The EAP can help employees and their families with issues surrounding the challenges of parenting children with special needs. EAP provides information, referrals and consultations. For more information or to discuss parenting issues, contact the EAP toll-free at 1-800-322-5327 or email at eap@umassmed.edu.
Here are some websites for further information:Education.gov for Families with Special Needs ChildrenSocial Security: Benefits for Children with Special NeedsCDC: Learn the Signs. Act EarlyFamilies with Special Needs: Caregiving Tips (CDC)Mass.gov Children with Special Health Care NeedsMass.gov Parent Information on Special EducationCT.gov Children and Youth with Special NeedsRI.gov Children with Special NeedsA Parents Guide to Special Education (.pdf)A Parents Guide to Special EducationParent Involvement in Their Child's Education Disability.govChildcare.gov for Children with Special NeedsAmericans with Disabilities Act-Information Regarding Child CareDisabilities and HealthMass Network of Information Providers for People with DisabilitiesFederation for Children with Special NeedsThe Arc of MassachusettsFamily Ties of MassachusettsMilitary Families with Special NeedsSpecial OlympicsBullying Among Children with Disabilities and Special Needs