FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT SPECIAL NEEDS RESOURCE GUIDE

 ADVOCACY 

SOUTHFIELD CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT
85 Old Kings Highway N., Darien
203-202-7654

The Southfield Center for Development is a family-centered, interdisciplinary practice dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluation and care to children and adolescents not achieving their full potential. Our team of more than twenty skilled practitioners offers an integrated approach to the learning, emotional, behavioral, and medical issues that impact our children, including: academic challenges, poor organization/attention skills including AD/HD, social/emotional/behavioral challenges, speech/language delays, autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and nutritional concerns.

BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT/APPLIED BEHAVIORAL ANALYSIS

The SEED Center
30 Buxton Farm Road, Suite 105, Stamford
203-674-8200
The SEED Center Special Needs Summer Program
Email info@seedautismcenter.com

The SEED Center is a therapeutic center for children and adolescents with special needs, including Autism. The center offers a variety of services such as ABA, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. State-of-the-art technology is used, including iPads and multi-touch Smart Boards. Professionals coordinate treatment goals to maximize progress. Parents can rely on The SEED Center to provide therapeutic tools, training, and facility accommodations. Children can look forward to a fun, engaging, and social learning environment. We are an in network provider with United Healthcare.

CAMPS 

TOTAL LEARNING AND THERAPY CENTER
5893 Main St., Trumbull
203-268-8852

Total Learning and Therapy Center is dedicated to meeting the complex needs of children and adults who experience learning-related vision, sensory, motor and speech and language difficulties. TLTC provides comprehensive and individual care through collaborative efforts of our interdisciplinary team of skilled professionals. In addition to vision, occupational and speech and language therapy TLTC provides psychological services, social skill training, behavioral modification services, group programs, art classes, tutoring, summer learning camp and free evening seminars.

DOCTORS & MEDICAL PROVIDERS

HEALTHY CHILD, THE 
745 Post Road, Darien
203-655-6000

The Healthy Child, a Darien pediatric practice, is completely committed to caring for your child and your entire family with warmth and compassion. The Healthy Child is a small, intimate practice where the doctors give personal attention to every child. The practice also offers a variety of support groups for their patients such as New Mom Groups, Asthma Support Groups and Food Allergy Groups. 

SOUTHFIELD CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT
85 Old Kings Highway N., Darien
203-202-7654

The Southfield Center for Development is a family-centered, interdisciplinary practice dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluation and care to children and adolescents not achieving their full potential. Our team of more than twenty skilled practitioners offers an integrated approach to the learning, emotional, behavioral, and medical issues that impact our children, including: academic challenges, poor organization/attention skills including AD/HD, social/emotional/behavioral challenges, speech/language delays, autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and nutritional concerns.

LEGAL/FINANCIAL/FUTURE PLANNING

BELTRANO LAW
170 Mason St., Greenwich
203-340-2610
Email info@cthealthcareattorney.com

Every child deserves the best opportunities. We advocate today for your loved one’s tomorrow. Providing client-focused solutions, Beltrano Law strives to help parents and families establish care plans that promote a child or loved one's continued quality of life as well as provide the legal protections needed for a more secure future. Services include, but are not limited to, education and accommodation advocacy, guardianships, and special needs trusts. The firm is led by attorney and registered nurse Michelle Beltrano.

MENTAL HEALTH 

SOUTHFIELD CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT
85 Old Kings Highway N., Darien
203-202-7654

The Southfield Center for Development is a family-centered, interdisciplinary practice dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluation and care to children and adolescents not achieving their full potential. Our team of more than twenty skilled practitioners offers an integrated approach to the learning, emotional, behavioral, and medical issues that impact our children, including: academic challenges, poor organization/attention skills including AD/HD, social/emotional/behavioral challenges, speech/language delays, autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and nutritional concerns. 

ST. VINCENT'S AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
47 Long Lots Road, Westport
203-341-4501
Email acallagy@stvincents.org

St. Vincent’s Autism and Developmental Services offers a strength-based and individualized approach to meet the unique and complex needs of children with developmental disorders and their families. We provide children and teen social skills groups, sibling groups, parent support groups and parent workshops. In addition, the center’s multi-disciplinary team offers diagnostic testing and evaluation; clinical counseling for the individual, child and family; community resource coordination and educational support. Insurance is accepted for many of our services.

