Adult Services
4405 Desoto Road
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 355-8808
Purpose: Community Haven for Adults and Children with Disabilities, Inc. empowers the lives of children, teens and adults with disabilities one person at a time. Programs include the Selby School, transition, community employment and living/occupational training.
3395 Grand Avenue
Glenwood, FL 32722
(386) 734-2874
Purpose: Provides residential care and adult day training.
Website
350 Braden Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 355-7637
Purpose: Provides residential care and adult day training.
PO Box 48643
Sarasota, FL 34230
(941) 320-8825
Purpose: To open the world of communication to people with hearing loss through education, advocacy and support.
7318 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 359-1404
Purpose: Provides developmental/transition vision rehabilitation training for eligible infants and toddlers ages birth to five and high school students ages 14 to 21. Lighthouse of Manasota also provides advocacy services for children with visual disabilities.
300 S. Nokomis Ave S.
Venice, FL 34285
Meets: The first Monday of the Month (Exception on holidays)
Time: 5 pm. To 7:30 p.m.
Purpose: The Suncoast Autism Social Group for Young Adults is a support group of the Autism Society of Florida for independently functioning young adults with autism and Asperger’s Syndrome who have completed school and are over the age of 18.
3281 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 351-9545
Purpose: Computer loan, medical equipment loans, advocacy, independent living skills training, and home modifications for people with disabilities.
1-855-832-6727
Purpose: PBS Corp serves children and adults with behavioral challenges. Typically, we support individuals who require assistance in
- Developing or enhancing language skills to more effectively communicate their needs and functional skills (e.g., daily living, self-regulation) that will lead to greater independence
- Diminishing problem behaviors such as noncompliance, aggression, self-injury, elopement, and property destruction that limit their ability to develop skills and participate fully in integrated settings
3660 North Washington Boulevard, Rm. 216
Sarasota, FL 34234
(941) 359-5670
Purpose: Program that works with eligible people who have physical or cognitive disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers.
600 8th Avenue West, Suite 201
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-8250
Purpose: Program that works with eligible people who have physical or cognitive disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers.
Advocacy Services
2671 Executive Center Circle w., Suite 100
Tallahassee, FL 32301
(800) 342-0823
Purpose: Provides legal advice and representation; negotiation and mediation support; meaningful and fair dispute resolution support; investigations into complaints of abuse, neglect and rights violations in facilities and public programs.
8606 Brittany Way
Tampa, FL 33619
(888) 204-5581
Purpose: Mental health peer recovery model providing education, outreach, and advocacy through Florida Health Partners. Pre-paid Medical carve-out for mental health.
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33612
(800) 333-4530
Purpose: A community-based project that provides free information, consultation, training, and resources to schools and families with disabilities.
1021 Delaware Ave.
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
(888) 612-9273
Local: (727) 789-2400
Fax: (727) 789-2454
Purpose: CFPC is the Parent Training & Information Center (PTI) for 30 counties in central and northeast Florida. We are funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). We serve families of all ages (birth to 26) and all disabilities completely free of charge, and we are staffed by parents and other family-members of children and adults with disabilities. We provide one-on-one individual assistance and training as well as free webinars on a variety of topics related to special education. We also have several Spanish speaking staff and a Spanish website.
(941) 927-9000 x31113
Sharon Troupe, Program Coordinator
Purpose: CLASS is an advocacy program designed to assist Sarasota County families attempting to negotiate, mediate, or reconcile their child’s school-related problems. It is a free service to all parents/guardians/students.
2473 Care Drive, Suite 200
Tallahassee, FL 32308
(800) 342-0823
Purpose: To provide services to individuals in Florida with disabilities, including: information and referrals, self-advocacy support, technical assistance, investigations into complaints of abuse, neglect and rights violations, dispute resolution support, negotiation and mediation support, and advocacy support. They also educate policy makers about the needs of people with disabilities and advocate on their behalf.
(952) 838-9000
Purpose: This project is a partnership that aims to improve the educational outcome of children with disabilities. It links families, advocates, and self-advocates to information about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
519 North Gadesden Street
Tallahassee, FL 32301
(888) 309-2233 or (850) 224-4670
Purpose: Provides individuals with disabilities and their families with an opportunity for collaboration, advocacy, friendship and empowerment by serving as a facilitator of communication, a space for dialogue and a source of information.
P.O. Box 110025
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 928-0682
Purpose: Education, information, advocacy, respite, disability education and awareness, pediatric developmental screenings project. This organization offers support and education to families of children with special needs.
124 Marriott Drive, Suite 203
Tallahassee, FL 32301
(800) 580-7801
Purpose: To advocate and promote meaningful participation in all aspects of life for Floridians with developmental disabilities.
PO Box 48643
Sarasota, FL 34230
(941) 320-8825
Purpose: To open the world of communication to people with hearing loss through education, advocacy and support.
7318 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 359-1404
Purpose: Provides developmental/transition vision rehabilitation training for eligible infants and toddlers ages birth to five and high school students ages 14 to 21. Lighthouse of Manasota also provides advocacy services for children with visual disabilities.
8588 Potter Park Drive, Suite 500
Sarasota, FL 34238
(941) 312-0400
Purpose: Information, advocacy, education and awareness, and to fund research on the life-threatening cause of genetic obesity in children.
3281 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 351-9545
Purpose: Computer loan, medical equipment loans, advocacy, independent living skills training, and home modifications for people with disabilities.
(888) 309-2233
Purpose: The FYC is all about getting youth and emerging leaders involved in self-advocacy, peer mentoring, and other activities that will improve the quality of life for youth with disabilities throughout the state.
(407) 342-9836
Purpose: The IEP advocate provides multiple advocacy services. They can attend IEP meetings, help with the McKay Scholarship process, provide parent coaching, and attend manifestation meetings. They also have free parent workshops about IEP’s and special education parenting.
