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Find educational consultants, psychologists, educational diagnosticians, health care providers, academic therapists, tutors, speech language therapists, occupational therapists, coaches, advocates, and attorneys for children with disabilities on the Yellow Pages for Kids for your state.

You will also find special education schools, learning centers, treatment programs, parent groups, respite care, community centers, grassroots organizations, and government programs for children with disabilities.

Advisory Board on Autism and Related Disorders (ABOARD)
Marie Mambuca
35 Wilson Street, Suite 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
(800) 827-9385; (412) 781-4122 (fax)
Email: info@aboard.org
Web: www.aboard.org
Through Education, Family Support and Advocacy, ABOARD is committed to maximizing the potential and possibilities of children, adolescents and adults with autism.

Susan J. Agard, Esq.
Stephen Girard Building, Ninth Floor
21 South 12th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 568-2949; (215) 751-0658 (fax)
Email: sjagard@comcast.net
Advocate for children in Philadelphia, Bucks, Montgomery Counties. Experience in protecting rights of children under the ADA and IDEA. Goal: Early intervention and comprehensive services.

Lilian Akin, Esq.
3510 Gerber Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
(412) 422-4383; (412) 422-7389 (fax)
Email: laakin@bellatlantic.net
Web: www.lilianakin.com
I am an attorney specializing in education law. I represent children with disabilities in due process hearing as well as expulsion and discipline hearings.

All Children Play
Janis Creason
P. O. Box 6504
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 540-7150; (717) 540-5910 (fax)
Email: janis@allchildrenplay.com
Offers volunteer consulting services to community groups and/or municipal government agencies interested in developing 100% accessible playgrounds and recreational opportunities.

American Foundation for the Blind
11 Penn Plaza, Suite 300
New York, NY 10001
(212) 502-7600; (212) 502-7662 (TTY)
Email: afbinfo@afb.net
Web: www.afb.org

Gary Ames, Licensed Psychologist - Neurofeedback
28 Rock Hill Road
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(610) 668-3223; (610) 668-0213 (fax)
Email: GaryAmes@AlertFocus.com
Web: http://AlertFocus.com
Provide several types of neurofeedback to calm and strengthen the brain. Reducing brain wave intensity is tightly linked to diverse symptom reduction.

AnswersNow
Tracy L. Paskiewicz
767 N Judson St.
Philadelphia, PA 19130
(215) 765-2944
Email: tlpask@comcast.net
You have questions? We have answers. We provide independent psychological, educational, and neuropsychological evaluations for students in the greater Philadelphia area.

AppliedGiftedEd
Todd McIntyre
724 Meadowlark Road
Audubon, PA 19403
(484) 831-5394
Email: ToddMcintyre@AppliedGiftedEd.com
Web: http://www.appliedgifteded.com
Special Education Advocate focusing on gifted education issues, including twice exceptional.

The Arc of Blair County
Maria Brandt
431 Jackson Avenue
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 946-1011; (814) 946-1013 (fax)
Email: mail@thearcblair.org
Web: http://www.thearcblair.org
Provides advocacy services from birth through life at no charge. Offers educational seminars. Reference materials distributed. Recreational activities exist.

The Arc of Bucks County
Suzanne O'Mullan, Executive Director
27 Woodside Avenue
Chalfont, PA 18914
(215) 997-9796
Email: arcofbucks@comcast.net
Advocating for individuals with cognitive abilities throughout Bucks County.

The Arc of Indiana County
Regency Mall
1570 Oakland Ave.
Indiana, PA 15701
(724) 349-8230; (724) 349-8230
Email: btelth@arcindiana.org
Web: http://www.arcindiana.org
The Arc of Indiana County provides information and support to people with disabilities and their families to they can be included in every community.

The Arc of Lancaster County
Ellen J. Schellenberger
630 Janet Ave
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 394-5251; (717) 394-5257 (fax)
Email: ellenrbb@dejazzd.com
Web: http://thearcoflancasterco.org
We provide advocacy support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families by attending meetings and providing information and support

The Arc of Lehigh & Northampton Counties, Inc.
2289 Avenue A
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 849-8076; (610) 849-6202 (fax)

The Arc of Montgomery County (MARC)
1010 W. Ninth Ave
King of Prussia, PA 19406
(610) 265-4700; (610) 265-3439 (fax)
Web: www.marcpa.org
Advocacy and Early Intervention Services for children ages 0-3 include speech, occupational, physical, and vision therapy. Parent and sibling support groups, music therapy and social work.

The Arc of Northeastern PA (NEPA)
Jeannie Lally
115 Meadow Avenue
Scranton, PA 18505
(570) 346-4010; (570) 207-0671; (570) 570-346-8436 (fax)
Email: jlally@thearcnepa.org
We provide supports and services to people with developmental disabilities and their families- Carbon, Monroe, Pike, Lackawanna, Susguquehanna, and Wayne Counties.

The Arc of Pennsylvania
2001 N. Front, Building 2, Suite 221
Harrisburg, PA 17102-2104
(717) 234-2621; (800) 692-7258
Email: ssuroviec@thearcpa.org
Web: http://www.thearcpa.org/

The ARC of Philadelphia
Martrice S. Kennedy
2350 W. Westmoreland Street
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 229-4550; (215) 225-1330 (fax)
Email: mkennedy@arcpddc.org
Web: http://www.arcpddc.org
Imagine the possibilities and let us help you get there. For over 60 years we have helped people with disabilities live a meaningful life.

The Arc of Westmoreland
Deborah Leggens
316 Donohoe Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 837-8159 ext. 112; (724) 837-7453 (fax)
Email: dleggens@arcwestmoreland.org
We strive to educate and provide support for those we serve and their families, to ensure access to all services that are available and to which they may be entitled as well as the opportunity to chose where and how they live, learn, work, and play.

ASCEND Group (An Asperger Syndrome Information Alliance)
P.O. Box 531
Ardmore, PA 19003
(610) 449-6776
Email: dcwright@ascendgroup.org
Web: http://www.ascendgroup.org

ATG Learning Academy
27 West Butler Ave
Chalfont, PA 18914
(215) 996-1275; (215) 996-4292 (fax)
Email: ksmookler@atglearningacademy.com
Web: http://atglearningacademy.com
ATG is committed to nurturing the unique intelligence and learning style of each child, allowing children to grow in self-esteem, confidence and competence.

AutismLink.com
Cindy Waeltermann
376 Wagon Wheel Trail
Wexford, PA 15090
(412) 377-8778; (724) 934-2040 (fax)
Email: info@autismlink.com
Web: www.autismlink.com
Pittsburgh and Western PA's #1 Resource for Parents of Autistic Children. Advice, information, advocacy. Mentoring program for parents in need of advocacy or support. Informational listserv keeps you up-to-date with local conferences, seminars and events.

AutismLink's Mercer County Pennsylvania Support
Amy Caraballo
3366 Morefield Road
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 982-4485
Email: amycaraballo@gmail.com
Web: http://www.autismlink.com
AutismLink's Mercer County PA Support Group. AutismLink is Pittsburgh and Western PA's #1 Resource for Parents of Autistic Children. Advice, information, advocacy.

Autism Society of America – Greater Harrisburg Area Chapter
P.O. Box 6856
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 732-8408; (800) 244-2425, ext. 8408
Web: www.autism-hbgpa.org
Serving 11 counties in southcentral Pennsylvania

Autism Society of America – Greater Philadelphia Chapter
325 Tyson Avenue
Glenside, PA 19038-3120
(610) 358-5256
Web: www.asaphilly.org

Autism Society of America – Midwestern PA Chapter
2062 Moravia Street
New Castle, Pennsylvania
(724) 652-8372
Serving Lawrence and Mercer counties, providing families with autism information, referrals and a monthly support group.

Autism Special Education Support
Debra Schafer
P.O. Box 973
Exton, PA 19341
(610) 363-1156
Email: ASPEDAdvocate@aol.com
Web: http://www.autismspedsupport.com
Autism Special Education Coaching, Advocacy, and Consulting. Specialization in Asperger's Syndrome. Parent/educator training on IEP's, special education, and supporting autism spectrum children in school.

