Disability Support Resources

Our comprehensive Resource Guide, designed for families of children with disabilities or special healthcare needs, features over 50 dedicated agencies offering a wide range of services and support to help you navigate and access the resources your family needs.

Abilities Tennis Association of NC

Website: www.atanc.org Mission: Our mission is to promote fitness, foster community, and champion inclusion for individuals with intellectual disabilities through the adaptive sport of tennis. Contact: info@atanc.org

Above and Beyond Therapy

Website:https://www.abtaba.com
Our organization specializes in delivering exceptional ABA therapy to children diagnosed with autism, allowing us to initiate services for those in need promptly.
Contact: 877-596-4920

Advocates for Medically Fragile Kids NC

Website: https://www.advocatesformedicallyfragilekidsnc.com
Mission: Education and Advocacy around available services for medically fragile kids.
Contact: advocatesforfragilekidsnc@gmail.com

After Gateway

Website: https://aftergateway.org/
Mission: We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for adults with multiple and/or severe developmental disabilities. Our day health program is certified through the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Aging as a specialized care provider for developmental disabilities.
Contact: 336-379-7670

Ainsley's Angels in the Triad

Website: https://www.ainsleysangels.org/
Mission: To build awareness about the importance of inclusion, through action, while transforming populations into all-inclusive communities.
Contact: nctriad@ainsleysangels.org

Alexander Youth Network

Mission: We believe an integrated treatment approach to mental health is the best way to address children’s needs.
Website: www.alexanderyouthnetwork.org
Contact:(855) 362-8470

Allegro Music Therapy

Website: http://www.allegromusictherapy.com/home.html
Mission: Allegro Music Therapy & Education Services Inc. provides individual and group music therapy, and education in a variety of settings. We serve typical children, teens and adults of all ages, as well as those with special needs.
Contact: 336-681-8104, allegromusictherapy@gmail.com

Arboro Empowered

Mission: Arboro Empowered connects families with specialists and support services. Find speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, counseling, tutoring and many activities.
Website:www.arboroempowered.com
Contact:hello@arboroempowered.com

Arc Barks

Website: https://arcbarks.com/
Mission: The arcBARKS Dog Treat Company was created by The Arc of Greensboro in response to an increasing need for post-high school options for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. arcBARKS is a self-funding program that provides vocational training in the real world setting of a dog treat bakery.
Contact: 336-285-9067

Arc of Greensboro

Website: https://arcg.org/
Mission: The Arc of Greensboro is committed to securing for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they learn, live, work, and play.
Contact: info@arcg.org

Arc of High Point

Website: https://www.arcofhp.org/
Mission: The Arc of High Point is committed to securing for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they learn, live, work, and play.
Contact: 336-883-0650

A Special Blend

Website: www.aspecialblend.org
Mission: A non-profit business that employs adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a setting that interacts with the community. Our mission is to improve the quality of their lives and to broaden the public’s perception of people with disabilities. Contact: asbinfo@aspecialblend.org or 336-763-0205

Autism Learning Partners
Website: www.autismlearningpartners.com/locations/greensboro/Mission: The mission of Autism Learning Partners is to provide the highest level of clinical expertise to facilitate significant and sustainable improvement for the individuals and families we serve.

Autism Society of NC

Website: www.autismsociety-nc.org
Mission: The Autism Society of North Carolina improves the lives of individuals with autism, supports their families, and educates communities.
Contact: 800-442-2762

Autism Unbound

Website: autismunbound.org/
Mission: To enable persons affected by autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to live more independent, full lives by influencing the future today. Our focus is dedicated to the areas of advocacy, education and support. We are committed to fundraisers and special events throughout the year to bring our mission from vision to reality.
Contact: 336-218-6163. info@autismunbound.org

BAYADA Habilitation

Website: bit.ly/2QbzEPU
Mission: Helping people have a safe home life with comfort, independence, and dignity. BAYADA Home Health Care provides nursing, rehabilitative, therapeutic, hospice, and assistive care services to children, adults, and seniors worldwide. Contact: 336-852-2000

Blue Balloon ABA

Website: https://www.blueballoonaba.com/
Mission: To create a positive difference and significantly improve the quality of life of children with autism spectrum disorders and others, by providing effective treatment techniques, based on the child’s individual needs. Our commitment is to establish a cooperative partnership through trust, respect, and communication with families. Let’s make the pieces fit together!
Contact: info@blueballoonaba.com

Born to Perform Performing Arts Studio

Mission: Born to Perform is a welcoming and inclusive performing arts studio offering camps and classes for students of all backgrounds and accessibility levels.
Website: www.born2performstudio.com
Contact: born2performstudio@gmail.com

