National & International Organizations
Autism & Neurodiversity Advocacy
Autism Society of America
National advocacy, education, and support.
● Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
Run by and for autistic individuals; policy and toolkit resources.
● CDC Autism Resources
Data, screening tools, and research on autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
● World Health Organization (WHO) – Autism
Global guidelines and reports on neurodevelopmental conditions.
Housing & Independent Living
● Autism Housing Network
📧 info@autismhousingnetwork.org
National directory of housing options and funding.
● The Arc
Supports housing and rights for developmental disabilities.
● HUD Section 811 Program
Federal grants for disability-inclusive housing
Housing & Support Services
● Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM)
Local workshops, housing resources, and advocacy.
● Common Ground (Minnesota Cohousing)
📧 commonground@neurodiversehousing.org
Neurodiverse-friendly shared living model (reference in NeuroNest’s plan).
● Minnesota Disability Law Center
Legal support for housing and disability rights.
Employment & Education
● Minnesota Autism Resource Portal
State-run hub for services, schools, and employment programs.
● PROACT (Minnesota Employment Services)
Job training and placement for neurodivergent adults
Research & Design Innovations
● University of Minnesota – Institute on Community Integration
Research on inclusive housing and neurodiversity.
● Mayo Clinic Autism Research
Clinical studies and resources.
Crisis & Immediate Support
● MN Crisis Text Line
Text "MN" to 741741 for 24/7 support.
● MN Adult Mental Health Division