Autism Support and Advocacy in Pennsylvania
201 Davidson Street
Tarentum, PA 15084-1137
(724) 224.3507
Web: http://users.aol.com/asapontask/mw1/

AVID Learning Center
Rebecca Moyes
4 Kensington Square, Suite A
New Kensington, PA 15068
(724) 594-1090; (724) 594-1092 (fax)
Email: bmoyes123@aol.com
Web: www.avidlearning.org
Services available: Educational Advocacy, Autism/Asperger’s Consults, Summer Programs, Tutoring, Reading Program using Wilson Reading Method, Occupation Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychological Evaluations and Educational Evaluations.

Back To Basic Tutoring
244 McNair Circle
Northampton, PA 18067
(610) 262-6253
One-on-one private tutoring in your home. We work with all children in grades K-12 using the school's curriculum. Complimentary in-home consultation.

J. Timothy Bak, Esq.
Attorney at Law
415 S. Penn Street
Clifton Heights, PA 19018
(610) 394-0911
Email: tim@cerell.com
Advising and representing children and their families in special and gifted education matters, including IEPs, accommodations, due process and litigation, and in estate planning, including special needs trusts.

Barton Educational Consulting
Kelly J. Barton
1635 Tuckaway Trail
West Chester, PA 19380
(610) 696-6018; (484) 764-7797
Email: bartonedconsulting@gmail.com
Web: http://www.bartonedconsulting.com
Learning Exceptionalities and Special Needs, College and Career Counseling, School Placement and Transition, Academic Coaching, Pre K - College/Career

Behavior Interventions, Inc.
Christine Bibelheimer, M.S.Ed.
292 Paoli Pike
Malvern, PA 19355
(610) 246-9382; (215) 527-7228; (610) 296-0939 (fax)
Email: ceb@behaviorinterventions.org
Web: http://behaviorinterventions.org
Board Certified (BCBA) Behavior Consultation / Parent Training / Behavior Therapy / Assessments for Early Intervention and School Aged Children.

Behavioral and Educational Consultants
Kelly Lenzi and Erin Bain
1006 Elmo Avenue
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 866-6217; (724) 854-7383
Email: kal@libcom.com
Web: http://behavioralandeducationalconsultants.com
Our agency offers consultative services and trainings to parents, educators, and progressionals on behavioral modification, ABA, and discrete trial therapy for children with Autism.

Behavioral Support for Family and Community, P.C.
CGA Professional Center BSFC, P.C. Room 208
135 North George Street
York, PA 17401
(877) 777-5393
Email: info@bsfcpc.org
Web: http://www.bsfcpc.org
Behavioral Support for Family and Community, P.C. provides behavioral assessment and support services for children with autism and pervasive developmental disorders.

Bethlehem Pediatric Therapy Services
Jennifer Doyle
2868 Main Street
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(610) 419-8481
Email: BPTSinfo@yahoo.com
Pediatric therapy agency offering occupational, physical and speech therapy evaluations, consultations and treatment in home, clinic or community settings.

Pamela E. Berger, Esq.
Attorney at Law
434 Grace St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15211
(412) 904-2250; (412) 774-2193 (fax)
Email: Pamelabe@Comcast.net
Web: http://www.Berger-edlaw.com
I represent parents and children in special education cases as well as in truancy and juvenile justice matters. I have experience in charter school start-up.

Berks Autism Society
Web: http://www.autismsocietyofberks.org/

Berkshire Psychiatric and Behavioral Health P.C.
Lisa A. Hain MS, NCSP, LPC
1200 Broadcasting Road, Suite 200
Wyomissing, PA 19610
(610) 468-3731; (610) 375-0544; (610) 378-9779 (fax)
Email: bafflesmymind@aol.com
Provides psycho-educational and psychological evaluations of children and youth; provision of school psychological services including disability determination and IEP planning; cognitive behavioral therapy and psychological services as a related service; school violence and crisis intervention.

Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania
2400 Park Drive
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 657-3601; Brain Injury Resource Line (BIRL) (866) 635-7097
Web: www.biapa.org

Bucks County L.I.F.E. Program
Penndel Mental Health Center
152 Monroe Avenue
Penndel, PA 19047
(215) 750-7651; (888) 442-1590
and
4920 York Road, Bldg. 1 Suite 2 F
P.O. Box 15
Holicong, PA 18928
(215) 794-5420
Web: http://www.lifeinbucks.org
Provides support, information, referral and training to families of children and adolescents who have emotional, behavioral, social and/or learning issues. Services are free.

Michael C. Buonomo, MA
5781 Glen Oaks Drive
Narvon, PA 17555-9450
(717) 768-4603
Email: mbuonomo@comcast.net
Licensed psychologist specializing in child behavior problems, Autism, Asperger's, PDD, Mental Retardation (dual diagnosis) evaluation and treatment. Christian perspective. Home/school visits available.

Bureau of Career and Technical Education
Division of Field Support
Department of Education
333 Market Street, 6th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
(717) 787-8022
Email: jfutrell@state.pa.us

Bureau of Special Education
Department of Education
333 Market Street, 7th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
(717) 783-6913
Web: http://www.pde.state.pa.us/special_edu/site/default.asp

Camp Lee Mar (Overnight camp)
Ari Segal
805 Redgate Road
Dresher, PA 19025
(215) 658-1708
Email: gtour400@aol.com
Web: http://www.leemar.com
Campers (with mild to moderate developmental challenges) enjoy traditional camp activities + academics, speech and language therapy, daily living skills, and much more.

CAN Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Wendy H. Kazman, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist
2011 Whitpain Hills
Blue Bell, PA 19422
(610) 952-1039; (610) 292-9559 (fax)
Email: otcan@aol.com
Web: www.otcan.com
Offering school-based, center-based and home-based treatment. Certified in Sensory Integration and Pediatric Neuro-Developmental Treatments. Specialized in autistic support therapy. Providing pediatric occupational therapy to newborns and up.

Debbie Carlitz, Esq.
Carlitz & Eisenberg, P.C.
826 Bustleton Pike, Suite 104
Feasterville, PA 19053
(215) 953-1544; (215) 953-5988 (fax)
Email: DebbieCarlitz@aol.com
Special education litigation with concentration on IEP meetings, disciplinary rights of children, due process hearings, and rights of students under ADA and IDEA.'

Carousel Farm's Educational Center
Amy McCann
226 Grenoble Road
Ivyland, PA 18974
(215) 355-6498; (215) 355-9410 (fax)
Email: mlraincar@aol.com
Web: http://www.carouselfarmcenter.com
Carousel Farm is a summer educational and recreational day program for children with developmental delay and/or autistic spectrum disorder, ages 6 - 21 years.

Center for Disability Law and Policy
1617 JFK Boulevard, Suite 800
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 557-7112 (V/TTY)
Email: info@equalemployment.org
Web: www.equalemployment.org

Center for Independent Living of North Central PA
Lucina Campbell
210 Market Street
Williamsport, PA 17701
(570) 327-9070
Email: lcampbell@cilncp.org
Web: http://www.cilncp.org
We provide Life Skills Training, Peer Counseling, Advocacy,Service Coordination, Attendant Care Services, Sensitivity Awareness Trainings, AT Programs, and Housing Coordination to persons with disabilities.

The Center for Pediatric Therapy, Inc.
Romain Jensen
9 Bristol Court
Wyomissing, PA 19610
(610) 670-8600; (610) 670-9104 (fax)
Email: off2school@verizon.net
Berks County services: OT (specialized in Sensory Processing/Integration); Speech; PT; Behavioral & Family Support; Social Skills programs (ages 3-teens); Auditory Integration Treatment. In-service/educational programs available.

CHADD Bradford County
Sayre
(717) 358-3145
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd849.html

CHADD Chester County
West Chester
(610) 429-4060
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd222.html

CHADD Erie County
Erie
(814) 455-7221
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd317.html

CHADD Fay-West Area Satellite
Connellsville
(412) 439-9407

CHADD Johnstown
Johnstown
(814) 534-3771

CHADD Lebanon County
Hershey
(717) 270-1842
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd612.html

CHADD Lehigh Valley
Fountain Hill
(610) 433-9595
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd614.html

CHADD Ligonier / Westmoreland County Satellite
Ligonier
(724) 238-3115

CHADD Luzerne County
Wilkes-Barre
(570) 822-6264
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd617.html

CHADD Main Line
Wynnewood
(610) 626-2998
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd122.html

CHADD-Montgomery County
120 Meadowland Drive
Collegeville, PA 19426
(610) 409-9623; (610) 489-7780
Email: montcopachadd610@comcast.net
Web: http://chadd.org
Support group for adults and/or parents of children with ADHD/ADD.

