Directory of South Florida Resources for Special Needs Families
Prepared for (but not an endorsement by) Progressive Behavioral Science
Abi’s Place – Abi’s Place is dedicated to building the skills of children with autism and complex disabilities, and creating a foundation for lifelong success. It does this through the delivery of highly individualized education, outpatient services, community involvement and family support.
1710 N. University Drive, Coral Springs 954-753-4441 www.abisplace.com
Deliver the Dream – Deliver the Dream provides free structured, therapeutic, fun activities for families experiencing a serious illness or crisis. The organization does this through a three-day, two-night retreat geared toward a specific illness/crisis such as autism, death of a loved one or cancer
3223 NW 10th Terrace, Suite 602, Fort Lauderdale 954-564-3512 www.deliverthedream.org
The Dan Marino Foundation – The foundation has been a leader in innovation and change for more than 24 years. It empowers individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities through funding, programs and individualized services.
400 N. Andrews Ave., Suite 300, Fort Lauderdale 954-368-6000 www.dmfwalkaboutautism.org
The Arc of Palm Beach County – The Arc works with people with all levels of developmental disabilities, from autism to severe cognitive and physical restrictions. The nonprofit works to ensure clients are progressing and developing by offering after school programs and fitness trails to tutoring and adult employment training opportunities.
1201 Australian Ave., Riviera Beach 561-842-3213 www.arcpbc.org
(The) CJ Foundation for Children in Need
3600 S. Congress Ave., Suite D
Delray Beach, FL 33426
Telephone: 561-364-2001, ext 1115
Volunteer to help support our causes in fighting Autism, Cancer, as well as raising funds for Educational Programs. The CJ Foundation is a national non-profit charity focusing on children in need. We need volunteers for event planning, fund raising, grant writing, sponsorship programs, advertising, marketing, networking, administrative duties, web work, etc. You are the secret to our success… help us “Create a World of Good for Life’s Challenges”
url: www.cjfoundation.net
Artists With Autism
artistswithautismunite.webs.com
Artists with Autism, Inc provides self-employment opportunities and training for aspiring artists with autism to become self-sufficient, independent entrepreneurs.
Autism Society Of Broward
asabroward.org, 954-465-4700
The Autism Society of Broward is a volunteer organization of parents who have children and adults with autism spectrum disorders. They offer parent support groups, educational guest speaker nights and workshops, luncheon for moms, as well as other social, recreational and educational opportunities.
Autism Speaks
autismspeaks.org
Autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.
Center For Autism & Related Disabilities
Miami-Dade: University of Miami, 5665 Ponce De Leon Blvd., P.O. Box 248768, Coral Gables. 305-284-6563, umcard.org
Broward: Nova Southeastern University, 6100 Griffin Road, Davie. 954-262-7111, umcard.org
Programs provide support, information and training for families with children who have autism spectrum disorder and related disabilities.
Easter Seals South Florida
1475 NW 14th Ave., Miami
easterseals.com, 305-325-0470
Easter Seals provides services, education, outreach, and advocacy so people with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities.
Florida Autism Treatment Centers
behavior-analysis.org
8001 SW 36th St., #9, Davie; 954-577-7790
9220 SW 72nd St., #101, Kendall; 305-273-3773
Programs provide state-of-the-art services to individuals with autism and related disabilities; to provide and advocate for humane and clinically-effective behavioral treatment; and to conduct and disseminate research to achieve these goals
Lauren’s Kids
safersmarterkids.org or laurenskids.org, 786-288-5045
Safer, Smarter Kids curriculum is specialized lesson plans that specifically cater to the needs of children with special needs. The curriculum includes engaging lesson plans that incorporate visual aids to educate children about the importance of body boundaries and personal safety and encourage children to develop a handful of trusted adults with which they can share things that make them uncomfortable. The framework integrates with current autism models and focuses on the children recognizing facial cues and situational circumstances to determine what action should be taken to protect themselves.
Autism Society Of Broward County
10250 NW 53rd St., Sunrise,
asabroward.org, 954-465-4700
Family support, children’s programming, public outreach and autism awareness campaigns to all interested in the betterment of life for individuals and families living with autism.
Swim With Mr. Blue
11401 NW 56th Drive, Coral Springs
8200 Peters Road, Plantation
swimwithmrblue.com, 954-956-9955
Private and group lessons for children of all abilities, plus Children with Autism and Down Syndrome swim lessons.
Joey’s Outback Adventure
10670 W. Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington
joeysoutback.com, 561-204-4554
During Special Needs Days, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays, parents can bring their children with autism or other special needs to play at a discounted rate with specially trained employees. Priced with or without dinner.
Palm Beach School For Autism
8480 Lantana Road, Lake Worth
pbsfa.org, 561-533-9917
The mission of The Palm Beach School for Autism is to provide a developmentally appropriate education using intensive behavioral strategies for students with autism spectrum disorder and related disabilities.
Special Olympics Young Athletes Program
CMAA Therapeutic Recreation Complex, 2728 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth
specialolympicspalmbeach.org, 561-966-7072
Special Olympics Young Athletes is a fun sports play program for young children ages 2 –7 with Intellectual Disabilities, such as Autism and Down Syndrome, focusing on their physical, social, intellectual and developmental needs. Young athletes have fun participating in physical activities like dashes, games, songs and lead up sport skills; and while having fun, they are developing motor skills, coordination, balance, strength, sportsmanship, teamwork, social and language skills. Children and families play together, giving everyone the opportunity to get involved in our free Saturday morning Young Athletes program.
