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Autism Services

We provide personalized autism services that build communication, social skills, and family support—helping children thrive in their communities.

Overview

Autism is a complex neurobiological disorder that affects communication, social behavior, and development. Autism affects 1 in 36 children in the United States, but, with early diagnosis, intervention, and behavioral techniques, children with autism can live full, engaging lives in the community.

Our Programs

Our team creates individualized plans to develop and improve communication and social skills while troubleshooting problem behaviors. Our services include parent training, family support groups, and community-integration.

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    Respite and Support

    Respite services provide engaging activities in home, community, or clinic settings to support individuals of all ages and give families a much-needed break.
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    Social Skills Training (PEERS)

    PEERS® teaches social skills to individuals with autism, helping them build meaningful friendships while parents learn how to support lasting social connections.
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    Sibshops

    Sibshop offers siblings of people with disabilities a safe space to share feelings, learn about disabilities, make friends, and enjoy fun activities together.
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    Family Navigation

    Our Family Navigation program empowers families across the Midwest to navigate caring for someone with autism with confidence, connection, and care.
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    ABA Clinic in St. Louis

    Easterseals Midwest is the largest provider of autism services in Missouri. Learn more about our autism clinic in St. Louis, Missouri.
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    ABA Clinic in Cape Girardeau

    Easterseals Midwest is the largest provider of autism services in Missouri. Learn more about our autism clinic in Cape Girardeau, Missouri.
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    ABA Clinic in Springfield

    Easterseals Midwest is the largest provider of autism services in Missouri. Learn more about our autism clinic in Springfield, Missouri.

  • Applied Behavior Analysis

    As the largest provider of autism services in Missouri, the ABA program at Easterseals Midwest leads with the most up-to-date research in the field.
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    ABA Clinic in Kansas City

    Easterseals Midwest is the largest provider of autism services in Missouri. Learn more about our autism clinics in Kansas City, Missouri.
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    ABA Clinic in Columbia

    Easterseals Midwest is the largest provider of autism services in Missouri. Learn more about our autism clinic in Columbia, Missouri.
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    LEAD

    Easterseals Midwest’s LEAD group empowers people with disabilities to build life skills, social connections, and independence through hands-on community-based learning.
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    Diagnostic Services

    As the leading expert in autism services, Easterseals is proud to offer the latest diagnostic tools, including EarliPoint, a new, FDA-approved tool to detect autism in children ages 16-30 months.

  • Parent Support Groups

    Our parent support groups offer a safe space for parents to share feelings, ask questions, and connect with others who understand their experiences.

  • Social Skills Groups

    Activity-based groups help individuals build social skills and friendships through fun, supportive outings like bowling, dining out, and community events.

Other Areas of Support