https://allbrainsbelong.org

Our mission is to make life better for people with all types of brains. We do this through neurodiversity-affirming medical care, social connection, employment support, and neurodiversity education. We all have different brains. We think, learn, play, communicate, and experience the world differently. “One size fits all” does not work for all. Everything we do, we offer in multiple different ways. We believe this is an important part of helping people feel like they belong. Check out their free community programming for all ages.

https://thearc.org

The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation in the community throughout their lifetimes. Through the decades, The Arc has advocated for the passage of state and federal legislation on behalf of people with disabilities and established a broad network of state and local chapters that range from small voluntary groups to large, professional organizations.

https://www.autisminblack.org

Autism in Black is a neurodivergent-led organization uniquely dedicated to serving the Black autistic community. We go beyond general advocacy—our lived experience allows us to bridge the gap between awareness and action, providing culturally responsive education, empowerment, and support that reduces harm. When you work with us, you’re not just getting expertise—you’re partnering with an organization that deeply understands the unique challenges of Black autistic individuals and their families.

https://autismhopealliance.org/

Embodying hope for families facing the diagnosis of autism through education, financial support and volunteerism. Autism Hope Alliance is the first non-profit foundation for autism to emerge from the natural foods industry. They have a free virtual library full of lectures, interviews and educational events that have supported tens of thousands of families.

https://autisticadvocacy.org

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people. ASAN is a national grassroots disability rights organization for the autistic community. “We fight for disability rights. We work to make sure autistic people are included in policy-making, so that laws and policies meet our community’s needs. We work to support all forms of self-advocacy and to change the way people think about autism. Our members and supporters include autistic adults and youth, cross-disability advocates, and non-autistic family members, professionals, educators, and friends.”

https://www.cerebralpalsyguide.com

Cerebral Palsy Guide is an organization dedicated to providing support for those affected by cerebral palsy, birth injuries, or other developmental disabilities. Their mission is to create an easy-to-use, informative website that provides solutions for families. “It is our hope that Cerebral Palsy Guide can help parents of children with cerebral palsy find peace, healing, and happiness.”

https://dredf.org

Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF), founded in 1979, is a leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. Their vision and strategies: “A just world where all people, with and without disabilities, live full, joyful, pleasurable lives free of discrimination and oppression. We work with the core principles of equality of opportunity, disability accommodation, accessibility, and inclusion by employing training and education, legal advocacy, public policy and legislative development.” Learn more here.

Documenting Hope is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization providing root cause healing solutions for children’s chronic health and developmental conditions. Documenting Hope provides resources and support for parents and practitioners who are ready to move beyond the conventional symptom-suppressive approach to disease management.

https://hollyrod.org

Founded in 1999 by actress, Holly Robinson Peete and husband, former NFL player, Rodney Peete, the HollyRod Foundation is a recognized California based 501c3. The HollyRod Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness and providing resources to families that have a loved one who has received an autism or Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis. We advocate for ethical treatment, inclusion and access to services and treatment of individuals living with autism or Parkinson’s Disease with the goal of empowering them to live their best lives.

https://www.pacer.org

When your parenting journey is different, connecting to organizations for support is imperative. PACER is a comprehensive “parent training and information center.” Based in Minneapolis, but serving the nation, PACER helps parents easily find resources to help “make decisions about education, vocational training, employment and other services for their children with disabilities.” Other programs include resources for grandparents, information about bullying and housing, as well as software and adaptive devices and training to help kids with disabilities better communicate.

https://www.ppmd.org

Serving as Maryland’s Parent Training and Information Center and Family-to-Family Health Information Center, Parents’ Place supports thousands of Maryland families each year. Parents’ Place, staffed primarily by parents who have faced these challenges, believes that experienced parents are a key source of knowledge and support to help other families become effective voices for their own children.

https://www.p2pusa.org/

Parent to Parent USA will support a network of viable, sustainable, fully-functioning and effective Parent to Parent programs in all 50 states through hands-on support, training and technical assistance, and high quality tools and resources. Our network’s parent leadership and engaged membership will serve as strong advocates, provide robust mentoring opportunities, and develop the working partnerships with funders, service providers, and others needed to sustain and grow the program nationwide.

https://www.riseartscenter.org

Provides multidisciplinary arts education to a diverse range of youth while placing a special focus on underserved communities and youth and young adults with autism and/or other intellectual disabilities in Baltimore City.
R.I.S.E. Arts Center of Baltimore aims to strengthen creative skillsets by utilizing art exhibitions, musical theater, art therapy, creative writing, and entrepreneurship education. Read more about their goals, leadership, and impact here.

