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Our Mission The mission of the Autism Society Northern Virginia is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. Our Vision The mission of the Autism Society Northern Virginia is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. Support Us The mission of the Autism Society Northern Virginia is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully.

Your Story Matters! We strive to unify the voice of the autism Community. For over 50 years, the Autism Society of Northern Virginia has led the way, advocating at the local, state, and national levels in collaboration efforts to improve the quality of life for all in the disability community. We provide free education programs and many forms of support for those on the spectrum to enjoy a lifetime of dignity and respect while making meaningful connections within our community and beyond. Advocacy Your Story Matters! We strive to unify the voice of the autism Community. For over 50 years, the Autism Society of Northern Virginia has led the way, advocating at the local, state, and national levels in collaboration efforts to improve the quality of life for all in the disability community. We provide free education programs and many forms of support for those on the spectrum to enjoy a lifetime of dignity and respect while making meaningful connections within our community and beyond. We cannot do these things without you. Thank you for being that connection! Our advocacy work includes: Disability Candidate Forums Developmental Disabilities Advocacy Day in Richmond Autism Advocacy Day in Richmond Autism Society Day on the Hill Townhalls in person and virtual Budget hearings Rally’s Introduction at House/Senate Legislator calls, texts Virtual and in person testimony Advocacy training Advocacy alerts Know our 2024 State Legislative Priorities We are dedicated to educating policy makers on current priorities that impact our local autism community. We are proud to represent a very diverse community of individuals across the entire autism spectrum and their families, and we strive to empower individuals with autism and their families to advocate for the best possible services and support structures for themselves and/or their loved ones. ASNV partners with several fellow advocacy organizations across Virginia, including the Arc of Northern Virginia, the Arc of Virginia, Virginia Autism Project (VAP), Commonwealth Autism Services, Didlake, Autism Societies of Central & Tidewater, and many others. We strive to unify the voice of the autism community and integrate legislation in a coordinated manner. What an incredible and historic year! After 25 years of advocacy from this amazing community (all of you) funding for Priority One has become a Reality. While we know there are thousands of people in priorities two and three—this first step of getting services now for 3440 people is our only way forward to building a functioning system that can meet the needs of our entire community. A big “thank you” to our Governor who put this in his budget, to the House and Senate that kept it in the budget, to the Legislators who made this happen and to all the advocates with their numerous trips to Richmond, emails and calls. This only happened because all of you stood up, showed up and made your voices heard. As we look forward, we know we aren’t done, but right now, we will celebrate together and take pride in a job well done. 2024 Legislative Priorities General: Advocate for increased access to high-quality services for adults with autism, including caregivers, housing, day support, employment support, case management, Criminal Justice System education and protection, and more. Developmental Disability (DD) Medicaid Waiver Services Eliminate the Priority 1 Waiting List: Fund the 3440 slots in the Governor’s introduced Budget. PASSED Increase provider capacity to meet the demand for services: Fund a series initiative that will build the capacity of providers to serve existing and newly funded DD Waiver Slots. Advocate for increased access to high-quality services for adults with autism, including caregivers, housing, day support, employment support, case management, and more. Ensure all Virginia children diagnosed with autism have access to a quality education in the appropriate setting with the support services they need. SSDI Income Disregard to Protect Waiver Service Eligibility: Current monthly income