Autism Advocacy

Children's Specialized Hospital
Autism Center of Excellence

Children’s Specialized Hospital prioritizes the well-being of all people. Through programs such as our Social Determinants of Health screening, Medical Legal Partnership, online autism resource library, and the Living Safely Online Center for Safety, we’re committed to supporting a community where everyone can thrive.

Social Equity

• Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) Screening
• Medical Legal Partnership (LAMP): CSH Center for Discovery, Innovation and Development partnered with Legal Services of New Jersey to integrate lawyers into the health care team at CSH to identify and remedy legal issues to improve health outcomes of our patients.
• Food Banks

Safety

• Community Safety Education
• Living Safely with Disabilities and Special Health Needs Online Center for Safety
• Elopement Screening and Resources

Transition

• Guardianship Support
• Primary Care Transition Model
• CSH Transition into Adulthood Resources

Inclusion

• Recreation Services
  • RWJBarnabas Health Field of Dreams provides an all-inclusive complex which has a playground and multiple other physical and cognitive environments which create and recognize everyone's right to fully participate in equitable play.
  • CSH Activity Connection includes recreation, sports, and social activities for children and teens with special health care needs. The programs provide opportunities to make new friends, participate in physical activities, and enjoy new experiences.