Oak Hill offers a variety of services to help individuals with Autism (which includes Asperger's Syndrome). Autism is a complex developmental disorder that appears in the first 3 years of life, although it is sometimes diagnosed much later. It affects the brain's normal development of social and communication skills, social interaction, interests, imagination and activities and varies from person to person. Our programs address all of these developmental issues and help people with autism live fulfilling lives as independently as possible.

Oak Hill continues to expand its services to people with autism spectrum disorder.  It's philosophy remains constant – people with disabilities have the right and capability to be contributing, productive members of their communities.

Through referrals from the State Department of Developmental Services  Oak Hill is able to provide children and adults with a primary diagnosis of mental retardation and a secondary diagnosis of autism, services within our community-based housing ,education and day programs; individual and family supports; and also our relationship & sexuality education.

Our Programs

Our programs for children and adults with Autism focus on enabling individuals to live as independently as possible. We offer specialized housing, workplace training and assistive technology.

Visit any of the programs below to learn more.

Workplace and Skills Training
Learn job skills and life skills. Find employment and volunteer opportunities. Learn more.

Housing
Houses and apartments, custom-configured and professionally staffed. Learn more.

In-Home Assistance
Therapy and support for intellectually disabled individuals living independently or with family. Learn more.

Camp
Summer camp specifically for autistic children. Check out Camp Dragonfly. Learn more.

Training for Caregivers
Find professional level courses and quick workshops specifically for caregivers and families through our NEAT Center. Learn more.

Assistive Technology
Aids and equipment for learning and day-to-day tasks. Learn more.

Relationship & Sexuality Education
Courses and workbooks for both individuals and their families. Learn more.

Need Help Getting Started?

Call us today at (860) 242-2274 or email us at info@ciboakhill.org

Grant Opportunity!

Mini-grants up to $1,000 are available through the Autism Society of Connecticut. Click here for information.

Did You Know?

An Epidemic of Autism (which includes Asperger's Syndrome) in the United States -

1 in 150 children will be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder; if male, it is 1 in 90.

The cause of autism spectrum disorders is still unknown and treatment varies from individual to individual.

Most people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders are not mentally retarded or intellectually disabled.

To address the needs of people with autism, the State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) recently announced the appointment of Kathy Reddington, Autism Coordinator, (860) 418-6026. 

An Example of our Autism Work

A team of people including a speech/language pathologist, an occupational therapist and a special education teacher spent time in the NEAT Center at Oak Hill's Computer Lab.  This happens frequently with teams from school districts all over the state.  This time, it was a team working with a 12-year-old boy with autism spectrum disorder, and the group included his mother.  Having everyone who works with the child together while the boy tried various types of equipment enabled them to discuss when and how each piece could be used in school and at home, an important connection for a child with significant needs.