(941) 749-3059
Purpose: The Whole Child Manatee uses strategic planning, web-based technology, performance measurement and broad-based community engagement to build communities where everyone works together to make sure children thrive. Whole Child families can visit the website to complete their profile and connect to resources and information in Manatee County.
Purpose: Parents, educators, advocates and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
Education Services
7555 Claxstrass Dr.
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 341-9992
Purpose: The ABA Academy, Inc. is a non-profit organization promoting quality education for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other disabilities in Sarasota and Manatee counties.
6289 Verna Rd
Myakka City, FL 34251
(941) 322-1601
Purpose: Serve students ages 6-22 with learning-challenges(including autism, ADD, PDD, and dyslexia) and their families while maintaining a safe and caring atmosphere where students and staff are valued for their gifts and dignity.
7333 International Place
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 907-3443
Purpose: Beyond the Spectrum is a non-profit organization offering ABA Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a Practical Preschool program and an elementary school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
2615 26th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34205
(941) 751-2525
Toll Free: (866) 344-5431
Purpose: The Broach School is a Nonprofit Special Education School that is designed to accommodate low-income families.
4405 Desoto Road
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 355-8808
Purpose: Programs include Selby preschool, transition, community employment and living/occupational training. Programs are designed to empower individuals with disabilities to be independent.
1960 Landings Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Purpose: The largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the educational success of individuals with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. Locally, support is provided for teachers and ESE students.
600 8th Avenue West, #100
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 757-2900
Purpose: The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County provides and coordinates the services of school readiness programs, in an efficient manner, in order to help all children develop the skills needed to achieve future educational success, to support the role of parents as their child’s first and most important teacher, and to continue to improve the quality of services available in the community.
2886C Ringling Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34238
(941) 556-1600
Purpose: Provides high-quality early educational programs by providing education and assistance to families in Sarasota County.
4620 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 371-8820
Purpose: Provides prevention and early intervention services to young children and their families at risk for academic, social, and economic failure.
1960 Landings Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-9000
Purpose: Provides support in the areas of Child Find, Parent Services, Human Resource Development (HRD) and Technology.
School Board of Manatee County
1400 1st Avenue East
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-2300
Purpose: Provides support in the areas of Child Find, Parent Services, Human Resource Development (HRD) and Technology.
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 927-2593 x15
Purpose: Provide learning opportunities, consultation, information and support to educators, families and community members resulting in the inclusion of all students.
2055 Wood Street, Suite 118
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 255-2721
Purpose: Provides children, young people, adults and their families innovative, quality services and supports that lead to growth and independence, regardless of the physical, intellectual or behavioral challenges they face.
5581 Broadcast Ct.
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
(941) 522-9090
Purpose: The GAP School is built upon a singular foundation of individualized education and social skills development. They support a curriculum without bias in a bully-free environment.
2705 51st Ave East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 355-2721
Purpose: Provides employment opportunities to people with disabilities and barriers. JobsPlus helps individuals with disabilities learn traditional workplace behaviors and skills while earning a paycheck through a variety of job opportunities at Goodwill.
365 Braden Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 355-5040
Purpose: The Lily School offers children who are both typically developing and differently abled an equal opportunity to learn in a creative atmosphere by providing high-quality education and care that children need in their early developmental years; ages birth to five.
6215 Lorraine Road
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 755-1400
Purpose: Pinnacle Academy provides a private education for children with autism and related disabilities.
USF-St. Petersburg Campus
140 7th Avenue South-SVP108
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 873-4653
Purpose: Project 10 assists Florida school districts in building capacity to achieve the secondary transition indicators to students with disabilities to improve their academic success and post-school outcomes.
7313 International Place, Suite 90
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
(941) 361-1173
Purpose: Provides one-to-one reading instruction for children.
Wylene Herring-Cayasso – Director of Exceptional Student Director
2501 63rd Avenue East
Bradenton, FL 34203
cayassow@manateeschools.net
(941) 751-6550 ext. 2280
Tammy Cassels, Supervisor of Exceptional Student Education
1960 Landings Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34231
Tammy.cassels@sarasotacountyschools.net
(941) 927-9000 x34226
7313 International Place, Suite 90
Sarasota, FL 34240
Purpose: A private school for students with learning disabilities, speech-language disabilities, ADHD, dyslexia, or those students struggling in reading and math.
2501 63rd Ave. East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 741-6550 ext. 2221
Purpose: SEDNET is The Multiagency Network for students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities. It creates and facilitates a network of key stakeholders committed to assisting in the provision of a quality system of care for students with or at-risk of emotional and/or behavioral challenges.
4620 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 371-8820 ext. 1900
Purpose: A nationally accredited inclusion preschool program serving children 6 weeks to five years old, including VPK. Classrooms are designed to meet the needs of both typically developing children and children needing additional supports.
4830 Fruitville Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 366-4010
Purpose: A close-knit, positive learning environment dedicated to assisting children with special needs and giving them the opportunity to succeed.
The Brad Dunn Preparatory School
9607 State Road 70 E.
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 753-8858
Contact: Jennifer Passmore
Purpose: WECC has joined with Brad Dunn Foundation to create a private elementary Christian school for children with disabilities.
Post-Secondary Education Resources
5603 34th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 751-7900
Purpose: Offering career preparation programs, continuing education, personal enrichment, and adult education.
USF-St. Petersburg Campus
140 7th Avenue South-SVP108
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 873-4653
Purpose: Project 10 assists Florida school districts in building capacity to achieve the secondary transition indicators to students with disabilities to improve their academic success and post-school outcomes.
4748 Beneva Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 924-1365
Purpose: Career Technical Education classes for high school diploma or GED, and vocational classes.
