Provides diagnostic evaluations and multi-disciplinary intervention services for children with autism spectrum disorders from infancy through adolescence, and a wide range of professional training opportunities.

The Center on Human Development and Disability (CHDD) at the University of Washington makes important contributions to the lives of people with developmental disabilities and their families, through a comprehensive array of research, clinical services, training, community outreach, and dissemination activities. AUCD formerly UAP(University Affiliated Programs) are authorized by federal legislation to help States and local communities respond to the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families.(AUCDs) serve as a liaison between the academic world and the developmental disabilities service delivery system. AUCDs network with and provide assistance to State Agencies, their local affiliates, and to various nongovermental consumer-based organizations. Most AUCDs provide direct clinical, educational, and other services to individuals and families, or can assist families in finding services.

Dr. Harrell, FRIPH is a researcher in the field of sleep medicine and autism. His doctoral degree is in molecular biology; he is not a medical doctor. Harrell serves as Innovation Research Director and as such is investigating new technologies 5 to 10 years down the road. Additionally, Harrell is pursuing a second doctorate, this time in the field of public health-epidemiology. Sleep disordered breathing (SDB) and autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) are both growing public health concerns. Harrell is researching sleep problems in children with ASD. Of specific interest are: (1) sleep fragmentation in children with ASD as well as other members of the household; (2) public health and epidemiology of sleep disorders (SD) and sleep problems (SP), especially in those with ASD; (3) molecular activity of SDs and SPs in ASD; (4) social and behavioral dimensions of SDs and SPs in ASD and other members of the household; (5) autonomic activity relating to SDs and SPs.

Our mission at Ener-G Foods, as one of the country's foremost producers of foods for diet-restricted individuals, is to provide a wide range of ready-made foods, mixes that are wholesome, nutritious, risk free and good tasting. We are constantly responding to the demand for special diets with research, innovative products, and convenience foods.

Diagnostic testing for Autism Spectrum Disorders--uses Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS); IQ & Academic testing; Individual, Family, & Group Therapy; School & Agency Consultations, Workshops, & Inservice Trainings; Integrated Model of Therapy incorporating ABA, RDI, researched-based intervention practices, individualized for each child's needs. In-home & clinic-based services.

Judith Bluestone, recipient of the 2004 Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Award, founded the HANDLE Institute in 1994 to provide an effective, non-drug alternative for identifying and treating most neurodevelopmental disorders across the lifespan. HANDLE® incorporates research and techniques from many disciplines. It includes principles and perspectives from medicine, rehabilitation, psychology, education and nutrition. It is founded on an interactive, developmental model of human functioning. The HANDLE Institute International, LLC offers clinical services, community information, and professional training programs. The Institute works with people of all ages who have learning disabilities (dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, etc.), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorders, autism and pervasive developmental disorders, visual/perceptual/motor dysfunctions, behavior disorders, apraxia and dyspraxia, memory and organizational disorders, aphasia and other language disorders, and Tourette’s Syndrome. The main facility is located in Seattle, Washington. HANDLE satellite clinics serve various neurodevelopmental needs and different geographical regions. There are currently Practitioners and Screeners across the United States, in Europe and South Africa.

Technology can increase the access to education, community and employment for people with disabilities. The UW Center for Technology and Disability Studies is an interdisciplinary program focusing on research, education, advocacy and information systems related to assistive technology and accessible information systems.