Autism Speaks
School Community Tool Kkit
100 Day Kit
Community Grants
Overview
Social Networks
Chapters
Outreach
Resources
Family Services
Online Store
Walk Now for Autism
Donate
Helping Individuals with Autism and Their Families Today

Autism Speaks' Family Services department is dedicated to empowering individuals and families impacted by autism. We help families maximize their child's developmental potential and improve their quality of life. We promote and advocate for best practices in treatment, education and all services—from early intervention to adult care.

What's New

August 7, 2008: Autism Speaks Introduces School Community Tool Kit To Assist Educators and School Staff in Understanding and Supporting Students with Autism
Click here to read the new online resource.

July 24, 2008: Autism Speaks seeks applications for new round of Family Services Community Grants. Grant proposals are being solicited that address one of the following areas of need: Education, Recreation/Community Activities, Equipment/Supportive Technology, or Young Adult and Adult Services. Click here to read a press release.

Click here for the instructions and guidelines (aka Request for Applications) on completing an online application.


Find a Local Resource
Tools for Families
Autism Response Team

Participate in Research
School Community Tool Kit
Community Grants
Family Services provides resources and information. If you have a question, contact the Autism Response Team today. If you're concerned that your child may be affected with autism or if you've received a diagnosis, browse the Tools for Families section, where you'll find our 100 Day Kit, and the Autism Video Glossary. If you'd like to do a quick search for service providers near you, select Find a Local Resource and browse the Resource Guide.

If you're interested in getting involved in Autism Speaks clinical programs or research studies, visit Participate in Research. To learn more about how we support community-based organizations, view our Community Grants page.

While we support families today, the Family Services Committee continues to work on future projects that will broaden and extend support for all individuals with autism and their families.

2008 Projects in Development

  • 100 Day Kit in Spanish - Manual de los 100 Días - Expected release date: August 2008
  • School Community Toolkit - Expected release date: Fall 2008
  • Autism in the Workplace - Expected release date: on the web September 2008
  • Safety/First Responder Toolkit - Expected release date: December 2008
Disclaimer

Autism Speaks does not provide medical or legal advice or services. Rather, Autism Speaks provides general information about autism as a service to the community. The information provided on this website is not a recommendation, referral, or endorsement of any resource, therapeutic method, or service provider and does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Autism Speaks has not validated and is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. You are urged to use independent judgment and request references when considering any resource associated with the provision of services related to autism.

Click to Sign-up for e-Speaks Newsletter