Resource guide

THE AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS RESOURCE GUIDE

A G U I D E F O R FA M I L I E S A N D P R OV I D E R S

DAVE R ICE F O U N D AT I O N P R E S E N T S

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This year brings big changes and exciting developments to the UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders. I am pleased to announce our new collabora-tion with the Dave Rice Foundation. We are working together to develop new services to better meet the needs in our community. This past spring the new numbers from the Center for Disease Control caught everyone’s attention. One in 88 children are identified with an ASD: 1 in 54 boys and 1 in 252 girls. The increase makes it clear that there is still so much to be done. I look forward to sharing the details of our projects as they develop.

One way the Center is expanding is through this year’s resource guide. The 2012 edition is presented by the Dave Rice Foundation and is co-sponsored by FEAT of Southern Nevada, People’s Autism Foundation, and Grant a Gift Autism Foundation. Through their generous support we will print more then 10,000 copies of the guide, translate it into Spanish, and have it widely avail-able through the community in hard copy and for download online.

It is also with great sadness that we say goodbye to Dr. Peggy Whitby as she moves to the University of Arkansas. For two years Dr. Whitby’s vision and passion for innovating the way we support individuals with autism has energized the Center, inspired students, and forged strong community ties. We wish her well and know she will create great things in her new home. In my new role as Director, my goal is build upon this energy and momentum to guide the Center through this new phase of development.

Thank you to all our families and friends throughout the valley who support what we do. Thank you to all the educators and service providers who work hard to ensure evidence-based practices are available. Together we make a difference, one person, one service, one event at a time.

Stay tuned for more announcements in fall 2012! We hope to see you all soon.

Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders University of Nevada, Las Vegas

The ASD Resource Guide 1

About Us

Dr. Shannon Crozier is the Director of the UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders and specializes in the learning and behavioral needs of students with ASD. Before coming to UNLV, she worked as a special education teacher for 9 years and earned her master’s degree at Boston University. Dr. Crozier earned her doctorate at UNLV and helped establish the CASD in 2006. At the Center, she coordinates the development of new projects, grants, and community services. She facilitates training sessions and directs program activities. Her research has focused on the development of effective instructional strategies for academic and social skills and the application of positive behavior supports at the individual and system level. Dr. Crozier presents her research at national and international conferences and has developed a publication record in a variety of journals.

Jessica Love is the Project Coordinator of the CASD. Jessica earned a master’s degree in Psychology/Applied Behavior Analysis from California State University Sacramento and is currently a doctoral student in special education at UNLV. At the Center, Jessica is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering training sessions and activities, establishing community partnerships, and engaging in university-related research activities. Jessica’s research has focused primarily on vocal stereotypy (noncontextual speech), Picture Exchange Communication Systems, and Positive Behavior Support. Jessica has presented her research at state and national conferences and has research in press in the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis.

Nancy Zegler is the graduate assistant at the CASD and is completing her teaching endorsement in autism. Nancy is responsible for the day-to-day running of the Center office, managing inquiries, coordinating materials for events, and assisting with research projects. She is a teacher with her master’s degree in special education and is experienced at educating children with autism.

UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders4505 S Maryland Parkway, Box 453014

Las Vegas, NV 89154-3014Tel 702.895.5836 Fax 702.895.0984

[email protected]

A PDF copy of the Resource Guide is available for download on website!

2 Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (UNLV CASD) is to conduct community-focused research, assessment, and training with persons with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), their families, and community service providers in southern Nevada. The goal of UNLV CASD is to be a nationally recognized leader in the field of ASD. UNLV CASD will positively impact people with ASD and their families in southern Nevada by researching best practices in assessment and intervention, actively engaging community stakeholders, and conducting outreach training. UNLV CASD sustains its ASD services through external funding from local, regional, state, and national sources.

The objectives of UNLV CASD are to (1) develop evidence-based, high quality training programs for family members and professionals, (2) conduct research on best practices in interventions and assessment, and (3) develop a clinical services model that will provide short-term treatment to underserved populations through graduate student training programs.

UNLV CASD is proud to be a member of the southern Nevada autism community.

Purpose:This resource guide was designed to help parents as they seek to identify and select the very best services for their children with an autism spectrum disorder. We have provided an overview of the findings and conclusions from the National Standards Project. The purpose of the National Standards Project was to identify established, emerging and unestablished treatments for individuals with ASD.

Although we made a concerted effort to identify local resources, we recognize that this list is not exhaustive.

If you would like to be listed in future editions of the UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders Resource Guide please contact us at (702) 895-5836 or [email protected]

Disclaimer:The UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders Resource Guide was developed to provide information and does not recommend, endorse, guarantee, or promote the service providers included in this guide.

Acknowledgments:We would like to express our gratitude to this year’s sponsors: Dave Rice Foundation, Families for Effective Autism Treatment (FEAT), Peoples Autism Foundation, and the Grant A Gift Autism Foundation for supporting this project and believing in the importance of the resource guide for our community. Additionally, thank you to all of the community members who provided their information and those individuals who referred valuable resources to the CASD!


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WhAt iS AUtiSm? ...................................................................................4

ReFeRRAL SyStem .................................................................................

Referral Pathway for Children 0-3 ...........................................5

Referral Pathway for Children 3 + ...........................................6

SUmmARy oF ReLeVANt LeGiSLAtioN .............................................7

LeGiSLAtiVe UPDAte ............................................................................9

SUmmARy oF the NAtioNAL AUtiSm CeNteR’S NAtioNAL StANDARDS PRoJeCt ........................................................................10

CommUNity ReSoURCeS .......................................................................

Advocacy/Legal .......................................................................12

Adult Services .........................................................................13

Behavior therapy ....................................................................14

Dentistry ...................................................................................16

Diagnostic ................................................................................17

educational Resources for Children .....................................19

occupational/Physical therapy .............................................21

optometry/ophthalmology .....................................................22

Parent education .....................................................................22

Pediatricians ............................................................................25

Psychiatric ...............................................................................25

Recreation/Recreational therapy ..........................................25

Respite .....................................................................................26

Speech & Language therapy .................................................26

Support Groups .......................................................................28

Additional therapeutic Services ...........................................29

GLoSSARy.............................................................................................32

SPeCiAL eDUCAtioN ACRoNymS .....................................................38

iNFoRmAtioNAL ReSoURCeS ...........................................................40


What is Autism?

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a group of developmental disabilities that cause impairments in multiple areas of development and typically appear within the first 3years of life. ASD is the result of a complex neurological disorder that affects brain function. The core areas of impairment are Social Interaction, Communication, and behavior. These are often referred to as the triad of impairment.

Currently, 1 in 88 children will be diagnosed with an ASD (CDC, 2012)

There are three different types of ASD:• Autistic Disorder (commonly just called Autism) People with autistic disorder

usually have significant language delays, social and communication challenges, and unusual behaviors and interests. Many people with autistic disorder also have an intellectual disability.

• Asperger Syndrome People with Asperger syndrome usually have some milder symptoms of autistic disorder. They might have social challenges and unusual behaviors and interests. However, they typically do not have problems with language or intellectual disability.

• Pervasive Developmental Disorder – not otherwise Specified (PDD- NOS) People who meet some but not all of the criteria for autistic disorder or Asperger syndrome may be diagnosed with PDD-NOS. People with PDD-NOS usually have fewer and milder symptoms than those with autistic disorder.

No two persons with ASD are alike; each has unique strengths and weaknesses. All individuals with ASD exhibit different levels of the triad of impairment.

Source: Autism Society of America, 2010; Center for Disease Control, 201

What is Autism?

Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) is a group of developmental disabilities that cause impairments in multiple areas of development and typically appear within the first 3years of life. ASD is the result of a complex neurological disorder that affects brain function. The core areas of impairment are Social Interaction, Communication, and Behavior. These are often referred to as the triad of impairment. Currently, 1 in 88 children will be diagnosed with an ASD (CDC, 2012) There are three different types of ASD: • Autistic Disorder (commonly just called Autism) People with autistic

disorder usually have significant language delays, social and communication challenges, and unusual behaviors and interests. Many people with autistic disorder also have an intellectual disability.

