Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania - Eastern PA Administrative Office - Autism Diagnostic Clinic
90 George Street, Reading, PA 19605
Children are referred to the clinic through Service Access and Management (SAM) or their county Birth to Three program. Call the CONNECT helpline at 800-692-7288 to be connected to the county Early Intervention program.
Free
Berks, PA
Carbon, PA
Lehigh, PA
Monroe, PA
Northampton, PA
Pike, PA
Description
The Autism Diagnostic Clinic uses a telehealth model to serve residents of Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Monroe, Northampton and Pike counties. The clinic operates using a telehealth model so that the child is evaluated in their home in familiar surroundings, families do not have to travel for services, and geographic barriers are eliminated. A psychologist and/or developmental nurse practitioner administers the evaluation via teleconference while guiding the parent through activities with the child. Bilingual clinicians are available. The clinic is conducted in collaboration with specialists at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) and St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children. Families receive a same-day diagnosis and the service is provided at no cost to families thanks to funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
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Providing organization
Easterseals Eastern Pennsylvania - Eastern PA Administrative Office
Creates life-changing solutions for children and adults with physical and cognitive disabilities, autism and other social, sensory and developmental disorders and their families through a variety programs designed to increase independence, maximize opportunities, minimize barriers and enhance quality of life. Provides Early Intervention services for children starting at birth and provides free developmental screenings to ensure early identification of potential delays when it is most critical. Offers summer day camps and overnight camp; weekend respite camp; autism diagnostic clinic; ABA therapy coaching for parents of children with autism; community supports/habilitation for adults; and employment preparation program for high school students.