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: Behavioral Pediatrics of Rural Georgia
Address: 406 Savannah Ave, Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912-489-4379.
Website: https://doctorzeanah.com/contact-us/
Insurances Accepted: Georgia Medicaid, PeachCare, AmeriGroup, and Care Source. We also accept many commercial insurances including Aetna, Cigna, Anthem/BCBS, United Heathcare, Memorial Health Partners and Taylor Benefit Resource.
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: ABA Pathways
Address: 24 Joe Kennedy Blvd Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: (912) 208-2024
Website: https://www.abaways.com
Type of Therapy Done: ABA
Where Therapies are Performed: In-Clinic, and In-home
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: Georgia Behavior Associates
Phone Number: 470-619-3723
Email: info@georgiabehavior.com
Website: https://www.georgiabehavior.com/aba-services/virtual-aba-therapy
Insurenaces accepted: Most major insurance providers, 50+
Type of Therapy: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Where Therapies are Performed: Virtual
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Name: Brighter Strides ABA Therapy
Phone Number: 888-421-9788
Email: info@brighterstridesaba.com
Website: https://www.brighterstridesaba.com/locations/georgia/statesboro/
Insurances Accepted: Medicaid and most commercial insurance plans
Type of Therapy Done: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Where Therapies are Performed: In-Home, In-School
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Name: The Treetop
Phone Number: 516-206-8900
Website: https://www.thetreetop.com/locations/bulloch-georgia
Type of Therapy Done: Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Where Therapies are Performed: 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: The Therapy Spot
Address: 508 Gentilly Road Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912-681-7768
Email: frontdesk@therapyspotstatesboro.com
Website: https://www.therapyspotstatesboro.com/speech
Insurances Accepted: Amerigroup, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Caresource, Georgia Medicaid, Humana, PeachState, TriCare and TriCare Prime, UnitedHealthcare
Type of Therapy: Speech, Occupational, Physical, and feeding Therapy
Where Therapies are Performed: In-Clinic
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Name: Word of Mouth Therapy Georgia
Address: 32 Joe Kennedy Blvd Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: (912) 344-9657
Email: info@wordofmouththerapyga.com
Website: https://www.wordofmouththerapyga.com
Insurances Accepted: Medicaid , Caresource, Amerigroup, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare ,Optum, Aetna, Anthem/BCBS, Tricare Prime, Tricare Select, CHAMPVA, Ambetter, Healthgram
Type of Therapy: Speech, occupational, and physical therapy
Where Therapies are Performed: In-Clinic
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Name: SALT
Address: 38 Courtland Street, Suite E Statesboro, Ga
Phone Number: 912-304-6100
Website: https://www.pediatricsalt.com
Type of Therapy: Speech Therapy
Where Therapies are Performed: In-Clinic
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Name: Coastal Plain Therapy
Address: 24 S Zetterower Ave. Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912-299-2394
Email: office@coastalplaintherapy.com
Website: https://www.coastalplaintherapy.com
Insurances Accepted: Medicare, Aetna, Ambetter, United HealthCare, Tricare, Anthem, BlueCross Blue shield
Type of Therapy: Speech, physical, and occupational therapy (adult based)
Where Therapies are Performed: In-Clinic
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.