Doors to colleges are opening for people with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in many different ways all over the country. This website is designed to share what is currently going on, provide resources and strategies, let you know about training events, and give you ways to talk to others. The information is for transition aged students as well as adults attending or planning for college.
Employment/Vocational Services
Seeks to encourage volunteerism by “full and proactive inclusion of individuals with disabilities” (typically 18 to 25 years old) in their communities. “In exchange for a year of full-service, members earn a Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $5,350 that can be used to pay for college or graduate school, or pay back student loans. In addition, some members also receive a living allowance and health care.”
1501 N. Belcher Rd, Suite 249
Clearwater, FL 33765
(727) 799-3330
Purpose: The Arc Tampa Bay offers a variety of adult training programs and supported employment opportunities. They focus on helping individuals acquire and sustain paid employment in a community environment through a variety of partnerships with local businesses.
4400 North Dale Mabry Hwy
Tampa, FL 33641
(813) 251-2787
Purpose: Artistas Café provides employment for high functioning adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Proceeds from the Café support Art for Autism, our (501)(c)(3) organization that provides training and transition programs, art programs and resources to improve the lives of those touched by autism.
4405 Desoto Road
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 355-8808
Purpose: Programs include Selby preschool, transition, community employment and living/occupational training. Programs are designed to empower individuals with disabilities to be independent.
350 Braden Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 355-7637
Purpose: Provides exceptional services for persons with disabilities and their families across a lifetime by empowering individuals to live their lives to the fullest extent.
5603 34th Street West
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 751-7900
Purpose: Offering career preparation programs, continuing education, personal enrichment, and adult education.
4748 Beneva Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 924-1365
Purpose: SCTI offers an excellent program that provides quality instructional opportunities for individuals who seek assistance in the acquisition and maintenance of basic life skills (for young adults 22 years of age or older). Teachers guide the students so they may attain their highest level of independent functioning skills.
3281 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 351-9545
Purpose: Computer loan, medical equipment loans, advocacy, independent living skills training, and home modifications for people with disabilities.
6915 15th Street East
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 251-4956
Purpose: Residential habilitation, Adult day training, supported living, supported employment, companion services, and respite care.
Purpose: Individuals with disabilities have access to jobs for which they are qualified, and may also qualify for a special hiring authority. Applicants can find information and search for jobs on website.
600 8th Avenue West Suite 201
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-2850
Purpose: Program that works with eligible people who have physical or cognitive disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers.
3660 North Washington Boulevard, Rm. 216
Sarasota, FL 34234
(941) 359-5670
Purpose: Program that works with eligible people who have physical or cognitive disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers.
Government Agencies/Financial Assistance
PO Box 61005
Fort Myers, FL 33906
(239) 410-7356
Purpose: Established to help families pay for autism related expenses (therapy, school, and/or medical expenses) and increase awareness for children and adults on the autism spectrum.
1201 102nd Ave. North
St. Petersburg, FL 33716
(727) 217-7016
Purpose: Medical waiver, supported employment, respite, and consumable medical supplies.
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33612
(800) 333-4530
Purpose: A community-based project that provides free information, consultation, training, and resources to schools and families with disabilities.
Purpose: Florida motorists have the opportunity to help generate funds for autism related services throughout Florida by purchasing a plate!
302 Manatee Ave East
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 827-2887
Purpose: Provides a variety of programs to families, including Bheavior Intervential Plan, CATCH- Speech screening, evaluation, and therapy, Head Start, and Healthy Families Manatee.
2411 Tallevast Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 749-7116
Purpose: Provides reliable and cost-efficient public transportation in Manatee County. MCAT also operates the Handy Bus which serves the transportation disadvantaged and disabled residents in Manatee County.
5631 11th Street East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 756-3974
Purpose: To provide safe, decent, and sanitary rental housing or rental assistance conditions for low-income families, the elderly and people with disabilities. To manage resources efficiently and promote personal, economic, and social upward mobility in order to provide families the opportunity to make the transition from subsidized to non-subsidized housing, or, in the case of elderly or disabled residents, help improve living conditions and enable residents to age-in-place.
5303 Pinkney Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 861-1234
Purpose: Provides public transportation services.
269 S. Osprey Ave., Suite 100
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 361-6210
Purpose: To provide quality, affordable housing that enhances the lives of residents and promotes their independence.
5540 SR 64 East, Suite 100
Bradenton, FL 34208
(800) 772-1213
Purpose: Provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to workers and their families. SSI benefits are payable to people age 65 or older, blind, or people with disabilities that have little or no income and resources.
2001 Siesta Drive, Suite 301
Sarasota, FL 34221
(941) 772-1213
Purpose: Provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to workers and their families. SSI benefits are payable to people age 65or older, or blind, or people with disabilities who have little or no income and resources.
1313 North Tampa St, Suite 515
Tampa, FL 33602
(800) 470-8101
Purpose: The mission of the Family Care Council is to advocate, educate, and empower individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, partnering with the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD), to bring quality services to individuals for dignity and choice.
600 8th Avenue West Suite 201
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 721-2850
Purpose: Program that works with eligible people who have physical or cognitive disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers.
3660 North Washington Boulevard, Rm. 216
Sarasota, FL 34234
(941) 359-5670
Purpose: program that works with eligible people who have physical or cognitive disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment. VR is committed to helping people with disabilities find meaningful careers.
Healthcare Services
5881 Rand Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34238
(941) 927-8805
Purpose: Outpatient facility providing medical and therapeutic services – pediatric medical services, pediatric diagnostic services, pediatric surgical services, pediatric development and rehabilitation services and patient/family support services.
6975 Professional Pkwy E
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 210-5657
Purpose: Comprehensive general practice dental care of Lakewood Ranch, including full-mouth rehabilitation, TMD/TMJ, implant dentistry and working with special needs patients.
