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About Us | Additional Resources - ***Vermont Organizations*** Asperger's Association of New England General information regarding Asperger's Syndrome, resources, books, support and social groups, upcoming trainings and events, local chapters, articles, newsletter, legislative advocacy, adult services and programs. Autism Support Daily Autism Support Daily is a Vermont based 501-C3 non-profit charitable organization, providing financial assistance for medical, educational or professional services, treatments or programs for those with autism, as well as guidance, support, informational resources and family-oriented activities. Visit our website for information on how to join our online message board for additional support, resources and our calendar of events. getATstuff The program is designed to facilitate equipment exchange between individuals and is not for vendors or distributors to buy and sell equipment. Vendor participation through donations of equipment is welcome. ***Organizations Outside of Vermont*** Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT) General info about autism, description of treatment options, info about scientific approach to evaluating treatment, suggested readings. Autism National Committee Autism advocacy group dedicated to social justice for all citizens with autism. Position statements, advocacy, newsletter, links to other websites, articles, commentary by people with autism, interventions, discussions of various supports, etc. Autism Research Institute Founded by Bernard Rimland, parent of son with autism. Provides info about autism and related disorders, interventions, medical issues, parent surveys regarding effectiveness of interventions, books, etc. Autism Society of America Information regarding: overview of autism, diagnosis, treatment options, education, guidance about making intervention/treatment decisions, ASA advocacy efforts, newsletter, latest news on autism issues, local chapters of ASA, resources, state-by-state local resources. Autism Speaks Organization to fund autism research, increase awareness and legislative advocacy. Information about autism, legislative activities, public awareness campaign, autism in the news, resources, etc. Autism Web Information on definitions of diagnoses, warning signs, education, diet, recommended readings, news, conferences and how to find resources within local communities. Center for Study of Autism The Center for the Study of Autism (CSA) provides information about autism to parents and professionals, and conducts research on the efficacy of various therapeutic interventions. Much of CSA's research is in collaboration with the Autism Research Institute in San Diego, California. Centers for Disease Control - English Centers for Disease Control - Spanish Indiana Resource Center for Autism Information about autism spectrum disorders, publications available for purchase, database of articles, book chapters, videos, etc, newsletter, research conducted by the center, Indiana resources. Good example of a state autism resource center. LarsPerner - College Information Colleges supporting individuals on the autism spectrum and a description of the available supports. MAAPS More advanced individuals with Autism, Asperger's syndrome and Pervasive developmental disorder. Information and advice about autism, Asperger's and related developmental disorders, newsletter, articles, state resources, links to research. Manitas Por Autismo Website for spanish speaking individuals. National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center Resources for young children with ASD, including state guidelines for early intervention for young children with ASD, projects for personnel training, research, links to other resources. National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities General information about ASD, resources to assist with understanding research, links to many other useful websites, resources, research, helpful organizations, resources about education of students with ASD, books. Organization for Autism Research (OAR) Raises funds for applied research in autism. Describes studies funded, research grant opportunities, general info about autism, diagnosis, intervention, family support, A Parent's Guide to Research, advice for educators, Aspergers' info, forums, suggested readings, links to other websites, events, newsletter, conferences. Yale Developmental Disabilities Clinic Info about the clinic, research studies, general info about autism and Asperger's, Guidelines for Assessment, Diagnosis, Treatment & Intervention in Asperger's, Resources, books. ***Interventions & Treatments*** Division TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Related Communication Handicapped Children) Review of TEACCH model, training resources, publications, research, TEACCH materials, guide to services in North Carolina. Picture Exchange Communication Systems, Pyramid Educational Consultants Pyramid is the source for The Picture Exchange Communication System- PECS- the dynamic alternative/augmentative system that focuses on initiation of communication rather than teacher controlled responses. Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Description of RDI program, training workshops, online store for RDI products, newsletter, research foundation, research summaries. The Floortime Foundation (Greenspan/Weider) The DIR (Developmental, Individual-Difference, Relationship-Based)/Floortime approach provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and treating children challenged by autism spectrum and related disorders. The Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding Information and resources on Carol Gray's Social Stories, ASD, books and resources, articles, workshops and conferences. ***Books*** Autism Asperger Publishing Company A wide range of material on ASD. Lists of books available to purchase from their bookstore, events, links, resources and newsletter. Future Horizons Books, videos and dvd's available to purchase. Information on conferences and information on Autism Spectrum Disorder. Jessica Kingsley Publishers Books related to autism for families and teachers. Tony Attwood on Asperger's Syndrome Books and articles by Tony Attwood, presentation schedule. |
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