National Resources
Autism Society of America
Provides advocacy, education, information and referral, support, and community at national, state and local levels through our strong nationwide network of Affiliates.
Web: www.autism-society.org
First Signs
Dedicated to the early identification and intervention of children with developmental delays and disorders.
Phone: (978) 346-4380
Email: info@firstsigns.org
Web: www.firstsigns.org
National Association of Residential Providers for Adults with Autism (NARPAA)
Works to assure the availability of residential services and other supports for adults with autism throughout their lives.
Email: info@narpaa.org
Web: www.narpaa.org
National Autism Center at May Institute
Dedicated to disseminating evidence-based information about the treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), promoting best practices, and offering comprehensive and reliable resources for families, practitioners, and communities. Compiled the the National Standards Project to establish a set of standards for effective, research-validated educational and behavioral interventions for children on the spectrum.
Web: www.nationalautismcenter.org
National Dissemination Center for Children with Disabilities
We serve the nation as a central source of information on: disabilities in infants, toddlers, children, and youth; IDEA, which is the law authorizing special education; No Child Left Behind (as it relates to children with disabilities); and research-based information on effective educational practices.
Web: www.nichcy.org
TEACCH Autism Program
A University-based system of community regional centers that offers a set of core services along with unique demonstration programs meeting the clinical, training, and research needs of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, their families, and professionals across the state of North Carolina. TEACCH® Autism Program, founded by Dr. Eric Schopler in 1972, is a model for other programs around the world.
Web: www.teacch.com
State Resources
Autism Society of Alabama
Works to improve services for persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families through education and advocacy.
Phone: 877-4AUTISM (877-428-8476)
Email: info@autism-alabama.org
Web: www.autism-alabama.org
Alabama Regional Autism Network (AL-RAN)
Alabama’s RAN is staffed by experts in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Each RAN strives to connect people with ASD, their families, educators, and service providers to the information and/or services that best meet their needs.
Web: www.autism.alabama.gov/Regional-Autism-Network.html
Flyer: AL-RAN Flyer
RAN Centers
- University of Alabama in Huntsville
256-824-5700
uahran@uah.edu - University of Alabama
205-348-3131
ua-ran@ua.edu - University of South Alabama
251-410-4533
usaran@health.southalabama.edu - Auburn University
334-844-2004
auran@auburn.edu - University of Alabama at Birmingham
205-934-1112
uabran@uab.edu
Alabama’s Early Intervention System (AEIS): Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services
Provides supports and services for infants and toddlers birth through age 2 (0 to 36 months of age) who have a medical diagnosis that can delay normal development or who have a developmental delay causing the child to not meet developmental milestones.
AEIS Phone: 1-800-543-3098 (or TYY 800-499-1816)
ADRS Phone: 334-281-8780.
Web: www.rehab.alabama.gov/individuals-and-families/early-intervention
Alabama Department of Education: Special Education
Through leadership and service, the vision of Special Education Services (SES) is to foster positive educational outcomes for all students ages 3+ with special needs.
Phone: 334-242-8114; 800-392-8020
Email: crystalr@alsde.edu
Web: www.alsde.edu
Alabama Department of Rehabilitation: Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS)
Provides specialized employment- and education-related services and training to assist teens and adults with disabilities in becoming employed. In addition, VRS partners and collaborates with the State Department of Education, local school systems, technical schools, community colleges, four-year colleges, and universities to develop statewide school-to-work, post-secondary, and adult life programs to help students with disabilities succeed in secondary and post-secondary education and transition to employment.
Phone: 334-281-8780
Web: www.rehab.alabama.gov/individuals-and-families/vocational-rehabilitation-service-general
Alabama Department of Mental Health and Development Disabilities
Provides a comprehensive array of services and supports to individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families in the state through contractual arrangements with community agencies, five regional community services offices, and three comprehensive support service teams that assist with behavioral, medical, psychiatric and dental services and supports.
Web: www.mh.alabama.gov/ID
2-1-1 Connects Alabama
Dialing 2-1-1 connects you to a trained operator 24/7 that has access to a comprehensive database with a multitude of services in Alabama. By its design, the 2-1-1 system is ideally suited for serving as the initial contact point for any variety of programs. 2-1-1 is designed to assist families from all walks of life, but most importantly benefits our most vulnerable populations such as the elderly, people with disabilities, and low-income by facilitating access to public services.
Phone: 2-1-1 or 888-421-1266
Email: info@211connectsalabama.org
Web: www.211connectsalabama.org
Providers
Alabama Disabilities Advocacy Program (ADAP)
Provides legal services to Alabamians with disabilities to protect, promote and expand their rights. ADAP is part of the National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
Phone: 205-348-4928 (V/TTY); 800-826-1675
Email: ADAP@adap.ua.edu
Web: www.adap.ua.edu
Alabama Respite Resource Network
Works to increase access to and availability of high quality respite resources for all caregivers in Alabama.
Phone: (256) 859-4900 or 1-866-RESTALA
Email: info@alabamarespite.org
Web: www.alabamarespite.org
The Arc of Central Alabama, Inc.
Serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families through comprehensive and quality programming, advocacy efforts, education and awareness, all in an effort to ensure each person affected by I/DD has the opportunity to reach his or her fullest potential for the most independent life possible.
Phone: 205-323-6383
Web: www.arcofcentralalabama.org
The Arc of Alabama
Volunteer-based membership organization located in Montgomery, AL whose primary role is to advocate for the rights and protections of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families.
Phone: 334-262-7688
Email: advocacy@thearcofalabama.com
Web: www.thearcofal.org
Exceptional Foundation
Provides year-round services to individuals with special needs who have reached the age of 21 and no longer receive services from school systems. Programs are also offered to the school-age exceptional population through after-school activities and a summer camp.
Phone: 205-870-0776
Web: www.exceptionalfoundation.org
The Horizons School
Provides a community-based educational program promoting successful transition to independent living for young adults with learning disabilities, autism spectrum and developmental disorders.
Phone: 205.322.6606 or 800.822.6242
Web: www.horizonsschool.org
Mitchell’s Place
Provides comprehensive, research-based, educational, social and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities in a deeply caring environment.
Phone: 205-957-0294
Web: www.mitchells-place.com
The Riley Center
Located in Huntsville, The Riley Center seeks to provide comprehensive services using a multidisciplinary approach to fulfill the urgent need for earlier diagnosis and treatment for children and their families faced with autism. Our staff implements the most current research-proven treatments and educational practices in a caring and supportive environment.
Phone: (256) 882-2457
Web: www.therileycenter.org
Triumph Services, Inc.
Triumph Services, Inc. is a 501(c)3 corporation that provides the supports necessary for adults with developmental disabilities to live independently in the Birmingham area. Triumph offers Life Coaching, Supported Employment, and weekly Social Activities. Triumph provides these services with a Team Approach, consisting of Life Coaches, Job Coaches, and Licensed Therapists.
Phone: 205-581-1000
Email: info@triumphservices.org
Web: www.triumphservices.org
Glenwood, Inc. hopes that you will find the information provided on this page helpful. However, the material could contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Furthermore, references to treatment or therapy options, services or service providers as well as meetings and support groups are by no means comprehensive. The inclusion of information on this website should not be construed as an endorsement of any of the organizations listed or the providers referenced. Glenwood, Inc. assumes no liability or responsibility for the use of information contained on this website. Individual treatment choices should be made by the family in conjunction with a trusted physician or team of professionals who personally know the individual with autism.