CHADD Pittsburgh and Vicinity Adult
Pittsburgh
(412) 682-6282
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd477.html

CHADD Reading Area
Reading
(610) 286-3999
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd328.html

CHADD Susquehanna Valley Satellite
Northumberland
(570) 473-7244
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd932.html

CHADD South Hills Area of Pennsylvania
St. Clair
(412) 276-2550
Web: http://www.chaddonline.org/chapters/chadd147.html

CHADD Wayne and Pike County
Honesdale
(570) 251-8179

Child Care Services
Carl Lupo
458 Edison-Furlong Road
Doylestown, PA 18901
(215) 230-4903; (267) 337-3470
Email: Carlabatrainer@google.comLu
ABA, Floortime, DiscreteTrial, Verbal Behavior. Child Care in your home when you have some place to be.

Child and Family Focus, Inc.
Karen Brenneman
PO Box 365
Valley Forge, PA 19460
(610) 783-1783; (610) 783 1944 (fax)
Email: kbrenneman@childandfamilyfocus.org
Web: http://www.childandfamilyfocus.org
A non-profit organization with a Family Outreach Dept which provides information, referral and free advocacy services to parents in Chester County, PA.

Barbara L. Cohen, PsyD
211 S. Route 100
Allentown, PA 18106
(610) 366-8116; (610) 366-1520 (fax)
Email: BarbaraPsyD@aol.com
I am a Clinical Neuropsychologist who works with hearing and deaf individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, Traumatic Brain Injuries providing psychological, neuropsychological evaluations and treatment.

Dael C. Cohen
501 Meadowpark Lane
Media, PA 19063
(215) 292-1104; (610) 876-0420
Email: cdael@aol.com
Transition Consultation and Planning; assist students with blindness, visual impairment, hearing impairment, learning disability, multiple disabilities. Consultation with adult service agencies, planning and application for post-secondary education.

Michael J. Connolly, Esq.
Attorney at Law
188 North Main Street
Doylestown, PA 18901
(215) 340-7500; (215) 340-7685 (fax)
Email: info@cjdjlaw.com
Web: http://www.cjdjlaw.com
We provide legal representation to children with disabilities and their families in special education matters in both administrative and court proceedings.

James Coplan, MD
Neurodevelopmental Pediatrics of the Main Line, PC
919 Conestoga Road
Building One, Suite 100
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 520-2130; (610) 520-2131 (fax)
Email: Info@NDPeds.com
Web: http://www.NDPeds.com
Assessment of children with developmental disabilities. Specializing in children birth to five with delays of any type, and children with autistic spectrum disorders of any age.

Core Connections, Inc.
Donna M. Romani-Kane, Helene Conroy
32 E. Westwood Park Drive,
Havertown PA 19083
(856) 429-0455; (610) 449-3421; (856) 429-0455 (fax)
Email: HeleneConroy@yahoo.com
We are dedicated to providing ongoing support and training to individuals, and families living with Autism Spectrum, Behavior and Communication Disorders. Our goal is provide effective and meaningful services within the child's community.

Carol Corso, MA
2325 Judy Lane
Coopersburg, PA 18036
(610) 965-8984; (610) 966-2258
Email: cacedumom1@aol.com
Special Education Advocate/Consultant 25 Years Experience with special needs children. Specialty areas include counseling, special education law, testing, tutoring, IEP development and working collaboratively with families, children and school districts.

Counseling and Parenting Services
Sharon Cuff
11 Summit Avenue
Broomall, PA 19008
(484) 437-0080
Email: sharon@sharoncuffcounseling.com
Web: http://sharoncuffcounseling.com
Counseling and Parenting Consultation for parents of children with special needs. Services are also offered to parents with learning differences and those who have survived childhood abuse, needing personalized instruction of parenting skills.

Thomas P. Cummings Jr., Esq.
Attorney at Law
224 S Blakley St.
Dunmore, PA 18512
(570) 207-4836
Email: lawyer@ezaccess.net
Advocacy from initial conference through final resolution of appropriate plan meeting the child's needs as guaranteed by fed and PA law.

Curious Parents Magazine
2416 Devon Lane
Drexel Hill, PA 19026
Web: www.curiousparents.com
Whether it's finding the right school, camp, after school classes, tutoring, hospital, physician, planning a party or just finding out what's going on this weekend for the family to do - parents turn to Curious Parents magazine and web site.

Delco Family P.A.S.S.(PDD/Autism Spectrum Support)
Barb Zimmerman
PO Box 210
Drexel Hill, PA 19026
(610) 626-9511
Email: barbzimmerman@delcofamilypass.com
Web: http://www.delcofamilypass.com
Delco Family PASS (PDD/Autism Spectrum Support)is a support group for families of children and adults with ASD. We have monthly meetings where we network and host an informative speaker.

Department of Education
333 Market Street, 7th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
(717) 783-6913
Web: www.pde.psu.edu

Department of Labor and Industry
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Bureau of Blindness and Visual Services
909 Green Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 787-6176; (800) 622-2842 (in PA)
Email: cboone@state.pa.us

Developmental Disabilities Planning Council
561 Forum Building, Commonwealth Avenue
Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 787-6057

Developmental Neuropsychology
Mary Lazar, Psy.D. and Kristen Herzel, Ph.D.
1 Presidential Blvd., Suite 204
Bala Cynwyd, PA
(610) 645-5668 (phone/fax)
Email: kherzel@netcarrier.com or mflazar@yahoo.com
web: www.home.earthlink.net/~kherzel
We provide assessment and consultation services for families of children ages 3-16 years, who have learning disabilities, speech/language delays, PDD/autism, Asperger's syndrome, nonverbal learning disabilities, traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, ADD/ADHD.

Division of Child and Adult Health Services
Department of Health, Room 724
P.O. Box 90
Harrisburg, PA 17108
(717) 772-2762; (800) 986-4550 - Special Kids Networks
Email: gstock@state.pa.us

DOTS: Developmental Occupational Therapy Services
Lisa M. Jochum
254 Old Eagle School Rd
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 254-0184
Email: JochumDOTS@verizon.net
DOTS is my private Occupational Therapy practice. I see children ages birth to 5yrs of age with their families in their homes and communities.

Lucy F. Dowd, Esq.
Attorney at Law
33 N. Duke Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
(717) 394-0521; (717) 431-1664 (fax)
Email: ldowd@appelyost.com
Web: http://www.appelyost.com
Representing individuals with exceptional needs and their families in special education matters, special needs trusts, estate planning and guardianship.

Down Syndrome Group of Erie County
Jackie Lupo, President
P.O. Box 9426
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 833-2143; (814) 833-5599
Email: lupo12345@aol.com
Know someone born with Down syndrome? Want to learn more? Acceptance and awareness are our goals Not limited to Erie County, all are welcome!

Dr. Robyn Forbes Drucker
(610) 296-9828
Email: rforbesdrucker@gmail.com
Web: druckeranddrucker.com
Child Advocate in special education

Phillip Drumheiser
Attorney At Law
P.O. Box 890
Carlisle, PA 17013
(717) 245-2688
Email: pdrumheiser@epix.net

Easter Seals of South Central Pennsylvania
2201 S. Queen Street
York, PA 17402
(717) 741-3891; (888) 273-7251
Email: DNoel3@aol.com
Web: www.visiteasterseals.org

Easter Seals of Southeastern Pennsylvania
3975 Conshohocken Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
(215) 879-1000
Email: cwebster@easterseals-sepa.org
Web: www.easterseals-sepa.org

Easter Seal Society of Western Pennsylvania
632 Fort Duquesne Boulevard
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 281-7244; (800) 587-3257
Email: mventura@pa-ws.easter-seals.org

Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center
Anne Marie Dolinish-Meltzer
PO Box 60 6900 Hamilton Blvd.
Trexlertown, PA 18087
(610) 402-0184; (610) 402-0132 (fax)
Email: info@EPDSC.org
Web: http://www.EPDSC.org
Provides comprehensive medical evaluations of infants, children, adolescents and adults with Down syndrome in a family centered model. The Center will also provide consultative services, medical services locally, etc.