• Asperger Syndrome People with Asperger syndrome usually have some milder symptoms of autistic disorder. They might have social challenges and unusual behaviors and interests. However, they typically do not have problems with language or intellectual disability.

• Pervasive Developmental Disorder – Not Otherwise Specified (PDD- NOS) People who meet some but not all of the criteria for autistic disorder or Asperger syndromemay be diagnosed with PDD-NOS. People with PDD-NOS usually have fewer and milder symptoms than those with autistic disorder.

No two persons with ASD are alike; each has unique strengths and weaknesses. All individuals with ASD exhibit different levels of the triad of impairment.

Examples of the Triad of Impairment

Social Interaction Communication Restricted Interests/ Repetitive Behavior

• Use of multiple nonverbal behaviors

• Failure to develop peer relationships

• Lack of spontaneous seeking to share social interaction

• Lack of emotional reciprocity

• Significant delay or lack of spoken language

• With speech • Impaired ability to

sustain conversation • Stereotyped

(noncontextual) use of language

• Lack of spontaneous conversation

• Preoccupation with interest that is abnormally intense or focused

• Inflexible adherence to routine

• Repetitive or stereotyped movements

• Preoccupation with parts of objects

Source: Autism Society of America, 2010; Center for Disease Control, 201


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Summary of Relevant legislation

Individuals with Disabilities education Act (IDeA) is the federal law that governs special education programs. Major components of the law are:

• FreeAppropriatePublicEducation(FAPE)• LeastRestrictiveEnvironment(LRE)• AppropriateAssessments• IndividualizedEducationProgram• EmphasizestheRoleoftheParents• RelatedServices

Autism is 1 of 14 disabilities educational eligibility categories in which students may receive educational services.

IDEA is comprised of parts A, B, C, and D. Parts B and C govern the services of children with disabilities. Part B of IDEA outlines the regulations that address the needs of children age 3-21 (school age children) who have qualifying disabilities. Part C of IDEA outlines the regulations that address the needs of children age 0-3 who have qualifying disabilities or who have a diagnostic conditions that place them “at risk” for future or substantial delay. Goals of Part C are to enhance the development of infants and toddlers with disabilities thus minimizing potential for delay, and enhance the capacity of families to meet the special needs of these children.

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is the federal anti-discriminatory law which governs accommodations for students who have a disability but are not eligible for educational services under IDEA. A child who has trouble learning may not be found eligible for special education services, but may need accommodations to succeed in the educational setting. This law was designed to implement regulations that will appropriately accommodate students’ needs and conditions as adequately as the needs of students without disabilities.Source:OSEP,2010

Part B Part C

• ChildrenAge3-21 • ChildrenAge0-3• Childrenmayqualifyin • Childrenwhoexperience 14 disability categories developmental delays.• IndividualEducationPlan(IEP) • IndividualFamilyService• Teacher,family,orprofessional Plan(IFSP) referralforevaluation • ChildFind• Educationaleligibilityisdifferent • RiskofAutismSpectrum than medical diagnosis. Disorder usually qualifies student• Disabilitymustimpedeability studentasadevelopmentaldelay in the educational setting.


Medicaid Services for individuals with autism (waiver or Katie Beckett option)Medicaid provides a wide range of medically necessary services for eligible individuals with disabilities. These services include speech therapy, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.

Eligibility requires an individual (a) have intellectual disability or related condition prior to age 22, (b) require a level of care typically provided in a hospital, nursing facility, or Intermediate Care Facility for people with Intellectual Disabilities (c) meet the financial eligibility requirements.

Many children are denied Medicaid based on parental income and resources. Additionally, children with autism whose severity of impairment would make them eligible for institutional or hospitalized care could have their needs met at home in their community with appropriate supports in place. The Katie Beckett Eligibility Option permits children to receive services and support at home if a physician validates that it is safe and appropriate. Further, it allows the state to waive the parental income and resources for children who are under 19 but otherwise meet the Medicaid requirements. Eligibility under the Katie Beckett waiver option means that Medicaid will cover medically necessary services. Note that not all services for individuals with autism are covered. Medicaid does not cover applied behavior analysis and behavioral therapies. Applications for Medicaid under the Katie Beckett Eligibility Option are made through your local Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services.

Nevada Assembly Bill 162 (A.B. 162)

Nevada Assembly Bill 162 (A.B. 162) requires insurance companies to provide coverage of evidence-based, medically necessary autism therapies. Sponsored by Assemblyman James Ohrenschall (D-12), the law requires insurers to cover up $36,000 a year for behavioral treatments and therapies, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children until age eighteen or age twenty-one if the individual is enrolled in high school. A.B. 162 specifies that there cannot be any limit put on the number of visits to any autism service provider and that the maximum per year benefit will be adjusted annually for inflation. The law applies to small and large group health plans and State Worker Health Plan, which are governed by state law. Individual insurance plans are required to offer an optional rider for autism coverage. The Nevada State Board of Psychological Examiners is responsible for the regulation and licensure for service providers. Covered services include those provided by licensed physicians, psychologists, board certified behavior analysts (BCBAs), and direct providers who are supervised by one of the above. Eligible services will include applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapies derived from evidence-based research including discrete trial training, intensive intervention programs, pivotal response training, and verbal behavior.


Nevada Assembly Bill 359 (A.B. 359)

Nevada Assembly Bill 359 passed in 2009 requires screening of a child with autism at the age ages levels and frequency recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, or its successor organization. The Health Division to provide early intervention services to children with autism and the persons with whom the Health Division contracts to provide early intervention services to children with autism (a) possess the knowledge and understanding of the scientific research and support for the methods and approaches for serving children with autism and the ability to recognize the difference between an approach or method that is scientifically validated and one that is not; (b) posses the knowledge to accurately describe to parents and guardians the research supporting the methods and approaches, including, without limitation, the knowledge necessary to provide an explanation that a method or approach is experimental if it is not supported by scientific evidence; (c) immediately notify a parent or legal guardian if a child is identified as being at risk for a diagnosis of autism and refer parent or legal guardian to the appropriate professionals for further evaluation and simultaneously refer the parent or legal guardian to any appropriate early intervention services and strategies; and (d) provide the parent or legal guardian with information on evidence-based treatments and interventions that may assist the child in his or her development and advancement.

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Summary of the national Autism Center’s national Standards Project

The UNLV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders is committed to the delivery of evidence-based services for children with an Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). As such, we will briefly summarize the findings and conclusions of the National Standards Project. The complete report can be downloaded for free at www.nationalautismcenter.org.

The purpose of the NAC’s National Standard’s Project was to identify the level of research support for educational and behavioral interventions for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, to help integrate evidence-based practice into the treatment decisions for individuals with ASD, and to identify the limitations of the current treatment literature.

Levels of Evidence - Interventions were placed into one of three categories based upon the degree of research evidence

eSTAblISHeD: There is evidence in the research to be confident that the treatment results in favorable outcomes for individuals with ASD

• AntecedentPackage • NaturalisticTeachingStrategies• BehavioralPackage • PeerTrainingPackage• ComprehensiveBehavioral • PivotalResponseTreatment TreatmentforYoungChildren • Schedules• JointAttentionIntervention • Self-Management• Modeling • Story-basedInterventionPackage

eMeRGInG: Although there is research available indicating favorable outcomes for individuals with ASD, additional high quality

research is needed before any conclusions can be made.• Augmentative&Alternative • Multi-componentPackage CommunicationDevice • MusicTherapy• CognitiveBehavioral • Peer-mediatedInstructional InterventionPackage Arrangement• DevelopmentalRelationship- • PictureExchangeCommunication based Treatment System• Exercise • ReductivePackage• ExposurePackage • Scripting• Imitation-basedInteraction • SignInstruction• InitiationTraining • SocialCommunicationIntervention• LanguageTraining(Production) • SocialSkillsPackage• LanguageTraining(Production • StructuredTeaching andUnderstanding) • Technology-basedTreatment• Massage/TouchTherapy • TheoryofMindTraining

UneSTAblISHeD: There is little or no evidence available to draw any conclusions about the efficacy of the treatment.

