Autism Resources

Autism Resource Links

• ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) Educational Resources - provides parents the opportunity to obtain ABA resource materials at an affordable cost, and where possible, at no charge to the parents.
• ASAN (Autistic Self-Advocacy Network) – The Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) is a non-profit organization run by and for autistic people. ASAN’s supporters include Autistic adults and youth, those with other distinct neurological types and neurotypical family members, professionals, educators and friends. ASAN was created to provide support and services to individuals on the autism spectrum while working to change public perception and combat misinformation by educating communities about persons on the autism spectrum.
• Asperger’s Northwest – A Seattle area community of individuals, family members, and friends whose lives are touched by Asperger’s Syndrome
• Autism and PDD Support Network - The Autism-PDD website has the latest information on Autism Spectrum disorders with Autism and PDD Information and Resources to help your child
• Autism One Radio – A web-based radio station with programs on therapies, biomedical treatments and other topics
• Autism Organizations Worldwide – A list of national (and in some cases, regional) autism organizations
• Autism Outreach Project – Home of the (Washington) Autism Outreach Project, a State Needs Project through the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction in collaboration with the Infant Toddler Early Intervention Program of the Department of Social and Health Services and Northwest Educational Service District 189
• Autism Recovery Network – The ARN is a biological support group for families and professionals in Florida dealing with autistic spectrum disorders such as ADD, ADHD, PDD, PDD-NOS, Aspergers, HFA and Autism
• Autism Research Network Web Site - The National Institutes of Health support two major research networks dedicated to understanding and treating autism. This Web site provides a single source of information about these networks and the research they conduct
• Autism Society of America – The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization, exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism
• Autism Society of Florida - Promotes lifelong access and  opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum
• Autism Speaks 100-day Kit – Assists families during the first 100 days after an autism diagnosis
• Autism Today – In 1996 Karen Simmons (author, keynote speaker, and businesswoman in autism-related endeavors) had a vision to simplify the information gathering and evaluating process for families dealing with Autism Spectrum Disorders… and Autism Today was the outcome
• Birth to Three Developmental Center – Birth to Three Developmental Center is a private non-profit child development program. They work with children from birth to age three and their families
• Central Florida Autism Institute - (CFAI) is a non-profit grass roots organization started by families of children with autism and by concerned professionals.
• developmentalweb.com – A listing of Seattle and King County area resources for children with learning disabilities or delays in development
• Division of Developmental Disabilities - Washington Division of Developmental Disabilities
• Easter Seals and Autism - Easter Seals has prepared a state-of-the-state report of autism services in the 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico
• Florida Autism Center of Excellence - FACE is an educational experience focused on helping every child to succeed. Built upon decades of experience and expertise in educating children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, FACE is increasing learning opportunities and choices for all students
• The Educational Aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorders - 75 Page Manual titled “The Educational Aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorders”
• FAU – Center For Autism And Related Disabilities - The purpose of this organization is to provide a program in Palm Beach County, Florida to serve those affected by Alzheimer’s, autism spectrum disorders, dementia and other related disorders
• FEAT of Washington – Families for Effective Autism Treatment – Serves families of children with autism and their educators.  We blend family and community resources into one dynamic nonprofit organization.
• INSAR – International Society for Autism Research – The International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) is a scientific and professional organization devoted to advancing knowledge about autism spectrum disorders
• Maternal Child Health Bureau (MCHB) – Combating Autism with this $42 million effort, HRSA’s implementation of the Combating Autism Act of 2006, addresses some of the most urgent issues affecting people with autism and their families. A national evaluation also will be conducted to report to Congress on progress related to Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities
• NIMH – Autism – Autism Spectrum Disorders (Pervasive  Developmental Disorders Publications
  
• Northwest Autism Center - Northwest Autism Center’s Community Connections website, designed to inform, support and connect those affected by autism spectrum disorders in the Inland Northwest Washington
• Northwest Behavioral Associates - Northwest Behavioral Associates (NBA) is a highly respected and supported non-profit organization providing behavioral therapy and specialized education for children with autism and pervasive developmental disorders
• RDI Connect – The RDIconnect website is the entry point to a learning community committed to giving individuals a second chance at dynamic thinking
• SCERTS Model - The SCERTS Model is a research-based educational approach and multidisciplinary framework that directly addresses the core challenges faced by children and persons with ASD and related disabilities, and their families
• Talk About Curing Autism - TACA holds monthly meetings in many locations throughout the United States that feature educational speakers on important topics and allow family members to connect with one another and stay on top of the latest information in the autism world. Each TACA group maintains a resource library of the latest autism books and DVDs/CDs that can be checked out by members at no charge
• TEACCH – Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related  Communication-handicapped Children
  
• Trusera - is an online health network platform where you can find and share real-world experiences
• Weird Not Stupid - This website is a research source to learn about Autism Spectrum Disorders, specifically Asperger’s Syndrome.