2024 Ivymount Outreach Resource Guide

WELCOME

Dear Ivymount Community,

This past year we celebrated Six Decades of Ivymount and the momentum of our past and present successes. As we reflect on our history, the saying ‘We Are Ivymount” resonates loudly.

Early on, Ivymount was known as “An Exceptional School for Exceptional Children.” We are now much more than a school. We are Ivymount School, The Maddux School, Endeavors Early Childhood Clinic and Services, Community Outreach and Services, and our Professional Collaborative. Our exceptional leaders, staff, students, families, and community and professional partners all focus on our shared goals:

Growth: Helping young people live their most fulfilling lives Collaboration: Leading the way in education, training, and outreach Partnership: Connecting and caring for our community

Ivymount’s Community Outreach and Services combines our programs’ expertise to meet the needs of our community through programs, special events, workshops, and community connections. Our Professional Collaborative, through evidence-based, interdisciplinary collaboration and partnerships with universities and professionals, invigorates the field and enhances the services we provide. By doing so, we utilize our knowledge to help grow the education community more broadly.

Thank you for taking the time to read our guide. We hope you find valuable resources to support your entire family. If we can help you, please feel free to email us at outreach@ivymount.org.

Sincerely,

The Ivymount Outreach Team

HOW TO USE THE GUIDE

The guide is divided into two sections:

Participants listed by category and

Participants listed in alphabetical order

For each participant listed, you will see the organization name, a clickable website link, and a brief description of the services they offer.

Some participants fall under multiple categories. Look for the specific color to quickly determine the type of services they provide.

CATEGORIES BY COLOR

Behavioral Services; ABA Therapy, Assessment and Treatment

Accessibility, Inclusion, Safety, Health

Schools, Educational Programs, Advocacy

Camps

Social, Recreational, Fitness

Financial Planning, Insurance

Transitioning Youth and Young Adults

Therapeutic Services

Please Note: The Outreach Resource Guide and Resource Fair are part of Ivymount’s commitment to connect the community and share information. Inclusion of organizations does not constitute endorsement or recommendation by Ivymount.

Behavioral Services, ABA Therapy, Assessment and Treatment

• Alina Assessment Services, PLLC

• Behavioral Framework

• Blue Gems ABA

• Children’s Speech Therapy Services

• Continuum Behavioral Health

• Guiding Exceptional Parents

• Helping Hands Family

• Ivymount Endeavors Outreach

• Ocean Psychiatry, LLC

• Positive Development

• Rebecca Resnik and Associates, LLC

• Renoxx Caregivers

• SEEC

• The Benedictine School

• The Chesapeake Center for ADHD, Learning and Behavioral Health

• The Language and Behavior Center

• The Stixrud Group

• Verbal Beginnings

• Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates, LLC

Schools, Educational Programs, Advocacy

• Alina Assessment Services, PLLC

• Ascend Ed LLC

• Casey’s Special Education Services, LLC

• CLE | College Living Experience

• Educational Associates and Affiliates

• Ivymount Community Outreach & Services

• Ivymount School

• JMS Education Consulting

• Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF)

• Maryland Insurance Administration

• Partnership for Extraordinary Minds

• Positive Development

• SCI Educational Consultants

• Skill Builders

• Stepping Stones Therapy

• The Benedictine School

• The CSahm Foundation for ADHD Educational Services and Support

• The Maddux School

• The Social Coach, LLC

• Weinfeld Education Group Therapeutic Services

• Apex Social Group

• Blue Gems ABA

• Children’s Speech Therapy Services

• Guiding Exceptional Parents

• MOCO Movement Center

• Montgomery Parks

• Ocean Psychiatry, LLC

• Positive Development

• Potomac Community Resources, Inc. (PCR)

• Rebecca Resnik and Associates, LLC

• RISE DC

• Skill Builders

• Starobin Counseling, LLC

• Stepping Stones Therapy

• The Benedictine School

• The Chesapeake Center for ADHD, Learning and Behavioral Health

• The Social Coach, LLC

• Upcounty Community Resources, Inc.

• Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates, LLC

Accessibility, Inclusion, Safety, Health

• Best Buddies Living

• Calmra Inc

• Educational Associates and Affiliates

• Great and Small

• Imagination Stage

• Integrated Living Opportunities (ILO)

• Jill’s House Inc.

• Main Street Connect

• Makom (MOST Program and In-Home Supports/Community Living)

• Maryland ABLE

• Maryland Insurance Administration

• Montgomery Parks

• Music for Autism

• Plover Pediatric Dentistry

• Special Olympics Maryland - Young Athletes Program

• SPIRIT Club

• Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates, LLC

Social, Recreational, Fitness

• ACEing Autism - Metro Washington Area

• Adaptive Movement LLC

• Best Buddies Living

• Great and Small

• HSC Kids in Action

• Imagination Stage

• Integrated Living Opportunities (ILO)

• Ivymount Community Outreach & Services

• Jill’s House Inc.

• Main Street Connect

• Miracle League of Montgomery County

• MOCO Movement Center

• Montgomery Parks

• Music for Autism

• Partnership for Extraordinary Minds

• Potomac Community Resources, Inc. (PCR)

• Promise Landing Farm

• Renoxx Caregivers

• SEEC

• Special Olympics Maryland - Young Athletes Program

• SPIRIT Club

• Stepping Stones Therapy

• The Social Coach, LLC

• Upcounty Community Resources, Inc.

