Center for Autism and Related Disabilities - CARD
Organization URL(s)
ucfcard@mail.ucf.eduwww.ucf-card.org
Other Contact Information
University of Central Florida
12001 Science Drive
Suite 145
Orlando,
FL 32826
888-558-1908 (Voice - Toll-free)
407-737-2566 (Voice)
407-737-2571 (FAX)
Description
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) provides assistance with the goal of optimizing the potential of people with autism and related disabilities. Located at six university sites throughout Florida, CARD develops programs offering support and training for individuals, families, professionals, and peers throughout Florida. The Center provides services within the geographical region which includes Orange, Lake, Osceola, Sumter, Brevard, Volusia, and Seminole Counties. CARD offers support within the natural contexts of homes, residences, child care programs, schools, and communities. Services provided by CARD include (1) consultation to caregivers and professionals on how best to work with an individual with a disability; (2) training sessions on how to work effectively with individuals with autism and related disabilities; and (3) family referral to federal, state, and local service agencies. CARD serves both children and adults of all levels of intellectual functioning who have autism, pervasive developmental disorders, autistic-like disabilities, dual sensory impairments, or sensory impairments with other disabling conditions. CARD services are designed to build on the capacities of state and local resources. The Center is funded by the Florida Legislature through the Florida Department of Education and all services are provided free of charge.
Online Resources
- Choosing Professionals and Coordinating Services (Autism)
http://www.ucf-card.org/uploads/factsheets/1187632085_eng.pdf - Diagnosing and Evaluating Autism: Part 1
http://www.ucf-card.org/uploads/factsheets/1187632533_eng.pdf - What is Autism?
http://www.ucf-card.org/uploads/factsheets/1187631838_eng.pdf
Print Resources
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) publishes fact sheets on autism and Asperger Syndrome. CARD also maintains a library, which provides an annotated catalog of videos and books on autism and related disabilities.