County resource guide
Franklin County, Pennsylvania
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Franklin County. Pennsylvania statewide resources also apply.
Local providers
5 listedDiagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
Chambersburg · multi-county
Penn State Health — Developmental Pediatrics (South Central)
Penn State Health serves Franklin County families through developmental pediatric evaluations and autism assessments accessible via Hershey and Carlisle clinic locations. Comprehensive multi-disciplinary evaluations including psychological testing and behavioral observation.
Early Intervention (0–3)
Free services for children under 3 under IDEA Part C.
Chambersburg
Franklin County Early Intervention
Pennsylvania Early Intervention services for Franklin County children under age 3. In-home developmental evaluations and therapy provided at no cost to qualifying families in the Chambersburg, Waynesboro, and Greencastle areas.
FREE under IDEA Part C. Request evaluation immediately — do not wait for a formal diagnosis.
Occupational therapy & sensory
Occupational therapy, sensory integration, and sensory diets.
Chambersburg
UPMC Chambersburg Hospital — Pediatric Therapy
UPMC Chambersburg Hospital offers outpatient pediatric occupational and speech therapy for Franklin County children. OT services include sensory processing assessment and sensory diet development for autistic children.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Chambersburg · multi-county
Autism Society of Pennsylvania — South Central Region
The Autism Society of Pennsylvania supports Franklin County families with statewide peer connections and south-central PA regional resources. Parent support groups, information, and referrals for the Chambersburg area.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
Pittsburgh
PEAL Center — Franklin County Advocacy
Pennsylvania's federally funded PTI providing free IEP advocacy and special education training to Franklin County families. Expert guidance for navigating Chambersburg, Waynesboro, Greencastle-Antrim, and other local school districts.
FREE. Call before any IEP meeting or dispute.
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