Residential Programs for Children with Autism

Birth to Age 3

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois

Greer Ann Hamblet, Program Coordinator
4840 W. Byron, Chicago, IL 60641
(847) 390-1422 or (630) 664-8876 (emergency)
greerann.hamblet@lssi.org

Offers two intermediate care residences at Shady Oaks East and Shady Oaks West in Homer Glen for people with developmental disabilities.

Preschool

Acadia Healthcare - Children's Behavioral Solutions

55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701
Phone: (877) 297-7957

Specialty: self-injury, PTSD, FASD, Autism, psychiatric/dual abuse issues; IQ>60 required, offers separate children's & non-coed adolescent program tracks; average stay varies.


Cardinal Cushing Centers

Michelle Markowitz
405 Washington St., Hanover, MA 02339
Phone: (781) 829-1205
Email: mmarkowitz@cushingcenters.org

Private, non-profit therapeutic special needs boarding school for children and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities.


Chileda Institute

1825 Victory St., LaCrosse, WI 54601
Phone: (608) 782-6480
Email: info@chileda.org

Primary focus on developmental disabilities, attachment disorders and behavioral challenges with specialization in autism and traumatic brain injury (dual issues such as cognitive and seizure disorder issues accepted).


Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) 

Residential Treatment for Youth with Mental Health Needs: A Guide for Parents and Guardians
Information on emergency help & screening, funding for placements and additional resources. 


Heartspring

Kristina Baker, director of admissions and outreach 
8700 East 29th Street Wichita, KS 67226
(C): (316) 214-1132
(O): (316) 634-8874
email: kbaker@heartspring.org

The Heartspring School is a private, not-for-profit, residential and day school, serving students impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities from across the country and around the world. Most Heartspring students also display challenging behaviors that often interfere with their educational progress, as well as their home life and community integration. Ages: 5-21 yrs. Heartspring is a school with a residential program and, therefore, charges tuition and fees. The majority of the students who attend Heartspring are placed through the students’ IEP teams and funded by their local school district. Very few students qualify for funding through insurance providers. However, on a case-by-case basis, this may be possible. Some students have multiple agencies involved in the placement and in the funding (such as a school district, a child welfare agency, adoption subsidy, etc.). For some families, paying privately and/or outside financing may be an option. 


Little City - Children's Programs

1760 W. Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067
Main Campus: 847-358-5510
700 N Sacramento, Ste 201 Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago office: 773-265-1539

Our ChildBridge Centers provide individuals up to age 21 with supports, programs and services that help increase their potential for lifelong productivity and success. Services include residential and therapeutic day school, home-based supports and therapy, and foster care/adoption services.


Marklund

info@marklund.org 
(630) 593-5500
Bloomingdale: 64 S. Prairie Ave., Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Elgin: 1435 Summit Street, Elgin, Illinois 60120
Geneva: 1S450 Wyatt Drive, Geneva, IL 60134

Programs include Early Intervention services (Ages 0-3; 630-529-2871, ext. 2238), day school programming (Ages 3-21), day program services (Ages 18+) and residential services (all ages), and employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities. 


National Deaf Academy

Deana Goldstein, CEO
19650 U.S. Highway 441 Mount Dora, FL 32757
Phone: (352) 735-9500

ISBE approved. Population served: male/female students with autism. Specialized program using the ABA and SCERTS model along with skill acquisition training. While the program serves individuals diagnosed with deafness and autism, they also serve those with normal hearing that are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Ages: 5-22 years. For more information, contact Christina Hawkins at (804) 928-8863.


Residential Services for Children and Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities in Illinois

The Residential Waiver for Children and Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities provides services to children and young adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities ages 3 through 21 who are at risk of placement in an Intermediate Care Facility for persons with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (ICF-I/DD). The Point of Entry for possible services is through your a Preadmission Screening (PAS) Agency/PUNS office or an Independent Service Coordination (ISC) Agency (PAS/ISC).

Elementary School

Housing and Residential Supports Tool Kit 

Provided by Autism Speaks, Family Services.


Acadia Healthcare - Children's Behavioral Solutions

55 Basin Creek Road, Butte, MT 59701
Phone: (877) 297-7957

Specialty: self-injury, PTSD, FASD, Autism, psychiatric/dual abuse issues; IQ>60 required, offers separate children's & non-coed adolescent program tracks; average stay varies.


Acadia Healthcare - Children's Behavioral Solutions

Options
5602 Caito Dr. Indianapolis, IN 46226
(800) 431-1114

Specialty: psychiatric, behavioral, autism, lower-functioning. Secured unit; IQ<75 only; severe psychiatric/behavioral issues & sexually acting out behaviors; offers secured autism unit (IQ 48-70). Average stay varies; diagnostic work-up available for 30-90 days. Ages: 11-18 years. Cost: accepts insurance, school, cost-sharing; call to discuss fees.Will assist with transportation fees/needs.


Cardinal Cushing Centers

Michelle Markowitz
405 Washington St., Hanover, MA 02339
Phone: (781) 829-1205
Email: mmarkowitz@cushingcenters.org

Private, non-profit therapeutic special needs boarding school for children and young adults with autism and developmental disabilities.


Chileda Institute

1825 Victory St., LaCrosse, WI 54601
Phone: (608) 782-6480
Email: info@chileda.org

Primary focus on developmental disabilities, attachment disorders and behavioral challenges with specialization in autism and traumatic brain injury (dual issues such as cognitive and seizure disorder issues accepted).


