ABOUT CARD
MISSION
CARD provides support and assistance
with the goal of optimizing the
potential of people with autism and
related disabilities.
FOCUS
CARD's focus is to enhance the lives of
individuals we serve by helping them
become valued members of their
communities enabling them to learn,
work, communicate, and socialize.
CARD offers supports within the natural
contexts of homes, residences, child
care programs, schools, and communities
at no charge.
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ELIGIBILITY
CARD serves individuals of any age with
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CARD
PROVIDES . . .
Community
Awareness
Assistance to
Individuals and Families
Assistance to
Professionals
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Community
Awareness
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Public
awareness presentations related
to understanding autism and
related disabilities
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Lending
library consisting of books
videos, and resource materials
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Annual
statewide conference for parents
and professionals
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Training
on various topics such as:
understanding and resolving
problem behavior, enhancing
communication and socialization
skills, increasing self-help
skills and independence,
teaching academics, and
understanding educational laws
and IEP development
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Assistance
to Individuals and Families
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Provide
information about an
individual's disability
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Directory
of service providers and other
referral information
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Support
groups
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Support
families in planning for the
future
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Assistance
in coordinating services the
individual may be receiving from
various professionals
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Individualized consultation
related to planning intervention
across contexts
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Assistance to Professionals
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Local
workshops and conferences on
topics related to meeting the
needs of individuals with autism
and related disabilities
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Individualized consultation in
schools, child care centers,
recreational programs, and adult
services programs
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Assistance
in program development and
enhancement
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