Resources Available
Advocacy Groups
Arc of Indiana They are a national community-based organization serving and advocating for and with people with IDD and their families.
The Arc of Indiana (arcind.org)
In*Source Their mission is to provide information and training to help ensure effective educational programs and appropriate services are available for those with disabilities.
IN*SOURCE | Special Education Parent Support (insource.org)
Self-Advocates of Indiana Citizens who speak out, advocate and educate for equal rights, respect, and inclusion for all in the community.
Self-Advocates of Indiana (saind.org)
Care Giver Resources
care-giver-resources-1.pdf (charsangels.org)
Community Employment
Erksine Green Training Institute They offer training in hospitality, food service, healthcare, and inventory distribution
Erskine Green Training Institute (erskinegreeninstitute.org)
Pre-Employment Transition Service Offers information about secondary, postsecondary, or other recognized education programs for individuals with disabilities.
FSSA: DDRS: Pre-Employment Transition Services forms (in.gov)
Vocational Rehabilitation They help individuals with disabilities achieve employment.
FSSA: DDRS: Vocational Rehabilitation / Employment (in.gov)
Health and Wellness Resources
List of Food Pantries
https://www.foodpantries.org/ci/in-indianapolis
Indiana Department of Health
https://www.in.gov/health/
Community Action of Greater Indianapolis CAGI Prescription Drug Assistance
CAGI has access to Prescription Assistance Programs offered by all nationally pharmaceutical manufacturers. You are invited to fill out an application for your prescribed medications to be given freely or at a very low price
Phone Number 317-396-1800
https://www.cagi-in.org/cagis-prescription-assistance-programs/
American Diabetes Association
Gain a deeper understanding of how you can live a healthier life – with all the tools, health tips, and food ideas you need.
https://diabetes.org/diabetes
Alzheimer’s Association
https://alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs
Healthy Living Resources
IHCP Provider Locator This search finds providers of medical services enrolled with Indiana Medicaid. However, these providers may not be accepting new patients or patients in every Medicaid program. You should contact the provider directly to see whether he or she is accepting new patients. Be sure to tell the provider that you have Medicaid coverage.
Indiana Health Coverage Programs – IHCP Provider Locator (indianamedicaid.com)
Project Lifesaver Project Lifesaver is the premier search and rescue program operated internationally by public safety agencies and is strategically designed for “at risk” individuals who are prone to the life-threatening behavior of wandering. The primary mission of Project Lifesaver is to provide timely response to save lives and reduce potential injury for adults and children with the propensity to wander due to a cognitive condition
Project Lifesaver International | Bringing Loved Ones Home
Indiana Medicaid Learn about eligibility, how to apply, member rights and responsibilities, and more.
Housing Resources
Social Serve This is a resource that helps you find rental properties in Indiana
MyHousingSearch.com – Find Rental Properties in Indiana
Housing Search on HUD
Medicare/Medicaid Resources
Medicare part D
https://www.medicare.gov/drug-coverage-part-d
IN Connect Alliance
https://www.in.gov/fssa/inconnectalliance/
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (EAP)
The EAP can help pay heat and electric bills. EAP is a federally-funded program through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). EAP provides a one-time annual benefit that can assist with the cost of home energy.
Phone Number : 317-232-7777
https://www.in.gov/ihcda/homeowners-and-renters/low-income-home-energy-assistance-program-liheap/
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
988 is a free, confidential resource available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing callers a direct connection to compassionate, accessible care and support for anyone experiencing mental health related distress – whether that is thoughts of suicide, mental health or substance use crisis or any other kind of emotional distress. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.
If you or someone you know is currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, or a mental health or substance use crisis, please call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to speak with a trained crisis specialist 24/7/365. For more information, please visit 988Indiana.org
Social Opportunities
Best Buddies They offer One-to-One Friendship, Integrated Employment, and Leadership Development programs for individuals with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Indiana.
Indiana – Best Buddies International
Special Olympics Provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in more than 20 sports for those with intellectual disabilities
Home – Special Olympics Indiana (soindiana.org)
Access Pass The pass allows for low-cost admission to several museums and events in central Indiana
Access Pass Program | The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis (childrensmuseum.org)
Top Soccer This program brings the opportunity to learn and play soccer to any player age 8 and up who has a disability.
Homepage – Indiana Soccer (soccerindiana.org)
State and Federal Resources
Council on Independent Living They offer training in hospitality, food service, healthcare, and inventory distribution.
FSSA: DDRS: Centers for Independent Living
Indiana Institute of Disability and Community They work to improve choices and quality of life for people with disabilities and their families.
Indiana Institute on Disability and Community: Indiana University Bloomington
Indiana Protection & Advocacy Services They promote and advance the rights of individuals with disabilities through empowerment and advocacy to achieve a more equitable society.
Bureau of Disability Services They are committed to partnering with individuals, families, and professionals to ensure person-centered services that empower people with disabilities and their families by connecting them to resources and supports to live their best lives.
FSSA: DDRS: Disabilities Services (in.gov)
Division of Aging They support the development of alternatives to nursing home care and coordinates services through a network of Area Agencies on Aging.
FINDER This program gives people living with disabilities 24/7 access to a comprehensive range of community resources designed to improve their quality of life.
Home – Indiana Disability Resource FINDER
Transportation Resources
CICOA Way2Go They provide rides to medical appointments, pharmacies, grocery stores, and more.
Senior Transportation Services | CICOA
IHCP Family Member Transportation The IHCP allows a family member or close associate of a Medicaid member to officially enroll as a driver, so the driver’s mileage can be reimbursed.
Indiana Medicaid: Providers: Family Member/Associate Transportation Providers
Non-Emergency Transportation
FSSA: Medicaid Policy: Overview (in.gov)
Johnson County Access Bus They provide transportation services for citizens in Johnson County, Indiana.
Access Johnson County (gatewayarc.com)