1882 59th St West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-9392
Purpose: All About Kids is a pediatric dental practice specializing in infants, children, teens, and person’s with special needs. They are committed to making yoru child’s visit a pleasant and comfortable one.
8906 Brittany Way
Tampa, FL 33619
(941) 545-8098
Purpose: Mental health peer recovery model providing education, outreach, and advocacy through Florida health partners, pre-paid medical carve-out for mental health.
391 6th Ave. West
Bradenton, FL 34205
Outpatient: (941) 782-4150
Inpatient: (941) 782-4617
Purpose: A private behavioral health hospital specializing in adult and pediatric mental health and addiction disorders.
6055 Rand Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34238
(941) 361-6250
Purpose: Offers health services and other programs for children with special needs.
1451 10th Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 552-1950
Purpose: Mental health and substance abuse prevention, intervention, group and individual therapy services.
5714 21st Avenue West
Bradenton, FL 34209
(941) 792-6272
Purpose: A comprehensive pediatric dentistry, including orthodontic care and various forms of sedation dentistry. Dr. Morgan is experienced working with children with a variety of disabilities.
7315 Merchant Court
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 907-7762
Purpose: Dr. Maribel Santos-Cordero is a board certified pediatric dentist dedicated to the oral health of children, adolescents and children with special healthcare needs.
4910 14th St West, Suite 302
Bradenton, FL 34207
(941) 752-6226
Purpose: To provide medical attention to uninsured individuals over the age of 18, case management, referrals to community services, and education programs to the community.
(866) 547-2793
Purpose: Enroll SWFL Navigators provide free, unbiased, and confidential assistance with enrolling with the federal and state health insurance programs.
PO Box 31105
Tampa, FL 33631
1-888-540-5437
Purpose: Health insurance for children, from birth through age 18, who do not have insurance. Eligibility for Florida KidCare is based on income and family size.
PO Box 48643
Sarasota, FL 34230
(941) 320-8825
Purpose: To open the world of communication to people with hearing loss through education, advocacy and support.
408 Manatee Ave East
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 922-5366
Purpose: Dr. Hubbard is a developmental-behavioral pediatrician who practices in Bradenton, Florida. She monitors the care of children with special needs.
2727 Tamiami Trail South
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 955-8588
Purpose: Lifetime Smiles is dedicated to serving patients with special needs. The staff of Lifetime Smiles is trained to care for patients who may have difficulty receiving dental treatment in a traditional environment. They are listed with the APD as a registered dentist for the Developmental Disability waiver.
9912 SR 64 East
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 799-6690
Purpose: Family dentist that provides dental care to the entire family, including special needs patients.
8043 Cooper Creek Blvd., #107
University Parkway, FL 34201
(941) 747-7900
Purpose: Specializes in conducting high-quality pharmaceutical research and psychopharmacology for mental illnesses and other medical disorders.
1255 N. Gulfstream Ave., # 604
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 928-8862
Purpose: Provides drug addiction recovery services.
2050 Proctor Road
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 921-3018
Purpose: Provides mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment for children, adolescents and adults.
3103 Fruitville Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 953-2111
Purpose: Pediatric dentistry office dedicated to improving and maintaining the oral health of infants, children, and adolescents, including those with special needs, ages 1 to 18.
P.O. Box 1271
Sarasota, FL 34230-1271
(941) 225-3103
Purpose: Special Day Foundation provides opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities to experience the physical, therapeutic, and social value of nature-based recreational activities. The programs include boating and fishing opportunities. They also work with the University of Florida College of Dentistry to provide dental services to special needs children and adults.
4480 51st Street West
Sarasota, FL 34210
(941) 251-5000
Purpose: Providing the highest quality mental health treatment services in a safe, therapeutic environment with compassion and respect for all patients and families: Child and Adolescent Inpatient Stabilization and Adult and Mature Adult Inpatient Stabilization. Suncoast Behavioral Health Center is a Baker Act receiving facility for children, adolescents and adults.
4144 North Armenia Avenue, Suite 375
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 876-8316
Purpose: A developmental pediatric practice with over 30 years of experience. They offer comprehensive, developmental and behavioral services to infants, children, and young adults in the Tampa Bay area. They specialize in diagnosis and management of developmental and behavioral disorders, and help your child achieve their best potential.
Recreation & Leisure Programs
1878 University Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 228-8298
Purpose: Golf instruction and club maker for children and adults with disabilities.
1801 Boy Scout Dr.
Fort Myers, FL 33907
(239) 936-8072
Purpose: Youth with physical disabilities, developmental or cognitive challenges are welcome in the Boy Scouts of America. Accommodations exist to facilitate their advancement in Boy Scouts. Boys Scouts of America’s objectives for scouts are developing characters, citizenship, and physical fitness.
Lakewood Ranch High School
8374 Market Street Box 113
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 907-0499
Purpose: BUDS Tennis is a clinic for individuals with Down syndrome ages 7 to 17. Through the medium of tennis, we aim to not only improve coordination, social, and listening skills, but also encourage the students to celebrate every little achievement.
1101 N. Collier
Marco Island, FL 34145
(239) 394-7242
Purpose: Camp Able is specifically designed for persons with special needs. They focus on the abilities of each camper, rather than disabilities. Campers ages 12 and up participate in traditional camp activities while forming new friendships and making lasting memories.
309 39th Street NE
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 799-1680
Purpose: Provides recreational services to disabled individuals through participation in races and triathlons.
2272 Main Street
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 955-8558
Purpose: Dynasty Dance Clubs offers group classes and private lessons for special needs kids. On a purely physical level, dancing helps with coordination and muscle tone. Most importantly, kids will have fun! Ballroom dancing promotes manners, good posture, social skills, and a sense of pride.
