What's the problem here?
Why the urgency?
There is now a national crisis in services to adults with developmental
disabilities, especially residential services, and especially to those
with autism. The most critical issue is woefully inadequate funding. We
cannot allow another generation of our adults with Autism to go without
the vital services that any humane society knows is necessary for a
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How do I choose a provider?
Every state has different rules, regulations and procedures for finding
and arranging for residential services. Your first step should be to
contact your states Developmental Disability agency. A listing of state
Developmental Disabilities Service agencies is available here. You can click here
to view a list of NARPAA member agencies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Founding meeting in New Orleans, March 2, 2002
MISSION: To assure the availability of residential services and other supports for adults with autism throughout their lives.
GOALS: Some of the goals of NARPAA are identified as follows:
- Promote best practices and quality standards through training
- Open access to underserved populations
- Exchange information members and partners to promote efficiency and effectiveness
- Promote effective public policy relating to the needs of adults with autism