County resource guide
Autism Resources in Rockingham County, Virginia
Local providers, school contacts, and support services for autism families in Rockingham County. Virginia statewide resources also apply.
Rockingham County — home to Harrisonburg — benefits from James Madison University's strong education and communication sciences programs, which support local provider capacity. RMH (Rockingham Memorial Hospital) provides medical services. Provider availability is solid for the Shenandoah Valley region. PEATC provides free statewide IEP advocacy, and Virginia's Infant and Toddler Connection provides EI for children under 3.
Provider directory
Local Providers29 providers in Rockingham County
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0 providers in Rockingham County. Filter by your child’s age — including 18+, which is the hardest to find anywhere.
Diagnostic clinics
Formal autism evaluations by developmental pediatricians, psychologists, or neuropsychologists.
Fishersville · multi-county
Augusta Health — Pediatric Developmental Services
Augusta Health in Fishersville is Augusta County's community hospital, providing pediatric care and developmental referrals for the Staunton and Waynesboro communities. Serves as the first step for developmental concerns before specialist referrals.
Ask for referrals to UVA Health in Charlottesville for full autism evaluations.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
James Madison University — Community Counseling & Autism Services
JMU's psychology and special education programs provide community-based evaluations and autism-related support services in Harrisonburg. University training clinic settings often offer more accessible evaluations than private practices, with lower costs and occasionally shorter waits.
University clinic — may offer reduced-cost evaluations and assessment services. Worth inquiring alongside Sentara RMH referrals.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
Sentara RMH Medical Center — Developmental Pediatrics
Sentara Rockingham Memorial Hospital (RMH) in Harrisonburg is the primary hospital for the Shenandoah Valley, providing developmental pediatric evaluations and autism referrals for Rockingham County. Connected to the Sentara network for specialist access.
For comprehensive autism evaluations, Sentara RMH typically refers to UVA Health in Charlottesville (~45 miles east) or Carilion in Roanoke.
Charlottesville · multi-county
UVA Children's — Neurodevelopmental & Behavioral Pediatrics
UVA Children's Hospital in Charlottesville is the closest major pediatric academic center for Page County families, approximately 1 hour via Skyline Drive or US-33. The neurodevelopmental team provides comprehensive autism evaluations.
About 1 hour from Luray. Winchester Medical Center's pediatric program is also worth exploring for Page County families.
Staunton · multi-county
UVA Health — Augusta County Developmental Referrals
Augusta County families in Staunton and Waynesboro have strong access to UVA Health's Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics program in Charlottesville, approximately 30 miles east via I-64. UVA is the premier autism evaluation center for Central and Western Virginia.
About 30 minutes from Staunton via I-64 — UVA is the closest comprehensive autism evaluation program for Augusta County families.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
Valley Health — Rockingham Memorial Hospital Developmental Referrals
Valley Health's Rockingham Memorial Hospital in Harrisonburg is the primary hospital for Harrisonburg City and the central Shenandoah Valley. For comprehensive autism evaluations, families are referred to UVA Health in Charlottesville (~60 miles east) or, less commonly, to Inova's Northern Virginia network.
UVA Children's Charlottesville (~60 mi east) is the primary autism evaluation destination for Harrisonburg families.
Early Intervention (0–3)
Free services for children under 3 under IDEA Part C.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
Infant & Toddler Connection — Harrisonburg City (Part C)
Virginia's Part C early intervention for Harrisonburg City children birth to age 3. Free evaluations and in-home therapy services administered through Shenandoah Valley Community Services Board.
FREE under IDEA Part C. Self-referral accepted.
Harrisonburg
Infant & Toddler Connection — Shenandoah Valley (Rockingham)
Virginia's Part C early intervention for Rockingham County children birth to age 3. Free evaluations, IFSP planning, and in-home therapy services in Harrisonburg and throughout the Shenandoah Valley. Administered through Valley Community Services Board.
FREE under IDEA Part C. Self-referral accepted — contact Valley CSB directly.
ABA therapy
Applied Behavior Analysis therapy — typically requires insurance authorization.
Staunton · multi-county
Autism Learning Partners — Augusta County
ABA therapy services in Staunton, Waynesboro, and Augusta County. BCBA-supervised in-home and community-based programming. Accepts most commercial insurance under Virginia's ABA insurance mandate.
Virginia requires commercial insurance to cover ABA therapy.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
Autism Learning Partners — Shenandoah Valley
ABA therapy services in the Harrisonburg and Shenandoah Valley region. BCBA-supervised in-home and center-based programming for children with autism. Accepts most commercial insurance under Virginia's ABA mandate.