While there is no support directly in Statesboro, consider the following in Savannah for school support:
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Name: Savannah Behavioral Pediatrics
Address: 310 Eisenhower Drive Building 5 Savannah, Georgia 31406
Phone Number: (912) 436-6789
Email: info@savannahbehavior.com
Website: https://savannahbehavioralpediatrics.com
Description of Services: We are a team of caring professionals who partner closely with families and schools to better understand and address challenging behaviors, learning difficulties, and developmental delays
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Name: LIFE: Living Independence for Everyone
Address: 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404
Phone Number: (912) 920-2414
Website: https://lifecil.com/about-us/
Description of Services: LIFE offers a wide range of advocacy services including support with schools. We aid the transition of young people with significant disabilities who were eligible for individualized education programs under section 614(d) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and who have completed their secondary education or otherwise left school, to post-secondary life
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
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: Camp Hawkins Overnight Camp
Address: 9420 Blackshear Hwy, Baxley, GA 31513,
Phone Number: 912-367-6691
Email: hello@gbchfm.org
Website: https://www.georgiachildren.org/camp-hawkins
Description of Services: Five-day camp for children ages 8 – 21 with special needs including, but not limited to, ADHD, Autism, Cerebral Palsy, Developmental Delays, Down’s Syndrome, Learning Disorders, or Traumatic Brain Injury. Children will do swimming, arts and crafts, messy games, and bible studies
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Name: Camp RAD: Recreation for Adolescents with Disabilities
Address: 2687 Akins Blvd, Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912-478-4636
Website: https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/research/centers/rehabilitation-independent-living/camp-rad
Cost: $1,250, with financial assistance available
Criteria: Ages 10-22
Description of Services: Camp RAD is a 4-week summer day camp in Statesboro, Georgia, designed for youth with disabilities (ages 10-22). Starting the Tuesday after Memorial Day, the program helps campers develop life skills, physical fitness and independence as they transition into adulthood. Through a fun, hands-on approach, campers engage in activities led by experts in pediatric therapy, adaptive physical activity, public health, human development and nutrition. The goal is to make learning feel effortless while building confidence, social skills and lifelong healthy habits
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Name: The Explorseum
Address: 2760 Northside Drive W Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912-259-9500
Email: info@explorseum.com
Website: https://go.explorseum.com
Description of Services: At The Explorseum, children dive into imaginative role play while moms enjoy a peaceful coworking space- all within a vibrant, supportive community for women. Kids step into mini real-world adventures-from being a doctor, chef, or firefighter to shopping at the local market. Our play-based environment sparks creativity, builds confidence, and supports developmental milestones-all while having fun.
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: Bulloch County Recreation & Parks Water Safety Swimming Lessons
Address: 585 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912.764.5637
Website: https://www.bulloch.k12.ga.us/learning-services/summer-camps-learning
Description of Services: Bulloch County Recreation & Parks offers group and private swimming lessons at its Luetta Moore Pool and Splash in the Boro facilities
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Name: Georgia Southern Super Eagles Adapted Physical Activity
Address: 2687 Akins Blvd, Statesboro, GA 30458
Email: cril@georgiasouthern.edu
Website: https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/research/centers/rehabilitation-independent-living/super-eagles
Age: 5 and up
Description of Services: Super Eagles is part of an adapted physical activity course that teaches future fitness professionals how to create inclusive fitness programs. Individuals with disabilities will be paired with a Georgia Southern student who will develop and implement a personalized program while being supervised by faculty in the Waters College of Health Professions. Virtual or in-person
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Name: TOPSoccer
Address: 2704 Old Register Rd., Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912-257-3989
Email: jsanchez@tormentafc.com
Website: https://www.tormentafc.com/topsoccer/
Description of Services: TOPSoccer is a community-based training and team placement program for young athletes with different abilities. The program is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl. The emphasis of this program is on development, training, and meaningful participation.
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Name: Statesboro-Bulloch County Library Events
Address: 124 S. Main Street Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: (912) 764-1341
Website: https://strl.info/statesboro bulloch_county_library/programs_calendar/index.php
Description of Services: The library hosts several events such as toddler sensory days, arts and crafts, baby time, toddler art days, story times, music classes, and more!
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: Bulloch County Specialists Program
Address: One Max Lockwood Drive Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: 912-489-9059
Email: tburgess@bullochrec.com
Website: https://bullochrec.com/specialists/
Description of Services: “We offer an inclusive program to children with special needs in after school. Individualized attention is offered when available. Our program is designed to help build socialization skills and quality friendships. We require a current IEP/504 plan from your child’s school.”
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Name: Help at Home
Address: 1149 Cornell Street Suite 1A Savannah, GA 31406
Phone Number: 912-354-3680
Email: dbender@helpathome.com
Website: https://www.helpathome.com
Description of Services: “We are a home care and residential care provider who offers care 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to meet your specific needs.”
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: Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency – Statesboro VR Office
Address: 117 Savannah Avenue, Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: (844) 367-4872
Website: https://gvs.georgia.gov/locations/statesboro-vr-officeDescription of Services: : Vocational Rehab helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment
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Name: LIFE: Living Independence for Everyone
Address: 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404
Phone Number: (912) 920-2414
Website: https://lifecil.com/about-us/
Description of Services: LIFE offers a wide range of advocacy services including support with schools. We aid the transition of young people with significant disabilities who were eligible for individualized education programs under section 614(d) of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and who have completed their secondary education or otherwise left school, to post-secondary life.
