Local Resources

Our vision is to provide exceptional community programs that build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities.

A group of professionals and parents striving to improve the lives of those affected by autism in our community…we are the voice of northeastern Nevada.

The mission of the Northern Nevada RAVE Family Foundation is to improve the well-being of Nevada families by providing respite to families caring for young children and adult family members with special needs. RAVE provides respite to those who care for young and adult children with special needs, disabilities, or those in foster families; giving them the gift of time back into their lives! And it is at NO COST to families! The current Respite Voucher program is good for all over Northern Nevada.

Rural Regional Center offers support services to Nevada's rural populations of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We host recreational programs (Camp Lotsafun) for people with special needs. Our programs allow participants to experience the adventure of camp and the great outdoors while working towards specific developmental achievements. Our programs benefit any child, teen, or adult with an intellectual, developmental, learning, communication, and/or emotional disability.

Our mission as a nonprofit, family support organization, is anchored on our combined passion and vision to assist families with unique needs and requirements.  Our task is straightforward.  Find the need and meet the need.  We have created a special and talented team of people to serve the families of Nevada.  We have developed an assessment program to discover those needs and create a strategic plan developed by a team of trainers in a forum.  We believe in limitless possibilities and aspire to collaborate with the family to attain the very best outcome.  Serving all Northern Nevada's Special Needs Families.

CARE Chest offers a variety of free medical resources, from equipment and supplies, prescription assistance, and medical nutrition to wellness education. CARE Chest also connects clients with resources like home and vehicle modifications and assistive technology

Division of Child & Family Services provides a wide range of mental health services to children, or adolescents with significant emotional and/or behavioral problems, and their families.

As parents, we are constantly coming up with new and practical ways of making the world around our children more inclusive and accessible.  Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/cppnreno/

The DSNNN is a network of individuals with Down syndrome, their parents, families and friends, offering support, direction, services and resources to individuals and families affected by Down syndrome.

The Respite Program provides support to families or primary caregivers of people with developmental disabilities through temporary, short-term care of the dependent person in the family's home. Both planned and emergency respites are available. The Respite program addresses the long-term, repetitive stress felt by caregivers of developmentally disabled people who reside in the family home.

University of Nevada, Reno Early Childhood Autism Program. Our speciality is early intensive behavioral intervention for young, preschool aged children with autism. The program offers a comprehensive, individualized home-based intervention that seeks to normalize all aspects of a child's psychological development. The scientific principles and established practices of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) are at the core of the program.

F.E.A.T. or "Families for Effective Autism Treatment" is an organization in the Carson Valley that was formed to support and help families with children who have received the diagnosis of Autism.

Giving hope to individuals and families in Northern Nevada affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other neuro-developmental disorders by providing medical equipment, supplies, support and/or opportunities otherwise not available that will have a meaningful impact, including financial, parent-to-parent support, resources and education workshops that help families with their daily struggles.  Justin Hope Foundation offers In-Home Respite!  Call or email them for more information! (775) 453-9262 or info@justinhope.org

Our mission is to create a culture of advocacy and improve the education of children and youth with disabilities through awareness, support and training.

Provides advocacy, information and referral, Independent Living Skills Training, and Peer Support, so that each person, regardless of the severity of his or her disability, has the potential to grow, develop and share fully the joys and responsibilities of our society.

Northern Nevada Cleft Palate Clinic is a multi-disciplinary health care team housed within the Department of Speech Pathology and Audiology at the University of Nevada in Reno. The team is dedicated to the care and treatment of children with cleft lip and palate and other craniofacial disorders. The goal of this clinic is to provide free services to patients in need without the need to make multiple appointments with individual professionals.

Northern Nevada Disability Resources Network (NNVDRN) is a resource Network connecting people with disabilities, seniors, and veterans to service providers/support in Northern Nevada communities.  NNVDRN believes everyone should have access to information, services and quality health care.

We welcome all children and gladly accept students with  special needs in our inclusive group classes as well as private adaptive lessons. Depending on your child's needs we have different options available Peanut Butter & Jellyfish offers swimming, climbing, and yoga classes for kids of all abilities ages 0-12. We work with parents to set up private or group classes that meet the needs of each child.

The mission of the Northern Nevada RAVE Family Foundation is to improve the well-being of Nevada families by providing respite to families caring for young children and adult family members with special needs.  RAVE provides respite to those who care for young and adult children with special needs, disabilities, or those in foster families; giving them the gift of time back into their lives!  And it is at NO COST to families!  The current Respite Voucher program is good for all over Northern Nevada.

