Community Resources
Finding the right support can feel like walking through a maze with the lights flickering.
Bridges 2 Advocacy created this resource page to help families find trusted starting points for special education, disability services, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, therapy supports, and community-based resources.
This page is for general information and connection. If you need help figuring out which resources apply to your family’s situation, individualized support may be available through EmpowerEd Consulting & Advocacy.
Families may need support beyond the school system, including Medicaid, HCBS waivers, Consumer Choices Option, Supported Community Living, EPSDT, service planning, and long-term disability supports.
These resources can help families learn where to start and what questions to ask.
Community support matters. These resources may help families find local programs, disability organizations, support groups, social opportunities, and family-centered services.
Some families need clinical, therapeutic, or behavioral support in addition to school or waiver services.
This section can include starting points for speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, mental health support, behavioral health, and care coordination.
Bridges does not endorse or guarantee any provider. Families should contact providers directly to confirm services, availability, insurance, and fit.
Transition planning helps students and families prepare for life after high school, including employment, adult services, vocational rehabilitation, SSI, independent living, and community participation.
Some situations need immediate support, especially when there are safety concerns, mental health needs, abuse or neglect concerns, housing instability, or urgent care needs.
If there is an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Not sure which resource fits?
Bridges provides general education, resource connection, and community support. If your family needs individualized help with reviewing documents, preparing for meetings, understanding waiver options, or planning next steps, EmpowerEd Consulting & Advocacy may be a helpful resource.
EmpowerEd is a separate for-profit business that provides paid advocacy and consulting services.
Resource Disclaimer:
This page is provided for general information only. Bridges 2 Advocacy does not provide legal advice, medical advice, or emergency services. Listing a resource does not mean Bridges endorses, supervises, or guarantees that provider or organization. Families should contact each organization directly to confirm services, eligibility, cost, availability, and fit.