OCCUPATIONAL/PHYSICAL THERAPY

SOUTHFIELD CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT
85 Old Kings Highway N., Darien
203-202-7654

The Southfield Center for Development is a family-centered, interdisciplinary practice dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluation and care to children and adolescents not achieving their full potential. Our team of more than twenty skilled practitioners offers an integrated approach to the learning, emotional, behavioral, and medical issues that impact our children, including: academic challenges, poor organization/attention skills including AD/HD, social/emotional/behavioral challenges, speech/language delays, autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and nutritional concerns. 

TOTAL LEARNING AND THERAPY CENTER
5893 Main St., Trumbull
203-268-8852

Total Learning and Therapy Center is dedicated to meeting the complex needs of children and adults who experience learning-related vision, sensory, motor and speech and language difficulties. TLTC provides comprehensive and individual care through collaborative efforts of our interdisciplinary team of skilled professionals. In addition to vision, occupational and speech and language therapy TLTC provides psychological services, social skill training, behavioral modification services, group programs, art classes, tutoring, summer learning camp and free evening seminars.

RECREATION/SOCIALIZATION PROGRAMS

BRAIN BALANCE ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF NORWALK
15 Cross St., Norwalk
203-286-7428
49 W. Allendale Ave. 
Allendale, NJ 07401 
201-825-1030

At Brain Balance Achievement Centers, we don’t just work with a child’s strengths or provide strategies to compensate for a weakness, we tackle your child’s learning, behavioral or developmental challenge head on, by addressing the core issues at the most fundamental level. We integrate cognitive, sensory-motor and nutritional training into a unique, drug-free, whole-child approach that goes beyond the symptoms to address root causes. Call our center today to learn more or schedule a comprehensive assessment.

PUMP IT UP 
145 Main St., Norwalk
203-838-5867

Pump It Up has partnered with Autism Speaks and is proud to offer Sensory Jump Time, a program open to all children on the autism spectrum and their families. Children will have the opportunity to make new friends, jump, slide and play sensory-friendly games within a controlled, safe and supportive atmosphere. The variety of our giant inflatables provide a great environment to work on coordination, balance and motor skills while having a great time!

ST. VINCENT'S AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES
47 Long Lots Road, Westport
203-341-4501
Email acallagy@stvincents.org

St. Vincent’s Autism and Developmental Services offers a strength-based and individualized approach to meet the unique and complex needs of children with developmental disorders and their families. We provide children and teen social skills groups, sibling groups, parent support groups and parent workshops. In addition, the center’s multi-disciplinary team offers diagnostic testing and evaluation; clinical counseling for the individual, child and family; community resource coordination and educational support. Insurance is accepted for many of our services.

SCHOOLS 

VILLA MARIA SCHOOL
161 Sky Meadow Drive, Stamford
203-322-5886

Our mission is to develop the full potential of learning disabled students. Villa Maria’s education helps children who learn differently acquire knowledge, skills, and increase the self-acceptance and self-esteem necessary to become responsible adults. We advocate for and promote understanding of learning disabilities by working to eliminate prejudice and discrimination. We believe that education must be patient, compassionate and creative, affirm the dignity and giftedness of each person, and promote the acceptance of diversity.

SENSORY INTEGRATION 

BRAIN BALANCE ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF NORWALK
15 Cross St., Norwalk
203-286-7428
49 W. Allendale Ave. 
Allendale, NJ 07401 
201-825-1030

At Brain Balance Achievement Centers, we don’t just work with a child’s strengths or provide strategies to compensate for a weakness, we tackle your child’s learning, behavioral or developmental challenge head on, by addressing the core issues at the most fundamental level. We integrate cognitive, sensory-motor and nutritional training into a unique, drug-free, whole-child approach that goes beyond the symptoms to address root causes. Call our center today to learn more or schedule a comprehensive assessment.

PUMP IT UP 
145 Main St., Norwalk
203-838-5867

Pump It Up has partnered with Autism Speaks and is proud to offer Sensory Jump Time, a program open to all children on the autism spectrum and their families. Children will have the opportunity to make new friends, jump, slide and play sensory-friendly games within a controlled, safe and supportive atmosphere. The variety of our giant inflatables provide a great environment to work on coordination, balance and motor skills while having a great time!

