The resources listed in this handbook are provided for informational purposes only. Inclusion of any organization, website, product, or service does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by ASD20. Families are encouraged to evaluate these resources independently to determine their relevance and appropriateness for their individual needs.
These links can help you with Age Milestones to track and support your child’s growth
- Colorado Department of Education Standards by Grade
- Center for Disease Control and Prevention
- Healthline
Resource Links
Legend:
🅐 – AdvocacyⒶ – Autism
Ⓑ – Behavior
Ⓖ – General
Ⓛ – Legal
Ⓜ – Medical
Ⓢ – Support
Ⓣ – Transition
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ABA Across Environments
https://www.abaacrossenvironments.com/
719-301-9644
Based in Colorado, ABA Across Environments provides therapy for children and adolescents ages 2 to 18 years in Colorado Springs and Wilmington, Delaware. We support individuals with autism, fetal alcohol and drug syndrome, Down's syndrome, ADHD, and emotional behavioral disorders.
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ACES – ABA
https://www.acesaba.com/locations/colorado-springs
719-301-4088
Providing expert ABA therapy, ACES Colorado Springs, CO is dedicated to helping children with autism grow in a supportive, individualized environment. Established in 2009, this center has been a beacon of support in the community.
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Ainsley’s Angels
Mission: Together, We Shall educate, advocate, and celebrate inclusive communities while connecting everyone through empowerment and belonging. Promotes inclusion and community awareness, focusing on providing means for others to participate in endurance events.
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Arthritis Foundation – Southern Colorado
https://www.arthritis.org/
719-520-5711
Since 1948, the Arthritis Foundation has led the fight to conquer arthritis, which now affects nearly 60 million adults and hundreds of thousands of children in the United States as well as their families and loved ones.
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Attain ABA Therapy
https://www.attainaba.com/
1-866-625-4740
A national provider of ABA therapy, Attain equips parents and therapists with tools, resources, and clinical expertise to help children unlock their true potential.
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Autism Society – Colorado
https://www.autismcolorado.org/
720-214-0794
Our mission: We create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. Our vision: Creating a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it.
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Autism Vision of Colorado
https://www.autismvisionco.org/
719-210-5895
Autism Vision of Colorado is a 501(c)(3) founded in 2018 and run by volunteers. The mission is to educate the community on autism and awareness, and create a safe place for individuals on the spectrum and their families to meet, support, and advocate within the community.
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Best Buddies International
https://www.bestbuddies.org/
1-800-892-8339
Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), empowering friendships, jobs, communication and advocacy skills, and independent living.
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Care Options for Kids
https://careoptionsforkids.com/locations/colorado
719-623-5463
In-home, in-school, and in-community ST, OT, and PT; assistance for parents/caregivers to become paid caregivers; and Private Duty Nursing.
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Cerebral Palsy Association of Colorado Springs
https://cpfamilynetwork.org/resources/resources-guide/cerebral-palsy-association-of-colorado-springs/
719-638-0808
Provides financial, emotional, and community support to individuals with cerebral palsy and their families; promotes inclusion, equal opportunities, and public education.
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Cheyenne Village, Inc.
https://cheyennevillage.org/
719-592-0200
For over 50 years, Cheyenne Village has provided assistance and support to adults with I/DD. Each person served has a tailored plan to meet unique needs.
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Child Community Services
https://www.childcommunityservices.org/
719-440-6445
Individual therapy, life skills, case management, groups (girls, parenting, LGBTQ). Multidisciplinary care with evidence-based therapies addressing child mental health across settings.
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Child Development Center
https://www.cdcrehab.com/
719-574-8300
Pediatric PT, OT, and Speech/Language Therapy in one setting. Services include supports for autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, school challenges, ADHD/ADD, sensory integration, auditory processing, feeding, and more.
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Children’s Hospital – Colorado
https://www.childrenscolorado.org/
719-305-1234
Specializing in the big things, little things, and everything in between.
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Colorado Legal Services – Colorado Springs Office
https://www.probono.net/oppsguide/organization.135364-colorado_legal_services_colorado_springs_office
719-471-0380
Non-profit providing meaningful access to high-quality civil legal services for low-income and vulnerable Coloradans for over 85 years.
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Colorado Office of Employment First
https://employmentfirstcolorado.org/
303-981-1236
Elevating equitable employment for people with disabilities through collaboration, systems innovation, and training; Employment First centers competitive, integrated work as the primary option.
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Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind
https://www.csdb.org/
719-578-2100
Serves students and families who are deaf, blind, or both; provides statewide outreach and coordinates the Colorado Home Intervention Program (CHIP) for birth–3.
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Colorado Springs Down Syndrome Association
https://csdsa.org/
719-633-1133
Volunteer-based nonprofit (founded 1989) providing encouragement, information, and community for families; promotes awareness of the dignity and potential of people with Down syndrome.
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Colorado Springs Therapeutic Recreation Program
https://coloradosprings.gov/trp
719-385-6964
Opportunities for youth and adults with disabilities to build skills and participate in leisure experiences, with advocacy and inclusion support across general and specialized programs (arts and culture; sports/fitness/aquatics; social enrichment; community integration/leisure education; outdoor adventures).
