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The Not Forgotten 1st's goal is to advocate for equal access and opportunity for individuals with disabilities and to support and to provide resources to the families that walk alongside them. "Our ultimate goal is to advocate for equal access and opportunity for individuals with exceptionalities and to support the families that walk alongside them." We see you. We hear you. And we are here. You are not forgotten. TNF1st 2025 Highlights Our first year was filled with meaningful moments, incredible families, and a community we were honored to serve. We are grateful for every connection and every step taken together. This is only the beginning. As we enter year two, we look forward to growing with purpose and creating even greater opportunities to serve and uplift others. Photo Gallery Community Resources Navigating the journey of caring for a loved one with an exceptionality can feel overwhelming. Finding the right support, information, and opportunities shouldn't have to be another challenge. That is why we have created the Community Resource page with a curated list of organizations, non-profits and services, all dedicated to supporting the individuals with exceptionalities and their families. For More Information The Not Forgotten 1st is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Community Resources < Back Exceptionality Awareness Linda Bonner Blessed with Extraordinary Support, Resources and Coaching Mission: “To partner with families and caregivers who want to experience the hope and joy of building a fulfilling life for their loved ones with Down Syndrome and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).” Contact Information: Email: blessedwithextraordinary@gmail.com Website: www.blessedwithextraordinary.com Dominique Cares Mission: "Our mission is to enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities by providing the highest quality care, training, and support. We are dedicated to championing their needs, offering resources, help, and hope, and empowering them to succeed in life, family, and the community—one person at a time." Contact Information: Email: Info@dominquecares.com Phone: (972) 806-2480 Website: https://www.dominiquecares.com/ Especially Needed Mission: "To build a strong community where individuals with special needs are valued, respected and included." Contact Information: Email: heather@especaillyneeded.org Phone: 214-499-3439 Website: www.especiallyneeded.org The G.U.D. Life Universal Mission: “The G.U.D. Life Universal strengthens and supports individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and their families by cultivating generosity, unity, and dignity—creating opportunities for everyone to thrive in a brighter future.” Contact Information: Email: info@thegudlife.org Phone Number: 626-230-0085 Website: https://thegudlife.org/home/ Hank’s Friends Mission: “We endeavor to serve our typical and atypical communities by providing resources and assistance to those in need without our communities.” Contact Information: Website: www.hanksfriends.org Labeled & Loved Mission: "To embrace and strengthen families with disabilities by providing connective experiences and educational resources for the primary caretaker igniting personal growth and systemic change within the community." Contact Information: Email: hello@labeledandloved.org Website: https://www.labeledandloved.org/ The Cerebral Palsy Toolkit Levin & Perconti Mission: "When your child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy, it can dramatically alter the life you imagined for your child and your family. Caring for a child with cerebral palsy requires significant time and energy, and it can take a toll on your family’s finances. This guide can help you find support, cope with the changes, and explore ways to set your child on a path to a bright future." Contact Information: Website: https://www.levinperconti.com/birth-injury/cerebral-palsy/guide-toolkit/ LifePath Systems Mission: "LifePath Systems’ Mission is to serve individuals and families impacted by behavioral health, intellectual or developmental challenges, resulting in stronger communities." Contact Information: Phone: (972) 422-5939 Website: https://www.lifepathsystems.org/ Meletra Bell ( Division Coordinator) • Email: mbell@lifepathsystems.org Jade Gittens ( Supported Employment Supervisor) • Email: jgittens@lifepathsystems.org Jonathan Steele (Crisis Intervention Specialist) • Email: jsteele@lifepathsystems.org Metrocare Services Mission: “At Metrocare, we serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying." Contact Information: Phone: 214-243-1200 Website: https://www.metrocareservices.org/ Navigate Life Texas Mission: “To inform and empower parents of children with disabilities or special health care needs.” This Texas Health and Human Services website provides resources and support for families raising children with disabilities. Contact Information: Phone: (877) 541-7905 Website: https://www.navigatelifetexas.org/en/about Partners Resource Network James Wright Regional Coordinator Mission: “To empower and support Texas families and individuals impacted by disabilities or special health care needs.” Contact Information: Email: region10prn@gmail.com Phone: (469) 712 - 8409 or (855) 974 - 1368 Website: https://prntexas.org/ The Arc of DFW Area Julia Chalker, Director Mission: “To be a driving force for advocacy and support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the DFW Metroplex.” Contact Information: Email: julia@thearcofdfw.org Email: Info@thearcofdfw.org Website: https://www.thearcofdfw.org/about-us To Be Like Me Mission: "To Be Like Me is a nonprofit disability awareness program on a mission to encourage empathy, kindness, and compassion through disability awareness programs led by people living with disabilities. Our impactful focus areas include: 1. Offering transformative 2-hour field trips for students and teachers at the Greenwood Hills Learning Center in Richardson. 