Autism resources in
Prince George's County.

Free CDC milestone checklists and a Milestone Tracker app help you follow your child's development from 2 months to 5 years, so you know what to watch for and when to act. A gentle first step when you're unsure whether to seek an evaluation.

This nationally respected Baltimore center provides interdisciplinary autism diagnostic evaluations for children and connects families to therapies and support after a diagnosis. Their team helps you understand your child's strengths and needs and plan next steps.

The state agency that determines eligibility for developmental disability services and coordinates ongoing supports for children and adults across Maryland. Getting a DDA eligibility determination early can open the door to services as your child grows.

Maryland's statewide early intervention program offers free, family-centered evaluations and services for babies and young children with developmental delays or disabilities. Anyone can make a referral, and there is no cost to your family.

Maryland's largest autism nonprofit maintains a free, searchable directory of thousands of providers, including diagnostic and evaluation services, organized by county and insurance. Their friendly Help Line can point you toward the right next step when you're just starting out.

This center gives comprehensive autism evaluations using the ADOS-2, the gold-standard diagnostic tool, and shares clear recommendations for home and school. They also offer follow-up therapy and parent training for children and teens on the spectrum.

Right here in Largo, this children's hospital clinic offers developmental evaluations led by a team that includes a developmental pediatrician, psychologist, and speech and occupational therapists. It's a local place to start when you want answers about your child's development close to home.

If you're worried about how your baby or toddler (birth to age 3) is growing, talking, or moving, this county program gives free developmental evaluations and in-home early intervention. There's no cost and no income requirement, and they'll assess your child within 45 days of your call.

Every state has a federally funded Parent Training & Information Center offering free help with IEPs, special-education rights, and early intervention. This hub's directory locates the center that serves your state.

A national nonprofit protecting the rights of students with disabilities. Use their member directory to find a special-education attorney or trained advocate near you when you need help with an IEP or a dispute with a school.

Every state has a federally mandated Protection & Advocacy agency that offers free legal help when a school isn't following your child's IEP or evaluating them as required. This directory connects you to the office serving your area.

Disability Rights Maryland is the state's protection and advocacy nonprofit, with attorneys and advocates who help families navigate special education disputes, discipline issues, and restraint or seclusion concerns. Their free handbooks and Know-Your-Rights guides walk you through the IEP process step by step.

Parents' Place of Maryland is the state's federally designated Parent Training and Information Center, with trained parent educators who help you understand IEPs, your rights, and how to advocate for your child from birth through age 26. You can request a one-on-one consultation, attend free workshops, or just call with a question.

Pathfinders for Autism is Maryland's largest autism organization, and their free Help Line connects you with autism-specific guidance on school issues, IEP development, and the special education process. Their education resource pages point you to the right state programs and explain each step in plain language.

This is the Prince George's County Public Schools hub for families of students with disabilities, with plain-language guides to the IEP and 504 process and where to get help. If you have questions about your child's services, this is your district starting point.

When you and your child's school disagree about services, this county page walks you through your options, including state complaints, mediation, and due process. It connects you directly to the PGCPS compliance staff who help parents resolve IEP concerns.

A volunteer group of Prince George's County parents and caregivers who advise the school district and support other families through the special education system. They offer IEP and 504 guidance and hold monthly meetings where you can connect with parents who have been there.

You matter too. Psychology Today's therapist finder filters for 'caregiver stress' and 'autism family,' and Open Path Collective offers reduced-cost therapy sessions nationwide. You cannot support your child well without also supporting yourself.

A nationally recognized Baltimore hospital program offering autism evaluations, diagnosis, and therapy including occupational therapy, speech, and behavioral services. Their team also provides parent coaching and can guide you to the right next steps after a diagnosis.

The state Division of Rehabilitation Services offers autism-specific programs to build employment, college, and independent-living skills for teens and adults, including job readiness, campus support, and driver education. Staff can help you find the right program.

The largest pediatric autism program in the D.C. region has a location right here in Lanham, where a team of psychologists, developmental pediatricians, and speech therapists handle everything from evaluations to ongoing treatment. It's a trusted place to start if you're seeking a diagnosis or care.

