Special Education	301-279-3135
Child Find Recording for child find screening requests	301-929-2224 301-929-2222	The Child Find Office conducts developmental screenings for children between the ages of three and five.
Montgomery County Infants and Toddlers Program	240-777-4477	Infants and Toddlers contact: Joan Liversidge;
Autism Waiver Office MCPS, 850 Hungerford Drive, Room 225 Rockville, MD 20850	301-(301)-279-3936	Autism Waiver Coordinator, David Cross. E-mail: David_Cross@mcpsmd.org Check out the MCASA Waiver page for more detailed information or go to the the Family NET Works web site.
Placement	301-279-3181	The Placement Unit  coordinates and monitors the placement of students with disabilities into and out of intensive special education programs through the IEP team at the Central level.
Autism Program	301-517-5990	The autism program serves children from ages 2 1/2 to 21 who have a diagnosis of autism and whose needs cannot be met in less restrictive programs. Located in regular schools across the county, classes provide a low teacher/student ratio and a highly structured individual curriculum emphasizing language and communication, behavior management, and functional skills. Mainstreaming and related services are provided according to individual needs.
Pre-School Education (PEP)	301-431-7636	The Preschool Education program offers a variety of preschool classes and programs for children with disabilities ages 3-5. These include the Preschool Education Program (PEP) which serves children with developmental delays, including classes for students with intensive needs and the medically fragile; the Beginnings classes for children with significant physical and cognitive disabilities, Early Childhood classes and the Preschool Intensive Speech and Language program
Community Based Programs		School/Community Based Programs serve students with mild/moderate to severe and profound handicaps.  Classrooms are located in regular elementary, middle and high schools.
Interact (Interdisciplinary Augmentative Communication and Technology Team)	301-649-8057	The Interdisciplinary Augmentative Communication and Technology Team collaborates with school teams to support students with severe communication disabilities to increase their ability to communicate through augmentative and other assistive technology systems and strategies.
PITC  (Parent Information and Training Center)	301-657-4969	PITC provides parent information and training and designed to help parents better understand the special education process.
Transition Unit	301-517-8278	Transition Services assists students with disabilities in making an effective transition from school to postsecondary education, vocational training, integrated employment (including supported employment), continuing and adult education, adult services, independent living, and community participation
ESY (Extended School Year)	301-279-3022	Extended School Year is a program to provide continued support during the summer for students determined eligible by the IEP team.
Special Education Transportation	301-353-0982

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Non-Public Schools Serving Children with Autism

MPAC  (Montgomery Primary Achievement Center) For more information visit the Arc of Montgomery County Website.	301-593-3797 Silver Spring 301-208-9171 Gaithersburg	A program of the ARC of Montgomery County, MPAC serves children ages 2-8 who have  developmental delays.  The children served have multiple needs including mental retardation, language delays, sensory integration deficits, pervasive developmental disorder and autism.
CAPP The Collaborative Autism Preschool Program	301-517-5990 (MCPS Autism Program) 301-593-3797 (MPAC)	A cooperative effort between the MCPS Autism program and MPAC, CAPP  provides specialized instruction to preschool children in Montgomery County with autism.  Children receive approximately four hours daily of 1:1 discrete trial instruction and participate in traditional preschool activities and interactions with typical students in the Karasik Child Care Program.
The  Intensive Early Intervention Program   CSAAC  (Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children)	301-762-1650	A CSAAC program, the Intensive Early Intervention Program offers behavior treatment for young children with autism ages 24 months to 5 years.  Instructional technicians work with the child in the child's home or day care placement, giving 40 hours a week of one-to-one positive behavioral interventions.
The Community School of Maryland  CSAAC  (Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children)	301-762-1650	A CSAAC program, The Community School of Maryland serves children and adolescents with autism, ages 7-21.  The school provides educational and vocational training in both a 24-hour, 12-month program and a 30 hour per week program.
Treatment and Learning Center	301-424-5200	The Treatment and Learning Center's  Katherine Thomas School is a private day school for children, preschool through the eighth grade, with language and learning disabilities.
The Lourie Center for Infants and Young Children	301-984-4444	The Therapeutic School Program of the Lourie Center serves children ages 3 through 9 years old who exhibit a combination of complex emotional and developmental difficulties.
Grafton School	301-231-6673	Grafton School provides educational and residential services for children, ages 5 to 22,  with autism or other complex cognitive disabilities.
Ivy Mount	301-299-0223	Ivy Mount School serves students aged 2-21 whose disabilities include developmental delays, moderate to severe learning disabilities, speech and language deficits, autism and pervasive developmental disorder, and multiple needs.

