Indiana Disability-Related State Agencies
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The ARC of Indiana
107 N Pennsylvania St., Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 800-382-9100
Phone: 317-977-2375
Fax: 317-977-2385
E-mail: thearc@arcind.org
Web Site: www.arcind.org
Advocates for people with mental retardation and related disabilities and their families. Local chapters provide advocacy, information, and networks for families of people with developmental disabilities. Many chapters provide direct services, including residential services, independent living support services, employment services, and others.
107 N Pennsylvania St., Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 800-382-9100
Phone: 317-977-2375
Fax: 317-977-2385
E-mail: thearc@arcind.org
Web Site: www.arcind.org
Advocates for people with mental retardation and related disabilities and their families. Local chapters provide advocacy, information, and networks for families of people with developmental disabilities. Many chapters provide direct services, including residential services, independent living support services, employment services, and others.
Area Agency on Aging
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
Toll Free: 800-986-3505
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/da/2551.htm
Provides case management, information, and referral services for persons who are aging or have developmental disabilities. Services include Medicaid Waiver Program, in-home services, nutrition services, family caregiver support, employment support, legal services and other services. Services vary by agency. Contact your local agency to see what services are available.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
Toll Free: 800-986-3505
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/da/2551.htm
Provides case management, information, and referral services for persons who are aging or have developmental disabilities. Services include Medicaid Waiver Program, in-home services, nutrition services, family caregiver support, employment support, legal services and other services. Services vary by agency. Contact your local agency to see what services are available.
ASK (About Special Kids) formerly the Indiana Parent Information Network (IPIN)
4755 Kingsway Drive, Suite 105
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Toll Free: 800-964-4746
Phone: 317-257-8683
E-mail: familynetw@aboutspecialkids.org
Web Site: www.aboutspecialkids.org
A family-directed organization that works with parents, professionals, and volunteers to support children with special needs. Provides information, referrals, and peer support.
4755 Kingsway Drive, Suite 105
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Toll Free: 800-964-4746
Phone: 317-257-8683
E-mail: familynetw@aboutspecialkids.org
Web Site: www.aboutspecialkids.org
A family-directed organization that works with parents, professionals, and volunteers to support children with special needs. Provides information, referrals, and peer support.
ATTAIN
5333 Commerce Square Drive, Suite G
Indianapolis, IN 46237
Toll Free: 800-528-8246
Phone: 317-486-8808
E-mail: attain@attaininc.org
Web Site: http://www.attaininc.org/
Works to provide access to assistive technology to people with disabilities. Provides information, training, referrals, and an equipment exchange network.
5333 Commerce Square Drive, Suite G
Indianapolis, IN 46237
Toll Free: 800-528-8246
Phone: 317-486-8808
E-mail: attain@attaininc.org
Web Site: http://www.attaininc.org/
Works to provide access to assistive technology to people with disabilities. Provides information, training, referrals, and an equipment exchange network.
Breaking New Ground
225 S. University St.
West Lafayette, IN 47907
Toll Free: 800-825-4264
Phone: 765-494-5088
E-mail: bng@ecn.purdue.edu
Web Site: www.breakingnewground.info
Provides information and referrals regarding agricultural work for people with disabilities. This includes recommendations and training to help make the farm site accessible and training.
225 S. University St.
West Lafayette, IN 47907
Toll Free: 800-825-4264
Phone: 765-494-5088
E-mail: bng@ecn.purdue.edu
Web Site: www.breakingnewground.info
Provides information and referrals regarding agricultural work for people with disabilities. This includes recommendations and training to help make the farm site accessible and training.
Bureau of Developmental Disabilities
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453
PO Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Phone: 317-233-4848
Fax: 317-233-7933
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/5277.htm
Provides services for people with developmental disabilities. These services include residential facilities, independent living support services, person-centered planning, vocational services, and others. To apply for services or get more information, contact your local District office.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453
PO Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Phone: 317-233-4848
Fax: 317-233-7933
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/5277.htm
Provides services for people with developmental disabilities. These services include residential facilities, independent living support services, person-centered planning, vocational services, and others. To apply for services or get more information, contact your local District office.
Center for Disability Information and Referral
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
2853 E 10th St.
Bloomington, IN 47408-2696
Toll Free: 800-437-7924
Phone: 812-855-9396
E-mail: cedir@indiana.edu
Web Site: www.iidc.indiana.edu/cedir/
Provides statewide referral service to people with disabilities, their families, and professionals. CeDIR has a lending library of books, videos, and kits that circulates to any resident of Indiana.
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
2853 E 10th St.
Bloomington, IN 47408-2696
Toll Free: 800-437-7924
Phone: 812-855-9396
E-mail: cedir@indiana.edu
Web Site: www.iidc.indiana.edu/cedir/
Provides statewide referral service to people with disabilities, their families, and professionals. CeDIR has a lending library of books, videos, and kits that circulates to any resident of Indiana.
