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Mutual support groups whose members are people who have specific disabilities, illnesses or other health conditions, their families and friends. The groups meet in-person, by telephone or via the Internet; and provide an opportunity for participants to share information, resources, practical tips for daily living and encouragement about issues related to the disability or health problem. (AIRS PN-8100.3000)

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Statewide Service: Provides online resources, telehealth, or service at a satellite office.

Nationwide Service: Provides online resources, telehealth or services at a regional/national headquarters location.

Yes Kids (Yellowstone County’s Extra Special Kids with Chromosomal Variation) View on Map

3814 Parkhill Drive
Billings, MT 59102
Phone: 406-855-5433

www.facebook.com/yeskidsmt/

Address:

3814 Parkhill Drive

Billings, MT 59102

Phone: 406-855-5433

Service Categories:

Email: christina0469@msn.com

URL: https://www.facebook.com/yeskidsmt/

Services Provided:

Provides financial and emotional support to children, adults and families of those with chromosomal variations.

Services Include:

access to resources such as genetic counselor, social worker, all kinds of therapists, naturopathic physician, teachers and parents of children with special needs of all ages and abilities
annual fundraising Buddy Walk
a resource library
monthly parent support groups
special events, such as Christmas dinner, Barbecue etc.

Source:	Montana Children's Special Health Services
Last Updated:	5/31/2022

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Baby Sign Language Classes, Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital View on Map

1200 Westwood Dr, Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 375-4570
Hamilton, MT 59840
Phone: 406-375-4570

Organization Name: Marcus Daly Memorial Hospital
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Address:

1200 Westwood Dr, Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 375-4570

Hamilton, MT 59840

Phone: 406-375-4570

Service Categories:

Languages Spoken: Sign Language

Services Provided: Marcus Daly Rehabilitation Services offers a six week Baby Sign Language Class in the
spring and fall for children 6 months to 3 years of age and their parents and siblings.

Source:	Montana Suggest Provider Queue
Last Updated:	8/16/2018

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Hands & Voices, Montana Hands & Voices View on Map

PO Box 836
Stevensville, MT 59870

www.mthandsandvoices.org

Organization Name: Montana Hands & Voices
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Address:

PO Box 836

Stevensville, MT 59870

Service Categories:

Email: mthandsandvoices@yahoo.com

URL: http://www.mthandsandvoices.org

Services Provided: National organization dedicated to supporting families with children who are deaf/hard of hearing. Many resources on their website.

Source:	Montana Suggest Provider Queue
Last Updated:	8/23/2018

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Disabled Driver Program, Community Medical Center View on Map

2827 Fort Missoula Road
Missoula, MT 59804
Phone: 406-728-4100

www.communitymed.org

Organization Name: Community Medical Center
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Address:

2827 Fort Missoula Road

Missoula, MT 59804

Phone: 406-728-4100

Fax: 406-327-4580

Service Categories:

URL: http://www.communitymed.org

Eligibility: Disabled persons (stroke, head injury, amputation, etc.). Must be referred to the program by attending physician. Services available to residents in Missoula and surrounding areas. Will accept referrals statewide.

Services Provided: Evaluate disabled persons ability to safely drive a car. Evaluates disabled driver for ability to see, react, make good decisions, and handle city, county, and highway driving. Recommends specific driver training &/or special equipment to assist. Must already have a current drivers license or current learner's permit. Additional Info: Provides I&R regarding types of special equipment, where to purchase and persons who install equipment. Will train on used of specialized equipment. *Fees may be paid in whole or part by a private insurance company, Workers Compensation, and Vocational Rehabilitation. Medicaid and Medicare will not cover fees. Must be referred by attending physician.

Source:	Montana Suggest Provider Queue
Last Updated:	8/28/2018

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Muscular Dystrophy Association View on Map

Nationwide Provider

161 North Clark Street Ste 3550
Chicago, IL 60601

www.mda.org/

Nationwide Provider

Address:

161 North Clark Street Ste 3550

Chicago, IL 60601

Toll Free Phone: 800-572-1717

Service Categories:

Email: mda@mdausa.org

URL: https://www.mda.org/

Services Provided:

A voluntary health agency that works to combat muscular dystrophy, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), and related muscle-debilitating diseases. The organization is committed to finding treatments and cures while providing a comprehensive program to empower families with support to help them thrive and stay independent including summer camps for kids, peer support, equipment resources and more. Related volunteer opportunities available.COVID-19 Update: following all CDC and state guidelines.

Voluntary Health Organizations
Assistive Technology Expense Assistance
Health/Disabilities Related Volunteer Opportunities
Therapeutic Camps
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	3/14/2023

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Camp Kesem Nationwide View on Map

Nationwide Provider

10586 West Pico Boulevard, Unit 196
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Phone: 260-225-3736

www.campkesem.org/

Nationwide Provider

Address:

10586 West Pico Boulevard, Unit 196

Los Angeles, CA 90064

Phone: 260-225-3736

Service Categories:

Email: info@kesem.org

URL: https://www.campkesem.org/

Eligibility:

children with parents with cancer

Services Provided:

Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer. Offering innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community, we aim to ensure that every child impacted by a parent’s cancer is never alone.

