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The Center for Autism

Specialized intensive training for autistic children-

  • 4601 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 
  • 2801 Grant Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19114-1007
    215-878-3400

www.thecenterforautism.org
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Autism Centers of Excellence (ACE) in Philadelphia

For autism evaluations and enrollment in various autism research programs.
Center City-NE Treatment Center 7520 State Road Philadelphia, PA 19136 215-238-1426- http://netcenters.org/
NE Philly-SPIN 10541 Drummond Road 1-844-774-6226– For Autism evaluations and assessment for other behavioral health and clinical services- https://spininc.org/
Child Guidance Resource Center at 2901 Island Ave Philadelphia PA 19153 (267-713-4100) and 2000 Old West Chester Pike, Havertown, PA 19083  (484) 454-8700- https://www.cgrc.org/
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The Center for Autism
Specialized intensive training for autistic children-4601 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19139 and 2801 Grant Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19114-1007
215-878-3400
www.thecenterforautism.org

The Center for Autism Research (CAR)

The CAR at CHOP/UPenn is looking for the causes of autism spectrum disorders and is developing new treatments for children and adults with autism. We study infants who have a brother or sister already diagnosed with autism. We also have research studies for toddlers, school-aged children, and adults. Families who take part in our research studies receive evaluation reports and are paid for their time and travel costs. Call 1-866-570-6524.
www.research.chop.edu/center-for-autism-research

Drexel Autism Institute

The AJ Drexel Autism Institute pioneers research to better understand autism and drive impactful change in our communities and worldwide. 215-571-3401 Click here for info https://drexel.edu/autisminstitute/

Autism Navigator

Autism Navigator online courses offer free interactive video courses, covering topics from early detection of toddlers with autism at 18–24 months to evidence-based intervention strategies and supports for social communication, active engagement, and addressing challenging behavior. Visit autismnavigator.com or call 1-844-427-3457

Philly Autism Project

Great resources for families broken down by neighborhood. Click here https://www.phillyautismproject.org/supportgroups/

Autism Cares Foundation

Autism Cares Foundation provides children, young adults and families with recreational activities, outings and events at no charge primarily in Bucks and Montgomery Counties as well as for Philadelphia residents. These events provide life-skills development and social interaction for those on the autism spectrum. They include:  bounce outings, bowling, social activities and dances, family movies, music events as well as physical fitness activities and arts and crafts from first diagnosis as toddlers into adulthood. 215-942-2273 IG: @autismcaresfoundationand website www.autismcaresfoundation.org
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The Autism Society of America

The Autism Society of America, Greater Philadelphia Chapter was established in 1977 by a dedicated group of parents with a strong desire to band together and be a united voice to represent individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and spread awareness. 610-358-5256email autismsocietyphila@verizon.net 
http://www.asaphilly.org/

ASERT (Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training) Collaborative

ASERT is a statewide initiative funded by the Bureau of Autism Services, PA Department of Public Welfare. The ASERT Collaborative is a partnership of medical centers, centers of autism research and services, universities and other providers of services involved in the treatment and care of individuals of all ages with autism and their families. The ASERT Collaborative has been designed to bring together resources locally, regionally, and statewide.
 877-231-4244 (Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM)
PaAutism.org

PMHC After-School Autism Program

PMHC’s After-School Autism Program is open Monday-Saturday with transportation and snacks included for kids ages 5-21.
Fun clinical activities are done by master level clinicians to improve language, communication, social interaction, and behavior. www.pmhccares.org

Sesame Street Autism Initiative

See amazing resource from Sesame Street for families with autism that promotes understanding from all families/communities. http://autism.sesamestreet.org/

Autism Checklist for Toddlers (MCAT)

Click here >> for checklist m-chat  and here for scoring m-chat_scoring
Online screening for autism, go here https://www.autismspeaks.org/screen-your-child



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