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.

We offer advocacy services for families in the central indiana area. Visit our website to find links to legislative issues, rights for children, hundreds of local links (largest in the state) for Indiana resources. Call today for more informaiton.

Achieva Resources empowers people to achieve greater personal, social, and economic successes.

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 ABC is a 501 c 3 non for profit serving families and schools with VErbal Behavior and Behavior Consultation. The ABC has full services in the Center and home based services.
Call for details.

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.

Our Center is committed to providing education, advocacy, and support to families dealing with autism spectrum disorders. In raising public awareness, we are dedicated to connecting families with professionals to help those on the autism spectrum receive the services required to improve their quality of life.

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. Presentations by autism professionals. 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 bluestem@bnin.net

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.

Evaluation and assessment of possible PDD's. A systems approach to working with family and community to provide support and guidance in the areas of Autism and other behavior disorders. Individual,group,family and couples counseling for those affected by ASDs, including parents, siblings and high functioning individuals on the spectrum. Parent skills training on behavior modification and skills acquisition. Behavior consultation and training in the community setting.