Arc of Colorado
777 Grant Street, Suite 303
Denver, Colorado 80203
Tel: 303-864-9334
Toll Free: 800-333-7690
Fax: 303-864-9330
www.thearcofco.org

• The Arc of Colorado advocates with others to create the conditions under which all people with developmental disabilities experience opportunities to develop competency and to make choices, to have good relationships with family members and friends, to have respect and dignity, and to be full participants in all community living.

• Link to local ARC's by county http://www.thearcofco.org/localarcs.html

Autism Society of Colorado
701 South Logan
Suite 103
Denver, CO 80209
Fax/Phone: (720) 214-0794
www.autismcolorado.org/asacc.htm or Grown-Ups (Colorado)
www.connectforkids.org

• Connect for Kids, an award-winning multimedia project, helps adults make their communities better places for families and children.

• The Web site offers a place on the Internet for adults parents, grandparents, educators, policymakers and others who want to become more active citizens, from volunteering to voting with kids in mind.

Autism Society of Boulder County
Theresa K. Wrangham, President
Susan M. Thomas, Vice President
(720)272-8231
Louisville, Colorado
email: asbc@mho.com
www.orgsites.com/co/asbc

Bayaud Industries
Contact Information:
Phone: 303-830-6885
Fax: 303-830-6653
www.bayaudindustries.org

• "Create Hope, Opportunity and Choice by providing employment services to individuals with mental, emotional, physical, and economic challenges."

• Bayaud Industries is a community-based organization providing vocational rehabilitation and employment services to individuals with mental, emotional, physical, and economic challenges.

Colorado Behavioral Health Services (CBHC)
1410 Grant Street , Ste. C-106
Denver, Colorado 80203
Phone 303.832.7594
Fax 303.830.7132
www.cbhc.org

• To promote the development and growth of relevant, high quality, comprehensive mental health services at the community level.

• Represents 17 statewide community mental health centers, the eight mental health managed care entities (known as "MHASAs"), two mental health clinics, and the two state institutes.

Colorado Developmental Disabilities Council
DD Planning Council
3401 Quebec St., Suite 6009
Denver, CO 80207
(720) 941-0176 
email:  cddpc.email@state.co.us
www.coddc.org

• The mission of the CDDC is to advocate in collaboration with and on behalf of people with developmental disabilities for the establishment and implementation of public policy which will further their independence, productivity and integration.

Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition
655 Broadway, Suite 775
Denver, Colorado 80203
303-839-1775 voice
303-839-0015 -TTY  ~ ~ 303 839-1782 fax
email: CCDC1997@aol.com
www.ccdconline.org

• Ensuring full participation of all people with all types of disabilities by any means necessary.

• The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition is the statewide organization run by and for people with disabilities, advocating for systems change.

CP of Colorado
2200 S. Jasmine St.
Denver, CO 80230
Phone: 303-691-9339
FAX: 303-691-0846
Information and Referral: 800-881-8272
www.cpco.org

• "Uniting with Communities and People to Build Opportunities"

• Programs include:

  • Creative Options, our gateway program for early education services;

  • Employment Works, an assertive program to help youth and adults, who otherwise would be isolated, experience the opportunity to work and achieve independence.

  • Statewide Services Department. Through their grassroots efforts, thousands of parents of children with disabilities unite to create systems change, share resources and provide lifetime support and connections with each other. 

Colorado Governor's Advisory Council for Persons with Disabilities
PO Box 172 
Denver, CO  80201-0172
http://home.netcom.com/~cliffmau/ability.html

• To act as a catalyst to improve the quality of life of Coloradans with disabilities through their empowerment and to impact and promote policy and legislation to ensure true integration.

Colorado Coalition
2111 Champa St.
Denver, CO  80205
303-293-2217
www.coloradocoalition.org

• Mission:  To work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for homeless and at-risk families, children and individuals throughout Colorado. CCH advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well being and stability of those it serves.

