Advocates for people with disabilities in Ohio. Their website has helpful resources on abuse, neglect and exploitation, employment, benefits counseling, education, voting, and more. Rise Up is an interactive youth advocacy guide with resources for transitioning into adulthood. Most of their resources are available in multiple languages, including Spanish and Somali. Complete the online intake form for legal help.
200 Civic Center Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 466-7264 or (800) 282-9181
Rise Up guides: disabilityrightsohio.org/riseup
Intake Form: disabilityrightsohio.org/intake-form
disabilityrightsohio.org
Serves: Students ages 3-21, individuals, and families.
Agency providing services for individuals with autism and other neurological disabilities. Services include intervention training and support, customized and individualized learning options through the Ohio Autism Scholarship Program, and independent supportive living. The Beyond Ability Matters program provides housing, educational experiences like preparing for a job interview, and community outings. Services are offered by trained and experienced care providers.
425 Metro Place North, Dublin, Ohio 43017
(614) 956-1229
abilitymattersohio.com
Beyond Ability Matters: beyondabilitymatters.com
Applied-Behavior-Analysis (ABA), or behavior-based intervention, is the type of intervention with the most comprehensive research support in long term improvements in learning/communication, behavior, and social skills. This teaching method breaks down complex skills into smaller pieces, then teaches these pieces using specific prompts and frequent repetition. ABA therapists work with families to set and work through goals across different domains (e.g., academics, behavior, adaptive, social). Traditionally, ABA is implemented at home or at a center under the direction of a behavioral consultant (a qualified licensed psychologist or a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst – BCBA) and delivered by therapists who are trained by this consultant. While CAP4Kids cannot endorse any specific provider, below is a list of verified ABA providers in Ohio. Contact their office directly to get started.
Learn More:
What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)? from Autism Speaks
More Development & Autism Resources from CAP4Kids
Advanced Behavioral Therapy (Columbus and Beachwood/Cleveland)
Services: Home-based, Community-based, and School-based ABA
Eligibility: Under Age 21 with an Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts most major insurances, Medicaid, and Autism Scholarship
Columbus: (380) 799-8555
Beachwood: (216) 508-0222
advancedabatherapy.com
All Behavior is Communication/ABC (Columbus)
Services: 1:1 Home-based ABA
Eligibility: Ages 15 months to 22 years old
Cost: Accepts most major insurances, Medicaid, and Autism Scholarship
3296 Westerville Road, Columbus, Ohio 43224
(614) 214-3793
abcallbehavioriscommunication.com
Autism Learning Partners (Westerville and Cleveland)
Services: ABA therapy, Early Intervention, Social Skills, Speech, OT, PT
Eligibility: Ages 2-18 years old
Cost: Accepts most major private insurances, self-pay, Medicaid, provides insurance consultation
(888) 805-0759 or (855) 295-3276
autismlearningpartners.com/locations/columbus
Bierman Autism Centers (Multiple Columbus locations)
Services: Diagnostic Testing, Center-based ABA, Speech, OT
Eligibility: Ages 18 months to 9 years old
Cost: Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Compsych, United Healthcare. Call for an insurance consultation.
(614) 962-8330 or (800) 931-8113
biermanautism.com/locations/#ohio
Boland & Associates (Hilliard)
Services: Assessment/Evaluation, ABA therapy and intervention, Social Skills Groups
Eligibility: Children under the age of 18 years old
Cost: No insurance, accepts private pay and Autism Scholarship funds
3780 Ridge Mill Drive, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
(614) 219-1510
amybolandphd.com
Boundless (Multiple Ohio locations, click the link to view all)
Services: Community-based ABA in addition to many other services, including primary care, behavioral health care, education, and respite services.
