As part of the reorganization effort, the Agency of Human Services created a statewide position with a special focus on autism spectrum disorders. The Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL), Division of Disability and Aging Services hired an Autism Specialist, Clare McFadden in June 2005. Her primary role is to develop and enhance the system of support in the home and community for people with autism spectrum disorders. She can work with community agencies, support groups and government departments to address system issues, enhance service delivery and develop or provide training. She can also help people brainstorm ideas, find information and locate resources.

Clare McFadden is working closely with Claire Bruno, the autism consultant with the Department of Education, to identify autism needs and resources in the state. Claire’s primary focus is on developing systems of support and professional development in and for schools statewide for students with autism spectrum disorders.

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What's New for Autism Supports

Vermont Autism Planning Steering Committee - Upcoming Meetings

• April 16th, 2008, 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Conference Room 1C, Weeks Building, State Office Complex, 103 South Main Street, Waterbury

• May 1st, 2008, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm , Room 266, Asa Bloomer State Office Building, Rutland

• May 13th, 2008, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Room 100, Stanley Hall, State Office Complex, 103 South Main Street, Waterbury

• May 27th, 2008, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm, Maple Leaf Conference Room, Gifford Medical Center, Randolph

Vermont Autism Planning Committee

• Reports

  • Report to the Legislature to Address Services for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (January 2008)
    
  • Autism Report to Legislature WWW Links to Relevant Documents
    
  • Sub-Committee Reports to the Steering Committee
  • Goals and Projections Report (November 2007)
  • Short Report to Steering Committee From Best Practice Committee (November 2007)
  • Profile Committee Report (November 2007)
    Current State of Services and Supports in Vermont for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Their Families-Report of the Vermont Act 35 Autism Plan Profile Committee to the Steering Committee
  • Public Education Committee Report (November 2007)
  • Outreach, Education, and Workforce Development Committee Report (November 2007)
  • Summary of Themes/Issues from Public Comments on Vermont Services for People with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Summary of Themes/Issues from Public Comments on Vermont Services for People with Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • Survey Results-Possible Priorities for Autism Plan for Services-Summary All Roles
  • Comments from Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Responses from the Focus Forum for Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Survey Monkey Results
    A breakdown of responses from the survey monkey completed by parents, individuals with autism spectrum disorder and professionals.
  • Results of Survey Monkey Regarding Autism Spectrum Disorders (October 19, 2007–November 3, 2007)
  • Autism Support in Vermont
    A description of eligibility, funding sources, numbers of individuals receiving services, estimated current and project costs.
  • Autism Supports in Vermont
  • Proposal for Regional Autism Centers
    A draft proposal for creating regional autism centers across the state of Vermont.
  • Proposal for Regional Autism Centers (August 4, 2006)