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Preparing for Your Visit to Marcus Autism Center

To schedule an appointment at Marcus Autism Center, visit marcus.org/appointment. Then, read these tips to prepare for your child's first visit.

Organizing Your Child's Health Information

Organizing your child’s health information is critical for care. Marcus Autism Center shares helpful tips on how to do this properly.

Tips for Community Caregivers

Community caregivers should know the signs of autism and how to share their concerns with parents. An early diagnosis might depend on it. Read more from Marcus Autism Center.

Autism Support Groups for Parents

One of the best ways to meet other families who have children with autism is through a parent support group. Marcus Autism Center provides resources to help you connect.

Establishing Routines at Home

Children thrive on routine and learn best from repetition. Marcus Autism Center provides a step-by-step guide for establishing a home routine.

Supporting Autism Families

Having a child with autism can be exhausting. Learn ways to support a friend or family member who is facing these unique challenges.

Motivating and Engaging Your Child to Learn

Children with autism may need unique types of motivation to learn. These strategies can help you know when and how to teach your child new skills.

Helping Your Child Communicate

Kids with autism learn communication skills best during everyday activities. Learn strategies that can maximize these daily opportunities.

Early Social Communication Development

Social communication skills, such as direct eye contact and shared smiles, usually begin before children’s first words. In kids with autism, these skills are delayed.

Promoting Early Play Skills

Play is a foundation for learning, and children with autism benefit from playtime. Learn how to promote play in your child, even if she seems to lack interest or skills.