Eligibility: Children, teens, and adults with ID/DD or behavioral health challenges; requirements vary by program
Cost: Accepts most major insurances, Medicaid, Autism Scholarship, and self-pay
445 East Dublin-Granville Road, Worthington, Ohio 43085
(800) 409-2729
cap4kids.org/columbus/boundless
Bridgeway Therapy Center (Columbus)
Services: Clinic-based ABA, OT, PT, Mental Health Counseling, and Bridgeway Academy
Eligibility: Ages 18 months to 5 years for Clinic-based ABA
Cost: Accepts most major insurances, Medicaid, and Autism Scholarship
1350 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 262-7520
cap4kids.org/columbus/bridgeway
Central Ohio Behavioral Consulting (Franklin, Delaware, Union, Morrow, Marion, Champaign, Logan, Madison, Van Wert, Putnam, Mercer, and Auglaize Counties)
Services: Home-based ABA, Parent Training, School consultation, School-Based ABA
Eligibility: Children with or without an Autism diagnosis
Cost: Does not accept insurance but may accept FSA or HSA funds, Does accept Autism Scholarship and County Board funds
P.O. Box 915, Marysville, Ohio 43040
(614) 296-3657 or (614) 582-5634
cobcllc.com/index.shtml
Collective Behavioral Therapy (Franklin, Delaware, Licking Counties)
Services: Home-based ABA, Parent consultation, School consultation
Eligibility: Children ages 2-18
Cost: Accepts private insurance, Medicaid, self-pay, and Autism Scholarship
(800) 975-4908
collectivebehavioraltherapy.com
Developmental Associates (Columbus)
Services: Diagnostic assessment, Home-based ABA, Parent training, School consultation
Eligibility: Children with Autism or developmental disabilities
Cost: Accepts private insurance, Autism Scholarship, and County Board funds
4449 Easton Way, Columbus, Ohio 43219
(614) 578-1165
dapsychology.com
Eleven 11 Behavioral Solutions (Columbus)
Services: Home-based ABA, Center-based ABA, School and Community-based ABA, Parent training, Teacher/Provider Training
Eligibility: Ages 2-22 with Autism, special emphasis on clients who are under-serviced and underrepresented
Cost: Accepts some private insurances, Medicaid, self-pay, Autism Scholarship
(216) 870-6089
eleven11behavioralsolutions.com
Empower Behavioral Health & Intervention (Columbus)
Services: Diagnostic assessment, Home-based ABA, Community-based ABA, OT, Speech, School consultation, Transition services, Parent and Teacher training
Eligibility: Diagnostic testing for children up to Age 4, Individuals Ages 2-21 with an Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts Private insurance, Medicaid, and Autism Scholarship funds
2540 Billingsley Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(614) 470-2018 or (614) 407-7508
cap4kids.org/columbus/empower-behavioral-health-and-intervention
Gem City Behavioral Solutions (Dayton)
Services: Home-based and Center-based ABA therapy, School consultation, Mental Health Counseling
Eligibility: Ages 2-16 years old
Cost: Accepts many insurance plans and self-pay
4134 Linden Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45432
Call or Text: (937) 365-7455
gemcitybehavioral.com
Hopebridge (Multiple Ohio locations)
Services: Autism Testing & Diagnosis, ABA therapy, Speech, Feeding & Swallowing Therapy, OT, Family Training
Eligibility: Ages 15 months-10 years old
Cost: Accepts Medicaid and private insurance, Call for insurance advocate services
Dublin: (614) 482-4300
Westerville: (614) 401-3366
Maumee: (419) 830-0078
Akron: (330) 777-3284
Cleveland: (330) 967-0325 or (855) 324-0885
Miamisburg: (937) 388-5110
Cincinnati: (513) 402-1711 or (513) 831-2578
hopebridge.com/autism-services/applied-behavior-analysis
Illuminate ABA Therapy (Cleveland and Cincinnati)
Services: Community-based ABA therapy, Care coordination
Eligibility: Ages 2-21 years old with a confirmed diagnosis of Autism. Use their online referral form to refer a child.
Cost: Accepts Medicaid and private insurance.
