The following resources are listed alphabetically.
Acumen Fiscal Agent
We partner with individuals, families, and programs across the country to simplify self-direction, manage care funding, and ensure reliable payment and support services—so you can focus on what matters most. Acumen Fiscal Agent is one of the oldest fiscal employer agents in the country.
ADA National Network
Through its ten regional centers, the ADA National Network provides information, guidance and training on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Our services are tailored to meet the needs of business, government and individuals at local, regional and national levels. Southeast regional offices are based in Lexington, Kentucky.
American Association of AdaptED Sports Programs
The American Association of AdaptED SPORTS Programs, Inc. (AAASP) is a 501c3 organization that provides services to Local Education Agencies, State High School Associations and State Departments of Education in extracurricular adapted athletics for physically disabled children attending grades 1-12 to improve their well-being while positively influencing total student development.
Annandale Village
Annandale Village of Suwanee is an award-winning nonprofit organization dedicated solely to providing progressive life assistance to adults with intellectual disabilities and traumatic brain injuries so that they can maximize their abilities and maintain their independence in the least restrictive environment. Located in Suwanee, Georgia.
Atlanta Fire United TOPSoccer
TOPSoccer is a community-based training and team placement program for athletes with disabilities between the ages of 4 and 19 with intellectual, emotional, and or physical disabilities. The emphasis of this program is on development and physical participation rather than on competition; and to provide meaningful learning, development and physical participation opportunities to young disabled athletes through the game of soccer. The program strives to provide soccer opportunities (the opportunity of soccer) for players to develop at their own pace in a safe, fun, and supportive/inclusive environment. The goal of this program is to enable young people with disabilities to develop their physical fitness, technical skills, courage and self-esteem, through the joy and excitement of playing soccer. Location: George Pierce Park in Suwanee, Georgia.
Atlanta Lawn Tennis Association (ALTA) Wheelchair League
The size of the court, net height, and rackets are the same, but there are two major differences in playing wheelchair tennis: athletes use specially designed wheelchairs, and the ball may bounce up to two times, including a second bounce, which may occur outside the court. There are three sessions of play in the Wheelchair and Run/Roll Leagues, each lasting seven weeks and culminating in an exciting City Finals event. To join the fun, all that's required is the annual purchase of an Adult or Junior membership! Please make a note of the registration dates, and then check out the wheelchair icon on your Member Portal to start the signup process. We'll see you on the courts for some fun tennis!
Autism Awareness Through Wristbands
This website provides links to a number of informational resources about autism.
Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks has grown into the world's leading 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. Georgia is serviced within their Mid-South region and has a Facebook presence.
Blaze Sports America
BlazeSports America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization formed as the legacy organization of the 1996 Paralympic Games held in Atlanta, Georgia. These games, the first of their kind held in the United States, showed the world the power and spirit of adaptive and Paralympic sport. For nearly 30 years our mission has been to change the lives of children and adults with a physical disability such as a spinal cord injury, cerebral palsy, spina bifida, amputation or visual impairment. BlazeSports was founded to provide ongoing programming in adaptive sport, recreation, and physical activity to Georgia’s youth, adults, veterans and military personnel with physical disabilities and PTSD. In 2007, BlazeSports added a Training and Education division to increase the capacity of local service providers across the United States to provide adaptive sports programs in their communities and schools. Based in Norcross, Georgia.
Briggs and Associates
Briggs & Associates matches the abilities of people with disabilities to real jobs, then provides the support and training needed to ensure success for both the employee and employer. We provide comprehensive employment services for any individual who may require non-traditional support and/or entry into the workplace. Located in Roswell, Georgia.
Camp Big Heart
Camp Big Heart, a 501(c)(3) non-profit operating since 1984, is a unique overnight summer camp offering a broad range of recreational activities to children and adults with special needs, ranging from ages 8-60. Our mission is to provide a safe, inclusive, and enriching summer camp experience for children and adults with special needs. With over 40 years of dedicated service, we are committed to offering the highest quality care and programming, delivered by passionate and qualified staff. We strive to create a welcoming environment where every camper can grow, thrive, and build lasting memories. Located in Fort Valley, Georgia.
