Self Help Clearinghouse
Autism / Asperger Syndrome
This information is provided as a resource and does not constitute an endorsement for any group. It is the responsibility of the reader to decide whether a group is appropriate for his/her needs. For evidence-based information on diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatment and wellness issues, continue searching this site. Autism Society of America
National. 200+ chapters. Founded 1965. Organization of parents, professionals and citizens working together via education, advocacy, research for children and adults on the autism spectrum. Magazine, searchable database and annual conference.
Write:
Autism Society of America
7910 Woodmont Ave., Suite 300
Bethesda, MD 20814
Voice: 301-657-0881 or 1-800-328-8476 (information only)
Fax: 301-657-0869
Website: http://www.autismsocietyofamerica.org
E-mail: info@autism-society.org
Verified: 10/14/2008Autism Network International
International. Founded 1992. Organization run by and for autistic people. Provides peer support and tips for coping and problem-solving. Online listserv, advocacy, education, retreats/conferences, information and referrals.
Write:
Autism Network International
P.O. Box 35448
Syracuse, NY 13235-5448
Voice: 315-476-2462 (long distance calls will be returned collect)
Website: http://www.ani.ac
E-mail: jisincla@mailbox.syr.edu
Verified: 10/16/2008Online Asperger Syndrome Information and Support (OASIS)
Online. Interactive webpage providing information and support for Asperger syndrome and related disorders. Includes local, national and international support groups, research papers and descriptions. Message boards, chatrooms, family contributions, research projects, links to evaluators and other Asperger syndrome online resources. Forums for families affected by Asperger syndrome and the professionals working with them.
Website: http://www.aspergersyndrome.org
Verified: 10/16/2008GRASP- The Global and Regional Asperger Syndrome Partnership
National. 15 chapters. Founded 2003. Support network for adults with a diagnosis on the autism spectrum with high functioning autism, Asperger syndrome or pervasive developmental disorder. Information and referrals, newsletter, literature, advocacy. Assistance in starting local chapters. Also has an Orthodox Jewish Network for the Tri-State area in New York along with a teen group.
Write:
GRASP
666 Broadway, Suite 830
New York, NY 10012
Voice: 646-242-4003
Fax: 212-529-9996
Website: http://www.grasp.org
E-mail: info@grasp.org
Verified: 10/16/2008Families of Adults Afflicted with Asperger's Syndrome
Online. Offers support to the family members of adult individuals with Asperger's syndrome. Membership dues $29.95. Bulletin board, e-mail list and resources.
Website: http://www.faaas.org
Verified: 10/31/2008
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