https://tacanow.org/who-we-are/

Provides education, support and empowerment to families and individuals affected by autism to enrich their lives. They have an amazing and highly informative Facebook group where families can find additional support.

https://www.penn-mar.org

Penn-Mar supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living courageous lives, whether that’s securing a job, being an active member of their community, building independence, or developing new relationships. We do this by supporting people on their own unique personal journeys. Penn-Mar provides an array of customizable services and supports to the Maryland and Pennsylvania regions. goes here

https://pdanorthamerica.org

PDA North America’s mission is to provide advocacy, education, and resources to autistic PDA individuals, others who identify as PDA and their families along with the professionals who support them. Their Vision: “We want to spread awareness of PDA to parents, individuals, educators and therapists throughout the US and Canada. We want to create resources for families to have a place to turn for support and guidance, we want professionals to be able to receive training and information in order to effectively work with. And we want PDAers to know that they are understood and supported.”

https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/

Autism Parenting Magazine is an award winning publication aimed at improving the quality of life for families effected by autism. We believe in the potential of every child with autism and the magazine has become an essential resource for parents around the world.

Established in 2012, our focus remains on objectively publishing autism-related topics, events, developments, treatments and news stories. We also cover a variety of inspiring real-life success stories to help parents make informed decisions and keep them updated on the latest therapeutic and treatment options.

https://www.additudemag.com/

Since 1998, tens of millions of readers have trusted ADDitude to deliver expert advice and caring support, making us the leading media network for parents and adults living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). ADDitude is not only the world’s most trusted source of strategies and information about ADHD and related condition such as learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, and oppositional defiant disorder, we are also the voice and advocate of the ADHD community.

http://www.eparent.com/

An online multi-media company dedicated to be the ultimate resource for everything related to the special needs community. Providing practical advice, emotional support, current trending news and educational information to empower caregivers and families of children and adults with disabilities and special healthcare needs. As well as to the physicians, allied health care professionals, and educational professionals who are involved in their care and development.

https://www.payerlawgroup.com/guide-to-driving-with-autism/

Being able to drive can bring a strong sense of independence and freedom, and that is true for many individuals with autism as well. However, being on the spectrum can bring additional challenges, making safe driving essential. The purpose of Guide to Driving with Autism (by Payer Law) is to provide information on how individuals with autism can approach learning to drive, safety tips, and the barriers they may face. Learn more here.

The Journal for Moms

Living with a chronic illness or health challenge can make it difficult to plan what's going to happen tomorrow, let alone next year. Let go of that Mom-guilt, and all those “shoulds.” Embrace who you are, right now, just as you are. You are the Mom you were meant to be. The one your child is supposed to have, the mom they love. Don't wait for the "perfect" time to start, do it today! This journal is dated (without years,) so you can start any day & keep going for 5 years!

https://www.mindfulnessprograms.com/mindfulness-audio-video-books/mindfulness-books/mbsr-workbook

This resource shares how mindfulness - “awareness that arises through paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally” (as defined by Jon Kabat Zinn, founder of MBSR) can support living with chronic illness, anxiety and depression. Specific chapters which may be supportive for Moms living with chronic illness - Chapter 4, 5, and 7.

https://www.mychildwillthrive.com/

My Child Will Thrive was founded with the hope of saving parents from “shiny object syndrome” — chasing shiny new (sometimes unnecessary) therapies and treatments — and falling down the rabbit hole of research.

My Child Will Thrive is here to support parents who desperately want to recover their child from neurodevelopmental disorders — diagnosed or suspected — such as autism, sensory processing disorder, pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS), dyslexia, dyspraxia, learning disability, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), etc.

Take the Guilt Out of Parenting with Chronic Illness (from a Single Mom with Rheumatoid Arthritis) by Eileen Davidson

“But what happens when you are a parent and also dealing with a chronic illness? (Especially an illness like rheumatoid arthritis, whose hallmark symptoms of pain and fatigue don’t really pair well with raising a young energetic son all by myself.). After many tears, frustration, and trial and error, I’ve slowly gotten the hang of being a single mom with rheumatoid arthritis.” Tips include everything from staying organized, developing a routine, and pacing yourself, and not comparing yourself to other Moms.

https://neurodiversitypodcast.com

The world needs neurodiversity. The gifted brains, unusual talents, and fresh perspective of neurodivergent people drive innovation and change things for the better. The Neurodiversity Podcast introduces you to these brilliant, quirky, amazing people, and brings you thought-provoking conversations with leaders in psychology, education, and technology, as we work to broaden the definition of normal.