CORRA Colorado Office Of Resources and Referral Agencies
7853 E Arapahoe Court, Suite 3300
Englewood, CO 80112
Phone: 303-290-9088
FAX: 303-290-8005
www.corra.org

• CORRA is the Colorado Office of Resource and Referral Agencies, Inc., a private non-profit organization.

• CORRA coordinates a statewide system of organizations dedicated to enhancing the quality and availability of child care in Colorado.

Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition
655 Broadway, Suite 775
Denver, Colorado 80203
303-839-1775 voice
303-839-0015 -TTY
303 839-1782 fax
www.colorado2.com/ccdc

• The Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition is the statewide organization run by and for people with disabilities. Members consist of people with  disabilities and their temporarily non-disabled allies, working together to support disability rights. Cross-disability means that we feel we have the  most power if all disability groups work together for our common good.

• We are a volunteer organization and have very few paid staff. We act on the knowledge that ALL people with disabilities have valuable contributions to make to their communities and that when supports are adequate and civil rights laws are followed, such contributions will occur.

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) of Colorado Springs St. Francis Health Center
825 E. Pikes Peak Ave., Suite 301
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone & Fax: 719-477-1515
email: dbsa.cs@pcisysnet
Web site: www.DBSAColoradoSprings.org

• DBSA Colorado Springs is an independent affiliate of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (www.DBSAlliance.org), the leading patient-directed national organization focussing on the most prevalent mental illnesses.

• Its mission is "to improve the lives of people living with mood disorders", which it works to accomplish by providing free self-help support groups for people with depressive illnesses and their families, and through sponsoring educational programs designed to raise awareness in the larger community.

• DBSA Colorado Springs' offices, consumer resource center, and lending library are located at St. Francis Health Center in Colorado Springs.

• For a list of their current support groups go to www.empowercolorado.com/cs.htm

Denver Voice
P.O. Box 300444
Denver Co. 80203
Phone 303-355-4896 #307
Fax 303-394-4486
email denvervoice@denvervoice.org
www.denvervoice.org

• The Denver Homeless Voice is a non-profit organization comprised of members of the community who are homeless, formerly homeless and disenfranchised.

• We challenge society’s myths about homelessness, and stereotypes about people who are homeless.

• We inspire activism which furthers the attainment of social and economic justice.

Eating Disorder Center of Denver  
950 S Cherry St.
Ste. 300
Denver, CO 80246
(303) 771-0861
(866) 771-0861 Toll Free
info@edcdenver.com 

• "Eating Disorder Center of Denver is committed to empowering individuals suffering with anorexia, bulimia, and related disorders to make healthy long lasting change and experience the success of recovery."

• "In this perfection driven society, Eating Disorder Center of Denver is sensitive to the cultural needs of women and is dedicated to empowering change. A strong team of physicians, clinicians, nurses, experiential arts therapists, family therapists, and Dieticians work together to match each patient’s motivation and change style to the appropriate treatment modality."

Easter Seals Colorado
5755 W. Alameda Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80226
Voice: (303) 233-1666
FAX: (303) 233-1028
email: cessinfo@cess.org
www.eastersealsco.org

• The mission of Easter Seals Colorado is to partner with people with disabilities and their families to create solutions to help change and improve their lives so they can live with equality, dignity and independence.

• Easter Seals has a variety of services/projects including employment services, camps and much more.

Families First Colorado (The Family Preservation Center)
P.O. Box 22419
Denver, Colorado 80222-0419
Office 303-745-0327
Fax - 303-745-0115
Family Support Line: 303-695-7996
Toll-Free within Colorado: 877-695-7996
www.familiesfirstcolorado.org

• Families First envisions a community that welcomes the responsibility to nurture children and strengthen families.

• Our Mission is to provide services which strengthen families and protect children from the cycle of child abuse and neglect.

• Our Family of Services includes; Family Support Line, Parent Support Groups, Parent Education Classes and, Residential Treatment.

National Chapter
Families USA
1334 G Street, NW
Washington DC 20005
(202) 628-3030
Fax: (202) 347-2417
info@familiesusa.org
www.familiesusa.org

• Families USA is a national nonprofit, non-partisan organization dedicated to the achievement of high-quality, affordable health and long-term care for all Americans. Working at the national, state and community levels, we have earned a national reputation as an effective voice for health care consumers for over 15 years.