• AcademicInterventions • Gluten-andCasein-FreeDiet• AuditoryIntegrationTraining • SensoryIntegrativePackage• FacilitatedCommunication

*Brief description of interventions listed can be found in the glossary


Autism Coalition of nevada(775) 329-2268www.aconv.org1790VassarStreet,Reno,NV89502Ensureservicesareavailableandkeeppublicinformed of progress. Unite all affected by Autism,advocacyorganizations,politicalaffiliates/Legislators,andserviceprovidersacross the country.

Julie f. beasley, Ph.D., Child neuropsychologist(702) 386-2780http://drjuliebeasley.com7341 Charleston Blvd, Suite 170LasVegas,NV89117Provides assessment and treatment to infants, children, and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders, genetic disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and other behavior disorders.

Carpe Diem(702) 485-67054525W.SpringMountainRd,Suite110,LasVegas,NV89102Provide ABA services for individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors.Extensiveexperienceswithchildren with autism as well as language based programs.

feAT of Southern nevada (families for effective Autism Treatment)702-368-3328www.featsonv.org717S.3rdStreet,LasVegas,NV89101To provide information on treatment resources. We provide support, encouragement, and guidance and networking opportunities.

Marianne lanuti, esq. 702-270-2346www.nvkidslaw.com194InverarayCourt,Henderson,NV89074RepresentsclientspursuanttoIDEIA(SpecialEducation)

nevada Disability Advocacy & law Center 702-257-8150www.ndalc.org6039EldoraAve,SuiteC,LasVegas,NV89146NDALCprovidesservicesstatewidetopromote and advocate for the human and legal rights, interests and welfare of Nevadans with disabilities.

opportunity Village 702-259-3700www.opportunityvillage.org6300 W. Oakey Blvd, 89146Vocational training, employment, and social recreation for people with intellectual disabilities.

Partners for Autonomy in life Skills (PAlS)/Jessica Campbell, M.S. bCbA702-260-2360www.palslv.com3920W.CharlestonBlvd,SuiteL,LasVegas,NV 89102Provide 1:1 ABA intervention, social skills programs,parenttraining,school/IEPconsultation, and typical sibling support groups.

Rebuilding All Goals efficiently, Inc. 702-333-1038www.bteamrage.org2901ElCaminoAve,Suite102,LasVegas,NV 89102Agent and disability resource center offering services for individuals with disabilities and seniors to maintain or increase their level of independent living.

Advocacy/legal


Adult Services

Carpe Diem702-485-67054525W.SpringMountainRd,Suite110,LasVegas, NV 89102Provide ABA services for individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors.Extensiveexperienceswithchildren with autism as well as language based programs.

Dr. Mary C. Carroll702-369-0225Website: www.visionsofhealth.org3085E.FlamingoRoad,SuiteC,LasVegas,NV 89121Developmental vision assessment and treatment for adults and children including individualizedvisiontherapyandspecializedlenses.

Desert Regional Center702-486-6200Website:http://mhds.nv.govAddress:1391S.JonesBlvd,LasVegas,NV89146-1200Our mission is supporting individuals in achieving a life of meaning, equality, dignity, opportunity and inclusion in the community.

Henderson Speech, Hearing & language Center702-733-8255Website: www.hendersonspeech.comAddress:8540S.EasternAve,Suite180LasVegas,NV89123Mission/Servicesprovided:Wearecommitted to helping each individual client reach their maximum potential through a full range of high-quality services; speech, occupational therapy, and reading.

Mojave las Vegas Adult Clinic702-968-5000Website: www.mojave.org4000E.CharlestonBlvd,Suite130,LasVegas, NV 89104Serves adults having psychiatric disabilities, includingthosediagnosedwithASDand/or intellectual disabilities, and having serious emotionaldisturbances.Individualsmusthave fee or services Medicaid.

Mojave las Vegas Youth Clinic702-253-0818Website: www.mojave.org6375W.CharlestonBlvd,SuiteA-100,LasVegas, NV 89146Serves youth ages six and older having psychiatric disabilities, including those diagnosedwithASDand/orintellectualdisabilities, and having serious emotional disturbances.Individualsmusthavefeeorservices Medicaid.

opportunity Village 702-259-3707Website: www.opportunityvillage.org6300 W. Oakey Blvd, 89146Vocational training, employment, and social recreation for people with intellectual disabilities.

Partners for Autonomy in life Skills (PAlS)/Jessica Campbell, M.S. bCbA702-260-2360Website: www.palslv.comAddress:3920W.CharlestonBlvd,SuiteL,LasVegas,NV89102Mission/Servicesprovided:Provide1:1ABAintervention, social skills programs, parent training,school/IEPconsultation,andtypicalsibling support groups.


behavior Therapy

Dodge Slagle, Do702-454-0201Address: 1090 Wigwam Parkway, Henderson, NV 89074Psychiatric evaluation and treatment of mood and behavioral issues.

Tandem Therapy Services/ Chris Holcomb M.ed, CCC-SCP, bCbA 702-396-0101Website:http://tandemtherapyservices.comAddress:6887W.CharlestonBlvd,LasVegas, NV 89117Mission/Servicesprovided:Improvingthelives of children and their families.

Autism Care West, llC702-326-5996Website: www.autismcarewest.com9916CalabasasAve,LasVegas,NV89117Improvinglivesbyhelpingmaketodayandtomorrow better for you and your family through the provision of evidence-based behavior and language treatments for autism. Crescent Academy702-202-6919Email:[email protected]: www.CrescentAcademyNV.comAddress: 3105 Coleman Street, Suite B, NorthLasVegas,NV89032Abehavioralhealthagencyspecializinginserving individuals with ASD, ADD, ADHD and other behavioral disorders.

Julie f. beasley, Ph.D., Child Neuropsychologist(702) 386-2780Website:http://drjuliebeasley.comAddress:7341 Charleston Blvd, Suite 170, LasVegas,NV89117Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesassessment and treatment to infants, children, and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders, genetic disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and other behavior disorders.


C. Philip Colosimo, Ph.D.702-384-7433Address:Servicesprovided:501S.Rancho,SuiteC-14,LasVegas,NV89106Provides diagnostic, recommendations, and treatment for ASD, parental education, and educational resources.

Dr. Karen l. Cruey M.D.702-247-17032340PaseoDelPrado,SuiteD-207,LasVegas, NV 89102Mission/Servicesprovided:Psychiatricmedicine for children, adults and adolescents.

easter Seals of Southern nevada702-870-7050Website:http://sn.easterseals.comAddress:6200W.OakeyBlvd,LasVegas,NV 89146Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesservicesto help all people with disabilities or special needs and their families become self-sufficient through direct services, education and community partnerships.


encompass Intervention/Renee lasey--owner702-285-7013Website:http://encompassintervention.vpweb.comEmailAddress:encompassintervention@gmail.comToprovideindividualizedinterventiontochildren with developmental delays and to ensure proper parent education using a team based approach.


The lovaas Center for Autism702-877-2520Website: www.lovaascenter.org331NorthBuffalo,SuiteB,LasVegas,NV89145ConsultantsfromtheLOVAAScenterdesignand implement a home based treatment plan for children on the autism spectrum using techniques of applied behavior analysis.

nevada early Intervention Services702-486-9200 (referral line) 702-486-7670 (main line)Website:http://health.nv.gov/beis.htm1161SouthValleyViewBlvd.,LasVegas,NV89102Provide support and services to families with children who have been identified with developmental delays (birth-3 years old).

nevada Children’s Center702-736-8100Website:http://www.nccenter.orgAddress:5615S.PecosRd.LasVegas,NV89120Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesocialservices for children who have been abused, neglected, or have disabilities. Services include aqua therapy and group therapy.

Partners for Autonomy in life Skills (PAlS)/JessicaCampbell,M.S.BCBA702-260-2360Website: www.palslv.comAddress:3920W.CharlestonBlvd,SuiteL,LasVegas,NV89102Mission/Servicesprovided:Provide1:1ABAintervention, social skills programs, parent training,school/IEPconsultation,andtypicalsibling support groups.

