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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

Cleveland Clinic Children's Center for Autism - Stow-Falls

Autism evaluations; ABA; speech-language therapy

Ages: Children

KidsLink Neurobehavioral Center

Autism/ABA therapy, speech, OT, psychology; school

Ages: Children

Calibrations Counseling & Consultation - Adult Autism Assessments

Adult autism assessment (MIGDAS-2) by telehealth statewide or limited in person in Barberton; written report; no referral needed

Ages: 18+ (Ohio residents)

Age groups: 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Private pay

Coverage: Private pay $950 with payment plan; insurance not accepted for autism assessments

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

University of Akron Counseling & Testing Center - ASD Assessment

Disability-determination assessment (including ASD) for currently enrolled University of Akron students only; intake and referral required; expect a wait

Ages: Currently enrolled UA students

Coverage: Fees $150-$250 for disability assessment

LLA Therapy - Hudson

Speech, occupational, physical and ABA therapy

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Medicaid accepted (per ASGA directory)

LLA Therapy - Fairlawn

Speech, occupational, physical and ABA therapy

Ages: Children

Coverage: Medicaid accepted (per ASGA directory)

Akron Children's Pediatric Speech and Language Therapy

Pediatric speech-language therapy at Akron and satellite sites

Ages: 0-18

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17

The Center for LifeSkills

Speech and OT; feeding (Mealtime Matters); therapy groups

Ages: Children

Community Speech Services

Evaluation and treatment of speech/language disorders and developmental delays

Ages: Children and adults

Kent State University Speech and Hearing Clinic

Speech-language services incl. social communication for autism

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

University of Akron Audiology and Speech Center

University speech-language and audiology clinic; free community screenings

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Talk On, LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Other. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Starfish Speech

Pediatric speech-language therapy incl. childhood apraxia of speech, AAC, early language (Hanen), stuttering; free 20-min call

Ages: Children

Teaching SLP (Speech Language Play)

Mobile pediatric speech therapy; describes itself as neurodiversity-affirming; parent coaching, early intervention play groups, social groups; online therapy anywhere in Ohio

Ages: Children

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Payment accepted: Private pay

Coverage: Private pay; does not accept insurance (superbill on request)

Bright Futures Therapeutic Services

Speech-language therapy, mental health counseling, child and adult autism evaluations, peer group ages 8-11

BeKids Pediatric Therapy

Play-based speech, occupational, physical and feeding therapy

Ages: 0-18

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17

Payment accepted: Private insurance

Coverage: Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Medical Mutual and more

Innovative Speech & Swallowing Partners, LLC (Innovative Therapy Center)

Speech-language, feeding/swallowing, occupational and physical therapy, and counseling. State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider (state list type: Therapy).

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Medicaid, Private insurance, Private pay, Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship; Jon Peterson; in-network insurance incl. Anthem Medicaid, CareSource, Buckeye; private pay

Akron Children's Rehabilitative Services - Stow

Outpatient OT, speech and feeding therapy

Ages: 0-18

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17

Akron Children's Rehabilitative Services - Boston Heights

Speech, occupational and physical therapy

Ages: 0-18

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17

Akron Children's Pediatric Occupational Therapy

Pediatric OT incl. sensory and fine motor

Ages: 0-18

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17

Wings of Change Therapy / Learning Center

OT, speech, PT; K-12 therapy-based private school

Ages: K-12

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship; Jon Peterson; most private insurance

Fun2BeMe Developmental Therapy

Occupational therapy clinic blending sensory integration (SI) and DIR relationship-based strategies; sensory/motor and social-emotional skills

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

LLA Therapy - Medina

Occupational, speech, physical, reading and ABA therapy; free screening

Ages: Children

Peak Potential Therapy - Norton

Occupational therapy, speech-language therapy, ABA, social skills groups, camps

Ages: Children

Akron Children's PEERS Social Skills Group for Adolescents

Evidence-based PEERS social skills group at the Autism Center: teens and parents attend weekly 90-minute sessions for 14 weeks. For motivated middle and high school students with conversational speech. Enrollment is ongoing.

Ages: Middle and high school students

Cuyahoga Valley Mindful Health & Wellness - Social Skills Groups

Neurodivergent-affirming social skills individual sessions and group workshops by telehealth. Past group dates listed were for summer 2026 (ages 10-12 and 13-19); check the page for current dates. Lists Akron and Hudson among areas served.

