Autism Societies and Related Links

These links are listed as a courtesy to our constituents. CARD/Gainesville is not responsible for the content of these sites, and inclusion of a link on this page does not imply endorsement by CARD/Gainesville.

Local and State Autism Societies

Adapted Books

Disability Resources

Links to several sites which offer popular software and hardware for children with disabilities.

Miscellaneous Links

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AlphaSmart, Inc. is a leading provider of technology solutions for education and productivity, focused on reducing the cost and complexity of computing.

General information on hyperlexia, resource information listed by geographical region, links to online hyperlexia resources, meetings and lectures, available publications and other materials.

How to locate a music therapist in your area.

American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is the professional, scientific, and credentialing association for over 110,000 audiologists, speech-language pathologists, and speech, language, and hearing scientists.

A link to Apple's Disability Resources page where you can find software (freeware and shareware) for people with disabilities, read about what's on the cutting edge of disability technologies, and use a searchable database which catalogs hundreds of disability products for the Macintosh. Many of these products have Windows versions also.

The Arc Nature Coast was established in 1972 as the Hernando Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc., by a small group of citizens concerned with the lack of services and activities for adults with developmental disabilities. At that time the organization acquired 30 acres of naturally wooded land on Neff Lake Road and has provided services from that location since. Presently The Arc Nature Coast serves more than 160 individuals and their families each year from six locations by utilizing a unique community support team approach The Arc Nature Coast is able to provide highly individualized supports to achieve optimum personal outcomes.

The mission of ATEN is to assist in the enhancement of student outcomes through the provision of information, training, and technical support in the area of assistive technology.

Autism and Computing is a not-for-profit group. Its aim is to explore ways of helping people with autism to lead fulfilling lives.

Autismconnect is a new, free, non-commercial web site, which aims to be the first port of call for anyone interested in autism, providing news, events, world maps, and rapid access to other web sites with information on autism.

The Society exists to increase awareness of autism, together with well established and newly developed approaches in the diagnosis, assessment, education and treatment. The main goal is to improve the quality of life for persons with Autism.

States it is the only autism advocacy organization dedicated to "Social Justice for All Citizens with Autism" through a shared vision and a commitment to positive approaches.

"An autistic-run self-help and advocacy organization for autistic people," includes information on services provided and how to join the organization.

General information on autism, links to other websites, online discussions and mailing lists, conferences, book and article recommendations, information on various methods of treatment and programs, academic and research programs, worldwide list of autism-related organizations, posting of items for sale and services available.

Site by a parent with many links to resources. Good starting point for those who are just starting out.

Information on related disorders, behaviors, different intervention techniques; information for siblings; interviews.

Website for the CDC.

Representatives Mike Doyle (D PA-18th) and Chris Smith (R NJ-4th) are heading up a bipartisan Autism Caucus. With its formation, autism has become one of a handful of disease/disorder- specific caucuses in Washington, D.C.  The caucus will provide greater visibility for individuals with autism and their families.

...see, do and learn online. A web site providing learning activities to promote independence in children and adults with special learning needs.

Donna Williams' official website.

e-Buddies® creates e-mail friendships between people with and without intellectual disabilities.

FEAT is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing world class Education, Advocacy, and Support for the Northern California Autism Community.

North Texas website of FEAT.

A global community of disability related resources, including discussion and chat sections. Sponsored by the Waisman Center, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Contacts for different regions of Florida; nationwide parent groups; Florida directory of early childhood resources; government, state, disability, education, and law resources; conferences; services provided by FND; online chatroom.

U.S. Department of Education sponsored site showcasing the government's efforts to help America's infants and pre-schoolers with disabilities and their families. The FICC facilitates federal, state and local activities related to serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, ages birth through 5.

The Clearinghouse operates a resource center that provides parents, educators, and other Floridians with access to materials about people with exceptionalities, exceptional student education, school improvement, student outcomes, coordinated school health, parent and professional partnerships, and many other topics.

An information series for the parents of exceptional students.

Pronounced fiddlers, FDLRS is a network of nineteen state and federally funded associate centers which provide support services to educators, families of students with exceptionalities, and community agencies throughout Florida.

The Florida Inclusion Network (FIN) consists of five regional facilitators serving five regional areas throughout the state. The FIN facilitators are available to provide technical assistance to schools and districts who wish to develop, implement, or refine educational practices which serve to further integrate students with diverse learning needs.

