Pieces to the Puzzle Grant

Pieces to the Puzzle Grant is sponsored by National Autism Association-Southeast Ohio. Provides financial assistance for biomedical treatments, supplements, and therapy services for autistic children.

Pieces to the Puzzle Grant – NAASEO Skip to primary navigation Skip to footer navigation Autism is preventable, treatable, and reversible! The Pieces to the Puzzle Grant provides families with financial assistance in getting necessary biomedical treatments, supplements and therapy services for their autistic child. This grant covers both traditional and non-traditional therapies.

Do not apply for this grant if you are seeking funds for respite care, swing sets, trips to Disney World, etc. Please completely review the following information before filling out this application. Please print clearly. Illegible applications cannot be considered.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and will be kept eligible a year after received. Please email questions to: scoconis@naaseo. org Frequently Asked Questions How do I know if my child qualifies for help from the National Autism Association-Southeast Ohio?

How do I know if my child qualifies for help from the National Autism Association-Southeast Ohio? Your child must meet two basic criteria to apply: 1. Reside in the counties of Muskingum, Perry, Morgan, Coshocton, or Guernsey, and other SEO counties.

2. Diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder or other neurological disorder. How much money can I request?

How much money can I request? The maximum amount we can award per child is a one-time grant of $500 per year. How do I apply for assistance from the National Autism Association-Southeast Ohio for my child?

How do I apply for assistance from the National Autism Association-Southeast Ohio for my child? First, review the two basic criteria. If you meet these, complete a GRANT APPLICATION .

The application consists of 3 parts: a completed application form, a letter from your child's physician that confirms your child's diagnosis, and a letter from the parent detailing how the money will be used and how it benefits the child. Are grant funds paid directly to families? Are grant funds paid directly to families?

At no time are funds transferred to families. All grants awarded are paid directly to the vendor or service provider to pay for tuition, supplements/medication, medical evaluation or testing, therapies, etc. I’ve sent my application in. How long until I know if my application has been approved?

I’ve sent my application in. How long until I know if my application has been approved? Once we have received all components of the application (completed application form, doctor's letter, and tax returns, if applicable), your application will be reviewed by the NAA staff.

No awards will exceed $500 per child at this time. ONLY APPROVED GRANT RECIPIENTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY NAA. If you want to confirm receipt of your application, mail with Return Receipt requested or Delivery Confirmation from the post office.

I have health insurance. Can I still apply for assistance? I have health insurance.

Can I still apply for assistance? I’m not sure if this request falls within the grant guidelines. Should I still send in an application?

I’m not sure if this request falls within the grant guidelines. Should I still send in an application? If your request is for something other than biomedical treatments, supplements, special diet considerations, special equipment or therapies for your child with autism, it does not fall within the grant guidelines.

If you are unsure please contact us prior to submitting an application. We have so many medical bills, we’re having trouble paying the rent/electric /water/telephone bills. Can NAA help us?

We have so many medical bills, we’re having trouble paying the rent/electric /water/telephone bills. Can NAA help us? The guidelines of this grant do not allow payment for anything other than biomedical treatments, supplements or therapies for your child with autism.

Completed application form Letter of intentions/requests PLEASE NOTE: ONLY APPROVED GRANT RECIPIENTS WILL BE CONTACTED BY NAASEO. This application cannot be considered until this form is completed legibly, signed, and all supporting documents (including doctor's letter) are received. The information included in this application is confidential and for NAASEO use only.

Please keep a copy for your records. National Autism Association of Southeast Ohio National Autism Association of Southeast Ohio NAASEO, a chapter of the National Autism Association is a non-profit, federally tax-exempt, charitable organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Service Code. All contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.