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For parents and caregivers looking for supportive opportunities for their neuro-diverse children.


40+ vendors featuring a wide variety of educational, recreational, and occupational
resources along with mental health, legal, and government services.

        

The Family Center does not endorse or recommend the individuals or businesses listed on our website. Vendor listings are not considered a referral and the responsibility for selecting a provider resides with each parent/guardian/family member/caregiver. Information is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.

Community Resources

 

Working together to make our community the most disability friendly in the nation by increasing independence for people with disabilities, discovering true passions, and changing the community’s perception of disability.


5605 Monroe Street
Sylvania, OH 43560
419.885.5733 x 172
https://abilitycenter.org/



Brilliant Detroit is dedicated to building neighborhoods where families with children 0-8 have what they need to be school ready, healthy and stable. We do this by providing proven programming and support year round out of Brilliant Detroit homes in high-need neighborhoods.


5675 Larkins Street
Detroit, MI 48210
313.483.8992
info@brilliantdetroit.org
https://brilliantdetroit.org/


 

The Children’s Center Fatherhood Initiative works to support fathers in our community by helping them play a leading role in their child’s life.


John Miles
Coordinator‑Wayne County Fatherhood Initiative
The Children's Center
79 Alexandrine West
Detroit, MI, 48201
313.262.0944
https://www.thechildrenscenter.com/bridging-the-gap/fatherhood-initiative/

 

 


Services and programs for people with disabilities.


5555 Conner Street
Detroit, MI 48213-27459
313.923.1655
info@dnwayne.org
https://disabilitynetworkwcd.org/

 


Offering early intervention services for infants and toddlers, birth to three years of age, with developmental delay(s) and/or disabilities, and their families.


1-800-Early-On

https://www.1800earlyon.org/

 

 

 

Providing educational and community resources that empower families to successfully navigate life’s social, emotional, and physical challenges.


32 Lake Shore Drive
Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236
info@familycenterweb.org
313.447.1374
www.familycenterweb.org

 


 

Family Alliance for Change (FAFC) Resource Hub is a parent-driven program that supports, educates and empowers parents and caregivers of children with mental health challenges in Wayne County.


https://www.swsol.org/fafc/

 



We connect, create, and inspire communities through theatre.


https://gpt.org/

 

 

Nonprofit Health & Human Services Provider

Autism Services

4410 W. 13 Mile Road, Royal Oak, MI 48073

248.837.2021

 

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Statewide resource to connect families of children with disabilities to resources to help improve their children’s education.


800.552.4821
info@michiganallianceforfamilies.org
https://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org/


 

 


Statewide network of vocational rehabilitation (VR) professionals developing creative, customized solutions that meet the needs of individuals and business.


MRS-CustomerAssistance@michigan.gov
517.241.5324 or Toll free: 800.605.6722

https://www.michigan.gov/leo/bureaus-agencies/mrs

 

 




The mission of Southwest Solutions is to enhance the quality of life, success and self-sufficiency of individuals and families in Detroit.

 

Stephanie Luna
5716 Michigan Ave #3000
Detroit, MI 48210
https://www.swsol.org/

 

Respite care for children and adults.


John Channing
john.channing@brightstarcare.com
https://www.brightstarcare.com/

866.618.7827

 

 


Fostering positive and meaningful connections through adaptive socialization.

 

https://www.facebook.com/StandOutSCS

scsstandout@gmail.com

 





Private, Non-Profit Comprehensive Family Counseling Agency
https://www.blackfamilydevelopment.org/

Administrative Office
2995 E. Grand Blvd
Detroit, MI 48202
313.758.0150

Samaritan Center
5555 Conner Ave. Ste 1038
Detroit, MI 48213
313.308.0255

 

Educational & Occupational Opportunities


Unique, two-year postsecondary certificate program.


4090 Geddes Rd.
Ann Arbor, MI 48105
734.995.7274
https://ablelightcollege.org/


Academy of Dreams is a program for special needs students over the age of sixteen. Our program encourages continued growth and independence in our special people through functional education, daily living and employment skill building. In addition to basic education, our lessons include restaurant serving skills, cooking, crafts and field trips.