2. Hosting enlightening panel discussions for businesses on the importance of accessibility, inclusion, and engagement for people with disabilities. 3. Creating meaningful job opportunities for individuals with disabilities as advocates and educators in our programs." Contact Information: Email: Hello@tobelikeme.org Website: https://tobelikeme.org/ The Steven A. Cohen Military Family Clinic at Metrocare Mission: “The Cohen Clinic at Metrocare seeks to complement care provided by the Veterans Administration (VA) and support the mental health of post-9/11 veterans, active duty service members, and their families.” Contact Information: Email: mfc@metrocareservices.org Phone: 469-680-3500 Website: metrocareservices.org/mfc VisioTech Tiffani Martin (Founder & CEO) Mission: “To lead the future of responsible technology by creating accessible, secure AI solutions that expand opportunity, protect communities and make equity a built-in advantage — not an afterthought.” Contact Information: Email: info@visiotech.co Website: www.visiotech.co The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Photo Gallery < Back Oct - Dec 2025 Capable Minds, Hearts & Hands JOY Service December 21, 2025 _____________________________________________________ North Texas Performing Arts "Scrooge the Musical" December 14, 2025 _____________________________________________________ The North Texas Disability Chamber Holiday Party December 3, 2025 _____________________________________________________ The City of DeSoto - Commission for People with Disabilities December 3, 2025 _____________________________________________________ Minnie's Food Pantry's Thanksgiving Giveaway November 22, 2025 _____________________________________________________ Volunteer McKinney's Nonprofit Leaders Breakfast November 18, 2025 _____________________________________________________ Community Cares' Thanksgiving Blessing Baskets (McKinney Care & Share) November 15, 2025 _____________________________________________________ Community Connections' "Charlie Brown's Chaotic Christmas Spectacular" Production November 14, 2025 _____________________________________________________ The Arc of DFW: A Look Ahead Conference November 8, 2025 _____________________________________________________ Capable Minds, Hearts & Hands' Sneakers and Spaghetti Fall Social October 24, 2025 _____________________________________________________ Positive Police Encounters October 23, 2025 _____________________________________________________ Dominique Cares Black Tie Masquerade Sneaker Ball for a Cause October 11, 2025 _____________________________________________________ < Back

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Photo Gallery FEATURED _____________________________________________________ Community Town Hall July 17 , 2025 RECENT _____________________________________________________ Pioneering Excellence's MLK Scholarship Gala January 16, 2026 _____________________________________________________ Dominique CARES Tour January 13, 2026 _____________________________________________________ 29 Acres Tour January 6, 2026 _____________________________________________________ Capable Minds, Hearts & Hands JOY Service December 21, 2025 _____________________________________________________ North Texas Performing Arts "Scrooge the Musical" December 14, 2025 _____________________________________________________ More Photo Gallery: 2025: April - September , October - December

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< Back Video Resources TNF1st Community Town Hall Panelists The Conversation Continues The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

TNF1st Community Town Hall Panelists The Conversation Continues < Back Dawn Neufeld Meryl Evans Crystal Currie Dr. Blair Hickey The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Community Resources < Back Faith Based Community Arise Special Needs Ministry Irving Bible Church Mission: "God made each person in his image, and everyone has a purpose and inherent value. But many individuals with special needs and their families don’t experience this hope. That's why Arise exists! We offer a wide range of opportunities meant to encourage, empower, and uplift the whole family." Contact Information: Trinity Clark (Director of Arise) Dawn Johnson (Arise Coordinator) Email: info@irvingbible.org Phone: (972) 560-4600 Website: https://www.irvingbible.org/arise Capable Minds, Hearts & Hands The Potter's House IDD Outreach Mission: "The Potter’s House IDD Outreach is designed to serve, empower, and involve individuals of all ages with intellectual or developmental disabilities (IDD), alongside their families and caregivers." Contact Information: Email: info@tphidd.org Phone: 214-331-0954 Website: https://cmhhoutreach.org/ Community Care Deborah & Myron Bradford (Founders) Mission: "To address