UF's Autism and Neurodevelopmental Services

Which Center do I Go To For Care?

At the University of Florida, we offer two specialized centers to support individuals with autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions. Use the guide below to find the right services for you or your loved one.

What is a Patient navigator?

The patient navigator will be the first person you interact with when starting to receive services at CAN. You can think of them as your GPS for the autism world.

Services include:

• managing patient referrals and evaluations
• coordinating care
• providing patient resources

What are the Latest Updates on SB112?

Florida Senate Bill 112 – Children with Developmental Disabilities

The University of Florida Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment (UF CAN) is at the forefront of Florida’s statewide initiative to support people with autism. Through its clinical efforts, UF CAN delivers integrated psychiatric, psychological, therapeutic, and patient navigation services, while serving as a dynamic resource for faculty and students to collaborate and engage participants in cutting-edge research. 

As designated by the landmark legislation of SB 112, UF CAN will serve as the central hub for information about autism-related research, training, and service across the state. The center will also be responsible for awarding and overseeing grants for summer programs and charters schools serving students with autism, identifying and promote best practices for screening diagnosis and intervention and enhancing professional learning through free autism micro-credentials for educators and childcare providers. As this legislation was only recently enacted, members of UF CAN are actively working to initiate these program