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Community Resources < Back Financial Literacy and Planning Stephanie Cole Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative Mission: “To guide families of individuals with special needs through the critical process of building strong, thoughtful long-term financial plans.” Contact Information: Email: stephanie.cole@nm.com Phone: 513.366.3677 Website: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/financial/advisor/stephanie-cole First United Bank and Banzai Financial Planning The Not Forgotten 1st, in partnership with First United Bank and Banzai, is offering free online financial literacy resources that matter most to our families with loved ones with exceptionalities. These resources provide families with in-depth lessons on Estate Planning, Health Insurance, the financial aspects of Starting a New Job and so much more. It is designed to provide them with the knowledge they need to build a more secure future. Mission: "To bring clear, in-depth lessons that help families dive into the financial topics they care most about." Contact Information: Website: https://tnf1st.banzai.org/wellness 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 Special Education Advocate Together Special Education Mission: "Bridging the gap between parents and school leaders to ensure students with disabilities receive the support, inclusion, and advocacy they deserve." Contact Information: Website: advocatetogether.org Email: admin@advocatetogether.org Follow us :@advocatetogether Ascension Kids Learning Center Mission: At Ascension Kids Learning Center, our mission is to provide high-quality childcare with a strong focus on early intervention. We are dedicated to nurturing each child’s development while connecting families with essential resources, including Speech, Occupational, Physical, and ABA therapies. As we grow, we remain a trusted partner in helping children and families thrive. Contact Information: Email: ascensionkidsinfo@gmail.com Phone: (469) 956- 2919 Website: https://ascensionkidslearningcenter.com Cheri Allen, M. Ed. Founder & Owner Aspire2Care Educational Diagnostician Mission: "At Aspire2Care, our mission is to empower individuals with exceptionalities and their families by closing gaps in access, advocacy, and support. We partner with organizations like The Not Forgotten 1st to ensure no family walks alone—providing high-quality evaluations, resources, and guidance that promote equity, awareness, and opportunity. Through collaboration and culturally responsive practices, Aspire2Care is committed to building stronger communities where every child and family has the tools they need to thrive." Contact Information: Email: admin@bookaspire2care.com Phone: 214-836-8652 Website: www.bookaspire2care.com Tracey L. McEntyre Advocate & Coach Mission: "I assist special needs families in transitioning from public school to homeschool. I also serve as a personal emotional outlet for Autism moms in the community." Contact Information: Email: traceyl.mcentyre@iepcoachtx.com Phone: 469.464.9861 Website: www.iepcoachtx.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 Respite Blossom & Branch Mission: “To offer a bit of relief to families who spend so much of their lives caring for, and often worrying about, their children with special needs; and to back the teacher’s aides; the ones who truly care about working with special needs kids in classrooms everyday but are often forced to step away because the pay just doesn’t cut it.” Contact Information: Email: blossomandbranchco@gmail.com Phone: (972) 804 - 3138 Website: https://goblsm.com/about-us Lifetime of Love Nannies Mission: “To come to your home to create a safe and nurturing environment for your family.” (For Special Needs Nanny Services, are CPR certified, undergo background checks and possess experience in special needs care or therapy. We welcome all children regardless of their needs; no challenge is too great or too small for us.) Contact Information: Email: deborah@lifetimeoflovenannies.com Phone: (214) 438 - 4814 Website: lifetimeoflovenannies.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 Wellness Services Azia Whitted Wellness Coach Mission: "To help families build emotional reset rhythms, a pause, so they can show up with presence and break the cycle of burnout and being overwhelmed." Azia offers individual and group coaching, workshops, resources and movement classes. Contact Information: Email: info@aziaranea.com Website: www.aziaranea.com Grace Siller Life Coach. Consultant Mission: " Grace Siller is a dedicated life coach specializing in supporting neurodiverse families - parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children. As both a life coach and an autism mom, Grace offers compassionate guidance to help families reduce stress, prevent burnout, create sustainable self-care practices, and reconnect with their identity and purpose. She provides one-on-one coaching, group workshops, and tools rooted in mindfulness, resilience, and empowerment. She helps