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Children's Developmental Services Agency of the Blue Ridge CDSA Wilkes Satellite Office 505 13th Street, Suite A North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 336-667-8978 Contacts: Robin Griffin, Infant Toddler Program Supervisor / Early Intervention Service Coordinators Description: The CDSA serves children birth to age three who have a developmental delay or have a condition which has a high probability of resulting in developmental delay. Early Intervention includes a variety of related services such as multi-disciplinary evaluations, speech, physical, occupational and nutrition therapy, child development instruction, and service coordination. Evaluation Services are provided at no cost to families. Although some Early Intervention services have a fee, North Carolina law requires that no family be denied these services based solely on the inability to pay. For more information go to www.ncei.org. |
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Alpha Omega 1260 College Avenue, Suite Wilkesboro, NC 28697 336-667-5111 Contacts: Description: Alpha Omega Health, Inc. is a human service company committed to developing personalized services to help people improve their quality of life with understanding and compassion. All services are specifically tailored to meet each individuals needs. Alpha Omega is accredited by Joint Commission on Accreditation of Health Care Organizations for Behavioral Health Services and has full compliance with the NC Council of Community Programs. Alpha Omega Health, Inc. maintains an after hours emergency crisis program. |
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Autism Society of North Carolina 505 Oberlin Road, Suite 230 Raleigh, NC 17605 1-800-442-2762 919-743-0204 Contacts: Description: The Autism Society of North Carolina services include: comprehensive advocacy, information and referral, residential options, recreation, skills, training, continuing public education, parent support and respite, and residential summer camp. |
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CNC/Access, Inc. 170 Hidden Shadows Drive Suite l Boone, NC 28607 1-800-504-5448 828-265-0300 Contacts: Cindy Abernethy, Program Manager Description: Services provided are Early Childhood Intervention Services for families with children birth to three who have or are at risk for developmental disabilities, delays, atypical development, or special health needs. The Infant Toddler Family specialist provides individualized developmental instruction and activities designed to enhance cognitive, physical, behavioral, self-help, and language skills based on the needs of the child in natural settings in the community. For ages three and up, the Community Alternatives Program (CAP) is available to provide various services to support individuals and families in the community (Home and Community Supports, Personal Care, Respite) |
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Easter Seals UCP North Carolina 1232 School Street P O Box 855 Wilkesboro , NC 28697 336-838-4883 FAX: 336-838-4891 Contacts: Beverly Hersey - Regional Director Katie Salter - Program Manager Lynda Bristle - Administrative Assistant Description: Community Based Rehabilitative Services (CBRS): a developmental support and education for parents and children birth to three who are enrolled in the Early Intervention program through the CDSA. Services are provided in the child's natural environment (home, child care center, etc) Training Support: Will provide training on a variety of topics related to early child education/development. Trainings provided at a location and time that is convenient for child care center. |
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Governor Morehead Preschool 626 Unit 4 Ashe Central School Road Jefferson, NC 28640 336-982-8849 ext. 233 336-982-8854 Contacts: Paula Roten, Teacher of Children with visual impairments Description: Services provided are: Services to children ages birth to five who are visually impaired. Children are eligible for services if they have a corrected visual acuity of 20/70 or greater in the best corrected eye. They may also qualify if they have normal acuity but have a visual field loss of 20 degrees or less; or an ophthalmologist recommends services. Services we offer include; functional vision assessments, visual efficiency and low vision skills development, pre-Braille and Braille instruction, consultation services to families and providers, family support services, developmental assessments, IFSP development, Orientation and Mobility, Child Service Coordination, Service Coordination, and staff development. Services are provided in natural environments with a strong emphasis on parental involvement. |
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High Country First in Families- 507 Courthouse Drive Wilkesboro , NC 28697 336-667-3333 Contacts: Michelle Idol, Coordinator, Alleghany, Ashe, Wilkes Bonnie Perkins, Program Coordinator, Avery, Watauga Description: Services Provided and hours of operation: Monday-Friday 8 - 5 (known to change without notice due to scheduling) Eligibility Requirements are to be a resident of Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga or |