Camps

• Cura Personalis Project Inc.

• Easterseals Camp Fairlee

• Great and Small

• HSC Kids in Action

• Imagination Stage

• Jill’s House Inc.

• RISE DC

• Skill Builders

Transitioning Youth and Youth Adults

• Ascend Ed LLC

• Best Buddies Living

• Calmra Inc

• CLE | College Living Experience

• Cura Personalis Project Inc.

• Educational Associates and Affiliates

• Integrated Living Opportunities (ILO)

• Ivymount Community Outreach & Services

• Makom (MOST Program and In-Home Supports/Community Living)

• Maryland ABLE

• MOCO Movement Center

• MyPad @Makom

• Potomac Community Resources, Inc. (PCR)

• Project Search

• Rebecca Resnik and Associates, LLC

• Renoxx Caregivers

• RISE DC

• SEEC

• The Chesapeake Center for ADHD, Learning and Behavioral Health

• The CSahm Foundation for ADHD Educational Services and Support

• Xceptional Opportunities

Financial Planning, Insurance

• Maryland ABLE

• Maryland Insurance Administration

• Shared Horizons, Inc.

Resource Guide Partners

ACEing Autism - Metro Washington Area

ACEing Autism is a national nonprofit that offers uniquely structured tennis classes to children with autism as a proven means of improving social interactions and athletic and gross motor skills. Each participant is paired one-on-one with a trained volunteer with the goals of having fun, making connections, getting exercise, and learning tennis skills. Weekend programs typically include six, one-hour clinics. Scholarships are available. Sessions run throughout the DC metro area. Check schedules here: aceingautism.org/east/

*School Age

Aceingautism.org

Adaptive Movement LLC

Tired of screen time taking over your kid’s life? I get it! Sometimes it’s hard to make movement and healthy habits fun. I’m Coach Jason, the founder of Adaptive Movement and creator of the Live Action Fitness role-playing game. I’m an adaptive personal trainer making fitness fun for kids. Adaptive Movement offers private and small group personal training for teens and kids as young as 10 years old. Sessions available in Palisades, Falls Church, and online. At Adaptive Movement, you don’t need to play sports to have a coach. Book a free workout at adaptivemovement.live

*School Age - Young Adult

Adaptivemovement.live

Alina Assessment Services, PLLC

Alina Assessment Services, PLLC is a private clinical and forensic neuropsychological practice in Washington, DC owned and operated by Dr. Joette James. Dr. James is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist. She completed her postdoctoral fellowship at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, DC. Dr. James provides comprehensive, individualized neuropsychological evaluations to individuals across the lifespan. As a woman of color, she is also sensitive to issues of cultural bias in assessment. Dr. James specializes in the evaluation of developmental conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, and Intellectual Disability.

*All Ages

Apex Social Group

Apex Social Group matches educated and compassionate Care Professionals from Germany, Austria, and the United States with families who are in need of live-in developmental child care. They specialize in supporting families with special needs such as autism, developmental delays, ADHD, cerebral palsy and more. What makes their service so unique is their talent pool. They currently have over one hundred available Care Professionals with backgrounds in occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy, special needs and early childhood education. Apex’s experienced team ensures that every Care Professional is vetted and committed to empowering the children they care for to reach their full potential.

*Preschool

apex-social.com

Ascend Ed LLC

Ascend Ed LLC provides a holistic, child and family-centered set of supports through advocacy, consulting, tutoring, and evaluations. Our mission is to empower families to advocate for their children and feel confident in their children’s educational decisions. Ascend Ed provides advocacy, consulting, behavior support plans, transition testing and plans, educational achievement evaluations, and tutoring to support families of children and teenagers with disabilities. Owner Anneliese Girson, a former special educator with MCPS, has firsthand knowledge of IEP implementation, goal writing, service delivery models, and behavior management. She specializes in supporting students and families of students with behavioral needs that impact their relationship with school and learning.

*Preschool - Young Adult

Ascend-ed.com

Behavioral Framework

Behavioral Framework is a leading family-owned and locally operated provider of ABA therapy in Maryland, Virginia, and DC, with a vision of providing exceptional care and better client outcomes for children diagnosed with autism and their families. We are founded out of a strong desire to deliver consistent and superior care with a holistic and collaborative approach. In 2022, we introduced Pathways, a diagnostic center specializing in conducting thorough assessments for Autism and other developmental disabilities among children. We’re honored that we’re able to achieve transformational results in our hometown, for our neighbors.

*Preschool - Young Adult

Best Buddies Living

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Best Buddies Living fosters an integrated experience for people with and without IDD to become active, contributing citizens who live independently in a dynamic environment where they can learn, grow, and thrive. Best Buddies Living has two locations in Washington, D.C. - one in partnership with Catholic University and another in partnership with Georgetown University.

