Autism Support
Autism Society Support Groups in Oregon
Oregon has one of the highest rates of autism in the U.S. If you haven't already, you will meet someone with autism. People with autism want to lead fulfilling lives and make a meaningful contribution to society. Together, we can make that happen.
For Information and Resources Call
888 - Autism - 1
888 - 288 - 4761
News & Events
May 4 - June 30, 2012 - LEAH NASH-SOLO PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT, "A different kind of normal: Stories of Asperger's Syndrome". Opening Reception, Friday, May 4, 6-9 p.m., at I Witness Gallery, 1028 SE Water Ave., Ste. 50, Portland, OR. Co-sponsored by Street Roots, Portland Asperger's Network and ASO.
March 29, 2012 - Tobi Rates, Executive Director of ASO was interviewed on the KGW-TV (Channel 8) "Hot Box" regarding the 2012 CDC report on the large increase in autism diagnoses nationwide. Click here to see the interview at kgw.com.
February 15, 2012 - Navigation Maps Are HERE! The Navigation Map to Services for Children with ASD is now ready. This wonderful new resource provides parents of children with a recent diagnosis of ASD an overview of the different tracks of support systems (Medical, Education, Developmental Disability Services, and Community).
There are listings of "Resources to Explore" for each track, as well as a listing of "Places to Start." There are 4 regional versions, all with Spanish translations. The Mid-Valley region (Benton, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, Marion, Polk, Tillamook, and Yamhill counties) also has an insert with a list of "Local Resources" to contact. Printer-friendly versions are available on-line at the Oregon Family to Family website.