EdBeCo-Education and Behavior Consulting
Maria Chepulis
9425 Stenton Avenue, Suite 109
Erdenheim, PA 19038
(215) 836-1383; (215) 593-7601; (215) 836-1384 (fax)
Email: chepul@aol.com
We provide Behavior and Educational Assessments, including FBA's, for children with Autism, as well as other diagnoses. Our staff of 14 provide direct services for both home programs as well as school supports.

Educational and Developmental Neuropsychology
Karen P. Kelly, Ph.D.
987 Old Eagle School Rd., Ste. 719
Wayne, PA 19087
(484) 557-5666
Web: http://www.drkarenkelly.com
Dr. Kelly is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the neuropsychological evaluation of AD/HD and learning disorders. Uses neuropsychological principles to understand a variety of cognitive difficulties and make specific recommendations.

Education Law Advocates, P.C.
Charles E. Pugh
The Culbertson Building
590 Snyder Avenue
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 696-5006; (610) 696-4520; (610) 696-6590 (fax)
Email: Ed.Law@comcast.net
Web: http://www.EducationLawAdvocates.com
Our special education attorneys are committed to providing quality legal representation and empowering parents to effectively advocate for their child.

Educational Consultant/Advocacy Training
Margot Parsons
RR 3 Box 241B
Susquehanna, PA 18847
(570) 727-2805; (570) 396-2026
Email: parsons@nep.net
Over 20 years in special education, K-12, public, private, and home schooling; Specializing in Parent and Child Advocacy training; Providing consultation for educational concerns.

Epilepsy Foundation of Central Pennsylvania
Gretchen Knaub
900 S. Arlington Avenue, Ste.126
Harrisburg, PA 17109
(717) 541-0301; (800) 336-0301; (717) 541-1202 (fax)
Email: gknaub@efwp.org
Web: http://www.efwp.org
Through our programs/services, we endeavor to improve the quality of life for persons with epilepsy/seizure disorders and to dispel stigmas associated with it.

Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern Pennsylvania
919 Walnut Street, Suite 700
Philadelphia, PA 19107-5237
(215) 523-9180; (800) 887-7165 (in PA)
Email: efsepa@efsepa.org
Web: www.efsepa.org

Epilepsy Foundation of Western Pennsylvania
Vocational Rehabilitation Center
1323 Forbes Avenue, Suite 102
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(412) 261-5880; (800) 361-5885
Email: kfinch@efwp.org
Web: www.efwp.org

Valerie J. Faden, Esq.
2807 Market Street
Camp Hill, PA 17011
(717) 920-9460; (717) 920-9461 (fax)
Email: Vfaden@juno.com
Assisting and representing parents with regard to evaluation and testing issues, ER's, IEP meetings, mediations, suspension/expulsion hearings, and Due Process hearings.

Family Light
Thomas J. Croke
645 East Pittsburgh Street #334
Greensburg, PA 15601-2634
(800) 727-3684
Email: tcroke@familylight.com
Web: http://www.familylight.com
Educational Consultant for Children, Adolescents & Young Adults with Behavioral & Emotional Issues.

Jaclyn Ford M. ED: learning disabilities
906 Church Rd
Oreland, PA 19075
(215) 500 5552
Email: jf19075@yahoo.com
Experienced tutor specializing in educational tutoring services in reading, both decoding and comprehension, math and written language. Certified in Wilson Language System, Lindamood Bell, (LiPs, Seeing Stars, Visualizing and Verbalizing); Framing Your Thoughts Written Language Program.

Frankie's World
Heather Palasky
1011 Poplar Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123
(215) 763-0151; (610) 937-2952
Email: babyrn75@verizon.net
Medical daycare for children infants to 8 years of age who are medically or technology dependent that require skilled nursing, PT/OT services

Genetic Services at Elwyn
111 Elwyn Road
Elwyn, PA 19063
(610) 891-2313
Email: brenda_finucane@elwyn.org
Web: http://www.elwyn.org/genetics.html
Elwyn is a nationally-recognized leader in genetics research and education, specializing in the practical implications of genetic disorders in people with developmental disabilities.

Lynn U. Gibson
1520 Schoffers Rd.
Birdsboro, PA 19508
Email: lynngibson@dejazzd.com
Multi-sensory, Orton-Gillingham based tutoring services. Experienced with K-6 students. Focus is on remediation of reading, writing and spelling. Jemicy trained. Pennsylvania certified.

Elaine Gray Gorr, Ph.D.
615 Washington Road, Suite 208
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
(412) 341-2000; (412) 563-7023
Email: elgrgo123@aol.com
Clinical Therapist, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Specializing in the assessment and psychological interventions and multi-modal treatment of learning and behavior disorders. Individual, family, group therapy.

Donald Hamme
MetDESK
450 Plymouth Rd. Suite 100
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 832-3730; (215) 699-4407; (610) 832-3790 (fax)
Email: dhamme@metlife.com
Web: http://donaldhamme.com
Free Intake Interview. Provide financial resource information, letter of intent information, special needs trust information, refer to attorneys.

Healing Works
Anne Crothers, M. Ed.
1644 Walnut Street, rear
Allentown, PA 18102
(610) 432-2168
Email: healingworks@enter.net
Web: www.healingworksallentown.com
Specialized counseling for children and adults for trauma/abuse, codependency, depression, and childhood obesity utilizing traditional and expressive therapies including art and play therapy.

Linda J. Heller, Esq.
Special Education Advocate
519 Monroe Road
Merion, PA 19066-1017
(610) 667-9019; (215) 689-2774
Email: ljheller@comcast.net
Web: http://Mywebpages.comcast.net/ljheller
I am an attorney practicing exclusively as a special education advocate representing parents of children with special needs in Montgomery County and the surrounding geographic area.

HFL Educational Programs
Kyle C. Kanter
1 Poplar Street
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 643-1632; (215) 643-1326; (215) 643-6093 (fax)
Email: hflkanter@verizon.net
HFL provides alternative and special education services for students grades K-12. We provide academics,behavioral, and therapeutic support in a small structured environment.

Hispanos Unidos para Ninos Excepcionales
(Serving American Street Empowerment Zone, Philadelphia)
Philadelphia HUNE, Inc.
Buena Vista Plaza
166 W. Lehigh Avenue, Suite 400
Philadelphia, PA 19133-3838
(215) 425-6203
Email: huneinc@aol.com

Linda Holgate
Educational Advocate/Consultant
109 Schneider Road
Factoryville, PA 18419
(570) 945-3402; (570) 945-3026 (fax)
Email: LJH3402@AOL.com
Over 18 years of experience, Experienced with autism spectrum disorder, Tourette's Syndrome, ESL, harassment, etc. Provide consultation services to Attorneys.

Tara A. Howey, Esq.
Attorney at Law
1004 McKnight Park Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 366-3533; (412) 366-3334 (fax)
Email: tarahowey@comcast.net
Specializing in education law, special needs and gifted.

Yvonne M. Husic, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Husic Law Office
2215 Forest Hills Drive, Suite 35
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 236-4282; (717) 236-1323 (fax)
Email: ymhusic@aol.com
Practice emphasis on education law, particularly special education, due process hearings and federal court.

IEP Consultants
Marie Lewis, RN, MA
320 Rockland Road
Wayne, PA 19087
(610) 964-0143; (610) 964-0153 (fax)
Email: marieclewis@verizon.net
Neuro-Developmental Case Management Services including IEP and Wrap-around consulting. Work directly with parents or their lawyers. PA, NJ, DE.

Dr. Lorraine Sgarlato Inducci
301 Oxford Valley Road, Suite 703B
Yardley, PA 19067
(215) 321-7009; (215) 321-0222 (fax)
Email: LorraineAud@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.Doctor-Lorraine.com
Over 25 years of providing therapeutic and educational services to children and adults with Auditory Processing and Language Learning Disabilities.

