Diagnostic Resources
The successful navigation of autism starts with an accurate diagnosis. Autism Toolkit has identified diagnostic centers across Georgia that can be trusted to provide concerned families and individuals with an honest assessment and clear next steps.
Name: Psychological Center for Growth and Development – Thomasville Autism Center
Address: 211 Pleasant Home Road, Suite G1, Augusta, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-364-4599
Email: frontoffice@gapsych.com
Website: https://gapsych.com/
Insurances Accepted: Not listed
Name: Evans Psychology Group
Address: 4571 Cox Rd C, Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-888-0299
Email: Henle@evanspsychologygroup.com
Website: https://evanspsychologygroup.com/index.html
Insurances Accepted: Does not bill insurance
You can find additional locations that can do diagnostic testing by searching for “Diagnosis” on the Directory page of the Autism ToolKit (https://www.autismtoolkit.org/directory/).
Autism Resources
Early Intervention Resources
When autism is detected early in a child’s life, early intervention treatments may have significant impacts on the their development. These treatments take place during the earliest formative years, when a child’s brain is its most “elastic.” Both in-person and remote early intervention services are available.
You can find additional locations that can provide early intervention services by searching for “Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Early Intervention Therapies” on the Directory page of the Autism ToolKit (https://www.autismtoolkit.org/directory/).
In-Clinic Early Intervention
In-clinic early intervention services are services that are done at a clinic that has a brick-and-mortar address. These are services where you would drive your child to a specific location to receive treatment.
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Name: ABLE Kids
Address: 811 Telfair St, Augusta, GA 30901 and 9 other locations
Phone Number: 706-842-5330
Email: Message on website contact page
Website: https://ablekids.com/
Insurances Accepted: Most major plans including Medicaid and TRICARE
Type of Therapy: EI, ABA, Speech, OT, Educational Support
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Name: Autism, Advocacy, and Intervention
Address: 2609 Commons Blvd, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 802-487-9421
Email: Referral@autismai.com
Website: https://autismai.com/
Insurances Accepted: Not stated on website
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: Surpass Behavioral Health
Address: 3830 Washington Road, Suite 2 Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 762-222-7629
Email: intake@surpassbh.com
Website: https://surpassbehavioralhealth.com/locations/martinez-ga/
Insurances Accepted: Medicaid, Cigna, BCBS, Tricare
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: Mindful Mentality
Address: 3633 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA, USA
Phone Number: 706-817-4149
Email: services@mindfulmentalityllc.org
Website: https://www.mindfulmentality.org/
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, BCBS, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: BlueSprig – Augusta
Address: 1237 Augusta West Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 762-685-4340
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.bluesprigautism.com/centers/georgia/bluesprig-augusta/?ga4id=GA1.1.426751252.1784740952
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Aetna, Humana, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA, Basic feeding therapy
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Name: BlueSprig – Evans
Address: 4106 Columbia Road, Ste 101, Augusta, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-426-0583
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.bluesprigautism.com/centers/georgia/bluesprig-evans/?ga4id=GA1.1.426751252.1784740952
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Aetna, Humana, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA, Basic feeding therapy
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Augusta
Address: 1212 Augusta W Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/augusta-georgia-clinic/
Insurances Accepted: Not listed
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Evans
Address: 4490 Washington Rd. Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-250-0022
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/evans-ga-clinic/
Insurances Accepted: Not listed
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Martinez
Address: 231 Furys Ferry Rd Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/martinez-georgia-clinic/
Insurances Accepted: No mentioned on website
Type of Therapy Done: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
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Name: Circle City ABA
Address: 3670 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-640-2431
Email: admissions@circlecityaba.com
Website: https://circlecityaba.com/augusta-ga/
Insurances Accepted: Accepts most insurance plans, medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: Live Oak Behavioral Services
Address: 4143 Columbia Rd. Suite B Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-755-2785
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.liveoakcsra.org/
Insurances Accepted: Tricare East, Medicaid, CareSource, Cigna, Anthem BCBS, United HealthCare, UMR
Type of Therapy: ABA, IEP support
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Name: Reaching Milestones – Evans Center
Address: 624 Ponder Pl Dr, Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-863-9699
Email: Message on website
Website: https://reachingmilestones.com/
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Tricare, Magellan, Trustmark, ComPsych, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: Reaching Milestones – Evans Town Park Center
Address: 400 Town Park Boulevard, Suite 400, Evans, Ga 30809
Phone Number: 706-921-3092