Fire Mountain
Boulder, Colorado
720-231-9389
aaronhuey@earthlink.net

• Fire Mountain is a company that is dedicated to communities and individuals that are discovering their power. Fire Mountain believes that choice is power.  We have choices in every situation regardless of who or where we are.

• Our programs are designed with the individual’s personal growth in mind. Our teachers and counselors are handpicked for their graceful living and teaching skills. We want all students to feel empowered, be educated and have fun.

• We are honored to work with any and all students regardless of their challenges and conditions. We will find a way to their space and meet their needs.

• Fire Mountain is owned and operated by Aaron Huey.

Martial Arts
Its not about being better, it’s about giving up the struggle to be different from who you are. No belts, no tests, just training with the individual in mind. Internal martial arts like, chi-kung, chi-sao, and tai chi. Traditional systems like, animal style kung-fu and tae-kwon-do, and practical techniques like San-soo and Contemporary Combat Systems All infused with philosophy told through story telling, the children will gain a greater respect for themselves, their families and experience their inner warrior as a problem solver. Little Dragons class is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:45-5:45. $7.00.

OWLS
Outdoor Wisdom and Living Skills. Basic outdoor survival techniques for the child. This class take children back outside and gives them the hands on experiences of shelter, warmth, water and food procurement. This class is taught through storytelling and experiential learning of the crafts and skills that kept our predecessors alive. With a focus on a deep respect for mother nature, they build, find, try again, laugh and learn. Call for class times. Cost varies on session length. Overnight summer camps available.

Warriors Club
Is there a young warrior in your life? This is a historical journey through different cultures that had a predominant warrior class. Crafts and games, guest speakers and activities, projects and once and lifetime experiences! (Where else will you child be able to fire a real live catapault?) Aztec dancers, Viking Rune bags, learning to play the Dijeriedoo, shields, pirates, and so much more. This is an educational camp that focuses on the lives and history of the cultures and we map it out in a workbook created to help retain the experience. Hear stories of the REAL King Arthur, make and throw a boomerang’s this camp is incredible and will validate this warrior energy.  Just wait till you learn about our OVERNIGHT camp! Please call for class times and prices.

Home school Groups- All of our classes are mobile depending on space and other resources. If you would like to create a group outside of boulder, call us! We’d be happy to help make it happen. 720-231-9389.

Federation of Families Colorado
901 W. 14th Avenue, Suite 1
Denver, CO 80204
Phone: 303.572.0302
Fax: 303.572.0304
www.coloradofederation.org

• The mission of the Federation is to promote mental health for all children, youth and families.

• Our vision is that communities will accept all young people and create opportunities for them to thrive.

Juvenile Assessment Center
18th Judicial District
7375 S. Potomac St.
Centennial, CO 80112
720-874-3381
email:  juvenileassessment@co.arapahoe.co.us
Website:  www.jac18.org

• JAC serves youth ages 10-17 in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln counties, referrals can come in the form of:  Self-referrals, School or court, youth who have concerning behavior at home, truant/suspended/expelled students or not showing commitment to school, parent/child conflict, mental health issue, suicide, drug/alcohol abuse, runaways, Youth ineligible for Foote Detention Center, "No more summons" youth, Youth with multiple municipal violations, Youth identified by law enforcement as having concerning/at-risk behavior

• The Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC) is a multi-agency, grant-funded program. Agencies involved with this collaborative effort include the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office, Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network, Aurora Mental Health, Division of Youth Corrections, Arapahoe and Douglas County Department of Human Services, various school districts, and Senate Bill 94.  There is no fee for this service.

• Go the their website or call for details.

March of Dimes
Colorado Chapter
Address: 1325 S Colorado Blvd., #B-508
Denver, CO, 80222
Phone: (303) 692-0011
Fax: (303) 692-9229
email: CO611@marchofdimes.com
Website: http://www.marchofdimes.com/colorado

• The March of Dimes is a not-for-profit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Internal Revenue Code section 501(c)(3). Our mission is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects and infant mortality

• The Mental Health Association of Colorado is a non-profit association providing leadership to address the full range of mental health issues in Colorado.