Cleveland: 7379 Pearl Road, Middleburg Heights Ohio 44120
Cincinnati: 3801 Sharon Park Lane, Cincinnati Ohio 54241
866-897-5063
illumtherapy.com
Kangaroo Journeys (Franklin, Delaware, Union counties)
Services: Home-based and play-based ABA, Feeding therapy, Toilet training, School consultation, Parent training, Telehealth
Eligibility: Children under age 18 with an Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts private insurance, private pay, Autism Scholarship funds, provides insurance/funding consultation
1550 Old Henderson Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(614) 754-6764 or (614) 964-1671
kangaroojourneys.com
Kadiant (Multiple Ohio locations)
Services: Diagnostic Evaluation, Home-based and Center-based ABA, Telehealth
Eligibility: Children under age 18
Cost: Accepts private insurance, Medicaid, Autism Scholarship funds
3070 Riverside Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43221
(866) 523-4268
kadiant.com/ohio
Kari Watts, Psychologist (Columbus)
Services: Diagnostic Evaluation, Home-based and School-based ABA, Social skills groups, Mental Health Counseling
Eligibility: Children under age 18
Cost: Accepts private pay, Autism Scholarship, and County Board funds
3780 Ridge Mill Drive, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
(614) 219-1510
kariwattspsychologist.com
The Learning Spectrum (Multiple locations in Central Ohio)
Services: ABA Therapy, Speech Therapy, Music Therapy, OT, Mental Health Counseling
Eligibility: Ages 2-22 years old with an Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts Medicaid, private insurance, Franklin and Delaware County Board funds, Autism Scholarship funds
Worthington: (614) 844-5433
Canal Winchester: (614) 834-1114
Johnstown: (740) 759-7099
cap4kids.org/columbus/the-learning-spectrum-tls
Lotus Behavior Analysis Therapy (Delaware, Franklin, Morrow, Marion, Union and Richland counties)
Services: Home-based and Community-based ABA, Parent training, School consultation
Eligibility: Children under age 18 with Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts private insurance, Medicaid
(740) 417-4679
lotusabatherapy.com
Milestone Achievements ABA Therapy (Multiple Central Ohio locations)
Services: Home-based and School-based ABA, Parent training
Eligibility: Ages 2-21 with an Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts private insurance and Medicaid
(614) 569-7759
milestoneachievements.com
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (Columbus)
Services: Diagnostic assessment, Outpatient counseling, Center-based ABA, Complex Behavior Program
Eligibility: Children ages 2-22, or 16-30 months for diagnostic screening
Cost: Accepts Medicaid and most insurances, self-pay, Autism Scholarship funds
187 West Schrock Road, Westerville, Ohio 43081
For an Autism Diagnostic Screening: (614) 355-8080
For all other Autism resources: (614) 355-7570
cap4kids.org/columbus/nch-casd
New Story Schools (Multiple Ohio locations, click the link to view all)
Services: School consultation, School-based ABA Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, Speech, OT, Social-emotional learning
Eligibility: Ages 5-21 years old
Cost: Services available through the Autism Scholarship Program and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship
7690 New Market Center Way, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(614) 602-6473
cap4kids.org/columbus/new-story-schools
On Target ABA (Multiple locations in Cleveland and Columbus)
Services: Early intervention, Home-based and Center-based ABA therapy, Toilet Training
Eligibility: Children with an Autism diagnosis under the age of 18 years old
Cost: Accepts Medicaid, private insurance, Autism Scholarship funds
Cleveland: (216) 343-1198
Columbus: (614) 681-1030
ontargetaba.com
Positive Behavior Consulting (Gahanna)
Services: Home-based and Community-based ABA
Eligibility: Ages 18 months to 12 years old with an Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts United Behavioral Health Optum plans, Autism Scholarship
Gahanna, Ohio 43230
(614) 704-1151
positivebehaviorconsulting.org
Pounce Behavioral Health (Westerville)
Services: Home-based and School-based ABA, Education consultation, Toilet Training
Eligibility: Under age 18 with Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts United Healthcare and Aetna plans, Autism Scholarship, and Franklin County Board funds
670 Meridian Way, Westerville, Ohio 43082
(614) 423-9352
pouncebehavior.com
Reach Educational Services (Dublin and Zanesville)
Services: Center-based ABA, School consultation
Eligibility: Ages 2-21 with a diagnosis of Autism or other unique learning needs
Cost: Accepts some private insurance, Medicaid, and Autism Scholarship funds
(614) 451-4465
reachohio.com
Silver Lining Group (Columbus, Mansfield, Cleveland, St. Clairsville)
Services: Diagnostic assessment, Home-based, community-based, and school-based ABA, Mental Health Counseling, Social Skills Groups, Adolescent Transition Planning
Eligibility: Children with Autism diagnosis or other developmental disability
Cost: Accepts some private insurance, Medicaid
Columbus: (614) 487-7805
Cleveland/Westlake: (440) 250-8800
Mansfield: (419) 747-4122
St. Clairsville: (740) 296-5743
silverliningaba.com
Total Education Solutions (Columbus and Fairlawn)
Services: Home-based, Center-based, and School-based ABA, Mental Health Counseling, OT, PT, Speech Therapy, Feeding Therapy
Eligibility: Children under age 21 with Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts private insurance, Medicaid, and Autism Scholarship funds
Columbus: (614) 695-3747
Fairlawn: (330) 668-4041
tesidea.com/our-locations/columbus-oh
Trumpet Behavioral Health (Multiple Ohio locations)
Services: Home-based and Center-based ABA Therapy, Highly Specialized Severe Behavior Program
Eligibility: Ages 18 months through 18 years old with Autism diagnosis
Cost: Accepts most insurance plans and Medicaid, offers insurance consultation
Columbus: (614) 344-0419
Cincinnati: (513) 322-5779
Fairborn: (937) 878-8444
Springfield: (937) 533-4904
tbh.com
Serves: Children birth to age 21, parents, and families.
