Have you just received a diagnosis or autism for your child? Or do you suspect that your child may have autism? This can be an overwhelming and stressful time for families. We are here to provide you with important resources and support. Contact our office at 410-290-3466 or email info@howard-autism.org
Below are some helpful resources you may wish to explore:
Research Program in Early Detection and Diagnosis (A.J. Drexel Autism Institute)
Diagnosis – Information from Autism Society of America
Family Support & Resource Center – Howard County Public Schools/Dept. of Special Ed.
Designed to help families of children with special needs. Services include workshops, IEP assistance, IFSP assistance, newsletters, a lending library, facilitation of parent support groups, and community resources and service referrals.
Howard County Public Schools – Dept. of Special Education
Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF)
Represents more than 90 nonprublic schools throughout Maryland that serve students with a range of disabilities
Maryland’s Home and Community Based Services Waiver for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
allows eligible children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to receive specific waiver services
and certain Medicaid services to support them in their homes and communities.
The Maryland State Department of Education Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services.
Operation Autism – for Military Families
