Amer. Assoc. on Mental Retardation
The AAMR's mission is to advance the knowledge and skills of professionals in the field of mental retardation by exchanging information and ideas.

Arc of Chester Co.
Empowering individuals with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities and their families.

Connect Information Service 1-800-692-7288
CONNECT Information Service is a resource for parents, educators and professionals seeking information about special education, parent and student rights and early intervention services for children. Callers receive verbal assistance and referrals to state agencies, disability groups or individuals. Literature on special education, early intervention, disabilities and child development is provided free of charge.

Departments of Health: PA and Chester Co.

Dual Diagnosis Forum of PA
Provides an opportunity for networking, idea sharing and reflection among people who provide supports to others facing the dual challenge of mental retardation and mental illness.

Nat'l Assoc. for the Developmentally Disabled (NADD)
Promoting the interest of professional and parental development with resources for individuals who have the co-existence of mental illness and mental retardation.

Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania
Linking families and friends of children and adults with special needs

QualityMall.org
Free information about person-centered supports for people with developmental disabilities.

Speaking For Ourselves
An independent, grassroots advocacy organization run by and for people with developmental disabilities.

Special Olympics: PA chapter and the national organization

Special Resources
A web-based network of socially enriched services providing programming and recreational activities for special needs children.

Self-Determination Housing Project of Pennsylvania, Inc.
Information and resources that empower people with disabilities in Pennsylvania to have control over their housing choices.