Positive behavior Support of nevada702-219-6127Website: www.pbsnv.org 1664NorthVirginiaStreet,Suite285,Reno,NV 89557Mission/Servicesprovided:PBS-NVisastatewide program that trains and assists families, agencies and schools to support individualswithdisabilitiesand/orchallengingbehaviors.

Positively Kids early Intervention702-262-0037Website: www.positivelykids.org 3555W.RenoAve,SuiteF,LasVegas,NV89118Mission/Servicesprovided:Makingadifference in your child’s life! Services to children, birth-3, including speech, occupational and physical therapy, as well as access to nutritionist, pediatricians, and behavior specialists.


Positive Support for Children702-367-0306Website: shapingyoungchildren.comAddress:6701W.CharlestonBlvd,LasVegas,NV89146(InsideNewHorizonsAcademy)Weprovideallorpartialdayindividualizedprograms for young children including specific interventions to promote appropriate social, emotional and behavioral functioning.

Southwest Autism & behavioral Solutions702-270-3219Website: www.swbehavior.com2700E.SunsetRoad,Suite#3,LasVegas,NV 89120Mission/Servicesprovided:Wearededicated to promoting positive outcomes for individuals and their families through applied behavior analysis (ABA). We provide comprehensive consultative and direct intervention services.

Summit Autism Services866-610-2517Website: www.summitautism.com848N.RainbowBlvd,#2717,LasVegas,NV89107We are a behavioral consulting company dedicated to providing professional evidence-based behavior analytic services (ABA) to children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Touro University nevada: Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities 702.777.4808Website: www.tun.touro.edu 874 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89014Mission/Servicesprovided:Comprehensivemultidisciplinary center offering neuropsychological evaluations, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis, speech and language therapy, and group social skills training programs.

nicole Williams, Ph.D.702-508-9181Website:http://www.advancedpsychologicalcare.com8540S.EasternAve,Suite220,LasVegas,NV 89123Provides evidence-based psychological services, including diagnosis, testing, and therapeutic interventions for those with ASD and their families.

Tandem Therapy Services/ Chris Holcomb M.ed, CCC-SCP, bCbA702-396-0101Website:http://tandemtherapyservices.comAddress:6887W.CharlestonBlvd,LasVegas, NV 89117Mission/Servicesprovided:Improvingthelives of children and their families.

Dentistry

Jeff Kinner, DDS702-233-3338Website: autismdentist.com653N.TownCenterDrive,Suite104,LasVegas, NV 89144Treating pediatric dental patients with autism, using a modified ABA therapy technique.


EVERYONE DESERVES THE OPPORTUNITY TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL!

Grant a Gift Autism Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)(3) charity helping children 0-18 on the Autism Spectrum and their families fight Autism through

the Diagnostic, Support Service, and Community Outreach Connection.

Please contact us at or for more information visit

Community Care Service ProgramBUDS Social/Life Skills & Peer Development Program (6-12 yrs)TeenWorks Vocational Internship Work Program (13-18 yrs)Sibling Support Group

Autism Family Community Inclusion OutingsParent and Community Awareness TrainingsAnnual Autism 5k Race for Hope and Family Resource Fair to Support Local Families and Celebrate Autism Awareness Month Every April


Julie f. beasley, Ph.D., Child neuropsychologist(702) 386-2780Website:http://drjuliebeasley.comAddress:7341 Charleston Blvd, Suite 170, LasVegas,NV89117Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesassessment and treatment to infants, children, and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders, genetic disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and other behavior disorders.

Clark County School District Child find702-799-7463Website:http://sssd.ccsd.net/childfind.htmlAddress:3626PecodMcLeod,LasVegas,NV 89121Assess children 3-21 that are not currently enrolled in the school district. Must be suspicion of delay or disability and parents must give written consent.

C. Philip Colosimo, Ph.D.702-384-7433Address:Servicesprovided:501S.Rancho,SuiteC-14,LasVegas,NV89106 Provides diagnostic, recommendations, and treatment for ASD, parental education, and educational resources.

lewis M. etcoff, PhD and Associates 702-876-1977Website: www.dretcoff.com8475S.EasternAve,Suite205,LasVegas,NV 89123Provides a wide range of psychological assessment services for children thru adults, specializinginADHD,LearningDisorders,SpeechLanguageDisorders,PDD,andanxiety and mood disorders.


Dr. Johanna fricke702-992-68333006S.MarylandParkwaySuite315LasVegas, NV 89109Diagnostic services for children with Autism, ADHD, mental retardation and developmental delays.

Dr. J. A. McCosh, PhD702-256-8900Website:http://drmccosh.com223N.PecosRd.Suite110,Henderson,NV89074Psychological assessment and treatment for children with developmental delays, autism, and other psychological disorders.


Diagnostic



Dodge Slagle, Do702-454-0201Address: 1090 Wigwam Parkway, Henderson, NV 89074Psychiatric evaluation and treatment of mood and behavioral issues.


The Therapy Place – Janice Aranas, M.S., CCC-SlP702-877-0808Website:www.TheTherapyPlaceLV.com2820W.CharlestonBlvd,SuiteD38,LasVegas, NV 89102The Therapy Place strives to provide thehighestqualitySpeech&LanguageTherapy services to adults and children. Comprehensivediagnostic&therapeuticservices are available.

Touro University nevada: Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities702.777.4808Website: www.tun.touro.edu874 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89014Mission/Servicesprovided:Comprehensivemultidisciplinary center offering neuropsychological evaluations, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis, speech and language therapy, and group social skills training programs.

University of nevada of Medicine, Division of Audiology702-992-68285380S.RainbowBlvd.,Suite324,LasVegas, NV 89118Mission/Servicesprovided:Providediagnostic hearing evaluation services to both children and adults with certified audiologists.

nicole Williams, Ph.D.702-508-9181Website:http://www.advancedpsychologicalcare.com8540S.EasternAve,Suite220,LasVegas,NV 89123Provides evidence-based psychological services, including diagnosis, testing, and therapeutic interventions for those with ASD and their families.


educational Resources for Children

The Achievement Academy702-260-1814Website: www.achievementacademy-nv.com/index_files/Page2.htm95S.ArroyoGrandeBlvd,Henderson,NV89012School for children with learning differences and social skills challenges, specifically Asperger’ssyndrome,andHFA.

Autism Coalition of nevada775-329-2268Website: www.aconv.org1790VassarStreet,Reno,NV89502Ensureservicesareavailable,keeppublicinformed of progress. Unite all affected by Autism,advocacyorganizations,politicalaffiliates/Legislators,andserviceprovidersacross the country.

Camp Make believe Kids702-256-2006Website: www.campmakebelievekids.comAddress:6284S.RainbowBlvd,Suite110,LasVegas,NV89118Services provided: After School ProgramMission/Servicesprovided:CampMakeBelieve Kids after school program provides social and emotional learning for children with high functioning autism ages 5-12. Also provides licensing opportunities for professionals.

Grant a Gift Autism foundation702-564-2453Website: www.grantagiftautismfoundation.orgAutism Center of Southern Nevada, 72 N. Pecos, Unit C, Henderson, NV 89074GrantaGiftAutismFoundationisanon-profit501(c)(3) charity helping children 0-18 on the Autism Spectrum and their families fight Autism through Diagnostic, Support Service, and Community Outreach Connection.

Julie f. beasley, Ph.D., Child neuropsychologist(702) 386-2780Website:http://drjuliebeasley.comAddress:7341 Charleston Blvd, Suite 170, LasVegas,NV89117Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesassessment and treatment to infants, children, and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders, genetic disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and other behavior disorders.

Carpe Diem702-485-67054525W.SpringMountainRd,Suite110, LasVegas,NV89102Provide ABA services for individuals with developmental disabilities and challenging behaviors.Extensiveexperienceswithchildren with autism as well as language based programs.