Inspired Recreation
Ann Phillips
5906 Palmer Drive
Harrisburg, PA
(717) 671-8407; (717) 979-6324
Email: ayphillips@verizon.net
Web: http://www.PossibilityPlace.org
IR is a community group formed to develop 100% accessible playgrounds and recreational opportunities that are creative, highly customized and imaginative to include participation for children and families with disabilities.

The Institute for Behavior Change
Steven Kossor, Executive Director
1850 E. Lincoln Hwy.
Coatesville, PA 19320
(610) 383-1432
Web: http://www.ibc-pa.org
In-school and in-home behavior support ("wrap-around" services) for children in Southeastern PA. All services supervised by licensed psychologists, cost free.

Institute on Disabilities at Temple University/UCEDD
Ritter Annex, Room 423
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 204-1356 (V/TTY)
Email: dianeb@temple.edu
Web: http://disabilities.temple.edu

International Dyslexia Association
P.O. Box 251
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
(610) 527-1548; (610) 527-5011 (fax)
Email: dyslexia@pbida.org
Web: http://www.pbida.org
The Pennsylvania Branch of the IDA promotes literacy to familes and professionals through research, education and advocacy.

Charles W. Jelley, Esq
Attorney at Law
229 South Maple Ave
Greensburg, PA 15601
(724) 838-7600; (724) 838-8870 (fax)
Email: cjelley@tjwattorneys.com

JellybeanKidz
Tanya M. Eckert
21 1/2 W. Willow St.
Elizabethtown, PA 17022
(717) 468-3553
Email: jellybeankidz@aol.com
Web: http://www.jellybeankidz.vpweb.com
**Social Skills, Behavioral Programs, Academic Tutoring, IEP Assistance** Our goal is to help each child on the Autistic Spectrum realize his full potential!

Mikel D. Jones, Esq.
Donald S. Litman, Esq.
The Mikel Jones Law Firm, LLC
1831 Chestnut Street, Fourth Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 751-0011; (215) 751-0088 (fax)
Web: http://www.callmikel.com
School & Education Law (IEPs, Section 504, Due Process, etc)

Margaret J. Kay, Ed.D., NCSP Psychologist, DABPS
2818 Lititz Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601-3322
(717) 569-6223; (717) 560-9932 (fax)
Email: MJK@MargaretKay.com
Web: www.margaretkay.com
Margaret J. Kay, Ed.D. is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist who has been providing Independent Educational Evaluations for school-age children since 1980. She works with all types of learning abilities and disabilities and has testified as an expert in educational due process hearings in both State and Federal court.

Ken-Crest Services
502 W. Germantown Pike , Suite 200
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(610) 825-9360
Email: ltemple@kencrest.org
Web: www.kencrest.org
In business for 99 years, Ken-Crest Services provides direct care support and service for nearly 5,000 children in the five-county Delaware Valley region and the state of Delaware.

Andrew M. Klein
Klein Special Education Consulting
504 Bean Blossom Drive
Lancaster, PA 17603-6306
(717) 397-4763; (717) 572-8242; (717) 397-2573 (fax)
Email: spedho@aol.com
Special education mediation, IEP facilitation, expert witness, FBA/BIP development, training programs, case management, alternate dispute resolution; former hearing officer of 17 years; adjunct prof for the state system of higher ed.

Klucher School-Neuropsych
Charlotte M. Klucher, M.A., NCSP, ABSNP
PA Licensed Psychologist
825 N. Cedar Crest Boulevard
Allentown, PA 18104
(610) 437-0182
Email: cklu22@verizon.net
School-based Neuropsychological Evaluations. Links neurodevelopmental strengths and needs of children to Individualized Education Program Plans. Director holds diplomat status in the American Board of School-Neuropsychology.

Lancaster County Autism Support Group
c/o Jim and Jennifer Bouder
315 S. Charlotte St.
Manheim, PA 17545
(717) 664-4117
Email: jjbouder@pa.net
We provide support and advocacy to parents of children with autism spectrum disorders.

Lancaster County Partners for Gifted Education
Marilyn Thomas
840 Westminster Dr.
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 898-7539
Email: mrtbadger@aol.com
We are the Lancaster Co. affiliate of the Pennsylvania Association for Gifted Education (PAGE). We provide support, information, & training on the needs of gifted students to parents, teachers, & the public.

Stephen M. Lange, Ph.D.
6 South Third Street, Suite 301
Easton, PA 18042
(610) 751-1093
Email: familypsych@rcn.com
Neuropsychological assessment, psychotherapy, parent consultation for children with disabilities and their families.

Laurel Highlands Dyslexia Correction Center
Marcia Maust
1824 Beulah Road
Berlin, PA 15530
(814) 267-5765
Email: info@dyslexiapa.com
Web: http://www.dyslexiapa.com
Marcia Maust, offering the Davis® Dyslexia Correction Program to children and adults struggling with Dyslexia and other learning disabilities, including ADD, ADHD, math, spelling & writing difficulties.

Leadem Counseling & Consulting Services, P.C.
Elaine Leadem, MSW
4 Gabriel Estates
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 426-9951; (570) 426-9951 (fax)
Web: www.leademcounseling.com
Our services range from educational consultations, parent advocacy training and family therapy to comprehensive special education case management service.

Patricia J. Lear, M.Ed.
Lear Educational Center
2031 Hay Terrace, Ste. 200
Easton, PA 18042
(610) 252-0965; (610) 151-0965 (fax)
Email: plear@juno.com
Web: http://leareducationalcenter.com
The LEC is dedicated to ensure students meet their full potential. Sessions are one on one and programs are individualized based on testing data.

The Learning Curve
Contact Name: Sandy Hartzell
1668F Old Route 30
Orrtanna, PA 17353 (near Gettysburg - South Central PA)
(717) 337-2212
Email: thelearningcurve@earthlink.net
Web: www.learning-curve.net
Therapeutic learning programs: Interactive Metronome, PACE (Processing And Cognitive Enhancement), The Listening Program, advanced auditory processing therapy using Learning Ears (homebased, similar to Tomatis Program, but more individualized).

Learning Disabilities Association of Pennsylvania
Debbie Rodes, President
Toomey Building
P.O. Box 208
Uwchland, PA 19480
(610) 458-8193
Web: http://www.Ldapa.org
LDAPA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children and adults with learning disabilities. We provide information, seminars and advocate at the state level on behalf of students with SLD.

Learning Styles & Solutions, LLC
Moira Prager
230 Spring Valley Way
Aston, PA 19014
(610) 459-8878
Email: moiraprager@comcast.net
Individual Cognitive Rehabilitation sessions. Psycho-Educational Evaluations, Educational Consultations. Orton-Gillingham Practitioner Specializing in dyslexia, ADHD, organizational skills and curriculum development.

Lenape Valley Foundation
Wendy Josephs
500 N. West Avenue
Doylestown, PA 18901
(267) 893-5427; (267) 893-5400
Email: wendy.josephs@lenapevf.org
We are the wrap around department working with children and their families in the schools, homes and communities of Bucks County. Our foundation also includes services in intensive case management, out patient therapy, partial programs both adult and geriatric, etc.

Little Wonders Child Growth & Development Center
Eric J. Pollock, MSPT
100 West Germantown Pike
East Norriton, PA 19401
(610) 275-KIDS (5437); (610) 275-5477 (fax)
Email: eric@littlewonderscenter.com
Web: http://www.littlewonderscenter.com
A One-of-a-Kind Center for Children with Special Needs. Owned and operated by a Pediatric Physical Therapist. Offers Pediatric Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy, along with Therapeutically-Based group activities and classes.

Martha Lloyd Community Services
Todd Boyles
190 West Main Street
Troy, PA 16947
(570) 297-2185 x 268; (570) 297-1019 (fax)
Email: information@marthalloyd.org
Web: www.marthalloyd.org
Over 75 years offering a continuum of care and services for individuals 15 and older with mental retardation and developmental disabilities: Residential programs; adult day care; vocational training/work experience; health, recreational, exercise, and dietary programs- in a safe, secure setting.