5333 Rio Vista St.
Sarasota, FL 34232
(813) 240-3044
Purpose: Face Autism, Inc. provides screenings, sensory-friendly events, sensory-friendly classes, support groups, and funding for therapy services so that all treatments and educational resources are made available to every qualifying family with a child diagnosed with autism. They host sensory-friendly Holiday events for children with autism and their families, including Octoberfest, an Easter Egg Hunt, and Sensory Santa.
4430 South Lockwood Ridge Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34232
Purpose: Provides non-denominational, faith-based services designed for people (children through adults) with physical and/or developmental disabilities. Activities are designed to allow those attending to make new friends, be inspired, lifted up, encouraged, and feel a renewed sense of self-esteem.
16110 Dream Oaks Place
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 746-5659
Purpose: Provides therapeutic camping programs throughout the year to children ages 7-17 with varying special needs. These are day camps, weekend camps and residential camps. Youth have the opportunity to engage in arts & crafts, horseback riding, boating, music and dancing, swimming, nature programs, sports, and many more!
4780 Cattlemen Road
Sarasota, FL 34233
(941) 921-5358
Purpose: Scouting opportunities, for each girl of all abilities, to discover and connect with their peers and community.
7333 International Place
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 527-8477
Purpose: Gulf Coast Music Therapy uses music and all its facets to teach, implement and reinforce individual client goals. They serve clients with autism, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and more.
2374 Sonoma Dr. West
Nokomis, FL 34275
(941) 228-7880
Purpose: Provides a fun day for people with developmental and/or physical disabilities at Nokomis Community Center on the second Saturday of each month.
P.O. Box 365
1629 Ranch Road
Nokomis, FL 34274
(941) 412-9333
Purpose: Partnering with our horses, we challenge individuals with special needs to reach their fullest potential.
8466 N. Lockwood Ridge Road #312
Sarasota, FL 34243
Purpose: Provides the opportunity for every person to play baseball regardless of their abilities. There are two seasons, an adult and a youth league (ages 5 to 21). Miracle League is a fun, safe place for children to play baseball.
5002 Lena Road #103
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 773-4154
Purpose: Provides aquatic opportunities for children with disabilities. Adapted, sensory supported swim instruction as well as aquatic therapy is offered in a heated, salt-chlorinated pool. All private sessions are with an Occupational Therapist who is also Aquatic Therapy certified.
6260 N. Lockwood Ridge Rd.
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 355-3600
Purpose: Reflex has worked with students with down syndrome, MS, autism, and other disabilities. Students reap great benefits from dance in the areas of health, coordination, and personal satisfaction. Reflex believes dance is for everyone! They have a class for teens and adults with special needs.
4800 CR 675
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 322-2000
Purpose: SMART is dedicated to enhancing the physical, emotional, and cognitive growth of individuals with special needs through a quality educational and recreational therapeutic horseback riding and carriage driving program.
22 Sarasota Center Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 377-9361
Purpose: Sensory camps, handwriting clinic, camp for children with autism, occupational, physical, and speech therapy needs.
P.O. Box 1271
Sarasota, FL 34230
(941) 225-3103
Purpose: Special Day Foundation provides opportunities for children and adults with developmental disabilities to experience the physical, therapeutic, and social value of nature-based recreational activities. The programs include boating and fishing opportunities. They also work with the University of Florida College of Dentistry to provide dental services to special needs children and adults.
1820 Samco Road
Rapid City, MD 57702
(605) 342-0266
Purpose: We manufacture bikes for 18 months to 5 years old and for 6 years old to 10 year olds. These bikes are being used at special needs facilities.
3657 Cortez Road W. #120
Bradenton, FL 34210
(941) 751-0049
Purpose: Year-round sports training and competition programs for persons with intellectual disabilities, ages 8 and older.
P.O. Box 2112
Venice, FL 34284
(941) 412-0402
Purpose: Year-round sports training and competition program for persons with intellectual disabilities, ages eight and older.
Twin Lakes Park
6700 Clark Road
Sarasota, FL 34241
(941) 486-2781
Purpose: Recreational opportunities for teens and adults with disabilities.
Braden River Soccer Club
11523 Palmbrush Trail #212
Bradenton, FL 34202
(941) 358-0497
Purpose: US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with disabilities, organized by youth soccer association volunteers. The program is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl, ages 4-19, who has a mental or physical disability.
8771 College Parkway, Bldg 2, Suite 201
Ft Myers, FL 33919
Purpose: To serve the needs of adults with disabilities, develop social connections and recreational skills, build relationships, and create life experiences though a camp experience.
Chuck Reiter Field
250 Fort Street
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 412-8762
Purpose: An opportunity for individuals with disabilities to be a meaningful part of a baseball team. Parents, friends and siblings can become involved in the game as well.
Resources
Purpose: Online compilation of resources for children in the Sarasota area. The goal is for all children to be happy and find something they enjoy.
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33612
(800) 333-4530
Purpose: A community-based project that provides free information, consultation, training, and resources to schools and families with disabilities.
Purpose: Offers a wealth of information on disabilities.
1021 Delaware Ave.
Palm Harbor, FL 34683
(888) 612-9273
Local: (727) 789-2400
Fax: (727) 789-2454
Purpose: CFPC is the Parent Training & Information Center (PTI) for 30 counties in central and northeast Florida. We are funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). We serve families of all ages (birth to 26) and all disabilities completely free of charge, and we are staffed by parents and other family-members of children and adults with disabilities. We provide one-on-one individual assistance and training as well as free webinars on a variety of topics related to special education. We also have several Spanish speaking staff and a Spanish website.
720 South Orange Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 365-1277
Purpose: Child abuse prevention, intervention, and treatment.
Purpose: To provide resources for children with apraxia, including speech therapy grants, iPads to use as communication devices, and webinars.
1800 2nd Street, #971
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 365-7838
Purpose: Elder law, guardianship, special needs planning, wills, and trusts.
