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Coordinated Support for Families

Faster answers. Less stress. Real partnership between schools, providers, and families. SMART brings together medical providers, school teams, therapists, and family supports to create a clear, coordinated path for autism evaluation and services.

How SMART Helps Families

Navigating autism evaluation can feel overwhelming. SMART is here to walk alongside you every step of the way.

Connect with bilingual, culturally-responsive assistance when needed
Receive coordinated, compassionate support
Reduce delays in accessing services
Understand the evaluation process
Navigate autism diagnosis without getting lost in the system
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Who Is SMART For?

Families

Families beginning the autism evaluation process or navigating developmental concerns.

Children

Children with developmental concerns needing a coordinated medical and school approach.

Providers

Medical providers who want a clearer, more coordinated way to support families through evaluation.

Schools

Schools seeking alignment with diagnostic teams to better serve students and families.

Rural Communities

Families in rural communities facing long waitlists or limited access to local specialists.

How SMART Works

A simple, step-by-step process to connect your family with the right support.

Contact LCAC

Call or Text: (253) 421-3671 or complete the referral form to get started.

Complete the SMART Packet

A detailed form gathering school, medical, developmental, and family information.

Submit the Packet

Email to outreach@lcautism.org or bring it in person to the Center.

SMART Team Review

A multidisciplinary team reviews the packet and collaborates with school and medical providers.

Next Steps & Follow-Up

Clear guidance on evaluation, supports, and referrals for your family.

Why SMART Works

By bringing everyone to the same table, SMART reduces the burden on families and creates better outcomes for children.

A single, coordinated process
Shared understanding across school, medical, and therapy systems
Earlier access to services
Less burden on caregivers
Better outcomes for children
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Where SMART Is Available

Lewis County Pediatric & Family Medicine

Napavine, WA

Spectrum & Development Community Center

Napavine, WA

Local Partner Clinics

Additional partner locations throughout Lewis County

For Providers & Schools

SMART supports professionals by creating a shared framework for evaluating ASD — improving communication between systems, supporting differential diagnosis, and reducing duplicate testing.

Shared Framework

A consistent process for evaluating ASD that aligns medical and educational teams.

Better Communication

Improved information sharing between school districts, clinics, and therapy providers.

Reduced Duplication

Less duplicate testing and fewer gaps in the diagnostic process for families.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, families can self-refer. There is no cost. SMART is offered free through LCAC and our community partners.
No. LCAC helps families complete the SMART Packet and connects them with any qualified COE provider who accepts Medicaid.
SMART can still help clarify needs and support alignment between medical and school teams.
We can meet with families one-on-one to complete the packet, in English or Spanish.

Ready to Get Started?

Reach out to our SMART Facilitator to begin the process. We are here to help your family every step of the way.

Call or Text: (253) 421-3671 Email: outreach@lcautism.org