Resources

1. Family Center for Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs (MDHHS)
A statewide, parent driven program offering emotional support, referrals, sibling groups, and parent to parent connections.
• Email: cshcsfc@michigan.gov
• Phone: (800) 359 3722
• Website: https://www.michigan.gov/cshcs
• Best For: Families seeking guidance, emotional support, and help navigating health or developmental needs.

2. Autism Alliance of Michigan (AAoM)
Michigan’s leading autism resource hub providing navigation support, safety programs, employment services, and community education.
• Phone: (877) 463 2266
• Website: https://autismallianceofmichigan.org
• Best For: Autism services, statewide resource navigation, and family support.

3. MiNavigator (Autism Alliance of Michigan)
A free statewide service that helps families locate evaluations, therapy providers, recreational programs, and community supports.
• Website: https://autismallianceofmichigan.org/minavigator (autismallianceofmichigan.org in Bing)
• Best For: Personalized help finding autism related services anywhere in Michigan.

4. Michigan Alliance for Families
A Parent Training and Information Center offering guidance on special education, IEPs, early intervention, and disability rights.
• Phone: (800) 292 7851
• Website: https://www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org
• Best For: Families navigating school supports, IEPs, and special education services.

5. Autism Family Network (Grand Rapids)
A community focused nonprofit offering parent seminars, family fun events, support groups, and a lending library.
• Email: help@myautismfamilynetwork.org
• Phone: (616) 426 9467
• Website: https://myautismfamilynetwork.org
• Best For: Local family activities, caregiver workshops, and community support.