Autism Spectrum Center | New England & National Resources
Resources in Massachusetts for autism
Asperger/Autism Network
Resources and services specific to individuals who present with a “high functioning” autism profile.
The Arc of Massachusetts
Has locations throughout the state offering support and resources.
Institute for Community Inclusion
Information about job training for individuals approaching adulthood.
Jewish Family and Children’s Services
Provides a wide range of services, from educational advocacy to job coaches (some are fee based).
Department of Developmental Services (DDS)
Massachusetts state agency offering support to individuals with developmental delay or autism and their families. In adulthood they are responsible for setting up day and/or residential programming.
Massachusetts Autism Support Centers
7 regional centers offer support and education to families.
Massachusetts Autism Commission
Information on programs and services for individual with autism.
Federation for Children with Special Needs
Offers support, training and resources to parents of children with any special needs.
Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission
Offers support and information about job training for individual with disabilities
Massachusetts Sibling Support Network
Helps you link with local sibling support providers and programs
Resources in New England
National autism resources
- American Academy of Pediatrics Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Autism Research Institute
- Autism Science Foundation
- Autism Speaks
- Autism Society of America
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Information Center
- Child Development & Early Intervention
- National Autism Center
- National Institute of Mental Health