Online:Disability Support Groups/Forums
Disclaimer: The list below is for informational purposes only. All Support Groups/Forums should be thoroughly researched before using. RCM is not affiliated with any of the resources listed. In addition, views and practices that are noted/discussed do not necessarily reflects’ RCM views and practices.
Able Here: http://www.ablehere.com/
AbleSea: Disability Community: Providing Assistance, Information and Resources to everyone: http://www.ablesea.com/index.php
Disabilities-R-Us: Created by and for People with Disabilities: http://www.disabilities-r-us.com/
Disabled United – Community and fellowship site for individuals with disabilities: http://www.disabledunited.com/
FB Disability Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/DisabilitySupportGroup/
Living with Disabilities Meet-up: http://www.meetup.com/topics/disability/
MD Junction: People helping People: http://www.mdjunction.com/permanently-disabled
Seniors support groups/forums: https://www.agingcare.com/Caregiver-Forum
Offline: Disability Support Groups for Los Angeles and surrounding areas
ANTELOPE VALLEY
AV Autism Support Group
For families, relatives, caregivers & professionals involved with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Meets monthly at NLACRC Lancaster office
43210 Gingham Ave Lancaster, CA 93535
661-951-1271
SANTA CLARITA VALLEY
Santa Clarita Autism/Asperger’s Network (SCAAN)
A non-profit organization that offers family support group meetings, monthly newsletter, social and educational events. For more information visit SCAAN Website or call (661) 297-8381.
SAN FERNANDO VALLEY
Alzheimer’s Association, California Southland Chapter
Support group for family caregivers of Down Syndrome individuals affected by Alzheimer’s disease. For more information, call 818-842-9602.
H.E.L.P. Group
Provides counseling to children 2-21 years with Medi-Cal or Healthy Family Insurance. For more information, call (818) 781-0360.
Parent Support Group for Families of Children with Autism
This group is facilitated by a parent advocate and a parent attorney who are both parents of children with special needs. For more information call, (818) 343-2227 or visit their web site at www.kenproject.com.
San Fernando Valley Down Syndrome Parent Support Group
For more information, call (818) 242-7871.
San Fernando Valley Self-Help Group (Epilepsy)
Information and referral, self-help groups, seizure first aid training. For more information, call (800) 564-0445.
Stand Together Support Group (CHADD)
For any adult with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) in the San Fernando Valley. For more information call, (818) 773-4068.
Talk About Curing Autism (TACA)
A not-for-profit organization focused on building the autism community by connecting people – families, friends, and professionals. Please check the website for further information: www.tacanow.org.
United Cerebral Palsy Los Angeles (UCP) LA – Please check the website for further information: http://www.ucpla.org/resources/parent-support-groups/
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