Special Needs

growing great children in Lenawee county MI

Early On

If you're concerned about your child's development, don't worry, but don't wait. Lenawee's Early On staff can provide answers to your questions and help you to evaluate your child's development. Call 517.265.1788 or 517.263.8931. More information and free materials are available at www.1800EarlyOn.org

Evaluations

The Lenawee Intermediate School District provides special education evaluations and support services for children birth to age 5.  Families or school personnel can contact Beth Robinson at 517.265.1679.  to set up screening appointments and to learn more.


Michigan Association for Deaf, Hearing and Speech Impaired
For Information, interpreters and support, call: 800.968.7327

Katy M. Weiks, M.S.W of Parkside Family Counseling
in Adrian offers child and family therapy IN YOUR HOME. 
Office: 517.266.8880 - Cell: 517.605.2491

Autism HOPE
(Help, Options & Parent Education)
provides support, resources and education for all family members affected by autism.  Contact Jennifer Landstrom at 517.918.1516 or email jennifer@autismhopeoflenawee.org.

Respite Care - Lenawee ISD and the Lenawee Parent Advisory Committee took on the challenge of soliciting names of residents who agreed to have their name on a Respite Care Provider list.  Background/reference checks are the responsibility of each family.  If your organization has persons who would like to be added as a respite care provider, please have them contact John Murray at the LISD, 517-265-1682.

University of Michigan Early Steps Study
UM Autism & Communication Disorders Center can help with identification and treatment for children 12-24 months with early signs of autism. Call 734.936.8600 or visit www.umaccweb.com for more information

Support Groups:

  • Down Syndrome Family and Child Support Group
    Email April Berendt at april67218@yahoo.com for more information or call Joe Baker at 517.263.8931
  • Special Needs Support Group
    For parents caring for children or adults with special needs 2nd Thursday of the month.
    Contact Community Mental Health at 517.263.8905 for details
  • Autism Hope - Support group for families and children with autism
    1st Tuesday and 3rd Thursday at Porter Center
    For more information contactjennifer@autismhopeoflenawee.org.
    www.autismhopeoflenawee.webs.com