Submitted by Anna Fader on Fri, 07/05/2013 - 4:05pm Resources for NYC Children with Special NeedsFinding the right resources can be overwhelming for any New York City family, but it can be especially challenging for parents of children with special needs. We hope our Special Needs Guide makes your life a little easier by helping you navigate what's out there. Our special needs posts—many written by local moms who have children on the autism spectrum, or with ADHD or sensory issues—include info on playgroups, programs, camps and sensory gyms, plus awesome apps and toy stores that cater to children with challenges. For additional information for NYC families with special needs, we recommend checking out A Parent's Guide to Special Education in New York City and the Metropolitan Area. Special Needs Listings Photo via Bigstock. Special NeedsNew York City Special Needs Organizations & ResourcesSpecial Needs Programs and Classes for New York City KidsBest NYC Playgrounds for Children with Special Needs9 Sensory Gyms for Children's Physical Therapy in ManhattanFind Special Needs Parent Groups Online and in New York CitySensory Gyms in Brooklyn: 8 Spots for Children's Physical Therapy 99 Sensory Activities for Any Child Cool Special Needs Programs99 Sensory Activities for Any Child Queens Sensory Gyms for Kids with DisabilitiesAutism-Friendly Museum Hours and Cultural Programs in NYC Best NYC Playgrounds for Children with Special NeedsBig Stride: Sensory Gym and Play Space Now in Forest Hills Summer Camps for Kids with Special Needs in the NYC areaInclusive Services at BPL: Free Special Needs Program at the LibrarySpecial Needs Art Classes for NYC Kids Special Needs Music Classes for NYC Kids Special Needs Dance Classes for NYC KidsBack to School Resources for Special Needs FamiliesIndividualized Education Plans for NYC Kids with Special Needs: One Mom's Insights into Getting an IEPNYC Special Needs Playgroups and Ways to Help Special Needs Kids Socialize8 Museums With Special Needs Programs for NYC KidsNYC Sports Programs for Kids with Special Needs5 Special Needs-Friendly Amusement Parks Near NYCAdaptive Water Sports for NYC Kids with Special Needs: Swimming, Boating, Water-skiing & MoreSpecial Needs-Friendly Ski Resorts Near NYC: Adaptive Winter Sports Programs for Kids of Different AbilitiesAutism-Friendly Museum Hours and Cultural Programs in NYC Helpful Sites, Apps & ToysNYC Toy Stores for Special Needs ChildrenAwesome Apps for Kids with Special Needs20 Classic Educational OT Toys To Help Children Prepare for SchoolSensory Savvy Snacks Help Kids Do Better in School Resources for FamiliesChild Mind Institute: Important Mental Health Info for KidsAdvocates for Children of New York: School Assistance for Families Don't Miss Out: Resources for Children with Special Needs (RCSN)YAI NYC: Autism and Other Special Needs Services for Families AHRC New York City: Assistance for Families with Special Needs Inclusive Services at BPL: Free Special Needs Program at the Library
