County resource guide
Autism Resources in Washtenaw County, Michigan
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Washtenaw County. Michigan statewide resources also apply.
Washtenaw County — home to Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Saline — is anchored by the University of Michigan Autism & Communication Disorders Center (UMACC), one of the world's most respected autism programs and home to internationally recognized researchers. Ann Arbor Public Schools and Ypsilanti Community Schools provide special education programs. The Washtenaw County CMH agency coordinates Michigan's Children's Waiver. Michigan's Early On program serves children under 3, and Michigan Alliance for Families provides free IEP advocacy statewide.
Provider directory
Local Providers13 providers in Washtenaw County
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Diagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
Jackson · multi-county
Henry Ford Health — Developmental Pediatrics Jackson
Henry Ford Health's Jackson-area services include developmental pediatrics referrals and autism evaluation coordination. The system's Allegiance Health network in Jackson connects families to autism specialists in the Detroit metro when local capacity is limited.
Brighton · multi-county
U of M Autism & Communication Disorders Center — Livingston Referrals
Livingston County families have strong access to the University of Michigan Autism & Communication Disorders Center (UMACC) in Ann Arbor, one of the nation's top autism diagnostic programs. UMACC developed the ADOS-2 and ADI-R, the gold-standard diagnostic tools used worldwide. Brighton is approximately 40 minutes from the Ann Arbor campus.
About 40 minutes from Brighton. Worth the drive — UMACC is among the best autism diagnostic programs in the country.
Ann Arbor · multi-county
University of Michigan — Autism & Communication Disorders Center (UMACC)
One of the country's premier autism evaluation and research centers. UMACC at the University of Michigan offers comprehensive assessments and is internationally recognized for developing autism diagnostic tools used worldwide, including the ADOS and ADI-R. An academic gold standard for complex and adult cases.
UMACC developed the ADOS and ADI-R — the gold standard autism diagnostic tools used worldwide. Worth the waitlist.
Ann Arbor · multi-county
University of Michigan — Autism & Communication Disorders Center (UMACC)
UMACC at the University of Michigan is one of the country's premier autism evaluation and research centers, located in Ann Arbor. Developed the ADOS and ADI-R diagnostic tools used worldwide. Offers comprehensive evaluations for all ages, including complex cases and adults seeking a late diagnosis. Worth the waitlist for families who want a gold-standard assessment.
UMACC developed the ADOS and ADI-R — the gold standard autism diagnostic tools used worldwide.
Jackson · multi-county
University of Michigan C.S. Mott — Jackson Referral
University of Michigan's C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor accepts referrals from Jackson County for comprehensive autism evaluations. Approximately 40 miles from Jackson, Mott offers multi-disciplinary assessments including neuropsychology and developmental medicine.
Early Intervention (0–3)
Free services for children under 3 under IDEA Part C.
Ann Arbor
Early On Washtenaw County — Washtenaw ISD
Michigan's Early On program for Washtenaw County is administered through Washtenaw ISD. Free developmental evaluations, IFSPs, and in-home therapy for infants and toddlers under age 3 in Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and all Washtenaw County communities.
FREE under IDEA Part C. Self-refer — no physician referral required.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
Ann Arbor · multi-county
Centria Autism — Ann Arbor / Washtenaw County
Center-based and in-home ABA therapy serving Washtenaw County including Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and surrounding communities. BCBA-supervised programs accepting most commercial insurance and Michigan Medicaid. Centria is Michigan's largest ABA provider network.
Michigan requires commercial insurance to cover ABA therapy.
Adrian · multi-county
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers — Lenawee County
Center-based and in-home ABA therapy serving Lenawee County. Hopebridge provides comprehensive autism therapy including ABA, speech, and OT. Accepts most commercial insurance and Michigan Medicaid.
Michigan requires commercial insurance to cover ABA therapy.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Ann Arbor · multi-county
Autism Alliance of Michigan — Ann Arbor / Washtenaw County
Autism Alliance of Michigan provides resource navigation, family programming, and peer support in Washtenaw County. AIM's helpline connects Ann Arbor-area families with provider referrals, Medicaid waiver assistance, and the U of M health system's autism resources.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
Lansing · multi-county
Michigan Alliance for Families
Michigan's primary federally funded Parent Training and Information Center. Free IEP advocacy, workshops, and one-on-one support for Michigan families statewide. Knows Michigan's special education rules and procedural requirements.
FREE. Federally funded PTI. Essential before any IEP meeting or dispute.
Howell · multi-county
Michigan Alliance for Families — Southeast Michigan
Michigan Alliance for Families serves Livingston County families through its statewide PTI network. Free IEP advocacy, special education rights training, and one-on-one support navigating Michigan's school districts — particularly relevant as Livingston County's rapidly growing suburban districts expand their special education programs.
FREE. Federally funded PTI.
Monroe · multi-county
Michigan Alliance for Families — Southeast Michigan (Monroe County)
Michigan Alliance for Families provides free IEP advocacy and special education support to Monroe County families. Statewide PTI with expertise in Michigan special education law.
FREE. Federally funded PTI serving all 83 Michigan counties.
Ann Arbor · multi-county
Michigan Alliance for Families — Washtenaw County
Michigan Alliance for Families provides free IEP advocacy and special education support for Washtenaw County families. Particularly helpful for navigating Ann Arbor Public Schools, Ypsilanti Community Schools, and Washtenaw ISD special education programs. Free one-on-one coaching and workshops.
FREE. Federally funded PTI.
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School districts & government services
Public programs and school district contacts for Washtenaw County.
School & special education
Services & benefits
Helpful guides
Guides for Washtenaw 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.
Communities served
Cities in Washtenaw County
Serving families across Washtenaw County including Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Saline, Chelsea, Milan, Dexter, Manchester, Pittsfield, Superior Township and Scio Township and more.
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Waivers, PTI centers, and state programs apply to all families in Michigan.
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