Developmental

First Steps EIP is a program that matches the unique needs of infants and toddlers who have developmental delays, or a birth condition that could cause a developmental delay, with Early Intervention services and resources within the community.If you have a child that is under three years old, First Steps may provide developmental services and other resources to help your child meet his or her maximum potential. Services provided include (but are not limited to): screenings, evaluations and assessments, Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), Early Intervention services, and transition plans to preschool services under Part B of IDEA, or other programs.

Enhancing the abilities and promoting the independence of persons with intellectual and related developmental disabilities by providing quality care, comprehensive services and family support, with dignity and respect.

South Mississippi Regional Center supports Mississippians with intellectual and developmental disabilities, using a person-centered approach, by promoting active partnerships to enhance each persons quality of life and independence through choice of living, working and learning.

Oak Circle Center is a diagnostic evaluation and short-term treatment unit for children and adolescents between the ages of four years and 17 years-11 months. This unit consists of five wards: two for adolescent males, two for adolescent females and one for young children. Specialized services are provided for children and adolescents who may have impaired emotional, social, psychological or academic functioning. Education services are provided through Lakeside School, which is fully accredited by the Mississippi State Department of Education.

The Institute for Disability Studies is all about people. For over 30 years, IDS has worked to provide technical assistance, training, resources and supports for Mississippians with disabilities and their families. We like to think we are providing pathways to a better life for people of all ages infants, toddlers, school-age children, youth, workers, parents, families and seniors.

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The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics Athletes and their communities.

Mustard-seed is a faith based organization that offers services for those with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Services include groups homes, art classes/sessions, day programs, off campus activities and more.

Offers a variety of programs, resources and information for persons with disabilities. MSD has served thousands of Mississippi children and adults living with disabilities since 1959. We are a 501 (c) 3 statewide non-profit organization and a registered charity with the Mississippi Secretary of State. To support our unique programs and services, we depend on funding from donations from individuals and corporations, grants from foundations, and proceeds from special fund raising events.

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MSCDD is an appointed group of people designed to support individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and the community they live. We are not a direct service organization, but develop strategies to support advocacy systems change, and capacity building for the people we advocate

Provides integrated housing for those with mild developmental disabilities.

The Arc of Lowndes County is a non-profit organization of parents, professionals, volunteers and others concerned with the well being of children and adults with developmental disabilites.

The mission of Special Olympics is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for all children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics Athletes and their community.

We are a fun, educational, interactive Center/ Museum for children that includes exhibits and programming for families. We are a non-profit organization.

Ameican Red Cross

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