NAPA COUNTY RESOURCES
NapaHelp.Info
www.napahelp.info
A collaborative effort of the Napa Superior Court and the Napa Valley Coalition of Non-Profit Agencies: NapaHelp contains information on the community services that Napa County residents need to sustain and improve their daily lives -- basic subsistence (food, housing and financial aid), physical and mental health care, family support services, employment and vocational training, legal assistance and more. This Directory contains information on nonprofit and public health and human service programs that offer services at no cost or low cost, or on a sliding scale according to ability to pay.
Becoming Independent
www.becomingindependent.org
Local agency promoting community inclusion and participation for people with disabilities.
1832 Soscol Ave., #101, Napa, 252-9288
Disability Services and Legal Center
www.cri-dove.org
1040 Main Street, #208, Napa, 258-0270
Advancing the rights of people with disabilities to equal justice, access, opportunity, and participation in our communities
Local Napa Valley (Bipolar) Support Group Chapter
www.napabipolardepression.org
1141 Pear Tree Lane, Ste. B-1, Napa, 747-1989
Family Service of Napa Valley
www.familyservicenapa.org
709 Franklin St., Napa, 255-0966
Napa County Mental Health System Navigators
Outreach, linkage/transportation, resources & referrals, focus on Latino community.
1500 Third St., Ste. B, Napa, 253.4963 or 4018
Napa County Mental Health Services
Information about mental health services or how to apply for services:
(707) 259-8151 or toll free (800) 648-8650
Napa County Network of Care for Behavioral Health
www.napa.networkofcare.org
Services, resources, support and advocacy
For individuals, families and agencies concerned with mental health.
It provides information about mental health services, laws, related news and more.
North Bay Regional Center
www.nbrc.net
Serving people with mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy and autism with diagnosis and evaluation, individual program planning and more.
10 Executive Ct., Napa, 256-1100
SELPA: Special Education Local Plan Area serving Napa County
www.ncoe.k12.ca.us/selpa
Napa County Office of Education, 2121 Imola Avenue, Napa
State Council on Developmental Disabilities – Area 4 Board
www.scdd.ca.gov
Click on Area 4 Board for information on our local chapter. The State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) is established by state and federal law as an independent state agency to ensure that people with developmental disabilities and their families receive the services and supports they need.
V.O.I.C.E.S.
www.onthemovebayarea.org/voices
Unites transitioning foster youth, social service agencies, educational institutions and committed community members to help young people become independent adults and engaged citizens.
A D D / A D H D
ADDitutde
www.additudemag.com
Living well with ADD and learning disabilities. Includes tips for success in the classroom, time management, social skills, behavior, parenting helps.
CHADD: Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder
www.chadd.org
A national non-profit organization providing education, advocacy and support for individuals with AD/HD.
AUTISM
Autism Institute on Peer Relations and Play
www.wolfberg.com/ipgmodel.htm
Center for Integrated Play Groups Training, Research and Development
Autism Society of America
www.autismsource.org
A grassroots autism organization providing increased public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced by people on the spectrum, advocating for appropriate services for individuals across the lifespan, and providing the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy. Search database available at their site of resources, providers, services and support.
Autism Speaks
www.autismspeaks.org
Dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society; and to bringing hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder
Comprehensive Autism Services & Education (CASE)
www.casefamily.com
Local Napa office: 1886 El Centro Ave., Napa. 258-5545. napa@casefamily.com
Extensive information and links on autism and Asperger’s syndrome. CASE has recently opened a Napa office.
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA)
www.tacanow.org
Parents helping parents with information, resources, and support to those affected by autism.
Easter Seals
www.autism.easterseals.com
Provides services to ensure that people living with autism and other disabilities have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play
BEHAVIORAL
Parent Project
www.parentproject.com
Parent Project® is a parenting skills program designed specifically for parents with strong-willed or out-of-control children. ParentsCAN provides these classes facilitated by staff who have been trained in this program. See our calendar for dates of the next classes.
