Orgs to Know
Local and statewide organizations offering advocacy, guidance, connections, and support for neurodivergent individuals and their families.
SAIL - Southern Adirondack Independent Living
• Nonprofit helping individuals with disabilities of all ages access services, resources, and advocacy
• Offers guidance with benefits, Medicaid, health insurance, and independent living supports
• Provides free sensory, assistive technology, and medical equipment loans through its TRAID program
• Serves Saratoga County and the surrounding Capital Region
Autism Society
Greater Hudson Region
• Our regional chapter of the Autism Society, a nonprofit supporting autistic individuals and their families
• Connects families with local programs, providers, services, and resources
• Offers sensory-friendly community events, recreational programs, and advocacy
• Serves the Capital Region and 21 regional counties
Parent to Parent NYS
• Statewide nonprofit supporting families of individuals with disabilities and special health care needs
• Matches parents and caregivers with trained Support Parents who have similar lived experiences
• Offers guidance, resources, tons of webinars, etc to help families navigate services and systems
• Provides 1:1 connections, workshops, and family support