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Florida Senate Bill 112

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…

National Institute of Mental Health: News & Events

From 2024-2025, the National Institute of Mental Health’s (NIMH) Office for Disparities Research and Workforce Diversity is hosting a Disability, Equity, and Mental Health Research Webinar Series, which focuses on exploring the health disparities experienced by people with disability.

Addressing Feeding Disorders with Cultural Compassion

UF Health Psychology Addressing Feeding Disorders with Cultural Compassion Vivian Ibañez, M.D. with the Florida Autism Center and UF Health CAN specializes in navigating the complex challenges faced by families…

Spring 2024 Events

With community programming and collaboration with local organizations, there is a wide variety of events that people living with Autism Spectrum Disorder can attend. Connect here to the CARD website for details on all local events and programs. school-teacher-physical-education…

Autism Acceptance Month

April is Autism Acceptance Month, where we celebrate difference, promote awareness and spread knowledge about people living with Autism. Stay connected to the UF Center for Autism and Related Disabilities Facebook page for events related to Acceptance Month. #CelebrateDifferences with the…

Online Professional Certificate Opportunity

Online Professional Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder » College of Medicine » University of Florida The University of Florida College of Medicine’s online Graduate Certificate in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can be completed in as little as one year. Position yourself for success with specialized training in recognizing…

President signs $1.8 Billion Autism Funding Bill

President signed the Autism Collaboration, Accountability, Research, Education and Support Act (CARES) into law Monday, which allocates $1.8 billion in funding over the next five years to help people with Autism spectrum disorder and their families. Click here to read the details of the bill.