Support starts with knowing where to look
Whether you're a self-advocate, a parent, a sibling, or a caregiver, these trusted organizations can help you understand services, know your rights, and connect with people who've been there.
Three first steps
Find your state's services
Each state runs its own I/DD system and Medicaid waivers. Your state agency or local authority is the front door.
Know your rights
Every state has a free Protection & Advocacy agency that helps when services are denied or rights aren't respected.
Connect with others
Parent centers, self-advocacy groups, and local chapters connect you with people who understand.
State resources
We're starting with the states we work in most and will add more over time.
NC DHHS: Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities & Substance Use Services
The state division that oversees I/DD services and supports.
Your regionFind your LME/MCO
Regional organizations that manage I/DD services and the NC Innovations Waiver.
RightsDisability Rights North Carolina
Free legal advocacy for North Carolinians with disabilities.
CouncilNC Council on Developmental Disabilities
Works to expand opportunities and improve services for people with I/DD.
FamiliesECAC (Exceptional Children's Assistance Center)
North Carolina's parent center for families of children with disabilities.
AdvocacyThe Arc of North Carolina
Advocacy and services for people with I/DD across the state.
DBHDD: Developmental Disabilities
Georgia's agency for I/DD services, including the NOW and COMP waivers.
RightsGeorgia Advocacy Office
Georgia's Protection & Advocacy agency for people with disabilities.
CouncilGeorgia Council on Developmental Disabilities
Advocacy and systems change for Georgians with developmental disabilities.
FamiliesParent to Parent of Georgia
Support, training, and information for families of children with disabilities.
AdvocacyThe Arc Georgia (chapter info)
Find The Arc's Georgia chapter and local programs.
MDHHS: Habilitation Supports Waiver
Michigan's main waiver for people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
RightsDisability Rights Michigan
Michigan's Protection & Advocacy agency.
CouncilMichigan Developmental Disabilities Council
Advocacy and support for people who have a developmental disability.
FamiliesMichigan Alliance for Families
Michigan's parent training and information center.
AdvocacyThe Arc Michigan
Statewide advocacy for people with I/DD and their families.
Texas HHS: Local IDD Authorities (LIDDAs)
Your LIDDA is the front door to IDD services and waiver enrollment in Texas.
RightsDisability Rights Texas
Texas's Protection & Advocacy agency.
CouncilTexas Council for Developmental Disabilities
Advocacy and projects that improve life for Texans with developmental disabilities.
FamiliesPartners Resource Network
Runs Texas's parent training and information projects for families.
AdvocacyThe Arc of Texas
Statewide advocacy for Texans with I/DD.
WDH: Home & Community-Based Services (participants)
Information for people using Wyoming's DD waivers and their families.
RightsWyoming Protection & Advocacy System
Wyoming's Protection & Advocacy agency.
CouncilWyoming Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities
Advocacy and resources for people with developmental disabilities in Wyoming.
FamiliesParents Helping Parents of Wyoming
Wyoming's parent training and information center.
UniversityWyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND)
Wyoming's university center for excellence in developmental disabilities.
National organizations
These serve people in every state.
The Arc of the United States
Advocacy, guides, and a locator for local chapters serving people with I/DD and their families.
Self-advocacyAutistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
Autistic-led organization with resources and policy work by and for autistic people.
SupportAutism Society of America
A helpline, local affiliates, and resources for autistic people and families.
Self-advocacySelf Advocates Becoming Empowered (SABE)
National self-advocacy organization run by people with developmental disabilities.
RightsFind your Protection & Advocacy agency
Every state has a free legal advocacy agency for people with disabilities. Find yours here.
Your stateFind your DD Council
State councils that fund projects and push for better services for people with developmental disabilities.
FamiliesFind your Parent Center
Free help for families navigating special education and services for children with disabilities.
FamiliesFamily Voices
Family-led support in every state for children and youth with special health care needs.
Mental healthNADD
Resources on mental health for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
BenefitsSupplemental Security Income (SSI)
Monthly payments for people with disabilities who have limited income and resources.
SavingsABLE National Resource Center
How ABLE accounts let people with disabilities save money without losing benefits.
ServicesWhat are HCBS waivers?
A plain-language explanation of Medicaid home and community-based services.
WorkJob Accommodation Network (JAN)
Free, confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and your rights at work.
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