We are a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to optimizing the potential of children with developmental delays and disabilities.

Our mission is to serve as a resource for Northwest Georgia and to facilitate the education and collaboration of health providers, families and educators caring for children with developmental delays and disabilities.

Our four service arms include Community Awareness, Continuing Education, Collaboration, and Advocacy.




Wondering what Op has been up to lately? Download our Winter 2009 Newsletter to find out.



On April 2, 2009, The Autism Treatment Acceleration Act (ATAA) was introduced in the U.S. Senate. It will require all insurance companies across the country to provide coverage for medically necessary, evidence-based treatments and therapies for autism spectrum disorders (ASD). In addition, it will provide an array of services available to adults with ASD. Click here for additional information.




Thank you to everyone who showed their support of Georgia SB 161 / HB 426, "Ava's Law." On Thursday, March 12, the bill was tabled in the Senate for next year's session. Please continue to visit AutismVotes.org/Georgia for the most current information on Georgia legislature regarding Autism.

SB 161  /  HB 426  /  Ava's Law (PDF)




The Op Foundation is currently partnering with The Centers for Disease Control (CDC), American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), The Governor's Council for Developmental Disabilities (GCDD), Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center, Parent to Parent of Georgia, and many others.

We continue to speak to various organizations throughout the area. If you are interested in having us speak to your group, please let us know.

Click here to view the slides from our Awareness 2008 campaign.


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