Lane County

This is a nonprofit support services brokerage, an alternative option for case management. They connect adults who have been deemed eligible through Lane DDS with needed services.

This is the government case management entity serving adults and children with developmental disabilities living in Lane County. Lane DDS determines a new applicant’s eligibility for services; then connects those who qualify with needed services. This is the first stop for someone with a newly diagnosed developmental disability. DDS is also responsible for overseeing protective services for adults, community-based residential and employment services, foster care for children and adults, self-directed supports, high school transition services and crisis resolution.

This is a non-profit therapeutic and recreational warm water aquatic facility offering interdisciplinary approaches to aquatic wellness for all ages, income levels, and abilities.

Special Olympics Oregon provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children, youth and adults living with intellectual disabilities.

Adaptive Recreation Services based at Hilyard Community Center provides year-round, community-based recreational, social and educational programs for Eugene area children, teens and adults with disabilities. Their Inclusion Services strive to support people who need accommodation to participate in any recreation activity offered by the City of Eugene.

MIUSA is a disability-led non-profit organization with headquarters in Eugene, Oregon. Their educational exchange programs, professional development, and global projects aim to advance disability rights and inclusion on a global scale. Learn about their cultural exchange programs, and their work in diverse settings. Access resources for support, education and engagement.

Families Connected offer programs to reduce isolation and build community connections for families raising a child with a developmental disability. Services include support groups, family trainings, mentoring, community access, and advocacy.

This is a family-led organization working with families dealing with behavioral and mental health challenges by providing respite, family fun events, peer support, resources and referrals, systems navigation, wraparound partnership, and advocacy.

This network supports families, friends and individuals with Down syndrome through small gatherings, family outings, providing educational scholarships and attending regional/national events. They are a community network of families, friends, educators, and service providers.

RISE offers family support through: behavioral support, family training, caregiver support, and specialized training for individual needs. They offer Oregon Intervention System (a two-day training on positive behavior support and crisis intervention), family support groups, school staff trainings, and other specialized trainings specific to a child needs and diagnosis.