Links and Resources
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The Heart of Texas Region MHMR takes pride in working with two outside groups in supporting advocacy programs for its consumers. Center consumers are urged to contact the appropriate group to promote self-advocacy.
The ARC of McLennan County The Arc of McLennan County is a non-profit United Way agency serving the needs of individuals with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities and their families through a Self Advocacy program for adults, and an inclusive summer program for individuals ages 7 to 22. Other programs include The Parent Connection, a family support program, After School Care, Best Buddies, The Talent Link Project, and an Information and Referral program. Please contact the Arc at (254) 756-7491 for further information.
National Alliance on Mental Illness - Waco (NAMI-Waco) The National Alliance on Mental Illness-Waco (NAMI-Waco) is a grass roots self-help support and advocacy organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with severe mental illness. The NAMI-Waco organization offers monthly program and support group meetings. The primary goals are family support and education for information and empowerment. NAMI-Waco helps reduce stigma and advocates for improved service delivery and research at the national, state and local levels.
In addition, The Heart of Texas Region MHMR is a member of the following group:
Local Support GroupsAll of the following groups meet at the DePaul Center. Call 254-776-5970 for more information. No pre-registration or commitment to returning is required for any of the groups. All of these groups are free.
Depression Support Group - for those suffering from depression, and their families. Meets Wednesdays at 6 pm.
All of the following groups meet at the Waco VA, Building 90.
PTSD Solutions Group - Vets Helping Vets Peer Support Group. Meets at Waco VA, Bldg 90, Room 1B-115 on Tuesdays at 6 pm. Call 254-297-3522.
Here are some additional support groups around the community.
Recovery, Inc. - Meets Thursdays from 7 pm to 8 pm, Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, 1624 Wooded Acres. 254-772-2415.
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www.aamr.org - American Association for People with Mental Retardation (recently changed to the American Association for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) is the professional association run by and for professionals who support people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
www.tamr-web.com - Texas Association for People with Mental Retardation, made up of professionals, parents, consumers, and advocates. Their goal is to create an accessible system of services and resources which supports personal choice and promotes lives of dignity and self-determination.
www.thearcoftexas.org - The Arc of Texas is a state-level advocacy organization that creates opportunities for Texans with mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities to be included in their communities.
www.dads.state.tx.us The Texas Department of Aging and Disabilities Services. The DADS mission is to provide a comprehensive array of aging and disability services, supports, and opportunities that are easily accessed in local communities.
www.afpautismgroup.org - The AFP Autism Group formed out of a need for Parents to get together and share information, resources, experiences and knowledge with each other. We are a group of parents with children on the Autism Spectrum and as you may know, EVERY CHILD with Autism is different, but hearing other parent's experiences, you can take from that information and apply what you may need to help your child.
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/autism_support_group/ - The Autism Support Group (ASG) was created in February 2005 to support parents and professionals who expressed a need for assistance finding information and support about autism, pervasive developmental disorder (PDD), and Asperger> '> s Disorder. It is directed by parents of children with autism/PDD. This group is available to any parent, professional or person.
www.thenadd.org - NADD 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.
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