cannot exceed $2,829/mo to remain on Medicaid & access the Waiver. This disincentives people from working, especially if they are receiving SSI &/or SSDI Benefits. Disregard Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) income when calculating and individual’s financial eligibility for a waiver. PASSED Additional Priorities: Re-establish Virginia’s Autism Advisory Council to promote coordination of services among agencies involved in the delivery of services to Virginians with autism and to increase public awareness of such services. PASSED Allow curbside voting for all people with disabilities who need this accommodation. PASSED Ensure the ability to attend government meetings, vote, & count towards quorum for people with disabilities and family caregivers. PASSED Establish autism related training requirements for law enforcement officers to enhance interactions and mitigate misunderstandings. PASSED Retention of Waiver Slots- In response to the ongoing provider shortage, allow individuals struggling to find services to retain their waiver slot for up to one year. PASSED Legally Responsible Individuals- Protects families by ensuring the regulations regarding their ability to provide care for their children is reasonable & appropriate. PASSED State Politics: This year’s General Assembly Session adjourned on March 9, 2024, having passed over 2,200 bills. Many of the bills that will impact our community are still awaiting final approval from the Governor, who must sign, veto, or amend them by April 8th. April 17th Legislation reconvenes to handle vetoes or amendments. 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The Autism Society of Northern Virginia is working with the Autism Society of America on a grant to assist with education on vaccines. The Autism Society relies on the consensus of the scientific and medical communities. All community members should speak with their doctor about their specific case if they have medical questions or concerns. Vaccines The Autism Society of Northern Virginia is working with the Autism Society of America on a grant to assist with education on vaccines. The Autism Society relies on the consensus of the scientific and medical communities. All community members should speak with their doctor about their specific case if they have medical questions or concerns. Subscribe to our email list Stay informed of ASNV news, events, and programs by subscribing to our email list below! ASNV sends out newsletters on a monthly basis, and occasionally sends other important monthly updates. Subscribers should only receive an average of 2 emails per month. Subscribing to the ASNV email list guarantees that you will be the first to hear about and sign up for our upcoming ASNV programs and events! Email Address Subscribe to our email list SUBSCRIBE

Resources HEALTH | EMPLOYMENT | EDUCATION | HOUSING | DAILY LIVING | COMMUNITY | FINANCIAL/LEGAL HEALTH Above & Beyond ABA Therapy https://www.abtaba.com/ Adult & Pediatric Allergy of Northern Virginia www.asthmaallergydoc.com Ananti Dental Center www.avantidentistry.com Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services (APPS) http://www.ashburnpsych.com/ Aveanna Healthcare https://www.aveanna.com/ Behavioral Directions,LLC https://www.behavioraldirections.com/ Breakthrough Behavior http://www.breakthroughbehavior.com/ Care Connection for Children http://www.inova.org/inova-in-the-community/care-connection-for-children/index.jsp Cherry Tree Neuropsychology www.clinicalneuropsychologyservices.com Childrens -Speech http://www.childrens-speech.com/ Costa Family & Cosmetic Dentistry http://www.costasmiles.com/ Developmental Optometry & Vision Therapy Services www.davisvisiontherapy.com Dr. Maura Collins, PsyD, PLLC https://www.drcollins.net/ Empower Behavioral Services www.empowerbehavioral.com Expressive Therapy Center http://www.expressivetherapycenter.com/ Family Beeginnings Inc. www.beeaba.org Family Therapy Institute of Alexandria www.ftia.net George Mason Center for Psychological Services https://psyclinic.gmu.edu/ Harbour Point Behavioral Health Center https://harborpointbhc.com/ Infant Toddler Connection of Fairfax/Falls Church http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb/itc/ Inova Fairfax Kellar Center - kids http://www.inova.org/healthcare-services/inova-kellar-center/index.jsp Jewish Social Service Agency www.jssa.org Lead Chances Therapy Services, Inc. www.leadchangestherapy.com Little