County resource guide
Autism Resources in Jackson County, Iowa
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Jackson County. Iowa statewide resources also apply.
Provider directory
Local Providers11 providers in Jackson County
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Diagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
Maquoketa · multi-county
Jackson County Regional Health Center — Developmental Referrals
Jackson County Regional Health Center in Maquoketa provides primary care and developmental referrals. For comprehensive autism evaluations, families are referred to UI Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City or Dubuque providers (~30 miles northeast).
Dubuque (~30 miles) and Iowa City (~1.5 hrs) are the primary hubs for full evaluations.
Clinton · multi-county
MercyOne Clinton — Pediatric Services
Pediatric care and developmental referrals at MercyOne Clinton Medical Center. For comprehensive autism evaluations, Clinton County families are typically referred to UI Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City or Davenport providers.
Iowa City (~1.5 hrs) and Davenport (~1 hr) are primary hubs for full autism evaluations.
Dubuque · multi-county
MercyOne Dubuque — Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
Developmental and behavioral pediatrics clinic at MercyOne Medical Center in Dubuque. Provides autism evaluations and developmental assessments for children in Dubuque County and the tri-state area.
Early Intervention (0–3)
Free services for children under 3 under IDEA Part C.
Clinton · multi-county
Clinton County Early ACCESS
Iowa Part C early intervention for children birth–3 in Clinton County. Coordinated through the local AEA, providing in-home developmental therapy and family support at no cost.
FREE under IDEA Part C for eligible children birth to age 3.
Maquoketa · multi-county
Jackson County Early ACCESS
Iowa Part C early intervention for children birth–3 in Jackson County. Coordinated through the local AEA, providing in-home developmental therapy and family support at no cost.
FREE under IDEA Part C for eligible children birth to age 3.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
Clinton · multi-county
Genesis Health System — ABA Behavioral Health
ABA and behavioral health services through Genesis Health System serving Clinton County. Iowa Medicaid and commercial insurance accepted for qualifying autism treatment.
Iowa Medicaid covers ABA therapy for eligible children.
Mental health
Therapists and psychiatrists experienced with autistic children and adults.
Dubuque · multi-county
Hillcrest Family Services — Autism Support
Behavioral health and autism support services at Hillcrest Family Services in Dubuque. Counseling, case management, and community-based support for individuals with autism and co-occurring mental health needs.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Maquoketa · multi-county
Autism Society of Iowa — East Iowa
Parent support and statewide resource connections for Jackson County autism families through the Autism Society of Iowa. Connects Maquoketa families to Dubuque and statewide networks.
Clinton · multi-county
Autism Society of Iowa — East Iowa Network
The Autism Society of Iowa provides parent support, statewide resource connections, and advocacy for Clinton County families. Connects families to regional events and online support communities.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
Clinton · multi-county
Iowa PTI — Parent Training and Information Center
Free IEP and special education advocacy for Clinton County families from Iowa's federally funded PTI. Phone and video consultations available statewide.
FREE. Statewide service — call before any IEP meeting or school dispute.
Maquoketa · multi-county
Iowa PTI — Parent Training and Information Center
Free IEP advocacy and special education support for Jackson County families from Iowa's federally funded PTI. Phone, video, and in-person consultations available statewide.
FREE. Statewide service — call before any IEP meeting or school dispute.
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Helpful guides
Guides for Jackson County families
Step-by-step help on the topics that matter most.
School & IEP
Navigating the IEP process
Your rights under IDEA, how evaluations work, and what every IEP section means.
Finding help
ABA, OT, speech and waitlists
How to find qualified providers, navigate insurance, and get off waitlists faster.
Getting started
Where to start after diagnosis
A week-by-week checklist for the first 90 days — from evaluation to early intervention.
Benefits & money
SSI, Medicaid waivers, ABLE accounts
Federal benefits your child may qualify for and how to apply without losing your spot.
Mental health
Co-occurring conditions and support
Managing anxiety, ADHD, and depression alongside an autism diagnosis.
Daily life
Sensory processing and OT
Understanding sensory needs, sensory diets, and how occupational therapy helps.
Adulthood
Employment, housing, legal planning
Supported employment, housing options, guardianship alternatives, and ABLE accounts.
See all Iowa resources
Waivers, PTI centers, and state programs apply to all families in Iowa.
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