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Colorado Visiting Nurse Association
https://vnacolorado.org/
719-577-4448
As Colorado’s leading home health care agency, we know that caring for a loved one with an illness can take an emotional toll on a family, and we believe that family members have enough to worry about. You shouldn’t have to worry about choosing the right care provider, too.
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Common Roots
https://commonrootscos.com/
719-578-1227
Common Roots is committed to supporting people with disabilities living and working in the Pikes Peak region through person-centered planning and supports. (Formerly Community Outreach, Inc.)
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Connections Counseling
https://www.connectionscounselingcos.com/
719-428-5125
In-person and virtual therapy for adolescents, adults, couples, and families, including EMDR. Flexible scheduling to meet client needs.
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Cover All Coloradans
https://hcpf.colorado.gov/coverallcoloradans
1-800-221-3943
Expands health coverage to children and pregnant people, regardless of immigration status, with ongoing commitment to accessible pathways to care.
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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation – Rocky Mountain Chapter
https://www.cff.org/chapters/rocky-mountain-chapter
303-296-6610
Connects families to providers and support networks, educates communities to reduce stigma, and advocates for resources to help those affected by CF.
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Department of Human Services (El Paso County)
https://humanservices.elpasoco.com/
719-636-0000
Protects vulnerable residents and provides efficient access to local, state, and federal services, helping families stay together and become self-sufficient.
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Diversus Health (formerly AspenPointe)
https://diversushealth.org/
719-572-6100
High-quality mental and behavioral health care including counseling, psychiatry, addiction services, and crisis support across multiple communities.
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Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)
https://dvr.colorado.gov/
719-635-3585
Believes anyone with a disability who wants to work can work. Provides individualized services that support employment goals and independent living.
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Dungarvin
https://www.dungarvin.com/
719-632-5205
Tailored community-based supports to help individuals live full, productive lives—including assistance with daily personal and household tasks.
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Envida
https://envidacares.org/
719-301-6870
Promotes access and supports independent living through transportation and homecare services, connecting people to community.
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Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado/Wyoming
https://www.epilepsy.com/local/colorado
888-378-9779
Connects people to providers and support networks, educates schools and employers, and empowers individuals and families affected by epilepsy.
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Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) – Military
https://carson.armymwr.com/programs/acs/exeptional-familymember-program
719-526-4590
Provides comprehensive support to military family members with special needs, including coordination of therapy, education, and related services.
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Family Support Center
https://www.fscautism.com/
719-540-2108
Multidisciplinary clinic specializing in autism: ABA therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology with coordinated planning for children.
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Family Voices Colorado
https://www.familyvoicesco.org/
1-303-877-1747
Helps families navigate public and private health systems, insurance, waivers, and services so children with special health care needs can access care.
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Feel the Beat
https://www.feelthebeat.dance/
303-816-8683
Colorado-based nonprofit and dance studio with bone-conduction dance floor, making music accessible for Deaf/Hard of Hearing students and others.
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Fitness to Drive
https://www.fitnesstodrive.org/
719-231-6657
Specialized occupational therapy services for driver safety delivered by Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists for physical/cognitive needs.
🅐 Ⓖ Ⓢ Ⓣ
Foundation for Successful Living (FSL)
https://www.thefsl.org/
719-227-3939
Empowers individuals with disabilities to discover passions, engage in the community, and move toward independence through personal relationships and meaningful opportunities.
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Goodwill Industries – Colorado
https://goodwillcolorado.org/services/
719-635-4483
Customized, innovative programs for individuals, families, and businesses, including disability supports and job services.
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Head Start (CPCD)
https://www.cpcdheadstart.org/
719-635-1536
Comprehensive early childhood services that prepare children for success in partnership with diverse families and the community.
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El Paso County Public Health
https://www.elpasocountyhealth.org/
719-578-3199
Broad spectrum of services addressing ongoing and critical public health and safety issues for the community.
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Health First Colorado (Medicaid)
https://www.healthfirstcolorado.com/
1-800-221-3943
Coverage includes physical health, dental, and behavioral health benefits.
Some services may include a co-pay.
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Help Autism Center
https://helpautism.org/
719-301-6507
Helps families find resources for services and therapies; coordinates supports with public and private organizations. Includes Help Autism Service Dogs and ranch program initiatives.
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Job Corps
https://enroll.jobcorps.gov
1-800-733-5627
Free education and training program for eligible 16–24 year-olds to learn a career, earn a high school diploma or equivalent, and find/keep a good job.
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Joint Initiatives for Youth + Families
https://www.jointinitiatives.org/
719-630-0927
Nonprofit coordinating data-driven, collaborative solutions across community partners for prevention, intervention, and family supports (0–21).
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March of Dimes
https://www.marchofdimes.org/
719-473-9981
Works to end preventable maternal risks and deaths, prevent preterm birth and infant death, and close health equity gaps for families.