Email: Message on website
Website: https://reachingmilestones.com/
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Tricare, Magellan, Trustmark, ComPsych, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: Proud Moments ABA – Augusta
Address: 4051 Jimmie Dyess Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-640-5832
Email: info@proudmomentsaba.com
Website: https://www.proudmomentsaba.com/augusta-ga-aba-therapy
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Cigna, Medicaid, Optum, Tricare, Most major insurance plans
Type of Therapy Done: ABA
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Name: Proud Moments ABA – Evans
Address: 2550 Trade Center Dr., Suite G, Evans, GA 30809, United States
Phone Number: 706-723-8458
Email: info@proudmomentsaba.com
Website: https://www.proudmomentsaba.com/augusta-ga-aba-therapy
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, Cigna, Medicaid, Optum, Tricare, Most major insurance plans
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: Inspire ABA Services
Address: 805 Oakhurst Dr St, Suite A, Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-572-6031
Email: info@inspireabaservices.com
Website: https://www.inspireabaservices.com/
Insurances Accepted: Not listed on website
Type of Therapy: ABA
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Name: A Perfect Fit ABA
Address: 1062 Alexander Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-955-7687
Email: info@perfectfitaba.com
Website: https://www.perfectfitaba.com/
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, Optum
Type of Therapy: ABA
Remote Early Intervention
Remote early intervention services includes services that are done in-home, in-school, in-community, or virtually. To receive these services, a technician will go to where your child is, or you and your child will receive services using a computer or tablet.
If you would like to find additional options for remote or in-home early intervention therapies, please visit: https://www.autismtoolkit.org/resource/the-early-intervention-phone-book/ .
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Name: Autism, Advocacy, and Intervention
Address: 2609 Commons Blvd, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 802-487-9421
Email: Referral@autismai.com
Website: https://autismai.com/
Insurances Accepted: Not stated on website
Type of Therapy: ABA
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): In-home, Clinic, Telehealth, School
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Name: Skyward Spectrum
Address: 246 Robert C Daniel Jr Pkwy #1051 Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-434-8188
Email: Message on website
Website: https://skywardspectrum.com/
Insurances Accepted: Peachstate, Amerigroup, CareSource, Anthem/BCBS, Aetna, Medicaid. Georgia Department of Community Health
Type of Therapy: ABA
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): In-home, Telehealth, School
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Name: Magnolia Bloom Behavior Solutions
Address: 823 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30901
Phone Number: 706-993-3829
Email: hello@magnoliab.com
Website: https://magnoliabloombehavior.com/#home-page
Insurances Accepted: Humana, Tricare, Medicaid, Evernorth, Aetna, Peachstate, Cigna, Amerigroup
Type of Therapy: ABA, IEP Support, Speech Therapy, OT
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): In-home, School
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Name: BlueSprig – Augusta
Address: 1237 Augusta West Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 762-685-4340
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.bluesprigautism.com/centers/georgia/bluesprig-augusta/?ga4id=GA1.1.426751252.1784740952
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Aetna, Humana, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA, Basic feeding therapy
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, School, In-home
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Name: BlueSprig – Evans
Address: 4106 Columbia Road, Ste 101, Augusta, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-426-0583
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.bluesprigautism.com/centers/georgia/bluesprig-evans/?ga4id=GA1.1.426751252.1784740952
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Aetna, Humana, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA, Basic feeding therapy
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, School, In-home
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Augusta
Address: 1212 Augusta W Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/augusta-georgia-clinic/
Insurances Accepted: Not listed
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, Home, Community Based
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Evans
Address: 4490 Washington Rd. Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-250-0022
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/evans-ga-clinic/
Insurances Accepted: Not listed
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, Home, Community Based
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Martinez
Address: 231 Furys Ferry Rd Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/martinez-georgia-clinic/
Insurances Accepted: No mentioned on website
Type of Therapy Done: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
Where Therapies are Performed: Clinic, Home, Community Based
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Name: Reaching Milestones – Evans Center
Address: 624 Ponder Pl Dr, Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-863-9699
Email: Message on website
Website: https://reachingmilestones.com/
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Tricare, Magellan, Trustmark, ComPsych, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, In-home
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Name: Reaching Milestones – Evans Town Park Center
Address: 400 Town Park Boulevard, Suite 400, Evans, Ga 30809
