This page contains links (ordered geographically) to other Autism-related websites on the global internet.

Illinois

Autism-Link Illinois Support Organization

Our mission is to provide opportunities for inclusion, information, and support; to keep parents, family members of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and autistic individuals apprised of news and information, help them in their quest for services, and also in their quest for camaraderie with others in the autism community. We seek to directly help parents by providing opportunities for support, inclusion and information, free of charge.

Autism Society of America Central Illinois Chapter

As the Central Illinois Chapter of the Autism Society of America, we are proud to have the privilege to render service to the families, friends, and interested parties who have a connection to a person with autism. By standing together and sharing our hardships and joys, we make a better community for everyone.

Autism Society of Illinois

The mission of our organization is to promote through advocacy, public awareness, education and research, lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum disorder and their families in order that they may be fully included, participating members of their communities.

Autism Society of Illinois-CU Autism Network

The C-U (Champaign-Urbana) Autism Network, formerly known as the Autism Parent Support Group, was formed in 1995. We provide a network of information sharing and support for anyone living or working with persons on the Autism Spectrum. Our goal is to continue to learn more about autism and better ways to integrate persons with autism into society through education, training and support from the family and community.

Autism Society of McLean County

The purpose of this organization shall be to promote the general welfare of children and adults with autism and to provide support for their families; to support the education, vocational training
and recreation of those with autism; to aid in the collection and dissemination of information.

Autism Society of Southern Illinois

The Autism Society of Southern Illinois is dedicated to the support and education of family, friends, and individual people who adapt to the disability of autism. Our support area covers the southern portion of Illinois, south of Interstate 70.

Autism Spectrum Institute@Illinois State University

The Autism Spectrum Institute provides supportive education programs and trains pre-service and teacher educators as well as parents and families of children and youth with autism spectrum disorders. The Institute provides a multidisciplinary network of consultants that can assist in identifying, selecting, and implementing effective programs, a lending library, and information to families and professionals through workshops and in-service trainings. It will also serve as a coordinating site for classroom-, home-, and clinic-based research with an emphasis on the empirical validation of intervention strategies

Autism-Link Illinois Support Organization

Our mission is to provide opportunities for inclusion, information, and support; to keep parents, family members of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and autistic individuals apprised of news and information, help them in their quest for services, and also in their quest for camaraderie with others in the autism community. We seek to directly help parents by providing opportunities for support, inclusion and information, free of charge.

Chicago Southside Autism Support Group (CSASG)

Chicago Southside Autism Support Group (CSASG) is a parent support organization. The mission of CSASG is to provide support and information for families and children with autism. Our group is committed to increasing awareness and improving the quality of life for our children. We welcome you to attend our meetings.

Focus on Illinois STARNET (links for various STARnet Regions in Illinois are below)

The Illinois Support and Technical Assistance Regional Network (STARNET) system serves young children with special needs, families and communities throughout the state. It works to develop more effective partnerships and linkages among families, professionals and systems. STARNET provides training, consultation and resources to the early childhood community. The STARNET system supports the Illinois State Board of Education in meeting local needs by providing services throughout Illinois. The mission of Illinois STARNET provides a variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those who touch the lives of young children, ages birth through eight with an emphasis on children with special needs.


Northwest Region I and Central Region III
28 Horrabin Hall
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL 61455
Phone: 800/227-7537

Northeast Region II
2626 S. Clearbrook Dr.                                                                                                                                                                                                           Arlington Hts. IL 60005-4646                                                                                                                                                                                                     Phone: 224-8579                                                                                                                                                                                                               

Southern Region IV
500 Wilshire Drive
Belleville, IL 62223
Phone: (618) 397-8930, Ext. 166
Fax: 1-800-942-7827 or (618) 397-8928

City of Chicago Region V
125 South Clark, Suite 800
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 773-553-3408

South Suburban/East Central Region VI
6020 W. 151st Street
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Phone: 708 687-0900

Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP)

The Illinois Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (ICAAP) is an organization of approximately 2,300 pediatricians in Illinois. Primary activities include advocacy on behalf of children, families, and health professionals in Illinois; the provision of continuing medical education and other resources for pediatricians, pediatric specialists, and other child health care providers; and collaboration with other state organizations and agencies on programs and projects that improve the health and well-being of children.