Couture Speech, llC702-277-0847Website:http://couturespeech.net1489W.WarmSpringsRd,Suite110,Henderson, NV 89014Service all pediatric speech disorders for children with a special emphasis in Autism, autism related disorders, and offering of primary and intermediate social groups.

Head Start: Clark County School District702-387-0179Website: www.acelero.netPreschool program for children 3-5 years, home based services that help prepare children for school, as well as extended day services.



las Vegas Speech and language Center702-736-44532780S.JonesBlvd,Suite110,LasVegas,NV 89146Mission/Servicesprovided:Meetingtheneeds of speech and language disorders and educational issues for pre-school children thru young adults.

lindamood-bell learning Processes702-228-6942Website: www.lindamoodbell.com10655ParkRunDrive,Suite180,LasVegas,NV 89144Services provided: Sensory-cognitive instructionProvides one-on-one and small group instruction in programs that develop the sensory-cognitive processes underlying reading, spelling, math, language comprehension, attention, memory and critical thinking.


new Horizons Academy 702-876-1181Website: www.nhalv.org6701W.CharlestonBlvd,LasVegas,NV89146Providesanindividualizedlearningprogramin a small group setting, which enables students to achieve social, emotional and academic success in a safe, nurturing environment.


Touro University nevada: Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities702.777.4808Website: www.tun.touro.edu874 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89014Mission/Servicesprovided:Comprehensivemultidisciplinary center offering neuropsychological evaluations, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis, speech and language therapy, and group social skills training programs.

Wassell Academy702-876-7970Website: www.wassellacademy.comAddress:5000EdnaAve,LasVegas,NV89146Private school for children pre-school-8th gradewhichfocusesonanindividualizedcurriculum for each student.


Dream Therapies702-227-4477Website: www.dreamtherapies.comAddress:366EastMesaVerdeLane,LasVegas, NV 89123Pediatric Occupational and Physical Therapy, IncludingHippotherapyandAquaticTherapy(in the summer)


My left foot Children’s Therapy702-360-1137Website: www.mlfchildrenstherapy.com3030S.JonesBlvd,Suite105,LasVegas,NV 89146It’sourmissiontoprovidechildrenwiththehighest quality of therapy provided by the most knowledgeable pediatric therapists in a fun and nurturing environment.


Play and learn Pediatric occupational Therapy702-250-7872Website: www.playandlearnot.com3900W.CharlestonBlvd,Suite130,LasVegas, NV 89102PlayandLearnPediatricOccupationalTherapy is dedicated to providing quality occupational therapy in a safe, clean, fun, yet challenging environment.

Positively Kids early Intervention702-262-0037Website: www.positivelykids.org 3555W.RenoAve,SuiteF,LasVegas,NV89118Mission/Servicesprovided:Makingadifference in your child’s life! Services to children, birth-3, including speech, occupational and physical therapy, as well as access to nutritionist, pediatricians, and behavior specialists. Touro University nevada: Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities702.777.4808Website: www.tun.touro.edu874 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89014Mission/Servicesprovided:Comprehensivemultidisciplinary center offering neuropsychological evaluations, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis, speech and language therapy, and group social skills training programs.

occupational/Physical Therapy


WHAT IS FEAT?Families for Effective Autism Treatment, Inc. (FEAT) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization of parents and professionals, designed to help families with children who have received the diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD), or Asperger’s Syndrome. We offer a support network and discuss issues surrounding autism and treatment options. Listed below are some of FEAT’s support activities, programs and services, offered in both English and Spanish:

Parent support meetings Phone hotline Newsletters, Posts, Facebook, Twitter & Blogs Website with up-to-date community resources Advocacy help & financial support Tutor and parent trainings Resource library and lending library Family friendly events:

Pump It Up - family nights Tween Scene Program Picnics, pool parties, holiday parties & more!

O U R P A R E N T H O T L I N E

ENGLISH: 702.368.3328

SPANISH: 702.403.6263

www.featsonv.org 717 S. 3rd Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101


Mary A. Grant, o.D.702-836-3600Address:2755E.DesertInnRd.Suite270,LasVegas,NV89121Our practice is dedicated to children and patients of all ages with special needs including autism, Asperger’s ADHD, Down Syndrome, CP.

optometry/ophthalmmology

Parent education

Anita flores702-569-85283640AsburyHillAve.,LasVegas,NV89110-3044Iamasocialworkerandworkwithfamilies,provideeducationandpreventionservices.Iam a child abuse investigator and often work with parents of children with special needs.

Autism Coalition of nevada775-329-2268Website: www.aconv.org1790VassarStreet,Reno,NV89502Ensureservicesareavailable,keeppublicinformed of progress. Unite all affected by Autism,advocacyorganizations,politicalaffiliates/Legislators,andserviceprovidersacross the country.

Autism Speaks1-801-834-3171 E-mail:[email protected]: www.autismspeaks.orgConnect family to resources, provide tools kits, educational awareness information.

Julie f. beasley, Ph.D., Child Neuropsychologist(702) 386-2780Website:http://drjuliebeasley.comAddress:7341 Charleston Blvd, Suite 170, LasVegas,NV89117

Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesassessment and treatment to infants, children, and adolescents with neurodevelopmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders, genetic disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and other behavior disorders.


C. Philip Colosimo, Ph.D.702-384-7433Address:Servicesprovided:501S.Rancho,SuiteC-14,LasVegas,NV89106Provides diagnostic, recommendations, and treatment for ASD, parental education, and educational resources.

easter Seals of Southern nevada702-870-7050Website:http://sn.easterseals.comAddress:6200W.OakeyBlvd,LasVegas,NV 89146Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesservices


to help all people with disabilities or special needs and their families become self-sufficient through direct services, education and community partnerships.

encompass Intervention/Renee lasey --owner702-285-7013Website:http://encompassintervention.vpweb.comEmailAddress:encompassintervention@gmail.comToprovideindividualizedinterventiontochildren with developmental delays and to ensure proper parent education using a team based approach.

family to family Connections las Vegas702-870-9583Website: www.newbabycenter.com 6114W.CharlestonBlvd,LasVegas,NV89146-1127Mission/Servicesprovided:Offersclasses,most of which are free, to parents of children up to 4yrs on topics such as parenting, communication, early childhood development, baby and toddler safety, nutrition and play groups.

feAT of Southern nevada (families for effective Autism Treatment)702-368-3328Website: www.featsonv.orgAddress:717S.3rdStreet,LasVegas,NV89101To provide information on treatment resources. We provide support, encouragement, and guidance and networking opportunities.

Grant a Gift Autism foundation702-564-2453Website: www.grantagiftautismfoundation.orgAutism Center of Southern Nevada, 72 N. Pecos, Unit C, Henderson, NV 89074GrantaGiftAutismFoundationisanon-profit501(c)(3) charity helping children 0-18 on

the Autism Spectrum and their families fight Autism through Diagnostic, Support Service, and Community Outreach Connection.



nevada PeP 702-388-8899Website: www.nvpep.org2101S.JonesBlvd,Suite120,LasVegas,NV 89146Increaseopportunitiesforhome,community,and school success for children with disabilities including serious emotional disturbances. Nevada state-wide parent training and information center.

Partners for Autonomy in life Skills (PAlS)/Jessica Campbell, M.S. bCbA702-260-2360Website: www.palslv.comAddress:3920W.CharlestonBlvd,SuiteL,LasVegas,NV89102Mission/Servicesprovided:Provide1:1ABAintervention, social skills programs, parent training,school/IEPconsultation,andtypicalsibling support groups.


Positive behavior Support of nevada702-219-6127Website: www.pbsnv.org 1664NorthVirginiaStreet,Suite285,Reno,NV 89557Mission/Servicesprovided:PBS-NVisastatewide program that trains and assists families, agencies and schools to support individualswithdisabilitiesand/orchallengingbehaviors.


Southwest Autism & behavioral Solutions702-270-3219Website: www.swbehavior.com2700E.SunsetRoad,Suite#3,LasVegas,NV 89120Mission/Servicesprovided:Wearededicated to promoting positive outcomes for individuals and their families through applied behavior analysis (ABA). We provide comprehensive consultative and direct intervention services.

