County resource guide
Autism Resources in Runnels, Texas
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Runnels. Texas statewide resources also apply.
Local providers
5 listedDiagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
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Shannon Medical Center — Developmental Referrals (San Angelo)
Runnels County families access comprehensive autism evaluations at Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, approximately 45 miles south via US-83. Winters' local hospital provides primary care and pediatric screenings.
Early Intervention (0–3)
Free services for children under 3 under IDEA Part C.
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Texas ECI — Runnels County (Concho Valley Region)
Texas Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) serves Runnels County children birth to 3 through the Concho Valley regional ECI program. Free in-home developmental therapy, speech, OT, and service coordination for eligible families.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
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Behavioral Framework — Telehealth ABA (Texas)
Telehealth ABA consultation for Runnels County families, supplementing in-person ABA services in San Angelo or Abilene. BCBA-supervised parent coaching and remote therapy programming.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
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Autism Society of Texas — Statewide Support
Autism Society of Texas connects Runnels County families with San Angelo-area support networks and statewide online communities. AST's helpline provides resource navigation.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
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Partners Resource Network — Texas PTI (Statewide)
Partners Resource Network provides free IEP advocacy and special education rights resources to Runnels County families through Texas's federally funded PTI centers.
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