Autism services and support programs vary from state to state. Families may qualify for different services depending on where they live.
Roñjake Autism Support Network encourages families to explore state-specific programs that provide support, therapy services, and resources for children and adults with autism.
Below are some examples of state programs that may provide assistance.
Families in Arizona may access services through the Arizona Department of Economic Security Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
DDD provides services such as:
• Therapy services
• Behavioral supports
• Family support services
• Respite care
• Case management
More information:
Families in Arkansas may access autism and developmental disability services through the Arkansas Department of Human Services.
Services may include:
• Early intervention programs
• Therapy services
• Medicaid waiver programs
• Family support services
More information:
https://humanservices.arkansas.gov
Families can also use national directories to locate autism services.
• Autism Society of America Resource Directory
https://source.autismsociety.org/autismsource/
• Autism Speaks Resource Guide
https://www.autismspeaks.org/resource-guide
Roñjake Autism Support Network is working to build a nationwide network to help families understand autism services and connect with resources in their communities.
More resources and state guides will be added as our organization grows.