HEALTH & WELLNESS
Whatever the degree of an ASD diagnosis – for you or your child , or if there are symptoms that make you suspect ASD , there are resources available .
The CDC provides an “ If You ’ re Concerned – Act Early ” page and other information . ( 800 ) CDC-INFO , cdc . gov
The Autism Society of America offers a series of publications on everything from guiding families new to autism , to transitioning across grade levels , supporting appropriate behavior , puberty , sibling relationships and preparing for college living . autism-society . org
The Autism Society ’ s National Conference brings people together with an autism diagnosis , family members , professionals , and community , state and national leaders for three days of training and listening to nationally recognized and respected leaders in the field .
This year ’ s conference is July 12 to 15 in Milwaukee , Wisconsin . autismsociety . org / get-involved / conference
• Mercy Kids Autism Center , ( 314 ) 872-3345 , mercy . net
• Autism Speaks - St . Louis Chapter , ( 314 ) 989-1003 , autismspeaks . org / stlouis
• St . Louis Arc , ( 314 ) 569-2211 , slarc . org
• St . Louis Autism Resources , stlar . org
• Center for Autism Education ( 636 ) 978-7785 , teachautism . org
• St . Gemma Center for Children with Autism and Developmental Disabilities ( 636 ) 230-0580
• St . Louis Children ’ s Hospital , ( 314 ) 454-6000 , stlouischildrens . org
Robinson Peete , RJ Peete , Holly Robinson Peete , Rodney Peete , Roman Peete , Ryan Peete and Dolores Robinson , star in “ For Peete ’ s Sake ,” Saturdays on OWN .
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