Buddy Break (West Market Church)
Website: https://www.westmarketchurch.org/special-needs
Buddy Break is a free kids program where kids with special needs (VIP kids) make new friends, have fun playing games, and hear and see great children’s stories, videos, music, and more! Siblings have fun too! Meanwhile, their caregivers get a three-hour break from their ongoing caregiving responsibilities.
Contact: 336-275-4587

Camp Carefree

Website: www.campcarefree.org
Mission:Camp Carefree is a place where kids can just be kids. We provide a free, one-week camping experience for kids ages 6 to 16 with chronic illnesses and disabilities, including cancer, Spina Bifida, down syndrome, epilepsy and more. Our program also includes camps for well siblings of ill children, and a week for children with a sick parent.
Contact: directors@campcarefree.org

Camp Reach

Website: facebook.com/campREACH.org
Mission: Camp REACH is a summer camp for children and young adults with disabilities who have severe language challenges.
Contact: campreachinfo@gmail.com

Cheshire Center

Website: https://www.cheshirecenter.net/
Private Speech Language Therapy
Mission: To improve the quality of life of individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to providing efficient, effective and economical services of value to our clients. We meet each client’s unique needs through working in partnership with the client and family. Contact: 336-375-2240

Chez Genèse

Website: www.chezgenese.com
Mission: We believe the desire to find meaning and fulfilling work is woven into basic human need and nature, and that every person has a skill set to contribute. It is our goal, as a team, to come alongside incredible individuals who (due to an intellectual or developmental disability) may oftentimes have the odds stacked against them in the workforce, to help develop and celebrate their own interests and potential.
Contact: info@chezgenese.com or 336-663-7399

Children's Home Society

Mission: To promote the right of every child to a permanent, safe, and loving family.Vision: Every family is supported by trusted resources that lead to equitable opportunities for enduring family success.
Website: https://chsnc.org/
Contact:1-800-632-1400

Christine Joyner Greene Education Center

Website: https://www.gcsnc.com/Page/33
Mission: We believe every student is capable, valuable, and responsible, able to live a meaningful life and contribute uniquely to society. At Christine Joyner Greene Education Center, our mission is to prepare students for transitioning from school to work and community with dignity and purpose. Using research-based methods and partnering with families, professionals, and students, we create an environment that encourages learning in enjoyable, real-world settings
Contact: 336-454-7440

CODA Connections
Website: https://www.codaconnectionsinc.org/
Mission: CODA Connections, Inc. is a 501(c )3 non-profit established to serve Deaf families and Children Of Deaf Adults. We strive to connect Deaf families and children to critical resources to ensure each family member reaches their full potential.
Contact: info@codaconnectionsinc.org

Communication Powerhouse

Website: https://communicationpowerhousenc.com
Speech and language therapy; augmentative communication; evaluation, education, consultation, and therapy.
Contact: contactus@communicationpowerhousenc.com or 336-446-9237

Community Theatre Greensboro: OnStage & Inclusive

Website: https://ctgso.org/outreach/onstage-and-inclusive/
‘OnStage & Inclusive is a unique program that engages adults and children with disabilities to work on self-expression, advocacy and communication skills through theatre.
Contact: 336-333-7470

Corporation of Guardianship

Website: www.corpguard.org
Mission: The Corporation of Guardianship is a private, non-profit organization providing fiduciary services and care management to vulnerable persons based on person-centered principles. We serve in four primary roles on behalf of older adults and individuals with disabilities including Guardianship, Trustee of Special Needs Trust, Power-of-Attorney, Representative Payee and Umbrella Pooled Trust.
Contact: 336-273-5389

Dance Project

Website: https://danceproject.org/special-classes/
Our 501(c)3 non-profit organization encompasses the NC Dance Festival, a statewide tour of NC choreography; The School, our community dance studio in the Cultural Center; our Outreach Programming, providing free and low-cost classes and performances in community settings; and The Van Dyke Dance Group, which performs and manages the repertoire of Dance Project founder, Jan Van Dyke (1941-2015).
Contact: info@danceproject.org

Disability Advocacy Center (DAC)

Website: www.dac-cil.org
Mission: DAC's mission is to assist persons with disabilities with accomplishing their independent living goals and objectives. We strive to ensure that the community in which they live is fully accessible, including equal access to programs and services. We are a nonprofit Center for Independent Living (CIL) serving people with cross-disabilities in Guilford, Alamance, Randolph, Rockingham, and Caswell counties. Contact: 336-419-0784

Down Syndrome Network of Greater Greensboro

Website: http://www.dsngg.org/
Mission: We are committed to enriching the lives of individuals with Down syndrome by connecting with new families, providing social and educational opportunities for our members, and promoting awareness and inclusion of individuals with Down syndrome in our community.
Contact: dsngginfo@gmail.com