5117 26th Street West, Suite A
Bradenton, FL 34207
(813) 240-3044
Purpose: Providing supports and transition programs for babies, children, and youth who are bilaterally visually impaired to become independent and productive contributors in society.
5333 Rio Vista Street
Sarasota, FL 34232
(813) 240-3044
Purpose: Face Autism, Inc. provides screenings, sensory friendly events and funding for therapy services, so that all treatments and educational resources are made available to every qualifying family with a child diagnosed with autism. They host sensory-friendly Holiday events for children with autism and their families, including Octoberfest, an Easter Egg Hunt, and Sensory Santa.
Attorneys & Counselors For All Generations
Offices in Bradenton, Sarasota, and Venice
(941) 960- 1676
Purpose: Elder Law, estate planning, probate & trust administration, guardianship, Medicaid planning, and veteran benefits.
2555 Shumard Oak Blvd
Tallahassee, FL 32399
(850) 413-9969
Purpose: Registration identifies those persons in need of assistance and sheltering during an emergency evacuation because of physical, mental or sensory disabilities.
4630 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 487-5400
Purpose: Early Steps is a statewide system of early intervention services focused on parent education. Early Steps connects families with professionals who teach them how to improve the development of their children through everyday activities. Evaluations to determine eligibility are provided at no cost to families, regardless of income.
PO Box 510727
Punta Gorda, FL 33951
(941) 916-4096
Purpose: Attorney in Charlotte County representing parents who are seeking to establish Guardianships over their adult Disabled Children. Representations costs a flat fee of $500 all consultations are free of charge.
Transparent Wealth Management
Financial Advisory
5959 Cattlemen Ln
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 778-1916
Purpose: Estate Planning for Families with Special Needs Children
(800) 706-2740
Purpose: Provide an Epilepsy Support Group for the greater Sarasota/Manatee County area for the benefit of those living with epilepsy and their families. Contact them to learn more about seizure detection devices and how to apply for assistance.
309 North Parsons Ave.
Bradenton, FL 33510
(813) 661-5297, Ask to speak with Marcy
Purpose: Elder law attorneys that specialize in guardianships, special needs trusts, Social Security Disability qualification, and Medicaid qualification.
1900 Main Street, Suite 302
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 366-0038
Purpose: Provides special education legal advocacy services related to special education and school.
303 N. Rocky Point Drive West, Suite 700
Tampa, FL 33607
(813) 658-5000
Purpose: Personal financial advisors to families with special needs.
8374 Market Street #113
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 907-0499
Purpose: Manasota BUDS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides programs, services, and support to individuals with Down syndrome and their families in Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
Purpose: Provides a FREE online bimonthly publication on parenting special needs children.
8588 Potter Park Drive, Suite 500
Sarasota, FL 34238
(941) 312-0400
Purpose: Connects families and professionals to facilitate education, information, and support for families living with Prader-Willi Syndrome.
2050 Ringling Boulevard
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 954-7056
Purpose: Project Lifesaver provides rapid response to find children and adults diagnosed with diseases or disorders that might make them prone to wander away from their home and caregivers.
(941) 254-6490
Purpose: MSCAR is proud to introduce Project Lifesafer to Manatee County. This program is specifically designed for those individuals that have cognitive disorders such as Autism, Down Syndrome or Alzheimer’s that bolt or hide when they are scared, stressed, or fixated on an idea or object as well as individuals that just tend to wander with no real goal in mind. Citizens enrolled in Project Lifesaver wear a small personal transmitter around the wrist or ankle that emits an individualized tracking signal. If an enrolled client goes missing, the caregiver notifies 911 and MCSAR is deployed to the individual’s area with specialized tracking equipment. This is a proven international program with very positive results. Most who are lost are found within a few miles from home, and search times have been reduced from hours and days to minutes. Recovery times for PLI clients average 30 minutes — 95% less time than standard operations.
2501 63rd Ave. East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 741-6550 x 2221
Purpose: SEDNET is the Multiagency Network for students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities. It creates and facilitates a network of key stakeholders committed to assisting in the provision of a quality system of care for students with or at-risk of emotional and/or behavioral challenges.
Purpose: A non-profit organization that makes and distributes weighted blankets for special needs children at no cost. Blankets are weighted 3, 5, 7, or 10 pounds. After requesting a blanket, applicants are placed on a waiting list.
4480 51st Street West
Sarasota, FL 34210
(941) 251-5000
Purpose: Providing the highest quality mental health treatment services in a safe, therapeutic environment with compassion and respect for all patients and families: Child and Adolescent Inpatient Stabilization and Adult and Mature Adult Inpatient Stabilization. Suncoast Behavioral Health Center is a Baker Act receiving facility for children, adolescents, and adults.
3281 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 351-9545
Purpose: Computer loan, medical equipment loans, advocacy, independent living skills training, and home modifications for people with disabilities.
1332 North Duval St.
Tallahassee, FL 32303
(888) 309-2233
Purpose: A statewide conference for the disability community.
(888) 309-2233
Purpose: The FYC is all about getting youth and emerging leaders involved in self-advocacy, peer mentoring, and other activities that will improve the quality of life for youth with disabilities throughout the state.
7313 International Place, Suite 90
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
(941) 361-1173
Purpose: Provides one-to-one reading instruction for children.
1751 Mound Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 894-5104
Purpose: Provides hospice care, grief support, caregiver respite/companion services and volunteer opportunities.
1445 2nd Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 308-4357
Purpose: Information and referral, helping resources for residents of Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
328 N. Rhodes Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 365-4479
Purpose: Elder & Social Security law, trusts & estate planning law, and special needs trusts.
(941) 749-3059
Purpose: Whole Child Manatee uses strategic planning, web-based technology, and broad-based community engagement to build communities where everyone works to make children thrive. Families complete their profile and connect to resources and information in Manatee County.
