If you live in East Tennessee here are some useful websites:
- http://www.asaetc.org/: Non-profit organization made up of parents and volunteers. Their mission is to improve the lives of people with autism and to raise self-awareness.
- http://www.patneal.org/pnrc-bisc-1.cfm: The purpose of this organization is to provide services to individuals with brain injuries and their family members. Services include assistance with applying for Social Security benefits, TennCare and insurance issues, and referral to appropriate housing.
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http://www.dsagtn.org/The Down Syndrome Awareness Group of East Tennessee is a volunteered led organization developed to provide information and support to families of individuals with Down syndrome and to raise awareness within the community about the abilities of individuals with DS and the benefits of their inclusion into society The DSG goal is to: educate individuals and families about available resources and programs, host conferences on information pertinent to Down syndromes, organize socials in order for individuals and families to network, and publish newsletters and providing other pertinent information and support.
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http://www.michaeldunncenter.org/whatwedo.php: Michael Dunn provides both day and night services for individuals with disabilities. The daytime services include: Child Care Services and Early Intervention Services, providing education for children with disabilities, providing job opportunities in the community, and, providing supportive care and a social network for adults with disabilities. Night time services include: serving the needs of individuals with a wide range of needs in home settings, providing homes and meals in group homes with around the clock staffing, and coordinating foster care opportunities for families who want to support someone with a disability in need of a loving home
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http://kc.vanderbilt.edu/tnpathfinder/searchdb/dbresults.aspx?all=off&county=Roane&sdesc=All: On this website you will find all sorts of other weblinks that will best match your needs. You will find resources and services available that will fit any needs.