Exceptional Children's Assistance Center

Website: https://www.ecac-parentcenter.org/
Mission: Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC) is a private, nonprofit parent organization, committed to improving the lives and education of ALL children through a special emphasis on children with disabilities and special healthcare needs.
Contact: 704-892-1321

Family Support Network of Central Carolina

Website: www.fsncc.org
Mission: Providing support, education, and caring connections to those who have a child with a disability, special healthcare needs, or who have experienced a NICU stay. This includes parent mentors, support groups for parents, NICU support, special events, and educational sessions.
Contact: support@fsncc.org or 336-832-6507

Gateway Education Center

Website: https://www.gcsnc.com/gateway_education_center
Mission: To be a model program for the education and care of children, 3-22 years of age, with severe cognitive, physical, and/or medical disabilities. Education and care includes developing and maintaining, with dignity, humanity, and purpose, each student and his/her family's potential in the areas of health, social/emotional, behavioral, vocational, daily living, and academics.
Contact: 336-375-2575

Greensboro Children's Developmental Services Agency
Website: https://beearly.nc.gov/
Mission: Provide support and services for families and their children, birth to three who have developmental delays. Our vision for families and caregivers of children enrolled in the N.C. Infant Toddler Program is that they will be able to help their children reach their maximum potential.
Contact: 743-902-5460

Growing Connections for Pediatric Achievements/GCPA

Website: www.gcpa.org
Mission: We exist to serve children with developmental differences and special health care needs from birth to three years of age, empowering them and their families to achieve their developmental goals and access their full potential.
Contact: gcpa1950@gmail.com, 336-663-1957

Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc.

Website: https://www.greensborodowntownparks.org/
Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. strives to create beautiful spaces that are safe and accessible for all people. We rely on the cooperation of our community in keeping these parks safe and the operations of the facilities in line with our policies.
Contact: info@greensborodowntownparks.org

Greensboro Mayor's Committee for Persons with Disabilities

Website: www.greensboro-nc.gov/government/mayor-s-committee-for-persons-with-disabilities
Mission: The committee works to enhance awareness, education, social, and employment opportunities to promote inclusion and reduce barriers. It's also active in many community boards and committees advocating for the rights of people with disabilities.
Contact: gmcpdinfo@gmail.com

Greensboro Parks and Rec (Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation)

Website: https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/AIR
Mission: Recreation services for individuals of all abilities. Operating from a strength-based perspective, we strive to encourage each participant to attain their highest level of independent functioning by increasing leisure awareness, introducing and building a variety of skills, and promoting active engagement in the Greensboro community. We advocate for and provide inclusive recreational opportunities for all. Adaptive sports: tennis, bowling, golf, and more.
Contact: 336-373-2626

Greensboro Public Library

Website: https://library.greensboro-nc.gov/
Mission: In partnership with the community, the Greensboro Public Library strives to provide free and equal access to information, foster lifelong learning, and inspire the joys of reading.
Contact: 336- 373-2015

Guilford County Schools' Exceptional Children Services

Website: www.gcsnc.com/Domain/2414
Mission: A collaborative team that serves and advocates for students with disabilities through the provision of personalized instruction in the least restrictive environment in order for students to develop cognitively, socially, vocationally and emotionally. Contact: Jacqui Hawkins, 336-370-8355

Guilford County Partnership for Children (Smart Start)

Website: www.guilfordchildren.org
Mission: Our mission is to partner with families, early childhood educators, and our community to support the diverse needs of children, prenatal to age five, ensuring their success in school and in life.
Phone: 336-274-5437

Haynes Inman Education Center

Website: https://www.gcsnc.com/Haynes-Inman_Education_Center
Mission: To be a school within a diverse community that fosters and encourages each student to develop his or her full potential and to live a full meaningful life. To bring this vision to reality, we will create a safe, inviting, and nurturing environment to work together to support our school community.
Contact: 336-881-7170

Healing Hands Therapeutic Ranch

Mission: We Empower Children to Lead Happy and Fulfilled Lives
Website: https://www.healinghandstr.com
Contact: Healinghandstr@gmail.com

Herbin-Metz Education Center

Website: https://www.gcsnc.com/herbin-metz_education_center
Mission: Using research-based instructional methods, we create an environment that encourages learning in enjoyable and generalized settings. All students are celebrated here for the unique gifts and joy shared with us every day.
Contact: 336-333-7065

High Point Parks and Rec (ASPIRE: Adaptive Sports, Programs & Inclusive Recreation):

www.highpointnc.gov/2300/ASPIRE
High Point Parks & Recreation enhances quality of life by providing opportunities through innovative programs, parks and facilities for present and future generations. We strongly believe that all individuals with disabilities and medical conditions have the right – and should be given the opportunity – to participate in programs that promote joy and growth and enhance quality of life.
Contact: 336-883-3469

