In the state of Oregon 1 out of every 98 children has autism.

Why us? What should we do? Who can I talk to? These are the questions we asked when we first learned that our precious son had autism. This web site is dedicated to the people who have just discovered this heartbreaking news. We want to help you take the next step. Its devastating when you find out your child has autism. We didn't know where to go or what to do. We started by using the information from our doctors to find a local support group. This was VERY helpful. It introduces you to other people who can support you and have been where you are now. There are a few steps that you can start on immediately to help your child. We have them listed below in order. We don't have the magic bullet and we don't have all the answers but we do have a sincere desire to help navigate you through these really rough waters. We are NOT doctors, so please check with your doctor before starting any supplements, therapies or medications.

If you are new to autism and don't know where to start then maybe we can help. You may feel overwhelmed, you've heard something or read something but you are not sure how to put this information to use. You may be wondering what you should do first and what can wait until later. Below is a list of things we did (or wish we would have done). You might start with this list and then make changes after you find more information specific to your child. You will find that you are continually making changes along the way. We asked some of our friends (other parents who have children with autism) to help. This is what we came up with.