Nonprofit education center serving children with autism and developmental disabilities. Bridgeway Academy utilizes Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to provide private school-day education from preschool through high school, life skills training, vocational training, and transition to adulthood support. Bridgeway Therapy Center serves Bridgeway Academy students and outpatient clients for music therapy, speech, occupational therapy, physical therapy, mental health, and family partnership services. Clinical staff work with families and professionals to assess, diagnose and develop individualized treatment plans in client-centered therapy sessions. They are a provider of Ohio’s Autism Scholarship Program, Jon Peterson Scholarship, Title XX (20), Medicaid, Level One, I. O. and Self Waiver and some insurances.
1350 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43209
(614) 262-7520
bridgewayohio.org
Columbus City Schools Career-Technical Education: Serves high school juniors and seniors with pathways for arts, communication, construction, health sciences, transportation, human services, law / public safety and more. The Adult & Community Education office offers programs for health occupations, skilled trades, computer applications, high school equivalency, and free ESL/ESOL classes.
Serves: Families with children under the age of 6, children with autism or developmental delays
Early childhood educational services for children including early childhood intervention, toddler classes, and home visits. Their preschool program serves a 50:50 ratio of children both with and without developmental delays, a research-based approach aimed at creating inclusive communities. The PLAY Project is an evidence-based, parent-implemented autism intervention for young children. The center also has educational resources for families, training opportunities for professionals, and community events. Find program and enrollment details online.
674 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 253-6933
childhoodleague.org
Provides childcare for children ages 6 weeks-5 years at their five Early Learning Centers in the Near East and Linden neighborhoods of Columbus, Ohio. Their centers use a play-based curriculum and positive discipline. The Alum Creek Early Learning Center is a PreK-12 school for children with autism and other developmental disabilities, and the Myrtle Avenue Early Learning Center is for ages 4-5. The ParentChild+ Program provides free home-visits, books, toys, and referrals to community services for families with a child 1-2years old. The Healthy Families America program provides free, in-home child development assistance for expectant parents or parents of newborns to learn about creating a safe home environment, soothing crying babies, and promoting healthy development.
Serves: children and adults with developmental disabilities
Provides comprehensive health services for children and adults living with disabilities. Services include early childhood education, adult day services, in-home care, referral services, and outpatient therapies. They also offer afterschool programs and summer day camps for children.
Serves: Autism diagnosis and testing for children up to age 4, Children and young adults with an autism diagnosis 2 to 21 years old.
A multidisciplinary outpatient clinic offering services for those with autism and developmental delays. The Autism Intervention Center provides autism diagnosis, testing and full-day autism therapies like occupational therapy, speech, ABA, IEP services, and transition services. Home and community based therapies include case management, mental health treatment, and transportation help.
2540 Billingsley Road, Columbus, Ohio 43235
(614) 470-2018 or (614) 407-7508
empowercenters.com
Provides developmental evaluations, early intervention, and special education services for children living in Granville, Heath, Licking Valley, North Fork and Johnstown School Districts. They also offer a social-behavioral program for students, ages 2 ½ – 6, with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, and/or significant communication and social emotional deficits.
