The following are a variety of resources available for people with unique needs, families and other community members.
Local (Bowling Green, KY)
Training & Vocational Rehabilitation
Kentucky Department for the Blind (http://blind.ky.gov/Pages/aboutus.aspx)
400 East Main Street, Suite 302
(270) 746 – 7479
Best Center for Independent Living
624 Eastwood Avenue
(270) 796 – 5992
Regional Resource Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center
624 Eastwood Avenue
(270) 796 – 5992
Caveland Educational Support (http://www.grrec.ky.gov/caveland.htm)
1790 Normal Drive
(270) 745 – 5363
Support Services
Advocacy in Motion – AIM
1210 Bennett Lane
(270) 842 – 5094
Adaptive Enterprises
1733 Campus Plaza Court
(270) 783 – 0726
ARC of Warren County
http://arcofwarrencounty.wix.com/arcofwarrencounty
(270) 816-7213
Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs
495 Three Springs Road
(270) 746 – 7816
Disability Resource Initiative (http://www.dri-ky.org)
624 Eastwood Avenue
(270) 796 – 5992
Handicapped Parking Permits
County Court Clerk
429 East 10th Avenue
(270) 842 – 9416
Special Events
Down Syndrome of South Central Kentucky (Buddy Walk)
PO Box 1611
info@dssky.org
State (Kentucky)
Division of Exceptional Children’s Services
Kentucky Department of Education
Capitol Plaza Tower, 8th Floor
500 Mero Street
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502 – 564 – 4970
http://education.ky.gov/specialed/Pages/default.aspx
Office of Learning Program Development (3 – 5)
500 Mero Street
Capital Plaza Tower, 17th Floor
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502 – 564 – 7056
www.kde.state.us
Infant and Toddler Program (0 – 2)
100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E – E
Frankfort, KY 40621 – 7700
Phone: 502 – 564 – 4440
E-mail: jhenson@mail.state.ky.us
Department of Vocational Rehabilitation
Cabinet for Workforce Development
209 Clair
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502 – 564 – 4440
E-mail: sam.derraglio@mail.state.ky.us
Kentucky Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
Department of Mental Health/Mental Retardation Services
100 Fair Oaks Lane, 4E – F
Frankfort, KY 40621 – 0001
Phone: 502 – 564 – 7842
E-mail: pfseybold@mail.state.ky.us
Department for Public Advocacy, P & A Division
100 Fair Oaks Lane, Third Floor
Frankfort, KY 40606
Phone: 502 – 564 – 2967 or in KY 800 – 372- 2988
Commission for Children with Special Health Care Needs
982 Eastern Parkway
Louisville, KY 40217 – 1566
Phone: 800 – 232 – 1160 or 502 – 595 – 4459
E-mail: Beverly.Hampton@mail.state.ky.us
Human Developmental Institute
University Affiliated Facility
University of Kentucky
126 Mineral Industries Building
Lexington, KY 40506 – 0051
Phone: 606 – 257 – 1714
E-mail: ronh@ihdi.uky.edu
Kentucky Special Parent Involvement Network (KY – SPIN)
2210 Goldsmith Lane, Suite 118
Louisville, KY 40218
Phone: 800 – 525-7746 or 502 – 456 – 0923
E-mail: familytrng@aol.com
Parent Outreach: Parents Supporting Parents
1146 South Third Street
Louisville, KY 40203
Phone: 502 – 584 – 1239
E-mail: CRC@iglou.com
The Arc of Kentucky
833 East Main
Frankfort, KY 40601
Phone: 502 – 875 – 5225
Other Resources
ADHD:
ADHD and Relationships: Tips for Adults
This article from the National Alliance on Mental Illness offers helpful advice on how to manage your ADHD in your romantic relationship.
Treatment Options for ADHD in Children and Teens
Parents whose children are struggling with the disorder will find this printable guide to be rich with information on many of the treatment options available to your loved one.
Creating the Optimal Living Environment for a Child with ADHD
This guide contains valuable information on creating a soothing home atmosphere, a key factor in fostering the focus and wellbeing of your ADHD child.
ADD / ADHD and School: Helping Children and Teens with ADHD Succeed at School
ADHD and Learning Disabilities: School Help
College Assistance Guide for People with ADHD
The Best Software and Gadgets for ADHD Students
The Ultimate ADHD Apps Guide: 18 Apps to Make Managing Your ADHD Simpler
Strategies to Empower, Not Control, Kids Labeled ADD/ADHD
ADHD and Stress: Does One Cause the Other?
ADHD and Addiction: What is the Risk?
ADHD and Coexisting Conditions: ADHD, Sleep and Sleep Disorders
There are many techniques you can implement into your daily routine to better manage your most troublesome symptoms.
ADHD in the Workplace: Your Legal Rights and Tips for Success
This article not only informs you of your legal rights regarding your ADHD at work, but also gives pointers on strategies to try at home and work that can help make your career aspirations a reality.
APPS:
CEREBRAL PALSY:
Cerebral Palsy is the most common physical disability in childhood, with a child being born with CP every hour. Our goal is to raise awareness globally for Cerebral Palsy and other birth injuries. For more information, please click link below.
CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES:
5 Important Reasons Why Your Child Needs Routine to Succeed
PBS Parents: Communication Strategies for Children with Learning Disabilities
Create Your Own Anti-Anxiety Kit for Children
5 Ways for Teachers to Help Students with Special Needs
Adapting the Childcare Environment for Children with Special Needs
FOR THE HOME:
Disability Remodeling for the Home
Financial Assistance for Accessibility Home Repairs and Modifications
A Guide for Disabled Homebuyers
SERVICE DOGS:
4 Paws For Ability (http://4pawsforability.org/
Assistance Dogs International www.assistancedogsinternational.org
How Dogs Can Help People with ADD & ADHD