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Find Support

Trusted programs, organizations, and community resources that support families raising children with disabilities in Nevada.

Trusted programs, organizations, and community resources that support families raising children with disabilities in Nevada.

The Find Support section helps families identify where to go for assistance by organizing trusted programs, organizations, and community resources by category.

This section focuses on access to services and opportunities. It does not explain how disability systems work or provide individualized guidance.

Looking for explanations of Medicaid, insurance, education systems, or disability programs?
Visit our Learn section for clear, family-friendly information about how systems work and how to prepare for next steps.

Support & Navigation Pages

These pages provide ways for families to connect with other caregivers and ask questions when trying to understand disability services and support systems.

Use the links below to connect with other families or submit questions when you need help understanding available services or support systems.

Medical & Insurance Support

These organizations help families access health coverage, medical assistance, and autism-related services in Nevada through direct programs, applications, or referrals.

Suggested resources:

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  • Nevada Department of Human Services – Medical Assistance
    Helps families apply for Medicaid, Nevada Check Up (children’s health insurance), and other medical assistance programs for low-income households and people with disabilities.

  • Nevada 211 – Disability & Medical Expense Assistance
    A statewide directory where you can search for programs that help with medical expenses, disability benefits, and autism support services.

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  • Autism Treatment Assistance Program (ATAP)
    A Nevada state program that helps families of children with autism access behavior treatment by providing financial assistance and support.

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Adaptive Equipment & Assistive Technology

These resources support families in finding, borrowing, or receiving help paying for adaptive, medical, and assistive equipment that improves daily living and independence.

Suggested resources:

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  • Nevada Assistive Technology Collaborative (NATC)
    Provides information, device demonstrations, short-term loans, and training on assistive technology to help children and adults with disabilities live more independently.

  • Nevada 211 – Assistive Technology Programs
    A searchable directory of programs that provide or help pay for assistive equipment like wheelchairs, communication devices, and mobility aids.

  • Adaptive Equipment – Southern Nevada Center for Independent Living (SNCIL)
    Connects families with local and national programs offering free or low-cost adaptive equipment, along with guidance on what might be most helpful.

  • Little Miss Hannah Foundation – Medical/Therapy Equipment Assistance
    Helps families of children with critical or medically complex conditions (under 18) with assistance for medical and therapy equipment not fully covered by insurance.

Parent Education & IEP Support

These organizations provide parent education, training, advocacy support, and guidance related to IEPs, special education services, and transition planning.

Suggested resources:

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  • Nevada PEP (Parents Encouraging Parents)
    A statewide family organization that offers training, workshops, and one-on-one support for parents of children with disabilities (ages 0–26), including IEP help and transition planning.

  • FEAT of Southern Nevada – Support Programs
    Provides scholarships for special education advocacy, including help reviewing IEPs, attending school meetings, and supporting families through the IEP process.

  • Vegas PBS Special Needs Resource Library
    A free-loan educational media library for Nevada families and professionals, offering videos, materials, and tools to support children with special needs.

Mental Health & Counseling Support

These providers offer mental health and counseling services for children, adolescents, and families, including support for developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Suggested resources:

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  • UNLV Health – Mojave Counseling (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
    Provides outpatient mental health services for children, adolescents, and adults, including those with psychiatric disabilities, through a multidisciplinary team.

  • Nevada Mental Health – Child & Pediatric Psychiatry (Las Vegas)
    Offers mental health care for children and teens, including evaluation and ongoing psychiatric support.

  • Desert Parkway – Special Needs & Autism Treatment Program
    Provides trauma-informed behavioral healthcare and specialized programs for patients with special needs, including autism, with a 24/7 helpline.

  • Neubauer Mental Health Services (NMHS)
    Offers outpatient therapy specifically tailored to individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families.

Sensory-Friendly Places & Activities (Las Vegas)

These resources highlight sensory-friendly or sensory-inclusive activities and spaces designed to reduce barriers and support meaningful community participation.

Suggested resources:

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  • Opportunity Village – Sensory-Friendly Activities & Programs
    A local nonprofit serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities; they also highlight accessible and sensory-friendly activities in the community.

  • The Smith Center – Sensory Inclusive Performances
    Offers ongoing sensory-inclusive performances that adjust sound, lighting, and environment to better support guests on the autism spectrum and others with sensory needs.

  • BeLikeBuddy – Nevada Sensory-Friendly Listings
    Lists sensory-friendly and autism-friendly events and businesses, including museums, theaters, and other attractions.

General Disability Resource Hub

These hubs connect families to multiple types of disability-related services in one place, including health, education, financial assistance, advocacy, and daily living supports.

Suggested resources:

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  • Nevada 211 – Disability Services
    A centralized directory for disability services statewide, including daily living skills, medical expense assistance, autism support, disability benefits, and more.

  • Disability Help Center Nevada – Resources
    Lists local health department clinics, disability offices, and other community resources that may be useful for families.

  • Nevada Disability Advocacy & Law Center (NDALC)
    Offers legal advocacy and assistance on issues such as early intervention, special education, and Medicaid denials for people with disabilities.

Family Navigation & Peer Support (Nevada)

Some families benefit from one-to-one navigation and peer support when systems feel overwhelming.

Suggested resources:

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  • Nevada Family Navigation Network (Family-to-Family Health Information Center) – Individualized support from trained family navigators to help families understand health coverage, benefits, and community resources.

  • Parent to Parent of Nevada – Peer-to-peer emotional and practical support from trained parent mentors.

For explanations of how health and insurance systems work, see our Insurance Supports Learn page.

This website provides resource listings for informational purposes only. AJ Family Support Foundation does not endorse any provider or service. Please verify all licenses and qualifications before using any service.

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