Ages: Groups listed for ages 10-12 and 13-19

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17, 18–21

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay

Coverage: Accepting most insurances; $45 flat rate with sliding fee options (per provider)

Peak Potential Therapy - Social Skills Groups

Leveled social skills groups (play, games, crafts, interests); program says it uses play and ABA as the primary medium; 1 day/week

Ages: 3-18

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Coverage: See website for fees

Akron Children's PEERS for Preschoolers

UCLA PEERS social skills program for ages 4-6: 16 weekly 90-minute group sessions; parents learn to coach

Ages: 4-6

Age groups: 4–12

Social Skill Groups - Jay H. Berk, PhD

Social skills groups led by a psychologist, counselor and SLP; parent meetings and goal tracking

Ages: 7-28

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Akron Children's Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)

Play-based, relationship-focused therapy for toddlers and preschoolers at the Zidian Family Autism Center

Ages: Toddlers and preschoolers

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Akron Children's Connections Parent Training

Parent training for families of toddlers and preschoolers newly diagnosed with autism

Ages: Toddlers and preschoolers

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Floortime With Sara

Home-based DIRFloortime for children and teens; online parent coaching

Ages: Children and teens

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Maggie Collins, DIRFloortime Expert

DIRFloortime developmental therapy and caregiver coaching, primarily virtual; early intervention specialist

Domus Mundi

Individual counseling for adults and adolescents; adapts therapy for autistic, ADHD and other neurodivergent clients; gaming and play-based therapy

Ages: Adolescents and adults

Age groups: 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay

Coverage: Self-pay with sliding scale; Aetna, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Cigna/Evernorth

Halasa Wellness

Individual and group psychotherapy for neurodivergent adults (ADHD, autism); in person and telehealth

Ages: Adults

Age groups: 18–21, 22+

Alternative Therapeutics

Neurodiversity-affirming counseling for autistic people and families; also neurofeedback, EMDR, parent coaching

Ages: Children, adolescents, adults

Calibrations Counseling & Consultation - Counseling

Neurodivergent-affirming individual counseling for adults (anxiety, ADHD, autism); mostly telehealth, limited in-person in Barberton

Ages: Adults

Age groups: 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Private insurance

Coverage: Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Anthem

Connected Roots Counseling

Neurodivergent-affirming telehealth therapy for autistic and ADHD teens and adults; therapist is neurodivergent

Ages: Teens and adults

Age groups: 13–17, 18–21, 22+

4KidHelp and Adults

Mental health care for children and adults; lists autism spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities among conditions treated; telehealth

Ages: Children and adults

NEOhio Neurodiversity Network (NEONN)

Neurodivergent-led nonprofit founded by an autistic woman; searchable directory of neurodiversity-affirming resources, community calendar

Ages: All ages

Payment accepted: Free

Coverage: Free

Northeast Ohio Neurodivergent Social Group (NEONSG)

Free social group by and for neurodivergent adults: virtual and in-person events, Discord server

Ages: Adults

Age groups: 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Free

Coverage: Free

Disability Rising CLE (LEAP Advocacy Group)

Community advocacy group led by people with disabilities; self-advocacy and policy education

Ages: 17+

Age groups: 18–21, 22+

Autism Society of Greater Akron (ASGA)

Help line, caregiver support, parent cafes, social clubs, adapted events, water safety

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Coverage: Free/low cost

ASGA Caregiver Virtual Support Group

Monthly virtual group, 3rd Thursday 6:30 pm

Ages: Caregivers

Coverage: Free; registration required

ASGA Friendship Club

Social club, 2nd and 4th Saturdays, Sept-May

Ages: 7-12

Age groups: 4–12

Payment accepted: Free

Coverage: Registration required

ASGA Teen Social Club

Social club, 2nd and 4th Tuesdays

Ages: 13-17

Age groups: 13–17

Coverage: Registration required

ASGA Adult Social Club

Social club, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 7-8 pm, Sept-May

Ages: 18+

Age groups: 18–21, 22+

Coverage: Registration required

ASPIES Greater Akron

Monthly parent meetings

Ages: Parents

Solon Schools OPEN (Organized Parent Education Network)