Summit Autism Services866-610-2517Website: www.summitautism.com848N.RainbowBlvd,#2717,LasVegas,NV89107We are a behavioral consulting company dedicated to providing professional evidence-based behavior analytic services (ABA) to children with autism and other developmental disabilities.

Talk About Curing Autism (TACA) las Vegas ChapterContactWebsite:http://www.tacanow.org/local-chapters/west/nevada/#anchorcontactWebsite:http://www.tacanow.org/local-chapters/west/nevada/Our mission is to speed up the cycle time between diagnosis and finding effective treatment so that every child can reach their best outcome.


UnlV Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders702-895-5836Website:www.asdcenter.org/4505S.MarylandParkway,Box453014,LasVegas, NV 89154-3014TheUNLVCASDconductscommunity-focused research and educational training on individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), their families, and community service providers in Southern Nevada.


Alternative Medical Care of Arizona (Dr. Radoff, las Vegas office)702-755-64754760S.PecosRd,LasVegas,NV89121Pediatric services for autistic children, including alternative medicine. Dr. Dennis Moore 702-455-3692701N.PecosRd,BldgM,LasVegas,NV89101-2400Provides pediatric care in addition to aiding in the diagnostic, management, and treatment of children on the autism spectrum.

Sunshine Valley Pediatrics702-363-3000Website: www.lasvegaspediatricdoctors.com653TownCenter,Suite106,LasVegas,NV89144Sunshine Valley Pediatrics considers it a great honor to care for your children from birththroughage21.Establishedin1995,our practice cares for thousands of families in theLasVegasarea.

Pediatricians

Psychiatric



City of las Vegas Adaptive Recreation Division702-229-4900Website:http://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/information/5168.htm250N.EasternAve,LasVegas,NV89101Mission/Servicesprovided:TheAdaptiveRecreationDivisionoffersavarietyofrecreation programs for persons of varying abilities.

family Karate Tae Kwon Do702-791-5425Website: www.familykaratelasvegas.com3375S.DecaturBlvd,Suite1,LasVegas,NV 89102Familygoalsandachievementstogether!TaeKwon Do for children ages 3-6, and 7-adult.

Recreation/Recreational Therapy



opportunity Village 702-259-3707Website: www.opportunityvillage.org6300 W. Oakey Blvd, 89146Vocational training, employment, and social recreation for people with intellectual disabilities.

Desert Regional Center702-486-6200Website:http://mhds.nv.govAddress:1391S.JonesBlvd,LasVegas,NV89146-1200Our mission is supporting individuals in achieving a life of meaning, equality, dignity, opportunity and inclusion in the community.

new Vista: empowering the Disabled Community 702-278-4810Website: www.newvistacommunity.orgP.O.Box80025,LasVegas,NV89180Destination Discovery provides a fun respite program for those with intellectual disabilities. We provide day trips, weekend trips, and week long getaways.

Give me a break, Inc. (GAb, Inc.)702-898-2216Website: www.givemeabreakinc.comA non-profit corporation whose purpose it is to provide leadership and vision in developing and implementing programs, which support, strengthen, and nurture families in Nevada.

Peoples Autism foundation702-478-2899Website: www.peoplesautism.orgAddress: 9510 W. Sahara Ave, Suite 200, LasVegas,NV89117Provide respite services and testing for children at risk ages 0-3.

Couture Speech, llC702-277-0847Website:http://couturespeech.net1489W.WarmSpringsRd,Suite110,Henderson, NV 89014Service all pediatric speech disorders for children with a special emphasis in Autism, autism related disorders, and offering of primary and intermediate social groups.

Good Speech, Inc., Kathie Harrington, M.A., CCC-SlP702-435-8748Website: www.kathiesworld.comAddress:3230E.Flamingo#8,PMB105,LasVegas,89121Kathie Harrington is a speech pathologist, author, presenter, and mother of a grown sonwithautism.Herprivatepractice,GoodSpeech, provides services in home and private school environments.

Respite

Speech and language Therapy


Peoples Autism Foundation is a Las Vegas based agency dedicated to developing services for Nevada’s children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and other developmental disabilities.BE A SPONSOR Help us build brighter futures for our children with special needs! Make a clothing donation at our Donation Stations located all across the valley!

www.PeoplesAutism.org9510 W Sahara Ave, Suite #200, Las Vegas, NV 89117 P 702.478.2899 F 702.478.2898

Non-Profit 501(c)3 Licensed by the State of Nevada

Pediatric Respite Program



Scottish Rite Childhood language Disorders Clinic 702-382-7199Address: Masonic Memorial Temple, 2200 W. Mesquite,LasVegas,NV89106-3723We evaluate and treat children with speech disorders.

las Vegas Speech and language Center702-736-44532780S.JonesBlvd,Suite110,LasVegas,NV 89146Meeting the needs of speech and language disorders and educational issues for pre-school children thru young adults.

My left foot Children’s Therapy702-360-1137Website: www.mlfchildrenstherapy.com3030S.JonesBlvd,Suite105,LasVegas,NV 89146It’sourmissiontoprovidechildrenwiththehighest quality of therapy provided by the most knowledgeable pediatric therapists in a fun and nurturing environment.



Speech Therapy Associates702-598-1622Website: www.speechtherapyassociateslv.com501S.RanchoDr,SuiteI-60,LasVegas,NV89106Speech therapy for infants to adults who have a variety of diagnosis including autism.


The Therapy Place – Janice Aranas, M.S., CC-SlP702-877-0808Website: www.thetherapyplacelv.com2820W.CharlestonBlvd,SuiteD38,LasVegas, NV 89102The Therapy Place strives to provide thehighestqualitySpeech&LanguageTherapy services to adults and children. Comprehensivediagnostic&therapeuticservices are available.


Touro University nevada: Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities702.777.4808Website: www.tun.touro.edu 874 American Pacific Dr., Henderson, NV 89014

Mission/Servicesprovided:Comprehensivemultidisciplinary center offering neuropsychological evaluations, occupational therapy, applied behavior analysis, speech and language therapy, and group social skills training programs.

Asperger’s Syndrome/High functioning Autism Support GroupContactemail:BarbieLauver:[email protected]: www.aspergerhfagrp.comProvides support and information to parents ofchildrenwithHFAorAsperger’ssyndrome.



Goodfriends702-858-0290 or 702-338-4222Website:http://autism.meetup.com/343Funsupportandfriendshipforhighfunctioning young adults ages 18-32 who have learning differences such as Asperger’s, HighFunctioningAutism,ADHDoralearningdisability.

Grant a Gift Autism foundation702-564-2453Website: www.grantagiftautismfoundation.orgAutism Center of Southern Nevada, 72 N. Pecos, Unit C, Henderson, NV 89074GrantaGiftAutismFoundationisanon-profit501(c)(3) charity helping children 0-18 on the Autism Spectrum and their families fight Autism through Diagnostic, Support Service, and Community Outreach Connection.


Rebuilding all Goals efficiently, Inc. 702-333-1038Website: www.bteamrage.org2901ElCaminoAve,Suite102,LasVegas,NV 89102Agent and disability resource center offering services for individuals with disabilities and seniors to maintain or increase their level of independent living.

Support Groups


Julie f. beasley, Ph.D., Child neuropsychologist (702) 386-2780Website:http://drjuliebeasley.comAddress:7341 Charleston Blvd, Suite 170, LasVegas,NV89117Mission/Servicesprovided:Providesassessment and treatment to infants, children, and adolescents with neuro-developmental disorders including autism spectrum disorders, genetic disorders, learning disorders, ADHD, and other behavior disorders.

Dr. Mary C. Carroll702-369-0225Website: www.visionsofhealth.com3085E.FlamingoRoad,SuiteC,LasVegas,NV 89121Services Provided: Vision therapy, developmental vision assessmentDevelopmental vision assessment and treatment for adults and children including individualizedvisiontherapyandspecializedlenses.

