for specific information and contacts.

MATRIX:  Non-profit organization that provides information, education and emotional support to parents of children with special needs.  Matrix has parent advisors on staff to assist you with IEP questions and concerns.  Chris Allen can be reached at 707-423-2545 X101. http://www.matrixparents.org/

Early Intervention Services:

1. PEAK Solano/Children's Nurturing Project:   http://www.peaksolano.org/index.php.  Visit their website for more information on the many services and agencies involved.  Contact Carla Denner at 707-422-2229
2. Easter Seals:  www.eastersealsbayarea.org.  Contact Deborah Stewart, Early Interventionist, at dstewart@esba.org  or by calling 510-835-2131, ext. 325 

Pediatric Occupational Therapy (TriCare Provider):  Children's Therapy Works is located in Fairfield, approximately 15 minutes from the front gate.  Tina Blythe can be reached at 707-330-6949.  Please call for referrel and appointment information.

Physical Therapy (TriCare Providers):  There are 3 local providers (alphabetically listed), please call to discuss your specific needs.

1. Body in Balance: Located in Fairfield, approximately 15 minutes from base. Large facility with aquatic therapy and many services, specialities and providers. http://www.bodyinbalancephysicaltherapy.net/.  707-421-2095.
2. Julie Miller Physical Therapy:  Located in Fairfield, approx. 15 minutes.  Specializing in Pediatric PT. 707-290-8489.
3. Mahaan Rehab Services:  Located in Fairfield, approx. 15 minutes from base.  Specializing in Cranial Sacral Therapy and Joint Mobilization techniques. 707-718-0151 

Speech Therapy (TriCare Providers): Jewett and Associates, Inc. Located in Fairfield and Concord, CA. 925-672-3440.  Please call Sue Tonarelli, EFMP-FS for any updates on additional providers working to be TriCare affiliated.

Developmental and Neuro-Psychoeducation Evaluation/Assessment and Intervention: Complete evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults from a TriCare provider who takes monthly appointments on base.  For additional information and more info, call Dr. Peggie Simler at 559-314-4696.

Autism Demonstration Project (ABA Providers):  If your child is eligible for the Autism Demo Project through TriCare ECHO, there are several options for in-home ABA services (listed alphabetically below).  If you are unsure about eligiblity and enrollment, please call Sue Tonarelli at the Travis AFRC, 707-424-2486:

1. Aptitude Habilitation Services:  http://www.aptitudeservices.com/index.html. Contact Karen Cassell at 916-337-4052
2. Maxim Healthcare:  http://www.maximhealthcare.com/. 707-430-0491
3. Understanding Behavior:  http://understandingbehavior.com/.  Contact Rob levine at 415-989-5000.

In-Home Nursing Care: Maxim Healthcare in Fairfield can assist you with your in-home nursing care needs.  Please contact them at 707-430-0491.  http://www.maximhealthcare.com/

UC Davis MIND Institute: The M.I.N.D. Institute (Medical Investigation of Neurodevelopmental Disorders) is an international, multidisciplinary research organization, committed to excellence, collaboration and hope, striving to understand the causes and develop better treatments and ultimately cures for neurodevelopmental disorders. Standing shoulder to shoulder, families, scientists, physicians, educators, and administrators are working together to unlock the mysteries of the mind.  http://www.ucdmc.ucdavis.edu/mindinstitute/

Solano County Health Services: A variety of services available at no cost.  Please visit their website for additional information or contact Rachel Ford at 707-784-8362.  http://www.co.solano.ca.us/depts/hss/default.asp  

Network of Care is a highly interactive, single information place where consumers, community-based organizations and municipal government workers all can go to easily access a wide variety of important information. http://www.networkofcare.org

FEAT, Families for Early Autism Treatment is a non-profit organization of parents, family members, and treatment professionals dedicated to providing best outcome Education, Advocacy and Support for the Northern California Autism Community.  Check out the information and resource tabs for some great links. www.feat.org

NAMI:  From its inception in 1979, NAMI has been dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness.  www.nami.org

Sacramento County Dept. of Health and Human Services www.sacdhhs.com

Several Military Resources to help you and your special needs family member:

TriCare ECHO:  An extended healthcare option (ECHO) through TriCare to assist with special needs services not otherwise covered by Tricare.   http://www.tricare.mil/mybenefit/home/overview/SpecialPrograms/ECHO  

Military Insurance Reference for Autism  http://www.autism.com/families/military/tricare.htm

Specialized Training for Military Families: http://www.stompproject.org/

Parent Toolkit cs.mhf.dod.mil 

Funding Able to be Used by Air Force Families forSpecial Needs Respite Care. As families have already mentioned it is need based (special need and income) and temporary):Air Force Aid Respite Care (http://www.afas.org/Community/RespiteCareProgram.cfm)

Please contact Sue Tonarelli, who recently completed training on the ASQ developmental screening program, for more information on the Ages and Stages Questionnaires available for your children.  The ASQ program indentifies children 5 and younger with potential developmental, social and emotional delays.  Visit the Ages and Stages website by clicking on the ASQ image.