*Transitioning Youth - Adult

Bestbuddies.org/living

Blue Gems ABA

Blue Gems ABA is a leading provider of ABA therapy services for children who are on the autism spectrum. We have helped many children learn, grow, and bring out their strengths to reach their maximum potential. Our experienced team of BCBAs develop programs to fit each child’s specific needs and take great pride in seeing every child succeed. The dedication of our clinicians and our comprehensive, collaborative approach will allow our clients to truly shine and succeed. Our treatment plans focus on increasing skills that will lead to increased opportunities, involvement, and independence while simultaneously decreasing problem behavior and other barriers to learning. Our dedicated team will take a multi-step approach built on documented and field-tested research to assist children in overcoming challenging behaviors associated with communication, social skills, and academics.

*Preschool - Young Adult Bluegemsaba.com

Calmra Inc.

CALMRA, Inc. is a community-based residential service provider. We provide homes and services to adults with cognitive disabilities in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties. Our mission is to improve the lives of persons with cognitive disabilities by providing the highest quality residential and day services in an ethical and loving environment. We envision a community where everyone has the opportunity to live their life in a manner that is as close to normal as their disability allows.

*Adult

Casey’s Special Education Services LLC

Casey’s Special Education Services, based in the heart of the DMV area, is a dynamic team of dedicated special education professionals. We specialize in providing personalized, private instruction and comprehensive support tailored to the unique needs of each student. Our approach is holistic, focusing on the academic, social, and emotional development of our learners. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, we collaborate closely with families and educators to create impactful learning experiences that empower students with diverse learning needs. Our services are designed to nurture confidence, build essential skills, and foster a lifelong love of learning in a supportive and nurturing environment.

*All Ages

Caseythespeducator.com

Children’s Speech Therapy Services

Your child’s speech-language needs are my priority! I value the relationships I form with each child and his/her family, and I believe that goes a long way in improving therapy outcomes. I provide therapy in the comfort of your home, daycare, or school. I also offer virtual therapy options. I am a member of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) and licensed in the state of Maryland. I earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in speech pathology at the University of Maryland and my Master of Arts degree in communication disorders from the George Washington University. I have over 20 years of experience across age ranges, from preschool to high school, in a variety of settings including public and private schools, in-home services, and summer camps.

*Preschool - School Age

Childsspeech.com

CLE | College Living Experience

For over 35 years, neurodiverse high school graduates from across the world have counted on CLE to help them succeed at college, pursue a career, make lifelong friends, and gain the skills they need to become independent. We offer two award-winning programs: the Traditional Program which includes the apartment living with wraparound support from CLE staff and the Day Program which allows students to live at home or on campus while still accessing our social, academic and career development services at one of our seven national CLE Centers.

*Transitioning Youth/ Young Adult

Continuum Behavioral Health

Here at Continuum Behavioral Health we provide services in the home, school, clinic and community settings. We work with a variety of individuals with learning differences and behavior related disorders. We address a variety of needs including: sleeping, toileting, feeding, daily living skills, social skills, academic/pre-academic skills, interfering behavior and communication. As an ABA company we provide systematic, evidence-based evaluations and treatment planning, deliver a solid foundation on which to build new skills, improve learning deficits, and teach you the skill set you need to address any area of concerns.

*All Ages

Autismspectrumalliance.com

Cura Personalis Project Inc.

Built on the principle of Care Farming, the therapeutic use of farming activities, Cura Personalis Project (CPP) strives to provide a range of pre-vocational/vocational training and meaningful day programming to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through workshops, field experiences, and daily work experiences, CPP provides training, mentoring, and supervision to support individualized vocational, social, and functional life skills necessary for individuals to reach their potential during their adult lives. Located at the public horse stables in Montgomery County Wheaton Regional Park, we provide services in a fully inclusive and welcoming environment.

*Transitioning Youth - Adult

Thecpproject.com

Easterseals Camp Fairlee

Camp Fairlee is a traditional, residential summer camp for children and adults with all types of disABILITIES, providing fully accessible recreation & family respite to Maryland families. Sessions in 2024 vary in length from 6 to 12 days. Accessible activities include canoeing, kayaking, nature trails, arts/crafts, gardening, pottery, climbing wall with zip line, swimming, horseback riding and much more! All buildings are modern and climate controlled including the cabins. There is a health center and nurses on site. Accredited by the American Camp Association. Visit CampFairlee.com for more information or to apply.

*All Ages

Campfairlee.com

Educational Associates and Affiliates

Educational Associates and Affiliates is an educational consulting firm that aims to assists secondary/post-secondary traditional and neurodiverse students with academic success through academic coaching, advising, and academic organization during their tenure at public/private schools, local colleges, universities, and trade schools. While assisting students with educational supports, EAA also strives to deepen students’ commitment for academic responsibility and self-sufficiency; qualities which are essential for leading humane and productive lives in society and their communities.

*Transitioning Youth - Adult edassociates.org

Great and Small

Great and Small is a non-profit organization located in Boyds, MD. Our mission is to provide equine-assisted activities and therapies (EAAT) to children and adults affected by physical, developmental, emotional, and learning disabilities. Through a supportive and therapeutic engagement with horses, we strengthen and empower our riders, helping them develop their full potential. You can find general information about our programs on our website.

