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Disabilities
The National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities is the center that provides information to the nation on:
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disabilities in children and youth; |
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programs and services for infants, children, and youth with disabilities; |
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IDEA, the nation's special education law; |
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No Child Left Behind, the nation's general education law; and |
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research-based information on effective practices for children with disabilities. |
Anyone can use our services—families, educators, administrators, journalists, students. Our special focus is children and youth (birth to age 22). Here, on our Web site, you'll find an abundance of information on:
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Specific disabilities |
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Early intervention services for infants and toddlers |
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Special education and related services for children in school |
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Research on effective educational practices |
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Resources and connections in every state |
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IEPs (individualized education programs) |
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Parent materials |
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Disability organizations |
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Professional associations |
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Education rights and what the law requires |
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Transition to adult life |
Address:
P.O. Box 1492
Washington, DC 20013
Call: (800) 695-0285
Fax: (202) 884-8441
Email: nichcy@aed.org |
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