Foundation

Autism Partnership Family Foundation was established to provide services to children whose parents do not have the means to obtain treatment and to advance research on behavioral treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Mission

We hold the belief that every child deserves to thrive. Our clinical and research experience of over 35 years has demonstrated that with the effective treatment, children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have amazing potential to foster meaningful relationships and live happy, productive lives. For these reasons, we’ve established the Autism Partnership Family Foundation. Our mission is to provide beneficial services to children whose parents may not be able to afford clinically effective treatment and to advance behavioral treatment research for ASD.

What We Do:

The Autism Partnership Family Foundation’s parent company, Autism Partnership, offers services to help children and adolescents with ASD develop proper communication skills and meaningful relationships by eliminating disruptive behaviors.

The Autism Partnership Family Foundation helps children and adolescents with ASD by:

Conducting Research: Published in May, 2011 in the journal, Education and Treatment of Children, Autism Partnership, a community based agency that provides Applied Behavior Analysis in schools and homes, examined the treatment outcomes of 64 students with ASD who received an average of 22 hours weekly of treatment for an average of 3 1/2 years and across four countries.  The results demonstrated that 45 out of 64 children’s IQs increased an average of 22.5 points.  Such a significant increase demonstrates not only the effectiveness of intervention but is predictive of future success in school.  Moreover, these children were able to successfully participate in general education classrooms.The Autism Partnership Family Foundation helps children and adolescents with ASD by:

Providing ABA Therapy: Our highly trained and experienced clinicians provide intensive behavioral treatment to children with autism, specifically Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). ABA therapy is the only treatment for autism found to be scientifically proven and effective by clinical research, but also proves costly and is not covered by insurance. The Autism Partnership Family Foundation provides this valuable treatment to children whose families need financial help.

We are thrilled to have made such an impact on children and families’ lives.  It is not a miracle nor are changes rapid.  It is a journey, with ups and downs and ongoing challenges. It requires everyone who touches the child’s life to work in partnerships.  It requires staying committed to the treatment and not being drawn to the multiple treatments that sound promising and receive tremendous publicity.  It is so very gratifying to be part of life changing treatment which will enhance the quality of children and families’ lives. — Ronald Leaf

Your tax-deductible contribution provides vital funding for development of new programs and ensuring that children in need will receive the treatment they deserve.