Horsepower

Website: https://www.horsepower.org/
Mission: Our mission is to promote and enhance the welfare of individuals with physical, intellectual, and/or emotional disabilities through a program of therapeutic, educational, and recreational activities using horses.
Contact: 336-931-1424, ride@horsepower.org

iCan House

Website: https://icanhouse.org
Mission: Rooted in positive thinking, iCan House seeks to enhance the lives of neurodivergent individuals by teaching social skills, providing educational
opportunities, maintaining a hub of local resources, and providing a support network. iCan House provides an optimistic, transformational experience for children, teens, and adults, helping a misunderstood population learn how the world works and how they can succeed in it.
Contact: info@icanhouse.org

I Can Shine- I Can Bike! I Can Swim! I Can Dance!

Website: https://icanshine.org
Mission: ICan Shine provides quality learning opportunities in recreational activities
for individuals with disabilities. By creating an environment where each person is empowered to maximize their individual abilities, everyone can shine!
Contact: info@icanshine.org

InFocus Advocacy

Website: https://www.infocusadvocacy.org/
Mission: Creating self-advocates, families, and communities to enhance the image of people living with a disability. Our work contributes to the creation of inclusive communities, where everyone is welcome and valued.
Contact: 336-510-0695

Keeley Park (Up-In-The-Air Inclusive Park)- McLeansville

Website: https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/parks-recreation/parks-gardens/keeley-park
A brand new inclusive playground for children.
Contact: 336-373-2489

Kernersville Parks and Recreation Department: Adaptive and Inclusion Services

Website: https://kvparks.com/recreation-programs/adaptive-inclusion-programs/Mission: Our Adaptive and Inclusion division offers programs to people with disabilities as well as inclusion support. Our programs are designed to develop skills, foster friendships, and increase self-confidence among those that participate. We work to provide quality experiences for participants of all genders and ages!Contact: Emily Crisco, Adaptive and Inclusion Coordinator
ecrisco@toknc.com or 336-564-2241

Kopper Top Life Learning Center Inc.

Website: http://www.koppertop.org/
Mission: Provides inclusive programs, including recreation therapy, equine-assisted activities, and educational opportunities to all individuals, using animals as therapists. Contact: info@koppertop.org

Legs Financial

Mission: We specializes in working with families caring for loved ones with special needs. Serving those families through financial planning that enables experiences and provides a path to give them a leg up on their financial journey.
Website: https://www.legsfinancial.com
Contact: 336-265-6252

Lewis Educational Therapy & Services

Mission: Our mission is to empower students to overcome learning challenges, build confidence, and develop the skills for lifelong learning. Services we provide: evaluations, educational therapy, IEP support/ advocacy.
Website: www.lets-gso.com
Contact:hello@lets-gso.com

Lifespan Enrichment Programs

Website: https://www.lifespanservices.org/mosaic-art-studios/
Mission: Committed to enhancing the quality of life of every individual we serve by providing them with meaningful choices and empowering them to be as independent as possible. Whether in a residential group home or an adult day enrichment program, our dedicated staff provides a nurturing environment with high standards of care. Programs include Mosaic Art Studio and Creative Campuses Day Programs. Contact: 336-455-1618

Make A Wish Central and Western NC

Website: https://wish.org/nc
Mission: Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We seek to bring every eligible child's wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey.
Contact: 336-778-2522

Manitas Felices

Mission: We provide emotional support, advocacy, help with transitions and training for the special needs community and families. Services: Community outings, support for mothers, emotional support, educational workshops, celebrations, free weekly music classes, volunteering, counseling, and referrals.
Website:manitasfelicesorg.com
Contact: 336-963-6713

Miracle League of High Point

Website: www.highpointnc.gov/2304/The-Miracle-League-of-High-Point
Mission: “Every Child Deserves A Chance To Play Baseball.” Designed for youth, teens and adults with disabilities to play in an organized baseball league.
Contact: Timpani Troxler, Miracle League Commissioner at 336.883.3483 or e-mail timpani.troxler@highpointnc.gov

Mount Jubilee Ministries

Website: https://mountjubilee.org
Mission: Christ-centered community offering dynamic opportunities for those with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities and their families. MJM believes that ALL people, regardless of their ability, have a God-ordained purpose for their lives and should have the opportunity to live as contributing members of society. Currently, we operate three day-programs, a summer camp, along with several other events throughout the year.
Contact: 336-552-3766

NC ABLE

Website: https://ncable.nc.gov/
Mission: Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts are designed for people of all ages with the occurrence of disability before the age of 26. The NC ABLE Program allows eligible individuals the opportunity to save and fund a variety of qualified disability expenses while maintaining Medicaid, SSI1 and other public supports.
Contact: nc.clientservice@savewithable.com

NC Cleft and Craniofacial Center (Atrium)