Virginia requires commercial insurance to cover ABA therapy.
Luray · multi-county
Shenandoah Valley ABA Services
ABA therapy for Page County children through Shenandoah Valley providers. In-home and clinic-based ABA services are available, with several providers operating in the Harrisonburg and Winchester corridors that serve Page County.
Contact Shenandoah Valley Community Services Board about ABA providers currently accepting in Page County.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
Shenandoah Valley ABA Services — Harrisonburg
ABA therapy serving Harrisonburg City through Shenandoah Valley providers. James Madison University's clinical programs occasionally contribute training resources to the local provider community. Accepts commercial insurance under Virginia's ABA mandate.
Ask Shenandoah Valley Community Services Board about current ABA providers accepting new clients in Harrisonburg.
Respite care
Respite care providers giving families a break — in-home, center-based, and overnight.
~3,000 providers nationwide
ARCH National Respite Locator
A free national database of respite providers searchable by state and locality — home care agencies, community-based organizations and state programs. The single best starting point for finding respite anywhere in the country, and it is the tool state agencies themselves point families toward.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Before you pay out of pocket, check what your state's Medicaid waiver funds — respite is covered by nearly every state waiver, and many families never think to ask.
Most states run one
Your state's Lifespan Respite Care Program
Lifespan Respite Care Programs are federally seeded, state-run programs that help families of any age and any disability find and pay for respite — often including vouchers or subsidies that do not depend on having a Medicaid waiver. Most states have one, they are chronically under-used, and they are rarely mentioned by anyone else in the system.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Search for "[your state] Lifespan Respite" or use the ARCH directory. Ask specifically about voucher or subsidy programs — that is the part families most often miss.
Parent & family support
Parent groups, sibling programs, and family peer support.
Luray · multi-county
Autism Society of Virginia — Shenandoah Valley Network
The Autism Society of Virginia connects Page County families to the Shenandoah Valley regional support network, peer groups, and statewide autism programming and advocacy.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
Autism Society of Virginia — Shenandoah Valley Network (Harrisonburg)
The Autism Society of Virginia connects Harrisonburg City families to the Shenandoah Valley regional autism community, peer support, and statewide advocacy. JMU's presence adds academic community resources.
Advocacy & legal
Legal advocates, special education advocates, and disability rights organizations.
Alexandria · multi-county
PEATC — Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center
Virginia's federally funded PTI serves Harrisonburg City families navigating Harrisonburg City Schools. Free IEP advocacy, training, and direct support available statewide.
FREE. Call before any IEP dispute or placement decision.
Harrisonburg · multi-county
PEATC — Shenandoah Valley Outreach
PEATC provides free IEP advocacy, parent training, and special education rights support to Rockingham County and Shenandoah Valley families. Statewide PTI coverage means quality help even in areas with fewer local providers.
FREE. Federally funded PTI. Phone and virtual consultations available.
Staunton · multi-county
PEATC — Shenandoah Valley Outreach (Augusta County)
PEATC provides free IEP advocacy and special education rights support to Augusta County families in Staunton, Waynesboro, and surrounding communities. Virginia's federally funded PTI is an essential resource for any school or evaluation dispute.
FREE. Federally funded PTI. Phone and virtual consultations available.
Activities, clubs & recreation
Clubs, sports, camps, and social programs that welcome autistic children and teens — inclusive, adaptive, and special-needs specific.
200+ locations nationwide
ACEing Autism
Weekly Saturday tennis clinics built specifically for autistic children aged 5 to 18, run by volunteers at more than 200 locations across the country, serving over 7,000 players. Sessions run in six-week blocks of an hour. This is the clearest example of the interest-based model working: the sport supplies the structure, the turn-taking and the reason to be there, so the social side happens sideways rather than being the task.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Cost varies by location — around $120 for a six-week session at some sites, with scholarships available. Use the map on their site to find your nearest program, schedule and local contact.
~4,000 camps nationwide
American Camp Association — camp finder
A free searchable directory of close to 4,000 summer camps that can be filtered for camps serving autistic campers, by distance, session length, activities and cost. The best single starting point for finding a day or overnight camp anywhere in the country.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Registration for specialized camps typically opens December–February and popular overnight camps fill within days. Start the funding conversation in autumn.
Nationwide — find your local chapter
Best Buddies
One-to-one friendship matching between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities, plus employment, leadership and inclusive living programs. Over 4,000 chapters across all 50 states, serving school-age through adult. If what your family wants is a friend rather than an activity, this is the most direct answer in the country.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
A national organization, not a local listing — use the finder on their site, or call 1-800-89BUDDY, to locate your nearest chapter.