• MHAC responds to the public’s demand for current, accurate information about mental health issues. It also develops public policy on key issues.

Mental Health Corporation of Denver
4141 E. Dickenson Place
Denver, CO 80230
Phone 303-377-4300
FAX 303-757-5245
TTY 303-322-6190
www.mhcd.com

• As a leader in the mental health industry MHCD provides a comprehensive, community based system of health care for residents of the city and county of Denver.

• A diverse array of services are provided to individuals with psychiatric emergencies; major mental illness such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and major depression; and children of families at risk.

Mental Health Ombuds Program of Colorado
190 E. Ninth Avenue, Suite 320
Denver, CO   80203
Phone Number:  (877) 317-9900
Secondary Phone Number:  (303) 813-1173 
Fax: (303) 860-8091

• The Mental Health Ombuds Program of Colorado is an independent program that provides advocacy, assistance and education for consumers and families enrolled in the Mental Health Capitation and Managed Care Program. Provides technical assistance to mental health consumers and family members. Helps consumers navigate the mental health system. Provides information about eligibility for Medicaid; referrals to other organizations if necessary.

NAMI Colorado
1100 Fillmore Street Ste. 201
Denver, CO 80206 -3334
303/321-3104
888/566-6264
303/321-0912 (fax)

• NAMI is a nonprofit, grassroots, self-help, support and advocacy organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic and other severe anxiety disorders, autism and pervasive developmental disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses that affect the brain.

• NAMI Colorado has several local affiliates in your area so call the state office and find your closest chapter for help.

National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
National:
Colonial Place Three
2107 Wilson Blvd., Suite 300
Arlington, VA 22201-3042
703/524-7600
703/524-9094 (fax)
703/516-7227 (tdd)
Member Services: (888) 999-NAMI
http://ww.nami.org

Open Circle Family Therapy
Sheila Addison, MA, LMFT
1574 York St. #2
Denver CO 80206
(720) 352-0621
saddison@opencircletherapy.com
http://www.opencircletherapy.com

• Individual, couple, and family therapy provided in a supportive, compassionate, and culturally-competent environment. Specializing in adolescents, couples in conflict, depression, communication problems, sexual issues, and GLBT clients.

Parent to Parent of Colorado
c/o CP of Colorado
2200 S. Jasmine St.
Denver, CO 80230
1-877-472-7201 (toll-free)
1-877-200-4283 (en Español)
email us:  mail@p2p-co.org
www.p2p-co.org

• Connecting families of children and adults with disabilities or special health care needs in communities across Colorado.

• P2P hosts a listserv of over 450 individuals from across our state.  We communicate with each other daily on diverse topics. 

Colorado Springs Office
611 North Weber, Suite 200
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: 719-531-9400
Fax: 719-531-9452
email: info@peakparent.org

• PEAK Parent Center is Colorado's Parent Training and Information Center.

• PEAK is a statewide organization of parents of children with disabilities reaching out to assist other parents and professionals.

• PEAK Parent Center's commitment is that children, youth, and adults with disabilities lead rich, active lives and participate as full members of their schools and communities.

• Also for a very detailed calendar on all sorts of disabilities please go to the Peak Parent Website at http://www.peakparent.org/calendar.asp and search by dates, disability category or month.

REACH, INC.:  RECOVERY EDUCATION ADVENTURE CHALLENGE HEALTH
1777 S. Bellaire St., Suite 420
Denver, CO 80230
www.reachcolorado.org
email: reachcolorado@msn.com
Phone: 303-691-8805
Fax: 303-691-8705

REACH, Inc. was created to provide empowering, adventure activities to adults, youth and families. REACH, Inc. specializes in Challenge Course, Equine and Wilderness Programming. Each program is specifically designed to meet the unique needs of the participant. Participants are given an opportunity to face challenges, overcome obstacles, engage in self-discovery and connect deeper in relationships.  