Website: https://www.wakehealth.edu/specialty/c/cleft-lip-and-craniofacial-center Cleft and craniofacial care for patients in North Carolina (including plastic surgery, speech, audiology, neuropsychology, ENT
Contact: 336-716-4579

NC Department of Health and Human Services

Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/child-and-family-well-being/whole-child-health-section/best-practices
Mission: NCDHHS offers a toll-free helpline for parents/caregivers and professionals who work with Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN).
Contact: 800-737-3028

NC Medicaid Enrollment Broker

Website: https://ncmedicaidplans.gov/en
Mission: We partner with the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) to provide community outreach and education on changes to NC Medicaid Managed Care and Medicaid Expansion, including navigating the enrollment process.
Contact: 833-870-5500

New Arrivals Institute

Mission: The New Arrivals Institute assists Refugees and Immigrants with self-sufficiency and US citizenship through education.
Website: https://newarrivalsinstitute.org
Contact: 336-365-8623

Oak Street Health

Website: https://www.oakstreethealth.com/
Mission: Oak Street Health is committed to providing inclusive, patient-centered care and services. With a strong focus on accessibility and equity, they strive to meet patients where they are—physically, financially, and with dignity—while upholding a clear nondiscrimination policy that affirms their commitment to serving individuals of all abilities.
Contact: 312-802-0747

Opal Autism Centers
Services: ABA and Diagnostic Testing
Website: https://opalautism.com/
Contact: hello@opalautism.com

Peacehaven

Website: https://www.peacehavenfarm.org/
Mission: Our mission is now to connect people of all abilities through inclusive living, learning, work, and play.
Contact: dana.roseboro@peacehavenfarm.org

Pediatric Speech and Language Services, Inc.

Website: https://pediatricspeechnc.com/
Mission: PSLS is committed to high-quality patient and family-centered therapy. We believe in the development of specialty skills and offer specialists in the treatment of pediatric articulation, language, oral motor/swallowing/feeding disorders, apraxia as well as all methodologies of teaching language to the deaf and hard of hearing. Contact: 336-541-8167

Piedmont Advanced Therapy, LLC

Services: We are a speech therapy clinic located in Adams Farm in Greensboro, NC. On staff we have bilingual SLPs and Certified Autism Specialists.
Website: www.piedmontadvancedtherapy.com
Contact: 704-578-4128

Q's Corner (High Point)

Website: https://myqscorner.com/
Mission: A sensory-friendly gym that is open to the public and located in High Point, NC. Our mission as an organization is to create a “Judgement Free Zone” in all of our facilities for children and parents of all ability levels.
Contact: contactus@myqscorner.com

Ragsdale Family YMCA

Website: https://www.ymcagreensboro.org/
Mission: Quad F is a social program for adults on the autism spectrum that also offers diverse ability swim lessons.
Contact: 336-882-9622

Ricky Proehl P.O.W.E.R. of Play Foundation (Proehlific Park)

Website: https://proehlificpark.com/our-foundation/
Mission: Our mission is to provide financial assistance to at-risk children in the Triad and throughout NC. We believe every child deserves to grow and develop in a safe and loving environment.
Contact: foundation@proehlificpark.com

Salvage Garden

About: Salvage Garden is dedicated to reclaiming the value of all individuals. Salvage Garden hosts sensory worship for all ages and abilities, a family-friendly, interactive, no pressure service that engages our senses as we explore our values and stories of faith. With different stories, we celebrate the diversity of our human family and the unity of our call to love and justice.
Website: http://salvagegarden.org/
Contact: melissa@salvagegarden.org

Triad Air Awareness

Website: https://triadair.org/
Mission: Our program partners with schools, groups, businesses, nonprofits, and government agencies to promote cleaner, healthier air for all Triad residents. Our education focuses on air pollution, its impacts on health and the environment, and pollution reduction strategies. We provide giveaways and information on interpreting air quality forecasts, especially for sensitive groups like children, older adults, those with heart and lung conditions, and environmental justice communities.
Contact: 336-703-2440

Salvage Garden- First Lutheran Church
Website: http://salvagegarden.org/
Salvage Garden strives to reclaim the value of all individuals, emphasizing their inclusion and integration in multiple settings while supporting each person on a unique path to wholeness. Salvage Garden meets in person on the second Saturday of each month at 10 a.m. at First Lutheran Church, 3600 West Friendly Ave., and meets virtually on the fourth Saturday of each month.
Contact: melissaLguthrie@hotmail.com

Sandhills Center

Website: https://www.sandhillscenter.org/
Mission: The Sandhills Center offers support programs to assist families with children facing emotional, learning, and behavioral challenges by providing individual support, advocacy, and community-focused training. Sandhills Center, a Local Management Entity-Managed Care Organization (LME-MCO) serving nine central North Carolina counties, is dedicated to ensuring accessible treatment options, supporting our Provider Network, and enhancing community well-being.
Contact: 877-685-2415