immediate needs while fostering long-term empowerment through education and collaboration." Programs: Project Care - Teens Can Build Contact Information: Email: info@communitycarenorthtexas.org Phone: 972-838-5906 Website: www.communitycarenorthtexas.org Special Needs Connect Mission: "To help churches start and strengthen special needs ministries...and equip, empower, and encourage Texas church leaders through monthly meetings in Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Houston. " Contact Information: Website: https://snconnect.org/ Younglife North Texas Capernaum Mission: “Kids around the world are searching for home, meaning and belonging. We get in it with them and accept them as they are. We want the kids to have the chance to live life to the fullest.” Contact Information: Email: ntxcapernaum@gmail.com Website: https://northtexascapernaum.younglife.org The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Community Resources < Back Counseling / Therapy BEST (Behavioral Evaluation Services of Texas) Mission: “To help you easily navigate this confusing world of mental health.” Contact Information: Email: office@bestmckinney.com Phone: (214) 550 - 7757 Website: www.bestmckinney.com Dehnu Mitchell, M.A. BCBA, LBA CEO/Founder of Hear N' AdHere In-home/community ABA Service Mission: "Hear N' AdHere ABA Services seeks to empower and strengthen the family unit of children who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities. We hear the cries of our parents and support them by teaching simple, easy ways of utilizing what they already have in their natural environment through the principles of ABA and with faith to believe that what we do makes a significant difference to the betterment of their child." Contact Information: Email: admin@hearnadhere.com Phone (C): 445.209.1890 Phone (O): 469.626.7624 Website: www.hearnadhere.com Minds In Action Counseling Mission: “To build effective tools for overcoming challenges. Our compassionate therapists specialize in personalized therapy, addressing your unique needs and guiding you toward healing and personal growth.” Contact Information: Email: info@MindsInActionCounseling.com Phone: (469) 214 - 5111 Website: MindsInActionCounseling.com Shine Behavior Consulting Amber Olson, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA Founder/Parent Support Specialist Mission: “To equip parents and caregivers with the tools they need to help their child or adult thrive, both at home and in the community.” Contact Information: Email: amber@shinebehaviorconsulting.com Website: www.shinebehaviorconsulting.com Stephen Simpson Behavioral Specialist Mission: "My approach is collaborative... to help guide our sessions. As a behavioral specialist we will explore thoughts that are directly connected to the behavior as a whole. Everything will be done at a pace that is beneficial for your therapeutic growth." Contact Information: Website: https://www.luvonthemove.com/ Phone: 214-974-3757 Speech Breakthroughs Speech Therapy Mission: "We believe in collaborating with families and empowering them to succeed beyond the therapy room." Contact Information: Email: info@speechbreakthroughs.com Phone: 945-241-3381 Website: www.speechbreakthroughs.com Thrive Therapy Mission: “Thrive Therapy provides pediatric Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy, Speech-Language Therapy, and Occupational Therapy. Whether your child is receiving one or all of our pediatric therapies, rest assured that your child will be in the best hands with qualified therapists and technicians that have years of experience. Our therapists are committed to collaborating and working together to help your child Thrive.” Contact Information: Email: info@ThriveTherapyTX.com Phone: (214) 736 - 8376 Website: www.ThriveTherapyTX.com Vice Versa Speech & Language Services Mission: “Vice Versa is a private practice dedicated to delivering the highest quality speech, language and feed therapy, along with comprehensive diagnostic services.” Contact Information: Email: info@viceversaspeech.com Phone: (469) 320 - 1700 Website: www.viceversaspeech.com The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Community Resources < Back Sensory Stacy's Sensory Solutions Mission: "We empower people by giving them custom solutions for unique needs." Contact Information: Phone: (972) 599 - 1220 Phone(Spanish): (469) 322 - 9233 Website: https://stacyssensorysolutions.com/ The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Community Resources < Back Medicare / Medicaid Nicole Morgan, OTR, CSA, CTLC Morgan Medicare Solutions Licensed Health Insurance Agent / Owner Mission: “To be your local resource for everything Medicare from sign up to plan enrollment and service throughout your journey on Medicare.” Contact Information: Email: nicole@morganmedicaresolutions.com Phone: (903) 815 - 0656 Website: www.morganmedicaresolutions.com The following list of resources is provided for informational purposes only. The Not Forgotten 1st has compiled these resources based on our personal experiences and the experiences of others, but we encourage you to conduct your own thorough research and due diligence before engaging any of these providers. Your interactions and any agreements with these third parties are solely between you and the provider. By using this resource list, you acknowledge and agree that The Not Forgotten 1st is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.