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Name: Pineland Behavioral Health
Address: Five West Altman Street Statesboro, GA
Phone Number: 912-764-6906
Website: www.pinelandcsb.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Pineland-Behavioral-Health-and-Developmental-Disabilities-100064847881808/
Description of Services: The mission of Pineland BHDD is to develop and provide the services needed to minimize the impact of mental illness, developmental disabilities and addictive diseases in the lives of those we serve and their families. They strive to help all people have value and should be supported to reach their full potential for independence and self-sufficiency
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: Kicklighter Academy
Address: 7219 Seawright Drive Savannah, GA 31406
Website: https://www.krcacademy.org/index.html
Email: stacey@kicklighter.org
Phone: 912-355-7633
Grades: Infants, toddlers, preschool, and before and after school care for school aged children
Criteria: Students with ASD, will be assessed through the school beginning at age 3
About: To better serve our families, we offer a Before and Aftercare Program for our Pre-K students and Holiday Camp. Before and Aftercare includes meals, snacks, and a clean environment for safe and supervised play. As children get older and more independent, they need new challenges. That’s why we offer a school-age program for before and after-school care and enrichment programs that address growing school-age children’s changing and more varied needs. Reading, math, and science activities ensure your child’s mind is engaged and help create a lifelong love of learning and exploration.
Special Services: ABA Therapy
Admissions: Enrollment Application https://www.krcacademy.org/enrollment-tuition.html
Teachers Qualifications: Kicklighter Academy uses the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Verbal Behavior (VB). Under the direction of a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), our teachers and tutors are trained and monitored in the science and techniques of ABA
Tuition: Contact directly for more info
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Name: The Matthrew Reardon Center for Autism
Address:1500 Middleground Road Savannah, GA. 31419
Website: https://matthewreardon.org
Phone: (912) 355-9098
Grades: Preschool- school aged programs
Criteria: Diagnosed with ASD
About: Matthew Reardon Center for Autism offers preschools for all young children, including children with autism and an accredited, ABA-based year-round day school for autistic children, teens and young adults. Our academies are innovative, evidence-based educational environments where every child is valued and loved. Additionally, our advocacy team serves families impacted by special needs and self-advocates throughout southeast Georgia.
Special services: ABA therapy Speech therapy, Occupational, and physical therapy for every student, Music therapy
Admissions: Contact the school for enrollment inquiry
Teachers Qualifications: ABA qualified teachers
Transportation: Parents responsible
Tuition: $14,000 per year
Scholarships and Funding Resources: GA special needs Scholarship program (SB10), GA Tax Credit Program, Need based financial aid
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: Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency – Statesboro VR Office
Address: 117 Savannah Avenue, Statesboro, GA 30458
Phone Number: (844) 367-4872
Website: https://gvs.georgia.gov/locations/statesboro-vr-office
Description of Services: Vocational Rehab helps individuals with disabilities prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment
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Name: Goodwill AbilityOne
Address: 24015 Highway 80 E., Statesboro, GA 30461
Phone Number: 912.354.6611
Website: https://goodwillsega.org/abilityone/
Criteria for Participants: documented disability
Description of Services: Participants in the AbilityOne program provide employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or have documented disabilities by delivering products and services to the federal government. These individuals are considered ready to work in a fully integrated work setting, but need a supportive work environment with a low level of supervision. Participants in the AbilityOne program provide employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or have documented disabilities by delivering products and services to the federal government. These individuals are considered ready to work in a fully integrated work setting but need a supportive work environment with a low level of supervision. The expected outcome is improving job skills and work habits to a level where the individual can be placed in competitive employment.
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: Marlan’s Silver Lining
Address: 315 Commercial Dr A7 Savannah, GA 31406
Phone Number: (912) 200-5181
Website: https://www.marlanssilverliningpch.com/
Description of Services: At Marlan’s Silver Lining Agency in Savannah, Georgia, we’ve dedicated ourselves to providing comprehensive assisted living services specifically designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Name: Pineland Behavioral Health
Address: Five West Altman Street Statesboro, GA
Phone Number: 912-764-6906
Website: www.pinelandcsb.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Pineland-Behavioral-Health-and-Developmental-Disabilities-100064847881808/
Description of Services: The mission of Pineland BHDD is to develop and provide the services needed to minimize the impact of mental illness, developmental disabilities and addictive diseases in the lives of those we serve and their families. They strive to help all people have value and should be supported to reach their full potential for independence and self-sufficiency. Residential services offered.
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Name: Sevita Georgia Mentor
Address: 529 Stephenson Ave Suite 5 Savannah, GA 31405-5984
Phone Number: 912-234-8653
Website: https://locations.sevitahealth.com/united-states/ga/savannah/georgia-mentor/192
Criteria for Residence: Adults 21+
Type of Housing: residential services, in-home supports