Madison House Autism Foundation

01/30/2026

As an autistic adult walks down the street, there may be challenges that they face or have not yet learned. They may be bombarded with overwhelming noise, flashing signs, sunlight, smells, and more. They may not know how to wait for the crosswalk signal or to look out for cars before crossing. When an ambulance comes by, they may not know to wait to cross even if the walk sign is showing.

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network provides a wonderful toolkit for autistic adults and their caregivers in safely navigating the community, interacting with police, and more. You can find it at the link below:

https://autisticadvocacy.org/policy/toolkits/safety/

01/28/2026

Thankful to be able to advocate for the 274,000 individuals and families in Utah’s autism community at UNA's Nonprofit Day on the Hill!

From affordable housing to more autism-friendly services, we are here to support in sharing the needs we’ve heard most.

You can learn more about our community-building work in Utah at
madisonhouseautism.org/projects/utah

01/16/2026

"Historically, services for people with autism and IDD have focused on childhood and early adulthood. But today, more people in this population are living longer than ever before. . . we must rethink how we deliver care across the lifespan."

Learn how to support aging adults with autism and IDD through coordinated healthcare, inclusive housing, technology, and community-focused services.

01/15/2026

With success from other community action groups we’ve started, a new group in Utah County is underway! Autistic adults, parents, service providers, elected officials, and other community members are working together to make their community more autism-friendly.

Working in Provo, the group created initial goals in gathering employment resources and sharing local autism-friendly social events!

Want to learn more about our work? You can check out our project at https://madisonhouseautism.org/projects/utah/

Thank you to ScenicView Academy for Young Adults with Autism for providing the space!

01/12/2026

For the first time, a Barbie doll with features designed to account for the ways in which individuals with autism experience the world is hitting the market.

01/09/2026

With a pair of new hires and recent comments, advocates say the Trump administration appears to be actively laying the groundwork to transfer special education out of the U.S. Department of Education.

01/01/2026

THANK YOU so much to our supporters! We look forward to bright futures in 2026 as we work together to make more supportive communities.

12/31/2025

There’s still time to support your autistic neighbors and loved ones this giving season. Your support matters.

Many autistic adults are yearning to share their art, minds, and talents with the world, but they just have to be given that chance. At Madison House, we advocate and build programming across the nation for and with autistic adults, creating more opportunities for the future.

Give the gift of support this holiday season at madisonhouseautism.org/donate

12/30/2025

Across the country, millions of parents constantly worry about what will happen to their adult autistic child when they are no longer able to care for them. With limited resources and support for autism in adulthood, parents are often left isolated to be caregivers for their loved ones, even into retirement and beyond.

At MHAF, we work every day to provide resources, advocacy, and programming so that parents and their loved ones in the autism community have brighter futures.

Your year-round support can ensure this work stays strong, funding the heart of our programming.

Give the gift of year-round support today at madisonhouseautism.org/donate.

12/26/2025

With the right tools, you can start 2026 with stronger finances. Check out the National Council on Aging's Benefits CheckUp tool to see what support you might qualify for.

The tool is for both seniors and people with disabilities.

Find more resources on our resources page:
https://madisonhouseautism.org/resources/

NCOA’s BenefitsCheckUp® connects millions of older adults and people with disabilities with benefits programs that can help them afford nutritious food, health care, and more. Get started today.