Interactive Playbook

What to Expect & When

A grounded guide for autism families β€” organized around your child's life, not a checklist someone else wrote.

By Life Phase
By Age + Support Level
By Diagnosis Stage

Pick the phase that fits your child right now. You can explore others anytime.

Select a Life Phase
🍼
Early Intervention
Birth to age 3
🎨
Preschool
Ages 3–5
πŸ“š
Elementary School
Ages 6–11
πŸŽ’
Middle School
Ages 11–14
πŸŽ“
High School
Ages 14–18
πŸš€
Transition to Adult
Ages 18–22+
Your State (helps tailor state resources)

Tell us your child's age and support level β€” we'll map what typically comes next.

Child's Age
Age 6
BirthAge 11Age 22+
Support Level (DSM-5, if known)
🌱
Level 1
Requires support
🌿
Level 2
Requires substantial support
🌳
Level 3
Requires very substantial support
Your State

Where are you in the diagnosis journey? We'll meet you there.

Your Current Stage
πŸ”
Something Feels Different
No diagnosis yet
⏳
On a Waitlist
Evaluation scheduled or waiting
πŸ“‹
Just Diagnosed
Within the last 6–12 months
🧭
Established β€” Planning Ahead
Figuring out next steps
Your State