Support organization

we offer ABA therapy, Behavior consulting, ABLLS assessment, day classes, social classes, swimming training,DTT and NET teaching, PECS training and many more services for children with autism. We are the only facility in the Midwest that is Directed by a Special Ed teacher, and Dr. Boutot is our BCBA with a phd in special education.

ACT ? Autism Community Together - believes its role is to engage and support individuals, families, medical professionals, therapists and educators on effective methods to improve the lives of individuals with autism and their families in Northeast Indiana.

ADEC believes all people are worthwhile. We work together with people living with disabilities, along with families, friends and organizations to help maximize their abilities to meet goals and dreams and fully participate in their communities. ADEC is dedicated to supporting the prevention of disabilities and breaking down barriers, both physical and attitudinal, through active community education, advocacy and support.

O'Malley Therapy Solutions carries a full line of toys and supplies for therapeutic playtime. Almost everything in the line is very sensory. Alison O'Malley, owner, has a large support group and e-mail listserv. Please see the website for more information about the support group, local resources and instructions on how to join the e-mail listserv for the Alternative Interventions Support group.

The mission of Arc BRIDGES is to improve the welfare of persons with mental retardation and their families. This mission includes the provision of support, training and care through day services, residential programs and social services that help people with all levels of mental retardation develop skills and abilities that assist their movement toward more integration, independence and happiness. The mission further includes participation and leadership in local, state and national organizations and the provision of education programs which actively promote understanding and respect of the rights, problems and needs of persons with mental retardation.

The Arc of Indiana, formed as a statewide organization in 1956, advocates on behalf of people with mental retardation and related disabilities and their families.

Welcome to the Shelby County Asperger's Support Group Page!! We are glad you could come! We are an educational and supportive gathering of people who have been touched in some way by someone who has this syndrome in the autistic spectrum. This page is to inform people about Asperger's Syndrome, and to provide resources for further information. We also have a schedule up for our support group meetings, and you are more than welcome to join us!

Parent support group

A support group for parents of children, teens, and young adults with Asperger Syndrome, high-functioning autism, and PDD-NOS. Educators, grandparents, and other concerned adults are welcome. Date: Meetings on the first Monday of each month. Time: 7-8:30 p.m. Location: Eighth Street Mennonite Church 602 South Eighth Street Goshen, Indiana Contact: Kaylene akediger@comcast.net or Christine christine@adnetonline.org

Our mission is to increase and broaden public knowledge and awareness of the behaviors, social issues and emotional needs of individuals on the autism spectrum so that all individuals can participate in and contribute to our community without fear or bias or loss of individuality.

Support group for parents using biomedical interventions. Meets bi-monthly at Theraplay. Please contact Alison O'Malley for meeting information.

ACT?s mission is to engage and support those surrounding individuals and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders in Northeast Indiana.

The Autism Society of Indiana is dedicated to Autism Advocacy and Awareness, Support (for individuals with autism, their parents and families, and the professionals that work with them), and to provide Information about autism to anyone interested.

The Autism Society of Indiana (ASI) is dedicated to Autism Advocacy and Awareness, Support (for individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals that work with them), and to provide Information about autism to the public. ASI is a state chapter of the Autism Society of America (ASA).

Support group

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More than 10 national autism leadership organizations have come together to form AutismCares, a nationwide disaster relief effort that will potentially assist thousands of Katrina families living with autism. To address the most immediate needs, ”AutismCares – Katrina” is coordinating support for the unique needs of families affected by autism through facilitating temporary / permanent relocation support, mobilizing specialty assistance teams and providing autism-conscious supplies directly to these families and the professionals caring for them.