Autism resources in
Guilford 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.

A university-based center at UNC offering multidisciplinary diagnostic evaluations and clinical care for children with autism and other developmental disabilities. A good place to turn when you want a whole team of specialists looking at your child's needs together.

Part of the Duke Center for Autism and Brain Development, this clinic provides thorough autism evaluation and diagnosis for children and teens, along with ongoing treatment and consultation. A strong option for families seeking a comprehensive medical assessment.

If your child is under 3 and you have concerns about how they're growing, learning, or communicating, this free statewide program can evaluate them and set up early intervention services right in your home. No family is ever turned away for inability to pay.

A long-trusted University of North Carolina program offering autism diagnostic evaluations for children and adults, plus parent coaching and family support, at centers across the state. Their clinicians are national leaders in understanding and supporting autistic people.

Cone Health's Greensboro-based team of developmental-behavioral pediatricians and psychologists evaluates children (from about 18 months up) for autism and related developmental concerns. In many cases you can schedule without a referral from your pediatrician.

Part of UNC's respected TEACCH Autism Program, this Greensboro center provides diagnostic evaluations for children and adults on the autism spectrum, plus therapy, education, and family consultation. They serve families across the Piedmont region.

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.

As the state's federally designated protection and advocacy organization, DRNC helps families understand and enforce special education rights, file complaints and appeals, and can represent students on systemic issues, all at no cost. It's a trusted place to turn when your child's needs aren't being met at school.

ECAC is North Carolina's federally funded Parent Training & Information Center, with parent educators who help you understand your child's special education rights, navigate the IEP process, and become their best advocate. All support for NC families is free.

Legal Aid of NC offers free civil legal help to eligible families, including support with special education and disability-related school needs. Their statewide helpline is a good first call if your child is facing suspension, denial of services, or other education problems.

This is the state agency that oversees special education across North Carolina's public schools, offering parent resources and guidance on your rights under IDEA. If you have questions about your district's obligations, this office and its parent liaison can point you in the right direction.

This is the local school district team that builds and oversees IEPs for students with autism and other disabilities right here in Guilford County. Their EC Parent Liaison is a real person you can call to help you understand the special education process and get your questions answered.

This is the state education agency that oversees special education and protects your parental rights under IDEA. They handle the formal ways to resolve disagreements with a school, including facilitated IEP meetings, mediation, and state complaints.

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 clear, family-friendly guide from North Carolina's federally mandated protection and advocacy agency explaining how to access ABA, TEACCH, speech, OT, PT, and Medicaid autism services. A helpful roadmap when you're figuring out what your child qualifies for and how to request it.

NC Medicaid covers research-based behavioral health treatment, including ABA therapy, for eligible individuals with autism, and it is a mandatory EPSDT benefit for children under 21. Families can call the Medicaid Contact Center to learn how to request services through their health plan.

A long-established North Carolina ABA provider with several centers around Greensboro, offering autism assessments plus center-based and in-home ABA therapy. They can help with diagnosis and then build an ongoing therapy plan for your child.

A pediatric therapy clinic in downtown Greensboro offering ABA for autism along with speech, occupational, and physical therapy all under one roof. They serve children from infancy through age 18 in the clinic, at home, and in the community.

Trillium is the public agency that manages Medicaid mental health, autism, and intellectual/developmental disability services for Guilford County, and their staff will help you find and connect with a provider near you. Call their Member and Recipient Services line and a real person can walk you through your options.

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro runs this on-campus clinic offering evaluation and treatment for speech, language, and hearing needs for children and adults. It has served Greensboro families since 1967 and provides care at reduced, community-friendly rates.

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 the state's federally designated protection and advocacy agency, DRNC provides free legal help and advocacy to North Carolinians with disabilities on issues like benefits, healthcare access, and community supports. Their services are free to any NC resident with a disability.

Legal Aid of NC offers free legal help to lower-income families facing a denial, cut, or overpayment of benefits like SSI, SSDI, Social Security, and Medicaid. You can reach a live person through their statewide helpline to apply for assistance.

NC ABLE lets your family save and invest money for disability-related expenses tax-free without risking SSI, Medicaid, or other benefits. It's run by the NC Department of State Treasurer and is open to anyone whose disability began before age 46.

North Carolina's Medicaid home- and community-based waiver funds one-on-one support, respite, and daily-living help for people of any age with an intellectual or developmental disability, including autism. Anyone can apply regardless of income or insurance, and it's worth joining the waitlist early since spots are limited.

This local Greensboro office provides free civil legal help to lower-income Guilford County families, including problems with government benefits, healthcare, and housing. It's a good first call when a benefits denial or legal issue affects your child's supports.

Trillium is the public health plan that manages Medicaid mental health, substance use, and intellectual/developmental disability services for Guilford County, and it's the office you contact to apply for the NC Innovations Waiver. Member and Recipient Services can walk you through eligibility and getting on the waitlist.

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.

This statewide nonprofit runs more than 80 local parent support groups (including Spanish-language groups) across the state, plus Autism Resource Specialists who can help you find services one-on-one. It is a warm first stop for connecting with other North Carolina families who get it.

A UNC-based statewide network that connects you with a trained parent who has walked a similar path, plus support groups and help navigating services. All parent-to-parent matching and support is free.

Free, year-round sports training and recreation in 20 sports for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, with a local program in nearly every county. A joyful way to build friendships, confidence, and community.

A Greensboro nonprofit coffeehouse where adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including autism, find meaningful jobs, training, and a genuine community. A warm local spot to connect with and support families like yours.

Free, confidential support for Guilford County families raising a child with a disability or special healthcare need. They pair you with a trained parent mentor who has walked this road, and host parent-led support groups and sibling groups.

The City of Greensboro's recreation team for people of all abilities, offering adaptive sports, camps, and programs, plus inclusion support so your child can join any parks activity. A welcoming, local way to find recreation and community.

This North Carolina nonprofit serves as a professional trustee for special needs trusts and as a guardianship agency, helping families protect a loved one's benefits and plan for care when parents can no longer serve. A helpful option if you're weighing a special needs trust or need an independent guardian.

This state council advocates for people with I/DD and keeps a clear, plain-language guide to the programs families use as they plan for adulthood, from waivers and care managers to employment services. It's a good first stop when you're trying to make sense of the whole system.

The state's IDD division connects adults with long-term supports for daily living, community involvement, and independence, plus decision-making options that are alternatives to full guardianship. Their customer service line can help you understand what your family qualifies for.

North Carolina's state vocational rehabilitation program helps teens and adults with disabilities prepare for, find, and keep jobs through counseling, training, job coaching, and assistive technology. Reach out to a local office to start a plan as your young adult approaches the working years.

The county's social services team offers adult day care, in-home support, and public guardianship for adults who have been declared legally incapacitated, helping families plan for care that lasts a lifetime. Call the adult services line to ask about guardianship options and what supports your adult child may qualify for.

North Carolina's state vocational rehabilitation program helps adults with disabilities find and keep competitive jobs through counseling, training, assistive technology, and independent-living support, all at no cost to apply. It's a natural first stop as your child ages out of school and moves toward work.

A four-year college certificate program at UNC Greensboro for students with intellectual disabilities, focused on career development, independent living, and self-determination as they transition into adulthood. It gives young adults a genuine campus experience with individualized support built around their goals.