Children's Special Health Care Services
Section - 7B
2 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 800-475-1355
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/isdh/programs/cshcs/
Helps eligible families with children's medical expenses related to a disability or chronic health condition.
Section - 7B
2 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 800-475-1355
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/isdh/programs/cshcs/
Helps eligible families with children's medical expenses related to a disability or chronic health condition.
Community Mental Health Centers
Provides mental health care in the form of outpatient treatment, residential treatment, managed-care services, etc. Services vary by location. Contact your local mental health center to find out what services they provide.
Provides mental health care in the form of outpatient treatment, residential treatment, managed-care services, etc. Services vary by location. Contact your local mental health center to find out what services they provide.
DBTAC: Great Lakes ADA Center
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development
(MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL 60608
Toll Free: 800-949-4232 (V/TTY)
Phone: 312-413-1407 (V/TTY)
Fax: 312-413-1856
Web Site: www.adagreatlakes.org/
Provides information, problem-solving assistance, and referrals for implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other related laws. Their hotline will connect you with a Technical Assistance Specialist who can answer your ADA-related questions.
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability & Human Development
(MC 728)
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Room 405
Chicago, IL 60608
Toll Free: 800-949-4232 (V/TTY)
Phone: 312-413-1407 (V/TTY)
Fax: 312-413-1856
Web Site: www.adagreatlakes.org/
Provides information, problem-solving assistance, and referrals for implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other related laws. Their hotline will connect you with a Technical Assistance Specialist who can answer your ADA-related questions.
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453
P.O. Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-962-8408
Phone: 317-232-1143 (V/TTY)
Fax: 317-233-1566
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/5298.htm
Provides education, resources, and advocacy, as well as information for interpreters.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453
P.O. Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-962-8408
Phone: 317-232-1143 (V/TTY)
Fax: 317-233-1566
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/5298.htm
Provides education, resources, and advocacy, as well as information for interpreters.
Division of Disability, Aging, and Rehabilitative Services
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W451
PO Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-545-7763
Phone: 317-232-7000
Fax: 317-232-1240
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ompp/4248.htm
Assists eligible people with disabilities and older people through in-home services, supported employment, independent living, deaf/hard-of-hearing services, social security disability eligibility, and more.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W451
PO Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-545-7763
Phone: 317-232-7000
Fax: 317-232-1240
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ompp/4248.htm
Assists eligible people with disabilities and older people through in-home services, supported employment, independent living, deaf/hard-of-hearing services, social security disability eligibility, and more.
Division of Exceptional Learners
Indiana Department of Education
Room 229 State House
151 West Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2798
Toll Free: 877-851-4106
Phone: 317-232-0570 (V/TTY)
Fax: 317-232-0589
Web Site: ideanet.doe.state.in.us/exceptional/
Provides state-level support for public school children ages 3-22 who have disabilities and for public school gifted and talented programs (K-12). Monitors special education programs and ensures that students with disabilities are provided a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.
Indiana Department of Education
Room 229 State House
151 West Ohio Street
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2798
Toll Free: 877-851-4106
Phone: 317-232-0570 (V/TTY)
Fax: 317-232-0589
Web Site: ideanet.doe.state.in.us/exceptional/
Provides state-level support for public school children ages 3-22 who have disabilities and for public school gifted and talented programs (K-12). Monitors special education programs and ensures that students with disabilities are provided a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.
Division of Family Resources
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St.
P.O. Box 7083
IGCS - Rm. W392
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Phone: 317-232-4704
Fax: 317-232-4490
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/index.htm
Provides services to families and children including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid, and Hoosier Healthwise. To apply for these services, contact your local county DFR office.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St.
P.O. Box 7083
IGCS - Rm. W392
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Phone: 317-232-4704
Fax: 317-232-4490
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/dfr/index.htm
Provides services to families and children including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid, and Hoosier Healthwise. To apply for these services, contact your local county DFR office.
Division of Mental Health and Addiction
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington Street
P.O. Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-901-1133
Phone: 317-232-7800
TTY: 317-232-7844
Website: http://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/index.htm
Local mental health center will assist individuals in determining their eligibility. Eligibility under the Hoosier Assurance Plan (HAP) is based on income levels and family size.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington Street
P.O. Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-901-1133
Phone: 317-232-7800
TTY: 317-232-7844
Website: http://www.in.gov/fssa/dmha/index.htm
Local mental health center will assist individuals in determining their eligibility. Eligibility under the Hoosier Assurance Plan (HAP) is based on income levels and family size.
Family Helpline
Toll Free: 800-433-0746
TTY: 866-275-1274
Telephone hotline through the Indiana State Department of Health. Responds to all categories of calls for assistance.