*School Age - Adult

Greatandsmallride.org

Guiding Exceptional Parents

We provide three services: Relationship Development Intervention (RDI™), Parent Coaching, and Neurodivergent Care Navigation. In RDITM, we help parents of kids with autism restore their guiding relationship so they can teach their kids the skills that make relationships (and life!) work. Parent Coaching helps parents of any kid with challenging behaviors put effective supports in place so they can teach them essential skills. Care Navigation involves working with parents to determine the medical, educational, and community-based supports that can best help their children.

*Parents/Caregivers of All Ages

Hhfamily.com

Helping Hands Family

Helping Hands Family is an Autism Services Provider in CT, MD, NJ, NY, and PA. We use the American Medical Association endorsed Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) practice to help children with autism reach life-changing milestones. We always use a child-led and play-based approach to ABA. Our goal is to foster data-backed continuous improvement over the course of our autism treatment. We currently serve children in Howard, Montgomery and Prince George’s County.

*Preschool - School Age

HSC Kids in Action

Kids in Action is a free adaptive sports and social activities program for children and young adults with disabilities and their siblings. We adapt our sports, social, and health-based activities and focus on each child’s goals and strengths. Kids in Action began as a way for children with disabilities to participate in structured activities in the community. Kids in Action it is open to all children with disabilities in the Washington, DC area. All events are supervised by licensed recreation therapists so that anyone can participate.

*School Age - Young Adult

Hschealth.org/kidsinaction

Imagination Stage

Since 1988, Imagination Stage has been a leader in Access and Inclusion programming in the arts for children and youth. It is our mission to empower ALL young people to discover their voice and identity through the performing arts. Our classes, camps, and other programming are inclusive for students of all abilities, ensuring a space to build theatre arts and social skills, be creative, and have fun. Our dedicated Access and Inclusion team works with families to ensure a successful experience for every student. If you have additional questions about our inclusive practices, please contact our team directly at Access@imaginationstage.org.

*Preschool - School Age Imaginationstage.org

Integrated Living Opportunities (ILO)

Integrated Living Opportunities (ILO) assists adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities as they transition to independent living. We are a non-profit organization serving members in the Washington, D.C./ Maryland area. Our goal is the utmost independence and self-reliance possible, with a safe network of support when it’s needed.

*Transitioning Youth - Adult

Ilonow.org

Ivymount Community Outreach & Services

Ivymount’s Community Outreach and Services brings the expertise of Ivymount School, The Maddux School and Ivymount Endeavors together to meet the needs of our community. We strive to provide a neurodiverse community hub where individuals, families, professionals and partners learn and collaborate together through special events, workshops, and community connections. Additionally, Ivymount Programs offer opportunities for children and young adults to participate in educational, therapeutic and recreational programs with our expert teachers and therapists.

*School Age - Young Adult

Ivymount.org/communityoutreach

Ivymount Endeavors Outreach

Our Endeavors Outreach Program serves clients through a highly individualized and collaborative approach to learning. Our programming for pre-school aged children through young adults supports individuals and their families using evidence-based practices in home and community setttings. We offer an Early Childhood Clinic (ECC) for children ages 2 to 5. Using evidence-based programming, the ECC works collaboratively with families to increase communication, preschool readiness, self-care, and play skills. In addition, we provide individualized 1:1 ABA programming, structured peer play groups, integrated speech and language and OT services.

*Preschool - Young Adult

Ivymount.org/endeavorsoutreach

Ivymount School

At the Ivymount School, we support autonomy and achievement for students with complex learning needs. Our highly trained staff provide innovative education programs and comprehensive therapeutic and behavioral services for neurodiverse students ages four to 21. Ivymount School is a safe and caring community where students and their families can flourish, within school and beyond.

*School Age - Young Adult

Ivymountschool.org

Jill’s House Inc.

Jill’s House is a nonprofit organization that loves and serves families raising children, adolescents, and young adults with profound intellectual disabilities. We provide engaging activities that are customized for their abilities. We provide everything from Day Camps and School Night Programs to Overnight Care and Weekend Adventures. Kids enjoy fun activities while parents get a chance to rest and recharge.

*School Age - Young Adult

Jillshouse.org

JMS Education Consulting

JMS Education Consulting works with families who have students who are struggling. At JMS Education Consulting, we make sure that your student is successful in all aspects of school. We support families to ensure that schools implement 504 plans and IEPs with fidelity. We also help parents on the journey of trying to get their children a 504 plan or IEP if they currently don’t have one. We work with families who have Pre-K students all the way through age 21, and serve many counties in Maryland, and several states around the country. We ensure that students receive the education they deserve.

*Preschool - School Age

Main Street Connect

Located in Rockville, Maryland, Main Street is an inclusive, affordable, accessible apartment building and a membership-based community center for people of all abilities. We provide a rich variety of social, cultural, educational and wellness programs in the building’s beautiful community spaces and around town - everything from yoga sessions and art workshops to cooking classes and professional lunch-and-learns. By creating a culture of kindness and possibility, and offering unique opportunities for community engagement, Main Street empowers people with and without disabilities to lead happier, healthier and more fulfilling lives.

*Transitioning Youth/ Young Adult

Mainstreetconnect.org

Makom (MOST Program and In-Home Supports/Community Living)

Makom is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting and empowering people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to achieve the quality of life to which they aspire. Makom’s programs support more than 200 people in over 80 sites throughout the DC metro area. Support is provided through Makom’s residential and transitioning youth and adult programs.

