133 Phone: 317- 232-7800 TTY: 317-232-7844
http://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/index.htm
Promotes public policy which leads to the independence and inclusion of people with disabilities. Receives and disseminates federal funds to support programs that empower individuals and families and advocate systems change. 150 West Market St., Suite 628 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Phone: 317-232-7770 Fax: 317-233-3712
E-mail: gpcpd@gpcpd.org
WebSite: www.state.in.us/gpcpd
Enforces Indiana civil rights laws, prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, education, public accommodation, and credit. This includes Fair Housing and many ADA provisions. 100 North Senate Ave. Indiana Government Center North, Room N103 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Toll Free: 800-628-2909 Phone: 317-232-2600 TTY: 800-742-3333 Fax: 317-232-6580
Web Site: https://www.in.gov/icrc
Family-centered system that provides early intervention for children with developmental delays and/or who are developmentally vulnerable. First Steps serves children from birth through age three. Services include special instruction, health services, physical therapy, speech pathology, assistive technology, social work services, family support, and other services. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) Bureau of Child Development Indiana Division of Family and Children 402 W. Washington St., Rm. W386 (MS02) Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739 Toll Free: 800-441-7837 (IN residents only) Phone: 317-232-1144
E-mail: cholloway@fssa.state.in.us
http://www.in.gov/ fssa/ddrs
Advocates for people with disabilities. Works to investigate or cause an investigation into incidences of discrimination against people with disabilities. Provides information and technical assistance to people with disabilities, assists people and families with finding appropriate medical services, assists families in securing free and appropriate public education, and other services. 4701 N. Keystone Ave.., Suite 222 Indianapolis, IN 46205 Toll Free: 800-622-4845 Phone: 317-722-5555 (V/TTY) Fax: 317-722-5564
E-mail: grichter@ipas.state.in.us
WebSite: www.in.gov/ipas
Fosters communities that welcome, value, and support the participation and contributions of people of all ages and abilities through research, education, and service. Provides training, referral services, and information. Indiana’s University’s Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities 1905 North Range Rd., Bloomington, IN 47408-9801 Toll Free: 800-825-4733 Phone: 812-855-6508 Fax: 812-855-9630 TTY: 812-855-9396
E-mail: iidc@indiana.edu
Web Site: www.iidc.indiana.edu
Assists lower-income residents of Indiana by providing insurance coverage for health care, including Hoosier Healthwise for Children. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) P.O. Box 1484 Indianapolis, IN 46206 Toll Free: 800-889-9949
http://www.in.gov/fssa/ompp/2544.htm
Works to provide access to assistive technology to people with disabilities. Provides information, training, referrals, and an equipment exchange network. 4740 Kingsway Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46205 Phone: 317-466-2013 Toll Free: 888-466-1314 Fax: 317-466-2000
E-mail: Wwingler@easersealscrossroads.org
May not be available in all counties and available services may vary. Provides services, support, and information to people with disabilities. Offers benefits planning, employment support, independent living skills training, individual and systems advocacy, and other services.
Web Site: http://www.icoil.org
County List for Local Centers for Independent Living:
http://www.icoil.org/%C2%A0links/Default.aspx
Room 229 State House 151 West Ohio Street Indianapolis, IN 46204-2798 Toll Free: 877-851-4106 Phone: 317-232-6610 (V/TTY) Fax: 317-232-8004
Web Site: www.doe.in.gov/
Provides free legal assistance to eligible low-income people in civil matters. Legal services information is organized by county. Phone: 877-323-6260x
Web Site: www.indianajustice.org
Assists people (with or without disabilities) with employment and training services. Indiana Workforce Development 10 North Senate Indianapolis, IN 46204 Toll Free: 888-967-5663
E-mail: workone@dwd.in.gov
Web Site: www.in.gov/dwd
Provides assessments (including hearing tests, hearing aid recommendations, language and communication assessments, etc.) and training for public and private enterprises. ISD also has a written materials and video lending library. 1200 E. 42nd St Indianapolis, IN 46205 Toll Free: 800-724-9550 Phone: 317-924-8415
http://www.deafho osiers.com/Outreach
Provides parents, families, and service providers the information and training necessary to help children and youth with disabilities. Provides parent-to-parent training and support networks. 1703 South Ironwood Drive South Bend, IN 46613 Toll Free: 800-332-4433 Phone: 219-234-7101 (V/TTY) Fax: 219-234-7279
E-mail: insource@insource.org
Web Site: www.insource.org
Provides information and referral for all state government services, including permits, licenses, etc. Powerful Parents & Consumers Liaison 8585 Broadway Suite 860 Merrillville, IN 46410 Phone 866-672-4764 Fax: 219-738-9947 State Information Center Toll Free: 800-457-8283 Phone: 317-233-0800
Web Site: http://www.gotoipmg.com/
Provides information, referrals, family support services, advocacy, diagnostic and treatment clinics, equipment funding and support services to people with cerebral palsy and their families. 107 N. Pennsylvania St. Suite 804 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Toll Free: 800-723-7620 Phone: 317-632-3561
WebSite: http://ucpaindy.org/
Provides individualized services to people with disabilities in order to prepare them for, obtain, or retain employment. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) 402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453 PO Box 7083 Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083 Toll Free: 800-545- 7763 Phone: 317-232-1319 Fax: 317-232-6478
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/ fssa/ddrs/2636.htm
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