Autism Resources in Bend, Oregon

Bend is Central Oregon's hub — and for autism families, that means it holds most of what exists east of the Cascades: St. Charles Health System's developmental evaluation program, High Desert ESD's birth-through-five early intervention, a small but growing therapy market, and CODSN, a genuinely useful Bend-based family support network. It also means being honest about the gaps: capacity is thin, waits are real, and many families still travel to Portland or use telehealth for specialty care. This guide walks through what's available locally, what isn't, and how Oregon's funding programs work for Central Oregon families.