The Coordinating Center Brings Autism Waiver Expertise to Queen Anne's County

MILLERSVILLE, Md., Sept. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Coordinating Center, a statewide leader in person-centered care coordination, is proud to announce the expansion of its Autism Waiver Service Coordination services to Queen Anne's County, Maryland.

"We are pleased to welcome The Coordinating Center as our new Autism Waiver service coordination provider. Their extensive experience and commitment to person-centered care will be a valuable asset to our students and families. We look forward to working together to ensure continued access to high-quality support services for children and young adults with autism in our county." Joeleen Smith, Ed.S., Supervisor of Special Education, Queen Anne's County Board of Education 

The Maryland Autism Waiver, administered by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), enables eligible individuals with ASD to access Medicaid-funded Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) and supports through age 21. These services include respite care, environmental adaptations, intensive individual supports, after-school therapeutic programs, and more.

The Coordinating Center is contracted by local school systems to provide service coordination for students enrolled in the Autism Waiver. In addition to Dorchester, Harford, Howard, and Worcester counties, Queen Anne's County is now the fifth jurisdiction to benefit from The Coordinating Center's specialized expertise in navigating complex systems and coordinating critical services.

"We are excited to bring our person-centered approach to Queen Anne's County," said Dr. Teresa Titus-Howard, President and CEO of The Coordinating Center. "This expansion means more families will have access to a skilled team of service coordinators who understand the unique needs of children and young adults with autism and are dedicated to helping them live their best lives in the communities they call home."

To qualify for the Autism Waiver, children must be diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder as defined by the DSM-5, require an institutional level of care, and be receiving intensive special education services through an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Individualized Family Services Plan (IFSP). Financial eligibility is based on the child's income and resources, not the family's.

Due to high demand, the Autism Waiver is currently full. Families interested in future services should contact the Maryland Autism Waiver Registry at 1-866-417-3480 to be added to the waiting list.

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SOURCE The Coordinating Center