Local Right to Education Task Force Lanc-Leb IU 13
Carol Eshleman
111 East Main Street
Strasburg, PA 17579
(717) 687-7596; (717) 394-5251
Email: carolleshleman@yahoo.com
Parents-join our LTF! We are composed of parents,providers,educators. Our goal is for every child w/ an IEP to receive FAPE. Info on regs;advocacy;etc

Local Task Force #3-Allegheny County
Allegheny Intermediate Unit
475 East Waterfront Drive
Homestead, PA 15120
(412) 394-5930
Email: cduch@pealcenter.org
Web: http://www.ltf3.org
The Local Task Force serves as a resource for children with all disabilities and their families in the 42 school distrists in Allegheny County. Partnering parents and educators to facilitate a free and appropriate education for children of all abilities.

Leslie Lorey
354 Carter Moir Drive
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 560-4263
Email: Loreyles1@comcast.net
Certified School Nurse (PA) for 12 years; Advocate for school students rights under IDEA, 504 and IHP's; 25 years nursing experience in hospitals and clinics in Pa, Wv, and Va.

Gail H. Mallett, School Neuropsychologist
1079 Connemara Circle
Warrington, PA 18976
(215) 491-9234; (215) 491-4784; (215) 491-4787 (fax)
Email: gmallett@comcast.net
I provide a comprehensive psychoeducational evaluation, focusing upon all europsychological processes involved in learning, cognition, executive processes, memory, attention and academics.

Nicole E. Matero, MSW
348 North Pleasant Avenue
Dallastown, PA 17313
(717) 891-1291
Email: nmatero@yahoo.com
Special Education Consulting, Advocacy, and Training. Empowering, informing, guiding, and educating parents and students to strengthen their own advocacy skills.

MBM Legal Nurse
Sharon McGregor, RN CNLCP
P.O. Box 1041
DuBois, PA 15801
(814) 590-3464; (814) 591-9876; (814) 375-5519 (fax)
Email: mbmclnc@yahoo.com
Web: http://www.mbmclnc.com
We work closely with parents and attorneys to get everything a child will need for the present and future.

Dennis McAndrews, Esq.
Attorney at Law
30 Cassatt Ave
Berywn, PA 19312
(610) 648-9300
Email: hkonkler@mcandrewslaw.com
Web: http://www.mcandrewslaw.com
Our firm represents individuals with disabilities and their families in a variety of areas, including special education matters, special needs trusts,guardianship, and estate planning.

Marycate McDonough, M.S.Ed, BCBA
489 Gregory Lane
West Chester, PA 19380
(267) 253-5366
Email: mcdon4748@earthlink.net
Individualized Program Development, Program Review and Supervision, Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP), Individualized Skill Assessments, Advocacy Training available on the basics of ABA.

Lorrie McKinley, Esq.
Attorney at Law
16 West Market Street, 3rd Floor
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 436-6060; (610) 436-6804 (fax)
Email: McKVon@aol.com
Web: http://www.mckinleyryan.com
We assist parents in advocating for their school-aged children to obtain services to which they are entitled in public school.

MCPASE - Mecer County PA Special Education Group
3366 Morefield Road
Hermitage, PA 16148
(724) 982-4485
Email: fighting4fape.@gmail.com
Web: http://www.mcpase.50megs.com
To ensure a better education for exceptional children and increase the voice of the families of exceptional children in Mercer County PA.

MECA United Cerebral Palsy
Laura Eaton, Executive Director
3745 West 12th Street
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 836-9113; (814) 833-3919 (fax)
Web: http://www.mecaucp.com
Advocacy, recreation, wheelchair ramps, sports and information & referral services for children and adults with any disability and support services to their families.

Mentor Parent Program
(Serving Northwest Rural Pennsylvania)
P.O. Box 47
Pittsfield, PA 16340
(814) 563-3470; (888) 447-1431 (in PA)
Email: gwalker@westpa.net
Web: www.mentorparent.org

Mid-Atlantic Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center
TransCen, Inc.
451 Hungerford Drive, Suite 607
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 217-0124 (V/TTY); (800) 949-4232 (V/TTY)
Email: adainfo@transcen.org
Web: www.adainfo.org

Montgomery County CHADD
Tina Siebert
120 Meadowland Drive
Collegeville, PA 19426
(610) 409-9623
Email: montcochadd610@comcast.net
Web: http://www.CHADD.org
A support group for adults and parents of children with attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder. Monthly meetings, resources and education.

Donna J. Morris, Esq.
Attorney at Law
114 Staghorn Drive
Sewickley, PA 15143
(412) 576-7441; (412) 741-8620 (fax)
Email: donnaj1742@comcast.net
Licensed attorney providing educational advocacy services to families in western Pennsylvania in public schools. Will provide telephone consultation.

Music Therapy: The Power of Music
Matthew J. Bush, MSW, LSW
1 Center Square, Suite 207
Hanover, PA 17331
Web: http://www.enterthefreudianslip.com
Examines the power of using popular music, something people already listen to, in therapy. Includes examples of therapeutic messages in popular music as well as original music by Freudian Slip, therapeutic rock band.

NAMI Lehigh Valley
Jody L. Benner, Office Manager/Volunteer Coordinator
802 West Broad Street
Bethlehem, PA 18018
(610) 882-2102; (610) 882-0142 (fax)
Email: info@namipalehighvalley.org
Web: www.namipalehighvalley.org
Support, education and advocacy for individuals with mental illness and their family and friends. Special support and education for parents of young children with mental illness.

NAMI Pennsylvania (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill)
2149 N. Second Street
Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 238-1514; (800) 223-0500
Email: nami-pa@nami.org
Web: http://namipa.nami.org

National Autism Association - Pennsylvania Chapter
Jackie Hines
522 Hackman Road
Lititz, PA 17543
(717) 625-2120
Email: naapa@ptd.net
Web: http://www.naa-pa.org
Currently serving families in Lancaster, Lebanon, York, Dauphin, Berks & southern Chester Counties. Monthly support groups, online support group and workshops.

North County SpeechWorks
Karen Novakoski MS CCC-SLP
5447 New Park Road
White Hall, MD 21161
(410) 692-6301
Email: novakoski@verizon.net
Speech Language Pathology: expertise in severe speech disorders, language disorders and evaluations. Basic PROMPT trained. Licensed in MD and PA.

Caryl Andrea Oberman, Esq.
Grove Summit Office Park
607A North Easton Road
Willow Grove, Pennsylvania 19090
(215) 830-5025; (215) 830-5027 (fax)
Email: edlaw@caryloberman.com
Web: www.caryloberman.com
Over 50 years collective experience in education law, representing children and their families in special education, discipline, gifted education, accommodations, disability rights and estate planning.

Office for Dispute Resolution
6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600
Harrisburg, PA 17112
(717) 541-4960
Web: http://www.pde.state.pa.us/special_edu/cwp/view.asp?a=177&Q=61680

Office for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
909 Green Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 783-4912 (V/TTY); (800) 233-3008 (V/TTY, in PA only)
Email: descott@state.pa.us

Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Department of Public Welfare
Health and Welfare Building, Room 502
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2675
(717) 787-6443

Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Department of Labor and Industry
909 Green Street
Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 787-5244
Email: snasuti@state.pa.us

onTRACK: Transition Advisors for Challenged Kids
Jennifer Graham
1316 Dogwood Lane
PO Box 731
Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437-0731
(215) 641-1200
Email: jennifermgraham@comcast.net
onTRACK offers parent education seminars on transition to work and adult life in the community, personalized transition coaching for families in SE PA, and on-line consultation. Reasonable fees.

Pace School
Tricia Norris, Intake Coord.
2432 Greensburg Pike
Pittsburgh, PA 15221
(412) 244-1900; (412) 244-0100 (fax)
Email: tnorris@paceschool.org
Web: http://www.paceschool.org
Pace School is a placement option for school districts in Allegheny and surrounding counties and serves kids K-9 with emotional challenges or autism.

Parent Education and Advocacy (PEAL) Center
1119 Penn Avenue, Suite 400
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 281-4404; (412) 281-4408 (fax)
Email: info@pealcenter.org
Web: http://pealcenter.org/
Parent Training and Information Center serving Western and Central PA providing up-to-date disability information, training/workshops and technical assistance to parents and professionals

Parent Education Network
2107 Industrial Highway
York, PA 17402
(717) 600-0100; (800) 522-5827 (V/TTY) (In PA); (800) 441-5028 (Spanish)
Email: pen@parentednet.org
Web: www.parentednet.org

Parent and Child Advocates
408 Cherrywood Court
Perkasie, PA 18944
(215) 853-2941; (215) 853-2941; (866) 492-5198 (fax)
Email: Moroni105@comcast.net
Two partners, nurse and paralegal, advocate for kids in educational setting and community services. Over 10 years experience Call - We care.

