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Autism Collaboration |
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Autism Collaboration brings together the most
experienced autism advocacy organizations in the
country. The autism community needs a new research
paradigm that embraces the knowledge and expertise
of parents who live with this disease on a daily
basis. The A+ Research Initiative would serve to
inform, solicit, review and fund autism research
initiatives following the guiding principal of
helping the most kids the most quickly!
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Autism Guide
by Lisa Jo Rudy
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Lisa Jo Rudy is the mother of Tommy, age 14,
diagnosed with PDD-NOS. She is also a professional
writer, researcher and consultant. Lisa and her
videographer/photographer husband, Peter, live in
Massachusetts. Their son, Tom, is homeschooled and
their daughter, Sara, attends public school. Lisa is
the author of the book
"Get Out, Explore and Have Fun:How Families of
Children With Autism or Asperger Syndrome Can Get
the Most Out of Community Activities," published
in May, 2010 from Jessica Kingsley Press. She is
available as a speaker for conferences and events,
and may be contacted at
lisa@lisarudy.com
for specific details. There are many facts and
information about AUTISM-Signs, Symptoms,
Treatments, Resources, & Support for Autism.
http://autism.about.com/
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Autism Link |
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Our mission is to provide opportunities for
inclusion, information, and support; to keep
parents, family members of individuals with autism
spectrum disorders and autistic individuals apprised
of news and information, help them in their quest
for services, and also in their quest for
camaraderie with others in the autism community. We
seek to directly help parents by providing
opportunities for support, diagnosis, therapeutic
services, inclusion and information, free of charge.
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Autism Research Institute |
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The Autism Research Institute (ARI), a non-profit organization, was established in 1967. For more than 40 years, ARI has devoted its work to conducting research, and to disseminating the results of research, on the
triggers of autism and on
methods of diagnosing and treating autism. We provide research-based information to parents and professionals around the world.
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Autism Society |
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The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots
autism organization, exists to improve the lives of
all affected by autism. We do this by increasing
public awareness about the day-to-day issues faced
by people on the spectrum, advocating for
appropriate services for individuals across the
lifespan, and providing the latest information
regarding treatment, education, research and
advocacy.
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Autism Speaks |
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At Autism Speaks, our goal is to change the future
for all who struggle with autism spectrum disorders.
We are dedicated to funding global biomedical
research into the causes, prevention, treatments,
and cure for autism; to raising public awareness
about autism and its effects on individuals,
families, and society; and to bringing hope to all
who deal with the hardships of this disorder. We are
committed to raising the funds necessary to support
these goals. Autism Speaks aims to bring the autism
community together as one strong voice to urge the
government and private sector to listen to our
concerns and take action to address this urgent
global health crisis. It is our firm belief that,
working together, we will find the missing pieces of
the puzzle. Autism Speaks. It's time to listen. |
Advance
Biomedical Treatment Center
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Avon Therapeutic Center is a multifaceted medical
office established to provide comprehensive
treatment modalities and therapeutic programs for
children and adults with special needs - includes
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and autism-related
disorders. |
Bureau of Autism Services |
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Our mission is to develop and manage services and
supports to enhance the quality of life for
Pennsylvanians living with Autism Spectrum Disorders
and to support their families and caregivers. The
Bureau of Autism Services, BAS, will carry out its
mission through the creation and administration of
adult service delivery models, through the
development of resources to support individuals with
autism and their families, and through collaboration
with other DPW offices and government agencies. |
CDC Autism |
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ASDs are a group of developmental disabilities that
can cause significant social, communication and
behavioral challenges. CDC estimates that an average
of 1 in 110 children in the U.S have an ASD. CDC is
working to find out how many children have ASDs,
discover the risk factors, and raise awareness of
the signs.
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Division Teacch |
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TEACCH is an evidence-based service, training, and
research program for individuals of all ages and
skill levels with autism spectrum disorders.
Established in the early 1970s by
Eric Schopler and colleagues, the
TEACCH program has worked with thousands of
individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their
families. TEACCH provides
clinical services such as diagnostic
evaluations, parent training and parent support
groups, social play and recreation groups,
individual counseling for higher-functioning
clients, and supported employment. In
addition, TEACCH conducts
training nationally and internationally
and provides consultation for teachers, residential
care providers, and other professionals from a
variety of disciplines.
Research activities include
psychological, educational, and biomedical studies. |
Earthly Angels Autism Fund |
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The Earthly Angels Autism
Fund's MISSION is to proactively increase autism
awareness; provide funding to qualified nonprofit
organizations for autistic services, support
programs and education; and to bring hope to those
families who deal with the hardships of this
disorder. |
Kidsource |
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On behalf of children with learning disabilities, in
1964, a group of concerned parents formed the
Learning Disabilities Association. It is the only
national organization devoted to defining and
finding solutions for the broad spectrum of learning
problems. LDA has 50 state affiliates with more than
775 local chapters. Membership totals are 60,000,
including parents, professionals from many sectors,
and concerned citizens. |
Parent to Parent of PA |
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Parent To Parent of Pennsylvania matches parents and
family members of children and adults with
disabilities or special needs, to supporting
parents, on a one on one basis, according to
conditions or concerns. Some of these include, but
are not limited to: physical disabilities,
developmental disabilities, special health care
needs, behavioral/mental health care concerns,
foster care or adoption, and educational issues. |
PaTTAN |
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PaTTAN is an initiative of the Pennsylvania
Department of Education working in partnership with
families and local education agencies to support
programs and services to improve student learning
and achievement. |
Pennsylvania First Signs |
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The Pennsylvania First Signs program was launched in
April 2005 in collaboration with the University of
Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Department of Public
Welfare, the Pennsylvania Center for Autism and
Development Disability Research and Epidemiology
(CADDRE), Chester County Intermediate Unit, and The
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Here we provide
information about the program, links to articles in
the press, and numerous Web-related disability
resources for Pennsylvania. |
POAC |
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POAC, formed in 1999 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit, has a
proven track record of providing services to
children and adults with autism, their families, and
the professionals who serve them. Since its
inception POAC has provided training, services,
outreach and support for thousands of people
throughout
New Jersey and across the
country. The vast majority of these services are
provided 100% free of charge. In addition, POAC
funded the first statewide program for the early
detection of and intervention for children with
autism. POAC has partnered with universities and
treatment centers to form programs that include
researched-based procedures which have proven to be
effective for those with autism. While many
organizations exist to find a cause and cure for
this developmental disability, POAC has focused its
attention and resources on how best to help the
children and families who are struggling with autism
today. POAC strives to help individuals with autism
achieve their highest potential in their homes,
schools and communities.
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Pocono Equestrian Center |
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The Pocono Equestrian Center committed to helping
children and youth who are either underprivileged,
at-risk, have a serious illness, learning
disabilities, and/or other special needs. We believe
they can gain skills leading to fuller, more
productive lives through close interaction with
rescued and/or rehabilitated horses. The Pocono
Equestrian Center was founded February 2003, on the
conviction that children with special needs can
interact with horses in a way that encourages
emotional bonding and promotes self-esteem. We
combined a life-long love for horses with programs
designed to teach the children how to handle our
animals in a safe and loving manner. Emotionally, we
need to nurture our children so they can grow up to
be a strong part of our communities. |
SAFE's Facebook page |
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SAFE, Inc on Facebook. |
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