Located on the College Park campus, this university clinic provides speech-language and hearing evaluations and therapy for children of any age, often at a lower cost than private practices. Services are open to anyone in the community who needs them.

ABLE accounts let people with disabilities (onset before age 26) save money tax-free without losing Medicaid or SSI eligibility. This center compares every state's ABLE program so you can pick the best one for your family.

As Maryland's federally designated protection and advocacy agency, this nonprofit offers free legal help on issues like special education, Social Security benefits, and access to services for people with disabilities. Advice and representation are provided at no cost to eligible Maryland residents.

Maryland ABLE lets you save and invest for your child's disability-related expenses without risking their SSI, Medicaid, or other benefits, and earnings grow tax-free. You can open an account with as little as $25.

Maryland's DDA runs the Community Pathways Medicaid waiver, which funds home- and community-based services like respite, day programs, and support staff so your child can live and grow at home instead of an institution. Call to learn how to apply and get on the path to services.

This state program gives family caregivers short-term breaks by arranging temporary care for children and adults with developmental or functional disabilities, whether you need planned relief or help during a crisis. You start by contacting your local Department of Social Services.

This Medicaid waiver helps children with an autism diagnosis get respite care, family support, intensive individual services, and therapy funded in your home and community instead of an institution. There is a waitlist, so call the registry hotline early to get your child's name on the list.

Maryland Legal Aid offers free civil legal help to lower-income families in Prince George's County, including public benefits, Medicaid, and related disability matters. Their Landover office takes walk-in and phone intake if you are fighting a benefits denial or need guidance on your rights.

SSI is a federal program that provides monthly cash payments to families of children with disabilities who have limited income and resources, to help with everyday needs like food, clothing, and shelter. You can start an application by calling Social Security to set up an appointment.

The nation's oldest grassroots autism organization. Their National Helpline connects families to information and referrals, and their affiliate finder points you to a local chapter in your area for in-person support and events.

The largest national community-based organization for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Local chapters offer advocacy, family support, and lifelong services. Use the chapter finder to locate the office nearest you.

Dial 2-1-1 (or visit 211.org) to reach a free, confidential referral line for local health and human services in almost every US community — including disability services, respite, food, housing, and financial assistance.

An all-volunteer nonprofit serving Maryland families, ASBC runs free monthly Zoom support groups including a Parent/Caregiver Discussion Group and welcoming groups for autistic adults. It's a warm place to meet other parents and share what you're going through.

Maryland's official Parent Training and Information Center, offering free one-on-one support, workshops, and support groups for families of children with disabilities from birth through age 26. Trained parent educators (many parents themselves) help you navigate special education and health services.

The county parks department runs therapeutic recreation right here at home, including adapted swim lessons, sports, and teen and adult social clubs where kids and adults with disabilities make friends and have fun. Call or email to ask which programs fit your child.

Based right in College Park, this university program offers social-skills groups like PEERS for teens plus a curated directory of Maryland support groups, clinics, and recreation. It is a warm, free front door to finding the right community near you. Reach them at autism@umd.edu.

A Maryland nonprofit that manages pooled special needs trusts, giving families an affordable way to set aside funds for a loved one with a disability while protecting their eligibility for government benefits. Their staff offer a personal touch and can walk you through getting started.

Maryland's vocational rehabilitation agency helps teens and adults with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep jobs through career counseling, job training, assistive technology, and supported employment. They partner with schools on transition planning as students move toward work and independence.

A plain-language legal library run by the Maryland Judiciary's Thurgood Marshall State Law Library that explains adult guardianship, supported decision-making, and less-restrictive alternatives. It's a trustworthy free starting point for understanding your options as your child approaches adulthood.

A Lanham-based nonprofit that has empowered Prince George's County adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities since 1963, offering employment services, day programs, community living, and support for transitioning youth. A steady local partner for planning life after high school.

A Lanham nonprofit and Maryland DDA coordinator that helps Prince George's County families navigate long-term planning, connect to adult providers, enroll in Medicaid waivers, and support young adults moving out of school. Their coordinators check in throughout the year to keep the plan on track.