A number of resources are available to those receiving waiver services and their families. These resources and organizations provide information and/or support that complement your waiver services.

The resources listed here are some of the largest operating within the state of Indiana, but are by no means a complete listing of those available to people with developmental disabilities.

A number of other educational and information-rich resources are available online. To locate those most useful to you or your loved one, use your favorite online search engine to locate the organizations, groups, and other possible sources of support in your area.

IPMG believes that, through a combination of waiver-funded services, natural supports, and creative use of other, non-waiver supports, all persons with developmental disabilities can lead full, meaningful lives.

The following resources and brief descriptions are taken directly from the agency/resource; for a complete description, please contact the resource, directly.

IPMG's Powerful Parents and Consumers Network

IPMG's Powerful Parents and Consumers Network is an action-oriented network that provides accurate information and rich resources. Open to individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, this group of leaders empowers members to move toward their goals. Click here for more information.

Contact:

Richard Wherry
Phone: (866) 672-IPMG (4764), ext. 257
Email: r.wherry@gotoipmg.com
Web: http://www.gotoipmg.com/powerful/

Self Advocates of Indiana

Self-Advocates of Indiana, Inc. is the only statewide organization run by and for people with developmental disabilities in Indiana. SAI helps people to learn, to speak for themselves, and to serve their communities. Without SAI, our members would have no voice in decisions that directly affect their lives.

Self-Advocates of Indiana is an independent, nonprofit organization that is not funded by service provider agencies or by the State of Indiana.

Contact:

Self-Advocates of Indiana
c/o IIDC
2853 East Tenth Street
Bloomington, IN 47408
attention: Maribeth Mooney
Phone: (812) 856-5543
Indiana only: (800) 825-4733
Fax: (812) 855-9630, att: M. Mooney

The ARC of Indiana

Established in 1956 by parents of children with developmental disabilities, The Arc of Indiana's main focus is to provide a resource for families to come together and help advocate for a better life for their children. The Arc is committed to progressive legislation to protect rights and improve services for people with developmental disabilities.

The Arc of Indiana is committed to all people with developmental disabilities realizing their goals of learning, living, working, and playing in the community.

Contact:

The ARC of Indiana
107 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 300
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: (317) 977-2375
Phone (Toll Free): (800) 382-9100
Fax: 317-977-2385
Email: thearc@arcind.org
Web: http://www.arcind.org

The Indiana Governor's Council For People With Disabilities

The Indiana Governor's Council is an independent state agency that facilitates change. Our mission is to promote public policy which leads to the independence, productivity and inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of society. This mission is accomplished through planning, evaluation, collaboration, education, research and advocacy.

Contact:

Governor's Council for People with Disabilities
150 West Market Street, Suite 628
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Phone: (317)232-7770
Fax: (317)233-3712
Email: GPCPD@gpcpd.org

Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services (IPAS)

Created in 1977 by state law, IPAS provides services that protect and advocate for the rights of Hoosiers with developmental disabilities. An independent state agency, IPAS receives no state funding and is independent from all service providers, as required by federal and state law.

IPAS staff includes disability rights advocates and attorneys who work to ensure the enforcement of the constitutional and statutory rights of individuals with developmental disabilities. IPAS may be able to assist Hoosiers with a disability who are being denied a right or are being discriminated against because of that disability.

Contact:

Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services (IPAS)
4701 N. Keystone Ave., Suite 222
Indianapolis, IN 46205
TTY: (800) 838-1131
Web: http://www.in.gov/ipas/index.htm

For services in Indianapolis and South:
Dann Ward
Phone: (800) 622-4845, ext. 234
Email: dward@ipas.IN.gov

For services in Northern Indiana:
Debbie Dulla
Phone: (800) 622-4845, ext. 236
Email: ddulla@ipas.IN.gov

For general information about IPAS:
Karen Pedevilla, Education and Training Director
Phone: (800) 622-4845, ext. 232
Email: kpedevilla@ipas.IN.gov

Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services (BDDS)

The Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services (BDDS) is a part of the State of Indiana's Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services within the Family and Social Services Administration.

For more information about BDDS and to find a BDDS office near you, please visit http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/5405.htm.