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UCHealth – Memorial Hospital
https://www.uchealth.org/locations/uchealth-memorial-hospital-central/
719-635-5000
Award-winning 413-bed hospital with comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services across multiple locations.
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Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA)
https://www.mda.org/
800-572-1717
Leading voluntary health organization for muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases—advancing research, care, and family supports.
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Need Project
Supports parents and caregivers of those with special needs with local resources and connections to providers.
🅐 Ⓖ Ⓢ
Our House – Bright Futures
https://ourhouseinc.org/
719-477-0109
Day and residential programs grounded in dignity, safety, and respect to help individuals with disabilities reach their potential.
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Parents Encouraging Parents (PEP)
https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/pep
720-237-4600 or 303-866-6943
Family-centered conferences offering support, information, and education for Colorado parents and professionals—focused on commonalities, not diagnoses.
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Parent Guidance
Education and therapeutic support to empower you as you support your child’s mental health.
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Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (City of Colorado Springs)
https://coloradosprings.gov/PRCS
719-385-5940
Steward of a diverse park system that enriches the community through inclusive opportunities for health, activity, culture, and engagement.
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PEAK Parent Center
https://www.peakparent.org/
719-531-9400
Training, information, and technical assistance empowering families of children (birth–26, all disability labels) to advocate successfully. Includes an Early Childhood Resource Library: https://www.peakparent.org/content/early-childhood-resource-library/
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Pikes Peak Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES)
https://www.ppboces.org/
719-570-7474
Supports educational priorities of districts and communities through collaboration, innovation, and quality services.
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Pikes Peak Library District
https://ppld.org/
719-531-3333
14 facilities, mobile services, and an extensive online hub providing inclusive resources, programs, and welcoming spaces for all.
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Pikes Peak Therapeutic Riding Center
https://peakradar.com/organization/pikes-peak-therapeutic-riding-center/
719-495-3908
Equine-assisted activities and therapy enhancing lives of people with disabilities and special needs in the Pikes Peak region.
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Resonate – Music Therapy
https://www.resonatemt.com/
719-354-0893
Clinical, evidence-based music therapy and music lessons for individuals and groups to support emotional, communication, and social goals.
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Riseup Fellowship
https://www.rup.org/
719-447-9333
Inclusive residential, academic, and community programs for individuals with I/DD and neurodiversity, building independence and confidence.
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Ronald McDonald House – Southern Colorado
https://rmhcsoutherncolorado.org/
719-471-1814
Fully accessible “home-away-from-home” for families with children receiving medical care; near hospitals and community amenities.
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Sandstone Care – Colorado Springs Mental Health Center
https://www.sandstonecare.com/locations/colorado-springs-mental-health/
1-888-901-8848
Evidence-based outpatient programming (IOP/PHP) for teens and young adults, addressing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and more.
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School to Work Alliance Program (SWAP)
https://www.asd20.org/programs/swap/
Michelle Casner, 719-234-1377 –
Morgan Markewich, 719-234-1369
Assists young adults in the transition from school to employment, creating career pathways, filling case management gaps, and strengthening collaboration between DVR and local districts/BOCES.
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Shriners Children’s
https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en
855-236-9944 (out of Colorado)
Compassionate pediatric specialty care for more than a century, delivered by prestigious doctors and care teams.
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Special Kids Special Families (SKSF)
https://sksfcolorado.org/
719-447-8983
Colorado 501(c)(3) offering respite and care for children and adults with disabilities, with community supports across the lifespan.
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The Arc Pikes Peak Region
https://www.thearcppr.org/
719-471-4800
Defenders of the rights of people with I/DD with free services across the lifespan, including advocacy, guardianship, and education supports.
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The Independence Center
https://www.theindependencecenter.org/
719-471-8181 | TDD 719-358-2513
Nonprofit Center for Independent Living helping people with disabilities create independence and thrive; Deaf & Hard of Hearing program supports individual and systemic inclusion.
🅐 Ⓖ Ⓢ
The Resource Exchange (TRE)
https://www.tre.org/
719-380-1100
Person-centered coordination and partnerships for approximately 13,000 people across the region with disabilities, delays, mental health, or long-term care needs.
🅐 Ⓐ Ⓑ Ⓖ Ⓢ
The Resource Exchange – Early Childhood Services
https://www.tre.org/services/early-intervention/
719-577-9190
Hybrid parent-child coaching in-home and via telehealth, promoting learning in familiar settings and connecting families to evidence-based classes.
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Thrive Psychological Solutions
https://www.thrivepsychologicalsolutions.net/
719-284-1288
Multidisciplinary team specializing in early childhood assessments with whole-child approach across home, school, and community settings.
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UCCS – Disability Services
https://disability.uccs.edu/
719-255-3354
Facilitates equal access to institutional opportunities through accommodations, training, and collaboration in line with ADAAA and current legislation.
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Woven Care (formerly Shandy Clinic)
https://www.wovencare.com/
719-597-0822
Comprehensive, coordinated pediatric therapy with interdisciplinary care to support every stage of development and help each child reach their potential.