4090 Doing business at:
Trinity United Methodist Church
18303 Common Rd.
Roseville, MI 48066
313.401.7175
https://www.academyofdreams.org/

For People with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities


Deb Moffat, Executive Director

20475 Sunningdale Park

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

586.457.8588
debmoffat@yahoo.com
https://www.thearcgp-hw.org/


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MORC offers a diverse array of services for individuals with intellectual disabilities who meet the eligibility requirements for public mental health services.


Developmental Essential Services, Inc.
Services: Specialized Residential, Vocational, CLS, Respite
Counties Served: Macomb, Oakland, Wayne

Dion Scharf
586.465.6660
desmichigan@yahoo.com
https://www.morcinc.org/provider-directory/1886/developmental-essential-services-inc/

Our mission is to invest in each learner by entering a collaborative partnership to maximize each child's potential.

Dr. Dona Johnson Beach
313.622.6968
donajohnsonbeach@gmail.com
https://theeducationdoctor.net/


 


Full-curriculum, independent school for students who learn differently, serving over 220 students in grades 1 through 12.


1755 Melton
Birmingham, MI 48009
248.642.1150
https://www.etonacademy.org/

 


Inspiring Young Adults with Special Needs


17006 Mack Avenue

Grosse Pointe Park, MI 48230

313.469.6660
fullcirclefoundationgp@gmail.com

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GPPSS Transition Services


Kimberly King, M.A., CCC-SLP

707 Vernier

Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236

313.432.5610
kingk@gpschools.org
 

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Programs for Children with Special Needs


Kristy Schena, Founder & Executive Director

23500 Pare Street, Suite 10

St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

313.332.1026

kristyschena@kidsonthegocampcom

https://www.kidsonthegocamp.com/

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Our goal is to help our students gain independence and self-reliance through seeking and maintaining meaningful employment.


39092 Garfield Rd.
Clinton Township, MI 48038
586.228.2201
https://www.macombacademy.net/Employment_Training



Offering a variety of programs for people living with ASD age three through adulthood, their families and caregivers, and the broader community.


Oakland University Center for Autism Outreach
Pawley Hall, Room 425C
456 Pioneer Dr.
Rochester, MI 48309-4482
248.370.2424
oucares@oakland.edu
https://www.oakland.edu/oucares/




On My Own of Michigan makes independent living possible for people with developmental disabilities.


1250 Kirts Boulevard, Suite 300
Troy, MI
248.649-3739
https://onmyownofmi.org/



 

 


EDC is the owner and exclusive publisher of Kane Miller Books; Learning Wrap-Ups, maker of educational manipulatives; and SmartLab Toys, maker of STEAM-based toys and games. EDC is also the exclusive United States MLM distributor of Usborne Publishing Limited children’s books.


Theresa Stothers
Independent StoryMaker
Just Right Books
248.225.9812

www.JustRightBooks.us



Encouraging and supporting young adults with disabilities to unlock their full potential through respect, dignity, and community integration. With the overall achievement of being able to make their own life choices and enhance the quality of their daily lives.


Nicole Lambert - 586.489.4337
nicolelambert@truelifeacademyinc.org

Jennifer Trevorrow - 586.405.1468
jennifertrevorrow@truelifeacademyinc.org

https://truelifeacademyinc.org/




Non-profit that fosters inclusive communities, cultivating opportunities for people with disabilities to grow, learn, achieve, and experience everything life offers.


3250 28th Street SE
Suite 102
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
616.248.3775
info@rflnetwork.org
https://rflnetwork.org/ready-for-life-academy/



 

 


To be a place for intellectually and developmentally disabled adults to belong, and develop the necessary skills to participate at their full potential within the community.


Marsha Salome, Rising Stars Academy
23855 Lawrence Avenue
Center Line, MI 48015
586.806.6455
msalome@rsaonline.org
https://www.rising-stars-academy.org/



Services To Enhance Potential (STEP) is a non-profit organization which provides support and services to nearly 1,300 persons with disabilities and other mental health needs in Macomb and Wayne Counties.
https://stepcentral.org/

info@stepcentral.org
Phone: 734-718-0483
Toll Free: (833)-525-1489


 


ABA, Speech, Recreational, and Occupational Therapies

ABA Therapy for Autism

Kyle Steiner, CEO

Carly Steiner, Clinical Director

16824 Kercheval, Suite 206

Grosse Pointe, MI 48230

313.580.9716
kyle.steiner@carlylecenter.com
www.carlylecenter.com


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Programs for Children with Special Needs

