Local Autism Resources in Greensboro, NC
Clinics, programs, parks and people in Guilford and Forsyth counties that help families of autistic kids, from Greensboro and High Point to Winston-Salem. Each one was checked against the organization's own website, and there are no sponsored listings.
Getting a diagnosis
Where to get an evaluation, and who to call first for a child under 3.
Ages 0-3
Greensboro CDSA
Free evaluation
Early intervention
Guilford County's early intervention office for babies and toddlers under 3. A parent can make the referral, and the evaluation costs nothing.
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Ages 3 and 4
Guilford County Schools Exceptional Children's Preschool Program
School district
Screenings
Preschool
Guilford County Schools' preschool special education office for children ages 3 and 4. Call to ask for a developmental screening and evaluation.
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All ages
UNC TEACCH Autism Program, Greensboro Center
Insurance
Referral needed
UNC's autism program offers evaluations and therapy at its Revolution Mill office. A professional who knows your child sends the referral form first.
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Ages 0-3
Winston-Salem CDSA
Free evaluation
Early intervention
Forsyth County's early intervention office for babies and toddlers under 3. A parent can make the referral, and the evaluation costs nothing.
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Alpaca Health
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Paying for care
Medicaid, the Innovations Waiver, SSI, grants and local charities.
All ages
Forsyth County Department of Social Services, Medicaid
Medicaid
County program
Walk-in
The county office where Forsyth families apply for NC Medicaid. Walk in on a weekday with no appointment, apply online, or call with questions.
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All ages
Guilford County Department of Social Services, Medicaid
Medicaid
County program
Apply by phone
The county office where Guilford families apply for NC Medicaid online, by phone, or in person in Greensboro or High Point.
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All ages
Trillium Health Resources
Medicaid
Tailored Plan
Innovations waitlist
The public health plan for Tailored Plan members in Guilford County. Call to ask about the NC Innovations Waiver waitlist.
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All ages
Vaya Partners
Medicaid
Tailored Plan
Innovations waitlist
The public health plan for Tailored Plan members in Forsyth County. Call ACCESS Member Services to ask about the NC Innovations Waiver waitlist.
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All ages
NC ABLE
Savings account
Statewide
Savings accounts for people whose disability began before age 46, so families can save for disability costs and keep SSI and Medicaid.
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All ages
NC Lifespan Respite Program
Respite
Referral needed
Statewide
Pays family caregivers back for part of the cost of respite care each year. A local agency fills out the application for you.
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All ages
NC Medicaid 1915(i) Services
Free
Medicaid
While you wait
Free home and community services for NC Medicaid members with I/DD, including people still waiting for the Innovations waiver.
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All ages
NC Medicaid Ombudsman
Medicaid help
Statewide
A help line for NC Medicaid members and families with questions, or with a problem they can't solve with their provider or health plan.
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Parent groups and advocates
People who have done this before and will pick up the phone.
Birth to 26
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center (ECAC)
Free
Spanish
Statewide
North Carolina's parent training and information center. It gives free help to families of children with special needs, including before IEP meetings.
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Family Support Network of Central Carolina
Free
Parent to parent
Support groups
Free parent-to-parent support, parent groups and sibling programs for Guilford County families of children with disabilities or special health care needs.
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Birth to 21
Family Support Network of Greater Forsyth
Free
Parent to parent
Spanish
Free parent-to-parent support, groups and workshops for Forsyth County families of children with special needs from birth to age 21.
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Disability Rights North Carolina
Legal rights
Free
Statewide
North Carolina's protection and advocacy agency, based in Raleigh. Free legal help for people with disabilities anywhere in the state, including school problems.
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School help
The district offices, scholarships and programs that shape your child's school day.
Preschool to grade 12
Guilford County Schools Exceptional Children Services
School district
IEP help
Parent liaison
Guilford County Schools' special education department. Its EC parent liaison answers questions and helps families through IEPs and the special education process.
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Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Exceptional Children Department
School district
Special education
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools' special education department, in the district's administrative building. Call about special education services for your child.
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ESA+ Scholarship (Education Student Accounts)
State scholarship
K-12
Opens in February
State scholarship for students with disabilities who need special education. It pays for private school tuition and approved costs like speech therapy and tutoring.
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The Arc of High Point, The Arc@School
Education advocate
IEP help
Education advocates who help families of children with developmental disabilities prepare for IEP and 504 meetings and work through school disagreements.
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Places to play and explore
Parks, libraries, museums and sports with quieter hours or adapted programs.
All ages
Greensboro Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation (AIR)
City program
Inclusion help
Adaptive sports
Greensboro Parks and Recreation's team for people of all abilities, with adaptive programs and help joining any city recreation program.
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All ages
Greensboro Public Library, Glenn McNairy Branch
Sensory storytime
Autism afternoon
Greensboro branch library with a monthly Autism Afternoon and a Sensory Storytime that uses a visual schedule, sensory bins and free play.
