Information & Support
Autism Outreach Project - Links to autism resources in Washington State
Autism-PDD Resources Network
Autism Society of America
Autism Society of Washington
Beyond Autism
Childnett.tv - Established in 2003, Childnett.tv is an internet access web channel that broadcasts interactive programming 24/7 via the internet. Our lineup includes streaming video related to autism and other neurological disorders. Childnett.tv is funded by the Dan Marino Foundation.
Families For Effective Autism Treatment, Oregon
Lovaas Institute for Early Intervention
Learn the Signs, Act Early - The National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities has launched this website to help parents check that their child is reaching the proper developmental milestones.
MAAP Services - The Autism Source - A Global Information and Support Network
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill web page on Asperger's Syndrome
Northwest Autism Center - Links to professionals in Spokane, WA area (in leftmost column of page)
O.A.S.I.S. (Online Asperger Syndrome Information & Support) – Website founded by Barbara Kirby, mother of a child with Aspergers.
Oops...Wrong Planet Syndrome - Website run by Jypsy, a woman with Asperger's Syndrome, and parent of a son with autism. Contains lots of links.
Rett Syndrome Information and Resources
Tony Attwood's Home Page - Attwood is a leading expert on Asperger's Syndrome.
Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children
University Students with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome
University of Washington Autism Center
Education & Employment
A Guide For Persons With Disabilities Seeking Employment - Information about the Americans with Disabilities Act
Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation – This agency assists adults and older students with disabilities transition to employment. Service can start at age 16 when the child is in public school. 208-769-1441.
Skills Connections at TESH – Vocational Skills Training for those with developmental disabilities 208-765-5105.
Center for Educational Access - at NIC and any public institution of higher education – Helps provide accommodations for post secondary education. North Idaho College – 208-769-5947.
Legal Rights - Advocacy
Disability Action Center – Idaho Center for Independent Living. Assist individuals with disabilities to live independently in their communities. Offers adaptive equipment, personal care assistance, advocacy, peer counseling and living skills training. 208-664-9896.