autism/US/NC

Overview
This page is about the care and treatment of autism and other developmental disabilities in North Carolina.
 * Localities: /Durham

As a social service issue, autism is handled as part of the mental health system, so much of the information on that page will be relevant for obtaining services.

Assisted Living

 * Carolina Living & Learning Center: mainly a demonstration facility; openings are rare and highly sought.
 * GHA Inc. "Quality Services For Individuals with Autism": multiple facilities. Highly recommended by at least one source.
 * NC Division of Health Service Regulation Licensed Facilities: see "Mental Health Facility Listing by County" (covers other mental health issues besides autism; extensive lists)

Discussion / Personal Experiences

 * Autistic services in North Carolina?: forum discussion 2006-09-26 to 2008-02-12
 * Josh and The System at HypertWiki: some bits of a case history in, from

Education

 * Jordan Lake School of the Arts "An arts based inclusive school for children on the spectrum." Private school in.

Organizations

 * Autism Society of NC (links)
 * Family Support Network of NC: "to promote and provide support for families with children who have special needs"
 * NAMI NC: National Alliance on Mental Health, NC Chapter
 * Parker Autism Foundation: "a non-profit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to serving North Carolina children with autism spectrum disorders and their families" based in.
 * The Mariposa School in : "A school of excellence for children with autism to maximize development of their communication, social and academic skills."
 * TEACCH (Treatment and Education of Autistic and related Communication-handicapped CHildren)

Services

 * The Arc of Orange County: "Advocacy and Services for Persons with Developmental Disabilities"
 * Autism Services of Mecklenberg County