Camp Twin Lakes
Camp Twin Lakes provides week-long summer camps and year-round weekend retreats at three fully-accessible and medically-supportive campsites, daycamps, and through hospital-based Camp-To-Go programs.
Chastain Horse Park Therapeutic Program
Chastain Horse Park is a premier equestrian facility dedicated to serving riders of all skill levels including riders with cognitive, physical or mental disabilities through its Therapeutic Program. The program develops and strengthens skills in the areas of awareness, focus, leadership, team playing, confidence, coordination, courage, friendships and fun along with superb hunter equitation skills and abilities. Located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Creative Consulting Services, Inc.
The mission of Creative Consulting Services is to assure a high standard of monitoring health and safety, appropriate and meaningful service provisions and assisting in the pursuit of a self-directed lifestyle for each individual we serve while providing a collaborative model of partnering with all Stakeholders.
Creative Enterprises, Inc.
Creative Enterprises, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Lawrenceville, Georgia dedicated to assisting adults with disabilities and others with barriers to employment in maximizing their potential. We offer a variety of programs and services to help these individuals obtain an optimal level of social, vocational, and economic independence.
Dream Power Therapeutic Equestrian Center
DreamPower Therapeutic Equestrian Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that facilitates equine assisted therapies and learning by empowering the body, mind, and spirit through the majesty of the horse. We are committed to connecting a community of sponsors, caregivers, and volunteers to provide low cost or no cost programs for individuals. Located in Shiloh, Georgia.
Families of Children Under Stress (FOCUS)
FOCUS offers comfort, hope, and fun to families with children who are medically fragile or have significant developmental or physical disabilities through a variety of programs. Located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Georgia Advocacy Office
The Georgia Advocacy Office (GAO) provides information and makes referrals to people with disabilities, their supporters and allies along with professionals and other interested parties. GAO invests in supporting the self-advocacy of disabled people by providing dedicated staff to connect with callers and ensure they are linked to the most appropriate supports. When appropriate, this includes referrals to advocacy services within GAO’s programs. We work to be a source of current and relevant information related to disability rights and resources to support the full integration of people with disabilities in their communities. Located in Decatur, Georgia.
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (GDBHDD)
The Division of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities within GDBHDD supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides them with opportunities to live independently and in the most integrated setting possible. To be eligible for services, a person must have an intellectual disability—or a closely related developmental disability, such as severe autism, cerebral palsy, or epilepsy—that substantially impairs intellectual or adaptive functioning. The disability must have originated from birth or during the developmental years (by age 18 for an intellectual disability, or by age 22 for a developmental disability). The division works with providers, advocates, individuals, and families to provide access to high-quality services in a safe environment. Our service providers must have the capacity to support individuals with complex behavioral or medical needs.
Services are funded via state dollars and two types of Medicaid waivers, New Options Waiver (NOW) and Comprehensive Waiver (COMP). The NOW waiver offers services and supports to individuals to enable them to remain living in their own family home and participate or live independently in the community. The COMP waiver serves individuals with more intensive needs, primarily provides residential care for individuals with I/DD. The waivers provide additional support for people who want to live at home or in other kinds of community living arrangements. All services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are designed to encourage and build on existing social networks and resources; promote integration into the community; and ensure safety.
Georgia Center for Resources and Support
The Georgia Center for Resources and Support (GACRS) was designed by the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services to assist in strengthening Georgia’s adoptive and foster families. It is managed by Families First that for the last 131 years, has provided empowering solutions for Atlanta’s most vulnerable population by strengthening and sustaining families. Located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Georgia Medicaid
Medical Assistance Plans is the largest division within the Georgia Department of Community Health. It administers the Medicaid and PeachCare for Kids® programs which provide access to health care for children, pregnant women and people who are aging, blind and/or disabled. Specific programs within the Georgia Medicaid umbrella related to individuals with developemental or intellectual disabilities include:
Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation
The Gwinnett Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all residents by providing exceptional parks, facilities, and programs that inspire healthy, active, and connected lifestyles.
