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Our compassionate and knowledgeable team is here to address your unique needs and provide the best possible care for your child’s neurodevelopmental journey.

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Teaching for a stronger community.

We are here to equip learners with the essentials skills needed to create positive change in the lives of people with developmental differences.

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Researching for a better tomorrow.

Our goal is to unlock discoveries that will revolutionize the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental diagnoses.

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Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment

205 Portland Street, Columbia, MO 65211

573-884-6052

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  • Magic and Wine

    Country Club of Missouri 1300 Woodrail Ave, Columbia, MO, United States

    Support the Thompson Center through an amazing night of wine and magic! Internationally renowned magician David Minkin comes to Columbia for the first time to help support the Thompson Center. Don't miss this mind-blowing night of magic and wine! VERY limited seating is available, so buy your tickets fast! Tickets available at https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/wineandmagic Be aContinue reading "Magic and Wine"

  • 2019 Heroes Among Us Gala

    DoubleTree Hotel- Chesterfield, MO 16625 Swingley Ridge Rd, Chesterfield, MO, United States

    Join the Thompson Foundation for Autism for this amazing night of Wine and Magic, featuring International Champion of Magic David Minkin. “Magic and Wine” David’s weekly live show in Los Angeles, which Johnny Depp called “The greatest thing I’ve ever seen,” is the longest running one-man magic show in California and one of the highestContinue reading "2019 Heroes Among Us Gala"

  • Halloween Trick or Treat

    Thompson Center Clinic 205 Portland St., Columbia, MO, United States

    Break out your costumes and come to the Thompson Center for trick or treating! Come get gobs of candy and show off your fun costumes from 4-5:30 p.m. on Oct. 31 at the Thompson Center clinic! ALL Thompson Center patients AND their families are welcome! We'll see you there!

  • Autism: The Musical and Autism: The Sequel

    3524 Washington Boulevard‎ St Louis, MO 63103

    Twelve years after the multiple Emmy Award winning HBO film AUTISM: THE MUSICAL was filmed, HBO commissioned a short film to check in on the five children featured in the 2008 documentary. View both films for free at the St. Louis International Film Festival on Nov. 10.   For more information, visit: https://www.cinemastlouis.org/sliff/autism-musical-and-autism-sequel

  • Heroes Among Us Virtual Gala

    The Thompson Foundation is excited to invite you to the 14th Annual Heroes Among Us Virtual Gala & Auction. Proceeds from the Gala benefit the MU Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. Supporters again this year include our Champion St. Louis Blues and St. Louis Blues Alumni. Honorary Chairs for the Gala are SaraContinue reading "Heroes Among Us Virtual Gala"

  • Trick or Treat at the Thompson Center

    Thompson Center Clinic 205 Portland St., Columbia, MO, United States

    When: Friday, October 27, 2023 from 3:00-5:00 p.m. Who: All Thompson Center patients, families, and employees What to Wear: Halloween costumes or regular clothes What to Bring: Bring your own bag!

  • Postponed! Pathway to Success: What You Can Do Now

    Boone County Family Resources 2700 West Ash Street, Columbia, MO, United States

    This is a FREE transition resource event for students with autism. We encourage caregivers of students of all ages to join us for this event. It is never to early to think about the transition process. You will be able to talk with experts and learn about building independence. The event will take place betweenContinue reading "Postponed! Pathway to Success: What You Can Do Now"

  • Santa at the Thompson Center

    Thompson Center Clinic 205 Portland St., Columbia, MO, United States

      Friday, December 8, 2023: 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday, December 9, 2023: 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Call 573-884-4512 to schedule a FREE 10-15 minute private, in-person visit with Santa for your children. Receive your child’s photos electronically for you to print and save. Sessions are limited. Open to children of all ages with autism or another neurodevelopmentalContinue reading "Santa at the Thompson Center"

  • Autism Ride Dice Run Fundraiser – Sponsored by Boonville Knights of Columbus

    Knights of Columbus Hall 1515 Radio Hill Rd., Boonville, MO, United States

    Autism Ride Dice Run Sponsored by Knights of Columbus Council 1061 Boonville Proceeds benefit the Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopment's social and community skills programs Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. First riders out at 10:00 a.m. | Last riders out by noon | Last riders in by 5:00 p.m. $10 per card, multiple cardsContinue reading "Autism Ride Dice Run Fundraiser – Sponsored by Boonville Knights of Columbus"

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