Part of being a trustworthy provider is pointing families toward good resources that have nothing to do with our own bottom line — organizations and programs serving Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon, Midland, and Isabella County families, alongside statewide and national resources. Here is a curated list, independent of whether you ever become a Maple ABA Therapy client.
Michigan-Specific Resources
| Organization | What They Offer |
|---|---|
| Autism Alliance of Michigan | Free MiNavigator case management and resource identification statewide — 1-877-463-AAOM |
| Michigan Alliance for Families | Free special education advocacy and parent mentoring |
| Michigan's Early On Program | Free developmental screening and early intervention for children birth to 3 |
| Autism Support of Kent County | Local support groups and sensory-friendly events in the Grand Rapids area |
| The Arc of Ottawa County | Advocacy and resource connection in the Holland/Ottawa County area |
We cover these organizations in much greater depth throughout our Michigan Autism Resources guide.
National Resources
| Organization | Focus |
|---|---|
| Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) | Autism prevalence data, developmental milestones, and screening tools |
| American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) | Clinical guidance on autism screening and early intervention |
| Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) | Self-advocate perspectives and policy work led by autistic individuals |
| Sibling Support Project | Sibshops and resources specifically for siblings of children with disabilities |
Educational and School Resources
For families navigating special education, our School Readiness & Education guide covers IEPs, 504 Plans, and your rights under IDEA in detail, alongside Michigan Alliance for Families' free advocacy support.
Financial and Insurance Resources
Michigan's Children's Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) Family Center offers camp scholarships and family support resources — reachable at 517-241-7630. Our own Insurance page covers Michigan's autism insurance mandate in detail.
A Note on Why This Page Exists
We think a genuinely trustworthy provider helps families access the full landscape of support available to them — not just the services we happen to sell. If a resource on this page turns out to be a better fit for a specific need than what we offer, we'd rather you know about it.
References
See our full Michigan Autism Resources guide for detailed, individual write-ups on each Michigan-specific organization listed above.
*This page is part of our Trust Center.*
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these organizations affiliated with Maple ABA Therapy?
No. These are independent organizations we're not formally partnered with — we list them because they're genuinely useful, not because of any business relationship.
How often is this list updated?
Organizations and programs change over time. If you find outdated information here, please let us know so we can correct it.
Can you help us contact any of these organizations?
Yes — as part of an initial consultation, we're glad to help point you toward the specific resource that fits your family's situation.