Alabama Autism

Alabama Autism is a parent-facing information resource that helps families navigate autism-related questions, programs, and services in Alabama. Its interactive tool answers questions about topics such as evaluations, Early Intervention, Medicaid coverage for ABA therapy, school services and IEPs, benefits, provider directories, Regional Autism Networks, respite care, and daily family needs. It also covers general autism information, including diagnostic criteria, therapies, co-occurring conditions, and research.

Answers draw on a curated knowledge base of Alabama-specific sources and general clinical references, with live web search available to fill gaps. The resource is designed to cite sources for specific claims and to acknowledge when reliable information is unavailable, rather than inventing an answer. It is intended to help parents and caregivers find relevant information and next steps, not to provide medical advice; users are encouraged to confirm details with licensed clinicians. The project is described as a personally funded volunteer effort built by Evan Jones, an Alabama parent, with clinical stewardship from Dr. Justin Schwartz of UAB Civitan-Sparks Clinic.