Family networking and special-education guidance; parent mentor

Ages: Families

Twinsburg City Schools Parent Mentor Program

Special-education and family support guidance

Ages: Families

Payment accepted: Free

Lifeworks Autism Services (formerly Milestones resources)

Help desk, trainings, resource directory; services across the lifespan

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Coverage: Mostly Medicaid; some commercial

Summit County People First Self-Advocacy Group

Self-advocacy group hosted by Summit DD, in person or virtual; most recent meeting notice we found was for May 2026, so ask Summit DD about current dates

People First of Ohio

Statewide self-advocacy organization led by people with disabilities; helps set up local chapters

Ages: Teens through adults

Akron Zoo Sensory Accessibility / Zoothing Hours

Sensory bags, lap pads, AAC board, quiet early-entry Zoothing hours, Zoothing Wild Lights

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Akron-Summit County Public Library - Sensory Inclusive

Sensory bags, lap pads, quiet zones at all branches; Sensory Sensitive Playtime

Ages: 0-5 (playtime); all

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Free

Coverage: Free

Hudson Library Sensory-Friendly Family Storytime

1st Saturday monthly 9:30 am; registration required

Ages: 2-6

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Coverage: Free

Cuyahoga Falls Library Sensory Accommodations and My Five Senses Storytime

Sensory kits, calming corner, weekly sensory storytime

Ages: 2-5

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Coverage: Free

We Rock the Spectrum - Stow

Inclusive sensory kids gym; open play, classes, parties

Ages: Children

Summit Metro Parks - Sensory Inclusive

KultureCity sensory bags, headphones, social stories; program accommodations w/ 72-hr notice

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Coverage: Free

Akron Art Museum - KultureCity Certified

Sensory bags, quiet areas, trained staff

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Downtown Akron autism-friendly places guide

Guide to autism-friendly venues downtown

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

City of Green Sensory Friendly Trick or Treat Trail

Annual smaller-crowd hour at Central Park (Oct)

Ages: Children

Coverage: Free

Akron RubberDucks Autism Awareness Day

Annual game with sensory spaces (July)

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Urban Air Akron - Sensory Hours

Trampoline and indoor adventure park. The venue lists Sensory Hours on the last Sunday of every month, 10 am-12 pm; confirm with the park before you go

Miracle League of Northeast Ohio

Adaptive baseball for individuals with mental and/or physical challenges on an accessible turf field with an accessible playground at Medina Lions Field, Sam Masi Park; the league's page shows no current season dates, so check with the league

Special Olympics Ohio

Year-round sports training and competition in 16 sports (including basketball, bowling, swimming, softball). Summit DD says Special Olympics sports are available throughout Summit County; contact Special Olympics Ohio to learn more

Ages: Children and adults with intellectual disabilities

Cuyahoga Falls AdaptAble Recreation

City recreation program for youth and adults with developmental disabilities at the Quirk Cultural Center; dates are on the city's Parks and Recreation schedule

Ages: Youth and adults

Hudson DREAM Inclusive Playground

Fully inclusive 24,000 sq ft playground for children and adults of all abilities; open daily dawn to dusk

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Barberton Public Library Inclusive Storytimes

Storytimes welcoming to children of all abilities; dates, times and age groups are on the library's children's programming page

Ages: Children

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

Beech Brook Respite Care

Short-term respite care in the home or community for children enrolled in OhioRISE, with flexible evening and weekend scheduling. Beech Brook lists a Summit County office in Akron. Contact: Respite Coordinator, 440-241-1265.

Ages: Under 21 (enrolled in OhioRISE)

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21

Coverage: For children enrolled in OhioRISE

Caregivers Alliance Homecare - Summit County

Non-medical home care including scheduled respite for family caregivers, personal care, homemaker services, companionship and transportation support. Columbus-based intake; lists Summit County as part of its service area and works with Summit DD service coordinators.