families thrive, not just survive, on their unique journeys." Grace also serves as a business consultant, providing wellness and inclusion-focused businesses to create impactful, inclusive spaces and services for neurodiverse teams. Her work bridges lived experience and professional expertise to promote equity, emotional well-being, and authentic connection. Contact Information: Website: gracesiller.com Phone: 703-712-9563 Email: grace@gracesiller.com Kendra L. Glass Wellness Checks 4U Mission: "Our Mission is to help seniors and those with disabilities stay independent while living at home but not alone. We are dedicated to ensuring your loved one is safe, healthy and happy even when you can't be there. Our compassionate team is here to support your family needs." Contact Information: Email: kglass@kgprotection4u.com Phone: (469) 885-0646 Website: https://wellnesschecks4u.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 Day Programs and Independent Living 29 Acres Mission: “To ensure that people living with autism and other neurodiversity have community and a safe place to live where opportunity and happiness are the standard.” Contact Information: Email: connect@29acres.org Phone: (469) 216 - 8038 Website: www.29acres.org AFiL (Association for Independent Living) Mission: “To provide a safe and supportive living environment for our adult residents who are diagnosed with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, elevating them to their highest independence and interdependence through life skills, education and vocational guidance.” Contact Information: Email: inquiry@afildfw.org Phone: (214) 351 - 0798 Website: www.afildfw.org Directing My Life Sarah Rodriguez, Owner/Director Mission: “We are dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve greater independence and autonomy in their lives. We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential and lead a fulfilling life on their own terms.” Contact Information: Email: srodriguez@directingmylife.com Phone: (903) 456 - 0849 Website: www.directingmylife.com My Possibilities Mission: “To provide adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities with higher education and opportunities to let their untapped possibilities shine.” Contact Information: Email: frontdesk@mptx.org Phone: (469) 241 - 9100 Website: https://mypossibilities.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 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 Financial Literacy and Planning Take Me Home Plano Police Department Mission: “This program allows first responders to know en route to an emergency where an individual lives and alerts them that he or she may be non-verbal or lack expressive language.” Contact Information: Phone: (972) 941 - 2431 Website: www.planopolice.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.

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 Texas Identification Card Nerissa Bell Texas Department of Public Safety Mission: "Texas residents can obtain a photo ID card from the Texas Department of Public Safety that is valid for up to six years. It is an official document used to verify a person's identity." Nerissa is available to assist individuals with exceptionalities and their families with specific needs related to: Identification cards Driver's licenses Disability parking placards Other state-issued credentials She is here to help navigate the application processes, answer your questions, and ensure you have the necessary information and support. Contact Information: Email: nerissa.bell@dps.texas.gov Phone: 972-867-5170 Texas Department of Public Safety Assistance for People with Disabilities Below is the link that allows individuals and families with disabilities to be able to make a special appointment to be served: https://www.dps.texas.gov/apps/DriverLicense/customer_service/ADA.aspx 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 Social Opportunities North Texas Performing Arts Starcatchers - Therapeutic Arts Programs Mission: “To develop the character of youth through performing arts education and family entertainment.” Contact Information: Email: customerservice@ntpa.org Phone: 972-422-2575 Website: https://ntpa.org/starcatchers/ United Rocks Mission: "To promote physical, mental, and social skills through the sport of rock climbing for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities." Contact Information: Email: info@unitedrocks.org Phone: (214) 769-5916 Website: https://unitedrocks.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 Fitness Special Strong Adaptive & Inclusive Fitness Manju Nivsarkar, M.Ed. (ABA) Owner & Adaptive Fitness Trainer Mission: “To unlock the strength and confidence within the mind, body, and spirit of every individual impacted by mental, physical and cognitive challenges in order to live a more independent and abundant life.” Contact Information: Email: manju@specialstrong.com Phone: (469) 440 - 8916 Website: www.specialstrong.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 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.