Their mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families. Offers Specialized Autism Services (SAS): SAS are intensive, comprehensive treatment programs that are specifically designed to meet individual needs. The following SAS programs are available: -- Early Intervention (birth to 3 years old): a home-based program for children who exhibit early signs of autism and developmental delays. -- Preschool-aged Children (3 to 5 years old): a daily, intensive treatment program for children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. This program is held Monday though Friday from 9am-2pm. -- Social Competency (5 years old and up): evening programs designed to facilitate social competency skills in children and adolescents. This program is held Monday through Thursday from 5pm-7pm. -- Individual Outpatient Therapy: an individualized treatment program designed to provide therapy to all age groups. --Evaluation Services: The Center for Autism offers diagnostic evaluation to people of all ages. Through the observation of a person’s behaviors and collection of a developmental, medical and family history, the Center’s team of specialists is able to determine an individual’s diagnosis and make appropriate recommendations. The Center also provides professional consultation services to a variety of people and organizations. Types of consultation include workshops and seminars on assessment and intervention techniques, staff training, behavioral observation, and the development of individualized education, treatment program or life-plan. All consultation services are specialized to meet varying needs.