Florida Outreach Project for Children and Young Adults Who Are Deaf-Blind. A description of the deaf-blindness project, services provided, eligibility.

World leader in Autism/Asperger's/PDD Publications. Read the Future Horizons newsletter online here.

Our software helps people with Asperger's syndrome, high-functioning autism, and similar issues learn to recognize facial expressions.

The Gray Center: For Social Learning and Understanding. Dedicated to individuals with Autistic Spectrum Disorders and those who work alongside them to improve mutual understanding.

Marine show aquarium with mission to provide both an educational and entertaining experience, while inspiring people of all ages to learn more about the marine world around them. Includes information on dolphin interaction and therapy.

Handwriting Without Tears® (HWT) is the easy way to teach pre-printing, printing and cursive! It was developed by Jan Z. Olsen, OTR, an occupational therapist and handwriting specialist.

Dr. Kathie Nunley's website for educators. Based on current brain-imaging information, Layered Curriculum™ is a completely student-centered teaching method, which uses a triangular-shaped model of 3 layers, each requiring a higher level of understanding.

The official site of Practical Homeschooling magazine and The Big Book of Home Learning.

Information on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Information on the purpose and program activities, research projects, products, conferences, books available through the Center.

Inspiration Software®, Inc. is recognized as the leader in visual thinking and learning. They develop and publish innovative software tools that inspire learners of all ages to brainstorm, organize, plan and create.

A private resource center dedicated to the cause of autism and related disabilities in India.

Dr. David Koppenhaver, Chair of Education at Gustavus Adolphus College, did our recent literacy workshop.

MAAP Services for the Autism and Asperger Syndrome is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information and advice to families of More advanced individuals with Autism, Asperger's syndrome, and Pervasive developmental disorder (PDD).

Foundation with large lending library located in Naples, FL. CARD is now a branch of the JMBF lending library.

General information on autism, current research, how to support NAAR, books that can be ordered through this site.

General information about NEC*TAS; publications; information on IDEA; descriptions of the birth-3 early intervention program, the preschool program, and the Early Education Program for Children with Disabilities; information on the Federal Interagency Coordinating Council.

General information on autism, diagnosis, causes, and accompanying disorders; behavior and social skill improvement techniques; information on medication; educational options; adults with autism; information for families; sources of support.

The New England Center for Children is an organization dedicated to providing comprehensive educational services to children with autism and related disabilities from the initial diagnosis to adulthood.

Web site of the well known physician.

The Online Academy develops web-based modules and other technology innovations for moving validated educational interventions from research to practice. The resources are designed to empower teacher educators in the areas of Reading, Technology, and Positive Behavioral Support.

General information on AS, research papers and projects, related disorders, recommended reading, recent publicity, conferences, national and local support sources, centers for evaluation, education and legal resources, camps and schools, contributions from children and family members.

Site by parent with lots of information.

The mission of PaTTAN is to support the efforts of the Bureau of Special Education and its initiatives and to build the capacity of local educational agencies to provide appropriate services to students who receive special education services.

Dedicated to bringing current sensory integration resources and information to families, consumers and professionals.

From the Sensory Resources website:

The official website of the Social Security Administration. Contains information on the eligibility requirements for Social Security disability benefits. This is the page specifically about disability benefits. This is the official SSA handbook that will answer most questions about SSA and benefits.

A small company committed to developing empowering, yet inexpensive, software products for the Deaf Community. This is TTY software for users of Macs.

"TASH is an international association of people with disabilities, their family members, other advocates, and professionals fighting for a society in which inclusion of all people in all aspects of society is the norm." General information on TASH and becoming a member.

Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children, description of TEACCH and services provided, training opportunities, various articles, infromation on the Autism Society of North Carolina.

Dr. Temple Grandin's website dealing with her work in livestock behaviour, design of facilities and humane slaughter.

Research programs, education events, local services.

Since 1996 Weighted Wearables has provided the highest quality line of weighted adaptive products that facilitate proprioceptive feedback, increase postural stability and attention span, and organize arousal level for learning.

The World Autism Organization (WAO) was created on November 1998 in Luxembourg to provide a world-wide support to autistic people.

Parents, advocates, educators, and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, up-to-date information about special education law and advocacy for children with disabilities.

Information on the clinic and evaluation, research studies, PDD resources, conferences.

Information for parents on child care, developmental milestones, resources, books that can be ordered; information for professionals on programs and services, resources, sponsorship opportunities, national training, books that can be ordered, and special professionals' listserv.