SERVICES OFFERED:

• CHALLENGE COURSE FACILITATION

• EQUINE-ASSISTED ACTIVITIES

• THERAPEUTIC WILDERNESS TRIPS

• INDIVIDUAL THERAPY

• FAMILY THERAPY

• GROUP THERAPY

• SUBSTANCE ABUSE MONITORING

• COMMUNITY SERVICE COORDINATION

• LEGAL & EDUCATIONAL ADVOCACY

• PSYCHIATRIC REFERRAL

WHY ADVENTURE?
Adventure-based activities are effective in increasing self-esteem and self-efficacy, improving decision-making and problem solving skills, fostering healthy relationships and supporting positive change and growth while assisting individuals to reach their potential.

CHALLENGE COURSE
A Challenge Course is a set of "low" and "high" rope elements which create an environment necessitating safe and controlled risk-taking to overcome obstacles and challenges. These obstacles and challenges provide an opportunity to learn from both failure and success, while learning resilience and developing confidence. Individuals are placed outside their "comfort zone" resulting in new ways of thinking, perceiving, and behaving.

WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE
The wilderness provides an opportunity for self-exploration allowing an individual to discover their "primitive self", how they are in relationship with others, connection with a "deeper power", and finding meaning and purpose in life.

EQUINE-ASSISTED ACTIVITIES
Working with horses provides a powerful, hands-on experience illuminating an individuals's process. Horses are incredible creatures which can "mirror" human emotion and behavior allowing an individual to reflect on current patterns of being. This self-reflection is a catalyst for growth and change.

Derek Schmidt, MA, LPC, is the founder and director of REACH, Inc. Derek is active in the Colorado community working with adults, youth, and families from a variety of settings including schools, treatment centers, sports teams, and businesses. Derek has over ten years experience, as a therapist and facilitator, assisting individuals in self-exploration, healing, improving relationships, recovery, and reaching their potential.

Roundup Fellowship
2250 South Oneida St. Suite #201
Denver, CO 80024
Phone: (303) 757-8008
Fax: (303) 757-8074
www.rup.org/main.htm

• Roundup Fellowship serves people with developmental disabilities--recognizing their dignity, affirming their ability to contribute, and helping them become as productive and self-reliant as possible.

• Our array of services include: homes for children, supported-living apartments, a vocational program, and in home support for families.

• Roundup functions as an interdependent network of people giving and receiving from one another, and in the process, building long term relationships through commitment.

Servicios De La Raza
4055 Tejon Street
Denver, Colorado 80211
Phone: (303) 458-5851
Fax: (303) 455-1332
email: serviciosdelaraza@lycos.com
http://serviciosdelaraza.tripod.com/

• Vision Statement: To provide and advocate comprehensive culturally relevant human services primarily, but not limited to, the Spanish speaking population.

Trailhead Wilderness School
Address: Box 797
Georgetown, CO 80444
Phone: 303 569-0767
Fax: 303 569-0120
dventimiglia@msn.com
www.trailheadwildernessschool.com

• Trailhead Wilderness School is a wilderness program that provides educational and therapeutic opportunities for youths ages of 6 and 18. Our programs fall into three main categories:

• Residential Treatment: For parents looking for a therapeutic intervention for their struggling or delinquent teen.

• Family trips: For families looking for a unique way to spend quality time or a therapeutic intervention.

• Group trips: For organizations looking for a unique challenge, educational adventure or team building adventure.

About our Kids
New York University Child Study Center
577 First Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 263-6622
www.aboutourkids.org

• The center offers expert psychiatric and psychological services for children and families, with emphasis on early diagnosis and intervention.

American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
3615 Wisconsin Ave., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20016-3007
voice: 202-966-7300
fax: 202-966-2891
www.aacap.org

• This site is designed to serve both AACAP Members, and Parents and Families. Information is provided as a public service to aid in the understanding and treatment of the developmental, behavioral, and mental disorders which affect an estimated 7 to 12 million children and adolescents  at any given time in the United States.

