Toward Maximum Independence (TMI) has provided trusted and innovative programs for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1981. We offer Employment Solutions, Community Living Services and Family Support Services. Can you provide a caring home for foster youth with special needs? We are in need of Resource Families. A competitive stipend ranging from $1,400-$2,200 per youth, per month is included. You can make a difference in a youth's life as they will in yours.
TMI-INC.ORG | (800) 877-5452
Yo! Youth Organizing! Disabled and Proud Online resource designed to help teens promote independence and self-advocacy through resources, leadership development opportunities, and community connections. 866-296-9753 800-900-0706 TDD www.yodisabledproud.org
PARTY PLANNING AND SPECIAL EVENTS Adventure Ski and Snowboard School (See listing under Recreation) Big Animals for Little Kids Nonprofit provides fun for children in homeless shelters, hospitals and foster care facilities, and at events for kids with special needs. Volunteers dress in animal costumes, paint faces, make balloon hats, and create photo keepsakes. 4629 Cass St. #342, SD,92109 619-723-3142 www.biganimalsforlittlekids.org
Especially Cakes Local bakery offers gluten-free and/ or vegan custom-made themed cakes. 10760 Thornmint Rd. SD, 92127 www.especiallycakes.com Floaties (See listing under Recreation) Jelly Bean the Clown Compassionate and sensitive to children of all ages and abilities, Jelly Bean specializes in kids’ birthday party entertainment: face painting, temporary tattoos, kids’ magic show, games and balloon sculptures. Shirly Chwalowski 858-245-6035 www.clownsinSanDiego.com Metro Dance Themed, dance-based birthday parties with performance and dressup and summer dance camps for children of all ages and abilities. 1221 Cushman Ave., SD, 92110 619-299-6387 www.metrodancesd.com
Snapology (See listing under Camps)
PHOTOGRAPHY AND ARTISTIC SERVICES
Starry Lane Bakery Delicious allergy-free breads, cakes and pastries (gluten-free/wheat-free, nut-free, egg-free and milk free), and special orders for events. 3925 Fourth Ave. SD, 92103 619-328-0500 www.starrylanebakery.com
Inclusion In Focus Adam Lanser, therapist for children with special needs turned photographer/videographer, mentors young adults with disabilities in photography, videography and editing for events. 858-232-8154 www.adamlanser.com/ specialneedsprogram
UltraStar Cinemas Locally owned movie theater offers family-friendly programs and pricing. Discounts for first showing of every 2D movie and all day Tuesday and Thursday. Baby’s Night Out, held every Thursday at 7pm, offers parents the opportunity to enjoy a movie with baby, complete with stroller parking, dimmed lights, reduced volume and changing facilities in the auditorium. Great birthday packages available. 7510 Hazard Center Dr. #100 SD, 92108 619-685-2841 www.ultrastarmovies.com
Joel’s Vision Arts Local author, speaker and artist with Autism creates books, videos and art for sale, a portion of which benefits a scholarship fund for art and music therapy for children with disabilities. www.joelsvisionarts.com Savoring the Sweet Life Photography Hour-long sessions held at location of your choice, at any time of day. Their goal is to capture a slice of life, not just a photo. Photographer has a Master’s Degree in Education with training in special needs. 858-829-6584 www.savoringthesweetlife.com
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