Learn more about Makom at: www.makomlife.org.

*Young Adult - Adult

Makomlife.org

Maryland ABLE

Maryland ABLE is a financial tool for people with disabilities and their families, designed to help them save and invest in a tax-free account for their everyday needs and prepare for the future without losing federal or state means-tested benefits such as SSI, Medicaid, etc. ABLE account funds can be used to pay for a wide variety of qualified disability expenses that support the beneficiary’s health, independence, or quality of life.

*All Ages

Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF)

MANSEF represents a range of 70 state-approved special education schools offering individualized services and supports to students with special needs. These schools, located across Maryland, provide high-quality services customized to meet each student’s needs. Students are referred by their Local Education Agency, which results in no cost for parents. For more information and a listing of our member schools, contact the Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF). www.mansef.org

*School Age Mansef.org

Maryland Insurance Administration

The Maryland Insurance Administration is an independent State agency charged with regulating Maryland’s $42 billion insurance industry. The agency’s goal is to provide efficient, effective service to the consumers of insurance products and the insurance industry. The agency strives to increase public understanding of the vital role insurance plays in the daily lives of Maryland residents and businesses by managing risks.

*All Ages

Insurance.maryland.gov

Miracle League of Montgomery County

Our Mission is to: Provide opportunities for children with disabilities to play Miracle League baseball, regardless of their abilities and their financial circumstances; Promote community support and sponsorship of a Miracle League; Promote the construction of special facilities that meet the unique needs of Miracle League players and families. The Miracle League of Montgomery County was formed by the Kiwanis Club of Bethesda to give children with disabilities the opportunity to play baseball as a team member in an organized league. During Miracle League games, each child will have a chance at bat and to score a run. Miracle League team members are assigned buddies who assist them in hitting the ball and running the bases.

*All Ages

MOCO Movement Center

MOCO Movement Center is a Responsive, Autonomy-Centered, Neurodiversity Affirming, Play-based Therapy Center providing:

- Individual Evidence Based Effective therapeutic intervention

- Developmental Assessment and Screening (Infants, Children, Teens, Young Adults)

- Therapy: Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Feeding Therapy

- Lactation/ Breastfeeding Support

- Adaptive and Augmented Communication Support

- Enrichment Groups and Classes

- Adapted Yoga and Dance

- Transition to Adulthood programs

- Family Education

MOCO is a Center for Connection, Community, Foundations for Growth

*All Ages

MOCOmc.com

Montgomery Parks

Montgomery Parks is committed to upholding the integrity of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by delivering appropriate and reasonable inclusive services, modifications, and physical accessibility to support the participation of individuals with disabilities. For more information, contact the Program Access office at 301-495-2581 or ProgramAccess@montgomeryparks.org.

*All Ages

Montgomeryparks.org/accessibility

Music for Autism

Music for Autism is enhancing quality of life and raising public awareness through autism-friendly, virtual and in-person, interactive concerts developed specifically for individuals with autism and their families. The concerts feature professional musicians, including Tony Award winners, Grammy-nominated classical artists, and Pulitzer Prize winners. To ensure equal access for all, every Music for Autism concert is fully subsidized. Families note that the concerts help fill a major psychosocial void, enabling them to enjoy enriching activities that are inclusive and to experience the joy and power of music as a family.

*All Ages Musicforautism.org

MyPad @Makom

MyPad offers high quality housing in desirable neighborhoods in Montgomery County, Maryland to adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD).

Condominiums and town homes are offered well below market rate. Units include new or newer construction, with most offering various amenities and metro access. MyPad participants may utilize optional and customizable supports and services offered by various organizations throughout the county. Monthly social events allow participants access to group recreational events. MyPad participants agree that MyPad offers a “Great Way to Live”.

*Young Adult - Adult

Makomlife.org/mypad

Ocean Psychiatry, LLC

Ocean Psychiatry, LLC is a small private practice focusing on Anxiety disorders in children and adolescents. The board certified child and adolescent psychiatrist, Dr. Angela Sagar, has expertise in Autism Spectrum Disorder. Her experience includes a T32 NIH grant to study autism genomics, experience at the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders in Rockville, and experience in autism clinics in Orange County California while she was an assistant professor at the University of California, Irvine. Appointments are available in person and via telehealth.

*School Age - Young Adult

Oceanpsychiatrymd.com/about

Partnership for Extraordinary Minds

xMinds is a nonprofit that collaborates with parents, educators, and providers to improve educational outcomes of autistic students in Montgomery County. Parents can access resources on xminds.org ranging from autism programs and services at MCPS to our annual summer camp list. We host monthly speaker events on relevant special education issues, parent discussion groups, and social meetups. Families can receive individual guidance navigating special education through our parent advocacy team and our annual IEP Clinic. Grants are awarded to educators for classroom materials and training. All our resources and events are free and available in both English and Spanish.