 

 

Respite Care, Child Care, Recreational Programs, Camps

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For more information about many of the providers listed below check out the DDA website (the provider list for the Southern Maryland Region).
Respite Services of Montgomery County (Collaboration of the Arc of Montgomery County and Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services)	301-816-9647	Respite Services provides referrals to trained and qualified respite care providers.  Training for individuals interested in becoming respite care providers.  Financial subsidies for qualifying families.  Emergency respite services.
The Arc of Montgomery County Respite House  The Arc of Montgomery County	301-294-8055 or 301-984-5777	Serves children and adults with developmental disabilities.  The Respite House provides services for up to three guests at one time, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.  Occasional camping weekends are offered in the summer.
After All: The Arc of Montgomery County	301-681-4623 or 301-984-5792	An Arc of Montgomery County program, After all is a  licensed after-school enrichment program for pre-teens and teenagers with disabilities in an inclusive community setting at The Boys and Girls Club of Silver Spring.
Amos Associates Respite Care and Family Support Services	301-315-6374	Provides respite services and family and individual  supports.  Other services include supported employment, supported living assistance, medical support & Personal Care, Advocacy, Transportation, Vacation Care.
Take-a-Break Respite Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute	301-251-2860	Provides respite care services for families in Montgomery County who have a member with a developmental disability regardless of age.  Program operates two Fridays a month from 6:00pm-9:00pm and two Saturdays a month from 10:00am-3:00pm.  Theme-based activities and outings.
CSAAC (Community Services for Autistic Adults and Children)	301-762-1650	CSAAC provides in home, community based, and after school services as well as a before school "Breakfast Club" for children with autism.  .
Karisik Centers Child Care (before and after school care available) Silver Spring Gaithersburg For more information visit the Arc of Montgomery County Website.	301-593-0444 301-208-0025	A program of the Arc of Montgomery County, the Karisik Centers are  licensed child care enrichment programs for children  with and without special needs.  The Silver Spring Center serves children ages 2 to 9.  The Gaithersburg Center serves children ages 2 to 5.  Operating hours are 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday thru Friday.  Before and after school care available.
Building Bridges Project The Arc of Montgomery County	301-294-4953 or 301-984-5777	An Arc of Montgomery County program, the Building Bridges Project strives to increase the availability of child care options for children with disabilities by providing training and support to families and community child care providers.
CSS (Community Support Services)	301-545-5002	CSS provides family and individual support services in the home and in the community for children and youth with developmental disabilities. Services include instruction in specific skill areas, behavior management, after school support, Special Saturday program, summer and holiday camps.  Residential services available for youth referred by the County.
Community Companions Program Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute	301-251-2860	Community Companions: After school program for MCPS students with a developmental disability from ages 5-21 years of age. Autism Pilot Program: for children ages 5-12 who need intense (1-1) staffing. Respite services for school holidays. Seven week Summer Day Camp (operates 12:00PM to 6:00PM during ESY)
Community Living Program: In-Home Support Services Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Institute	301-562-1375	Provides support and resources to families including respite, therapies, personal care, and life-skills training.
Montgomery County Recreation Department         Main Number	301-770-6804	General programs and activities are available to suit all ages, interest and skill levels. Mainstreaming opportunities.  Mainstream Companions available.
Montgomery County Recreation Department: Therapeutic Recreation	240-777-6960	Therapeutic recreation programs are specifically designed for individuals with disabilities.  Groups are small and the participant-to-staff ratio is appropriate to the needs of the group.
Jewish Social Services Agency (JSSA)	301-881-3700	Family Support Services, supported employment, home health services.
K.E.E.N. (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)	301-770-3200	A non-profit volunteer organization that provides free one-on-one recreational opportunities for children and young adults with mental and physical disabilities.  Programs include K.E.E.N. Sunday Sports, K.E.E.N. Swimming, K.E.E.N. Club, and Fit & Social.
SEEC Community Living Employment Services Family Support Services	301-527-0440	Provides Family Support Services for families with children with a developmental disability.   Medical Daycare available.  After-school program (VIA).
TRC (Therapeutic Recreation and Riding Center)	301-489-5100	A recreational riding program for persons with developmental disabilities.
Kennedy Krieger	1-888-554-2080
My Turn	240-777-1138	A program for children ages 3-12 with developmental disabilities in need of support services.  Provides respite, individual support services, behavior consultation, linkage to other community resources.

Adult Services

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