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Resources
Resources Developed by the Michigan Autism Council
CMH Referral and Assessment Process
Defines steps for referral and service within the Early On®, CMH, and special education systems.
Education-Based Evaluations for Autism Spectrum Disorder
This document provides guidance to schools to develop evaluation processes that ensure accurate eligibility recommendations, improve agency collaboration to reduce duplication, ensure a seamless process for families, and provide relevant information to inform the individualized education program process.
Guide for Insurance Representative Communications
A parent tool to use to support conversations with insurance company representatives.
Interfaces for Collaboration
Consideration and guiding questions to enhance collaboration and specific examples of collaborative opportunities in the areas of evaluation, eligibility, and the intervention service plan.
Referral Guide for Primary Care Physicians
Pathway to assist physicians in the referral process following a positive result of surveillance or screening for ASD.
Secondary Transition Recommendations for Educators and Families
Early Childhood Resources
These documents are available for families and providers working with families to assist with referral and services following initial identification of ASD. The PowerPoint slides may be used in presentations to share information about the Provider guide and After identification documents.
- After Identification of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- ASD State and National Organizations
- Provider Guide for Referral of Young Children with ASD
- Slides After Identification of Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Slides Provider Guide for Referral of Young Children
Other Helpful Resources
Behavioral Health Center of Excellence
Behavioral Health Center of Excellence bhcoe.org, 310-627-2746
National Autism Law Center
National Autism Law Center nationalautismlawcenter.org, 803-608-1160