The parents who navigate Salem's autism systems best almost always have other parents in their corner — someone who already knows which clinic answers the phone and what the CDDP paperwork actually wants. Here's where Salem families find that.
ASO's maintained list of Salem-region groups, including the Oregon Special Needs Group in Salem and the ASO/Synergy monthly online parent group facilitated by Barbara Avila.
Visit siteStatewide parent-support organization with a weekly Friday online family discussion for caregivers of kids with behavioral and emotional challenges; programming reaches Marion and Polk county families.
Visit siteOregon's Parent Training and Information Center — free trainings on IEPs, the CDDP system, and the K Plan where Salem parents reliably find both answers and each other.
Visit siteSalem clinic whose parents' nights out, adapted activity groups, and sensory-friendly community events double as informal peer support for local families.
Visit siteGet our free summer guide
Sensory-smart, low-pressure, and actually fun. Free PDF, delivered instantly, plus one short practical email each week.
10 Amazing Activities to Do With an Autistic Child This Summer — free PDF, delivered instantly.
No spam. Unsubscribe any time.
Sensory-smart, low-pressure, and actually fun. Free PDF, delivered instantly, plus one short practical email each week.
10 Amazing Activities to Do With an Autistic Child This Summer — free PDF, delivered instantly.
No spam. Unsubscribe any time.