County resource guide
Sherman County, Oregon
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Sherman County. Oregon statewide resources also apply.
Local providers
12 listedDiagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
The Dalles · multi-county
Mid-Columbia Medical Center — Pediatric & Behavioral Health Services
Pediatric and behavioral health services through Mid-Columbia Medical Center (MCMC) in The Dalles, the primary hospital for Wasco County and the Columbia Gorge region. MCMC coordinates referrals to OHSU Portland or Providence in Hood River for comprehensive autism evaluations. The Dalles serves as the regional hub for the Mid-Columbia.
Mid-Columbia regional hub — OHSU Portland (90 min west on I-84) for comprehensive evaluations.
Condon · multi-county
Mid-Columbia Medical Center — The Dalles (Gilliam Referral)
Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles (Wasco County) is the regional healthcare hub for Gilliam County families. Approximately 35 miles from Condon via US-97, it provides referrals to developmental specialists and serves the Columbia River corridor.
The Dalles is the regional healthcare hub for the Columbia River corridor counties. Plan for travel for specialist evaluations.
Moro · multi-county
Mid-Columbia Medical Center — The Dalles (Sherman Referral)
Mid-Columbia Medical Center in The Dalles (Wasco County) is the regional hub for Sherman County families. Moro is approximately 30 miles from The Dalles via Highway 97, making it one of the more accessible remote Oregon counties.
The Dalles is Sherman County's practical healthcare hub for specialist referrals — a short drive via US-97.
Early Intervention (0–3)
Free services for children under 3 under IDEA Part C.
Moro
Sherman County Early Intervention / Gorge ESD
Oregon Early Intervention for Sherman County children under age 3, delivered through the Gorge Education Service District. In-home evaluations and therapy at no cost for qualifying families in Moro, Grass Valley, and Wasco.
FREE under IDEA Part C. Sherman County is one of Oregon's smallest — in-home services are the primary early support option.
The Dalles · multi-county
Wasco County EI/ECSE — Early Intervention
Oregon EI/ECSE early intervention services for children birth through age 5 in Wasco County, administered through The Dalles School District and the North Central ESD. Home visits, developmental therapy, and ECSE preschool for children with autism and developmental delays. Free under federal IDEA Part C.
Free under IDEA. Contact North Central ESD for Child Find intake.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
The Dalles · multi-county
Oregon Behavior Consultants — Columbia Gorge
In-home and community-based ABA therapy serving Wasco County and the Columbia Gorge corridor. OBC provides BCBA-supervised programs adapted to the rural gorge landscape, with telehealth parent training. Accepts OHP Medicaid and commercial insurance under Oregon's ABA mandate.
Mental health
Therapists and psychiatrists experienced with autistic children and adults.
Condon · multi-county
OHSU Telehealth — Columbia Gorge / Gilliam County
OHSU provides telehealth behavioral health services for Gilliam County families. Video-based support from Portland-area specialists is the most accessible ongoing mental health option for this remote, very small county.
Moro · multi-county
OHSU Telehealth — Columbia Gorge / Sherman County
OHSU provides telehealth behavioral health services for Sherman County families. With The Dalles just 30 miles away, families also have the option of in-person MCMC services for some care needs.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Moro · multi-county
Autism Society of Oregon — Columbia Gorge (Sherman County)
The Autism Society of Oregon connects Sherman County families with Gorge regional resources and statewide peer networks. The Dalles community is the nearest active autism parent network for Sherman County families.
Condon · multi-county
Autism Society of Oregon — Columbia River Corridor
The Autism Society of Oregon connects Gilliam County families to statewide peer support and Columbia Gorge regional resources. Online peer networks are the primary community option for this very small Oregon county.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
The Dalles · multi-county
FACT Oregon — Columbia Gorge Outreach
Free IEP advocacy and special education support for Wasco County families from FACT Oregon, Oregon's federally funded PTI. Helps families in The Dalles and surrounding Gorge communities navigate school district IEP processes. Phone and telehealth support available.
FREE. Oregon's federally funded PTI — telehealth support for the rural gorge region.
Moro
Oregon FACETS — Sherman County Advocacy
Oregon FACETS provides free IEP advocacy and training for Sherman County families. Expert support for Sherman County School District's special education process, one of Oregon's smallest school districts.
FREE. All services by phone or video.
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