DOWN SYNDROME
National Down Syndrome Congress
www.ndsccenter.org
Annual convention: July 30 – August 1, 2009 in Sacramento!
Promoting availability and accessibility to a full range of opportunities and/or resources that meet individuals’ and families’ needs.
National Down Syndrome Society
http://www.ndss.org/
The National Down Syndrome Society envisions a world in which all people with Down syndrome have the opportunity to realize their life aspirations. NDSS is committed to being the national leader in enhancing the quality of life, and realizing the potential of all people with Down syndrome.
ENCOURAGING STORIES
The story of a father and son, Dick and Rick Hoyt, and their story titled “CAN”.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRHxHapwirw
Mattie Stepanek, 1990 – 2004. A young man who had Dysautonomic Mitochondrial Myopathy. Wise beyond his years, writer of poetry and stories.
www.mattieonline.com
GENERAL DISABILITY INFORMATION
American Academy of Pediatrics Medical Home
www.medicalhomeinfo.org
Describes the medical home as a model of delivering primary care that is accessible, continuous, comprehensive, family-centered, coordinated, compassionate, and culturally effective care.
You will also find Care Notebooks there, a tool you compile yourself to keep educational and/or medical information on your child all in one place: www.medicalhomeinfo.org/carenotebook
Americans with Disabilities Act
www.ada.gov
Guide to disability rights law and much more.
The Beach Center
www.beachcenter.org
The Beach Center on Families and Disability at The University of Kansas.
Disability Solutions
www.disabilitysolutions.org/newsletters
Information for families and others interested in Down syndrome and developmental disabilities. It is part of Creating Solutions, a project of The San Francisco Foundation Community Initiative Funds. Current issue includes “Communicating Means Success”, “Special Education: A Parent's Guide for a Child's Success” and more. Includes back issues with a search feature.
Easter Seals
www.easterseals.com
Provides services to ensure that people living with autism and other disabilities have equal opportunities to live, learn, work and play
Easter Seals Northern California (Regional Headquarters)
20 Pimentel Court, Suite A1 ,
Novato, CA 94949
www.noca.easterseals.com
Phone: 415 382-7450
Family Voices
www.familyvoices.org and www.familyvoicesofca.org
Speaking on behalf of children with special healthcare needs. Site available in Spanish.
Mothers United for Moral Support (MUMS) National Parent to Parent Network
www.netnet.net/mums/
If your child has a rare disability and you cannot find another parent whose child has the same disability, MUMS provides networking that matches you with other parents whose children have the same or a similar condition.
National Bullying Prevention Awareness
www.pacerkidsagainstbullying.org
Sections for children, parents and professionals.
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities (NICHCY)
www.nichcy.org
National clearinghouse for families and professionals that offers information about disabilities and related services, assists with referrals, produces state resource sheets that provide contacts for disability related services and programs in each state. Site available in Spanish.
National Fathers Network
www.fathersnetwork.org
Information, support, and resources for fathers of children with disabilities or chronic illness. Supports the efforts of 83 fathers' programs in the US. Site available in Spanish.
Wrights’ Law
www.wrightslaw.com
Parents, educators, advocates, and attorneys can find accurate, reliable information about special education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities.
GENETIC DISORDERS
Alliance of Genetic Support Groups
www.geneticalliance.org
Partnership of self-help groups and professionals addressing communication, service delivery, and advocacy issues for individuals and families affected by genetic disorders.
KINCARE / GRANDPARENTING
Generations United
www.gu.org
National nonprofit organization formed to improve the lives of children, youth, and older people through intergenerational collaboration, public policies and programs for the benefit of all.
Foundation for Grandparenting
www.grandparenting.org
Dedicated to raising grandparent consciousness in order to better the lives of grandchildren, parents, grandparents, and communities through education, research, programs, communication, and networking. Dr. Arthur Kornhaber, MD
Grandfamilies State Law and Policy Resource Center
www.grandfamilies.org
National legal resource to educate about state laws and legislation in support of grandfamilies and to assist interested state legislators, advocates, caregivers, attorneys, and other policymakers in exploring policy options to support relatives and the children in their care both within and outside the child welfare system.
