UM-NSU CARD (Center for Autism and Related Disabilities)
Free university programme for families and professionals in Miami-Dade, Monroe and Broward, at any age, in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
The practical details
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What this is, in plain language
Free autism support services for families, autistic people and people with related disabilities, and the professionals who work with them, in Miami-Dade, Monroe, and (through Nova Southeastern University) Broward County.
Getting started
Register with CARD online, in English, Spanish or Haitian Creole, or call 305-284-6563 / email card@miami.edu. A case manager then helps plan school, therapeutic and recreational support for your child.
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What they say about themselves
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- A joint, state-funded programme of the University of Miami and Nova Southeastern University, offering free services to families, autistic people and people with related disabilities, and the professionals working with them, across Miami-Dade, Monroe and Broward counties.
- Assigns a case manager who gives individualised consultation on school, therapeutic and recreational options, including guidance on the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) process under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Runs family and professional training, support and information groups, social groups for teens and adults, employment support, recreational camps and activities, and public education events.
- Registration and services are offered in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
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- Yes:Says its services are free to families
- Yes:Offers help in Spanish
- Yes:Names the local area it covers
- Yes:Describes help with school and special education rights
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