Autism
According to the Center for Disease Control, "Autism is one of a group of disorders known as autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). ASDs are developmental disabilities that cause substantial impairments in social interaction and communication and the presence of unusual behaviors and interests.Many people with ASDs also have unusual ways of learning, paying attention, and reacting to different sensations. The thinking and learning abilities of people with ASDs can vary—from gifted to severely challenged. An ASD begins before the age of 3 and lasts throughout a person's life."
"ASDs can often be detected as early as 18 months. While all children should be watched to make sure they are reaching developmental milestones on time, children in high-risk groups—such as children who have a parent or brother or sister with an ASD—should be watched extra closely."
The Center for Disease Control research shows that early intervention can greatly improve a child’s development.
Autism Collaborative Center
The Autism Collaborative Center (ACC) provides accessible, high quality assessment, intervention and referral services across the lifespan to enable persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) to achieve their maximum potential. Their approach is based on hope and a vision that all persons with ASD can lead fulfilling lives as independently as possible within their communities.
Programs are individualized and services are built around the needs of each family. They are a “one stop shop” that can provide you with the information and support services you need to achieve the best possible outcomes for families.
Programs and services are developed for children and adults. A interdisciplinary team is available and accessible to all families in one location.
Autism Collaborative Center at Eastern MI University
Autism Spectrum Disorder Information (MAF)
Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Michigan State University Autism Research
Project ImPACT (Improving Parents as Communication Teachers) trains early intervention and early childhood special education (EI/ECSE) providers to teach parents of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) evidence-based strategies for improving their child’s social-communication skills during on-going family routines.
Mid-Michigan Autism Association
Oakland University Center for Autism
Play & Language for Autistic Youngsters
The Autism Society of Michigan
The mission of the Autism Society of Michigan (ASM) is to assure full participation and self determination in every aspect of life for each individual. We will realize this vision by opening avenues of self advocacy and advocating on behalf of others in a way that values equity, respect, dignity and diversity in all communities.
ASM is committed to empowering individuals with autism and their families by offering educational resources and materials, workshops, seminars and other services.
ASM advocates that "MAKING HUMAN CONNECTIONS" in a supportive, integrated community is a right of all persons.
The Gray Center
The
Gray Center
for Social Learning and Understanding is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and those who work alongside them
to improve mutual understanding.
We approach the social impairment in ASD as a shared impairment.
We work to improve social understanding on both sides of the social equation,
helping individuals with ASD to communicate and interact more successfully with the people with whom they live and work.
