You Are Not Alone
For parents and guardians of children with autism, getting the right information and support is critical. Caring for and educating a child with autism can sometimes be overwhelming and emotionally trying.
Information about educational law, medical services and advocacy is important for parents. Emotional support is also necessary to help parents meet the demands of raising a child with autism. It is important that they do not feel alone.
There are many resources and support groups that offer information and assistance. Support groups offer a sense of belonging and camaraderie among parents who may be dealing with similar issues and concerns. They also offer a variety of information and services such as the latest research and legislation about autism as well as discussions about how families function with an autistic child.
There are also national, state and local websites that provide links to network and support groups. Depending on their needs, some parents may wish to initiate their own local or neighborhood groups and meet regularly to share helpful information with each other.
See the links below for organizations that
support children with autism and their families.
Information about educational law, medical services and advocacy is important for parents. Emotional support is also necessary to help parents meet the demands of raising a child with autism. It is important that they do not feel alone.
There are many resources and support groups that offer information and assistance. Support groups offer a sense of belonging and camaraderie among parents who may be dealing with similar issues and concerns. They also offer a variety of information and services such as the latest research and legislation about autism as well as discussions about how families function with an autistic child.
There are also national, state and local websites that provide links to network and support groups. Depending on their needs, some parents may wish to initiate their own local or neighborhood groups and meet regularly to share helpful information with each other.
See the links below for organizations that
support children with autism and their families.
A not for profit organization which provides research funding and current information to parents and educators.
This is a statewide network of parents and professionals which
provides referrals for treatment, education and training.
provides referrals for treatment, education and training.
National organization with local chapter in Wyckoff, NJ.
Provides services such as skill acquisition to facilitate independent living and training for parents and caregivers.
Provides services such as skill acquisition to facilitate independent living and training for parents and caregivers.
Search the different links for more information and an online discussion forum for family members to ask questions and share information.