Autism Society of Texas
Free statewide information and referral, with Spanish-language support — headquartered in Austin.
The practical details
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What this is, in plain language
Free personalized information and referral service connecting families to resources and services across the lifespan. Operates volunteer-led peer connection groups meeting regularly in Austin's North, South, and Central areas, with additional groups in Bastrop and San Antonio for adults 18 and over and parents of autistic adults.
Getting started
Call the Navigating Autism line to connect with a trained specialist who will listen to your situation and suggest relevant services and resources. Most inquiries receive a response within about a week. Spanish-language support is available.
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What they say about themselves
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- A statewide 501(c)(3) affiliate of the national Autism Society of America, headquartered in Austin at 5555 N Lamar Blvd, Suite L107.
- Runs a free Navigating Autism program: trained specialists give personalized information and referrals to families across the lifespan, typically responding to an inquiry within about a week.
- Hosts free, volunteer-led peer connection groups in North, South, and Central Austin, plus groups in Bastrop and San Antonio — including groups for adults 18+, adults 26+, and parents of autistic adults.
- Partners with a University of Texas law clinic, where supervised law students help parents understand special-education law, IEPs, and FAPE rights, with casework support in harder cases.
- Offers Spanish-language support, including a companion site, autismoentexas.org.
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- Yes:Describes help with school and special education rights
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