To reach out to and empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy and to promote limb loss prevention.
The Autism Society of America has been improving the lives of all affected by autism for over 50 years and envisions a world where individuals and families living with autism are able to maximize their quality of life, are treated with the highest level of dignity, and live in a society in which their talents and skills are appreciated and valued.
The purpose of the Down Syndrome Association of Maryland is to serve families of and persons with Down syndrome by providing information and support.
The group wishes to promote a happy, healthy, accepting environment which enables independence for people with Down syndrome so that they may reach their potential at all stages of their lives
The vision of the Down Syndrome Network of Montgomery County is to be a comprehensive resource on Down syndrome in the Washington, DC metro area. We envision a community where all people with Down syndrome can achieve their full potential, and where individuals with Down syndrome and their families are welcomed with fairness, enthusiasm, and encouragement in the community.
The PRC helps residents of Gaithersburg pursue their educational goals and access needed resources by providing adult educational classes and providing information about services available in the community. We help remove barriers by offering these programs and services in both English and Spanish. We believe that by helping parents succeed, we improve the lives of the children for whom they are caring.
F.R.I.E.N.D.S., or Family Resource, Information & Education Network for Down Syndrome is a 501(c)(3) non-profit group of parents re-formed in 1999 in Frederick County, Maryland to:
- Be a support and resource group for expectant parents, new parents and extended families of babies born with Down Syndrome;
- Provide age-appropriate activities for our children and their friends;
- Advocate for community awareness and acceptance;
- Have quarterly meetings with professional speakers experienced in issues relative to Down Syndrome;
- Meet informally to share the joys and challenges of parenting.
The Howard County Autism Society is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide support, promote awareness and advocate for change on behalf of individuals with autism, their families and community.
National Federation of the Blind knows that blindness is not the characteristic that defines you or your future. Every day we raise expectations.
American Brailler Repair provides high quality brailler repair service. Certified Perkins School for the Blind Level 3 Technician.
FBCG Special Needs Ministry supports and encourages individuals who are differently abled by providing instructive and collaborative resources to guide them in becoming dynamic disciples of Christ.