The official anti-bullying site of the U.S. Government, StopBullying.gov offers resources for teachers and parents to help prevent and stop bullying.
The Shoreline Center offers applied behavior analysis; speech and language therapy; and occupational therapy and related pediatric services to the lakeshore and surrounding communities. Also provides a family support group that is open to anyone.
The Midland County 4-H Exceptional Riders Program, Tall in the Saddle (TIS), is a 4-H Proud Equestrian Program. Horseback riding is a therapeutic form of recreation for people with mental, emotional, learning, hearing, visual and physical impairments. They offer weekly classes during Spring and Fall Sessions at local privately owned farms. Privately owned horses, tested by instructors prior to use in the program, provide the mounts for our riders. Open to Midland County residents age 8-25.
The post adoption resource centers provide support through the life-long journey of adoption. The centers provide individuals under the age of 21, who were adopted from Michigan’s foster care system or who were adopted in Michigan through an international adoption or direct consent/direct placement adoption and their families with support, education, training, advocacy, information, service coordination and case management services. Services are also available to children under the age of 18 who were placed in guardianship from Michigan’s foster care system and who are eligible for Michigan’s guardianship assistance program. There are 8 centers that serve various geographical regions of Michigan.
Guide that discusses the treatment option of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children diagnosed with Autism. The guide educates families on what ABA therapy is, the types of treatment plan options, the logistics of obtaining ABA therapy through a provider organization, and what therapy will look like.
Guide that discusses navigating different types of insurance in relation to Autism evaluation and treatment. Covers the process of obtaining an Autism evaluation and treatment with different types of insurance.
Youtube video that discusses next steps for families that have recently had their child diagnosed with Autism.
Youtube video for families that discusses the importance of early intervention for children with Autism.
Youtube video that discusses the Autism Evaluation process and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Services so that parents know what to expect in having their child diagnosed with Autism.
A youtube video for parents that goes over if your child is at risk for Autism.