Leaves www.littleleaves.org McLean Psychotherapy Practices www.mcleanpsychotherapy.com Myania Moses & Associates http://www.myaniamoses.com/ Nancy Farrell http://www.farrelldietitian.com/ New Horizons http://newhorizonsaba.com/ Optimal Beginnings https://www.optimalbeginning.com/ PRS, Inc. http://www.prsinc.org/ Pediatric Achievements www.pediatricachievements.com Pilates By Sarah, LLC. www.iheartPilatesBySarah.com Proud Moments ABA https://www.proudmomentsaba.com/ Reaching Potentials www.reachingpotentials.org Skill Builders www.skillbuildersllc.com Spectrum Autism Services, LLC. sas-aba.com T-Ten Services http://ttenservices.com/ The Children's Therapy Center www.pediatric-therapy.com Therapeutic Alliance, LLC https://taexperience.com/abs/ VA Department of Health www.vahealth.org Virginia Autism Resource Center http://www.varc.org/ Virginia Pediatric Group, Ltd. http://www.vapg.com/ Wings to Fly Therapy and Play Center www.wingstoflytherapy.com Achieve Beyond www.achievebeyondusa.com Alive By Design alivebydesignchiropractic.com Angela Tsai, O.D. & Accociates, P.C. www.visionsource-fredericksburg.com Autism Learning Center www.autismlearningcenter.org BG Health Care services,Inc. www.bghealthservices.com Bernadette Landolf, Ph.D. www.cbt4kids.com Butterfly Effect http://butterflyeffects.com/ Casper Minds Child & Family Associates of Greater Washington, LLC (CFA) http://www.cfa-gw.com/ Commonwealth Autism Service http://cahumanservices.org Creative Health Solutions www.creativehealthllc.com/therapeuticgroups.html Dr. Braxton ALDON Priorities Consulting and Mental Health Agency www.aldonprioritiescorp.com Dr. Sarah Hover, Ph.D. http://hoverpsych.com/ Epic Developmental Services (Aveanna Healthcare) https://www.aveanna.com/ Fairfax Psychological Associates www.kerryaltman.com Family COnnections https://www.facebook.com/Dr-JoAnn-Kennedy-OTRL-OT-Family-Connections-810127512335305/. Fleming Therapy http://www.flemingtherapy.com/ Go Forward ABA https://goforwardaba.com/ Helping Hands, Inc. www.hhitherapy.com Infant Toddler Connection of the Rappahannock Area www.racsb.state.va.us InovaCares for Seniors (PACE) inova.org/pace John W. Dresely, Jr. O.D., PLLC http://www.visioncareforyou.com/ Leap Ahead Inc. http://leapahead.org/ Main Street Counseling http://www.mainstreetchi.com/ Morgan Center www.morgancenterinc.com NOVA Dental Anesthesia https://novadentalanesthesia.com/ New Hope Health ABA https://www.nhhaba.com/ NewWave Behavior Consultation LLC https://www.newwaveaba.com/ Organization for Autism Research (OAR) www.researchautism.org Paragon Autism Services http://paragonautismservices.com/ Pediatric Cardiology Associates PC http://www.pedcardva.com/ Preemies Today https://www.inova.org/inova-in-the-community/care-connection-for-children/parent-resource-directory/preemies-today.jsp Psych Ed Coaches psychedconnections.com Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers www.sdwr.org Small Talk, LLC http://www.smalltalkllc.com/ Sporting Smiles http://www.sportyoursmile.com/ The Arc of Northern Virginia www.thearcofnova.org The Healthy Zone https://www.the-healthy-zone.com/ Todd R. Davis OD, FCOVD ; Amy E. Carlyle OD, FAAO Davisvisiontherapy.com VA Department of Social Services https://www.vafreeclinics.org/ Virginia Board of People with Disabilities https://www.vaboard.org/ Washington Speech https://www.washingtonspeech.com/ bvgiu www.optimalbeginning.com Acorn Health of Virginia https://acornhealth.com/ All Pediatrics http://www.allpeds.com/ Ashburn Psychological and Psychiatric Services (APPS) http://www.ashburnpsych.com/ Autism Outreach, Inc. www.AutismOutreach.org Behavioral Directions www.behavioraldirections.com Blue Gray Therapy Dogs bluegraytherapydogs.com COMPASS NOVA Counseling Connections Program www.compassnova.com/ Center for Autism & Related Disorders www.centerforautism.com Children's Hospital www.childrenshosp-richmond.org Continuum Autism Spectrum Alliance www.autismspectrumalliance.com Defeat Autism Now (DAN Protocol) http://www.drmgennaro.com Dr. Kaplan Drs. Rinearson, Renner, Warren and Perry http://novavisioncenter.com/ Exceptional Childrens Center http://www.exceptionalchildrenscenter.com/ Fairfax-Falls Church Communty Services Board www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb Family Insight, P.C. https://familyinsight.net/ Gastroenterology Associates of No Va www.myganv.com Greater Washington Endodontics and Periodontics www.va-rootcanal.com IRLEN CLINIC of