Autism Provider Agencies
Affinity Family Care:
A family owned agency, providing Respite, Habilitation, Attendant Care and Housekeeping Services for individuals with disabilities. We assume the responsibility for hiring, training and performing all necessary background checks for the person who is providing the services. Our providers are not just sub-contractors, but are empowered employees dedicated to our client's needs. Call Tracey and Craig at 480-558-3600; www.affinityfamilycare.com.
Arizona Autism United (AZA United):
Arizona Autism United is a nonprofit human service co-op providing services to children with autism spectrum disorders in Arizona. AZA United is a qualified vendor with the Arizona Division of Developmental Disabilities. Our current DDD services include habilitation, respite, attendant care, behavioral habilitation (Hab M/B), behavior analysis training. AZA United is committed to giving every family and employee the training and ongoing support they need to help each child be successful. We keep an open door policy and are highly flexible in terms of intervention approaches and program design. azaunited.org
Baio Enterprises:
Baio Enterprises is committed to provide quality speech, language, occupational and physical therapy to children and their families, allowing them an opportunity to develop and improve their skills to their best potential, enabling them to participate and communicate in quality life experiences. Call (480) 963-3634; baioenterprises.com
Exceptional Expectations:
Exceptional Expectations is a DDD funded agency that provides habilitation and respite therapy for children with autism. Using a variety of therapy/programming methods (ABA, Floortime, RDI, PECS, etc.) we meet each child's individual needs and learning styles. Parent resource workshops are available along with on-going provider training. Call (480) 209-4357.
HOPE Group:
This agency specializes in training therapists and consultants for respite and habilitation (behavioral) programs to help children with autism, and holds training seminars for parents and providers.
Call (480) 610-6981; www.hopegroup.org
The Loden Group:
The Loden Group is certified through the State of Arizona, Department of Developmental Disabilities to provide Habilitation, Respite and Attendant Care services. There are program options for both children who do and do not qualify for DDD services. The Loden Group helps children with developmental, behavioral and learning challenges. Our area of emphasis is on children on the Autism Spectrum. See www.loden4kids.com or call (602) 381-0700.
PlayABA:
Provides behavior and language therapy services for autism families, including consulting on home behavior programs and. See www.play-aba.com or call (480) 839-6000.
S.E.E.K. Arizona:
S.E.E.K. Arizona is committed to providing superior professional therapies and direct care services to children with developmental disabilities,
specializing in children with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, (ASD). Through
developmentally appropriate interventions, tailored to the strengths and
needs of each child, child-specific provider training, and a dedication to
providing family support and resources; they work to help each child reach
their full potential in both their home and community. See www.SEEKArizona.org or call 480.902.0771.
Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC):
This nonprofit center includes seminars, library, research studies related to autism, and programs designed to teach parents and educators how to work with children on the autism spectrum. Also trains habilitation and respite providers who work directly with children with disabilities. (602) 340-8717; www.autismcenter.org
Southwest Human Development Easter Seals:
Main number: 602-266-5976. Services include:
- Early Intervention - Children Birth to Three and their families: OT,PT.SLP, early childhood special education, mental health, and psychology. Parent-Child Playgroups. Transdisciplinary team approach; Feeding Team. Contact: Tina Martin, ext. 5085 or tmartin@swhd.org.
- Preschool: SLP and early childhood special ed for children enrolled in Head Start. Transdisciplinary team approach. Full integration of disabilities services into the classroom routine and curriculum. Contact: Lisa Adams, ext. 5050 or ladams@swhd.org
- Assistive Technology: Multi-disciplinary team of Assistive Technology Specialists, including Loan Program; Augmentative Communication evaluations and follow-up training; training and technical assistance for school district personnel; community support groups for AAC users ("Out and About" Groups). Contact: Laura Pierce, ext. 4125 or lpierce@swhd.org.