Resources Through Related Links
www.dhs.state.ia.us
The Department of Human Services site offers a great deal of information regarding mental health and disabilities issues and how to go about receiving services.
www.cms.hhs.gov
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services will answer many of your questions for qualification and much more.
www.state.ia.us/government/dia/index
The Department of Inspections and Appeals (DIA) is a multifaceted regulatory agency charged with protecting the health, safety and well being of Iowans. The agency is responsible for inspecting, licensing and/or certifying health care providers and more.
www.ddcec.org
The Division on Developmental Disabilities (DDD) of the Council on Exceptional Children (CEC) is a professional organization inclusive of educators, therapists, direct service providers, paraeducators, family members, and others providing a full range of supports, services, and accommodations to individuals with cognitive disabilities/mental retardation, autism, and related disabilities in educational, community living, and employment environments.
www.nationalrehab.org
The National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) is a member organization whose mission is to promote ethical and excellent practice in rehabilitation. You will find a great deal of legislative information at this site.
www.nami.org
NAMI (National Alliance Mental Illness) is a nonprofit, grassroots, self-help, support and advocacy organization of consumers, families, and friends of people with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic and other severe anxiety disorders, autism and pervasive developmental disorders, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and other severe and persistent mental illnesses that affect the brain.
www.thenadd.org
NADD (National Association for the Dually Diagnosed) is the leading North American expert in providing professionals, educators, policy makers, and families with education, training, and information on mental health issues relating to persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
www.ancor.org
ANCOR (American Network of Community Options and Resources) is a nonprofit trade association representing private providers who provide supports and services to people with disabilities. ANCOR is distinguished in this industry by its balance of leading practices resources and advocacy for member agencies and the people and families they serve and support.
www.autism-pdd.net
Autism-PDD.Net is an information and resource site for parents of children and caregivers coping with Autism. They provide a online support community forum for you and parents to express your thoughts, ideas and seek help. They will continue to provide the most current information to help you.
www.universallifestiles.com
Universal Lifestiles is a nationally acclaimed company that provides cutting edge training, technical assistance and consultation to organizations that offer supports and services for individuals with disabilities. Universal Lifestiles develops and markets best practice training materials that enhance the skills, competencies and sensitivities of staff, family members and significant others.
www.ime.state.ia.us
Iowa Medicaid Enterprise is an endeavor that unites State staff and "Best of Breed" contractors into a performance-based model for administration of the Medicaid program.