How to Find Autism Resources on the Autism Society of Oregon Website

The Autism Society of Oregon (ASO) website organizes its resources by life stage and topic rather than offering a single search box. To find what you need, start from the homepage pathways: "I am looking for resources for an autistic child," "I am looking for information on autism diagnosis," and "I am looking for resources for an autistic adult." Each pathway leads to a different set of pages, so pick the one that matches your situation before browsing further.

Start With the Homepage Pathways

The ASO homepage presents three entry points, each aimed at a different audience:

• Resources for an autistic child — for parents and caregivers seeking support, services, or guides for a child.
• Information on autism diagnosis — for anyone asking how autism is identified, including a dedicated page on how to get an autism diagnosis for a child (0–17) and a separate page for adults seeking a diagnosis.
• Resources for an autistic adult — for autistic adults looking for services, community, or information.

Choosing the right pathway first saves you from scrolling through material meant for a different age group.

Use the Resource Directory and Guides and Tips

Two sections do most of the heavy lifting once you are past the homepage:

Resource Directory

A structured listing of autism-related resources. This is the place to look for organizations, services, and providers rather than explanatory articles.

Guides and Tips: On Autism Topics

A collection of practical guides, including:

• A sensory booklet
• The ASO cookbook
• A service animals resource guide
• A glossary of commonly used terms and acronyms
• Video resources

If you want background knowledge or day-to-day strategies, start here rather than in the Resource Directory.

Find Oregon-Specific and Spanish-Language Materials

ASO is an Oregon-focused organization, and the site reflects that:

• Autism Resources in Oregon — state-specific services and information.
• Recursos de autismo en Oregón — the Spanish-language equivalent.
• En Español — a broader Spanish-language section.
• Developmental Disabilities for Children – Spanish (October 2020) — a Spanish guide to developmental disability services for children.
• Understanding Disability Services in Oregon for Adults (June 2020) and Understanding Developmental Disability Services in Oregon for Children (May 2020) — guides to how disability services work in the state.

These are the pages to use if you need to know what is actually available in Oregon, or if you need materials in Spanish.

Connect With Support Groups and Financial Aid

Beyond reading, ASO offers ways to connect and get help:

• Support Groups — for meeting other autistic people and families.
• Financial Aid / Scholarships — listed under the Support section.
• Donate and Volunteer — if you want to give back.
• Take a Break on ASO and Take a Breather on ASO — respite-related options.

Check News, Events, and Learning Materials

For ongoing information:

• ASO Blog and Newsletter Archive — updates and articles.
• Event Calendar and Autism Walks — community events.
• Past Workshops — recorded or archived learning sessions, including the "Shut Up Sisters" Portland, Oregon video presentation.
• Facts & Statistics — including the site's cited figures that 1 in 31 children are diagnosed with autism by age 8, and that around 2.21% of the US population is estimated to be autistic.

A Quick Reference

Because the site is organized by life stage and topic rather than a unified search tool, the fastest route is always to identify your situation first, then follow the matching pathway.