Special Needs Partnership Resources
Jewish Programs & Resources
Congregations
Program: Inclusion Initiative Including: - Learning Center - Automatic doors for the front entrances as well as for some bathrooms - Bathroom modifications to comply with ADA standards - Bannisters to access the bimah - A front entrance ramp for mobility-challenged members - An annual Inclusion Shabbat - Sound system improvements in the sanctuary - Welcoming residents of CHAI to our programming - The loop and loop listeners - Streaming of services - Education programming regarding needs and challenges - Designated seating for High Holidays - Financial support for our religious school - Making wheelchairs and other devices available for on-site use and for borrowing - Kiddush luncheon offerings are identified and provided with allergies in mind - Large print prayer books are available for Shabbat services - Caregiver’s support group - Grief support group in the process of being established Ages: All ages Esther Miller esthercmiller@aol.com 334-221-2219
Programs:
B'Yachad 1x month, Respite care
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Ages: B-18, Adult to come
Shira D. Stevenson
sstevenson@tedallas.org
214-7060-0000x4001
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Inclusion Program: An Inclusion Program to support individuals with special needs and their families, ensuring they feel welcome and included in all aspects of synagogue life.
For more Information, contact:
Cynthia Yungman
Director of Inclusion and Support Services
214-706-0000 cyungman@tedallas.org
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Programs: Assistive Listening System in sanctuary, Accessible gardening program, Programming with CHAI
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msusman@templeshalomdallas.org
972-661-1365
Religious Schools & Day Schools
Program: Accommodations in the Religious School
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Ages: Kg-6th
Rabbi Kushnick
Rabbi.Kushnick#anshaitorah.org
972-473-7718
Program: Kesher
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Support for children in religious school
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​Ages: 5-18, Adult
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Sarah Lipinsky
slipinsky@shearith.org
214-939-7348
Program: Ma’alot
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Dyslexia Intervention Therapy
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Academic Support Period
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Speech Therapy
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Occupational Therapy
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Behavior Support
Paula Winslow, K-5 Ma'alot Coordinator
pwinslow@akibayavneh.org
Bonnie Atkins, 6-8 Coordinator
batkins@akibayavneh.org
Recreational & Social
Dedicated to helping children and young adults with special needs to become more fully integrated into the broader community.
Leah Dubrawsky, Director and Program Coordinator
A program from the Aaron Family JCC designed to connect individuals of all ages within the Dallas Jewish community. It offers a variety of groups that focus on building relationships and fostering a sense of belonging.
For more information, visit
Provides families with support, education, mentorship, and assistance in navigating state agency requirements. It fosters long-term relationships among families of CHAI residents/clients. Quarterly meetings are held, offering education and support. Annual membership is $50.00.
For more information, contact:
Candace Carroll-Johnson, Director of Programs and Services
214-373-8600 ccarroll@chaidallas.org
Other Programs & Resources
Program: Belong Disability Ministry
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Adaptive, inclusive community at Highland Park United Methodist Church for people of all abilities, ages, and faiths
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All programs at no cost to participants and their families
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Liz Irwin, Belong Disability Respite & Resource Coordinator
Carla Aubrey, Belong Disability Programs Coordinator
A website offering free resources for parents, students, and school personnel dealing with anxiety.