Provider Profiles:

Camp locator on website

Source:	MHP-Nationwide
Last Updated:	4/7/2022

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Five P Minus Society View on Map

Nationwide Provider

PO Box 268
Lakewood, CA 90714
Phone: 888-970-0777

fivepminus.org/

Nationwide Provider

Address:

PO Box 268

Lakewood, CA 90714

Phone: 888-970-0777

Toll Free Phone: 888-970-0777

Fax: 562-920-5240

Service Categories:

Email: director@fivepminus.org

URL: https://fivepminus.org/

Eligibility:

Parents and health care providers of children with Cri Du Chat syndrome.

Services Provided: Provides disease/disability information and support groups, and comprehensive resources for accurate, up-to-date information, support, and acceptance to maximize the quality of life for individuals with 5p- and their families. This syndrome is a chromosomal deletion disorder that results in intellectual and developmental issues in children. Also supports five Regional Family Get-Togethers per year.COVID-19 UPDATE: Following all CDC and State guidelines.

Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Disease/Disability Information

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	4/7/2022

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American Cancer Society View on Map

Nationwide Provider

250 Williams Street NW
PO Box 22478 | Oklahoma City | OK 73123
Atlanta, GA 30303
Phone: 800-227-2345

www.cancer.org/

Nationwide Provider

Address:

250 Williams Street NW

PO Box 22478 | Oklahoma City | OK 73123

Atlanta, GA 30303

Phone: 800-227-2345

Toll Free Phone: 800-227-2345

Service Categories:

URL: https://www.cancer.org/

Services Provided:

Nationwide community-based voluntary organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health risk through research, education, advocacy.

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	4/7/2022

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Thyroid Cancer Survivors Association View on Map

Nationwide Provider

PO Box 1102
Olney, MD 20830

thyca.org

Nationwide Provider

Address:

PO Box 1102

Olney, MD 20830

Toll Free Phone: 877-588-7904

Fax: 630-604-6078

Service Categories:

Email: thyca@thyca.org

URL: https://thyca.org

Eligibility:

Thyroid cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and medical professionals.

Services Provided: Provides current information about thyroid cancer and support group services available to people at any stage of testing, treatment, or lifelong monitoring for thyroid cancer, as well as caregivers. Receives ongoing input and review from numerous thyroid cancer specialists. Provides internet information as well as specialized information and referral.COVID-19 UPDATE: Some groups are being held virtually; please call or visit website to verify.

Specialized Information and Referral
Internet Information Resources
Health/Disability Related Support Groups

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	12/20/2022

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National Scleroderma Foundation View on Map

Nationwide Provider

300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 105
Danvers, MA 01923
Phone: 978-463-5843

scleroderma.org/

Nationwide Provider

Address:

300 Rosewood Drive, Suite 105

Danvers, MA 01923

Phone: 978-463-5843

Toll Free Phone: 800-722-4673

Fax: 978-463-5809

Service Categories:

Email: info@scleroderma.org

URL: https://scleroderma.org/

Eligibility:

Those affected by scleroderma and their families.

Services Provided:

Provides awareness for support, education and research.
Provides educational and emotional support, stimulates and support research designed to identify the cause and cure for scleroderma, and improve methods of treatment; and enhances the public's awareness of this disease.
Chapters and Support Groups may be located in Resources.

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	8/29/2022

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Recovery International View on Map

Nationwide Provider

1415 West 22nd Street, Tower Floor
Oak Brook, IL 60523
Phone: 312-337-5661

recoveryinternational.org/

Nationwide Provider

Address:

1415 West 22nd Street, Tower Floor

Oak Brook, IL 60523

Phone: 312-337-5661

Toll Free Phone: 866-221-0302

Service Categories:

Email: info@recoveryinternational.org

URL: https://recoveryinternational.org/

Services Provided:

The mission of Recovery International is to use the cognitive-behavioral, peer-to-peer, self-help training system developed by Abraham Low, MD, to help individuals gain skills to lead more peaceful and productive lives.

Online Resources Include:

Local meeting locator

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	5/9/2022

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United Spinal Association View on Map

Nationwide Provider

120-34 Queens Blvd #320
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
Phone: 718-803-3782

unitedspinal.org/

Nationwide Provider

Address:

120-34 Queens Blvd #320

Kew Gardens, NY 11415

Phone: 718-803-3782

Toll Free Phone: 800-962-9629

Fax: 718-803-0414

Service Categories:

Email: askus@unitedspinal.org

URL: https://unitedspinal.org/

Eligibility:

Membership is free and open to all individuals who are living with a spinal cord injury or disease, their family members, friends, and healthcare providers.

Services Provided:

United Spinal Association is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of all people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D), including veterans, and providing support and information to loved ones, care providers and professionals. Offers options to request assistance, connect with a mentor, connect with a chapter, advocacy, and product and service information.

Spinal Cord Resource Center: Submit questions on any aspect of Spinal Cord Injury/Disease or get information and resources that may help you resolve a situation including local support.

Disability Products & Services Guide: Search the United Spinal Association Disability Products & Services Directory to discover providers and organizations that specialize in optimizing the health, independence and quality of life of people with a spinal cord injury or disease.

Health/Disability Related Support Groups
Information and Referral
Legislative Advocacy
Self Advocacy Support

Source:	Nationwide Suggest Providers Queue
Last Updated:	3/1/2022

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