119 Union Street, Newark, Ohio 43055
(740) 349-1629
lresc.org/FlyingColorsPreschool.aspx
Serves: Children, teens, individuals, and families with ID/DD and/or behavioral health challenges.
Provides person-centered care to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. They offer primary care, dental, psychiatry, outpatient behavioral health, community-based ABA, care coordination, long-term and temporary residential support, in-home and out-of-home respite services, day programs, and afterschool programs. Family Support Services are provided by the State of Ohio for families who need help keeping their loved one at home. Services vary by location, find details and request an appointment on their website.
(800) 409-2729
iamboundless.org
Click the links to access free letter templates and tools to help you advocate for your child’s special education needs at schools and agencies. Click Here for more resources on Legal Rights for Education
Provides year-round K-6 schooling for children with autism. Most of the cost is paid with the Ohio Autism Scholarship Program, and the remaining cost is the responsibility of the student’s family. No student is turned away due to financial need, and financial counselors are available.
11573 Lithopolis Road Northwest, Lithopolis, Ohio 43136
(614) 425-0107 or (614) 697-2858
mac-ohio.org
Serves: Individuals 14 years old and older with autism, families, and professionals
Provides trusted resources to help individuals with autism reach their unique potential. The website Resource Center provides tool kits, recommended reading, and a list of organizations that support youth and adults with autism. The Helpdesk will do the searching for you and is staffed by masters’ level social workers who can connect you to therapies, support groups, funding help, and more. The Milestone Autism Planning (MAP) tool allows you to explore life skill guidelines based on your child’s age or developmental stage. They also provide consultation and training services for professionals. Find program details and fill out their intake forms online.
4853 Galaxy Parkway, Warrensville Heights, Ohio 44128
(216) 464-7600
milestones.org
Serves: Families, Students 3-21 years old with autism, Individuals 8-20 years old with autism for residential care.
Provides a comprehensive living and learning environment for children and adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). They offer Preschool for ages 3-6, Day School, High School, and Transitional Education for students ages 6-21, and Virtual Education for ages 5-21. The Monarch Boarding Academy is a residential treatment program providing 24-hour structured care and treatment to enhance social, behavioral and academic growth for residents ages 8-20.
22001 Fairmount Boulevard, Cleveland, Ohio 44118
Schools & Virtual Program: (216) 320-8945
Boarding Academy: (800) 879-2522 or (216) 320-8502
monarchcenterforautism.org
Serves: Children 16-30 months for diagnostic screening, Children ages 2-22, Parents, and Families.
Provides comprehensive, multidisciplinary care focusing on evidence-based treatment, education, research and advocacy for children with the diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Services include diagnostic assessment, behavioral intervention, outpatient psychotherapy, and ABA team services. Find details about services and eligibility online. They also host the following programs:
187 West Schrock Road, Westerville, Ohio 43081
For an Autism Diagnostic Screening: (614) 355-8080
For all other Autism resources: (614) 355-7570
nationwidechildrens.org/specialties/center-for-autism-spectrum-disorders
Serves: Students ages 5-21 experiencing social, emotional, educational, and behavioral challenges, Students with autism.
Provides an academic learning environment with integrated behavior support services. Serves students with the goal of providing each student with the knowledge, skills, and tools for a successful return back to their sending district. Students can be referred by their home district or families can self-refer through the scholarship program. New Story provides small class sizes at schools that maintain Ohio Department of Education (ODE) charters, and offers Ohio high school diplomas. Students receive daily instruction in academics, adaptive behavior, communication, self-care, advocacy, life skills, social skills and more. They also have programs for in-home intervention or behavior consultation, ABA therapy, and a transition program for students over the age of 14. Find locations, program details, and enrollment information online.
Community-based book club program for adolescents and adults with Down Syndrome, Autism, Cerebral Palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. A small group meets with trained facilitators at bookstores, cafés, and public libraries throughout Franklin County. Anyone can participate, whatever their reading or ability level. Members experience an inclusive community focused on reading to learn together and build friendships, rather than learning to read.