*School Age

Xminds.org

Plover Pediatric Dentistry

Little things make all the difference, especially when you’re little. Plover Pediatric Dentistry, located on the second floor of the Cabin John Mall in Potomac, is a dental office made just for kids and their parents. Dr. Alvarez and Dr. Kim set out to create the type of practice they’d want their own children to visit. As dentists who specialize in young teeth, we help children understand the importance of going to the dentist and ways to improve their oral health. We’re your partner for your child’s happy and healthy smile! Please visit www.ploverpediatricdentistry.com for more information about our practice.

*Preschool - Young Adult

Ploverpd.com

Positive Development

Positive Development offers an evidence-based alternative for autistic youth and teens. Our parent-mediated approach is built on the foundations of developmental psychology and delivered by trained, licensed clinicians, and supported by paraprofessionals in the home. Our transdisciplinary clinical team, comprised of Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists and Mental Health Therapists, along with our developmentally trained paraprofessionals, work in concert upskilling each other to ensure that each child is treated as a functioning whole. Developmental therapy helps the child achieve meaningful gains in cognitive, social, and emotional development.

*Preschool - Young Adult

Positivedevelopment.com

Potomac Community Resources, Inc. (PCR)

Potomac Community Resources, Inc. (PCR) is a private, nonprofit organization that promotes the inclusion of persons with developmental differences, and intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) into all aspects of community life. PCR is an inclusive community of people, with and without I/DD, where our members learn new skills, have fun, and flourish through our programs. PCR’s innovative therapeutic, social, and recreational programs include music enjoyment and performance, therapeutic movement and exercise, respite care for individuals with significant and moderate care needs, communication skills, basketball, art therapy, a social club, photography, information sessions for parents of youth who are transitioning from high school to adult services, and many special events throughout the year.

*Transitioning Youth - Adult

Project Search

The Project SEARCH Transition-to-Work Program is a unique, business-led, one-year employment preparation program that takes place entirely at the workplace. Total workplace immersion facilitates a seamless combination of classroom instruction, career exploration, and hands-on training through internships at up to 3 different worksite rotations. The goal of the program is employment readiness that culminates in individualized job development. Ivymount School is proud to collaborate with SEEC, a local nonprofit that provides community-based employment support to transitioning youth and adults.

*Young Adult

Ivymount.org/projectsearch

Promise Landing Farm

Promise Landing Farm is a creative engine for inclusivity, engaging community members with and without disabilities in meaningful interactions with each other and their equine partners to foster a community where everyone is valued and included. We offer inclusive horseback riding lessons and unmounted equine and farm activities for children and adults with and without disabilities at our two locations in southern Maryland: Upper Marlboro (Prince George’s County) and Nanjemoy (Charles County) We also have volunteer opportunities for ages 13+!

*All Ages

Promiselandingfarm.org

Rebecca Resnik and Associates LLC

For 15 years, Rebecca Resnik and Associates (RRA) has provided excellent neuropsychological/psychological testing, psychotherapy, professional continuing education, and advocacy. Our group practice offers highly personalized care provided by fully licensed, experienced clinicians (no trainees, techs, or students). Clinicians at RRA are highly trained to support clients with diverse abilities and a wide range of support needs. Our offices are sensory friendly and fully ADHD compliant so all can be comfortable. We prioritize making clinical care a good experience for parents and children alike. Our clinical team is committed to applying state of the art assessment and therapy research to your family’s care so your child can reach his/her/their full potential.

*All Ages

Resnikpsychology.com

Renoxx Caregivers

We are Renoxx Caregivers, a licensed home and community-based provider in the state of Maryland and the District of Columbia. Our agency provides integrated support and services to individuals with special needs from childhood through adolescence and continues as they transition into adulthood (DDA and DDS services). We provide supreme quality of care and access to resources and programs to meet the unique needs of each and every individual and family we serve. Our primary goal is to Empower People with Disabilities for Independence.

*All Ages

Renoxxcaregivers.com

RISE DC

RISE DC is an organization offering young adult programming and occupational therapy services. RISE offers young adult day programming, social groups, and skill-based small groups. Our programs focus on community integration, job skills, social participation, and daily living skills. We also offer therapeutic summer camps for young adults. RISE offers occupational therapy, specializing in evaluating and treating clients in all areas of OT including fine motor, sensory integration, visual motor, ADLs, assistive technology, and smart technology. RISE accepts most insurances: DC Medicaid, Maryland Medicaid, HSCSN, and is an approved IDD/IFS Waiver Funded program.

*School Age - Young Adult

Risewithusdc.com

SCI Educational Consultants

SCI Educational Consultants provides case management and family support for students with special needs in IEP/504 planning and development, programming and placement in public and non-public schools. School observations and monitoring for proper design and implementation of services and coordination with family and outside providers to ensure a productive and happy educational experience for the student is ongoing. Dr. Iseman is a Special Education Consultant providing advocacy for students birth through high school. Her experience includes service to students, parents, public and private schools, local courts and organizations as a teacher, administrator, hearing officer and consultant.

*Preschool - School Age

SEEC

SEEC is a progressive nonprofit agency providing a wide range of community supports to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities live lives of their choosing. Our goal is to become a community of excellence that honors, respects and assists people with developmental disabilities as they direct their lives towards work, relationships, recreation, and personal development. Our role is to create supports for people to identify their hopes and dreams, and access the resources needed to achieve them. We aim to provide the highest caliber of community-based, person-directed services through ongoing learning and reflection, strategic planning, and investing in the professional development of our staff. Through our collaborative work with Maryland agencies and providers, we aim to affect policies and funding streams and expand staff development opportunities statewide.