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Homecare Management Corporation 400 Shadow line Drive Suite 203 Boone , NC 28607 828-264-1021 828-264-0755 Contacts: Hope Winecoff, Infant Toddler Family Specialist Laura Kesler, Infant Toddler Family Specialist Description: Provides Community Based Rehabilitative Services for children birth to three and their families. Early Intervention Specialist work on the developmental needs of the child and services are provided in a natural setting through daily, routine, child-initiated activities. Community Based Services for ages 3 and up to assist individuals in preventing, overcoming, or managing functional limitations in school, home and community. Community Alternatives Program for ages 3 and up provides a wide range of services to support individuals in the community (supportive living, respite, day habilitation, personal care) |
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New River Behavioral HealthCare 1430 Willow Lane North Wilkesboro , NC 28659 336-667-5151 336-667-5048 Contacts: Lynne Moree, MA.LPC, Supervisor children's services Description: Services: Family Preservation Program - intensive in home family therapy for families who have children "at risk" for out of home placement due to serious emotional and/or behavioral problems. Evaluations/assessments for 3-8 years old for emotional,behavioral,pschological disorders with follow up individual or family therapy utilizing play therapy, expressive arts, cognitive behavioral therapy. |
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North Carolina Early Intervention and Childhood Library 907 Barra Row, Suites 102/103 Davidson, NC 28036 1-800-962-6817 ext 13 Contacts: Exceptional Children's Assistance Center Description: North Carolina's Early Intervention Early Childhood Library houses a large collection of print and video materials that focus on young children with special needs and those who are typically developing, their families, and recommended practices for serving them. |
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Parent to Parent: Family Support Network of the High Country 2359 Hwy 105 Boone , NC 29607 828-265-5394 or Main Office:336-246-3222 1-866-812-3122 Contacts: Karen Hayes, Director Norma Bouchard, Outreach Coordinator, Wilkes County Description: Services Provides are: Information and Support for Families of children with Special Needs in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yancey counties. Provides information and support for families who have a premature infant, a child with a disability or chronic illness or a family who has experienced the death of their child. Can match a family one-to-one with a trained, volunteer Support Parent who has a child with special needs. These volunteer families provide emotional support and share the expertise of their own experiences. Supports professional working with families caring for children with special needs. Sponsors workshops, trainings and support groups. Promotes collaboration among parents, families and service providers. |
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Smart Start 1006 F. Street North Wilkesboro , NC 28659 336-838-0977 336-838-0872 Contacts: Janessa Byrd Suzanne Hanlin Melissa Gregory Deena Wood Melinda Swofford Description: Smart Start Services include: Free Behavioral Evaluation, Free classes for parents to help build behavior, infant massage and parent support. Help finding and paying for child care, Free Health Screening for young children (vision, hearing, and developmental). Free Training and Workshops. Free Lending Library use for parents and childcare providers. |
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Smoky Mountain Center 1-800-849-6127 Contacts: Description: For Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, Meeting community needs, one person at a time. |
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Universal MH/DD/SAS 828-438-0006 Contacts: Description: Universal MH/DD/SAS is dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by mental illness, developmental disabilities and substance abuse in achieving their full potential to live, work and grow in the community. |
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Wilkes Developmental Day School 1021 Welborn Avenue Wilkesboro, NC 28697 336-838-3119 336-667-6731 Contacts: Patsy Reavis Petra Giles Tammie Call Description: Wilkes Developmental Day School serves children from 6 weeks to 5 years of age. We are a 5 star center and are also NAEYC certified. We serve children with and without disablities. |
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Wilkes Vocational Services 501 Elkin Highway North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 336-838-3812 Contacts: Description: To provide the best available vocational and independent living skills training for disabled and disadvantaged persons living in our service area by making sound business decisions throughout our operations. |
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