Beech Brook Respite Care

Shelter Care Respite Care Program

Planned short-term residential respite (up to four days) for Summit County youth living with a parent or guardian; not autism-specific

Ages: 11-17

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Akron Children's Autism Diagnostic Clinic

ADOS, speech-language, developmental testing; feedback with psychologist

Ages: Children

Akron Children's Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics

Evaluation and care for autism, developmental and behavioral concerns

Ages: Children

REACH Behavioral Health - Autism Evaluations (Akron/Springfield office)

Autism evaluations using the ADOS for children and adults; no referral needed. REACH's page says it currently has no waitlist (checked Oct 29, 2026). Offers ABA, counseling and psychiatry after diagnosis

Ages: Children 2+ and adults

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay

Coverage: Most major insurance plans (per REACH); cash payment option