💙 Supporting Our  IDD Community With Trusted Resources
Welcome to the Caregiver Resource Hub — a growing collection of trusted tools, guides, and supports for individuals, families, guardians, and professionals in the IDD community. We’ve gathered reliable state and national resources to help you stay informed and connected, no matter where you are on your journey.
National Resources
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The Arc of the United States – National advocacy organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and families – https://thearc.org
American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) – Professional association focused on research, policy, and best practices for IDD – https://aaidd.org
National Disability Institute (NDI) – Disability-focused organization on financial empowerment, work, and ABLE accounts – https://nationaldisabilityinstitute.org
National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services (NASDDDS) – Supports state agencies that manage IDD services and HCBS systems – https://nasddds.org
Administration for Community Living (ACL) – Federal agency promoting community living, independence, and inclusion for people with disabilities – https://acl.gov
Best Buddies International – Programs for friendship, employment, leadership, and inclusive living for people with IDD – https://bestbuddies.org
Special Olympics – Sports, health, and leadership programs for people with IDD worldwide – https://specialolympics.org
National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS) – Advocacy, policy, and community resources for people with Down syndrome and their families – https://ndss.org
Autism Society of America – Nationwide support, advocacy, and local resources for autistic individuals and families – https://autismsociety.org
National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) / Centers for Independent Living – Promotes independent living and self-advocacy for people with disabilities – https://ncil.org
The National Association for the Dually Diagnosed (NADD) – Focuses on people with IDD and co-occurring mental health needs – https://thenadd.org
Association of University Centers on Disabilities (AUCD) – Network of university centers improving research, training, and services for people with disabilities – https://aucd.org
Easterseals – Provides disability services including therapy, early intervention, employment, and caregiver support – https://www.easterseals.com
TASH – Advocacy organization advancing inclusion and human rights for people with significant disabilities – https://tash.org
Wrightslaw – Special education law and advocacy information for families and professionals – https://wrightslaw.com
National Council on Disability (NCD) – Independent federal advisory body on national disability policy – https://ncd.gov
PACER Center – National Parent Center on Transition & Employment – Resources for youth with disabilities and their families – https://pacer.org/transition
ABLE National Resource Center (ANRC) – Information hub on ABLE savings accounts for people with disabilities – https://ablenrc.org
National Youth Leadership Network (NYLN) – Youth-led disability organization promoting leadership and advocacy (archive/resources) – http://nyln.org
ARCH National Respite Network – Connects families and caregivers with respite care information and provider directories – https://archrespite.org
💙 State-Specific IDD Resources
Below you’ll find curated state-by-state resource lists for Texas, Indiana, Georgia, Ohio, Tennessee, and Idaho. These links provide direct access to local IDD services, state agencies, advocacy organizations, and community support networks. Each list is designed to help individuals, families, and guardians more easily navigate services close to home and stay connected to the supports available in their community.
Resources By Market
Select your state to view local IDD services, support options, and helpful information for individuals, families, and referral partners. Each market page highlights the programs and care available in your community.
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