the Washington Metro Area https://www.aotss.com/services/irlen-services/ Infinity ABA Therapy & Autism Services, LLC www.infinityaba.com Janis W. Gold, Lpc, Lmft LTC Adult Day Center www.LTCadultdaycare.com Lifetime Dental Care http://lifetimedentalcareva.com/ May Institute, Inc. https://www.mayinstitute.org/locations/va/richmond-may-center-for-aba-services/ Moving Forward Plc www.movingforwardplc.com NOVA Pediatric Denistry & Orthodontics www.novasmilestogether.com New Horizon http://www.pwcgov.org/csb Northern Virginia Speech and Language http://northernvirginiaspeech.com/ Orthotic Solutions www.orthoticsolutions.com Pathways by Molina www.pathways.com Pediatric Dentistry of Reston http://www.kidsdentalsafari.com/ Progressive Pediatrics https://www.progressivepediatrics.net/ Rappahannock Area Community Services Board www.rappahannockareacsb.org Sharon Weiss - Behavioral Consultant www.sharonkweiss.com Sound Therapy Systems http://www.lollipoplisteningandlearningcenter.com/ Sprout Therapeutic Riding & Education Center www.sproutcenter.org The Arc of Prince William/INSIGHT www.arcgpw.org The Kidz Docs Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine http://thekidzdocs.com VA Community Health Care Centers https://vacommunityhealth.org/ Victoria Transcultural Clinical Center http://vtccnet.com/ Virginia Network of Private Providers, Inc. www.vnppinc.org Washington Speech www.washingtonspeech.com disAbility Resource Center www.cildrc.org EMPLOYMENT Fairfax-Fall Church Community Services Board www.fairfaxcounty.gov/csb Mount Vernon-Lee Enterprises, Inc Vocational Programs and Developmental Day Services (Adults) Starfish Savers www.StarfishSavers.com CareerOneStop www.careeronestop.org Jewish Social Services Agency www.jssa.org ServiceSource www.servicesource.org The Choice Group www.TheChoiceGroup.com Linden Resources www.linden.org ServiceSource- Family Support Services www.servicesource.org The VA Dept of Aging and Rehabilitative Services www.vadars.org EDUCATION Able To Learn LLC https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/School/Able-to-Learn-LLC-453435288025331/ Autism Spectrum Alliance www.autismspectrumalliance.com Brain Relief LLC www.BrainRelief.org Decoding Dyslexia https://www.decodingdyslexiavapwc.org/ FCPS-Parent Resource Center https://www.fcps.edu/resources/family-engagement/parent-resource-center Faison School for Autism www.thefaisonschool.org Law office of Lisa Fagan http://www.lisafaganlaw.com/ Licensed Private Schools for Students with Disabilities http://www.doe.virginia.gov/special_ed/day_residential_schools/index.shtml Matthew's Center www.matthewscenter.org Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center www.peatc.org Special Education Parent Resource Center https://www.apsva.us/special-education/ The Auburn School www.theauburnschool.org Virginia Department of Education www.doe.virginia.gov Wendy Carria, M.A., N.C.S.P. http://www.specialneedskidsinfo.com/vaedadvocates2.html Advocating 4 Kids https://www.adv4kidsinc.org/ B & B Special Needs Advocacy, LLC. https://www.bandbspecialneedsadvocacy.com/contact Child Find https://www.fcps.edu/registration/child-find Educational Connections, Inc. www.ectutoring.com Fairfax County Advisory Committee for students with Disabilities https;//www.fcps.edu/index.php/committee/advisory-committee-students-disabilities-acsd George Mason University - Office of Disability Services https://ds.gmu.edu Learning Disabilities Association of Virginia www.ldavirginia.org Loudoun County Public Schools Parent Resource Center https://www/lcps.org/ParentResourceServices McIntyre DeFede Law PLLC http://www.mcintyredefedelaw.com/ Reston Speech and Language Center http://www.restonspeech.com Stafford County SEAC www.stafford.schoolfusion.us The Aurora School and Open Door Learning Center Preschool https://thearcofloudoun.org Virginia Special Education Advisory Committees http://www.vcu.edu/partnership/seac/ aim-VA www.aimva.org Al's Pals www.smartbeginningsra.org Bass Educational Services, LLC. www.basseducationalservices.com Cohen, Dowd & Madsen www.makingeducationspecial.com Educational Consulting Services http://www.educationalconsultingva.com/ Fairfax County Parent Resource Center www.fcps.edu Laurie J. Smith, M.S., CAGS, PLLC www.lauriesmithpsych.com Learning RX www.learningrx.com Marymount University, Student Access Services https://www.marymount.edu/Academics/Services-Resources/Student-Access-Services Open Door Learning