Epilepsy Foundation of Southeast Tennessee

Epilepsy and seizure disorders are defined as neurological disorders marked by sudden, recurrent episodes of sensory disturbance, loss of consciousness, and/or convulsions and are associated with abnormal electrical surges in the brain. Epilepsy Facts: 1 in 100 people have active epilepsy in the United States There are over 20 types of seizures 1 in 26…

Parent Mentor Certification

Reaching Families with Special Needs.  LifeLine will be presenting a complete series of workshops over the next year that will equip you to advocate for your child.  These training opportunities will help you better understand special education proceedings and other service delivery systems.  Parent Mentor Certification consists of a minimum number of hours of training…

Angelman Syndrome Foundation

Angelman syndrome (AS) is a rare neuro-genetic disorder that occurs in one in 15,000 live births. Angelman syndrome is often misdiagnosed as cerebral palsy or autism due to lack of awareness. Characteristics of the disorder include developmental delay, lack of speech, seizures, and walking and balance disorders. Individuals with Angelman syndrome will require life-long care.…

ARCC–Applied Resources of Chattooga County

Mission Statement: The Arc of Chattooga County promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and actively supports their full inclusion and participation into the community throughout their lifetimes What began as a grassroots effort of family and friends of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, The Arc of Chattooga…

Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency

VR operates five integrated and interdependent statutory programs that share a primary goal–to help people with disabilities to become fully productive members of society by achieving independence and meaningful employment.    If eligible, VR could work for you–discuss the imact of your disability on your ability to work, develop a work plan, outlining responsibilities and services…

Talisman programs

Talisman programs provide exceptional ADHD, Autism, and Asperger camp opportunities for young people, ages 6-22 with Autism Spectrum disorders, ADHD and other learning differences.  There are several activities that consist of for this camp.  They are:  read more

Sequel Youth and Family Services

Sequel Youth and Family Services is a privately owned company that develops and operates programs for people with behavioral, emotional, or physical challenges. Our mission is to prepare our clients to lead responsible and fulfilling lives by providing mentoring, education, and living support within a safe, structured, dynamic environment — whether on one of our…

Rising Above Ministries

Bringing the love of God and hope in Christ to special-needs families with support, encouragement inspiration, and community. Get involved today.  The mission and vision of Rising Above is to bring the love of God and hope in Christ to special-needs families with support, encouragement inspiration, and community. Rising Above Ministries was birthed in 2005,…