Sibshops (Family Support Network of Central Carolina)
Website: https://www.fsncc.org/sibshops
Mission: Sibshops is our free social support group for siblings of children with disabilities (grades 1-6). This program is free to all Guilford County residents (and surrounding counties)
Contact: support@fsncc.org

Special Olympics North Carolina – Guilford/Greensboro
Website: www.sonc.net
Mission: Special Olympics provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts and skills, and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.
Contact: guilford@sonc.net

Summer Camp Directory (Family Support Network Central Carolina) Website: https://www.fsncc.org/summer-camp-directory
A comprehensive list of Summer Camps available for children with disabilities in NC. Contact: support@fsncc.org

Sunrise ABA and Autism Services

Website: https://www.sunriseabaandautism.com/
Mission: At Sunrise, ABA principles are adapted to the individual treatment needs of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder to improve the quality of their lives in all settings, e.g., home, school, recreation, and community.
Contact: 336 645-6733

TEACCH Autism Program

Website: https://teacch.com/regional-centers/greensboro-teacch-center/Mission: The Greensboro TEACCH® Center serves individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. Services include diagnostic evaluations, treatment planning and implementation, education, consultation, employment services, training opportunities, and research.
Contact: TEACCH@unc.edu

The Division Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

Website: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/services-deaf-and-hard-hearing
We work to ensure that all Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or DeafBlind North Carolinians have the ability to communicate their needs and to receive information easily and effectively in all aspects of their lives, especially their health and well-being.
Contact: 336-273-9692

Thrive Pediatric Care

Website: https://www.facebook.com/thrivespcsoutheast
Mission: Providing high-quality clinical home care to medically fragile children so they can grow & flourish.
Contact: 336-764-1000

Top Soccer

Website: https://www.ncfusion.org/topsoccer-east/
Mission: TOPSoccer was started by US Youth Soccer in 1991 to serve as a community-based program for younger athletes with mental or physical disabilities.
Contact: topsoccer-east@ncfusion.org

UNCG Speech and Hearing Center

Website: https://shc.uncg.edu/
Mission: Our mission is to provide prevention, evaluation, and intervention services for people with hearing and communication disorders.

United Way of Greater Greensboro Family Success Center
Website: https://childrenandfamiliesfirstnc.org/family-success-center
Mission: Offers services in one location and removes barriers by offering childcare and transportation. Our nationally recognized model serves the entire family and is empowering people to become financially stable.
Contact: 336-369-5038

Victory Junction
Website: https://victoryjunction.org/
Mission: Victory Junction enriches the lives of children with serious illnesses by providing life-changing camping experiences that are exciting, fun, and empowering, at no cost to children or their families.
Contact: info@victoryjunction.org

We Rock the Spectrum Kid's Gym
Website: https://www.werockthespectrumtriad.com
Mission: We Rock the Spectrum Triad is a sensory-safe gym for children that provides kids of ALL abilities a place to play and grow together.
Contact: 336-310-4758 | info@werockthespectrumtriad.com

Additional resources by county.

ALAMANCE COUNTY: Alamance County Schools Exceptional Children's Department: Providing special education programs and other services for children ages 3 and up.

Alamance Partnership for Children: A wealth of services for families, including parent education, access to health and developmental screenings, childcare assistance, and much more.

Lifespan Circle School: Lifespan is an inclusive program supporting children with developmental delays and typically developing children from six weeks of age until they start kindergarten.

The ARC of Alamance County: Advocacy organization for persons with developmental disabilities.

Chapel Hill TEACCH Center: Diagnostic and therapeutic services for persons with autism spectrum disorder. Also offers training and education for parents, teachers, and other service providers.

Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA)- Local office for the state Infant-Toddler program, providing early intervention and service coordination for children from birth-3 years. Call 336.449.4055 for more information.

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Alamance County Chapter: Information, advocacy, and support groups for people with mental illness and those who care for them.
CASWELL COUNTY: Children's Developmental Services Agency: Provides evaluation and assessment, as well as Service Coordination for qualifying children aged birth - 3. Caswell County is served through the Greensboro Branch office. For more information, call 335.334.5601.

Caswell County Schools Exceptional Children's Department: Providing special education programs and other services for children ages 3 and up.

Caswell County Partnership for Children: Offers a variety of services for children birth through age eighteen and families, including childcare resource and referral, youth programs, parenting programs and much more.

Caswell County Health Department: Serving the community through Child Service Coordination; health services to women & children, WIC program; maternity & postpartum care services; and more.