Purpose: Parents, educators, advocates and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
Respite Services
3223 NW 10th Terrace, Suite 602
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(888) 687-3732)
Purpose: Deliver the Dream provides monthly three-day retreats at no cost for families who have a child or parent experiencing a serious illness or crisis.
350 Braden Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 355-7637
Purpose: To provides exceptional services for persons with disabilities and their families across a lifetime by empowering individuals to live their lives to the fullest extent.
16110 Dream Oaks Place
Bradenton, FL 34212
(941) 746-5659
Purpose: Provides therapeutic camping programs throughout the year to children ages 7-17 with varying special needs. These are day camps, weekend camps and residential camps. Youth have the opportunity to engage in arts & crafts, horseback riding, boating, music and dancing, swimming, nature programs, sports, and many more!
(407) 857-8224
Purpose: Nathaniel’s Hope offers a program called Buddy Break that provides free respite care. Kids with special needs make new friends and enjoy all kinds of activities, while caregivers get a break! This program is provided through partnerships with local churches.
Family Network on Disabilities of Manasota, Inc.
P.O. Box 110025
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 928-0682
Purpose: Allows parents and caregivers of children with disabilities and special needs to take a break, rest, or engage in other relaxing alternatives to their everyday situation, thus reducing the physical, emotional, and psychological stress they may experiencing.
111 Firenze Avenue
Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-2258
Purpose: Free respite program, child-directed activities for children with special needs, one Saturday per month from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
Therapy Services
6215 Lorraine Rd.
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202
(941) 758-4707
Purpose: Advanced ABA offers Comprehensive Assessments, Functional Behavior Assessments, Family Support Planning, Autism Treatment, Individual Treatment, Group Therapy and Social Skills Training, Professional Consultation and Professional Development. This program specializes in the treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders, Feeding/Toileting, Aspergers Syndrome, Communication Delays, Anxiety, Social Skills Development, Sibling Rivalry, Inclusion Planning/Support, Vocational Training/Planning, and many other areas.
8950 Dr. ML King Street N Suite 170
St Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 576-7600
Purpose: Providing an individualized therapeutic program for every child based on a very thorough assessment of language and learning skills. They are experts in toilet training and feeding therapy.
PO Box 56546
St. Petersburg, FL 33702
(727) 954-5401
Purpose: Behavioral Evolution, Inc. is a behavioral firm located throughout the state of Florida. Our primary focus is to provide the best behavioral services to families caring for individuals with developmental needs along with consultation to local organizations in need of systemic improvement.
7333 International Place
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 907-3443
Purpose: Beyond the Spectrum is a non-profit organization offering ABA Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a Practical Preschool program and an elementary school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
2020 59th Street West
Bradenton, FL 3209
(941) 798-6557
Purpose: Pediatric therapy provided to children and families in a multidisciplinary approach. Occupational, physical, and speech therapists perform evaluations, feeding/oral motor assessments, and developmental assessments. Treatment approaches include sensory integration techniques, neurodevelopmental treatments, speech-language therapy, oral-motor exercise programs, therapeutic listening, splinting, and serial casting. Physician prescription required.
3277 D Fruitville Rd, Suite #1
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 953-9559
Purpose: The Center for Growth and Development is a private pediatric speech and occupational therapy center. They incorporate a play-based, child-centered approach to treatment that provides children with the “just right challenge” to enhance motivation while improving foundational skills.
3823 East State Road 64
Bradenton, FL 34208
(941) 745-5111
Purpose: This organization offers Mental Health services, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech Language Therapy to children from birth – 21 years of age. Mental Health Services are also available for the adult population. In addition to providing professional evaluations and treatments for these therapies they provide Case Management, Vocational/Career Counseling and Mental Health Counseling for families. Summer camps are also available.
63 Sarasota Center Boulevard #101
Sarasota, Florida 34240
(941) 379-3725
Purpose: Children’s Therapy Works offers a family-oriented and loving environment, where parents and therapists form a partnership in order to best meet the needs of their child. We specialize in Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy for children birth to 18 years old.
1451 10th Street
Sarasota, FL 34236
(941) 552-1950
Purpose: Provides an integrated system of care in mental health, substance abuse, prevention and intervention, and criminal justice services for our most vulnerable citizens. We provide services for people where it’s needed; in schools, in homes, in groups, in hospitals, and jails.
350 Braden Avenue
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 355-7637
Purpose: Provides exceptional services for persons with disabilities and their families across a lifetime by empowering individuals to live their lives to the fullest extent.
Brittany C. Wierzba, PhD, BCBA-D
Clinical Director- Sarasota
(813) 374-2070 ext. 266
Purpose:
Engage Behavioral Health is a private ABA company that focuses on providing individualized behavior services to families of children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Through assessments, observations, and family input, we tailor a treatment plan that targets increasing adaptive (e.g., communication, daily living, social, self-management) behaviors and decreasing maladaptive (e.g., self-injurious, aggressive, tantrum) behaviors. We also provide support for caregivers in order to ensure behavior change occurs across settings and people.
4630 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34239
(941) 487-5400
Purpose: Early Steps is a statewide system of early intervention services focused on parent education. Early Steps connects families with professionals who teach them how to improve the development of their children through everyday activities. Evaluations to determine eligibility are provided at no cost to families, regardless of income.
P.O. Box 365
1629 Ranch Road
Nokomis, FL 34274
(941) 412-9333
Purpose: Partnering with horses, they challenge individuals with special needs to reach their fullest potential.
5881 Rand Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34238
(941) 927-8805
Purpose: Outpatient facility providing medical and therapeutic services- pediatric medical services, pediatric diagnostic services, pediatric surgical services, pediatric development and rehabilitation services, and patient/family support services.
