EQUIPPING FAMILIES TO CARE FOR THEIR CHILDREN ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM
Grants, education, and support for families.
EQUIPPING FAMILIES TO CARE FOR THEIR CHILDREN ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM
MISSION
Our mission is to promote understanding, acceptance, and the full potential of each individual with autism by empowering families.
VISION
Our vision extends beyond acceptance to full inclusion and celebration of diversity within the community and society at large.
GRANT PROGRAM
We believe parents are the key to a child’s development.
Autism Futures provides families monthly grant support based on financial need and level of involvement in their child’s autism therapy.
Explaining what autism is, its spectrum, and common misconceptions.
Navigating the diagnostic process and emotional support for parents.
Identifying early indicators and behaviors associated with autism.
Director - Uli K. Chettipally, MD, MPH
Dr. Uli Chettipally brings over 25 years of clinical experience as an emergency physician, former chairman of the emergency department at Kaiser Permanente, and assistant professor at UC San Francisco.
His personal journey raising his daughter, Siri, who was diagnosed with autism, inspired him to found Sirica Therapeutics, a company developing innovative therapeutic devices for autism.
Dr. Chettipally’s unique combination of professional expertise and personal experience plays a vital role in shaping Autism Futures’ mission, driving forward meaningful support for families.
CONTACT US
If you are interested in our program, don’t hesitate to reach out.