Phone Number: 706-921-3092
Email: Message on website
Website: https://reachingmilestones.com/
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem BCBS, Cigna, Tricare, Magellan, Trustmark, ComPsych, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, In-home
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Name: A Perfect Fit ABA
Address: 1062 Alexander Dr, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-955-7687
Email: info@perfectfitaba.com
Website: https://www.perfectfitaba.com/
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Anthem BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, Optum
Type of Therapy: ABA
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, In-home
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Name: Applied Behavior Associates
Address: 993 Branch Ct., Grovetown, GA 30813
Phone Number: 706-222-3857
Email: hello@appliedbehaviorassociates.com
Website: https://appliedbehaviorassociates.com/
Insurances Accepted: Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Tricare, United Healthcare
Type of Therapy: ABA
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): In-home
Therapy and Satellite Services
Individuals with autism often benefit from physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, feeding therapy, and others.
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Name: BlueSprig – Augusta
Address: 1237 Augusta West Parkway, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 762-685-4340
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.bluesprigautism.com/centers/georgia/bluesprig-augusta/?ga4id=GA1.1.426751252.1784740952
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Aetna, Humana, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA, Basic feeding therapy
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, School, In-home
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Name: BlueSprig – Evans
Address: 4106 Columbia Road, Ste 101, Augusta, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-426-0583
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.bluesprigautism.com/centers/georgia/bluesprig-evans/?ga4id=GA1.1.426751252.1784740952
Insurances Accepted: Tricare, Aetna, Humana, BCBS, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medicaid
Type of Therapy: ABA, Basic feeding therapy
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic, School, In-home
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Augusta
Address: 1212 Augusta W Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/augusta-georgia-clinic/
Insurances Accepted: No mentioned on website
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic Home, Community Based
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Name: Pediatric Dental Specialists
Address: 1234 Augusta West Pkwy, Augusta, GA, 30909
Phone Number: 706-863-7351
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.pdssmiles.com/augustaspecialneedsdds/
Type of Therapy: Special Needs Dentistry
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic
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Name: Pediatric Dental Specialists
Address: 495 Fury’s Ferry Road, Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-863-7351
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.pdssmiles.com/augustaspecialneedsdds/
Type of Therapy: Special Needs Dentistry
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic
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Name: ABLE Kids
Address: 811 Telfair St, Augusta, GA 30901 and 9 other locations
Phone Number: 706-842-5330
Email: Message on website contact page
Website: https://ablekids.com/
Insurances Accepted: Most major plans including Medicaid and TRICARE
Type of Therapy: EI, ABA, Speech, OT, Educational Support
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): In Clinic
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Name: Therapy Trails – Grovetown
Address: 5176 Wrightsboro Rd, Grovetown, GA 30813
Phone Number: 706-842-3330
Email: info@therapytrailsga.com
Website: therapytrailsga.com
Insurances Accepted: Medicaid, Peachstate, CareSource, Tricare, Amerigroup, BCBS, Aetna
Type of Therapy: Speech Therapy, OT, PT, Feeding Therapy
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic
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Name: Therapy Trails – Evans
Address: 536 Grand Slam Drive, Ste D, Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-842-3330
Email: info@therapytrailsga.com
Website: therapytrailsga.com
Insurances Accepted: Medicaid, Peachstate, CareSource, Tricare, Amerigroup, BCBS, Aetna
Type of Therapy: Speech Therapy, OT, PT, Feeding Therapy
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic
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Name: Honey Pie Pediatric Therapy
Address: 106 E Martintown Rd. Suite A, North Augusta, SC 29841
Phone Number: 803-993-9959
Email: Info@honeypietherapy.com
Website: https://honeypietherapy.com/#home
Insurances Accepted: South Carolina Medicaid, First Choice/Select Health, Absolute Total Care, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Tricare
Type of Therapy: Speech Therapy, OT, Feeding Therapy
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): Clinic
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Name: Magnolia Bloom Behavior Solutions
Address: 823 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30901
Phone Number: 706-993-3829
Email: hello@magnoliab.com
Website: https://magnoliabloombehavior.com/#home-page
Insurances Accepted: Humana, Tricare, Medicaid, Evernorth, Aetna, Peachstate, Cigna, Amerigroup
Type of Therapy: ABA, IEP Support, Speech Therapy, OT
Where Therapies are Performed (home, school, clinic, etc…): In-home, School
Support Services
Throughout Georgia, Autism Toolkit has identified support services that help families and individuals navigate their autism journey. Below, you’ll find local service providers who offer services ranging from caretaker support groups to occupational training for individuals with autism.
