We connect with caregivers worldwide to share Els for Autism expertise. Caregivers receive individualized guidance regardless of location, and our experts connect them with personally vetted resources in their immediate area.
Care Coordination at Els for Autism helps individuals with autism, clients, and their caregivers navigate programs, services, and resources within the organization and through trusted external partners. Caregivers reach out from across the country and around the world, and Care Coordination is designed to make accessing support clear, welcoming, and easy to understand.
Caregivers and clients are connected with a dedicated point of contact who answers questions, helps identify needs, and guides them to the most appropriate programs or services. This service provides individualized guidance and trusted connections, helping caregivers and clients feel informed, supported, and confident as they explore available options.
Care Coordination helps caregivers and clients:
- Learn about available programs and services
- Identify the best fit based on individual needs and goals
- Connect with appropriate team members or community resources
- Understand next steps for enrollment or participation
How the Care Coordination Process Works
Caregivers and clients can reach out through the website or by direct contact to inquire about services. During the initial conversation, a few brief questions are asked to better understand the individual’s needs and interests.
Based on this information, caregivers and clients are guided to appropriate programs, services, or team members within Els for Autism, as well as to external resources when helpful.
Information Collected During Initial Inquiry
To support appropriate service connections, the following information may be collected during the initial inquiry and securely tracked:
- Full name
- Age
- Gender identification
- Program or services of interest
- Zip code or geographic area (state, country)
- Race or ethnicity (optional, for demographic tracking)
- Phone number
- Email address
- Current involvement in other programs or services, within Els for Autism or externally
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Brief Intake Survey
A short intake survey may be completed during the initial Care Coordination conversation to help better understand needs, interests, and goals. This information supports personalized guidance and appropriate service recommendations.
Please note: Completing organization surveys helps secure grant funding that allows Els for Autism to continue providing essential Care Coordination services. Participation and feedback are greatly appreciated.
Resource Guide
As part of Care Coordination, caregivers and clients may be referred to the Els for Autism Resource Guide (coming soon), which includes internal programs and trusted external community resources to support informed decision‑making.
