Autism Support Groups in Missoula, Montana

Missoula, as western Montana's university and services hub, has more infrastructure than most of the region, though dedicated in-person autism support groups can come and go — it's worth asking current organizations what's active.

Statewide organizations, based in Missoula. The University of Montana is home to several: the Rural Institute / Montana Autism Center provides resources and connects families, and the Montana Family to Family Health Information Center offers navigation support. PLUK (Parents, Let's Unite for Kids) offers family support and navigation statewide.

Adaptive recreation and connection. Missoula Adaptive Recreation & Sports (MARS) offers adaptive programs for people with disabilities — a valuable way to connect with other families locally — and the City of Missoula runs inclusive recreation programming.

Online community is especially important across Montana's distances — statewide and national Facebook groups and virtual meetups connect families who live hours apart. Ask the Montana Autism Center and PLUK about current in-person and virtual options.