School Services and IEP Assistance
All public and many private schools in Georgia offer special services for students with autism, but navigating the process of securing those services can be difficult. Below are some local resources to help your family identify and secure the school resources to help your student thrive.
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Name: ABLE Kids
Address: 811 Telfair St, Augusta, GA 30901 and 9 other locations
Phone Number: 706-842-5330
Email: Message on website contact page
Website: https://ablekids.com/
Type of Therapy: EI, ABA, Speech, OT, Educational Support
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Augusta
Address: 1212 Augusta W Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/augusta-georgia-clinic/
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Evans
Address: 4490 Washington Rd. Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-250-0022
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/evans-ga-clinic/
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Martinez
Address: 231 Furys Ferry Rd Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/martinez-georgia-clinic/
Type of Therapy: ABA, Support with IEPs, Feeding therapy, Support Care, Social Skills Groups
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Name: Live Oak Behavioral Services
Address: 4143 Columbia Rd. Suite B Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-755-2785
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.liveoakcsra.org/
Type of Therapy: ABA, IEP Support
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Name: Magnolia Bloom Behavior Solutions
Address: 823 Broad St, Augusta, GA 30901
Phone Number: 706-993-3829
Email: hello@magnoliab.com
Website: https://magnoliabloombehavior.com/#home-page
Type of Therapy: ABA, IEP Support, Speech Therapy, OT
Support Groups for Parents and Caretakers
You can’t pour from an empty glass. As a caretaker for an individual with autism, you need to take care of yourself, as well as for your loved one. Local support groups are a great way to share your concerns and learn from others, while connecting with others who are in similar situations.
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Name: Special Needs Parents of Georgia
Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/georgiasnparents/
Description of Services: Online parent support group
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Name: Moving Over Mountains Against Autism
Phone Number: 706-495-3161
Email: mominc2013@gmail.com
Website: mom2013.com
Description of Services: Online parent support group, supporting families affected by autism through education, resources, and community-building initiatives
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Name: Augusta Autism and Disability Community Support
Email: augustaautismanddisability@gmail.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/ateam.chog/
Description of Services: Education and support for parents and families of children with a special needs diagnosis.
Summer Camps for Kids and Adults With Autism
Play is often overlooked as a vital part of childhood development. Local play groups and camps for kids with autism can allow these special children to develop skills ranging from basic motor functions to appropriate social interactions in a safe and monitored setting.
If you would like to see a complete list of summer camps that work with autistic kids, teens, and adults, please see our Summer Camps for Autistic Kids list: https://www.autismtoolkit.org/resource/summer-camps-for-autistic-kids/
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Augusta
Address: 1212 Augusta W Pkwy, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/augusta-georgia-clinic/
Description of Services: Weekly Social Skills Groups
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Evans
Address: 4490 Washington Rd. Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-250-0022
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/evans-ga-clinic/
Description of Services: Weekly Social Skills Groups
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Name: Launch Therapy Center – Martinez
Address: 231 Furys Ferry Rd Martinez, GA 30907
Phone Number: 706-826-2770
Email: Message on website
Website: https://launchtherapycenter.com/martinez-georgia-clinic/
Description of Services Weekly Social Skills Groups
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Name: Augusta Autism and Disability Community Support
Email: augustaautismanddisability@gmail.com
Website: https://www.facebook.com/ateam.chog/
Description of Services: Education and support for parents and families of children with a special needs diagnosis.