• You will find information on child and adolescent psychiatry, fact sheets for parents and caregivers, AACAP membership, current research, practice guidelines, managed care information, awards and fellowship descriptions, meeting information, and much more.

Colorado Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Society Chapter
www.aacap.org/regional/co.htm

Autism Society of America
www.autism-society.org

Casey Foundation (Annie E. Casey)
701 St. Paul St. Baltimore, MD 21202
ph: 410-547-6600 fax: 410-547-6624

• Mission:  Annie E. Casey Foundation (AECF) has worked to build better futures for disadvantaged children and their families in the United States. The primary mission of the Foundation is to foster public policies, human service reforms, and community supports that more effectively meet the needs of today's vulnerable children and families.

McMurray A.R.T.S. Center and Autism Arts
AUTISM ARTS
P.O. Box 423
Eastpointe, Michigan
48021-0423
PHONE: 1+586.777.7533
FAX : 1+586.777.7856
www.autismarts.com

• Our Mission at the McMurray A.R.T.S. Center and Autism Arts is to offer an open window of opportunities for our children, one in which their light can shine through to a broader community. When those who hear "different drummers" are valued and given opportunities, we believe society will begin to appreciate their individual uniqueness.

• All projects for the McMurray A.R.T.S. Center and Autism Arts are supported 100% by parent volunteers and professional lead initiatives aimed toward advocacy and awareness for individuals and their families within the autistic spectrum

• "Autism Arts" is a collection of artwork from our loved ones within the autistic spectrum. Our objective is to collect the largest portfolio of  artwork from around the world! All the artwork displayed throughout the site was created by children and adults on the autistic spectrum

The Bipolar Child
www.bipolarchild.com

• The Bipolar Child: The Definitive and Reassuring Guide to Childhood's Most Misunderstood Disorder.

• This website contains a plethera of information on how to treat Bipolar and those it affects.

Bipolar Kids Homepage
www.geocities.com/EnchantedForest/1068/

• This website has been developed to educate and support parents, guardians, doctors, teachers, and those who live with childhood bipolar in their lives. 

CABF, Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation
1187 Wilmette Ave.
P.M.B. #331
Wilmette, IL 60091
Phone: (847) 256-8525
Fax: (847) 920-9498
www.bpkids.org

• The Child and Adolescent Bipolar Foundation (CABF) is a parent-led, not-for-profit, web-based membership organization of families raising children diagnosed with, or at risk for, early-onset bipolar disorder.

• This web site, is a lifeline of support and education for families raising children with bipolar disorder. In our community, you will find plenty of folks who know what its like to "walk in your shoes" 

Childhood Anxiety Network and Selective Mutism
www.childhoodanxietynetwork.org
www.selectivemutism.org

• A professional and practical guide into the world of Childhood Anxiety and related Childhood disorders. Our Goal is to keep you up to date with the newest research and information about: OCD, Panic, Selective Mutism, Separation Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Social Anxiety, PTSD, Trichotillomania, Specific Phobia, and conditions that can occur with childhood anxiety - Depression, ADHD, DSI.

CIBRA
http://users.1st.net/cibra/

CIBRA is a fledgling organization in the first stages of development. Founded by families whose autistic children were severely traumatized in well known programs of discrete trial (ABA) and other various settings utilizing dangerous behavior modification techniques, we are an integral part of the fast growing civil rights movement in the autism community.

Dual Diagnosis Recovery Network
220 Venture Circle
Nashville, TN 37228
Local: 615-742-1000
Fax: 615-742-1009
Toll Free: 888-869-9230
www.dualdiagnosis.org

• It’s through advocacy and public awareness that we reduce the stigma that is associated with dual disorders. At the Dual Diagnosis Recovery Network,  we participate in advocating for better treatment standards for individuals  with dual disorders.

• We work with chemical dependency, mental health, consumer and family advocacy organizations to educate and publicize the need for more services that are appropriate for the dual diagnosed.

• Our mission is to enhance recovery opportunities for individuals and families in dual recovery.

