Studies have shown that early intensive intervention is directly correlated with positive outcomes in children with autism.  The sooner a child begins intensive therapy, the better the chances that child will lead a productive life.  Without intervention, the future for a child with autism is often bleak. Seventy-five percent of children with autism test in the mentally retarded range prior to therapies and treatments. More than fifty percent of children with autism who do not receive early intensive intervention will remain non-verbal.  There was a time when these grim statistics were lifelong probabilities, but today, with recent advances in educational interventions, our children can make astounding gains, sometimes even losing their diagnosis of autism.

In an effort to support early detection and intervention and to further its mission of education and family support, Friends of Autism distributes an Autism “Red Flags” brochure which is free of charge to families, healthcare providers, day care centers, churches, and schools across the country.  These brochures provide basic information on autism, early warning signs along with recommendations on how families can access an accurate diagnosis and early intervention for their children. {Click for Brochure}

Through the generosity of our donors and sponsors, Friends of Autism has placed valuable resource material on autism and autism treatment at the following libraries throughout Wisconsin:

 

Verona Public Library

500 Silent Street Verona

WI 53593

Phone: 608.845.7180

Library Hours: Monday-Thursday 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. ...

 

Waukesha Public Library

321 Wisconsin Avenue

Waukesha, WI 53186

Phone: (262) 524- 3680

 

West Bend Community Library 

630 Poplar St

West Bend, WI 53095
Phone (262) 335-5151

Marathon County Public Library 

Wausau Headquarters Library

300 North First Street

Wausau, WI 54403-5405

Information: (715) 261-7240

Circulation: (715) 261-7200

Reference: (715) 261-7230

Children's: (715) 261-7220

 

 

Fox Valley Technical College Library

1825 North Bluemound Drive

Appleton, Wisconsin 54912

Phone:  920-735-5600