Music 4 life/ Judith Pinkerton, MT-bC/l702-889-2881Website:www.Music4Life.usAddress:6029W.CharlestonBlvd,LasVegas, NV 89146Mission/Servicesprovided:Usesclinicalandevidence-based use of music interventions toaccomplishindividualizedgoalswithinatherapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional.

encompass Intervention/Renee lasey --owner702-285-7013Website:http://encompassintervention.vpweb.comEmailAddress:encompassintervention@gmail.comToprovideindividualizedinterventiontochildren with developmental delays and to

ensure proper parent education using a team based approach.




Paradise Ranch702-515-7117Website: www.paradiseranchlv.com4920W.CheyenneAve,Suite100,LasVegas, NV 89130ParadiseRanchisdedicatedtoteachinghorseback lesson and providing essential therapeuticbenefittochildren&adultswithvarying disabilities.

Additional Therapeutic Services


Spirit Therapies702-219-1728(LaurieWillmott)Website: www.spirittherapies.org9140LaMadreWay,LasVegas,NV89149SpiritteachridingandalsoEPLtherapyonhorseback, movement, also horsemanship and behavior of the horses and clients. We help with ABA teachings on the horse.

readers can download

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hope for the futureproven by the past

Lovaas ABA is a research-backed autism program that has

been perfected over time, ever since Dr. Ivar Lovaas began

his work more than 50 years ago. His son, Erik Lovaas, con-

tinues that work here at the Lovaas Center. Not only is the

effectiveness of our program proven by research, but also by

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Glossary

Academic Interventions* - the use of traditional teaching methods to improve academic performance.

Adapted Physical education (APe) – a program that provides instruction to meet individual student needs in the development of motor skills, physical fitness, and self-image.

Advocate – an individual who works for the rights and needed services of an individual with a disability (e.g. parent, guardian, or a professional).

Antecedent Package* - Modification of situational events that typically precede the occurrence of a target behavior.

Assessment – an accurate and thorough understanding of a child’s strengths and weaknesses. The results of the assessmentareintegratedintotheIFSPandIEP.

Assessment Team – a team that gathers informationfordecision-making.Inaddition to parents, this team can include a Psychologist, Speech Therapist, AdaptedPhysicalEducationSpecialist,Nurse, Teacher and Administrator.

Auditory Integration Training* - the presentation of modulated sounds through headphones in an attempt to retrain an individual’s auditory system.

Augmentative & Alternative Communication Device* - use of a high or low tech device to assist with communication.

behavioral Package*-Interventionsdesigned to reduce problem behavior and teach functional alternative behaviors or skills through the application of basic principles of behavior change.

Case Manager – the primary person responsible for coordinating a child’s services; works in partnership with the family and providers of special programs.

Child find - A federal program that requires states to actively identify children, birth to age 21, with developmental disabilities or who are at risk for developmental disabilities, focusing on individuals not enrolled in school programs.

Cognitive/Cognition – term that describes the mental process people use for remembering, reasoning, understanding, and using judgment.

Cognitive behavioral Intervention Package* - focuses on modifying negative or unrealistic thought patterns and behaviors in an effort to positively influenceemotionsand/orleveloffunctioning.

Comprehensive behavioral Treatment for Young Children* - a combination of applied behavior analytic procedures that are delivered to young children.

Curriculum – a master teaching plan in which the specific features reflect the skills, tasks, and behaviors that a school or program has decided are important for children to acquire.

Developmental Relationship-based Treatment* - a combination of procedures based on developmental theoryandemphasizetheimportanceof building social relationships (e.g. the DenverModel,RelationshipDevelopmentIntervention,ResponsiveTeaching).

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, 4th edition (DSM-IV) - American Psychological Association’s classification and description of all mental health disorders for children and adults.


Discrete Trial Training – specific training procedures based on principles of applied behavior analysis that simplify learning into small segments that a child can more easily master.

Due Process – a legal statement that certain principles and practices exist and must be respected in order to ensure that each child is treated in a manner thatguaranteeshis/herrightstoequaleducation opportunities.

early Intervention – program or services designed to identify and treat a developmental problem as early as possible, usually before the age of 3.

echolalia - the immediate or delayed involuntary repetition of words or phrases spoken by others.

evaluation – a way of collecting information about a student’s learning needs, strengths, and interests. An evaluation is part of the process of determining whether a student qualifies for special education programs and services.

exercise Intervention* - involves increasing physical exertion as a means of reducing problem behaviors and increasing appropriate behaviors.

exposure Package* - increasingly exposing an individual with ASD to anxiety-provoking situations and preventing the use of maladaptive strategies.

expressive language – what is said or written to communicate an idea or a question.

facilitated Communication* - involves havingafacilitatorsupportthearm/handof an individual with limited communication skills as they use a communication board or typing device.

family education Rights and Privacy Act (feRPA)-Federallawthatprotectstheprivacy and transfer of student education records.

fine Motor – in physical development, the use of the small muscles of the body, especially the hands and fingers.

functional behavior Assessment (fbA) - process for collecting data on the child’s behaviors and the environment in order to determine the possible causes of the problem behavior and to identify specific strategies to address those behaviors.

Gluten- and Casein-free Diet* - the elimination of one’s intake of naturally occurring proteins gluten and casein.

Gross Motor – in physical development, the use of the large muscles of the body for activities such as running, climbing, throwing and jumping.

Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA)-Federalregulation outlining the confidentiality and protection of medical records.

Home Visit – the visit of an intervention staff member to a child’s home to talk with the parents about their child’s school progress,IEP,demonstrateactivitiesandshare ideas and materials.

Imitation-based Interaction* - relies on adults imitating the actions of the individual with ASD.

Inclusion – the placement of students with disabilities in classrooms with typically developing students of the same age.

Individualized education Program (IeP) –anIEPoutlinesyourchild’suniqueeducation plan by defining broad goals and specific objectives for the school year, the services needed to implement those goals and objectives, and a method of evaluatingyourchild’sprogress.TheIEPmust include a report of the child’s present academic and non-academic performance, a statement of annual goals which may be reasonably accomplished within the next 12 months, and the specific special educational instruction and related services required to achieve the goals by the child.


Individualized family Service Plan (IfSP) –anIFSPisawrittenplanforprovidingearly intervention services to eligible childrenandtheirfamilies.Itmustincludea statement of the infant or toddler’s present levels of physical development including hearing, vision and health status. TheIFSPmustincludeastatementofthe specific early intervention services necessary to meet the unique needs of the child and family to achieve identified goals.

Initiation Training* - directly teaching individuals with ASD to initiate interactions with their peers.

Intervention – design for changing an individual’s behavioral, educational, medical or health status or a change in the program itself.

Joint Attention Intervention* - involves building foundational skills involved in regulating the behavior of others (ex. pointingandeyegaze).

language – a structured system of symbols, spoken or written, used in interpersonal communication. There are four major components of language. (1) Phonology describes how to put sounds together to form words. (2) Syntax describes how to put words together to form sentences. (3) Semantics describes how to interpret the meaning of words and sentences. (4) Pragmatics describes how to participate in a conversation, how to sequence sentences, and how to anticipate the information needed by the listener.

language Training (Production)* - Interventionswiththeprimarygoalofspeech production.

language Training (Production and Understanding)*-Interventionswiththegoal increasing of speech production and understanding of communicative acts.

least Restrictive environment (lRe) – placement or program that can best meet the individual student’s needs and does so

with a minimal loss of contact with regular programs. The intent is to place the child with exceptional needs in a program as close to a regular school program as possible.

Massage/Touch Therapy* - Provision of deep tissue stimulation.

Modeling* - relies on an adult or peer providing a demonstration of the target behavior that should result in an imitation of the target behavior by the individual with ASD.

Multi-component Package* - uses a combination of multiple treatment procedures from different theoretical orientations.

Music Therapy* - interventions that seek to teach individual skills through music.

naturalistic Teaching Strategies* - using primarily child-directed interactions to teach functional skills in the natural environment.

occupational Therapy (oT) – a therapy or treatment provided by an occupational therapist that helps individual development or physical skills that will aid in daily living.Itfocusesonsensoryintegration,coordination of movement, and on fine motor and self-help skills, such as dressing and eating with utensils.