*Adult

Seeconline.org

Shared Horizons, Inc.

Shared Horizons is a 501(c)3 created to administer pooled special needs trusts. We currently manage two types of Trust: The Wesley Vinner Memorial Trust, a self-funded or 1st party trust, has been vetted and approved by Social Security and Medicaid in the District of Columbia, Maryland, Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky. The Shared Horizons 3rd Party Community Trust, because it does not have a Medicaid payback provision, can accept beneficiaries from any state and is typically part of a family member’s estate plan or will. We are available and happy to answer your questions.

*All Ages

Shared-horizons.org

Skill Builders

Skill Builders is a private practice seeking to foster positive changes in the daily lives of children and adults. We provide speech language treatment, occupational therapy, tutoring, social skills groups, and special education consulting services. Our experienced, licensed therapists work with each family to tailor a specific and focused treatment program that meets the unique needs of each child. The specialists draw from a broad range of intervention methods to provide a comprehensive therapy program. Skill Builders is a neurodiverse-affirming practice. We are a LAMP Center of Excellence and DIR Accredited.

*All Ages

Special Olympics Maryland - Young Athletes Program

Special Olympics Maryland’s Young Athletes is a sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages birth to 7 years old. Young Athletes introduces basic sport skills, like running, kicking, and throwing. Young Athletes offers families, teachers, caregivers, and people from the community the chance to share the joy of sports with all children.

*Preschool - School Age

Virtualsomd.com/young-athletes

SPIRIT Club

At SPIRIT Club, we believe exercise is not only essential to living a happy and healthy life, it is also a human right. Therefore, fitness should be made accessible to you, regardless of your circumstance. Whether you’re experienced with exercise or a total beginner; comfortable in gyms or don’t feel like they are the right fit for you; able to participate in typical fitness programs or face limited opportunities due to a disability, SPIRIT Club is the place where you can successfully work toward your fitness goals. We offer personal training and group classes.

*School Age - Adult

Spirit-club.com

Starobin Counseling, LLC

Starobin Counseling works to restore, repair, and reenergize relationships of all sorts. We adapt evidenced-based models to fit the pace and learning styles of our clients. Our counselors provide therapy for autistic and neurotypical children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. We also offer groups. Parents Together is a group for parents of autistics offering social connection and emotional support. Siblings Together does the same for siblings. Our Adult Support Groups offer neuro-affirming and emotionally supportive spaces. Training includes Relational Life Therapy, Family Systems, Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Collaborative Assessment for the Management of Suicide, and trauma work.

*All Ages

Stepping Stones Therapy

Stepping Stones Therapy is a pediatric private practice in Bethesda providing comprehensive Speech Language and Occupational Therapy Evaluations. We offer individual Speech & Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy & Social Skills Groups to children of all ages. We are able to address a wide range of issues including: Expressive & Receptive Language Disorders, Articulation, Speech Motor planning disorders such as Apraxia of Speech, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Pragmatic (social) Language Disorders, Fine & Gross Motor Disorders, Disorders of Motor Planning, Handwriting Skills, Posture, Muscle Tone, Balance, Body Movement, Visual-Spatial Skills, Sensory Integration Disorders, Attention, Arousal and Regulation Disorders.

*Preschool - Young Adult

Steppingstonestherapy.com

The Benedictine School

The Benedictine School is a year round co-ed day and residential school for individuals ages 5-21 with autism, intellectual disability, and multiple disabilities. Founded by the Benedictine Sisters, the school is located on over 100 acres in Caroline County on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. We are approved by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and are accredited through the National Commission for the Accreditation of Special Education Services (NCASES). The mission of The Benedictine School is to help children and adults with developmental disabilities achieve their greatest potential through a collaborative, holistic team approach building on the abilities, strengths, and interests of each child.

*School Age

Benschool.org

The Chesapeake Center for ADHD, Learning and Behavioral Health

The Chesapeake Center has dedicated 35+ years to treating those with ADHD, learning differences, and their many co-occurring conditions. Our clinicians are top specialists in their field, providing individualized care for all ages. We use a solutionfocused approach that highlights strengths. We offer a range of services including: testing and assessment, psychiatry/medication management, therapy, coaching, career counseling, developmental pediatrics, therapeutic placement and more.

*All Ages

The CSahm Foundation for ADHD Educational Services and Support

The CSahm Foundation is committed to providing high-quality academic tutoring and executive function coaching services. We help underserved youth in school and young adults transitioning beyond the K-12 classroom with ADHD and mental health conditions. Our efforts have made a meaningful difference in our students’ and their families’ lives. We believe that, together, we can make a lasting impact on as many learners as possible with neurodiversities.

*School Age - Young Adult

CSahmFoundation.org

The Language and Behavior Center

The Language and Behavior Center provides center-based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and social skills groups to support children’s social emotional development. We believe that a child’s natural environment is the best place for them to learn. Our clinicians follow your child’s lead and incorporate learning opportunities into their play. By using naturally occurring opportunities for skill development, clinicians are able to facilitate learning in an enjoyable way! In addition to center-based ABA and social skills groups, The Language and Behavior Center offers speech therapy, occupational therapy, and in-home ABA.