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Greensboro Science Center
Sensory backpacks
Sensory nights
Greensboro's science center lends free sensory backpacks and holds after-hours Sensory Friendly Nights with fewer crowds, lights and sounds.
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Winston-Salem Specialized and Adaptive Recreation
City program
Summer camp
Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks programs for people with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities, including a summer camp.
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Babies and children
Forsyth County Public Library, Sensory Storytime
Sensory storytime
Library
Forsyth County library storytime for children with autism, ADHD or sensory processing challenges, with stories, songs and play at each child's comfort level.
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Special Olympics Forsyth County
Free
Year-round sports
Free sports training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities in Forsyth County, run with Winston-Salem Recreation and Parks.
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Special Olympics Guilford County
Free
Year-round sports
Unified sports
Year-round training and competition in many sports for Guilford County athletes with intellectual disabilities, plus Unified teams in schools.
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Ages 3 and up
YMCA of Greensboro Diverse Abilities Swim Lessons
Adaptive swim
One-on-one
One-on-one swim and water safety lessons for children 3 and up with developmental, intellectual or physical disabilities, at the Ragsdale Family YMCA in Jamestown.
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Dentists, haircuts and everyday care
Appointments that go better when the office already knows autism.
All ages
NC Assistive Technology Program, Greensboro Center
Device loans
State program
State program with a Greensboro center where families can see assistive technology in action and borrow devices for a short time.
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All ages
NC Assistive Technology Program, Winston-Salem Center
Device loans
State program
State program with a Winston-Salem center where families can see assistive technology in action and borrow devices for a short time.
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The Centers for Exceptional Children
Child care
Speech therapy
Occupational therapy
Winston-Salem nonprofit with child care and early education for children with disabilities, plus physical, speech and occupational therapy.
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Children and adults
UNCG Speech and Hearing Center
Speech therapy
Hearing tests
Telehealth
UNCG's campus clinic for speech, language and hearing care, seeing children and adults in person, curbside or by telehealth.
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Help in a crisis
Numbers to keep in your phone for the hard days.
All ages
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Free
24/7
Spanish
Call, text or chat 988 any time, day or night, for free and confidential help from a trained counselor.
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Daymark Forsyth Behavioral Health Urgent Care
24/7
Walk-in
Crisis care
Walk-in behavioral health urgent care in Winston-Salem, open around the clock for a mental health or substance use crisis. No appointment needed.
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All ages
Trillium Health Resources Behavioral Health Crisis Line
24/7
Mobile crisis
Trillium Health Resources' 24/7 crisis line for Guilford County Medicaid members, answered by trained, licensed clinicians at any hour.
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All ages
Vaya Partners Behavioral Health Crisis Line
24/7
Mobile crisis
Vaya Partners' 24/7 crisis line for Forsyth County and the rest of its region. A trained professional helps by phone and can send a mobile crisis team.
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Teens, adults and community life
Work, independence and places to belong after high school.
NC Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities, Greensboro Office
Vocational rehab
State program
North Carolina's vocational rehabilitation office in Greensboro. It helps people with disabilities get ready for, find and keep jobs.
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NC Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities, Winston-Salem Office
Vocational rehab
State program
North Carolina's vocational rehabilitation office in Winston-Salem. It helps people with disabilities get ready for, find and keep jobs.
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The Arc of Greensboro
I/DD
Job support
Social events
Local disability nonprofit with social events, Challenger sports, job training and respite for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Adults
The Arc of High Point, Wild & Free Day Program
Day program
Life skills
Job skills
A day program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in High Point, built around independent living, creative arts and job skills.
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Adults
YMCA of Greensboro Adult Autism Programs
Social groups
Job readiness
YMCA of Greensboro groups where neurodivergent adults, including autistic adults, build friendships, confidence and independence with peers.
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Questions Greensboro parents ask
How do I get my child evaluated for autism in Greensboro?
For a child under 3, call the Greensboro CDSA at 743-902-5400, where the evaluation is free. For ages 3 and 4, the Guilford County Schools Exceptional Children's Preschool Program at 336-294-7473 screens and evaluates for special education. For an autism diagnosis, UNC TEACCH's Greensboro Center evaluates children after a professional who knows your child sends a referral form.
How do I get on the NC Innovations waiver waitlist in Guilford or Forsyth County?
Guilford County families apply through Trillium Health Resources at 877-685-2415, and Forsyth County families call Vaya Partners at 888-235-4673. NC Medicaid says anyone can apply regardless of age, income or insurance. While you wait, ask about NC Medicaid 1915(i) services, which do not affect your spot on the waitlist.
How do Greensboro and Winston-Salem families apply for NC Medicaid?
Guilford County families apply online through ePASS, by phone at 336-641-3000, or in person at 1203 Maple St. in Greensboro or 325 E. Russell Ave. in High Point. Forsyth County families can walk in on a weekday at 741 North Highland Avenue in Winston-Salem or apply online. Alpaca Health verifies North Carolina Medicaid and private insurance before the first session.
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