Balance Autism: An OPEN MINDS Organizational Profile

Founded in 1994 as The Homestead, Balance Autism (BA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides clinical, vocational, and community services. BA also provides parent training and youth homes. The organization is nationally accredited by the Commission for the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Their mission is, “We develop and implement innovative solutions to engage people with autism.”

Headquartered in Altoona, Iowa, BA has nine separate locations scattered across the state. The organization employs approximately 400 staff and serves over 450 adolescent and adult consumers . . .