Oklahoma Autism Network At A Glance

The Oklahoma Autism Network works to improve the lives of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families. With numerous priorities, the Oklahoma Autism Network has focused its efforts to:

Coordinate the development and implementation of the Autism Pilot Program;

Offer a toll-free information & referral line, 1-877-2AUTISM (1-877-228-8476), to help link families with services;

Provide trainings and technical assistance for parents, educators, and professionals;

Coordinate the Oklahoma City Professional Autism Coalition (OPAC);

Provide professional resources for educators and other professionals;

Provide information on Oklahoma state programs and other financial resources;

Disseminate current evidence-based information about autism spectrum disorders and effective interventions;

Promote autism awareness to the general public through collaboration with support groups, businesses, parents, and citizens;

Offer a resource center that includes a library with books, videos, and access to tools to create low-tech supports, such as visual schedules and picture boards; and

Collaborate with higher education, state agencies, parent initiatives and other programs to continually improve systems of services and supports including community supports for families, workforce development, policies and procedures, funding, and legislation.