Governor Morehead Preschool: Providing early intervention services to children with visual impairments from birth-5 throughout central North Carolina, Greensboro office. More more information, call 336.334.5748.
GUILFORD COUNTY: ARC of Greensboro: We believe that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are entitled to the rights afforded every American and that they demand to be included and participate as full members of the community. Here at the ARC, we believe everybody deserves a choice and a voice! We believe in and support the concept of People First. The ARC believes that all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are defined by their own strengths, abilities and inherent value, not by their disabilities. The ARC provides many programs such as Challenger Sports, ArcBarks, employment options, and art classes.

Autism Society of NC: The Autism Society of North Carolina provides support and promotes opportunities that enhance the lives of individuals within the autism spectrum and their families.

Allegro Music Therapy: Allegro provides individual and group music therapy, and education in a variety of settings. We serve typical children, teens and adults of all ages, as well as those with special needs. This includes individuals with learning differences, physical and developmental disabilities, those with diagnoses along the autism spectrum, Alzheimer's disease and other aging-related conditions, traumatic brain injury, acute and chronic pain and medical patients.

Buddy Break: This resource provides 3 FREE hours of respite for parents of children with special needs. Held at West Market Street United Methodist Church on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Siblings are welcome as well. If your child would like to attend Buddy Break, make sure you call to reserve a spot. Please email buddybreak@wmsumc.org for more information.

Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA)- Greensboro: Our area Early Intervention office, offering diagnostic evaluations, access to therapy services, and service coordination for children from birth to age 3. Parents, physicians, and other service providers may make referrals to the CDSA to arrange for screenings and consultations. For more information, please call (336) 334-5601 or email Debbi.

Greensboro Cerebral Palsy Association: Shares information for parents and caregivers of children with CP, including information on treatment options, causes, and symptoms.

Gateway Education Center: The Mission of Gateway Education Center is to be a model program for the education and care of children, 3-22 years of age, with severe cognitive, physical, and/or medical disabilities. Education and care include developing and maintaining, with dignity, humanity, and purpose, each student and his/her family's potential in the areas of health, social/emotional, behavioral, vocational, daily living, and academics.

Guilford County Schools Exceptional Children & Psychological Services Office: Providing diagnostic assessments, case management, and school placement assistance for children ages 3 and up.

Guilford Parent Academy: Provides free information and training on a variety of topics for parents, grandparents and family members caring for children and young people in Guilford County.

Greensboro Parks & Rec: The Greensboro Parks and Recreation Department exists to provide professional and diverse leisure opportunities through inclusive programs, facilities, parks, and open space, ensuring that Greensboro is a desirable place to work, live and play.

Greensboro United TOPSoccer: TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based soccer program for young athletes with disabilities, organized by community volunteers. This outreach program was started with the help of the Family Support Network and the Down Syndrome Network, and is a program of GUSA. TOPSoccer is open to any child, age three* or older, regardless of diagnosis or ability. Our players include children with autism, Down syndrome, intellectual and motor challenges, Cerebral Palsy, and other disabilities.

UNCG Beyond Academics: The University of North Carolina at Greensboro supports students with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a Comprehensive Transition Program while enrolled in Integrative Community Studies, a four-year certificate program of study that emphasizes higher education, self-determination, community inclusion, career development, and independent living. Students completing requirements for graduation receive a certificate in Integrative Community Studies, awarded by The Office of the Provost at UNCG. Beyond Academics is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit partner of the university that provides support and services for enrolled students.

Haynes Inman Education Center: Haynes-Inman Education Center is a Guilford County public separate school located in Jamestown, North Carolina that serves approximately 130 students ranging in age from preschool to age 22 with severe to profound cognitive and/or physical disabilities. Our facility also has one preschool inclusion class that educates special needs students as well as regular education students.

Horsepower: Horsepower Therapeutic Learning Center is a non-profit organization serving the North Carolina Piedmont Triad community since 1995. We are a Premier PATH International Center that provides therapeutic horseback riding and equine-assisted therapy to over 300 individuals with disabilities, as well as able-bodied students, each year.

NC Division of Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: The Department of Health and Human Services manages the delivery of health- and human-related services for all North Carolinians, especially our most vulnerable citizens – children, elderly, disabled and low-income families. The Department works closely with health care professionals, community leaders and advocacy groups; local, state and federal entities; and many other stakeholders to make this happen.

Rethinking Guardianship: Are you considering guardianship option for your child(ren)? Head on over to the Rethinking Guardianship website for FAQ, a 'know your options' brochure, and more!