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Name: Grow Day Camps
Who is it for: Children and young adults with disabilities
Day camp or overnight camp?: Day and overnight camps
Cost:
Dates:
What will campers do: Archery, games, crafts, Bible stories, climbing, water activities
Hosted by: North Georgia Conference of the United Methodist Church
Location: St. Luke UMC (Augusta) and 18 other locations
Read more about it: https://growdaycamps.org/#2 -
Name: Love and Care ECC Summer Camp
Who is it for: Kids with and without special needs ages 5–20
Day camp or overnight camp?: Day camp
Cost: $300/week for children with special needs; $200/week for children without special needsDates:
What will campers do: Music, life skills, social skills, arts and crafts, sensory rooms, outdoor playground
Hosted by: Love and Care ECC
Location: Evans, GA
Notes: Financial assistance available
Read more about it: https://www.loveandcareecc.com
Autism-Friendly Community Locations
Interaction with one’s community is another vital part of life that can be challenging for those with autism. Below is a list of locations that provide autism-friendly programming, such as sensory hours, recreational sports, creative programs, and buddy-match pairings.
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Name: Chuck E. Cheese
Address: 3435 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, 30909
Phone Number: 706-737-4557
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.chuckecheese.com/augusta-ga/sensory-sensitive-sundays/
Description of Services: A monthly program at Augusta that opens two hours before normal operating hours on the first Sunday of each month with dimmed lights, reduced sound, no flashing effects, and a calmer game room and dining environment.
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Name: Phinizy Center for Water Sciences
Address: 1858 Lock and Dam Road, Augusta, GA 30906
Phone Number: 706-828-2109
Email: info@phinizycenter.com
Website: https://phinizycenter.org/
Description of Services: Phinizy Swamp Nature park is free and open to the public 365 days a year, roughly from dawn to dusk. You have the opportunity to explore over 1,100 acres of wetlands teeming with wildlife. There are accessible trails, boardwalks, and observation decks, children can engage with nature at their own pace while enjoying the sights and sounds.
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Name: Augusta Public Library
Address: 823 Telfair Street, Augusta, GA 30901
Phone Number: 706-821-2600
Email: N/A
Website: https://arcpls.org/
Description of Services: The public library offers sensory-friendly events. You can check the events calendar to see the next scheduled event.
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Name: YMCA – Augusta South
Address: 2215 Tobacco Rd, Augusta, GA 30906
Phone Number: 706-922-9650
Email: kjennings@thefamilyy.org
Website: https://thefamilyy.org/branch/augusta-south/
Description of Services: Adaptive Sports
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Name: YMCA – Augusta North
Address: 406 E Martintown Rd, North Augusta, SC 29841
Phone Number: 803-278-0882
Email: drawlins@thefamilyy.org
Website: https://thefamilyy.org/branch/north-augusta
Description of Services: Adaptive Sports
Respite Care and Day Programs
Respite services and day programs give caregivers time to rest and recharge while providing autistic people with opportunities to make friends, build relationships, and develop new skills.
You can find additional locations that can do respite services and day programs by searching for “Respite Services and Day Programs” on the Directory page of the Autism ToolKit (https://www.autismtoolkit.org/directory/).
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Name: Caregiver Long-term Care Services and Supports
Address: 3729 Executive Center Drive, Augusta, Ga 30907
Phone Number: 615-314-8798
Email: Message on website
Website: https://cg-idd.com/georgia/
Description of Services: Housing, Adult Day Services, Behavioral Support
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Name: Family Care Inc.
