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Track what you notice
Note communication, play, sensory responses, routines, strengths, and situations that are difficult.
Early Signs & First Concerns →
Stage 3 of 14
Stage 3 of 14
Early Intervention and Support
Consider supportive services, communication access, family priorities, and everyday strategies during the early years.
Navigating this stage
What may matter at this stage
Explore the areas that fit what you are navigating now.
01Track what you notice+
Note communication, play, sensory responses, routines, strengths, and situations that are difficult.
Early Signs & First Concerns →02Ask about screening or referral+
Ask what developmental screening is available, whether a referral is appropriate, and what the expected wait may be.
Screenings & Referrals →03Prepare for evaluation+
Gather school notes, previous reports, medical history, examples of concerns, and questions you want answered.
Evaluation Process →04Support daily needs now+
Adjust communication, routines, sensory environments, and transitions based on what is helping or causing difficulty.
Learning Center →05Check practical support options+
Review insurance, financial help, and local assistance if cost or access is making support harder to reach.
06Learn from other families+
Read experiences from families who have navigated early concerns, screening, referrals, and evaluation.
Explore what fits your needs
Resources connected to this stage
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ResourceMember
After Diagnosis
Review services, support options, and practical next steps after diagnosis.
ResourceMember
First Year After Diagnosis
Work through common questions, services, routines, and family adjustments.
Learning CenterPublic + member
Connectism Learning Center
Find practical guides for communication, regulation, safety, learning, and daily support.
MapPublic + member
Autism-Friendly Map
Find local services, supportive places, and recommendations shared by the community.
Looking ahead
Early support should build useful skills and trust while remaining flexible as the person grows.