ASK Resource Center

ASK Resource Center We are the state of Iowa's Parent Training and Information Center for families of children with disabilities.

We are a family-focused nonprofit organization whose mission is to empower individuals with disabilities and their family members. Access for Special Kids (ASK) Resource Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that serves as the state of Iowa's Parent Training and Information Center for families of children and young adults with disabilities and special health care needs. ASK provides trainin

g, information, advocacy, and support at no cost for individuals with disabilities, their families, and the people who serve them. We are funded by various federal, state, and local grants, as well as corporate and private donations. To ensure the privacy of the families we serve, ASK does not provide one-on-one assistance or support directly through Facebook. If you are in need of assistance, please call us at (800) 450-8667 or submit a contact request on our website at http://askresource.org/contact. Our office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-4:30 pm.

📢 We are one week away from our Early Childhood Resource Fair in Red Oak, IA!Join us for a family-friendly event featuri...
05/30/2026

📢 We are one week away from our Early Childhood Resource Fair in Red Oak, IA!

Join us for a family-friendly event featuring a variety of community partners ready to connect with you. This event is designed to support families with children ages birth through five years old who do or might have a disability or special health care need. Don't miss out on this free, fun event!

🗓️ June 6th
đź•‘ 10:00 am- 2:00 pm
📍 Red Oak Child Development Center, Red Oak, IA

Join ASK Resource Center’s “Ask Each Other” Virtual Support Groups this June! 💙Connect with other families, share experi...
05/29/2026

Join ASK Resource Center’s “Ask Each Other” Virtual Support Groups this June! 💙
Connect with other families, share experiences, and give & get support in a welcoming virtual space facilitated by ASK’s Family Support Specialists. Whether you’re looking for encouragement, resources, or community, you are not alone.

📅 Monday, June 1st | 12:00–1:00 PM
📅 Thursday, June 18th | 6:30–7:30 PM
đź“ŤRegister Here: https://www.askresource.org/events

We look forward to connecting with you!

It’s essential to be aware of the graduation requirements and policies specific to your district. To find your district’...
05/28/2026

It’s essential to be aware of the graduation requirements and policies specific to your district.

To find your district’s graduation requirements, consider checking the district's official website or contacting the school administration for detailed information.

Take some time within the next week to review these requirements. Understanding them will enable you to monitor your child's progress and ensure they are accumulating the necessary credits to graduate successfully!

👉 Learn more about Graduation Planning at Transition Iowa: https://www.transitioniowa.org/resources?category=Learning&subcategory=High+school

📢 Time is running out to apply for Youth Leadership Academy! Applications are due by May 29th.YLA is a way to connect wi...
05/27/2026

📢 Time is running out to apply for Youth Leadership Academy! Applications are due by May 29th.

YLA is a way to connect with peers with disabilities, ages 14-21, and learn leadership skills. Spend two hours per day for five days this summer and gain skills for a lifetime. All sessions are virtual and FREE!

The training will focus on:
- How to become a leader
- How to advocate for yourself and others
- What you are capable of!

Apply Here: https://www.iowaddcouncil.org/yla

Navigating post-secondary, disability transition can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. 💙 Join ASK Res...
05/26/2026

Navigating post-secondary, disability transition can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. 💙

Join ASK Resource Center’s Ask Each Other Virtual Support Group to connect with other families, share experiences, and gain support from ASK Family Support Specialists. Whether it's questions about living options, work training and support, or continuing education, our families and staff are here to help.

đź“… Thursday, May 28th
đź•Ą 6:30-7:30 PM
đź“Ť Virtual (Registration is required)

Learn More and Register: https://www.askresource.org/events/may-28th-ask-each-other-post-secondary-transition-virtual-support-group-630-730-pm

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ul...
05/25/2026

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. Today we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

In observance of Memorial Day, our office will be closed for the day and will resume normal business hours tomorrow.

We hope you have time to relax, reflect, and enjoy the day with family and friends!

ASK is excited to host its first Early Childhood Resource Fair in Southwest Iowa!Do you have a young child with a disabi...
05/20/2026

ASK is excited to host its first Early Childhood Resource Fair in Southwest Iowa!

Do you have a young child with a disability or special healthcare need? Come join us for a family-friendly event featuring a variety of community partners ready to connect with you and help support your child's development. This event is designed to support families with children ages birth through five years old. Don't miss out on this free, fun event!

No need for families and caregivers to sign up. Just come, learn and connect!

🗓️ June 6th
đź•‘ 10:00 am- 2:00 pm
📍 Red Oak Child Development Center, Red Oak, IA

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Calling all Southwest Iowa early childhood providers, therapists, health systems, service agencies, and community organi...
05/20/2026

Calling all Southwest Iowa early childhood providers, therapists, health systems, service agencies, and community organizations! đź“Ł

Join us for the Early Childhood Resource Fair in Red Oak and connect with families looking for resources, support, and services for young children. This is a great opportunity to share your programs, build community connections, and make a lasting impact.

🗓️ Saturday, June 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
đź“Ť Red Oak Child Development Center | Red Oak, Iowa

Vendor spaces are now open and free to attend—reserve yours today! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/qndepvk

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A few weeks have gone by and the data is in. Thank you to everyone who came out for Together We Can 2026! Because of you...
05/15/2026

A few weeks have gone by and the data is in. Thank you to everyone who came out for Together We Can 2026! Because of you, we reached record attendance, making this year's conference the biggest TWC yet.

🩵 331 Participants
🩵 45 Exhibitors
🩵 25 Youth and Young Adults with Disabilities
🩵 13 Siblings

We hope to see you all (and more) back next year to celebrate 15 years of Together We can!
Save the date for TWC 2027: May 1st, 2027!

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6165 NW 86th Street , Ste. 234
Johnston, IA
50131

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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