Local Agencies

Best AbilitiesContact: Melissa Weber 314-322-3027Currently servicing individuals between ages

of 17 months – 81 years oldIn Home Services available include:

Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathologists, Certified Behavior Analysts, and Physical Therapists

Achievements UnlimitedContact: Melissa Weber 314-322-3027Currently servicing individuals between ages of

18 and olderOrganization will launch in November 2012(7

enrolled and 7 prospects) Up to 30 openingsJob skills training available on and off site

Microbusiness model-jobs created around individual abilities

No cost for enrollment 3-4 days a weekIn Home Services available include:

Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Pathologists, Certified Behavior Analysts

Achievements Unlimited

Contact: 314-322-3027Program Director/Co-Founder at

Achievements Unlimited Clinical Supervisor at Best Abilities Past Board Certified Assistant Behavior

Analyst at Behavior Intervention Services Personal Care Assistant at Behavior

Intervention Services

Action for Autism16052 Swingley Ridge RoadChesterfield, MO 63017636-449-0352www.afastl.orgAction for Autism is a St. Louis based

charitable organizaton, founded in 2008 to address the growing need to assist children and their families with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Funds assist families to attain care, treatment and educational support.

Adam Morgan FoundationP.O. Box 532St. Peters, MO. 63376636-447-ADAMwww.adammorganfoundation.orgProvides resources, equipment and

interventions to families raising children with Autism Spectrum Disorders at the age of three and older at little to no cost to the families

Autism Speaks9378 Olive Blvd. #206St. Louis MO 63132(314) 989-1003www.autismspeaks.orgThe Autism Speaks website provides

information on national initiatives including community service grants, a video glossary, IEP video, autism everyday video, national online database of resources and a federal legal aid appeals project. Opportunity to serve on local volunteer committees.

BJC Behavioral Healthwww.bjcbehavioralhealth.orgProvides mental health services, therapy,

targeted case management to children and adults with mental illness or mental health needs.

Edgewood Children’s Center330 N. GoreSt. Louis, MO. 63119www.eccstl.orgOffers special education and treatment for

children ages 5 to 17 who are severely emotionally or behaviorally disturbed. Residential Treatment Program . Short terms respite care. Day-treatment program for non-residents.

Gateway Chapter- Autism Society of America1311 Wells Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119314-749-7225Local chapter of the Autism Society of

America

Giant Steps of St. Louis7281 Sarah St. Maplewood, MO 63143 314-932-1051www.giantsteps-stlouis.orgOffers an alternative to traditional

approaches and provides an overall support system for families. Nonprofit organization contracts with school districts to provide therapy and educational support to children

Howard Park Center15834 Clayton Rd. Ellisville, MO. 63011636-227-2339www.howardparkcenter.orgOffers full inclusion preschool, elementary,

middle and high school, extended daycare, direct therapy, splinting and casting for children with various disabilities. Also family counseling and support group.

All Abilities (ICAA) www.icaaonline.orgDedicated to advocacy, education, inclusion

and support for all people with autism, and all different abilities

Knights of Columbus Developmental Center- Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital1465 South Grand BoulevardSt. Louis, MO. 63104314-577-5609http://www.cardinalglennon.com/medicalspec

ialties/developmental%20pediatrics/Pages/default.aspx

Provides diagnostic services and therapeutic evaluations to aide in managing developmental disorders in children. Offers referral service, parent training and research

Life Skills/Touchpoint Autism Services10176 Corporate Square Dr. St. Louis, MO. 63132314-567-7705www.lifeskills-mo.orgProvides day services, residential services, employment

services, family support (respite, family-centered, family and sibling support, supported recreation, natural support workshops), training and community education for individuals with autism and their families. Support groups offered at multiple locations: parents of a child with an autism spectrum disorder, sibling support groups, social support group for young adults with Asperger’s syndrome

Mercy Child Development Center641 N. New Ballas RoadSt. Louis, MO 63141314-872-3345http://www.mercy.net/stlouismo/practice/mer

cy-childrens-therapy-and-development-centerServes infants and children with delayed

development of motor, speech/language, social or learning skills, behavioral problems, attention deficit disorder or learning disabilities.

MO-FEAT (Missouri Families for Effective Autism Treatment)2388 Schuetz Road #A49St. Louis, MO 63146 314-993-0806www.mo-feat.orgMO-FEAT is an organization of parents and

professionals throughout Missouri, with Headquarters in St. Louis. Its mission is to provide advocacy and support for the autism community.

St. Louis Arc1177 N. Warson Rd. St. Louis, MO 63132314-569-2211www.slarc.orgNot-for-profit agency conducts programs and

provides opportunities

St. Louis Regional Center Office9900 Page, Suite 106 St. Louis, MO 63132314-587-4800www.dmh.mo.gov/slro/index.htmOperated by the Missouri Department of Mental

Health’s Division of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities. Every person who requests services is entitled to an diagnostic evaluation and case management. Eligibility is determined and arrangements are made to obtain services within the available resources of the division (in such areas as therapy, family support, training, residential services and more).

Behavior Intervention Services10175 Corporate Square Drive St. Louis, MO 63132(314) 395-9375Behavior Intervention Services is a for-profit agency

providing service and care to children, teens and adults with autism.

At Behavior Intervention Services our clients receive therapies through a combination of the most renowned autism education principles and the most up-to-date clinical methodologies.

In home services, residential facilities, and in the community, and school settings

Contact Lynn Brook (314) 395-9375

Judevine Center for AutismContact: Becky Blackwell 1-800-780-6545Our goal is to improve the quality of life for children

and adults with autism and their families by sharing the Judevine® method which has been proven to make a real difference in the everyday lives of families affected by autism. We work directly with individuals and families and through existing social service organizations, schools, community hospitals, mental health centers, and private organizations. We continually look for new and innovative ways to bring our services to individuals with autism, their families and caregivers.

Lafayette IndustriesLafayette Industries | 179 Gaywood Drive | St. Louis, MO

63021 Telephone: 636-227-5666 | sales@lafayetteindustries.comLafayette means many things to many people. We are a

contract packager offering shrink wrap, blister pack, display assemblies and more for our corporate clients. Our mission is to exceed our customer’s expectations while employing hundreds of adults with disabilities within our packaging operation. Since 1976 we have been able to create opportunities. Through extensive training and support programs, our employees learn to overcome their disabilities and utilize their abilities in a productive and professional work environment. The result is high quality products and services at a competitive price, on a timely basis. So whether you’re looking for a reliable contract packager or to build on your dream of meaningful employment, Lafayette would like the opportunity to help.

Canterbury EnterprisesContact Charlie Fischer, Manager Barb Douglas, Training CoordinatorCanterbury Enterprises, Inc. 7228 Weil Ave. St. Louis, MO 63119Phone: (314) 781-3999 (main line)Fax: (314) 781-1129Canterbury is an affiliate of United Cerebral Palsy Heartland, was established in 1983 as a non-profit 501-3(c) sheltered workshop employing people with disabilities in St. Louis County and City.