Parents Involved Network of Pennsylvania (PIN of Pennsylvania)
1211 Chestnut Street, 11th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107
(215) 751-1800; (800) 688-4226
Email: pin@mhasp.org
Web: www.pinofpa.org

Parent Support Center
Northwest Tri-County Intermediate Unit
Erie Office
1600 Peninsula Drive, Suite C
Erie, PA 16505
(814) 836-0870, ext. 258; (800) 677-5610, ext. 8476
Serving parents of children with special needs in Erie, Warren and Crawford Counties.

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania
Jackie Lupo, NW Regional Coord
3814 Asbury Road
Erie, PA 16506
(814) 833-5599; (800) 986-4550; (814) 836-8690 (fax)
Email: nwregion@parenttoparent.org
Web: http://www.parenttoparent.org
Connecting families of children and adults with disabilities or special needs for purposes of support and sharing information with one another.

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania
6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600
Harrisburg, PA 17112-2764
(717) 540-4722; (800) 986-4550 (in PA)
Email: info@parenttoparent.org
Web: www.parenttoparent.org

The Pathway School
Louise Robertson, M.Ed.
162 Egypt Road
Noristown, PA 19403
(610) 277-0660 Ext. 212; (610) 277-0660 Ext. 307; (610) 539-1493 (fax)
Email: LouiseR@PathwaySchool.org
Web: http://www.PathwaySchool.org
The Pathway School provides innovative programming for students who experience complex learning disabilities and neuropsychiatric disorders. A continuum of services is offered, which supports students at their current level of functioning.

Theresa Peduto
Educational Consulting Services, Inc.
90 City Island Ave.
Bronx, NY 10464
(718) 885 1150
Email: edconsultschool@aol.com
College selection and application process, specializing in working with students with learning differences.

Pennsylvania Congress of Parents and Teachers, Inc.
4804 Derry Street
Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 564-8985
Email: info@papta.org
Web: http://www.papta.org/
Pennsylvania PTA is a statewide child advocacy organization dedicated to engaging parents in education and protecting children and families.

Pennsylvania Deaf-Blind Project
6340 Flank Drive, Suite 600
Harrisburg, PA 17112-2764
(717) 541-4960; (800) 360-7282 (in PA only)
Web: http://www.pattan.k12.pa.us

Pennsylvania Elks Home Service Program
Margie Wood, RN
1460 Henderson Avenue
Washington, PA 15301
(724) 225-1395
Web: www.paelks.com/files/Homeserv.htm
Provides free support and advocacy services to children and adults in Pennsylvania who have developmental disabilities. Services are provided in the person's own home.

Pennsylvania's Initiative on Assistive Technology
Amy Goldman, Program Director
1601 N. Broad Street, Suite 610
Philadelphia, PA 19122
(800) 204-7428; (866) 268-0579 (TTY); (215) 204-9371 (fax)
Email: ATinfo@temple.edu
Web: http://disabilities.temple.edu/programs
Statewide assistive technology program, offering free short-term device loans, demonstrations, public awareness activities, and recycled equipment programs.

Pennsylvania Parents and Caregivers Resource Network
P.O. Box 4336
Harrisburg, PA 17111-0336
(717) 561-0098; (888) 572-7368 (in PA)
Web: www.ppcrn.org

Pennsylvania Protection and Advocacy Inc.
1414 N. Cameron Street, Suite C
Harrisburg, PA 17103
(717) 236-8110; (800) 692-7443 (V/TTY, in PA); (717) 346-0293; (877) 375-7139
Email: ppa@ppainc.org
Web: www.ppainc.org

Pennsylvania Special Education Mediation Service (PA SEMS)
6340 Flank Drive
Suite 600
Harrisburg, PA 17112-2764
(800) 992-4334; (717) 541-4960; (800) 654-5984 (TTY)

Pennsylvania Speech-Language-Hearing Association
800 Perry Highway, Suite 3
Pittsburgh, PA 15229-1128
(412) 366-9858
Email: psha@psha.org
Web: www.psha.org

Pennsylvania Tourette Syndrome Association
Laura Umbrell, Administrator
132 West Middle Street
Gettysburg, PA 17325
(800) 990-3300; (717) 337-1134; (717) 337-1960 (fax)
Email: laura@patsainc.org
Web: http://www.patsainc.org
PA-TSA provides information and educational programs for teachers, classmates, health professionals and the public. Advocates accompany parents to IEP, 504 & MDT meetings.

Dr. Daniel J. Pezzulo
1755 Oregon Pike
Lancaster, PA 17601
(717) 581-5255
Email: drpezzulo@yahoo.com
Parent consultation, education, & ongoing support; independent initial and 2nd opinion psycho-educational evaluations; the development of research based IEPs, Gifted Individualized Educational Programs, Behavior Intervention Plans, and Section 504 services plans.

Pittsburgh Center for Early Intervention
1000 McKnight Park Drive
Suite 1006 A & B
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(412) 635-3180; (412) 635-0549 (fax)
Director: Patti Metosky, Ph.D.

Pittsburgh Regional Group of IDA
P.O. Box 536
Wexford, PA 15090
(412) 761-0898; (610) 527-5011 (fax)
Email: info@pghida.org
Web: http://www.pbida.org
The Pittsburgh Regional Group of the International Dyslexia Association promotes literacy to families and professionals on western Pennsylvania through research, educationa and advocacy.

Pocono Autism Society
We advocate for persons with autism and foster dialogue between parents and professionals to enhance diagnosis, therapy, education and recreation of persons with autism.
Web: http://home.ptd.net/%7Erjd/pas/

Positive Advocacy Alliance
Kathleen Larson
408 Cherrywood Court
Perkasie, PA 18944
(215) 853-2941; (215) 630-7472
Email: moroni105@comcast.net
Support Group for Parents, Families and Caregivers of Children with Disabilities - Advocacy, Education, Strategy Sharing, Social Support, Overcoming Barriers, Camaraderie.

Potential, Inc.
Kristine Quinby, M.Ed., BCBA
PO Box 558
Plumsteadville, PA 18949
(888) AUTISM-0; (215) 646-6110; (215) 766-3832 (fax)
Email: info@potentialinc.org
Web: http://www.potentialinc.org
Home, school and clinic based services for educational, behavioral, and social skills including ABA-VB, toilet training, communication training, and more.

Precious Jewels Communication Center
Patricia Stewart, MS, CCC-SLP
396 Sunset Road West
Reading, PA 19611
(484) 269-8802; (610) 207-2752; (610) 374-6014 (fax)
Email: Pattyspeech@yahoo.com
PA and NY State licensed Speech/Language Pathologist specializing in the evaluation and treatment of pediatric communication disorders.

Princeton Speech-Language & Learning Center
Terri Rossman, MS, CCC-SLP;
19 Wall Street
Princeton, NJ 08540
(609) 924-7080; (609) 924-6563 (fax)
Email: info@psllcnj.com
Web: http://www.psllcnj.com
Private practice offering consultation, evaluation and treatment for children with communication disorders and learning disorders. Offering one-one and small group speech-language therapy, and specialized tutoring.

Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 through 5
Division of Early Intervention
Bureau of Special Education
Department of Education
333 Market Street, 7th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126-0333
(717) 783-6882

Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2
Children's Services Division
Office of Mental Retardation
Department of Public Welfare
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2675
(717) 783-7213

Beth Prosser, ADHD & Life Coach
West Shore Office Park
5006 Lenker Street
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 730-0733
Email: beth@bethprosser.com
Web: http://bethprosser.com
Helping children, adolescents and families clarify and achieve their personal and academic goals. Structures and strategies are developed to target the client’s specific ADHD issues.

The Quaker School at Horsham
Ruth Joray
250 Meetinghouse Road
Horsham, PA 19044
(215) 674-2875; (215) 674-9913 (fax)
Email: rjoray@quakerschool.org
Web: http://quakerschool.org
The Mission of The Quaker School at Horsham is to provide specialized programs for bright students with diverse learning styles within a small caring community that embodies the Quaker values of integrity, equality, peace, and simplicity.

