Rochester, NY is known nationwide as a center for the Autism community. We are fortunate to have access to resources beyond what many experience. Even with so much available, it can be difficult to find and navigate services. Rochester Mom Collective hopes to support our neurodiverse families with our list of local resources. We encourage moms to get involved and reach out to others in the community to learn more.
The resources listed below mainly focus on supporting Autistic children, but many of them also expand their services to a variety of ages, neurodiversities, and disabilities. As an extra note, some services are private pay, but have financial assistance available to families. Always ask about this option if you need assistance.
Autism Diagnosis (child/adolescent)
- The Arc Ontario
- As You Are (virtual evaluations)
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- Dr. Bryan R. Harrison
- Golisano Children’s Hospital- Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Dr. Caroline Magyar (adolescent diagnosis)
- Mozaic
- Dr. Dan Mruzek
- Oakes Psychological Services
- Rochester Regional Health Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Dr. Colleen Saar
- Westside Psychological Services
- WHOLE Wellness Services
Autism Diagnosis (adult)
- The Arc Ontario
- Dr. Caroline Magyar
- Dr. Christina Mannion
- Dr. Dan Mruzek
- Oakes Psychological Services
- Dr. Colleen Saar
- WHOLE Wellness Services
Evaluations (to access services)
- CP Rochester
- DeMarle Inc.
- Golisano Children’s Hospital- Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Rochester Regional Health Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Room to Bloom
- Your local school district’s Special Education department
Caregiver Support Groups
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- Autism Up
- CDS Monarch
- David’s Refuge
- Golisano Children’s Hospital- Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Parents Helping Parents Coalition of Monroe County
- Urban League of Rochester
Caregiver Coaching and Training
- The Arc Ontario
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- Autism Up
- CDS Monarch
- Community Place of Greater Rochester
- Golisano Children’s Hospital- Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Dr. Bryan R. Harrison
- Hillside
- Dr. Caroline Magyar
- Dr. Dan Mruzek
- People Inc.
- Rochester Regional Health Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- SAGE Rochester
- Starbridge
- Urban League of Rochester
- Brooke Ward, LMFT
Sibling Support Groups
Advocacy Services
- DeMarle Inc. (after an evaluation is completed)
- Education Success Foundation
- Kharma Care LLC
- Rochester Regional Health Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Dr. Colleen Saar
- SAGE Rochester
- Starbridge
Developmental and Behavioral Pediatricians and Ongoing Care Support
- Arc of Monroe
- Golisano Children’s Hospital- Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Heritage Christian Services
- Hillside
- Holy Childhood
- Rochester Regional Health Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Clinical Support and Therapies
- Arc of Monroe
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- CDS Monarch
- CP Rochester
- Golisano Children’s Hospital- Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Hillside
- Holy Childhood
- Mary Cariola Center
- Mozaic
- People Inc.
- Rochester Regional Health Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Room to Bloom
- WHOLE Wellness Services
Autism-Focused Preschools/Daycares
- Augustin Children’s Center
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- Kharma Care LLC
- Mary Cariola Center
- Mozaic
Schools and Educational Services
- Education Success Foundation
- Homeschooling
- Holy Childhood
- Hope Hall School
- The Kessler Center
- LifePrep @ Naz
- Mary Cariola Center
- Monroe One Educational Services
- Monroe 2 Boces
- The Norman Howard School
Autism-Focused Camps
- The Arc Ontario
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- Autism Up
- Camp Puzzle Peace
- Disability EmpowHer Network
- Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp
Programs, Classes, and Social Groups
- Arc of Monroe
- The Arc Ontario
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- Autism Up
- Building Families First
- CDS Monarch
- Community Place of Greater Rochester
- Disability EmpowHer Network
- Homesteads for Hope
- Lifetime Assistance
- Mozaic
- SAGE Rochester
Arts Programs
- Artists Unlimited
- Ashford Dance Company
- Bach2Rock
- Cobblestone Arts Center
- The Hochstein School of Music & Dance
- Spectrum Creative Arts
- Spotted Rabbit Studio
Sports/Physical Fitness Programs
- Abilities Movement
- AbilitYoga
- Autism Up
- Challenger Athletics
- CheerAbilities Adaptive Cheerleading
- EquiCenter
- Gliding Stars Adaptive Ice Skating
- No Lemons Equine
- Rochester Ice Cats
- Shared Ski Adventures
- Special Olympics
- SportsNet
- Strike Back Martial Arts
- TOPSoccer
- YMCA Diverse Abilities Swim Lessons
Peer Support for Inclusion in Activities
Nutrition Support
- Catholic Charities
- Golisano Children’s Hospital- Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
- Mary Cariola Center
- Rochester Regional Health Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics
Respite Services
- Arc of Monroe
- Autism Services of the Finger Lakes
- CP Rochester
- David’s Refuge
- Empowering People’s Independence
- Heritage Christian Services
- Holy Childhood
- Kharma Care LLC
- Lifetime Assistance
- Mozaic
- People Inc.
- Urban League of Rochester
Transition Services
- Arc of Monroe
- The Arc Ontario
- Autism Up
- Heritage Christian Services
- Dr. Caroline Magyar
- Mary Cariola Center
- Lifetime Assistance
- Mozaic
- Oakes Psychological Services
- Rochester Rehabilitation
- Starbridge
Training Resources for the Community
- The Autism Council of Rochester
- Autism Up
- The Arc Ontario
- Dr. Dan Mruzek
- Rochester Accessible Adventures
- Brooke Ward, LMFT