Autism Spectrum Disorder/Evaluation
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Institute of Health and Human Services at Appalachian State University and UNC TEACCH
Phone: (828) 262-2185 Address: University Hall, Room 120 400 University Hall Drive, NC 28607 Description of Services: Provides multidisciplinary diagnostic services for those on the autism spectrum in Watauga and surrounding counties. The evaluation process is designed to describe the nature and extent of strengths and weaknesses in each of the primary areas associated with autism: Language and Communication, Social Skills, and Repetitive Behaviors. The assessment also describes how these areas interact to affect a person’s quality of life. Other conditions often associated with the autism spectrum will be screened for so that appropriate referrals or recommendations can be made. Ages Served: Preschool children to adults who are seeking to rule out or confirm a diagnosis of autism. Service Area: Watauga and surrounding Counties Website: http://cdclinic.appstate.edu/ Appalachian State University BCBS IHHS Interprofessional Health Clinic with the Charles E. & Geneva S. Scott Scottish Rite Communication Disorders Clinic & ASU Psychology Clinic Amos Cottage
Dr. Kurt Klinepeter, Developmental Pediatrician Phone: (336) 713-7400 Address: 3325 Silas Creek Parkway Winston-Salem, NC 27103 Description of Services: Amos Cottage Incorporated is dedicated to supporting the programs offered by the health-care providers for early diagnosis and treatment strategies for families and their children who have developmental disabilities and behavioral disorders, to help them live to their fullest potential. The program is part of the Department of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics of Wake Forest Baptist Health. Multi-disciplinary treatment includes:
Website: http://www.amoscottage.org/our-mission/ |
Autism Resources-Sesame Street
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Autism ATRIUM (National Autism Association)
Description of Services:
Educational initiative for the Autism community that provides a regular schedule of learning opportunities through free online webinars as well as a series of blog entries by experts in topics affecting individuals with Autism and their families.
Website: http://nationalautismassociation.org/family-support/programs/autism-atrium/
Description of Services:
Educational initiative for the Autism community that provides a regular schedule of learning opportunities through free online webinars as well as a series of blog entries by experts in topics affecting individuals with Autism and their families.
Website: http://nationalautismassociation.org/family-support/programs/autism-atrium/
Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) of the Blue Ridge
Early Intervention Services
Phone: (828) 265-5391
Fax: (828) 265-5394
Address: 2359 HWY 105 Boone, NC 28607
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Description of Services:
Children’s Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) provides services for the development of infants and toddlers with special needs and their families. Services are for children that range from birth to 3 years old, and if they have a developmental delay or established condition (a diagnosed physical or mental condition). The ITP provides a range of services to help families meet the developmental needs of their infant or toddler. Some of these include: evaluations, service coordination, physical, occupational and speech-language therapies, assistive technology, family support, and nutrition services.
Ages Served: Birth to age 3
Fees/ Payment Type Accepted:
No family is denied services because of inability to pay. Evaluation and service coordination are at no cost for the family. Medicaid and the family’s insurance are billed with permission.
Service Area: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes and Yancey County
Website: http://www.beearly.nc.gov/index.php/contact/cdsa
Early Intervention Services
Phone: (828) 265-5391
Fax: (828) 265-5394
Address: 2359 HWY 105 Boone, NC 28607
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am- 5:00 pm
Description of Services:
Children’s Developmental Services Agency (CDSA) provides services for the development of infants and toddlers with special needs and their families. Services are for children that range from birth to 3 years old, and if they have a developmental delay or established condition (a diagnosed physical or mental condition). The ITP provides a range of services to help families meet the developmental needs of their infant or toddler. Some of these include: evaluations, service coordination, physical, occupational and speech-language therapies, assistive technology, family support, and nutrition services.
Ages Served: Birth to age 3
Fees/ Payment Type Accepted:
No family is denied services because of inability to pay. Evaluation and service coordination are at no cost for the family. Medicaid and the family’s insurance are billed with permission.
Service Area: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes and Yancey County
Website: http://www.beearly.nc.gov/index.php/contact/cdsa