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This manual provides an overview of the world of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It was developed by Ohio parents of individuals with ASD who have a broad range of experience with interventions, resources, and services.
Click the picture or heading above to access the entire 274-page PDF. For links to sections broken down by topic, click here.
The Autism Center works to improve their instruction and support for individuals with autism. Website includes:
Introduction to ASD
Grab & Go Interventions
Webinars and Articles
and more!
ASD Strategies in Action offers FREE video training courses in evidence-based strategies that can be used in natural environments during the typical routines and activities of toddlers and preschoolers, elementary and middle school students, and high school and transition age individuals.
Designed for parents, family members, teachers, and other care providers.
Autism Internet Modules (AIM) provide high-quality information and professional development for anyone who supports, instructs, works with, or lives with someone with autism. Developed with partners from across the country, participants can select from over 50 modules to complete at their own time and pace.
Routine_cards_home.pdfHow to Use Visual Schedules for Routines at home
How to Use Visual Schedules for Routines at home
Ready to print and use, to build independence and complaince with routines
HowTo-FirstThen.pdfHow to Use First-Then Charts
How to Use First-Then Charts
Ready to print and use with your child, including directions
behavior-cue-cards-with-tabs.pdfBehavior Cue Cards
Behavior Cue Cards
Ready to print and use with your child, to prompt desired behaviors
The days after an autism diagnosis can be overwhelming. The Autism Speaks 100 Day Kit helps families of children between the ages of five and 13 make the best possible use of the 100 days following the diagnosis. A 100 Day Kit for young children is also available.
This kit will help you learn more about autism and how to access the services that your child needs. It contains information and advice collected from trusted experts on autism, autistics and parents.
Milestones- Autism Resources for Families
Milestones Autism Resources improves the lives of autistic individuals, families, caregivers and professionals by educating, coaching, and connecting them with trusted resources.
The linked "for family" page includes topics such a Social Communication, IEPs, Transition to Adulthood, Toolkits, Resources, and FAQs.
Total Education Solutions (TES) Autism Navigator Program
Autism Navigators walk alongside families to provide education, support, and access to services. They serve as a caregiver’s go-to person for questions and guidance. Located in Fairlawn and Columbus.
Options for Diagnostic Evaluations
Options for Diagnostic Evaluations
The Akron Children's Hospital Autism clinic diagnostic team provide diagnosis, medical management and behavioral supports to children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder.
Nationwide Children's Hospital: Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
The Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders and the Child Development Center at Nationwide Children’s Hospital provide comprehensive, multidisciplinary care focusing on evidence-based treatment, education, research and advocacy for children with the diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Located at the Hospital for Rehabilitation Campus, in the Debra Ann November Wing, the Center for Autism is a state-of-the-art facility designed specifically to provide diagnostic, treatment based on applied analysis and intensive educational programming.
Within the Center for Autism, Services include:
Outpatient Services
Diagnostic Clinics
Clinical Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Services
Outpatient Speech/Language Therapy
Lerner School for Autism is a chartered, non-public school serving students ages 5 to 22 and offers the following programs:
Early Childhood Program
School-age Program
Consultation Services
Research
At the Rainbow Autism Center, testing is conducted by a multidisciplinary team of psychologists, neuropsychologists, and developmental pediatricians who administers tests and interprets results.
In addition to providing a wide range of services and therapies for children with autism and other special needs, TES can provide autism diagnostic evaluations. Located in Fairlawn and Columbus.
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers
"In addition to therapy, Hopebridge provides diagnostic assessments, as well as ABA, OT, and speech evaluations to get the answers your family needs to set the stage at a young age." Located in Akron.
KidsLink Neurobehavioral Center is a coordinated team of professionals who address the total needs of children and young adults with a variety of neurological and psychological diagnoses. Located in Streetsboro.
Dental Care
Dental Care
A Guide to Dental Care for Children with Autism:
https://www.byteme.com/community/resources/article/dental-care-children-with-autism-guide/
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