An Exploration of Fiscal Resources and Systems Needs related to Autism Spectrum Disorder Services and Supports in Ohio: Fiscal Analysis and Parent/Caregiver Interview Results

Authors

Dawn Anderson-Butcher, Ohio State University - Main CampusFollow
Hilary Drew, Ohio State University - Main CampusFollow
Amber Moodie-Dyer, Ohio State University - Main Campus
Jill A. Hoffman, Portland State UniversityFollow

Sponsor

This research was commissioned by the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO) and the Center for Systems Change at the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence disorders (OCALI)

Document Type

Report

Publication Date

6-2012

Subjects

Autism in children, Autistic children -- Education -- Ohio -- Economic aspects, Autistic children -- Services for -- Ohio, Parents of auttistic children -- Ohio -- Surveys

Abstract

In order to advocate for policies that align and leverage funding streams in service to the needs of families and individuals affected by autism spectrum disorders (ASD), the Educational Service Center of Central Ohio (ESCCO) and the Center for Systems Change at the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence disorders (OCALI) commissioned the College of Social Work at The Ohio State University to conduct a fiscal analysis of ASD funds and to explore parent / caregiver perceptions of the ASD service delivery system in Ohio. There were two purposes of this work:

• To identify federal and state funding streams that are available or may be used to support autism spectrum disorders in Ohio and
• To explore stakeholder (particularly parents / caregivers) experiences with the ASD service delivery system and related informal social supports.

The findings from both research components provide insights into ways in which the ASD service delivery system might be improved, as fiscal mapping data inform resource investments and consumer perspectives’ drive continuous improvements.

Description

At the time of writing, Jill Hoffman was affiliated with Ohio State University.

A product of the Community and Youth Collaborative Institute.

Persistent Identifier

http://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/18714

Citation Details

Anderson-Butcher, D., Drew, H., Moodie-Dyer, A., & Hoffman, J. (2012). An exploration of fiscal resources and systems needs related to autism spectrum disorder services and supports in Ohio: Results from a fiscal analysis and parent interviews. Columbus, OH: College of Social Work, Ohio State University.