Also known as RRC, is the State of Nevada operated regional centers located in the rural area of Nevada. We assist persons with developmental disabilities and their families.

Sierra Regional Center provides support services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Provides grieving support to children, teens and adults.

The Child Find Project’s objective is to identify students, ages 3 to 21, who may be eligible for special education services. Referrals for evaluations/assessments must be initiated by parents, guardians or surrogates. A team of professionals will assess the child to determine if he or she is eligible for special education services. An Individual Education Program (IEP) is then developed for each child who qualifies. Child Find services are available year-round by calling (775) 327-0685

Our mission is, "To provide support to individuals with Autism and their families, through education, guidance, socialization, and able to reach their maximum potential and reach a higher quality of life". Hablamos español!

CARD's primary objective is to provide applied behavior analysis (ABA) treatment to individuals of all ages diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). CARD’s comprehensive assessment and curriculum are used to develop individualized behavioral treatment plans that address each individual’s specific deficits across all developmental areas.

Division of Child & Family Services provides a wide range of mental health services to children, or adolescents with significant emotional and/or behavioral problems, and their families.

The Child Find Project’s objective is to identify students, ages 3 to 21, who may be eligible for special education services. Referrals for evaluations/assessments must be initiated by parents, guardians or surrogates. A team of professionals will assess the child to determine if he or she is eligible for special education services. An Individual Education Program (IEP) is then developed for each child who qualifies. Child Find services are available year-round by calling (702) 799-7463.

Also known as DRC, is the State of Nevada operated regional center located in the Las Vegas area and serving Clark and parts of Lincoln and Nye Counties. We assist persons with developmental disabilities and their families.

DSOSN promotes a positive understanding of Down syndrome in the community and is a source of support, information and education for families and individuals affected by Down syndrome.

'Families for Effective Autism Treatment' is a non-profit organization made up predominately of parents of children with autism. The primary purpose is to provide families the opportunity to network with each other and share advice, support and information.

Southern Nevada's resource center for medically dependent children and their families, providing an array of services and programs to meet their needs.

Grant a Gift Autism Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides diagnostic community programs and support services for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the families who support and care for them.

Inclusion Fusion offers programs for individuals ages 3 and younger such as: 

- Mommy & Me Playgroup Class: Every Saturday from 1:00-1:30 pm

- Shooting Stars Dance Class: Every Saturday from 1:30-2:00 pm 

- Life Skills 1:1 (Assisting with toileting, brushing teeth, etc).

- Academic Readiness (Learning Colors, Shapes, Communication, etc).

Legal Aid Center is a private, nonprofit, organization that ensures equal access to justice through free legal advice and representation for those who cannot afford to hire an attorney. Free classes are offered in special education, bankruptcy, divorce, paternity/custody, small claims, and guardianship.  Service areas include domestic violence, child abuse, consumer fraud and social security.

The Lili Claire Foundation provides hope, answers and help to special needs children and their families. Our Family Resource Centers facilitate parent and professional collaboration and interagency coordination by providing support and information concerning medical treatment, social services, and educational, financial and legal rights.

Little Miss Hannah Foundation - The Foundations’ mission is to help enhance the quality of life for young children diagnosed with life-limiting rare diseases, undiagnosed complex medical needs, and children who have been placed in hospice or palliative care. Provides medical and therapy equipment assistance, hospital care bags, rare disease advocacy, and family support.

Our mission is to provide assistance and resources to help individuals medically, emotionally, socially, financially when experiencing an illness, hardship, tragedy or devastation. Medical Supplies - Hospital Bed Equipment, Wheelchairs & Walkers, Incontinence Supplies & Other Products. Referrals requesting assistance must be received from a local professional City, County, State or Government Agency. Referrals must also provide supporting documents. After receiving your application and all necessary documents, your referral is pending approval for charitable assistance. Individuals must be a Nevada residence with a valid photo ID, drivers license, school or government issued photo identification card.

Provides information and services that enable families, healthcare professionals, and the community to understand and meet the unique needs of infants and children who are blind or visually impaired.

A not-for-profit organization that serves people throughout our community with intellectual disabilities, to enhance their lives and the lives of the families who love them.

The mission of Peoples Autism Foundation of Southern Nevada is to aid children with Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families through information services and direct support.

SNCIL provides services designed to empower people with disabilities to make individual choices and assume responsibility to direct their lives.

UNLV CASD – A UNLV program to conduct community-focused research, assessment, and training of persons with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), their families, and community service providers in Southern Nevada.