Innovate for autism
Shorten the time from diagnosis to optimal outcomes
Autism Innovations is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We support innovations that help families give their loved ones affected by autism the best chance.
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Diagnosis, therapy, support groups and respite care, organized by state and city. A free community resource from Autism Innovations.
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Every moment counts
Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability
Life disruption and financial burden add significant stress to the family. In addition to medical costs, intensive behavioral interventions for children with autism cost $40,000 to $60,000 per child per year.
With early diagnosis and intervention, it's estimated the cost of lifelong care can be reduced by two thirds. We look for and support innovations that help families give their loved ones affected by autism the best chance for optimal outcomes.
Our values
Think big. Act bigger.
Innovations
Innovations and technology to help the autism community.
Collaboration
Parents, physicians, educators and innovative companies working together for autism.
Educate
Spread the word and educate others on autism and what you can do to help.
Current cause
Astrid360, the world's first AI digital assistant for autism
We carefully seek out solutions that need our support. We selected an organization that built an AI-driven digital assistant for autism to help parents ease the process of caregiving. With your support and donations we can help millions of children.
Astrid360 is a software platform that uses measurement based care, combining artificial intelligence, machine learning, workflow automation, collaborative care, community support and predictive analytics. It helps parents easily create, manage and track individualized care plans.
It gives precise recommendations on what you can do today to improve health and wellness for individuals living with autism and their families. Use it on your smartphone, computer or tablet. HIPAA compliant.
"We want to empower parents with the information and tools needed to provide the best possible care for their children."
Jim Tafur, Founder, Astrid
Guides for families
Plain-English answers, with sources
Getting a diagnosis, paying for services, what ABA looks like and what to ask a provider. General information, not medical advice. Talk with your child's doctor.
How to get an autism diagnosis for your child
The usual steps from a first worry to a diagnostic evaluation, in plain English, with what to bring and what to ask.
Read the guidePaying for autism services: Medicaid, insurance and other help
A national overview of Medicaid, private insurance and free public services, with a Washington section and questions to ask your plan.
Read the guideWhat ABA therapy actually looks like
A plain description of applied behavior analysis: how it starts, what a session can look like, and how to judge whether it fits your child.
Read the guideOur mission
We believe change is possible against all odds, with you as the catalyst.
Join us by donating today. Help families give their loved ones the best chance of success. We believe in leading with technology and innovation to give families and individuals living with autism the best possible outcomes.
Just about everyone knows someone affected by autism. Each one of us can make a difference. See how you, your company, organization or corporation can donate. The goal is to get advanced technology in the hands of every family in need, to help their children, our world's children. Together we are better and stronger.
Change a life today
Even the smallest donation makes a difference
It doesn't take much to change a life. You can make a difference today. It starts with believing things can change.