Sandhills Center: The Sandhills Center offers support programs through the Family Partner Engagement Program in collaboration with North Carolina Families United. This program aims to assist families with children facing emotional, learning, and behavioral challenges by providing individual support, advocacy, and community-focused training. Sandhills Center, a Local Management Entity-Managed Care Organization (LME-MCO) serving nine central North Carolina counties, is dedicated to ensuring accessible treatment options, supporting our Provider Network, and enhancing community well-being. View upcoming events.
RANDOLPH COUNTY: Children's Developmental Services Agency: Providing evaluation, service coordination, and access to therapy services for children from birth-3. Support in transitioning to Preschool special education services at their third birthday. Referrals may be submitted by parents, physicians, teachers, or other caregivers. For more information, call 336.625.1076.

Asheboro City Schools' Exceptional Children Services: Educational placement and coordination of therapy services for children with special needs in Preschool through grade 12. For more information, please call 336.625.5104.

Asheboro City Schools Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC): Inclusive early childhood education center for eligible children, ages 3 and 4, with and without special needs. For more information, please call 336.676.6636.

Randolph County Partnership for Children: Smart Start-funded organization offering a variety of services for children and families, including enhancement of early childhood education services; family support; children's health services; programs to support school readiness; and much more. For more information, please call 336.229.2128.

Sandhills Center: The Sandhills Center offers support programs through the Family Partner Engagement Program in collaboration with North Carolina Families United. This program aims to assist families with children facing emotional, learning, and behavioral challenges by providing individual support, advocacy, and community-focused training. Sandhills Center, a Local Management Entity-Managed Care Organization (LME-MCO) serving nine central North Carolina counties, is dedicated to ensuring accessible treatment options, supporting our Provider Network, and enhancing community well-being. View upcoming events.
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY: Children's Developmental Services Agency: Providing evaluation, service coordination, and access to therapy services for children from birth-3. Support in transitioning to Preschool Special Education Services on their third birthday. Referrals may be submitted by parents, physicians, teachers, or other caregivers. For more information, please call 336.334.5601.

Rockingham County Schools Special Education Services: Serving children with disabilities aged 3-21 with educational and therapeutic services. The page includes links to Preschool Special Education services, local resource lists, administrative contacts, and much more. For more information, please call 336.627.2711.

Annie Penn Hospital Outpatient Therapy Services: Speech/language, physical, and occupational therapy services for children and adults. Specialized services in sensory integration assessment and therapy also available. Medicaid and private insurance accepted. For more information, please call 336.951.4557.

Golden Earth Therapies: Occupational therapy services and /or Aquatic Therapy Services for children birth - 21 with physical or developmental disabilities, including autism, feeding issues, sensory integration. Year-round indoor pool. Private insurance and Medicaid accepted. Kathy Fritsche, O.T. Phone: 336.939.3312.

Governor Morehead Preschool for Children with Visual Impairment: Providing developmentally appropriate educational settings for eligible children aged birth to 5, with or without special needs. Also offering a variety of enrichment programs for families and communities. For more information, please call 336.349.4762.

Head Start of Rockingham County: Serving children birth-5 who have visual impairments. Services, administered in homes and/or schools, include support of functional vision, introduction to Braille, and parent education. For more information, please call 336.334.3748.

Morehead Memorial Hospital Physical Rehabilitation: Offering speech & language, physical, and occupational evaluation and therapy services for all ages. Most private insurance plans, Medicaid, and Medicare accepted; health finance available. For more information, please call 336.627.6199.

NC Early Intervention for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Community-based early intervention services for children who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families, focusing on communication needs. For more information, please call 336.824.1890.

Rockingham County Department of Public Health: Medical and dental health services, child service coordination, health & nutrition education, and many other services for eligible families. For more information, please call 336.342.8161.

Rockingham County Department of Social Services: A broad range of services for families, including Medicaid and food stamp enrollment, Work First, child support enforcement, case management, and much more. For more information, please call 336.342.1394.

Rockingham County Partnership for Children: Smart Start agency offering a variety of services for children and families. Including the following: Parents as Teachers, support groups, parent education, resource & referral, and an extensive Teen Parent program. For more information, please call 336.623.6002.

Childcare Resource and Referral: Assisting families in finding quality childcare, and providers in enhancing their early childhood programs.

More at Four: Providing quality, developmentally-appropriate early education for qualifying four-year-olds. Visit the website or call for additional information on these services and many more. For more information, please call 336.342.9676.

Rolling Ridge Riding: Therapeutic horseback riding, supervised by licensed physical therapists, for a person with disabilities aged 3 and up. For more information, please call 336.349.4702.

Sandhills Center: The Sandhills Center offers support programs through the Family Partner Engagement Program in collaboration with North Carolina Families United. This program aims to assist families with children facing emotional, learning, and behavioral challenges by providing individual support, advocacy, and community-focused training. Sandhills Center, a Local Management Entity-Managed Care Organization (LME-MCO) serving nine central North Carolina counties, is dedicated to ensuring accessible treatment options, supporting our Provider Network, and enhancing community well-being. View upcoming events.