Payment accepted: Private pay

Coverage: DODD waivers and listed plans (verify authorization); private pay (per provider)

Summit ESC KIDS FIRST / TOPS

Public educational and therapeutic program for students with ASD

Ages: K-12

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Coverage: District referral

Family Child Learning Center

Early developmental services and parent training

Ages: Young children

The Empire Academy LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Schools and colleges. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship

Hopebridge Akron Autism Therapy Center

ABA; autism diagnostic assessments; OT; speech; feeding; parent training

Ages: 15 months-10 years

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Coverage: Medicaid; most commercial plans

Building Blocks Therapy - Akron

Play-based ABA; parent training; group and play skills

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Private insurance

Coverage: Most major insurance

Clever Bee Academy - Arlington

ABA with speech, OT and trauma support; child care

Ages: 6 weeks-12 years

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Clever Bee Academy - Frederick

ABA with speech, OT and trauma support; child care

Ages: 6 weeks-12 years

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Pivotal ABA Therapy

Full/half-day early intervention ABA; parent training

Ages: 1-6 years

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Payment accepted: Medicaid, Private insurance, Private pay, Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Medical Mutual, Aetna, UHC, Cigna, CareSource, UCHP; private pay

Wolff & Phan Autism Center (Wolff PAC)

In-clinic ABA; parent training; school consultation; diagnosis

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Next Level ABA - Summit County

In-home, school and community ABA; early intervention; social skills; parent training

Ages: Children

Solutions Behavioral Consulting

Center, in-home and school-based ABA

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Epicenter ABA

Clinic, home and school ABA; speech therapy; tutoring partnership

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay, Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Aetna, Anthem, CareSource, Cleveland Clinic plans, Medical Mutual, UHC; Autism Scholarship; Jon Peterson

Peak Potential Therapy - Northfield

ABA (serves Hudson area); sensory regulation spaces

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Ohio Autism Scholarship

Unified Solutions Behavioral Support, LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Therapy. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship

Success On The Spectrum - Rittman

ABA therapy for children with autism, with weekly parent training meetings and a parent viewing room. The SOS site also lists speech therapy, occupational therapy and social skills classes.

Ages: Children (SOS serves children up to age 18)

Payment accepted: Private insurance

Coverage: Accepts most insurance, including CareSource, Buckeye and BCBS (per provider)

BlueSprig - Medina

Center-, home-, community- and school-based ABA therapy. Programs: Sprouts (0-4), Sprigs (4-6), Explorers (7-12) and Trailblazers (13-18, current clients).

Ages: 0-18 (13-18 for current clients)

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17

Payment accepted: Medicaid, Private insurance

Coverage: Most major plans, e.g. BCBS, Aetna, TRICARE, Cigna, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Medicaid; does not take grants or scholarships (per provider)

Awaken Behavioral Services

Center-based ABA therapy, social skills groups, a school readiness program (ages 2-5), parent training and school/home consultations.

Ages: 1-8 years

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay, Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Anthem, Aetna, CareSource, Cigna, Medical Mutual, Optum/UnitedHealthcare; Autism Scholarship; private pay (per provider)

Supersonic ABA

Early-intervention ABA therapy with full-day and part-time sessions, Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.

Ages: 2-7 years

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Insurance (costs depend on plan); accepts the Autism Scholarship (per provider)

Eligius Behavior (telehealth)

Ohio-based telehealth ABA services, parent support, and consultation.

Ages: Children

Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay

Coverage: In-network with Aetna plans in Ohio; private pay (per provider)

Brain Works

Learning and educational therapy services

Ages: Students

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship; Jon Peterson

EA Academy - Cuyahoga Falls (Education Alternatives)

School with CORAL autism services

Ages: School age

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Seton Catholic School

Private school on the state Autism Scholarship list

Ages: PreK-8

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship (per state list)

St. Vincent de Paul Elementary School

Private school on the state Autism Scholarship list

Ages: PreK-8

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship (per state list)

St. Hilary School

Private school on the state Autism Scholarship list

Ages: K-8

Age groups: 4–12, 13–17

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship (per state list)

St. Vincent-St. Mary High School

Private high school on the state Autism Scholarship list

Ages: 9-12

Age groups: 13–17

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Ohio Autism Scholarship (per state list)

Academic Excellence

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Tutoring. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Fun 2 be Me Developmental Therapy, LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Therapy. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Good Nature Therapy Services

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Therapy. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Inspire Connections Therapy

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Therapy. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

LLA Therapy - Akron

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Therapy. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

LLA Therapy - Medina

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Therapy. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Musical Fingers, LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Enrichment and lessons. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

North Coast Tutoring Services

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Tutoring. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

PSI Associates/Affiliates

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Other. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Reaching New Heights, LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Other. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Summit Reads, LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Other. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Therapy and Wellness Connection

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Therapy. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Total Education Solutions

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Other. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship and Jon Peterson Special Needs Scholarship

Transformational Outlook Educational Services, LLC

State-approved Ohio Autism Scholarship provider. Provider type on the state list: Tutoring. Call for services offered.