Surfers For Autism
7491 N. Federal Hwy, C5-180, Boca Raton
surfersforautism.org
Notprofit dedicated to the introduction of the sport of surfing to children with special needs.
United Cerebral Palsy Of South Florida
ucpsouthflorida.org
1411 NW 14th Ave., Miami; 305-325-1080
3117 SW 13th Court, Fort Lauderdale; 954-584-3151
3595 Second Ave., Lake Worth; 561-357-7779
Serves infants, children and adults with developmental disabilities (cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, spina bifida, prematurity, hearing, intellectual disabilities and speech delay) at more than 60 locations in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and Mid-Coast counties.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Dan Marino Outpatient Center
2900 S. Commerce Parkway, Weston
nicklauschildrens.org, 954-385-6200
Comprehensive evaluation and treatment of children with special needs, including autism, speech/language, behavior, as well as support groups, sports medicine and neurosurgery consultations.
The Carrie Brazer Center For Autism And Alternative Approaches
cbc4autism.org
Sunset Campus: 7530 Sunset Dr., Miami 305-271-8790 (Preschool and Elementary)
South Dade Campus: 16905 SW 100th Ave., Miami; 305-234-0490
Individualized programs to meet specific educational, developmental and emotional needs for the child and family. Services include full-day therapy programs, behavior modification, speech, language, occupational and physical therapy, psychotherapy, support groups, diet and nutrition, summer school, field trips, and music, dance and massage therapy.
Dentists
Abby Wilentz, DDS
7400 NW 5th Street
Plantation, FL 33317
United States
See map: Google Maps
954 581 7883
Dentistry for Children & Those with Special Needs
1233 NW 18th Street
Pembroke Pines, FL 33026
United States
See map: Google Maps
954 435 4100
Ernie Prieto, DDS
8500 SW 92 St. #103
Miami, FL 33156
United States
See map: Google Maps
305 271 3301
English/Spanish, Does not accept Medicaid, Accepts some insurance, Uses laughing gas
Family Dentistry & Orthodontics
13840 SW 56 St.
Miami, FL 33175
United States
See map: Google Maps
Contact Email:
Topaz4X4@aol.com
Grossman Pediatric dentistry and orthodontics
4401 S Flamingo Rd. Suite 109
Davie, FL 33330
United States
See map: Google Maps
954 236 3434
Contact Email:
info@grosmandental.com
http://www.grosmandental.com/
Jack Leff, DDS
817 S. University Dr. #103
Plantation, FL 33324
United States
See map: Google Maps
954 424 6500
http://www.sleepdentists.com/general_dentists.html
K. Randall Groh, DDS
336 Alhambra Circle
Coral Gables, FL 33134
United States
See map: Google Maps
305 442 1177
Family Practitioners
FIU Embrace
Modesto Maidique Campus, 885 SW 109th Avenue PG-5, Suite 131
Miami, FL 33199
United States
See map: Google Maps
305 348 3627
http://health.fiu.edu/resources/programs/fiu-embrace
FIU Embrace is a comprehensive, integrated program of the FIU Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine that provides medical and behavioral health care to adults with ASD. Our faculty and treatment team bring years of expertise in understanding and treating the specific needs of these individuals. Services and treatment involve interdisciplinary collaboration and integration of care among various providers.
Live Well- Therapy Group
11050 N Kendall Dr. Suite 102
Miami, FL 33176
United States
See map: Google Maps
786 332 4478
Contact Name:
Sasha Dimitrjevitch
Contact Email:
Sasha@livewelltherapygroup.com
http://www.livewelltherapygroup.com
Live Well Therapy Group (LWTG) is a counseling practice with extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, families & couples. At LWTG, we strongly believe in the support, confidence and hope a therapeutic relationship can provide. Our empathetic and motivating therapists are dedicated to working with you and your family to help you achieve balance, personal growth and overall well-being.
University of Miami School of Medicine
1601 NW 12th Avenue
Miami, FL 33136
United States
See map: Google Maps
305 243 6631
Contact Name:
Xiomara Derqui
Contact Email:
XDerqui@med.miami.edu
http://www.mailmancenter.org
The University of Miami is renowned for its expertise in diagnosing and treating autism and related disorders. Based at the Mailman Center for Child Development, our Interdisciplinary Evaluation Services program conducts comprehensive evaluations and devi
Vitality Health & Wellness
2999 NE 191st Street Suite 905
Aventura, FL 33180
United States
See map: Google Maps
305 466 1100
Contact Name:
Andrew Levinson, M.D., F.A.A.P. and David Berger, M.D., F.A.A.P.
Contact Email:
info@vitalitywellness.com
http://www.vitalitywellness.com
Autism Now Protocol, detoxification, functional medicine, integrative psychiatry, and nutrition. Does not accept insurance.
Vitality Health and Wellness
801 4th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
United States
See map: Google Maps
305 466 1100 ext 6
Contact Email:
officemgr@vitalitywellness.com
http://www.vitalitywellness.com
Autism Now Protocol, detoxification, functional medicine, integrative psychiatry, and nutrition. Does not accept insurance.