Free, Online Professional Learning Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have unique strengths and challenges. Understanding the underlying characteristics of ASD and effective practices that support their needs is essential.
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Autism Speaks Tool Kits
Autism Speaks is dedicated to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. Autism Speaks is dedicated to
Wrightslaw Yellow Pages for Kids
Find educational consultants, psychologists, educational diagnosticians, health care providers, academic therapists, tutors, speech language therapists, occupational therapists, coaches, advocates, and attorneys for children with disabilities on the Yellow Pages for
Allconnect, Inc.
The best home security systems of 2020 A home security system can help protect your family and possessions. There are a number of home security system providers today with a
Association for Science in Autism Treatment
First and foremost, we provide a well-respected, comprehensive website that tackles the array of considerations surrounding autism treatment. Our website is the go-to source for research summaries of the full
Goodwill Industries
Goodwill Industries of Greater Detroit is dedicated to helping our community. We provide skilled labor to businesses on a project, part-time and full-time basis. We help adults who have a
Autism Support Network
The Autism Support Network connects families and individuals touched by ASD with each other, provides support and insight, and acts as a resource guide for education, treatments, strategies and therapies
Autism Support of West Shore
Autism Support of West Shore (ASWS) is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization advocating and supporting meaningful participation in all aspects of life for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their
Beacon Specialized Living
Helping Michigan Residents Thrive Beacon is the largest specialized individual service provider in the State of Michigan. From Alzheimer’s, anxiety, autism, and co-occurring/SUD, to developmental disabilities, dementia, PTSD, or schizophrenia,
MENTOR
Are you a parent, guardian, teacher, or caring adult to a young person who you feel could benefit from a mentor? Or are you a young person who wants to
Michigan Autism Parents
This page was made for Michigan Moms and Dads to connect, share, ask questions, get advice/opinions, and make friendships. We hope it helps us all find local moms to connect
Michigan Autism support for parents of teens and adults
This group is specifically for parents/guardians/caretakers of teens and adults living with autism. Because of that, some of the subjects may be adult in nature. Please understand that because there
Michigan Department of Health and Human Services
MDHHS – County Offices Resources for the following: Foster Care & Adoption Child Support Abuse & Neglect Healthy Michigan Plan Vital Records: Birth, Death, Marriage, Divorce Emergency Preparedness Safe Delivery
ARCH National Respite Network Respite Locator
The National Respite Locator Service helps parents, family caregivers, and professionals find respite services in their state and local area to match their specific needs. Please Note:Â The National Respite Locator
Ottawa County Parks Nature Education Center
Hike. Bike. Ski. Explore. –Over 7,000 acres of park land –Six Lake Michigan beaches –150+ miles of trail Nature Programs Guided nature and recreational programs are offered in every season.
Autism Service Dogs of America MI
Our service dogs provide physical safety and an emotional anchor for children with autism. With their child tethered to a service dog, families are able to engage in activities as
Wilderwood Service Dogs
Wilderwood Service Dogs is to be the standard of excellence to the neurologically impaired by providing highly specialized service dogs, giving hope and support for a better life. Service Dogs for
HealthWell Foundation
When health insurance is not enough.® 501(c)(3) independent non-profit organization providing financial assistance to adults and children to cover the cost of prescription drug coinsurance, copayments, deductibles, health insurance premiums
Proud To Be Me
This dance class is designed for elementary and middle schoolers with any intellectual, developmental, or sensory impairments! Our beginner-level dance and movement classes currently take place through Zoom and provide
Full Spectrum Agency for Autistic Adults
To support and foster independence and build community for autistic adults.
