This January, we highlight how to navigate a new Autism diagnosis and prepare for new year goal setting and routine planning. Our public policy resources include our latest edition of Capitol Connection and access to our Action Center.

New Diagnosis

• Autism Society’s New Diagnosis Resource Page
• Autism Society’s Screening and Diagnosis Page
• CDC Learn the Signs and Act Early
• Autism Society Local Resources and Helpline
• Autism Science Foundation’s Newly Diagnosed Resource

New Year Goal Setting and Routine Planning

• Organization for Autism Research’s Resource
• Stage Learning’s Resource
• VeryWell Health’s Resource
• Setting Goals and Tracking your Child’s Behavior

Vaccine Education Initiative (VEI) Resources:

• Visual Schedules (Under Resources)
• Healthcare Experience Form

Autism Society’s Resources

• VEI Landing Page

Public Policy Resources

• Capitol Connection: December 14, 2023
• Action Center

Interested in partnering with the Autism Society with our Vaccine Education Initiative program? Contact us at vei@autism-society.org for more information.

The Autism Society’s National Helpline is here to support you and provide you with the resources you need. Our Information & Referral Specialists are available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 7:00 pm (Eastern Time) at 800-3-AUTISM (800-328-8476) or info@autism-society.org.

The Autism Society’s mission is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. As the nation’s oldest leading grassroots Autism organization, the Autism Society and its 70+ local affiliates serve over half a million members of the Autism community each year. It envisions a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it – including education, advocacy efforts, and supports and services throughout the lifespan. If you found this article helpful, please consider supporting our efforts through a donation, every bit helps. Donate here!