What is UM-NSU CARD?

is the University of Miami - Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism & Related Disabilities. UM-NSU CARD has been providing an array of family support, outreach services, consultation and many other outstanding services to individuals with autism spectrum disorders, their families, and the professionals who serve them, for the past 18 years. Its constituency has grown from 88 families in 1993 to over 6,300 families today. We are shorthanded with only 12 full time clinicians to assist them in Monroe, Miami Dade and Broward Counties.

UM-NSU CARD's annual operating budget is more than $500,000 less than its best funded year (2006-2007) despite serving more and more families each year.

The call to UM-NSU CARD is typically the first and most important phone call a family makes when their child is newly diagnosed.

UM-NSU CARD is Florida’s first choice for autism support.

UM-NSU CARD serves nearly 6,300 families
AT NO DIRECT COST TO FAMILIES

Last year 578 new families came to UM-NSU CARD for help.

We have lost 35% of our funding but are serving 80% more clients.

UM-NSU CARD is FLORIDA'S FIRST CHOICE FOR AUTISM SUPPORT

The center is one of seven state-funded, university-based outreach and support centers in Florida dedicated to optimizing the potential of children and adults with autism, dual sensory impairment and related disabilities.

UM-NSU CARD has been providing an array of family support, outreach services, consultation and many other outstanding services to individuals with autism spectrum disorders, their families, and the professionals who serve them, for the past 18 years. Its constituency has grown from 88 families in 1993 to nearly 6,300 families today.

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