Resources for Parents
CARD
Register with CARD (Center for Autism and Related Disabilities) You will be assigned a CARD clinician that can help you with referrals and support services.
https://www.umcard.org/home/
Special Olympics
Special Olympics offers sports training and competitions for individuals with disabilities.
https://specialolympicsflorida.org/miami-dade/
The Cerebral Palsy Toolkit
When your child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy, it can dramatically alter the life you imagined for your child and your family. Caring for a child with cerebral palsy requires significant time and energy, and it can take a toll on your family’s finances. This guide can help you find support, cope with the changes, and explore ways to set your child on a path to a bright future.
https://www.levinperconti.com/birth-injury/cerebral-palsy/guide-toolkit/
Parent to Parent of Miami
Parent to Parent of Miami helps parents advocate for their children with special needs.
https://www.ptopmiami.org/
Shake-A-Leg Miami
Shake-A-Leg Miami uses a therapeutic approach with children and adults with developmental and physical challenges - https://www.shakealegmiami.org/
Friendship Circle Miami
Friendship Circle Miami uses a special approach to target social interactions between children.
https://www.friendshipcirclemiami.org/
PBP’s Hurricane Prep Tips
As Hurricane Milton approaches, we want to share some helpful tips for families with neurodivergent kids to ensure your child feels safe and secure during the storm.