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American Dance Therapy Association, The Today's Dance/Movement Therapists are graduates of masters degree programs that integrate dancers' special knowledge of body, movement and expressive spirit with the healing skills of counseling, psychotherapy and rehabilitation. We help a wide range of people, from autistic children to seniors in their declining years, from the mentally ill to normal people who have lost touch with their inner truth, from people with spinal cord injuries to people who just have never felt quite at home in their bodies. When words alone are not enough, dance/movement therapists are there to help! Founded in l966, the American Dance Therapy Association works to establish and maintain high standards of professional education and competence in the field of dance/movement therapy. ADTA stimulates communication among dance/movement therapists and members of allied professions through publication of the ADTA Newsletter, the American Journal of Dance Therapy, monographs, bibliographies, and conference proceedings. ADTA holds an annual conference and supports formation of regional groups, conferences, seminars, workshops and meetings throughout the year.

Autism Society of North Carolina Bookstore The Autism Society of North Carolina Bookstore was foundd in 1988 in response to parent requsts for information on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Over the past 17 years the bookstore has grown to become the largest non-profit ASD-specific bookstore in the United States, with nearly 500 titles in stock.

Child and Family Services This Section of North Carolina's Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Abuse Services provides services to children and youth with mental health needs across our state. This website includes information about the Section, a staff directory, a listing of local programs, a training calendar and much more.

Covenant with NC's Children Made up of more than 130 civic organizations, professional associations, advocacy groups and individuals who share an interest in improving the lives of children and youth in our state the Covenant works to ensure that children?s issues get a thorough hearing by the state legislature. The Covenant's Work Groups (including Early Childhood, Education, Health, and others)analyze the issues in their field and make recommendations for action to the full Covenant. At this website you can learn more about this organization, send messages to your representatives in the General Assembly as a "cyberlobbyist", get weekly updates of what's happening in the legislature and more.

Family Support Network of North Carolina This organization provides information about disabilities, services and agencies which serve families of children who have special needs. Their Central Directory of Resources is a computerized database housing over 15,000 files of information and materials that may be helpful to families of children who have or are at risk for developmental disabilities. Contains links about resources, organizations,special education, advocacy, and assistive technology. Be sure to look at their listings of local Parent to Parent Support Groups to find one near you. To contact them by phone, call 1-800-852-0042.

Family Voices-North Carolina Many groups focus on particular childhood illnesses or populations. Others represent children and adults, or concentrate on specific reform proposals. Until Family Voices was formed, there was no national organization that spoke for all children with special health needs. Family Voices believes that children with special health needs face common problems caused by fundamental inadequacies in our health care system. Family Voices does not support any specific health care reform plan. Instead, the role of Family Voices is to advocate for the inclusion of a set of basic principles in every health care reform proposal.

First Journeys First Journeys hosts a Parents Morning Out every Wednesday from 9:00 am until 12:00 pm and the first Saturday of every month from 9:30 until 12:30 pm. Children ages 12 months up to kindergarten age are invited to attend while parents get some well deserved respite! These events are inclusive, so all ability levels and siblings are welcome. Cost is $20/day for first child and $10/day for each additional child in the family. Please see the website for more information.

Immunize North Carolina This website, from the Immunization Branch of the North Carolina Department of Public Health, contains information for parents and providers about immunization and vaccines in North Carolina. Includes schedules, laws, event listings, and even a Kids Club section with an activity book that can be downloaded from the site.

NC Office on the Americans with Disabilities Act This website provides information about the ADA and describes NC's office, a part of the NC Department of Administration.

North Carolina Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Membership Directory An updated list of all members of the North Carolina Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Use it to find your local pediatric dentist

North Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children The mission of NC-aeyc is to promote quality and form partnerships which will support programs and professionals serving North Carolina's young children from birth to age eight. The association is committed to acting on behalf of all young children with the primary focus being on the care, education and services available to them.

North Carolina Asthma Program Office Established in 1998 within the Division of Public Health, Women's and Children's Health Section, this office is charged with developing a comprehensive asthma surveillance system, providing leadership to the Asthma Alliance of North Carolina, and offering technical assistance and resources to local asthma coalitions. This website provides descriptions of this office and its programs and has links to resources for information and funding opportunities.

North Carolina Child Care Health and Safety Resource Center Based in Raleigh, this center improves child care services for children by providing information, training and technical assistance to North Carolina's Child Health Care Consultants. This website provides information about the resource center, training modules on asthma and sun protection, a listing of day care related links, and online editions of the NC Child Care Health and Safety Bulletin, available in both English and Spanish.

North Carolina Division of Medical Assistance The goal of this division within the state's Department of Health and Human Services is to manage the state's Medicaid program efficiently so that cost effective health care services are available through enrolled providers to all eligible persons across the state. This website offers information about, and links to, North Carolina's state and federal health insurance programs such as Healthcheck, Healthchoice, ACCESS, and more.

