Center For Autism And Related Disorders Workshop Addresses Funding Resources For Parents Of Children With Autism

Top Quote The Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. (CARD), will host "Is My Child's Autism Treatment Funded by Insurance Providers?" for parents of children with autism. The free workshop will be held on Wednesday, January 19, 2011 from 6:30pm-8:30pm at 4928 East Clinton Way, in Fresno, California. End Quote
  • Fresno, CA (1888PressRelease) January 04, 2011 - "This presentation will give parents of children with autism valuable and up-to-date information on insurance funding for autism treatment," says Sarah Cho, CARD Fresno Managing Supervisor. "This seminar provides the answers on what insurance companies will and will not cover as well as effective strategies to maximize insurance benefits."

    Autism insurance reform laws have been enacted by 23 states. California is one of nine states with autism insurance reform bills pending introduction or endorsement.

    Autism is a pervasive developmental disorder that is marked by the presence of impaired social interaction and communication in addition to a restricted repertoire of activities and interests. According to the Centers for Disease Control Prevention, one in every 110 children is diagnosed with autism in America, making it more common than childhood cancer, juvenile diabetes and pediatric AIDS combined. An estimated 1.5 million individuals in the U.S. and tens of millions worldwide are affected by autism.

    To register, call Angie Mitchell at (559) 255-5900 or email at a.mitchell ( @ ) centerforautism dot com dot

    About the Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. (CARD):
    CARD maintains a reputation as one of the world's largest and most experienced organizations effectively treating children with autism, Asperger's syndrome, PDD-NOS, and related disorders. Following the principles of applied behavior analysis, CARD develops individualized treatment plans for every child and provides autism services around the globe.

    For more information about CARD, visit www.centerforautism.com.

    MEDIA CONTACT
    Aenid Reyes
    Marketing Assistant
    Tele: (818) 345-2345 ext. 285
    Email: a.reyes ( @ ) centerforautism dot com
    4928 E Clinton Way, Fresno, California 93727

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