Support with Families of Autistic Children in Northern California

Parent & Family Support

Parents Helping Parents
A comprehensive, not-for-profit family resource center run for and by parents of children with special needs. Their website Includes information on education, health, technical services, and the community.

FEAT
This is a non-profit organization of parents that advocate for early and intensive treatment for children with Autism. They have several chapters throughout the U.S.

Autism Society of America
The ASA is one of the oldest Autism non-profit organizations and may have chapters in areas that FEAT does not.

The ARC of the United States
Arc is an advocacy group that also my have resources to direct you to other parents and professionals in your area.

Association of Regional Center Agencies
Represents California’s regional centers in supporting and advancing the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act.

Department of Developmental Services
DDS is the agency through which the State of California provides services and supports to children and adults with developmental disabilities. These disabilities include mental retardation, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism and related conditions.

California Department of Rehabilitation
The mission of the Department of Rehabilitation is to assist Californians with disabilities in obtaining and retaining employment and maximizing their ability to live independently in their communities.

California Early Start Program
A child with or at risk of developmental delay or disability can receive an “Early Start” in the State of California. Teams of service coordinators, healthcare providers, early intervention specialists, therapists, and parent resource specialists can evaluate and assess an infant or toddler and provide appropriate early intervention services to eligible children.

National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities
A national information and referral center that provides information on disabilities and disability-related issues for families, educators, and other professionals. Our special focus is children and youth (birth to age 22).