Family Resources

At Above and Beyond Behavior Analysis, we believe that families are essential partners in successful ABA therapy. See below for trusted resources and guides for navigating autism, ESE services, advocacy, education, adult skill and day programs, community support, caregiver training, and support with challenging behaviors.

ABBA Florida Parent IEP and 504 Resource Guide

State & Advocacy Organizations

Autism Society of Florida

Statewide education, advocacy, and family support

autismfl.org

Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD)

Information on services, waivers, and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities

apd.myflorida.com

Disability Rights Florida

Free legal advocacy and disability rights information

disabilityrightsflorida.org

2-1-1 Florida

24/7 referral service for local community resources Dial 2-1-1

211florida.org

Education & Parent Training

Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD)

Free parent training, consultations, and educational workshops.

card-usf.fmhi.usf.edu

HOT DOCS & DOCS Parenting Programs (USF Health)

Details:
Parent training including behavior management, routines, social skills, and daily life challenges.

Email: hotdocs@usf.edu
Phone: (813) 974-1048

HOT DOCS Parent Training Program

Wrightslaw

Special education law, IEPs, and advocacy resources

wrightslaw.com

Community Support

Autism Speaks - Florida Resource Guide

Searchable database for therapy providers, camps, and support programs

autismspeaks resource guide

Adult Disability Day & Life Skills Programs

Parc Center for Disabilities

A regional organization offering lifetime support, including adult day training, life skills programs, community participation, and social engagement for adults with developmental disabilities.

www.parc-fl.org

MacDonald Center – Adult Day Services

Provides adult day training programs that build independence, life skills, community involvement, and enrichment activities for adults with developmental disabilities.

macdonaldcenter.org

Red Apple – Adult Training Center

Educates through the absorption of knowledge and experience, nurturing individual potential in any
subject matter that enriches lifestyle goals with survival, social, or independent living.

redappleadulttc.net/

K2 Escape – Enhancing Life

Provides a variety of high-quality programs and services that will assist, educate, empower and/or employ adults with disabilities.

k2escape.org