Facts & Statistics

1 in 31 children are diagnosed with Autism in the U.S.

1 in 40 children in the state of Missouri

1 in 130 children worldwide

Boys are approximately 4 times more likely to be diagnosed

Rural areas have fewer services and resources which mean families often face extra challenges including limited access to healthcare, transportation issues and financial barriers.  

The needs of people with autism vary widely and can evolve over time. This is why Autism is a SPECTRUM. Some people can be independent and others will require outside support for their lifetime. 

Autism affects social and communication interaction along with other varies impacts.

Autistic people have a wide spectrum of intellectual functioning.  Some Autistic people are highly intelligent and some have severe impairments.  Every Autistic person is unique and no one Autistic person is the same but can share similar characteristics.