Address: 2353 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904
Phone Number: 706-597-1890
Email: info@fcihealthcare.com
Website: https://fcihealthcare.com/locations/augusta-ga
Description of Services: In-home care, Adult Day Center
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Name: Guardian Angel Care
Address: 1905 Gordon Highway, Augusta, Georgia 30909, United States
Phone Number: 706-294-9804
Email: info@guardianangelscare.com
Website: https://guardianangelscare.com/
Description of Services: Respite Care, Sitter Services, 24 Hour Care, Companionship Care
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Name: Bright Star Care
Address: 3540 Wheeler Road, Unit #505, Augusta, GA, 30909
Phone Number: 706-426-1120
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.brightstarcare.com/locations/augusta/
Description of Services: In-home Care, Companionship Care, Child Care
Transitional Skills Services
As an autistic person grows to adulthood, transitioning out of their parents’ or guardians’ care and into independence can be scary. Transitional skills services are designed to help participants acquire the socialization and adaptive skills needed to manage day-to-day life.
You can find additional locations that can help with transitional skills by searching for “Independent Living Skills” on the Directory page of the Autism ToolKit (https://www.autismtoolkit.org/directory/).
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Name: The Mosaic Center
Address: 478 Columbia Industrial Blvd., Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-650-9187
Email: info@themosaiccenterevans.org
Website: https://themosaiccenterevans.org/
Description of Services: Tutoring for GED
Criteria for Participants: Classes are held in the evenings twice a week and are open to adults 18 and older.
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Name: MackLander LLC
Address: 3114 Augusta Tech Drive, Augusta, GA 30906
Phone Number: 706-723-1993
Email: info@macklanderllc.net
Website: http://macklanderllc.org/
Description of Services: Teaches Social skills and Work-related skills to better acclimate them to the community
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Name: Walton Options Resources of Independent Living
Address: 948 Walton Wy, Augusta, GA 30901
Phone Number: 706-724-6262
Email: Message on website
Website: https://waltonoptions.org/
Description of Services: Information & Referral, Independent Living Skills, Institutional Transition, Advocacy & Outreach and Peer Support
Criteria for Participants: Not mentioned on website
Schools for Autistic Students
Schools for kids with disabilities and/or autism often have smaller class sizes, specially trained teachers and therapists, individualized teaching methods, and sensory-friendly environments. For some students, this type of setting can reduce stress, improve communication and social skills, and provide the specialized support they need to reach their full potential.
Below, we list schools specifically designed for children with autism / disabilities, and schools that can accommodate autistic students.
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Name: Immaculate Conception Catholic School of Special Education
Address: 811 Telfair Street, Augusta, GA 30901
Phone Number: 706-722-9964
Email: Not listed on website
Website: https://www.icaugusta.org/
Description of Services: Catholic school with PreK3-8th, High School, and Adult transition
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Name: Soar Academy- Augusta
Address: 119 Pleasant Home Rd, Augusta, GA 30907
Phone Number: 762-441-0411
Email: enrollment@soaracademy.net
Website: https://soaracademy.net/
Description of Services: Provided 1st-12th grade education
Job Training and Employment Services
Autistic adults can benefit from programs that provide workplace coaching, skill-building, and job placement support. The resources below connect individuals to programs offering training, internships, and employment opportunities tailored to their needs.
You can find additional locations that can help with job training and employment by searching for “Job Skills Training and Employment Assistance” on the Directory page of the Autism ToolKit (https://www.autismtoolkit.org/directory/).
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Name: Caregiver Long-term Care Services and Supports
Address: 3729 Executive Center Drive, Augusta, Ga 30907
Phone Number: 615-314-8798
Email: Message on website
Website: https://cg-idd.com/georgia/
Description of Services: Housing, Adult Day Services Including Vocational Training, Behavioral Support
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Name: MackLander LLC
Address: 3114 Augusta Tech Drive, Augusta, GA 30906
Phone Number: 706-723-1993
Email: info@macklanderllc.net
Website: http://macklanderllc.org/
Description of Services: Teaches Social skills and Work-related skills to better acclimate them to the community
Criteria for Participants:
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Name: The Mosaic Center
Address: 478 Columbia Industrial Blvd., Evans, GA 30809
Phone Number: 706-650-9187
Email: info@themosaiccenterevans.org
Website: https://themosaiccenterevans.org/
Description of Services: Tutoring for GED
Criteria for Participants: Classes are held in the evenings twice a week and are open to adults 18 and older.