*Preschool - School Age

Tl-bc.com

The Maddux School

The Maddux School is an early childhood program providing a small, supportive, transdisciplinary learning environment for Pre-K through Second Grade children who may need extra support during their first years of school. Differentiated academics, integrated speech and occupational therapy, a unique social learning curriculum and innovative teaching strategies support each student’s learning style. The mission of The Maddux School is to promote strong academic, communication and social foundations in a warm, nurturing setting.

*Preschool - School Age

The Social Coach,LLC

The Social Coach, LLC provides services to families and professionals who support children and teens with social challenges. In collaboration with the family, we develop a personalized plan to help your child navigate their social world. We provide resources, information and strategies to help your child thrive. Our coaching programs are designed to empower the family and allow you to be your child’s best advocate. Observations at school/home, individual speech therapy, PEERs program and consultations with your child’s team are available. We will be there for you, your child, and your family. Schedule a complimentary “Chat with Sue” at www.thesocialcoach.net

*All Ages

Thesocialcoach.net

The Stixrud Group

The Stixrud Group is a group of neuropsychologists and clinical psychologists who specialize in the evaluation of children, adolescents and adults with learning, attention, social or emotional difficulties. We are committed to the alleviation of suffering for our clients and their families by removing any blocks to their experiencing happiness and fulfillment in life. We believe this is accomplished by helping our clients understand themselves. Our goal is to use our professional knowledge and skills to help people achieve educational and professional success, emotional healing and interpersonal harmony in their relationships

*All Ages Stixrud.com

Upcounty Community Resources, Inc.

Upcounty Community Resources, Inc. (UCR) is a private, non-profit organization that believes we are enriched by all persons in our community. We promote the full inclusion of persons with developmental and intellectual differences into every aspect of community life. Our goal is to empower our members to step into new relationships, job opportunities or social activities. We serve the entire person/family by offering respite, vocational training, therapeutic programs, and a variety of social opportunities.

*Adult

Verbal Beginnings

Verbal Beginnings, a leading provider of comprehensive autism services, is thrilled to announce the opening of a new location in Annapolis, Maryland, serving the greater Anne Arundel County region. Set to open summer 2024, this state-of-the-art center will provide Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services for children aged 18 months to 6 years, plus Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), Occupational Therapy (OT), and various parent trainings and events, making Verbal Beginnings the provider of choice for families with children on the Autism Spectrum. With a commitment to maintaining a 1:1 ratio of care, the new center will continue to prioritize individualized attention and support for each child.

*Preschool - School Age

Verbalbeginnings.com

Washington Behavioral Medicine Associates, LLC

We believe in providing empathic, personalized, science-based treatments and support. We identify strengths, vulnerabilities, neurodiversity, and diagnoses accurately. Our support and treatments rely upon a thorough understanding of each individual’s medical and developmental history and identified needs. They may include the integration of medication, neuromodulation (TMS, eTNS, tDCS, and others), comprehensive psychological testing, psychotherapies, expressive arts therapies, coaching, psychiatric genetics and pharmacogenetics, personal and family-based care, diet and supplements, and adequate sleep and reasonable exercise. Treatment and support plans are based on each individual’s needs.

*All Ages

Wbma.cc

Weinfeld Education Group

Weinfeld Education Group is an advocacy and assessment group which strives to help all students reach their potential. We focus on students who face the increased obstacles presented by their learning challenges or disabilities and are in need of special education or other educational support services. We advocate for students in school meetings, help resolve disputes between parents and schools, and offer expert witness services. WEG provides services in Maryland, Virginia, and DC.

*Preschool - Young Adult

Xceptional Opportunities

Xceptional Opportunities (XO) is a person-centered vocational program for adults with intellectual disabilities and other learning differences. XO fosters meaningful vocational experiences where program participants learn a variety of job skills through small business initiatives. Currently, XO has two such initiatives: a vending business (Xceptional Snacks) and a garden/farm experience (Xceptional Gardening). Xceptional Snacks provides high quality snacks to businesses throughout Montgomery County, Maryland, while Xceptional Gardening is a care farm that produces and provides fresh produce to families in need. For more information about programming, please reach out to us at info@xceptionalopps.org

*Transitioning Youth - Adult

Xceptionalopps.org

About Ivymount

A nonprofit organization that provides trusted educational, therapeutic and professional services and products that invest in the abilities of neurodiverse children and young adults.

We are committed to:

Growth

Helping young people live their most fulfilling lives

Collaboration

Leading the way in education, training, and outreach

Partnership

Connecting and caring for our community

DRIVING FORWARD WITH MOMENTUM

How does an organization continue to have momentum into its seventh decade? By driving forward with the formula that has been so effective since 1961! We recognize needs and meet them with compassionate and evidence-based practices, we collaborate with community partners, and we invest in staff excellence for the greatest impact at Ivymount and beyond.

By staying true to our mission and working with our community, we will continue to lead the way with effective services that help our unique learners live their best lives. Let’s go!

www.ivymount.org/six-decades