Your Special Needs Resource Hub

Resources for Special Needs Families

Navigate Life Texas — A helpful hub for families of children with disabilities or special health needs in Texas, offering tools, guidance, and local services. Navigate Life Texas
Autism Society of Texas – Family Resources — A curated directory of resources and services organized by region to help families find local support. texasautismsociety.org
Texas Parent to Parent — A peer-to-peer support network offering education, emotional help, and connection for families of children with disabilities. Texas Parent to Parent
HHS Children’s Autism Program — Offers focused ABA therapy for families of autistic children, including parent training and specific behavioral goals. Texas Health and Human Services
Texas Autism Resource Guide & Path Project — Helps parents navigate education rights (like IEPs), state services, and advocacy programs. Empower Behavioral Health

National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) — Offers resources, policy updates, educational materials, and connections for families with Down syndrome. Wikipedia National Down Syndrome Society
Down Syndrome Diagnosis Network (DSDN) — Connects families with prenatal or newborn diagnoses of Down syndrome, offering webinars, support groups, and advocacy. DSDN
Down Syndrome-Autism Connection — Specialized in supporting individuals diagnosed with both Down syndrome and autism with education and community resources. ds-asd-connection.org
The Arc, PACER Center & Undivided — National organizations providing education rights, parent advocacy tools, and overall disability support. START HERE
Easterseals — Offers services across the U.S., from early intervention to inclusive education and employment resources. Wikipedia
Council of Parent Attorneys & Advocates (COPAA) — A valuable resource if you need legal advocacy support for your child’s education under IDEA. Wikipedia
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) — Led by autistic individuals, this organization focuses on self-advocacy, policy change, and community leadership. Wikipedia

Down Syndrome Parent Support Groups (Houston-area) — A comprehensive list of in-person support groups, including autism, Down syndrome, and other special needs groups (PDF format). Texas Children’s
Special Strong – Texas — An online platform that reviews events, programs, and helpful resources for special needs families in Texas. specialstrong.com