Hope Discovery ABA Services
Our Services Hope Discovery provides ABA therapy for individuals of all ages with communication, social, and behavioral challenges. Our one-on-one therapy is based on the principles of applied behavior analysis.Â
College Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Getting an education is a complex task for all students, especially for those who are disabled. Such students have to work twice as hard to get a degree compared to
Sunwise Capital Autism Scholarship
Sunwise Capital Autism Scholarship Our focus on small and medium sized businesses means that we come into contact with struggling families every day – people who need a small push
Discovery Toys
Welcome to Discovery Toys! Here you will find the best toddler toys online that will help children enhance their developmental skills and learn the best ways to interact with the
Holland Hospital – Behavioral Health Services
Behavioral Health Services: Treating the Whole Person While life is an amazing gift, it doesn’t come free of stress or obstacles—whether it’s job loss, financial worries, family strain or other
Disability Network Michigan – Lakeshore, Information & Referral, Advocacy, Benefits Counseling, Peer Support Services, Independent living skills, Pre-Employment Transition Services and Nursing Home Transition Services for individuals with disabilities
Services Advocacy Assistance Animals Information & Referral Peer Support Social Security Disability Skills Development Employment Transition Nursing Home Transition About Each year at DNL, we help over 1,500 people with
MiABLE
The goal is to encourage and assist individuals and families in saving funds that help individuals with disabilities to maintain health, independence and quality of life without jeopardizing benefits provided
Bear With Me Behavior Solutions PLLC
With a strong emphasis on caregiver/parent education, we focus on specific and individualized behavior intervention that utilizes the science of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to create meaningful behavioral gains for
Starfish Families: Michigan Autism Support Group
This is a support group for families in Michigan that are affected by autism. This group is closed which means only the members can see the posts. BUT, please keep
UnitedHealthcare Children’s Foundation – Grants
UHCCF’s mission is to help fill the gap between what medical services/items a child needs and what their commercial health benefit plan will pay for. UHCCF grants provide financial help/assistance
Autism Distance Education Parent Training (ADEPT)
ADEPT (Autism Distance Education Parent Training) Interactive Learning is an original MIND Institute/CEDD 10-lesson interactive, self-paced, online learning module providing parents with tools and training to more effectively teach their
Autism Double-Checked
Welcome to Autism Double-Checked We looked. We looked for autism-friendly hotels in New York. We found nothing. We looked for autism-friendly hotels in Los Angeles or Chicago. Nothing. Atlanta? Denver?
Benjamin’s Hope
Our 54-acre campus in Holland, Michigan offers semi-independent housing opportunities uniquely designed for adults with autism and other disabilities. The walking trails, worship experiences, petting barn and gardening activities are
Danny’s Wish Foundation
The mission of Danny’s Wish is to provide life enhancing resources to families of children with autism and autism related spectrum disorders The Danny’s Wish iPads for Autism Campaign provides
Cerner Charitable Foundation
Our Work Cerner Charitable Foundation (formerly First Hand) is building healthier tomorrows and stronger communities around the world through individual medical grants and wellness programs, engaging volunteerism, community initiatives and
Michigan Family to Family Health Information Center
MI F2F is part of a federal project. We share information and resources on disability and health issues with families of children and youth with special health care needs. We
ASAN Autistic Self Advocacy Network
Our Mission The Autistic Self Advocacy Network seeks to advance the principles of the disability rights movement with regard to autism. ASAN believes that the goal of autism advocacy should
Clubhouse Michigan
CLUBHOUSE MICHIGAN IS MADE UP OF OVER 40 INTERNATIONALLY ACCREDITED CLUBHOUSES LOCATED IN MORE THAN 30 DIFFERENT COUNTIES! MICHIGAN IS ALSO HOME TO MORE CLUBHOUSES THAN ANY OTHER STATE IN
Organization for Autism Research (OAR)
OAR strives to make a difference in the daily lives of persons with autism and their families. We publish a series of practical, evidence-based guidebooks; maintain targeted, supportive websites; offer
OK2SAY
OK2SAY is the student safety program that allows students to confidentially report tips on potential harm or criminal activities directed at students, school employees, and schools. OK2SAY is a nationally
Prentke Romich Company (PRC)
PRC-Saltillo is a worldwide developer of speech-generating devices (SGDs), market-leading apps and several innovative AAC language systems that enable individuals with complex communication disorders the ability to express themselves. Established
Autism Certification Center
ASD Strategies in Action Real-Life, Practical, Evidence-Based ASD Strategies in Action gives families and service providers tools to ensure they are equipped to effectively care for, support, educate, employ, or
The Iris Center
Supported by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs and located at Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College, the IRIS Center develops and disseminates free, engaging online resources about
The Momentum Center for Social Engagement
MISSION: To create a community where every person is fully visible and connected. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Community Conversations provide a safe environment to have respectful conversations about difficult issues. Programs Include:
The OASIS Community of Western Michigan
We are a family-led, non-profit organization that empowers individuals with physical, developmental, and/or intellectual disabilities to create sustainable housing alternatives, social connections and live full lives. We have worked to
Varghese Summersett PLLC Annual Scholarships
At Varghese Summersett PLLC, we are dedicated to our Fort Worth community and enjoy supporting various non-profit activities and organizations, including as ambassadors for Habitat for Humanity and as founding
iTaalk Autism Foundation
iTaalk Autism Foundation is a 501c3 Non-Profit, with a mission to provide assistive technology devices to individuals with autism, and educate the world on the latest technologies that benefit individuals
Enable Special Needs Planning
We help families create comprehensive plans for their children with special needs, tailored to their unique abilities, which allow them to thrive each and every day of their lives. ENABLE
Rebound Home and Community Therapy
We provide home-based ABA services for all ages. Our hours can be very flexible for we strive to meet the needs of the family. We also provide speech, OT and
Family Hope Foundation
Family Hope Foundation is an established 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing resources, activities, support, and funding for therapies to families of children with special needs in West Michigan. Our premise is