Resources
Autism Society
The largest grassroots organization in the autism community whose goal is to increase public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by people with autism as well as their families and the professionals with whom they interact by advocating for programs and services for the autism community, and is a leading source of information, research, and reference on the condition
Center for Disease Control
and Prevention
National public health institute committed to continuing to provide essential data on ASD, search for factors that put children at risk for ASD and possible causes, and develop resources that help identify children with ASD as early as possible
National Autism Association
New York Metro
NAA New York Metro is a chapter and subordinate of the National Autism Association. The chapter is all-volunteer and is led by parents, grandparents, caregivers, and professionals working with children affected by autism spectrum disorders, and their families. The organization was founded to serve families, caregivers, and professionals affected by autism spectrum disorder; to educate and empower individuals affected by autism spectrum disorder; and help them reach their full potential.
Parent Support Groups
My Autism Team
MyAutismTeam is a social network and online support group for parents who have children with autism. MyAutismTeam makes it easy for you to get the emotional support you need from others like you, and gain practical advice and insights on managing treatment or therapies for autism.
Queens Parent Support Group
A monthly support group in Queens for parents and caregivers of individuals on the autism spectrum moderated by Dr. Lauren Tobing-Puente
Moms of Children Who
Have Autism
This Astoria-based group offers support, advocacy and connections citywide for parents of children on the autism spectrum, including a Facebook group and weekly phone chats. The group offers lectures, evening events and group outings
Quality Services for the
Autism Community
A forum for parents to share the successes, disappointments, and anxieties that arise from caring for a child with autism (offered in English and Spanish)
Parent to Parent of NY
Parent matching and support program. Parent to Parent of New York State builds a supportive network of families to reduce isolation and empower those who care for people with developmental disabilities or special healthcare needs to navigate and influence service systems and make informed decisions.