Payment accepted: Ohio Autism Scholarship

Coverage: Approved for the Ohio Autism Scholarship

Summit DD Adult Day Programs (Center-Based)

Connects eligible adults to certified day programs: day support (independent living, vocational, communication and safety skills), vocational habilitation, or a combination; coordinated by a Summit DD SSA

Ages: Adults

Excel at Hattie Larlham - Stow

Adult day support program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities: community outings, volunteering, daily living skills, learning

Ages: Adults

Excel at Hattie Larlham - Twinsburg

Adult day support program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities: community outings, volunteering, daily living skills, learning

Ages: Adults

Excel at Hattie Larlham - Barberton

Adult day support program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities: community outings, volunteering, daily living skills, learning

Ages: Adults

OOD Vocational Rehabilitation (Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities)

Vocational rehabilitation: assessment, career planning, skills training, job placement, workplace accommodations, on-the-job support; apply at OODWorks.com

OOD Transition Services for Students (Pre-ETS)

Pre-Employment Transition Services, work-based learning, postsecondary counseling, workplace readiness, job search and job coaching for students with disabilities; requested through school staff or local OOD office

Ages: 14-21 (students in an educational program)

Age groups: 13–17, 18–21

Summit DD Community Employment

Employment support through your SSA or RSS: interest and skills assessment, interview and resume help, on-the-job assistance; Summit County Employment Collaborative

Ages: Adults

Overstreet's Travel Salon & Barbershop

Barbershop and salon that says it offers calm, patient, flexible, sensory-friendly care for clients with autism, special needs or sensory sensitivities (venue-provided info). Mobile service also offered.

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Private pay

Akron Smiles Dental Center - Care for Children with Autism

Pediatric dental office with a page describing care adapted for children with autism (provider-provided info).

Ages: Children

Dentistry 4 Kids - Patients with Special Needs

Pediatric dental offices in Fairlawn and Akron offering personalized appointments, flexible scheduling, comfort items such as noise-canceling headphones, and sedation options for children with special needs (provider-provided info).

Ages: Children

ASGA Water Safety Program

One-on-one water safety lessons at the Kohl Family YMCA, developed by ASGA with the Greater Akron YMCA, for people with autism or another developmental disability who can walk unassisted and work one-on-one with an instructor. Session dates are on the program page.

Ages: 6 through adult

InstaSwim - Adaptive Swim Lessons (Cuyahoga Falls area)

One-on-one swim lessons with independent instructors who list special needs experience and travel to a pool you choose in Cuyahoga Falls and nearby Summit County towns. Per-lesson pricing by ZIP code.

Ages: Babies and toddlers, kids, adults

Payment accepted: Private pay

Coverage: Per-lesson pricing (per provider)

Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board (Summit DD)

Eligibility, service coordination, early intervention, community events

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Coverage: Free to eligible

Summit DD Intake/Eligibility

Intake and eligibility determination

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Payment accepted: Free

Summit County Early Intervention (Help Me Grow)

Free early intervention referral and services

Ages: 0-3

Age groups: 0–3

Payment accepted: Free

Coverage: Free to eligible

Ohio Autism Scholarship Program (ODEW)

Scholarship up to $34,000 (2026-27) for IEP/AEP services

Ages: 3-21

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21

Ohio Scholarship Provider Interactive Directory

Official searchable list of Autism/Jon Peterson providers

OCALI (Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence)

Statewide autism resources; Multi-System Navigation Center

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities - Family Resources

Family resources, Ohio Family Network, complex needs consultation

Ages: All ages

Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+

Ohio Autism Insurance Coalition - Find Providers

Provider finder and insurance help

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Social Security

Monthly payments for people with disabilities who have little or no income or resources; children and adults may be eligible

Ages: Children and adults

Ohio DODD Supported Decision-Making Toolkit

Guide to supported decision-making and other alternatives to guardianship; Ohio SDM Help Desk contacts