410 10th Avenue West
Palmetto, FL 34221
(941) 722-3581
Purpose: Speech, Physical, and Occupational Therapies are provided to children in our outpatient clinics, area preschools/daycares, and in the public school system. We also provide parent education, case management, and in the natural environment services.
5899 Whitfield Ave. #203
Sarasota, FL 34243
(941) 360-0200
Purpose: Pediatric Therapy Solutions, Inc. is a pediatric therapy company offering occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy services to meet the needs of your child in a loving and comforting environment. Parent involvement is the number one key to success in this arena.
(813) 720-7529
Purpose: To provide customized ABA programs to meet the specific needs of each child. They teach language, imitation, self-help skills, play and social skills, help with academics, and community outings.
(855) 832-6727
Purpose: PBS Corp serves children and adults with behavioral challenges. Typically, we support individuals who require assistance in
- Developing or enhancing language skills to more effectively communicate their needs and functional skills (e.g., daily living, self-regulation) that will lead to greater independence
- Diminishing problem behaviors such as noncompliance, aggression, self-injury, elopement, and property destruction that limit their ability to develop skills and participate fully in integrated settings
2050 Proctor Road
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 921-3018
Purpose: Provides mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment for children, adolescents and adults.
4040 CR 675
Bradenton, FL 34211
(941) 322-2000
Purpose: SMART is dedicated to enhancing the physical, emotional, and cognitive growth of individuals with special needs through a quality educational and recreational therapeutic horseback riding and carriage driving program.
1084 South Briggs Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 952-1644
Purpose: Provides counseling to youth and families, anger management, parenting classes, youth shelter, alternative school, tutoring, counseling, homeless literacy, foster care, preschool, Operation Graduation.
2501 63rd Ave. East
Bradenton, FL 34203
(941) 751-6550 ext. 2221
Purpose: SEDNET is The Multiagency Network for students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities. It creates and facilitates a network of key stakeholders committed to assisting in the provision of a quality system of care for students with or at-risk of emotional and/or behavioral challenges.
22 Sarasota Center Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34240
(941) 377-9361
Purpose: Sensory camps, handwriting clinic, camp for children with autism, occupational, physical, and speech therapy needs.
Located at the YMCA
1075 S. Euclid Ave.
Sarasota, FL 34237
(941) 404-4676
Purpose: Provides speech/language therapy for children in the Sarasota area with communication challenges.
4480 51st St. West
Sarasota, FL 34210
(941) 251-5000
Purpose: Providing the highest quality mental health treatment services in a safe, therapeutic environment with compassion and respect for all patients and families: Child and Adolescent Inpatient Stabilization and Adult and Mature Adult Inpatient Stabilization. Suncoast Behavioral Health Center is a Baker Act receiving facility for children, adolescents and adults.
411 Commercial Court, Suite F
Venice, FL 34292
(941) 485-1199
Purpose: Provides speech, occupational, and physical therapy in South Sarasota County. They also have social skills summer camps for youth ages 9 to 17 years old.
4620 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34232
(941) 371-8820
Purpose: Provides prevention and early intervention services to young children and their families at risk for academic, social, and economic failure.
6977 Professional Parkway East
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34240
(941) 758-3140
Purpose: TPI Kids is a pediatric speech-language, occupational, and behavioral therapy center offering a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic services. They are PROMPT and Beckman Oral motor trained, and utilize multiple approaches to therapy, including AAC devices, PECs, and verbal behavior therapy.
Purpose: Turning Point Camp takes place twice per year (spring/fall). These week-long family camps are designed to help families connect and help challenging children redirect their paths. This program is designed for children ages 3-13. The focus of camp is to renew, recharge, and empower each parent and child with effective techniques to increase love and laughter in their homes. Skill building interventions are taught and practiced to build trust, honesty, self-control and conscience development for each child.
800 Gulf Coast Blvd
Venice, FL 34292
(941) 882-0170
Purpose: Sertoma Speech Clinic of Venice is a not-for-profit center established to provide exceptional care to children who are challenged with communication impairment. Services are offered at a minimal cost to clients based on a sliding scale.
Transition Services
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33612
(800) 333-4530
Purpose: A community-based project that provides free information, consultation, training, and resources to schools and families with disabilities.
5117 26th Street West, Suite A
Bradenton, FL 34207
(813) 240-3044
Purpose: Providing supports and transition programs for babies, children, and youth who are bilaterally visually impaired to become independent and productive contributors in society.
(800) 410-5700
(800) 983-2435
Purpose: Those who cannot obtain their own transportation due to a disability, age, or income, and for those who qualify, are provided the necessary transportation to medical, life-sustaining treatment, employment, and educational locations.
13301 Bruce B. Downs Blvd, MHC 2113A
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 974-2996
Purpose: The Learning Academy at the University of South Florida is a 30-week program designed to provide a structured employment-focused curriculum for individuals diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder, between the ages of 18-25 after they have graduated from high school.
7318 N. Tamiami Trail
Sarasota, FL 34243
Purpose: Provides developmental/transition vision rehabilitation training for eligible infants and toddlers ages birth to five and high school students ages 14 to 21. Lighthouse of Manasota also provides advocacy services for children with visual disabilities.
USF-St. Petersburg Campus
140 7th Avenue South-SVP108
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
(727) 873-4653
Purpose: Project 10 assists Florida school districts in building capacity to achieve the secondary transition indicators to students with disabilities to improve their academic success and post-school outcomes.
2050 Proctor Road
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 921-3018
Purpose: Provides mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment for children, adolescents and adults.
1970 Landings Blvd.
Sarasota, FL 34231
(941) 408-9084
Purpose: Provides non-paid experiences, job coaching, employability skills training.
3281 17th Street
Sarasota, FL 34235
(941) 351-9545
Purpose: Computer loan, medical equipment loans, advocacy, independent living skills training, and home modifications for people with disabilities.