The Explosive Child
Parents & Teachers of Explosive Kids
Beth Edelstein
4 Russett Lane
Andover, MA 01810
www.explosivekids.org

• The P.T.E.K. website is parent driven. Utilizing both professional literature and our personal experiences, this site has been designed to provide education and support for parents and professionals involved in the care of inflexible-explosive kids.

• Our site draws heavily upon the recent research and extensive clinical experience presented by Dr. Ross Greene, in his widely acclaimed book, The Explosive Child.

The Harvard Bipolar Research Program
50 Staniford St. Suite 580
Boston, MA 02114
617/726-6188
617/726-6768 fax
www.manicdepressive.org

• The Harvard Bipolar Research Program is committed to three aspects of psychiatry: Research, Clinical Care, and Teaching.

Internet Mental Health
www.mentalhealth.com

• Our goal is to improve understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of mental illness throughout the world.

• This website assists with information on medications and disorders, a self diagnosis program, assessment of quality of life and discussions plus much more.

Mental Health Net
CenterSite, LLC
570 Metro Place
Dublin, OH 43017
http://mentalhelp.net

• This website participates in the CenterSite Network of behavioral healthcare websites, and receives some content from Mental Help Net.

• Mental Help Net is the most comprehensive source of online mental health information, news and resources. Mental Help Net has also won numerous awards for design and content.

Mental Health InfoSource
www.mhsource.com

• This website promotes information on continuing mental health education.  -This website offers lectures, reading material, and multimedia educational tools.
   

The National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
P.O. Box 1492
Washington, DC 20013
1.800.695.0285 (Voice/TTY)
202.884.8200 (Voice/TTY)
202.884.8441 (Fax)
www.nichcy.org

• We are the center that provides information to the nation on: disabilities in children and youth; programs and services for infants, children, and  youth with disabilities; IDEA, the nation's special education law; No Child Left Behind, the nation's general education law; and research-based information on effective practices for children with disabilities.

Colorado Chapter
http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/co.htm

• NICHCY State Resources are listings of selected state-wide organizations that can refer people to organizations in their area. We update our state resources continuously; however, the addresses and telephone numbers of  these selected groups are constantly changing.

National Institute of Mental Health
6001 Executive Boulevard, Room 8184, MSC 9663
Bethesda, MD 20892-9663
301-443-4513 Phone
1-866-615-NIMH (6464) Toll Free
301-443-8431 TTY
301-443-4279 Fax
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/publicat/bipolarmenu.cfm

• This booklet answers many common questions about bipolar disorder.

• Current research-based information is provided for people with bipolar disorder,  their family members and friends, and the general public about the symptoms and diagnosis of bipolar disorder, possible causes, treatments, clinical  studies, and information resources.

• A tear-out bookmark features suggestions for reducing symptoms, avoiding relapse, and improving quality of life.

Pendulum Resources
www.pendulum.org

• Pendulum Resources is the web presence of the Pendulum email list, an on-line support group for Manic-Depressives.

• SAMHSA is the Federal agency charged with improving the quality and availability of prevention, treatment, and rehabilitative services in order  to reduce illness, death, disability, and cost to society resulting from substance abuse and mental illnesses.

Sensory Resources
2200 E. Patrick Lane, Suite 3A,
Las Vegas NV 89119
888.357.5867
Phone: 702.433.0404
Fax: 702.891.
www.sensoryresources.com

• This website offers resources for raising children with sensory motor, developmental, and social-emotional challenges.

The Child Advocate
www.childadvocate.net

• The Child Advocate and Child Mental Health are devoted to children and the parents and professionals that work with them and advocate for them. The Child Advocate Network is a national network. All resources and contributions go directly to supporting children, families and professionals  through the website and internet support. The professional staff is entirely volunteer and they receive no payment for their services.

• The Child Advocate is truly a not-for-profit enterprise to support children and their families.

Wrightslaw
www.wrightslaw.com

• This website helps individuals with advocacy, case law, statue, regulation, and special needs issues.

• Pete Wright is an attorney who represents children with special needs. Pete struggled with learning disabilities, including dyslexia, dysgraphia and ADHD. His determination to help children grew out of his own educational experiences.