Center On Paxton Campus http://www.paxtoncampus.org/open-door/ Special Education PTA (SEPTA) www.fairfaxcountysepta.org Starfish Savers www.StarfishSavers.com Virginia Assistive Technology System North http://www.vats.org/ Virginia Tech www.nvc.vt.edu.mft HOUSING A Second Me Errand Service, LLC www.asecondme.com Ashburn Chase https://www.ashburnchaseapts.com/ Fairfax County Adult Day Health Care https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/health/adult-day-health-care New Wexford Manor https://wesleypropertymanagement.com/property/wexford-manor/ PRS https://prsinc.org/crisislink/ The Woods at Birchwood https://www.thewoodsatbirchwood.com/ Wildflour Bread Mill http://wildflourcaterers.com/ Accessing Disability Services www.accessingdisabilityservices.com Childcare Network http://www.thechildcarenetwork.org Harbour Point Behavioral Health Cecnter https://harborpointbhc.com/ Presbyterian Home & Family Services http://www.humankind.org/ The Apex https://www.apexeast-west.com/ VA Dept. of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services www.dbhds.virginia.gov 516 Project, Inc. www.516project.org American Care Partners www.americancarepartnersathome.com Columbia Hills East Apartments https://www.slnusbaum.com/apartment-communities/columbia-hills-apartments Lacy Court Apartments https://www.housingalexandria.org/lacycourt Project Mend-A-House www.pmehweb.org The Fallstead http://www.thefallstead.com/ VA Hsg & Supportive Services http://www.novahss.org/about-the-roommate-i-match-service DAILY LIVING Adapted Recreation Camp https://www.loudoun.gov/1185/Adaptive-Recreation Arlington Transit https://www.arlingtontransit.com/riding-art/how-to-ride/how-to-ride-for-persons-with-disabilities/ Campbell's Services www.CampbellsServices.com Consulting Connection Services https://benefitsplanning.org/ Endependence Center of Northern Virginia http://www.ecnv.org/ First Impressions Salon www.firstimpressionsalon.net Kate McClain Social Skills Summer Camp for Kids http://socialskillsforlife.net PRS, Inc. http://www.prsinc.org/ Toddlers to Grandparents ToddlersToGrandparents.com A Second Me Errand Service, LLC www.asecondme.com American Care Partners www.americancarepartnersathome.com Camp Baker http://www.richmondarc.org/services/developmental-services/camp-baker-services/ Childcare Network http://www.thechildcarenetwork.org CUE Bus https://www.fairfaxva.gov/government/public-works/transportation-division/cue-bus-system/transportation-for-seniors-and-persons-with-disabilities Equipment Connection www.cildrc.org Infant & Toddler Connection of Virginia www.infantva.org National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Northern Virginia www.NAMI-NorthernVirginia.org Sharon K. Weiss www.sharonkweiss.com Virginia Railway Express https://www.vre.org/service/fares/disabled-fares/ Angel Flight http://www.angelflightmidatlantic.org/ Camp Jaycees https://campvajc.org/ College Steps Collegesteps.org Dedicated Care Heaelth Services, Inc. www.dedicatedcarehealthservices.com Fare Wheels http://www.fallschurchva.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1379 Jill's House www.jillshouse.org Project Lifesaver https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/sheriff/community-project-lifesaver Stage Door Productions https://www.stagedoorproductions.org/home/classes-and-camps Wildflour Bread Mill http://wildflourcaterers.com/ COMMUNITY We Rock the Spectrum Loudoun https://www.werockthespectrumloudoun.com/ Best Buddies Capital Region https://www.bestbuddies.org/capitalregion/ Camp Splish SPLOSH https://buildingblockstherapy.com/splishsplosh-summer-camp/ Eddie's Club www.eddiesclub.org Fairfax County Therapeutic Recreation Services https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/therapeutic-recreation Formed Families Forward www.formedfamiliesforward.org KD'z Kidz World http://kdkidzworld.com/bounce-bounce/ My Gym Chantilly Project Lifesaver - Spotsylvania www.spotsylvaniasheriff.org Rainbow Center Therapeutic Riding Center http://rainbowriding.org/ SPIRIT Open Equestrian Program www.spiritequestrian.org The ARC, Loudoun http://www.paxtoncampus.org/ally/ally-programs/ Tiny Toes Dance www.TinyToesDanceVA.com VCU Partnership for People with Disabilities http://www.partnership.vcu.edu/ Arlington Dept of Parks Rec and Cultural Resources http://parks.arlingtonva.us/therapeutic-recreation/ Camp Connect ASD https://www.brainycamps.com/camps/high-functioning-autism.html Camp