These organizations provide information and services for families with children who have developmental delays/disabilities or Autism Spectrum Disorder. Their staff can answer your questions and connect you with services and resources in your community.
Questions about…
Resource navigation, information, and emotional support for families of children with disabilities
Family Support NetworkTM of North Carolina
Phone: 800-852-0042
Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis and services
Phone: 800-442-2762
Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities services and resources
Phone: 800-662-8706
Government benefits and services for children with disabilities
Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs Helpline
Phone: 800-737-3028
Education, Resource Advocacy, and Parent Information Center for children with special needs
Exceptional Children’s Assistance Center (ECAC)
Phone: 800-962-6817
Basic needs – food, housing, transportation, and other services
Phone: 2-1-1 or 888-892-1162
A Word about our Resources
Throughout the guide, we have relied on trusted sources that routinely update their materials and links. However, services and online resources can change and external links may not work. In addition, the guide is not meant to provide medical advice and we urge users to contact their health care professionals for questions they may have. In addition, although funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration Grants #H6MMC33235, the statements, views, and opinions are those of the developers.