how the partnership began


In 2007, The Marin Autism Collaborative grew out of a county wide effort, facilitated by Lifehouse, a non-profit agency supporting adults with developmental disabilities. The collaborative aimed to identify gaps in services for those with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorders) and their families as well as professionals working with the population.

The Marin Autism Collaborative is comprised of a variety of providers, agencies, and nonprofit organizations giving their time to ensure that families, professionals and consumers in Marin County affected by ASD receive the very best services throughout life. The collaborative is a representation of the key players in the county including Golden Gate Regional Center, Marin SELPA, State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Lifehouse, Autistry Studios, Oakhill School, Dominican University-Occupational Therapy Department, Integrated Community Services, and the Helix School.

MAC continues to meet every other month and has established an organizational structure that hopes to ensure an on going process of looking at the gaps in services and finding solutions.