Toll Free: 800-433-0746
TTY: 866-275-1274
Telephone hotline through the Indiana State Department of Health. Responds to all categories of calls for assistance.
First Steps Early Intervention System
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
Bureau of Child Development
Indiana Division of Family and Children
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W386 (MS02)
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Toll Free: 800-441-7837 (IN residents only)
Phone: 317-232-1144
E-mail: cholloway@fssa.state.in.us
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4964.htm
Family-centered system that provides early intervention for children with developmental delays and/or who are developmentally vulnerable. First Steps serves children from birth through age three. Services include special instruction, health services, physical therapy, speech pathology, assistive technology, social work services, family support, and other services.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
Bureau of Child Development
Indiana Division of Family and Children
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W386 (MS02)
Indianapolis, IN 46204-2739
Toll Free: 800-441-7837 (IN residents only)
Phone: 317-232-1144
E-mail: cholloway@fssa.state.in.us
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4964.htm
Family-centered system that provides early intervention for children with developmental delays and/or who are developmentally vulnerable. First Steps serves children from birth through age three. Services include special instruction, health services, physical therapy, speech pathology, assistive technology, social work services, family support, and other services.
Governor's Council for People with Disabilities
150 West Market St., Suite 628
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-232-7770
Fax: 317-233-3712
Email: gpcpd@gpcpd.org
Web Site: www.state.in.us/gpcpd
Promotes public policy which leads to the independence and inclusion of people with disabilities. Receives and disseminates federal funds to support programs that empower individuals and families and advocate systems change.
150 West Market St., Suite 628
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: 317-232-7770
Fax: 317-233-3712
Email: gpcpd@gpcpd.org
Web Site: www.state.in.us/gpcpd
Promotes public policy which leads to the independence and inclusion of people with disabilities. Receives and disseminates federal funds to support programs that empower individuals and families and advocate systems change.
Hoosier Healthwise Hotline
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
P.O. Box 1484
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Toll Free: 800-889-9949
E-mail: HoosierHealthwise@yahoo.com
Web Site: www.healthcareforhoosiers.com/
Assists lower-income residents of Indiana by providing insurance coverage for health care, including Hoosier Healthwise for Children.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
P.O. Box 1484
Indianapolis, IN 46206
Toll Free: 800-889-9949
E-mail: HoosierHealthwise@yahoo.com
Web Site: www.healthcareforhoosiers.com/
Assists lower-income residents of Indiana by providing insurance coverage for health care, including Hoosier Healthwise for Children.
Indiana Civil Rights Commission
100 North Senate Ave
Indiana Government Center North, Room N103
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 800-628-2909
Phone: 317-232-2600
TTY: 800-742-3333
Fax: 317-232-6580
Web Site: www.in.gov/icrc
Enforces Indiana civil rights laws, prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, education, public accommodation, and credit. This includes Fair Housing and many ADA provisions.
100 North Senate Ave
Indiana Government Center North, Room N103
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 800-628-2909
Phone: 317-232-2600
TTY: 800-742-3333
Fax: 317-232-6580
Web Site: www.in.gov/icrc
Enforces Indiana civil rights laws, prohibiting discrimination in employment, housing, education, public accommodation, and credit. This includes Fair Housing and many ADA provisions.
Indiana Council on Independent Living (ICOIL)
Web Site: www.freewebtown.com/icoil/
County List for Local Centers for Independent Living: Web Site: http://www.freewebtown.com/icoil/CILS.htm
May not be available in all counties and available services may vary. Provides services, support, and information to people with disabilities. Offers benefits planning, employment support, independent living skills training, individual and systems advocacy, and other services.
Web Site: www.freewebtown.com/icoil/
County List for Local Centers for Independent Living: Web Site: http://www.freewebtown.com/icoil/CILS.htm
May not be available in all counties and available services may vary. Provides services, support, and information to people with disabilities. Offers benefits planning, employment support, independent living skills training, individual and systems advocacy, and other services.
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community
Indiana's University Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities
2853 East Tenth Street
Bloomington, IN 47408-2696
Toll Free: 800-825-4733
Phone: 812-855-6508
Fax: 812-855-9630
TTY: 812-855-9396
E-mail: iidc@indiana.edu
Web Site: www.iidc.indiana.edu
Fosters communities that welcome, value, and support the participation and contributions of people of all ages and abilities through research, education, and service. Provides training, referral services, and information.
Indiana's University Center for Excellence on Developmental Disabilities
2853 East Tenth Street
Bloomington, IN 47408-2696
Toll Free: 800-825-4733
Phone: 812-855-6508
Fax: 812-855-9630
TTY: 812-855-9396
E-mail: iidc@indiana.edu
Web Site: www.iidc.indiana.edu
Fosters communities that welcome, value, and support the participation and contributions of people of all ages and abilities through research, education, and service. Provides training, referral services, and information.
