How You Can Help

How You Can Contribute To Help

Special Kids Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization  operating as a Community Parent Resource Center. Special Kids, Inc. is dedicated to empowering, educating, and supporting families of children with disabilities. Established in 1990, our primary goal is to ensure that all children are getting the appropriate care and education needed to experience a happy, healthy, productive life, and most of all reach their fullest potential.  We keep parents of children with disabilities informed about the laws that govern special education programs.

​Special Kids, Inc. (SKI) has a community of parents, families, legislators, advocates, service providers, the Houston-area and national supporters. We could do very little without such an amazing support network of such community-minded people.

Special Kids, Inc. P.O. Box 2175 Houston, TX 77588

Be A Part Of Our Team!

We always welcome anyone who would like to be involved with our programs.

​Currently we are seeking:

Click here to open and print the Volunteer Application Form (PDF). After you have completed the Volunteer Form, email it to Diona at dharper@specialkidsinc-tx.org or mail it to: 

Training & Support

SKI’s full range of services assist families of children, youth, and young adults from birth to 26. Our services are without regard to race, disability, religion language, sexual orientation or economic status.

Our Services

One-on-One Consultations

One on One Consultations with parents over the phone and in person with questions about their child’s specific needs. We, as team members, assist parents in working with professionals to plan appropriate services for their children. (ARD/IEP support, referrals, etc.)
Assistance with obtaining and evaluating services that meets the basic as well as educational needs of the child.

Workshops for Parents

SKI endeavors to assist and empower parents to advocate for the development Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Admission, Review and Dismissal (ARD) meeting strategies, effectively communicate with teachers, administrators, and service providers, and navigate school systems. We also provide training for educators and surrogate parents to help them better assess the needs of their child/children, set attainable goals, and assistance in realizing the capabilities which cultivates an atmosphere where all children are equipped with skills to reach the maximum potential.

For help with your ARD/IEP meetings, contact us at least one week prior to meeting with the school. Bring all documents related to your child’s disability and education. One of our specially trained staff members will assist you in understanding what the documents mean and suggest courses of action appropriate for your child’s needs.

Support Groups for Parents and Caregivers

SKI Meetings: Outside support is important and SKI truly understands the supports needed to help parents and caregivers feel less isolated, empowered with knowledge, and validation of emotions that is a response to real life situation. Support group meetings are a place for parents and caregivers to give and receive both emotional and practical support. These meetings also allow us to exchange information and get ideas on how to handle these real life situations.

​To find a local SKI group contact SKI at 713-783-KIDS (5437) or email us at info-help@specialkidsinc-tx.org.

SKI in Public Schools (SIPS)  is a group run by parents for parents. SIPS meetings provide parents of children with disabilities with an outlet for share information, experiences, resources, and support. SIPS meetings are a great way to maintain contact with school officials, increase parent involvement on school campuses, obtain up to date information from the Department of Education and TEA in regards to special education services.

​Please contact us if you are interested in starting or joining the SIPS support group on your child’s school campus or in your child’s community.

Workshops And Training

Here is a list of some workshops and trainings that SKI provides:

Have Any Donation Or Contact Us

Please contact us if you are interested in starting or joining the SIPS support group on your child’s school campus or in your child’s community.

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