1581 Dodd Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43210
(614) 685-6718
Franklin County: nisonger.osu.edu/adolescent/adolescent-clinics-services/next-chapter-book-club
National Website: nextchapterbookclub.org
Serves: Infants, school-aged children, teens, and adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
The Nisonger Center has a variety of programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, including Down syndrome and autism spectrum disorders. Services include clinical support services, specialized dental programs, inclusive childcare and early childhood education, social programs for teens, TOPS post-secondary education and transitional skills program for adult students at OSU, psychiatric services, and more. Contact the center for program details and eligibility.
1581 Dodd Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43210
Administration: (614) 685-3192 or (855) 983-9955
nisonger.osu.edu
Serves: Students preschool to grade 12, with or without an autism diagnosis
Oakstone is a private school offering a full inclusion environment for children on the autism spectrum and a fully-integrated learning environment for peers with and without disabilities. Educational programs include the Toddler Enrichment program, preschool, elementary, middle, high school, and postsecondary/college credit options. Classrooms are small and usually consist of 14 to 20 students with two teachers in all elementary classrooms. The school emphasizes inclusion, leadership, arts, athletics, and character-building for each student to reach their unique potential.
900 Club Drive Westerville, Ohio 43081
(614) 899-2838
ccde.org
Connects individuals with disabilities to community resources, advocates for inclusive public policy, and provides training opportunities for professionals. They publish an Autism parent guide that includes topics such as screening and diagnosis, accessing educational services, and future planning. Their website has many helpful resources, including the Autism Center, Outreach Center for Deafness and Blindness, Lifespan Transitions, Assistive Technology, Teaching Diverse Learners, Family and Community Outreach, and Young Child Center.
470 Glenmont Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 410-0321
OCALI Contact Directory: ocali.org/project/learn_about_OCALI/page/contact_OCALI
ocali.org
Ohio provides scholarships to private schools for students attending low-performing public schools, scholarships for families considered low income, and students with learning disabilities to schools or programs to meet students’ needs. Go online for information about the EdChoice Program, Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship Program, Autism Scholarship Program, and additional educational resources.
25 South Front Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
(614) 728-2743 or (877) 644-6338
Subscribe for Text Alerts for each scholarship program: education.ohio.gov/Media/Sign-up-for-Text-Alerts/Subscribe-to-Ohio-Education-Options-Text-Alerts
education.ohio.gov/Scholarships
Waivers are programs that help Ohio Medicaid customers with special needs remain at home instead of being in a nursing home, hospital, or facility. They provide financial assistance to families, and there is typically a waiting list. Services may include personal care, transportation, respite services, supported employment, nutrition services, assistive devices, home modifications and interpreter services. See further information about Ohio waiver programs below.
50 West Town Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Consumer Hotline: (800) 324-8680
medicaid.ohio.gov
Offers a free Special Education Legal Clinic for parents of students with disabilities (ages 3-26). Parents and guardians meet with a special education advocate or attorney to ask questions and discuss challenges related to special education services. The Clinic includes a group workshop followed by a Q&A panel from special education professionals. Free, 30-minute guidance sessions with attorneys are also available.
262 South 3rd Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Columbus: (614) 745-2001
Cleveland: (216) 714-1515
Cincinnati: (513) 496-1635
lawyers4students.com/legalclinic
Coordinates state efforts to help kids with autism. Their website has education and development resources for babies and toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children and adults with autism spectrum disorders.
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD)
30 East Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215
iwg-autism.org
Serves: Children, adolescents, and adults with developmental disabilities
Serves individuals with developmental disabilities by building on the foundation of physical activity and life skills (PALS). They offer adult day services, residential services, educational and vocational services, Art Outside the Lines art studio, and psychiatry and mental health services. Age and eligibility requirements vary depending on the service and location. Call for details.
Private/charter school serving children with autism and related disorders in Central Ohio.
Program: Services for children with autism in and out of the school setting, including occupational therapy, speech therapy, music therapy, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), behavioral health, support groups, summer camps, transitional services and more.
Eligibility: Ages 2 ½ through 22
Cost: Caresource and most insurances are accepted, Jon Peterson, Autism Scholarship and District Placements accepted.
Referral: Individuals may refer themselves or be referred by parents, physician or organization.