Quinn Developmental Services
The BehaviorExcellence Program
Eileen C. Quinn, M. ABA, BCBA
Address: P.O. Box 765
Ambler, PA 19002
(215) 654-7577
Email: QDS@BehaviorExcellence.com
Web: www.BehaviorExcellence.com
Individualized Case Consulting, Staff Development Trainings, Educational Setting Support. Behavior Analysis & Therapy integrated into education, the community, and the home.

Ready, Set, Go!
Nicole Verrett M.S., OTR/L
25 Coplay Place
Mountaintop, PA 18707
(443) 829-5369
Email: cnverrett@epix.net
Occupational Therapist offering sensory-motor therapy for children with special needs within a gymnastics center to enhance growth in all aspects of functional development

Recording for the Blind & Dyslexic
Susan Rouse
215 W. Church Rd.
King of Prussia, PA 19406
(610) 265-8090 Ext 26; (610) 265-7929 (fax)
Email: srouse@rfbd.org
Web: http://www.rfbd.org
RFB&D is the nation's educational audio textbook library. RFB&D offers textbooks from kindergarten readers through graduate level materials, that encompass every major academic and vocational subject area.

Regional ADA Technical Assistance Agency
Mid-Atlantic DBTAC
TransCen, Inc.
451 Hungerford Drive, Suite 607
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 217-0124 (V/TTY)
Email: adainfo@transcen.org
Web: http://www.adainfo.org

Catherine Merino Reisman, Esq.
Attorney at Law
123 South Broad Street
Avenue of the Arts
Philadelphia, PA 19109
(215) 772-7296; (215) 731-3624 (fax)
Email: creisman@mmwr.com
Web: http://www.mmwr.com
Attorney representing children with disabilities

Rights Now
Mary R. Hayes-Sharp, M Ed
977 Natalie Lane
Coopersburg, PA 18036
(610) 966-5674
Email: HSteachME@aol.com
I accompany parents and children to Individual Education Plan meetings. I examine plans for appropriate services. I will advocate if due process is necessary.

Michele Robins, Ph.D.
36 East Front Street
Media, PA 19063
(215) 590-7247; (215) 590-7247
Email: Robinsm@email.chop.edu
Neuropsychogical assessment for children and adults with learning disabilities, school consultation and educational support. Specializing in assistance with IEP's and consultation to schools and parents.

Nancy Ryan, Esq.
Attorney at Law
16 West Market Street, 3rd Floor
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 436-6060; (610) 436-6804 (fax)
Email: nryan@mckinleyryan.com
Web: http://www.mckinleyryan.com
We assist parents in advocating for their school-aged children to obtain services to which they are entitled in public school.

Kara S. Schmidt, PhD, LLC
323 Park Avenue
Swarthmore, PA 19081
(610) 544-4490
Email: kara.schmidt@gmail.com
Web: http://www.childneuropsychologyonline.com
I provide comprehensive neuropsychological assessment for children and adolescents with learning disabilities, ADHD, autism and pervasive developmental disorders, and other academic or social/emotional difficulties.

Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center
625 Community Way
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 393-0425; (717) 392-7107 (fax)
Email: sprc@schreiberpediatric.org
Web: http://www.schreiberpediatric.org
Not-for-profit organization that provides education and therapy programs for children with disabilities. Our goal-oriented approach maximizes each child's ability to function as independently as possible.

Sharing and Caring of Bucks County
P.O. Box 462
Richboro, PA 18954
(215) 355-0719 (fax)
Email: info@sharingcaringbuckscounty.org
Web: http://www.sharingcaringbuckscounty.org
A Non-profit Organization and Support Group for Autism Spectrum Disorders We welcome family members, educators, students, friends, and medical professionals of our community.

Richard J. Shoch, Esq.
Attorney at Law
240-246 Market Street
Sunbury, PA 17801
(570) 286-7777; (570) 286-8075 (fax)
Email: attshoch@ptd.net
Representing special needs children and their families in the areas of special education law, school discipline, estate planning and adoption/guardianship matters.

Rachael Simms, BSW, M.Ed.
Connections-Social Clubs for Students with ASD
307 Foxcroft Circle
Royersford, PA 19468
(610) 507-7969
Email: ASDConnections@yahoo.com
A social skills club for individuals with high functioning Autism. We focus on teaching social thinking skills with a strong emphasize on the generalization process.

Socialization Station
Lisa Mitchell
63 West Lancaster Ave., Suite 14
Ardmore, PA 19003
(267) 974-9805
Email: socializationstation@hotmail.com
We provide social skills play groups for children diagnosed with ASD. Our goal is to encompass FUN while utilizing strategies needed for effective communication and interaction.

Bonnie Socket, Ph.D.
122 S. Church St.
West Chester, PA 19382
(610) 696-2009
Email: drsocket@drbonniesocket.com
Web: http://www.drbonniesocket.com
Comprehensive psychology practice specializing in the evaluation and treatment of children, adolescents and their parents. Licensed psychologist Certified School Psychologist

Special Education Consult-line
(800) 879-2301 (V/TTY)
Web: http://www.pde.state.pa.us/

Special Education Consulting/Advocacy
Kristy L. Mancini, M.Ed.
11 Shady Spring Drive
Doylestown, PA 18901
(267) 885-4886
Email: kristy.mancini@gmail.com
Providing Special Educational Consulting and Advocacy services to families of children with special needs provided by an advocate with personal experience, teaching experience and legal experience.

Special Families Resource Center: Robert A. Naseef, Ph.D.
514 South 4th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19147
(215) 592-1333; (267) 200-0806 (fax)
Email: therapist@alternativechoices.com
Web: www.specialfamilies.com
On this site, psychologist, author, and parent Robert Naseef, Ph.D., shares his insights and experiences on family life --focusing on the special needs of families and emphasizing the role of fathers.

Spina Bifida Association
209 E. State St, Suite B
Quarryville, PA 17566-1242
(717) 786-9280; (888) 770-7272 (In PA)
Email: sbaofpa@aol.com
Web: http://www.geocities.com/sbaofgpa

State Education Agency Rural Representative
Advisory Service
Department of Education
333 Market Street, 6th Floor
Harrisburg, PA 17126
(717) 787-8022

State Mental Health Representative for Children and Youth
Bureau of Consumer and Family Affairs
Beechmont Building, Suite 32, 2nd Floor
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA 17105
(717) 772-7828

State Mental Retardation Program
Department of Public Welfare
Health and Welfare Building, Room 512
P.O. Box 2675
Harrisburg, PA 17105-2675
(717) 787-3700
Email: kecasey@state.pa.us

Successful Advocate Solutions
Mary DeRubeis
2517 Heartwood Drive
Upper St Clair, PA 15241
(412) 854-7663; (412) 854-7664 (fax)
Email: marycderu@msn.com
Parent advocate with practical, realistic experience willing to attend IEP meetings and conferences in the Upper St Clair area for special needs children who may not be having success in school.

Jerry L. Tanenbaum, Esq.
Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis, LLP
220 Lake Drive East, Suite 200
Woodland Falls Corp. Park
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002-1165
(856) 482-5733; (856) 482-6980 (fax)
Email: jerry_tanenbaum@shsl.com
Practices in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.

TEAMinclusion
Becca Devine
703 Aubrey Ave.
Ardmore, PA 19003
(610) 658-9909; (610) 348-7861; (610) 658-9910 (fax)
Email: TEAMinclusion@msn.com
We offer common sense special education solutions. We are advocates that help support parents with IEP's, GIEP's, IFSP's, and organization of records/record review.

Telecommunication Device Distribution Program
Sandra McNally, Program Mgr.
Institute on Disabilities
1601 North Broad Street, Suite 610
Philadelphia, PA 19122
(800) 204-7428; (866) 268-0579 (TTY); (215) 204-9371 (fax)
Email: TDDP@temple.edu
Web: http://disabilities.temple.edu/programs
Offers free telephone equipment to Pennsylvanians whose disability prevents them from using regular phone equipment. Application requires documentation, including proof of income and disability.