Anderson Center for Autism – Day & Residential School-Age Program (NY)

• A residential and educational program for children and teens with autism, ages 5–21, offering Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)-based interventions, accredited academics, and structured therapeutic supports on a campus in the Hudson Valley.

• 🔗 https://www.andersoncenterforautism.org

• (845) 889-5127

Stewart Home & School (KY)

• Residential school serving individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities of all ages, offering lifelong learning, vocational training, equestrian and recreational programs in a nurturing, community-centered environment

• 🔗 https://stewarthome.com/

• (502) 227-4821

Kiva Adventure Ranch (UT)

Residential treatment center for neurodiverse males, ages 12–17, blending education, outdoor experiences, and individualized therapy across a 75-acre ranch to promote strengths-based development and emotional growth

🔗 http://www.kivaranch.com/

(435) 272-1492

White River Academy (UT)

Residential treatment program for adolescent boys (ages 12–18), specializing in trauma-informed care for mental health, addiction, behavioral concerns, and compulsive sexual behaviors, with onsite therapeutic and educational services

🔗 https://whiteriveracademy.com/

(435) 447-4376 (also (888) 864-0065)

Arrow Family Service (MD & TX)

Christian nonprofit providing child welfare and family support services across Maryland and Texas. They offer a wide array of services, including foster care (traditional, treatment, and kinship), adoption, residential treatment programs, special education, behavioral health, and medical equipment provision, all rooted in a trauma-informed, Christian-centered approach.

🔗 https://www.arrow.org/

Headquarters (Spring, TX): (281) 210-1500, Toll-free: 1 (877) 922-7769.

• Texas (varies by location): e.g., Austin: (512) 407-9501; San Antonio: (210) 457-1200; Brownwood: (325) 646-4141; Tyler: (903) 581-5605; Amarillo: (806) 335-9138, among others.

• Maryland: Hunt Valley – (410) 882-9133; Bel Air – (410) 734-9319; Belcamp – (410) 297-4100; Towson (Tangram School) – (443) 798-6310.

Spark Academy For Boys or Girls (UT)

Specialized residential treatment program, operating within the Heritage Community campus in Provo, Utah. Designed exclusively for neurodiverse teenagers (approximately ages 13–18), Spark Academy focuses on building emotional regulation, executive functioning, and life skills. The program emphasizes strong therapeutic caregiving, normalized teen experiences (like dances and prom), and a continuum of care that adapts to students’ growing independence.

🔗 https://www.heritagertc.org/peers/

(801) 226-4600

Chaddock (IL)

Internationally recognized leader in treating children affected by severe abuse, neglect, and trauma. Offers a full continuum of care—including residential treatment, special education, foster and adoption services, in-home intensive programs (Developmental Trauma & Attachment Program, or DTAP), and training for professionals. Serves children from birth through age 21 and their families.

🔗 https://www.chaddock.org/

(217) 222-0034

Alpine Academy (UT)

Licensed residential therapeutic school for teenagers (ages 12–18), structured as two gender-specific campuses (Lakeview for males, Mountain View for females). It uses the evidence-based Teaching-Family Model, combining a family-style living environment with integrated academic instruction and therapeutic modalities like DBT, CBT, EMDR, equine therapy, and neurofeedback to support emotional healing, personal growth, and academic success.

🔗 https://www.alpineacademy.org/

(435) 228-0100 (also reported as (800) 244-1113)

Discover Seven Stars (UT)

Residential treatment program for teenagers (ages 13–17/18) with autism spectrum disorder, executive functioning deficits (e.g., ADHD), learning disorders, or other neurodevelopmental challenges. The program blends classroom academics, individual and group therapy, and outdoor experiential learning in a strengths-based, evidence-informed residential setting north of Salt Lake City.

🔗 https://discoversevenstars.com/

(844) 601-1167 (another number listed: (801) 773-0200)

Bayes Achievement Center (TX)

• Residential treatment center and day school program serving children and young people (ages 6–22) with severe behavioral and developmental challenges, including emotional, behavioral, and intellectual disabilities. Offers a therapeutic residential program, counseling, music therapy, horticulture, vocational training, and tailored educational support.

• 🔗 https://www.bayescenter.com/

• (936) 291-3391 — alternate number: (936) 291-7622

Meridell Achievement Center Neurobehavioral Program (TX)

• Co-ed residential treatment center located on a 63-acre campus in Liberty Hill serving children and teens ages 10–17. Focuses on neurobehavioral and emotional challenges through psychiatric care, therapeutic services, and an embedded educational curriculum in a supportive, medical-model environment.

• 🔗 http://www.meridell.com/

• (512) 528-2100 — alternative contact: 1-800-366-8656 (24/7 referral line)

Fox Run Visions Program (OH)

• Residential program at Fox Run Center designed specifically for adolescent girls ages 12–17 with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD).

• 🔗 https://foxruncenter.com/programs-services/adolescents/developmental-disabilities-treatment/

• (740) 695-2131

Genesee Lake School (WI)

• Therapeutic private school and residential program serving students ages 7–21 with neurodevelopmental disorders (including autism, intellectual disabilities, and mental health challenges). Located on a 160-acre campus offering a structured, individualized educational environment that includes residential, day school, respite, vocational training, and farming-based therapeutic experiences.

• 🔗 https://www.geneseelakeschool.com/

• (262) 569-5510

The College Experience at The College of St. Rose (NY)

• A two-year, life skills and employment-focused residential college program for young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. Students live in off-campus dorms with staff support while taking non-credit courses and participating in campus life.

