Founding Organization:	The Arc of Greater Houston A non-profit organization formed to advocate for the inclusion of people with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities in all aspects of society and is established at the national, state, and local levels.
Telephone Number:	(713) 957-1600
Address:	3737 Dacoma Suite E Houston, TX 77092
Business Hours:	Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding state and federal holidays.
Map:	Map / Directions

Founding Organization:	Down Syndrome Association of Houston A non-profit organization comprised of families and friends of people with Down syndrome. Their goal is to provide information and support to anyone interested in Down Syndrome.
Telephone Number:	(713) 682-7237
Address:	P.O. Box 303 Houston, TX 77001-0303

Founding Organization:	Early Childhood Intervention The Texas Interagency Council on Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) is a statewide program for families with children, ages birth to three, with disabilities and developmental delays. ECI supports families to help their children reach their potential through developmental services. Services are provided by a variety of local agencies and organizations across Texas.
Telephone Number:	(512) 424-6745
ECI Care Lines:	(800) 250-2246
Address:	4900 N. Lamar Blvd. Austin, TX 78751

Founding Organization:	Harris County Department of Education Provides area schools and programs with professional personnel. Available services include assessment services, counseling, psychological services, in-home training, art therapy, music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech/language therapy, among others. Children 0 -22 years of age, with development or with disabilities that are emotional, physical, and/or mental, may need special education or related services. Students in both regular and special education programming may receive services from HCDE professionals.
Telephone Number:	(713) 694-6300
Address:	6300 Irvington Blvd. Houston, TX 77022-5618
Map:	Map / Directions

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Harris County Hospital District (HCHD) The Harris County Hospital District (HCHD) is the fourth largest public metropolitan hospital system in the United States, with nearly 50, 000 annual admissions, more than 728,000 annual outpatient visits, approximately 11,000 births a year, and more than 186,000 annual emergency room visits. HCHD offers specialized health care services ranging from infant and childhood immunizations, through maternity and adult care, to rehabilitation and geriatric services. The Hospital District does not offer transplant services or full range dialysis, and has limitations on selected medical specialties.

Telephone Number:

(713) 566-6400

Founding Organization:	Harris County Juvenile Probation Department Law enforcement agency that addresses crimes that are committed by youth between the ages of 10 and 17.
Telephone Number:	(713) 512-4100
Address:	3540 W. Dallas Houston, TX 77019
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MHMRA of Harris County This is one of the most important agency contacts that you can have. If your child has mental retardation and or an Autism Spectrum disorder (with or without mental retardation), he or she qualifies under their mental retardation division for case management and transition services if needed. Further, this state agency oversees several of the Texas Waiver programs that can provide financial assistance for your child’s long-term health and housing needs.

Telephone Number:

(713) 970-7070 Information and Referral (800) 735-2988 Texas Relay (TDD)

Founding Organization:	Private Providers Association of Texas (PPAT) Works to strengthen and promote the goals of its members, and the industry at large, through its leadership and advocacy efforts and its commitment to the provision of mental retardation and other developmental disability services. PPAT fosters the building of collaborative networks and partnerships among not only its members, but among all interested in improving the quality of services and supports for persons with disabilities.
Telephone Number:	(512) 452-8188
Address:	8711 Burnett Rd. E-53 Austin, TX 78757

Founding Organization:	Region IV Education Service Center Works to improve student performance, enhance district efficiency & economy, & implement state initiatives.
Telephone Number:	(713) 462-7708
Address:	7145 West Tidwell Houston, TX 77092-2096
Map:	Map / Directions

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University of Texas Health Science Center UT Mental Sciences Institute Developmental Disabilities and Dual Diagnosis Clinic (713 )500-2670 Provides outpatient evaluation and treatment to children and adults who have mental retardation, autism, or other pervasive developmental disorders, or other developmental disabilities, and whose psychiatric disorders or behavioral symptoms interfere with independence, productivity, and community integration.

Telephone Number:

(713) 500-2500