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Project

Family Mentorship: Autism

Center:

WY-Wyoming Institute for Disabilities, UCEDD

Fiscal Year:

2026

Contact Information:

Canyon Hardesty
[email protected]
307-766-5003

Project Description:

The Wyoming Family Mentorship program was designed to ensure the families navigating the autism spectrum have the support, resources, and community they need to thrive. We pair newly diagnosed families with families who've been navigating the spectrum for some time - trained mentors who know the joys and challenges of raising a child with autism. We believe that having a community of supporting parents is a critical part of services for families with children on the autism spectrum.

Keyword(s):

Family, Autism, Mentorship

Core Function(s):

Performing Research or Evaluation, Developing & Disseminating Information

Area of Emphasis

Education & Early Intervention, Health-Related Activities

Target Audience:

Family Members/Caregivers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Geographic Areas, Reservation, Rural/Remote, Specific Groups

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State