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Name: Lynndale Inc.
Address: 1490 Eisenhower Drive, Augusta, GA 30904
Phone Number: 706-738-3395
Email: Message on website
Website: https://lynndaleinc.org/
Description of Services: helps adults with disabilities access employment and community resources, develop life skills, and participate in group and individual activities
Housing Options for Autistic Adults
Supportive housing helps autistic adults live safely and independently. Options include group homes, supervised apartments, and independent living with periodic assistance, often paired with life skills coaching and community support.
You can find additional locations that can assist with finding residential options by searching for “Residential Services and Assisted Living” on the Directory page of the Autism ToolKit (https://www.autismtoolkit.org/directory/).
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Name: Caregiver Long-term Care Services and Supports
Address: 3729 Executive Center Drive, Augusta, Ga 30907
Phone Number: 615-314-8798
Email: Message on website
Website: https://cg-idd.com/georgia/
Notes about Insurance and Payment: answer
Criteria for Residence: Not mentioned on website
Type of Housing: Residential Services, Host Home
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Name: Family Care Inc.
Address: 2353 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904
Phone Number: 706-597-1890
Email: info@fcihealthcare.com
Website: https://fcihealthcare.com/locations/augusta-ga
Description of Services: In-home care, Adult Day Center
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Name: Clarvida
Address: 1727 Wrightsboro Rd., Suite B, Augusta, GA 30904
Phone Number: 706-736-8170
Email: Message on website
Website: https://www.clarvida.com/georgia/locations/augusta-adult/
Type of Housing: Outpatient, Case Management, Supported Employment, Peer Support Services, Residential Services
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Name: Serenity Behavioral Health Systems
Address: 3421 Mike Padgett Hwy., Augusta, GA 30906
Phone Number: 706-432-4800
Email: Info@serenitybhs.com
Website: https://serenitybhs.com/services/
Notes about Insurance and Payment: We provide services to individuals who have been awarded a Medicaid Comprehensive or NOW Waiver or State Contracted Services
Criteria for Residence: Eligibility for services is determined by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Regional Office.
Type of Housing: private home care residential services, in which we provide staff to assist with families in their loved one’s home, or to assist individuals who live in a home or apartment they lease. We also offer Host Homes, in which an individual lives with a family and is integrated into their home. Community Living Arrangement is offered to individuals who wish to live on their own outside of the family home and need supports beyond only staff assistance.
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Name: Georgia Mentor- Augusta
Address: 2828 Hillcreek Drive Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 470-362-7202
Email: Message on website
Website: https://locations.sevitahealth.com/united-states/ga/augusta/georgia-mentor/189
Notes about Insurance and Payment: Not listed
Criteria for Residence: 21+ years old
Type of Housing: Adult Residential Services
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Name: Foster Caren by Georgia Mentor- Augusta
Address: 2828 Hillcreek Drive Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-868-5268
Email: Message on website
Website: https://locations.sevitahealth.com/united-states/ga/augusta/georgia-mentor/46
Notes about Insurance and Payment: Not listed
Criteria for Residence: Newborn-21
Type of Housing: Foster Care
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Name: RHA Health Services
Address: 208C Pitcarin Way, Augusta, GA 30909
Phone Number: 706-228-4911
Email: marketing@rhanet.org
Website: https://rhahealthservices.org/services/disability-i-dd-services/disability-services-georgia/
Notes about Insurance and Payment: Not listed on website
Criteria for Residence: Not listed on website
Type of Housing: Residential Services, In-home Support, Group Living
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Name: ResCare Community Living
Address: 2608 Commons Boulevard, Suite A, Augusta, Georgia 30909
Phone Number: 706-868-2977
Email: Message on website
Website: https://rescarecommunityliving.com/location/rescare-community-living-augusta-georgia/
Notes about Insurance and Payment: Medicaid Waiver Programs, Private Pa
Criteria for Residence: Not listed on website
Type of Housing (nursing home, residential services, supported care, etc…): Host Home, Group Home, Supported Employment and Job Placement