Genesee Lake School

Amanda Buerger, senior admissions coordinator
36100 Genesee Lake Road Oconomowoc, WI 53066
(262) 569-5510, ext. 3005
admissions@geneseelakeschool.com

Genesee Lake School is a nationally recognized provider offering programs for students with developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, neurological disorders, and emotional disturbances. Additionally, we offer specialized programs for students with autism spectrum disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, and complex trauma. Our goal at Genesee Lake School is to provide an innovative and enriching environment for the students in our care to learn and experience all that life can offer.


Grove School Therapeutic Boarding School

175 Copse Road Madison, CT 06443
(203) 245-2778

Specialty: eating disorder, psychiatric, behavioral, autism. Primary psychiatric and behavioral issues; offers transitions program; enrolls youth grades 7-12 on campus; do not accept conduct disorder, aggression or substance abuse issues. Average stay is 2 years.


Heartspring

Kristina Baker, director of admissions and outreach 
8700 East 29th Street Wichita, KS 67226
(C): (316) 214-1132
(O): (316) 634-8874
email: kbaker@heartspring.org

The Heartspring School is a private, not-for-profit, residential and day school, serving students impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities from across the country and around the world. Most Heartspring students also display challenging behaviors that often interfere with their educational progress, as well as their home life and community integration. Ages: 5-21 yrs. Heartspring is a school with a residential program and, therefore, charges tuition and fees. The majority of the students who attend Heartspring are placed through the students’ IEP teams and funded by their local school district. Very few students qualify for funding through insurance providers. However, on a case-by-case basis, this may be possible. Some students have multiple agencies involved in the placement and in the funding (such as a school district, a child welfare agency, adoption subsidy, etc.). For some families, paying privately and/or outside financing may be an option. 


Heritage School

5600 N. Heritage School Dr. Provo, UT 84604
(800) 433-9413
admissions@heritagertc.org

Residential treatment for neurodiverse adolescents (12-18 years) with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental challenges. Our focus is on skills development using a neurological framework and a trauma-integrated approach.


Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) 

Residential Treatment for Youth with Mental Health Needs: A Guide for Parents and Guardians
Information on emergency help & screening, funding for placements and additional resources. 


Little City - Children's Programs

1760 W. Algonquin Rd. Palatine, IL 60067
Main Campus: 847-358-5510
700 N Sacramento, Ste 201 Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago office: 773-265-1539

The ChildBridge Centers provide individuals up to age 21 with supports, programs and services that help increase their potential for lifelong productivity and success. Services include residential and therapeutic day school, home-based supports and therapy, and foster care/adoption services.


Little Friends Center for Autism, Inc.

140 N. Wright St., Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630) 305-4196, ext. 3
Email: pboheme@lilfriends.com

Services include evaluation and treatment for autism spectrum disorder, including psychological, speech, occupational therapy, and social skills. Additionally, residential services are available to both children and adults needing more supported care.


Marklund 

info@marklund.org 
(630) 593-5500
Bloomingdale: 64 S. Prairie Ave., Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Elgin: 1435 Summit Street, Elgin, Illinois 60120
Geneva: 1S450 Wyatt Drive, Geneva, IL 60134

Programs include Early Intervention services (Ages 0-3; 630-529-2871, ext. 2238), day school programming (Ages 3-21), day program services (Ages 18+) and residential services (all ages), and employment services for individuals with developmental disabilities. 


Maryville Academy

Maryville Residential Treatment Center - Maryville St. George Program
1150 N. River Road Des Plaines, IL 60016
(630) 736-7451 (intake)

Specialty: psychiatric, behavioral, intellectual disabilities, self-harm, sexually acting out, autism, trauma. Multiple levels of care: moderate & severe; parenting & pregnancy teen DCFS ward section for those with children. Maryville also has inpatient psychiatric child, adolescent, young adult (18-22 years) & a deaf and hard of hearing program. Intake (847) 768-5347. Average stay is 12-18 months. Ages: 12-21 years (males); 12-21 years (females).


Milestone, Inc.

4450 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, IL 61103
Child: 815-639-9555
Adult: (815) 639-2955
Email: tjindrich@milestone-inc.org

Provides long-term care for children who have a diagnosis of a developmental disability serving children in CILA's and the entire state of Illinois for individuals 6-22 years. Cost: state and/or school funded; private pay available


National Deaf Academy

Deana Goldstein, CEO
19650 U.S. Highway 441 Mount Dora, FL 32757
Phone: (352) 735-9500

ISBE approved. Population served: male/female students with autism. Specialized program using the ABA and SCERTS model along with skill acquisition training. While the program serves individuals diagnosed with deafness and autism, they also serve those with normal hearing that are diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Ages: 5-22 years. For more information, contact Christina Hawkins at (804) 928-8863.


Residential Services for Children and Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities in Illinois

The Residential Waiver for Children and Young Adults with Developmental Disabilities provides services to children and young adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities ages 3 through 21 who are at risk of placement in an Intermediate Care Facility for persons with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities (ICF-I/DD). The Point of Entry for possible services is through your a Preadmission Screening (PAS) Agency/PUNS office or an Independent Service Coordination (ISC) Agency (PAS/ISC).


Universal Health

Boulder Creek Academy
378 Emerson Lane Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
(877) 348-0848

Boulder Creek Academy specializes in working with adolescents 13-18, whose academic needs are not being met in traditional school, often making them feel socially disconnected, depressed or anxious. Specialty: autism. Average stay is 12-24 months. For children ages11-18 years.