Kristy Schena, Founder & Executive Director

23500 Pare Street, Suite 10

St. Clair Shores, MI 48080

313.332.1026

kristyschena@kidsonthegocampcom

https://www.kidsonthegocamp.com/

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Autism Therapy - ABA, Speech, Occupational Therapy

Brian Kaminski, Board Certified Behavior Analyst
Sean Fossee, CEO
Nicholle Mehr, COO

26210 Harper Avenue

St. Clair Shores, MI 48081

888.485.8636
concierge@lumenkids.com
www.lumenkids.com

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Autism Services - ABA Therapy

Lesly Michel

800.789.3062

info@patternsbehavior.com

www.patternsbehavior.com

 

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Speech and Language Pathology

Amy McIntyre, M.A., CCC-SLP

Michelle Harr, M.A., CCC-SLP

248.890.4584

amymcintyre@sparcgp.com
www.sparcgp.com


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Speech Language Pathology Services

Sara Martin, M.A., CCC-SLP

17011 Kercheval Avenue

Grosse Pointe, MI 48230

313.815.7916
sara@speechwithsara.com
www.speechwithsara.com

 

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Recreational Therapy 

Mary Nagy, CTRS

586.722.7524 (phone)

586.275.2196 (fax)

38257 Mound Road, Building D, Suite 200

Sterling Heights, MI 48310

marynagy@therapeuticconceptsllc-mi.com

therapeuticconceptsllc.com

 

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CVLL Challenger Baseball is not just about baseball….it’s a community of parents, players, family, friends, and volunteers supporting our special needs children and adults. 

Marilyn Wittstock

mwitt26@msn.com

www.cvllchallenger.com

 

Year-round camp for children and adults with disabilities. 

Lynn M. Seeloff, CTRS
MCHS Family of Services
Camp Director at The Fowler Center for Outdoor Learning
2315 Harmon Lake Rd.
Mayville, MI 48744
P: 989-673-2050 Ext. 112
F: 989-673-6355
lseeloff@mchsmi.org

www.thefowlercenter.org




Mental Health Resources


Outpatient Mental Health

Dr. Maria Jones
Psychologist/Owner
23411 Jefferson Avenue, Suite 100
St. Clair Shores, MI 48080
586.299.1123

hello@bluetreebh.com  
www.bluetreebh.com  

Learn More


Mental Health, Child, Youth & Family Services

2900 Conner

Detroit, MI 48215

800.615.0411
info@cnshealthcare.org
cnshealthcare.org

Learn More



Community Mental Health Agency
24 Hour Helpline 1-800-241-4949
www.dwihn.org

Learn More


Legal & Financial Resources


Suzanne Antonelli, CFP, Wealth Planner

16824 Kercheval, Ste 202
Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
313.290.2602
santonelli@antonelliadvisors.com
antonelliadvisors.com

Learn More


Mark Sislo
801 W. Ann Arbor Trail, Ste 229
Plymouth, MI 48170
734.451.6405
mark.sislo@edwardjones.com
https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/mark-sislo


Aiello Law Group

Legal Services

Mark A. Aiello, Managing Partner

3000 Town Center, Suite 1820
Southfield, MI 48075
313.964.4900 (w)
313.473.7848 (c)
maa@aiellolawgroup.com
www.aiellolawgroup.com

 

Learn More



Connie Marie Falmer

Real Estate Agent & Advisor
586.944.7007
falmerhomes@gmail.com
www.falmerhomes.com

•REALTOR® • Military Relocation Professional • At Home With Diversity Certification • Senior Real Estate Specialist 



Lakeshore Legal Aid is a not-for-profit law firm providing a range of free civil legal services to people who are low income, seniors, survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in our communities.
888.783.8190
https://lakeshorelegalaid.org/ 


Pam Jar

Lifetime Financial Growth of Michigan
www.lifetimefinancialgrowth.com
586.703.0922
Pamela.jar@lfgco.com


The Family Center provides information about individuals and businesses on this website solely as a resource and does not endorse or recommend the individuals or businesses listed on this website. Each provider is solely responsible for the content of the information about their business and services on this website. The Family Center provides this information "as is" without any warranties of any kind and disclaims any liability for damages of any kind resulting from the use of any provider's services or reliance upon any information on this website.