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Journal of Disability Policy Studies
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Services for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders

Stacy K. Dymond

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, sdymond@ uiuc.edu

Christie L. Gilson

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Steve P. Myran

Old Dominion University

Recommendations for improving school and community-based services for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) in the state of Virginia were investigated. Participants consisted of 783 parents of children birth to age 22 with a medical diagnosis of ASD. Data obtained through an open-ended survey question were analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. Parents recommended improving the quality, quantity, accessibility, and availability of services; educating and training individuals to work effectively with children with ASD; increasing funding for services; and creating appropriate school placements and educational programs. The findings from this study suggest the need for increased individualization of and accessibility to services. Future state-level research must examine the variables that affect parent recommendations and evaluate the quality of existing services for children with ASD.

Journal of Disability Policy Studies, Vol. 18, No. 3, 133-147 (2007)
DOI: 10.1177/10442073070180030201
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