The end of the year can bring extra expenses for families who have concerns about their child’s development or needs. On top of the usual holiday and household costs, you may find yourself:
- Using up covered therapy visits and needing to pay out of pocket
- Seeking a new diagnosis, treatment or service after first-quarter progress reports
- Purchasing adaptive versions of holiday gifts that come with a higher price tag
- Replacing everyday items that wear out faster for your child
- Reaching annual caps on family support funding or NEON assistance
If you’re feeling a pinch, Connecting for Kids has resources that can help.
Guide to Finding Funding
Our Guide to Finding Funding highlights eight different ways families in Northeast Ohio can find funds for therapies, equipment and other needs. It also includes a list of grants organized by diagnosis and type of support. Even if you can’t access help right now, applying early could make next fall a little easier.
Wish Granting Guide
While wish programs often focus on children with life-limiting conditions, our Wish Granting Guide also includes opportunities for children with autism, permanent disabilities or kids who have experienced trauma.
Ask Us
If you’re not sure where to start—or if you feel like you’ve tried everything—Ask Us! You’ll connect with another parent who understands what you’re going through and who can share ideas, compare notes and help you find next steps.