North Carolina Division of Public Health The NC Division of Public Health works toward protecting and improving the health of the people who live and work in North Carolina. Lists the main components within this division. An easy way to look up contact program information.

North Carolina Early Intervention Mentor Program Professionals in early intervention are encouraged to participate as a mentor or mentee. Mentors are early intervention professionals with significant experience who want to work one on one with a professional to promote his or her growth and learning. If you are new to the field or new to your position, you can sign up as a mentee to learn from a more experienced member of the field and gain confidence and competence with your skills. The program involves 20 contact hours completed over a 12-month period of time.

North Carolina Infant Toddler Program This website includes information on the NC Infant Toddler program housed in the Early Intervention Branch, Women's and Children's Health Section, Division of Public Health: the Preschool Disabilities Program, housed in the Department of Public Instruction: and the NC Interagency Coordinating Council, housed at the Division of Child Development. Links to related sites are include.

North Carolina Occupational Therapy Association This website provides information about our state's occupational therapy association and its members, lists its upcoming conferences, publicizes employment opportunities, offers relevant links, and more.

North Carolina Office of Information Technology Services ITS is committed to develop an efficient, effective, customer-centric e-state by helping business and government: * Promote the delivery of more effective and efficient services * Provide increased accountability to citizens * Offer easier access to useful information * Enable enhanced participation in the democratic process * Present new opportunities to encourage economic development * Improve society through telemedicine and distance learning. This website describes its products and services, information and standards, and more.

North Carolina Parenting Education Network The North Carolina Parenting Education Network (NCPEN) is working to build the field of parenting education in the state with a focus on partnerships between parents and child care providers, teachers, and parent educators. Working together we can help each child reach his or her own potential! NCPEN is an unfunded collaborative of parenting education organizations and agencies.

North Carolina Pediatric Society An affiliate of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the North Carolina Pediatric Society seeks to improve the health and well being of children in our state through the collective efforts of its membership and to provide an organization for professional communication, education, and fellowship. This website provides information abouth this organization, some related website links, and a calendar of society events.

North Carolina Physical Therapy Association The NC chaptre of the American Physical Therapy Association. This websites provides statewide and national updates of interest to physical therapists, information about educational conferences, relevent links, and more.

North Carolina Speech, Hearing and Language Association The North Carolina Speech, Hearing and Language Association is the professional association of speech and language pathologists and audiologists in North Carolina. It promotes the professional practice of speech/language and hearing sciences, to advocate on behalf of the professional practice, to serve as the voice of the professions and to advocate for communicatively impaired persons in North Carolina. NCSHLA is at the forefront of issues affecting speech and hearing professionals, and it is involved in governmental policy-setting and decision-making processes. The members study policy decisions that affect speech/language pathologists and audiologists and formulate positions from the perspective of practicing professionals. The Association's goal is to assure that the ideas and concerns of its members are considered. NCSHLA is an affiliate of both the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and the American Academy of Audiology (AAA), and it is considered a national leader in member representation.

North Carolina Women's and Children's Health The Website of the Women and Children's Health Section of North Carolina's Division of Public Health. Includes program listings, website links, contact information, and more.

Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina Prevent Child Abuse North Carolina was founded in 1979 by a group of concerned citizens and is the single, statewide not-for-profit organization with the mission of ending child abuse in our state.Their goals include a prevention network, public awareness, advocacy, and programs. The site provides information, press releases, and resources.

Tips to Remember about Food Allergy From the American Academy of Allergy, Allergy and Immunology.

UNC Department of Pediatrics Home page of the UNC Department of Pediatrics. Provides general information regarding Residency Programs, Pediatrics Divisions and Programs at UNC, Faculty Research and Clinical Interests, Pediatrics Computer Support Pages, and an Email address book for department members.

Wake Count Local Interagency Coordinating Council The Wake County LICC is a collaborative partnership among: ? parents, ? caregivers, ? public agencies, ? private and non-profit organizations, ? interested community members or organizations, to promote a coordinated and effective Early Intervention (EI) system in Wake County. This website provides an overview of the Wake LICC goal areas, showcases resources for families,and ofers a listing of Wake LICC Member agencies. Parents can download a copy of the Wake County Early Intervention Road Map, a short guide to help parents navigate the Early Intervention system. The guidebook provides information on early intervention services, an early intervention timeline, support groups, and much more. It's also available in Spanish.

Wake County Special Education PTA (SEPTA) The Wake County Special Education PTA is a new, unique county-wide PTA designed to focus on children receiving special educations services in Wake County Public Schools. A group of parents and teachers chartered SEPTA in February 2005, elected officers and opened the organization to new members. Since then, 161 people have joined. SEPTA connects parents and teachers as well as with professionals and other organizations that provide support, training and resources. To learn more or to join call (919) 788-2599. Annual dues are $5.00.