SERVING MULTIPLE DISABILITIES/OFFERING A VARIETY OF SERVICES

The SEED Center
30 Buxton Farm Road, Suite 105 , Stamford
203-674-8200
The SEED Center Special Needs Summer Program
Email info@seedautismcenter.com

The SEED Center is a therapeutic center for children and adolescents with special needs, including Autism. The center offers a variety of services such as ABA, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. State-of-the-art technology is used, including iPads and multi-touch Smart Boards. Professionals coordinate treatment goals to maximize progress. Parents can rely on The SEED Center to provide therapeutic tools, training, and facility accommodations. Children can look forward to a fun, engaging, and social learning environment. We are an in network provider with United Healthcare. 

ST. VINCENT'S SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES
95 Merritt Blvd., Trumbull
203-386-2715

St. Vincent’s Special Needs Services provides a comprehensive range of programs and services for children and adults with multiple developmental disabilities and complex medical needs from birth through the senior years. Seventy students currently attend its special education school located at the FEROLETO Children’s Development Center in Trumbull. Day programs for adults are located in Stratford and Norwalk, and 12 group homes with 24/7 care for adults and children are located in Fairfield County communities.

SOCIAL SERVICES 

ST. VINCENT'S SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES
95 Merritt Blvd., Trumbull
203-386-2715

St. Vincent’s Special Needs Services provides a comprehensive range of programs and services for children and adults with multiple developmental disabilities and complex medical needs from birth through the senior years. Seventy students currently attend its special education school located at the FEROLETO Children’s Development Center in Trumbull. Day programs for adults are located in Stratford and Norwalk, and 12 group homes with 24/7 care for adults and children are located in Fairfield County communities.

SPECIAL EDUCATION

BRAIN BALANCE ACHIEVEMENT CENTER OF NORWALK
15 Cross St., Norwalk
203-286-7428
49 W. Allendale Ave. 
Allendale, NJ 07401 
201-825-1030

At Brain Balance Achievement Centers, we don’t just work with a child’s strengths or provide strategies to compensate for a weakness, we tackle your child’s learning, behavioral or developmental challenge head on, by addressing the core issues at the most fundamental level. We integrate cognitive, sensory-motor and nutritional training into a unique, drug-free, whole-child approach that goes beyond the symptoms to address root causes. Call our center today to learn more or schedule a comprehensive assessment.

SOUTHFIELD CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT
85 Old Kings Highway N., Darien
203-202-7654

The Southfield Center for Development is a family-centered, interdisciplinary practice dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluation and care to children and adolescents not achieving their full potential. Our team of more than twenty skilled practitioners offers an integrated approach to the learning, emotional, behavioral, and medical issues that impact our children, including: academic challenges, poor organization/attention skills including AD/HD, social/emotional/behavioral challenges, speech/language delays, autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and nutritional concerns.

SPEECH THERAPY 

SOUTHFIELD CENTER FOR DEVELOPMENT
85 Old Kings Highway N., Darien
203-202-7654

The Southfield Center for Development is a family-centered, interdisciplinary practice dedicated to providing comprehensive evaluation and care to children and adolescents not achieving their full potential. Our team of more than twenty skilled practitioners offers an integrated approach to the learning, emotional, behavioral, and medical issues that impact our children, including: academic challenges, poor organization/attention skills including AD/HD, social/emotional/behavioral challenges, speech/language delays, autism spectrum disorders and related developmental disabilities, learning disabilities, and nutritional concerns.

VOCATIONAL TRAINING/EDUCATION

The SEED Center
30 Buxton Farm Road, Suite 105 , Stamford
203-674-8200
The SEED Center Special Needs Summer Program
Email info@seedautismcenter.com

The SEED Center is a therapeutic center for children and adolescents with special needs, including Autism. The center offers a variety of services such as ABA, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. State-of-the-art technology is used, including iPads and multi-touch Smart Boards. Professionals coordinate treatment goals to maximize progress. Parents can rely on The SEED Center to provide therapeutic tools, training, and facility accommodations. Children can look forward to a fun, engaging, and social learning environment. We are an in network provider with United Healthcare.