Peer-mediated Instructional Arrangement* - interventions that target academic skills by involving same-aged peers in the learning process (e.g. peer tutoring).

Peer Training Package* - involves teaching typically developing children strategies for helping peers on the autism spectrum develop play and social skills.

Perception–theprocessoforganizingor interpreting the information obtained through the five senses.

Perceptual Motor – term describing the interaction of the various channels or perception with motor activities.


Physical Therapy (PT) – services provided by trained physical therapists, in the general area of motor performance, to help the person improve the use of bones, muscles, joints and nerves.

Picture exchange Communication System*-utilizationofaspecificaugmentative and alternative communication system designed to teach functional communication.

Pivotal Response Training (PRT)–PRTteaches that there are specific ways of communicating with children that are pivotal in eliciting a response. This training offers a way to interact with the autistic child during the daily routine in a very structured, yet naturalistic and comfortable manner.

Pivotal Response Treatment* - focuses on targeting pivotal areas of behavior (i.e. social communication, self-management), parental involvement in delivery of intervention, and delivery in natural environment.

Placement – unique combination of facilities, personnel, location and equipment necessary to provide instructional services to an individual with exceptionalneedsasspecifiedintheIEP.

Public law 94-142–TheEducationforAll Handicapped Children Act of 1975, is a federal law that mandates and affirms the right of all children to a free and appropriate public education.

Public law 99-457–anamendmenttoP.L.94-142 passed in 1986, which requires states to provide a free and appropriate public education to all children ages 3-5. The amendment also provides funds for states to offer programs and services to infants and children (ages birth through 2 yrs.) with disabilities.

Receptive language – language that is spoken or written by others and received bytheindividual.Receptivelanguageskills are listening and reading.

Reductive Package* - interventions that rely on strategies designed to reduce problem behaviors with no effort to increase appropriate alternatives.

Resource Teacher – a specialist responsible for coordinating curriculum, consulting with teachers concerning all aspects of classroom management, and providing program information to site offices and staff. The resource teacher also maintains class rosters and arranges placement of students.

Schedules* - involves presenting a visual that indicates the activities of the day or individual steps of a multi-step task.

Scripting* - aninterventioninwhichaverbal/written script is developed that serves as a model for the individual with ASD.

Self-Management* - promotes independence by teaching individuals with ASD to regulate their behavior.

Sensory Integrative Package* - establishing an environment that stimulates or challenges the individual to effectively use all of their senses as a means of addressing overstimulation or understimulation from the environment.

Sign Instruction* - interventions that directly teach sign language as a means of communication.

Self-stimulatory behavior - repetitive, stereotyped, atypical behaviors (e.g. head banging, hand-flapping).

Sensorimotor Integration – term applied to the combination of the input of sensation and the output of motor activity.

Social Communication Intervention* - psychosocial intervention that involve targeting a combination of pragmatic communication skills and successfully reading social situations.

Social Skills Package* - interventions focusing on building interaction skills in children with ASD by targeting basic responses to complex social skills.


Social Stories™–personalized,shortstories developed and written by teachers, therapists or family members. Social storiesutilizethestrengthasavisuallearner that many persons with autism exhibit. The can be used for any situation or concern such as haircuts, sharing, going to the library or making the bed, and gives a handle to the person with autism with which to approach the complex area of social skills.

Special education – a set of educational programs or services designed to meet the needs of individuals whose special needs cannot be met in the regular classroom.

Speech/language Therapy – a planned program to improve and correct speech, language, or communication problems.

Story-based Intervention Package* - involves a written description of the situations that typically elicit problem behavior.

Structured Teaching* - based on the neuropsychological characteristics of individuals with autism, this intervention involves a combination of procedures that relyheavilyonthephysicalorganizationof a setting, predictable schedules, and individualizeduseofteachingmethods.

Technology-based Treatment* - interventions that require the presentation of instructional materials using computers or related technology.

Theory of Mind Training* - designed to teachindividualswithASDtorecognizeand identify mental states in oneself or in others and use that information to predict their actions.

*An asterisk notes the interventions that are listed in the levels of evidence table.


SPeCIAl eDUCATIon AlPHAbeT SoUPAcronyms & Abbreviations

AAC Augmentative and Alternative Communication

ABA Applied Behavior Analysis ABC Antecedent, Behavior, and

ConsequenceADA Americans with Disabilities ActADHD Attention Deficit Hyperactivity

DisorderADL ActivitiesofDailyLivingAPE AdaptedPhysicalEducationASD Autism Spectrum DisordersASL AmericanSignLanguageAT Assistive TechnologyBIP BehaviorInterventionPlanCD Conduct DisorderCEC CouncilforExceptionalChildrenDD Developmental DelayDD Developmental DisabilityDHH Deaf and Hard of Hearing DSM-IV DiagnosticandStatisticalManual

of Mental Disorders, 4th editionDTT Discrete Trial TrainingEBD EmotionalandBehavioral

DisordersEC EarlyChildhoodECSE EarlyChildhoodSpecialEducationEI EarlyInterventionELL EnglishLanguageLearnersESL EnglishasaSecondLanguageESY ExtendedSchoolYearFAPE FreeandAppropriatePublic

EducationFAS FetalAlcoholSyndromeFERPA FamilyEducationalRightsand

Privacy ActFBA FunctionalBehavioralAssessmentHFA HighFunctioningAutismHI HearingImpairedHIPAA HealthInsurancePortability

Accountability Act

IA InstructionalAideIDEA IndividualswithDisabilities

EducationActIEP IndividualizedEducationProgramIFSP IndividualizedFamilyServicePlanIQ IntelligenceQuotientITP IndividualizedTransitionPlanLEA LocalEducationAuthorityLD LearningDisabilityLRE LeastRestrictiveEnvironmentMDT Multidisciplinary TeamMR MentalRetardationNCLB NoChildLeftBehindNOS Not Otherwise SpecifiedO&M OrientationandmobilityOCD Obsessive Compulsive DisorderODD Oppositional Defiant DisorderOHI OtherHealthImpairedOI OrthopedicallyImpairedOT Occupational TherapyPBS Positive Behavior SupportPDD Pervasive Developmental DisorderPECS PictureExchangeCommunication

SystemPLEP PresentLevelsofEducational

PerformancePRT PivotalResponseTrainingPT Physical TherapyRTI ResponsetoInterventionSED SeriousEmotionalDisturbanceSIB Self-InjuriousBehaviorSIP StudentInterventionPlanSIT StudentInterventionTeamSIT SensoryIntegrationTherapySLD SpecificLearningDisabilitySLP SpeechandLanguagePathologistSSB Self-Stimulatory BehaviorTA Teacher AssistantVR VocationalRehabilitation


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AUTISM AWARENESS Learn about the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorders, current diagnostic techniques, and intervention strategies.

BEHAVIOR BASICS Gain vital knowledge about the basics of behavior. The basic principles of behavior will help you understand why people with disabilities often rely on problem behaviors and how to get the behaviors you want.

VISUAL SUPPORTS Learn how to develop an activity schedule for your child or student, how to use routines and schedules to increase your child’s appropriate behavior, how to promote independence, and how to arrange the environment to help your child choose appropriate behaviors. You will also get a hands-on opportunity to make your own visual activity schedule.

CHOICE MAKING Learn how to use choice making in your daily routines to reduce challenging behavior. Improve your understanding of behavior, using choices as an intervention, and teaching better choices.

FUNCTIONAL COMMUNICATION TRAINING Learn how Functional Communication Training can decrease your child’s challenging behavior, how to identify and teach communicative behaviors, and how to augment the environment to make appropriate communication more efficient and effective.

SCRIPTED STORIES FOR SOCIAL SITUATIONS Use simple stories as a tool to prepare children for a new situation, address challenging behavior, or support new skills. Scripted stories help children understand expectations in social situations, social cues, and rules of social interactions

ADDRESSING CHALLENGING BEHAVIOR Learn an innovative approach to intervention with problematic behavior. You will work to identify a problem behavior, understand why the behavior is occurring, and develop a plan for behavior change.

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