Indiana Legal Services
Phone: 877-323-6260
Web Site: www.indianajustice.org
Provides free legal assistance to eligible low-income people in civil matters. Legal services information is organized by county.
Phone: 877-323-6260
Web Site: www.indianajustice.org
Provides free legal assistance to eligible low-income people in civil matters. Legal services information is organized by county.
Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services
4701 N. Keystone Ave., Suite 222
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Toll Free: 800-622-4845
Phone: 317-722-5555 (V/TTY)
Fax: 317-722-5564
E-mail: grichter@ipas.state.in.us
Web Site: www.in.gov/ipas
Advocates for people with disabilities. Works to investigate or cause an investigation into incidences of discrimination against people with disabilities. Provides information and technical assistance to people with disabilities, assists people and families with finding appropriate medical services, assists families in securing free and appropriate public education, and other services.
4701 N. Keystone Ave., Suite 222
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Toll Free: 800-622-4845
Phone: 317-722-5555 (V/TTY)
Fax: 317-722-5564
E-mail: grichter@ipas.state.in.us
Web Site: www.in.gov/ipas
Advocates for people with disabilities. Works to investigate or cause an investigation into incidences of discrimination against people with disabilities. Provides information and technical assistance to people with disabilities, assists people and families with finding appropriate medical services, assists families in securing free and appropriate public education, and other services.
Indiana School for the Deaf
1200 E. 42nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Toll Free: 800-724-9550
Phone: 317-924-8415
Web Site: http://www.deafhoosiers.com/Outreach
Provides assessments (including hearing tests, hearing aid recommendations, language and communication assessments, etc.) and training for public and private enterprises. ISD also has a written materials and video lending library.
1200 E. 42nd St
Indianapolis, IN 46205
Toll Free: 800-724-9550
Phone: 317-924-8415
Web Site: http://www.deafhoosiers.com/Outreach
Provides assessments (including hearing tests, hearing aid recommendations, language and communication assessments, etc.) and training for public and private enterprises. ISD also has a written materials and video lending library.
IN*SOURCE (Indiana Resource Center for Families with Special Needs)
1703 South Ironwood Drive
South Bend, IN 46613
Toll Free: 800-332-4433
Phone: 219-234-7101 (V/TTY)
Fax: 219-234-7279
E-mail: insource@insource.org
Web Site: www.insource.org
Provides parents, families, and service providers the information and training necessary to help children and youth with disabilities. Provides parent-to-parent training and support networks.
1703 South Ironwood Drive
South Bend, IN 46613
Toll Free: 800-332-4433
Phone: 219-234-7101 (V/TTY)
Fax: 219-234-7279
E-mail: insource@insource.org
Web Site: www.insource.org
Provides parents, families, and service providers the information and training necessary to help children and youth with disabilities. Provides parent-to-parent training and support networks.
State Information Center
Toll Free: 800-457-8283
Phone: 317-233-0800
Provides information and referral for all state government services, including permits, licenses, etc.
Toll Free: 800-457-8283
Phone: 317-233-0800
Provides information and referral for all state government services, including permits, licenses, etc.
United Cerebral Palsy Association of Greater Indiana
1915 West 18th St., Suite C
Indianapolis, IN 46202-1016
Toll Free: 800-723-7620
Phone: 317-632-3561
E-mail: donnar@ucpaindy.org
Web Site: http://ucpaindy.org/
Provides information, referrals, family support services, advocacy, diagnostic and treatment clinics, equipment funding and support services to people with cerebral palsy and their families.
1915 West 18th St., Suite C
Indianapolis, IN 46202-1016
Toll Free: 800-723-7620
Phone: 317-632-3561
E-mail: donnar@ucpaindy.org
Web Site: http://ucpaindy.org/
Provides information, referrals, family support services, advocacy, diagnostic and treatment clinics, equipment funding and support services to people with cerebral palsy and their families.
Vocational Rehabilitation Section
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453
PO Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-545-7763
Phone: 317-232-1319
Fax: 317-232-6478
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4938.htm
Provides individualized services to people with disabilities in order to prepare them for, obtain, or retain employment.
Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA)
402 W. Washington St., Rm. W453
PO Box 7083
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Toll Free: 800-545-7763
Phone: 317-232-1319
Fax: 317-232-6478
Web Site: http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4938.htm
Provides individualized services to people with disabilities in order to prepare them for, obtain, or retain employment.
Workforce Development
Indiana Workforce Development
10 North Senate
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 888-967-5663
E-mail: workone@dwd.in.gov
Web Site: www.in.gov/dwd
Assists people (with or without disabilities) with employment and training services.
Indiana Workforce Development
10 North Senate
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Toll Free: 888-967-5663
E-mail: workone@dwd.in.gov
Web Site: www.in.gov/dwd
Assists people (with or without disabilities) with employment and training services.
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