Local affiliates across most of the country
Easterseals — camps and recreation
Day and overnight camps run through local Easterseals affiliates, several of them autism-specific, with weekend respite and family camp sessions as well. Many affiliates operate sliding-scale fees, and several camps serve adults alongside children.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Programs vary a great deal between affiliates — check what your nearest one actually runs rather than assuming the national description applies.
Week-long camps hosted nationwide
iCan Shine (iCan Bike)
Teaches people with disabilities to ride a conventional two-wheeled bicycle, using adapted roller bikes over a week-long camp that gradually transfers balance to the rider. Learning to ride a bike is a milestone a lot of autistic children are quietly written off for, and this is the program that most reliably delivers it. Camps are hosted by local organizations across the country, so availability is by host town rather than by chapter.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Check their site for host locations and dates — camps run in different towns each year, so somewhere near you may host this year and not next.
Local chapters in a number of US cities
KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now)
Volunteer-led one-to-one recreation for children and young adults with developmental and physical disabilities, at no cost to families or carers. The one-to-one model is the point: a volunteer is paired with your child for the session, which makes it workable for people who cannot manage a group setting unsupported.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Free to families. Runs through local chapters in a number of US cities rather than everywhere — check whether yours has one.
900+ divisions nationwide
Little League Challenger Division
Baseball for children and adults with a physical or intellectual disability, across more than 900 divisions. The main division serves ages 4–18, or up to 22 if still enrolled in school; the Senior League Challenger Division serves 15 and above with no upper age limit.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Use the league finder on their site to locate the nearest Challenger division, or ask about starting one.
200+ communities
Miracle League
Baseball on purpose-built accessible fields in more than 200 communities. Every player bats and every player scores, so ability differences do not decide the game.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Check their location list for the nearest field — coverage is good but not universal.
Every state — county-level programs
Special Olympics
Year-round sports training and competition at no cost to the athlete or their family, for children and adults alike. Programs run at county level in every state.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Eligibility centers on intellectual disability or a closely related developmental disability. If your child is autistic without an intellectual disability, have a direct conversation about fit before signing up rather than after.
Through local clubs and state associations
TOPSoccer (US Youth Soccer)
The Outreach Program for Soccer — recreational soccer for children and adults with intellectual, emotional or physical disabilities, usually with buddy support on the pitch. Run through ordinary local soccer clubs rather than as a separate organization.
A national programme with local chapters — we have not verified a chapter in this county. Use their finder to locate the nearest one.
Ask your state youth soccer association which local clubs run TOPSoccer — it is often not advertised on the club's own website.
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Helpful guides
Guides for Rockingham 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 Virginia resources
Waivers, PTI centers, and state programs apply to all families in Virginia.
Virginia state guide →Common questions
Answered from the providers currently listed for this county — these update as the directory does.
How many autism providers serve Rockingham County, Virginia?
We list 17 providers serving Rockingham County, covering diagnostic clinics, ABA therapy, parent & family support, early intervention (0–3) and advocacy & legal. Some are based in the county and others serve it from nearby areas. Every listing is reviewed by a person before it is published.
Where can I find ABA therapy in Rockingham County?
ABA providers serving Rockingham County are listed in the ABA therapy section of this page, with phone numbers and websites. Many deliver services in the family's home or at school as well as in a clinic. Ask about waitlists when you call — they vary widely and change month to month.
Are there telehealth autism services for Rockingham County families?
Yes — 2 providers serving Rockingham County offer telehealth or virtual sessions. This is often the fastest route to support for families in rural areas or on long local waitlists.
Can autism therapy happen at home in Rockingham County?
5 providers serving Rockingham County deliver services in the family's home. Many children do better in a familiar setting than in an unfamiliar clinic room, and in-home visits remove the travel burden.
Does Medicaid pay for autism services in Virginia?
Virginia families can apply to the DD Waivers — Community Living, Family & Individual Supports, Building Independence, a Medicaid waiver that can fund respite, therapies and in-home support. The typical wait is By urgency, not by date — Priority 1 is served within about a year, and your place is usually set by the date you apply — so applying early matters even if you are unsure what services you need. Many waivers also disregard parental income, so families who don't qualify for regular Medicaid often still qualify here.
What if I can't find an autism provider in Rockingham County?
If none of the Rockingham County providers is the right fit, these Virginia counties currently have the most listed providers: Fairfax County (35), Prince William County (27), York County (27), Arlington County (26). Many providers travel or offer telehealth, so it is worth calling even if they are not based nearby. You can also tell us about a provider we are missing.
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