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Special Olympics Indiana, founded in 1969, is a nonprofit part of the global Special Olympics movement, using sport, health, education, and leadership programs to end discrimination against and empower people with intellectual disabilities.

With over 19,000 athletes and Unified partners, supported by 10,000 coaches and volunteers, we rely entirely on donations. We use sport as a catalyst for social change, exposing inequity and highlighting the abilities of people with intellectual disabilities to break down misperceptions and negative attitudes.
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The Autism Society of Indiana (ASI) is a nonprofit organization that supports individuals with autism and their families. ASI provides resources, advocacy, and services tailored to individuals across the autism spectrum to improve their quality of life. Key areas of support include community outreach, education, and direct services for individuals and families affected by autism.

ASI offers programs like information and referral services, support groups, and educational workshops. It also collaborates with schools, healthcare providers, and local agencies to raise awareness and promote autism acceptance within Indiana. Additionally, ASI advocates for policies that ensure access to necessary services, including healthcare, employment, and education for individuals with autism.

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At Turnstone, we create possibilities. Turnstone is Northeast Indiana's only free-standing not-for-profit organization providing a comprehensive continuum of supportive services addressing the unique needs of people with disabilities and their families.

The agency is governed by a passionate board of directors and is known for its exceptional staff of licensed professionals including physical, occupational, speech, and recreation therapists, fitness specialists, social workers, and educators.
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IN*SOURCE (Indiana Resource Center for Families with Special Needs) is a nonprofit organization that provides support, information, and advocacy for families of children with disabilities throughout Indiana. Founded in 1975, INSOURCE helps parents navigate the special education system, understand their rights, and effectively advocate for their children’s educational needs.

IN*SOURCE collaborates with schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations to empower families and improve access to resources and services for children with special needs across Indiana.

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The Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) is part of Indiana University’s Indiana Institute on Disability and Community. It aims to improve the quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum by providing resources, training, and support for families, educators, and professionals throughout Indiana.

The IRCA is a respected source of autism information and support, helping to advance autism awareness and acceptance while empowering communities across Indiana.

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The Indiana Institute on Disability and Community’s Center on Community Living and Careers (CCLC) supports individuals with disabilities in achieving greater independence, employment, and community integration. CCLC works with families, schools, state agencies, and community organizations to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities by focusing on their transition to adulthood, employment opportunities, and community engagement.

Through these services, CCLC strives to empower people with disabilities to live full, productive lives within their communities, emphasizing choice, inclusion, and self-determination.

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Family Employment Awareness Training Flyer - English

Family Employment Awareness Training Flyer - Spanish