To further our commitment to our mission and the people we serve, UDS offers the following information from our support group partners. These groups provide friendship and many times the strength and support needed to face the challenges of disabilities of all types. This is all part of our UDS Cares Initiative.

GENERAL RESOURCES

Parents’ Source
A complete family resource guide to services and support in Berks and Lancaster County.
www.parentssource.com

COBY’S Family Services
Educates and supports children and adults in reaching their full potential through parenting classes and counseling services.
(717) 392-0504
www.cobys.net

Lancaster General Hospital
Hosts a wide variety of health-related support groups.
800-341-2121
www.LancasterGeneralHealth.org

Joni and Friends
Many services including support groups for people affected by disabilities.
(717)509-6170:  Contact person-Sib Charles
www.joniandfriends.org

Schreiber Pediatric Rehab Center
Provides a variety of programs for children with disabilities and developmental delays.
(717)393-0425:  Contact person-Lori Shoemaker
www.schreiberpediatric.org

New Horizons
An online resource for individuals with disabilities and their families, including a message board for those that may not be able to attend support meetings outside their home.
www.new-horizons.org

United Cerebral Palsy of PA
Offering help to those with CP and a link to finding resources for a wide variety of other disabilities.
www.ucpofpa.org

Penn State Hershey
Offering a wide variety of health related information and support groups statewide.
CareLine: 1 (800)243-1455 or (717) 531-6955
www.pennstatehershey.org

Ephrata Community Hospital
Offering a wide variety of support groups in Lancaster County.
(717)859-3991
www.ephratahospital.org

ADD/ADHD

CHADD
Children with Attention Deficit Disorders
1(800)233-4050 (National Resource Center on ADHD)
www.chadd.org

ALS/Lou Gehrigs
ALS Association
Will help you find a support group in your community.
Lancaster/Harrisburg: (717)566-1700:   Contact person- Judy Lyter
www.alsassoc@alsphiladelphia.org

AUTISM

ABOARD
Advisory Board on Autism & Related Disorders
1(800)827-9385
www.aboard.org

National Autism Association of Pennsylvania
Providing support for parents whose child is autistic.

Autism Society of Berks County
Providing education and support for parents and professionals regarding Autism Spectrum Disorder.
(610)736-3739

BRAIN/SPINAL CORD INJURY

Brain and Spinal Cord.Org
Offering up to date information and a link to PA support groups.
(800)800-0640
www.brainandspinalcord.org

Care Givers
Support for all caregivers, particularly those caring for the aging with dementia.
(717)367-1121 x33164: Contact person-Deb
www.caregiver.com

Pennsylvania Parents and Caregivers Resource Network
1(888) 5-PARENT

DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES

The ARC of Lancaster County
Providing support services and support groups for children and adults with developmental disabilities.
Includes support opportunities for siblings of special needs individuals.
(717)394-5251:  Contact person-Ellen
www.TheArcofLancasterCo.org

Down Syndrome
Down Syndrome Support Group of the Susquehanna Valley, Inc
Offering support to the entire family of a Down Syndrome individual.
www.downsyndromepages.com

Multiple Sclerosis
Provides information and assists individuals and families find a local chapter support group.
(800)344-4867
www.nationalmssociety.org

Muscular Dystrophy
Muscular Dystrophy Association
1(800)572-1717
www.mdausa.org

Neuropathy
Neuropathy Support Group of Lancaster
Information and a link to support groups in your area.
(800)341-2121
www.neuropathy.org

Mesothelioma Prognosis
A Great resource which covers all aspects of the horrible disease including the causes, diagnosis, and prognosis.
www.mesotheliomaprognosis.org

Mesothelioma Cancer Alliance - Resources for Patients and their Families
www.mesothelioma.com

Spina Bifida Resource-Quarryville, PA
Serving individuals born with spina bifida and their families.
(717)786-9280