The New Hampshire Council on
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Welcome to NH's Virtual Resource Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Please note that inclusion on this website does not imply endorsement of any organization, treatment methodology, or provider.
This informational website is not a substitute for clinical, legal, or business advice as it applies to your individual situation.
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Because ASD varies widely in its presentation and severity, resources must be carefully selected and tailored to individual needs. We recommend that you take a minute to review information about how to use this site, so that you can select the information and links that best meet your situation.
We wish you well,
Brian Huckins
Kirsten Murphy
Kirsten MurphyChair, NH Council Director, NH Council
Director, NH CouncilQuick Links
and News
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Concord Area launches web-site for regional ASD resources.
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) are a cluster of complex developmental disabilities that effect many individuals and families in New Hampshire. While an exact number is hard to establish, there are approximately 2000 school age children in NH who have one of the three forms of ASD -- autistic disorder, Asperger Syndrome, and pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified (PDD-NOS). The number of adults identified with ASD is unknown but appears to be growing as more individuals seek evaluation from medical professionals.
The NH Council on ASD was established
by the state legislature to improve services
and supports for those impacted by ASD.
In talking with parents and other care-
givers, we were struck by how information
about essential services varied from one
region of the state to another. Even highly
experienced parents told us that they were
surprised to learn about quality standards, programs, and innova-tions available and applied in other parts of NH that could benefit their son or daughter.
Our goal in creating this site was to provide a single point of entry to a common, high quality and comprehensive body of information about NH services and the best practice guidelines that inform them.