Gwinnett Senior Golden Games
Olympic-style games for seniors in Gwinnett County. Based in Buford, Georgia.
HappyFeat
Happyfeat is a nonprofit organization 501(c) 3, that supports individuals with special needs by providing inclusive programs to support our incredible friends and their communities in these critical areas: community involvement and life enrichment platforms. Our objective is pretty simple – create an immeasurable amount of opportunities for the world to see that those with disabilities are beautiful, valuable and capable. HappyFeat offers day programs and summer camp options. Located in Suwanee, Georgia.
Hi Hope Service Center
Hi-Hope Service Center is a nearly 60 year old nonprofit located in Lawrenceville, Georgia, in the heart of Gwinnett County, just outside of Atlanta. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit governed by a volunteer board of directors. Hi-Hope Service Center provides quality services that empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to define and live a meaningful life.
InCommunity
At InCommunity our experienced staff and direct support professionals are here to ensure that you and your loved one are taken care of, just like family. We strive to be the best provider of support for people with intellectual & developmental disabilities by offering opportunities to join a day program, seek jobs, live with friends, or improve on personal goals. Located in Roswell, Georgia.
Jerry's Habima Theatre
Jerry’s Habima Theatre is an inclusive theater company featuring actors with disabilities. For more than 30 years, actors with disabilities have been applauded for their unforgettable performances with Jerry’s Habima Theatre, Georgia’s one-of-a-kind professionally run theater company. Once a year, actors, theater professionals, families, friends, and MJCCA staff members join forces and talents to create memories with an epic Broadway-style performance. Located in Dunwoody, Georgia.
"Just" People, Inc.
“Just” People, Inc. is a private non-profit organization that’s mission is to provide a variety of support services to adults with developmental disabilities, mental illnesses and head injuries. We are dedicated to meeting the needs for quality, dependable support. Support services are provided in Metro Atlanta, serving people in Gwinnett, Fulton, Cobb and Dekalb County. Located in Norcross, Georgia.
Next Step Ministries
Next Step Ministries a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization located in Woodstock, Georgia geared towards helping individuals with special needs/ disabilities and their families in a loving and safe Christian environment.
Parent to Parent of Georgia
Parent to Parent of Georgia offers a variety of services to Georgia families impacted by disabilities or special healthcare needs. Our Vision is to be the source of choice for support, information, education, and leadership development for Georgians with disabilities or special health care needs, ages birth to 26, and their families. Our Mission is to support Georgia families and individuals from birth to 26 impacted by disabilities or special health care needs. Located in Atlanta, Georgia.
Participant Directed Advocates of Georgia (PDAG)
Participant-Directed Advocates of Georgia (PDAG) is a nonprofit organization that supports families and individuals with disabilities who self-direct services in Georgia for the NOW/COMP and ICWP waivers. PDAG aims to develop processes, resources, and education to help self-directed families effectively manage the self-direction model. The organization also focuses on creating processes, systems, standards, and training to implement self-directed services successfully.
Parkwood Farms
Parkwood Farms Therapy Center offers transformative equine-assisted programs for individuals with special needs, veterans, trauma survivors, and those seeking alternative, natural healing. Through the powerful partnership between horse and human, we help build confidence, trust, and joy — one connection at a time. Located in Snellville, Georgia.
People Making Progress
People Making Progess provides quality services so that adults with developmental disabilities may work, live and thrive in the community to their fullest potential. Located in Tucker, Georgia.
Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
As a benefit of the Social Security Administration (SSA), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or “Disability” provides monthly payments to people who have a disability that stops or limits their ability to work. The SSA office serving Gwinnett County is located at 4365 Shackleford Road, Norcross, Georgia 30093. Appointments are required. Phone: 1-800-772-1213.