Southwestern Illinois Autistic Spectrum Disorder Support

Welcome to the Southwest Illinois Autistic Spectrum Disorder support web site. Our purpose in building this site was to give the family's in Southwestern Illinois a place to communicate and learn about Autism and the way it affects our lives. Our hope is that by doing this, no family will feel alone, powerless, or afraid.

 

Other States

Indiana / Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA)

The Indiana Resource Center for Autism staff conduct outreach training and consultations, engage in research, and develop and disseminate information on behalf of individuals across the autism spectrum, including autism, Asperger’s syndrome, and other pervasive developmental disorders. Our efforts are focused on providing communities, organizations, agencies, and families with the knowledge and skills to support children and adults in typical early intervention, school, community, work, and home settings.

Missouri / Illinois Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Project (ADDM)

Our mission is to provide opportunities for inclusion, information, and support; to keep parents, family members of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and autistic individuals apprised of news and information, help them in their quest for services, and also in their quest for camaraderie with others in the autism community. We seek to directly help parents by providing opportunities for support, inclusion and information, free of charge.

Minnesota / The Autism Society of Minnesota

The Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) is an organization of families, educators, care givers, and professionals committed to supporting individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It was chartered in 1971 as a chapter of the Autism Society of America, the collective voice of the autism community in over 240 chapters nationwide. AuSM has members throughout the state of Minnesota and the upper midwest.

Ohio / Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI)

Based on a respect for individuals with autism and low incidence disabilities and our belief in their right, need, and desire to achieve their full potential, OCALI's mission is to build state-wide and system-wide capacity to improve their outcomes through leadership, training and professional development, technical assistance, collaboration, and technology

Wisconsin / Autism Society of Wisconsin

Awareness, Support and Working together for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in Wisconsin.

National

Autism Society of America (ASA)

Autism Society of America (ASA) is the leading voice and resource of the entire autism community in education, advocacy, services, research and support. The ASA is committed to meaningful participation and self-determination in all aspects of life for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. ASA accomplishes its ongoing mission through close collaboration with a successful network of chapters, members and supporters.

National Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (NECTAC)

There are practices and resources that can help address these challenges. To address these challenges, many federal agencies, state lead agencies, state education agencies, and national organizations have developed information, guidelines and resources. NECTAC has gathered many for this topical Web page. We will continue to maintain and update these resources. Please direct your suggestions to Evelyn Shaw at NECTAC.

Network Technical Assistance Center on Positive Behavioral Interventions & Supports (PBIS)

The Center has been established by the Office of Special Education Programs, US Department of Education to give schools capacity-building information and technical assistance for identifying, adapting, and sustaining effective school-wide disciplinary practices.

The Network of Autism Training and Technical Assistance Programs (NATTAP)

International

Ahead with Autism

The Veronica Bird Foundation is dedicated to increasing public and professional awareness of autism spectrum disorders, Ahead with Autism provides information and support to enhance the social, communicative and life skill development of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. The foundation is also dedicated to raising awareness of Autistic Spectrum Disorders, improving the lives of individuals afflicted by Autism and educating professionals through the worldwide distribution of The Different Shades of Autism, an award-winning video about the Screening and Diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Disorders, soon available in a Spanish version - other languages to follow soon. Information on the upcoming Autism Conference in Brazil is found here.

Autism Speaks International

The Canada and UK arms of this organization (which recently merged with the National Alliance for Autism Research) provides global information here.

Geneva Center for Autism

Geneva Centre for Autism is a multi-service agency providing direct clinical services to families living in the Greater Toronto Area (including Peel, Halton, Simcoe and York Regions). We also provide information, resources and consultation and training services to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), parents, service providers, educators and other professionals across Ontario, Canada and internationally.