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Accurate information and resources

Welcome to the Special Needs Resource Project

Information and Special Needs Resources for Parents of Children with Special Needs or Disabilities

Special Needs Resource Project (SNRP) provides a basic guide for parents of children with chronic health issues, disabilities and special needs. This site is designed to help you get a jump-start in your search for helpful information and resources. Every situation is unique. Our aim is to help you learn the basic skills you'll need to obtain the specific resource information, equipment, and services your child and family needs. Though focused on children ages 0-22, most of the information we offer is applicable to adults as well.

What's New June 2009

  • Both the May and June 2009 editions of the newsletter have been posted. Thank you for your patience with the delay in May.
  • For those of you experiencing difficulties in contacting us here at SNRP we believe the problem has been resolved. If, for some reason, you believe your e-mail is not being received please feel free to e-mail Linda directly at snrproject@hotmail.com.
  • We've added a new section. Remodeling information can now be found in the left hand menu.
  • A new set of house plans has been posted in the New Construction~ Building a New House section. If you are interested in obtaining a copy of the house plans simply Contact Us and we'll send you the information.
  • We've added a whole new group of "Good Ramp ~ Bad Ramp" photos in the Ramps section. Be sure to check them out as we found some good ones!
  • We're still receiving questions regarding services and how to pay for them. We recommend reading the May 2008 Newsletter - "Two Programs Every Parent Should Apply For" and the June 2008 Newsletter- "Underinsured or Uninsured". We also recommend reviewing the subsections under the Insurance tab in the left hand menu on the home page.
  • As always, please feel free to contact us if we've missed anything important. To send e-mails simply click on Contact Us and we'll answer as quickly as we can.
Newsletter

Monthly Newsletter

"Things to Think About" A monthly newsletter published by SNRP covering a wide range of topics offering helpful information, contacts, and related links to the topic covered. If you would like to be on our e-mailing list please click here to send us your e-mail address and request to be added to our mailing group.

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IEP - Individualized Education Plan - Keeping a Parent's Notebook

Parent's IEP Notebook - Individualized Education Plan Management

For most Special Education children IEP meetings can occur any time a child needs a change in their IEP program during the school year. For some children this may be several times a year. To make this complicated process simpler for parents to manage we have provided a basic Parent's IEP Notebook. One place for all those forms, letters, Parent's Guides and notes you'll be taking. Downloadable forms available here.

If you are looking for something specific that does not appear to be covered on our website PLEASE CONTACT US!

Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to assure the quality and accuracy of information provided on this website. Though we have tried to include as much detail as possible, the information contained here in is intended only as a guide to pointing you in the right direction. Each individual's circumstances are unique and may require additional steps or effort above and beyond that which is specified. Inclusion on the Resource links list does NOT imply endorsement by SNRP. While we have made every effort to provide quality Resources it is the responsibility of the viewer to exercise reasonable discretion when using ANY sources.

Hints & Tips

Toilet Frame

Does your child have difficulty balancing while seated on the toilet? Try a toilet frame. Found in many medical equipment catalogs a toilet frame is a free-standing unit that fits over the toilet providing supports on either side for balance. Unsure what you need? Contact your Occupational Therapist and ask.