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Ability Online Support Network
Support Group - Youth With Disabilities
Advice, support and comfort for people and their families
Description
A group of people that meet on a regular basis to share their experiences and provide mutual support.
Additional Information
Ability Online members have 24/7, free access to friendship, support, sharing of information and skill development opportunities in a monitored and family-friendly environment.
Online social support is available in 4 areas:
- For Kids and Teens
- For Young Adults (including information and tools for Transition to Adulthood)
- For parents and caregivers
- For professionals (health care and education)
Once registered, for safety, you have access to:
- Discussions with people of the same age, or who are interested in the same topic
- Role models and mentors
- Skill and confidence development opportunities
- Fun stuff - books for every reading level, games, activity ideas
- Resources and connections for parents and professionals
Features
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Area Served by County
- Statewide
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Client Conveniences
- Assistance with community resources
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Service Availability
- 24 hours a day
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Specialization
- Children and/or youth with disabilities
- Disabilities
- Family
Application Instructions
Go here to begin the registration process There is a screening process which involves a phone call, because this has kept kids safe for over 20 years, and then login and explore the possibilities. To register:
- Read the terms of use - important rules about using the tools
- Fill out your membership form
- You will get a phone call to finish registration
Fee
Free
Location
Area Served
International
Phone Numbers
- Primary Contact for this program: 866-650-6207
- Main - Office in Canada: 416-650-6207
Websites
Last Update
11/22/2024