Virginia Jaycee www.campvajc.org Endependence Center of Northern Virginia, Inc. http://www.ecnv.org/ Fairfax County Therapeutic Recreation Services www.fairfaxcounty.gov/ncs/trs In Step Stepping Stones www.insteppc.com Lift Me Up Therapeutic Riding Center www.liftmeup.org Oakwood School http://www.oakwoodschool.com/summeroakwood PWC Area Agency on Aging https://www.pwcgov.org/government/dept/aaa/Pages/default.aspx Rappahannock Area YMCA ymca.net Starfish Savers www.StarfishSavers.com The Frog Pond http://frogpondkids.org/ Trippin' With Jamie TrippinwithJamie.com Asscessible Instructional Material-VA http://aimva.org Camp Kadima www.jccnv.org Center for Adoption Support and Education Home Page - C.A.S.E. - Nurture, Inspire, Empower (adoptionsupport.org) Fairfax County Providence Rec Center https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/neighborhood-community-services/therapeutic-recreation/sensory-room Flight Trampoline Park https://www.flightfitnfun.com/our-activities/ Jewish Social Service Agency www.jssa.org McLean Bible Church https://mcleanbible.org/tysons/special-needs/ Parents Of Autistic Children of Northern Virginia (POAC-NoVA) www.poac-nova.org PWC Special Olympics www.pwsova.org Special Olympics www.specialolympicsva.org STEP VA, Inc. www.stepva.org The Organization for Autism Reasearch (OAR) www.researchautism.org VA Sibs www.vasibs.org FINANCIAL/LEGAL ABLE-now ABLE-now.com Bridges Senior Care Solutions www.bridgespgp.com Ed Zetlin Law http://www.zetlinlaw.com/ J.D. Hiznay PLLC http://jdhiznay.com/ Legal Services of Northern Virginia http://www.lsnv.org/ Logisticare https://www.logisticare.com/ The Arc of Northern Virginia http://www.thearcofnova.org/ The Law Office of Michael D. Toobin, PC http://toobinlaw.vpweb.com/about_us.html VA ACCESS www.vaaccses.org/wipa disAbility Law Center of Virginia www.dLCV.org Advocating 4 Kids https://www.adv4kidsinc.org/ Commonwealth Autism Service www.autismva.org Freedom Bank -- Fairfax and Vienna Branch www.freedombankva.com Keystone Law, PLLC. Legal Shield https://w3.legalshield.com/aasites/Multisite?site=hub&page=hub Milgrim & Associates, P.C. www.milgrimandassociates.com The Arc of Prince William https://arcgpw.org Thompson Wildhack PLC www.kellythompsonlaw.com Virginia Board for People with Disabilites http://vaboard.org/ Ameriprise Financial www.kimuhron.com Commonwealth Community Trust www.commonwealthcommunitytrust.org Harrison Conrad Memorial Trust http://www.loudoun.gov/documents/41/Harrison_Conrad_Memorial_Trust.PDF LAW OFFICE OF RACHEL BAER www.RBaerLaw.com Liz Capone - Advocate & Certified Expert Witness in Special Education https://dmvadvocate.com/ Moms In Motion www.momsinmotion.net The Brownley Law Group (Special Ed. Law Services) www.brownleylaw.com Toddlers To Grandparents ToddlersToGrandparents Waddell Group www.waddellgroup.net

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) , hereafter referred to as Autism (which includes Asperger’s Disorder and Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified [PDD-NOS]), is a complex, lifelong developmental condition that typically appears during early childhood and can impact a person’s social skills, communication, relationships, and self-regulation. Autism is prevalent across the world , although tracking rates can vary due to differences in reporting. In 2023, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated the Prevalence Data & Statistics for Autism . The report concluded: The prevalence of Autism had risen to 1 in every 31 – more than three times as great as the 2004 rate of 1 in 125. Children who receive an Autism diagnosis by age 4, are fifty times more likely to receive services. More White and Black children were identified with Autism than Hispanic children. Stigma, lack of access to healthcare services due to non-citizenship or low income, and non-English primary language are potential barriers to the early identification of Hispanic children and children of color with Autism. Boys are approximately 4 times more likely to have an Autism diagnosis than girls of the same age. However, recent research suggests that girls may not display characteristics of Autism in the same way as boys and might go undiagnosed because of their different presentation. For additional facts & statistics about autism, click here , or visit the Virginia Commonwealth University Autism Center for Excellence (VCU-ACE) .

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