LEARNING DISABILITIES
Great Schools
www.greatschools.net
A parent’s guide to helping children with learning disabilities. Highlights include identifying learning disabilities, successful people with LD or AD/HD, parent to parent message board. Their website for kids 8-12 years old with learning disabilities is www.sparktop.org for both information and fun.
MEDICAL
Johns Hopkins Hospital
www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health_information_library
Listing of hundreds of conditions, diseases, etc. with detailed information on symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and more.
Medical Home: American Academy of Pediatrics
www.medicalhomeinfo.org
The American Academy of Pediatrics describes the medical home as a model of delivering primary care that is accessible, continuous, comprehensive, family-centered, coordinated, compassionate, and culturally effective care. Also obtain a notebook through their site to use at home to organize paperwork: www.medicalhomeinfo.org/carenotebook
MENTAL HEALTH
American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
www.aacap.org
American Psychologist Association
www.apahelpcenter.org (English) - www.centrodeapoyoapa.org (Spanish)
Mental health articles such as “Healthy Minds and Bodies”, “The Road to Resilience”, “Warning Signs of Youth Violence” and “Painful Shyness in Children and Adults”.
California Institute for Mental Health
www.CiMH.org
The California Institute for Mental Health (CiMH) was established in 1993 with the intent to "promote excellence in mental health services through training, technical assistance, research and policy development."
Child & Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
www.bpkids.org
Resources and a network of parents and experts.
Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week
www.childrensmentalhealthawarenessweek.org
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (national)
www.dbsalliance.org
Family Aware
www.familyaware.org
Helps families recognize and cope with depressive disorders to get people well and prevent suicides.
Federation of Families for Children's' Mental Health
www.ffcmh.org
National parent-directed organization focused on the needs of children and youth with emotional, behavioral, or mental disorders and their families.
Kids Health - Specifically for teens:
www.kidshealth.org/teen
Nemours Foundation, established in 1936 by philanthropist Alfred I. duPont, is dedicated to improving the health and spirit of children.
Mental Health America
www.mentalhealthamerica.net
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
www.nami.org
SAMHSA
www.samhsa.gov
United States Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration. "A Life in the Community for Everyone."
Teen Depression
www.teendepression.org
Information to educate parents and teens about adolescent depression, the warning signs, and various treatment options available.
State of California Department of Mental Health
www.dmh.cahwnet.gov
United Advocates for Children and Families
www.UACF4HOPE.org
Created by parents for parents of children in public mental health systems. Site available in Spanish.
MENTAL RETARDATION
The ARC - National and State sites
www.thearc.org and www.arccalifornia.org
Organization of and for people with mental retardation and related disabilities and their families.
POLICIES & ADVOCACY
Action Alliance for Children
www.4children.org (English & Spanish)
Resources for policy makers, children's service providers and advocates, and the media. Articles in the following topic areas: advocacy, books, childcare, early childhood education, child development, health, parent leadership and family support, school age children, violence prevention, welfare/family income/poverty.
The Advocacy Institute
www.advocacyinstitute.org
A non-profit organization dedicated to services and projects that work to improve the lives of children, youth and adults with disabilities. Includes: “No Child Left Behind and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: What Parents of Students with Disabilities Need to Know and Do.”
Protection & Advocacy, Inc.
www.pai-ca.org
California information on disability rights, special education and IEP help, government benefits, parenting information, more.
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SIBLINGS
Family Resource Associates
www.frainc.org
Family Resource Associates (FRA) is a New Jersey non-profit agency with a mission of helping children, adolescents and people of all ages with disabilities to reach their fullest potential. Acknowledging the powerful influence of the family, they offer both support and education.
Sibling Support Project
www.siblingsupport.org
National effort dedicated to the life-long concerns of brothers and sisters of people who have special health, developmental, or mental health concerns.