• 🔗 https://thecollegeexperience.org

• (518) 218-0000 ext. 5512

Warren, Washington, Albany ARC (WWAARC) (NY)

• Provides supports for individuals with developmental and learning disabilities, including residential services alongside advocacy, day services, and family support.

• 🔗 https://wwaarc.org

• (518) 615-9817

Transitions USA, Lexington Center ARC (NY)

• A transition program for young adults with autism and learning differences that includes academics, vocational training, and supported residential living opportunities. Ages vary (high school grads to young adults).

• 🔗 https://www.transitionsusa.org

• (518) 661-6697

Chapel Haven Schleifer Center (CT)

• Nonprofit organization that provides life skills programs for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Offers residential, day, and college programs to help individuals live independently.

• 🔗 https://www.chapelhaven.org/

• (203) 397-1714

Wildwood Programs (NY)

• Provides comprehensive disability supports for ages 5-21 including residential programs, day services, and schooling for people with developmental disabilities, learning differences, and autism spectrum disorders.

• 🔗 https://wildwoodprograms.org

• (518) 836-2300

The Staff Assistant Experience at Ramapo for Children (NY)

• Year-round residential transition-to-independence program for neurodiverse young adults ages 17–26. Focuses on building social, vocational, and life skills in a supportive residential community.

• 🔗 https://ramapoforchildren.org/services-programs/staff-assistant-experience/

• (845) 876-8403

Springbrook (NY)

• Comprehensive organization serving people with developmental disabilities, offering school, community, and residential services. Programs emphasize skill development, independence, and personal growth across the lifespan.

• 🔗 https://www.springbrookny.org

• (607) 286-7171 ext. 388

The Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (IL)

Therapeutic day school for children and adolescents with significant social-emotional needs. Located in Chicago, O-School uses a milieu-based therapeutic model integrated with education to support emotional growth, relationship-building, and academic success. Founded in 1915 and deeply rooted in individualized care.

🔗 https://www.oschool.org/

(773) 420-2900 (Coordinator of Admissions: (773) 420-2891)

Lake Mary Center (KS)

• Nonprofit organization providing services to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Offers educational, mental and behavioral health, and social services to individuals supported annually.

• 🔗 https://lakemary.org/

• (913) 557-4000

May Institute (MA)

• Nonprofit organization that provides services for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Offers educational, behavioral, and clinical services across various locations.

• 🔗 https://www.mayinstitute.org/

• (800) 778-7601

Elwyn (PA)

• Nonprofit organization offering a range of services for individuals with disabilities and special needs. Provides educational, behavioral health, and community services across Pennsylvania and Delaware.

• 🔗 https://www.elwyn.org/

• (610) 891-2000

Fort Behavioral Health – Camp Worth Autism Program (TX)

• Residential treatment program for adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Offers evidence-based treatments and therapies to help adolescents develop independence and communication skills.

• 🔗 https://fortbehavioral.com/about-fort-behavioral-health-texas/about-camp-worth/

• (844) 965-4280

Rainbow Acres (AZ)

Christian community that empowers adults with developmental disabilities to live to their fullest potential with dignity and purpose. Offers residential living and vocational programs.

🔗 https://rainbowacres.org/

(928) 567-5231

Moonridge Academy for Girls (UT)

• Residential mental health treatment center specializing in working with younger teens aged 12–15. Provides individualized treatment plans, equine therapy, and a protective environment.

• 🔗 https://www.moonridgeacademy.com/

• (435) 586-9585

Third Way Center (CO)

Nonprofit organization offering residential and outpatient services to adolescents and young adults with complex mental health issues. Focuses on trauma resolution and helping individuals become productive members of society.

🔗 https://thirdwaycenter.org/

(303) 780-9191

Evergreen Center (MA)

• Residential and day school for children and young adults up to age 22 with autism and severe developmental disabilities. Provides individualized educational and vocational programming.

• 🔗 https://www.evergreenctr.org/

• (508) 478-2631

New England Center for Children (MA)

• Nonprofit autism education and research center serving ages 13–22. Provides residential and day programs, transition services, and autism curriculum development.

• 🔗 https://www.necc.org/

• (508) 481-1015

Devereux Developmental Disabilities Program (NY, PA, others)

• Provides services for children through adults with developmental disabilities, autism, and behavioral health needs. Programs include residential, educational, and vocational services.

• 🔗 https://www.devereux.org/

• (800) 345-1292

Florida Institute for Neurologic Rehabilitation (FL)

• Residential rehabilitation center for individuals with brain injuries and neurological disorders. Provides intensive, individualized treatment and support for independent living.

• 🔗 http://www.finr.net/

• (863) 773-2857

Waterfall Canyon Academy (UT)

• Residential program for males ages 13–17 with autism, learning differences, and emotional/behavioral challenges. Focuses on social skills, academics, and independent living skills.

• 🔗 https://www.waterfallcanyon.com/programs/residential/

• (801) 621-3901

Brain Injury Association of Michigan (MI)

• Nonprofit serving adults with brain injuries, autism, developmental disabilities, and neurorehabilitation needs. Provides advocacy, residential programs, and support services.

• 🔗 https://www.biami.org/

• (810) 229-5880

Pasadena Villa (TN & FL)

• Provides residential and outpatient psychiatric treatment for adults with mood disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and severe mental health challenges. Uses a Social Integration Model.

• 🔗 https://pasadenavilla.com/

• (407) 290-6628 (FL) | (865) 694-5557 (TN)