Social Security Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
As a benefit of the Social Security Administration (SSA), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) provides monthly payments to people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources. The SSA office serving Gwinnett County is located at 4365 Shackleford Road, Norcross, Georgia 30093. Appointments are required. Phone: 1-800-772-1213.
Social Security Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program
A program of the Social Security Administration (SSA), The Ticket to Work and Work Incentives Improvement Act of 1999 allowed Social Security to fund a program called Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA). WIPA staff provide information about work and benefits to people who receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) because of a disability. The SSA office serving Gwinnett County is located at 4365 Shackleford Road, Norcross, Georgia 30093. Appointments are required. Phone: 1-800-772-1213.
Sparrowwood
Sparrowwood is part of Camp Glisson, a ministry of the United Methodist Church, that offers week-long summer camps and weekend fall retreat options. Sparrowwood is a chance for campers of all faith backgrounds that have different developmental needs to be accepted for who they are and celebrated for all they have to offer. Focusing on abilities rather than disabilities fosters the shared sense of radical acceptance that helps define the Glisson experience – causing all involved to see we are more alike than we are different. Located in Dahlonega, Georgia.
Special Olympics
Special Olympics is a global sports movement that unleashes the human spirit every day around the world through the transformative power and joy of sport. Through programming in sports, health, education and community building, Special Olympics is tackling the inactivity, stigma, isolation, and injustice that people with intellectual disabilities (ID) face. Our work goes far beyond sports events, driving social change that enables full social participation for people with ID.
Special Olympics-Georgia
To provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults living in Georgia with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy, and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. Based in Norcross, Georgia.
Special Pops Tennis
Special Populations Tennis Program, Inc. (Special Pops) is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization that offers an adaptive tennis program specifically designed to share the lifetime sport of tennis with children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Programs offered free of charge to all skill levels, including those who have never played, include year-round tennis instruction, league play and tournament competition. Based in Roswell, Georgia.
SPECTRUM Autism Support Group
Spectrum Autism Support Group was established in the fall of 1998 for families, friends and teachers of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) within Gwinnett County, Georgia and the surrounding metro area. We are a parent operated group whose mission is to provide support, education and resources encompassing the entire spectrum of ASD for children and adults. Spectrum currently serves over 1,000 families in the metro Atlanta area. Based in Duluth, Georgia.
Social Skills Today
Social Skills Today provides respite opportunities for families of individuals with developmental disabilities such as Autism Spectrum Disorders and other social, communication, sensory, and behavioral needs. We do this through various programs: summer camps, school year mini-break camps, social skills groups, and overnight camps. It is our goal to provide social skills training, behavioral accommodations, and language-building activities in a safe and enriching environment for individuals functioning at all developmental levels ages 4 and above. Social Skills Today manages several programs and events in the Gwinnett area including Spectrum Camps and Clubs. Located in Snellville, Georgia.
The Next Stop
The Next Stop encourages and supports individual personal growth in the areas of self-confidence, social skills, life application skills, and awareness, through planned activities and interaction for individuals with mild intellectual disabilities, high level autism, or mild brain injuries. Located in Suwanee, Georgia.
Toni's Camp Retreat
Toni's Camp Retreat, a ministry of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Atlanta, consists of several activities geared to the spiritual, social, and recreational needs of individuals with disabilities. Any person who with developmental disabilities over the age of 14, who possesses basic self-care skills, enjoys group activities, and does not have severe behavior problems, is welcome. Although Roman Catholic in nature, the retreat is open to persons of all faiths. Located in Rutledge, Georgia.
Under Musical Construction
Under Musical Construction and Atlanta Music Therapy use the power of MUSIC as their therapeutic tool to inspire, encourage, and assist individuals in accomplishing their goals. When used as a methodical and scientifically sound tool, MUSIC provides a comforting, safe, and judgement-free environment for individuals to facilitate joy, and benefit from the release of tiring stressors of everyday life. Working with varying populations- children to geriatrics, and trained in a multitude of musical genres and therapeutic modalities; the possibilities of what can be achieved through music are endless. Based in Berkeley Lake, Georgia.
