Local Resources

Resources for special needs children

Local Recreation Program for Special Needs Children:

⇒ Low cost Friday evening recreation program for special needs children, at OSU

Oregon Technology Access Program:

⇒ Statewide loan program for assistive technology software and toys for children with motor challenges

Fact: Oregon’s Parent Training and Information for education for special needs:

⇒ Statewide organization of information for parents about special education, holds workshops locally

Local Oregon Family Support Network:

⇒ Organization with monthly local parent support group meetings with childcare and dinner, for families with special needs

Linn-Benton contact is Hilary Harrison, email is hilary.ofsn@gmail.com

Local Oregon Department of Developmental Disabilities:

⇒ State program for families of children with autism, cerebral palsy, cognitive impairment (formerly called mental retardation), or certain genetic conditions, provides case management and service coordination, funds respite care and some equipment

Benton County Developmental Disabilities 541-766-6847
Lincoln County Human Services Dept. 541-574-5960
Linn County DD Program 541-967-3890

General pediatric medical information:

⇒ Website of the American Academy of Pediatrics

Activities Ideas:

⇒ http://www.do2learn.com
⇒ http://www.otplan.com/