ANCHOR Arkansas — Public Summary

What it is:
ANCHOR Arkansas stands for Autism & Neurodivergence Community Health, Outreach, and Response. It is a proposed statewide access and support system that helps people find the right support before overwhelm becomes crisis.

Who it serves:
Autistic and neurodivergent adults, families, rural communities, schools, healthcare teams, navigators, agencies, providers, public safety, employers, and community partners.

What it includes:
- Public education and campaign materials
- Regional support access points called Regional Docks
- Voluntary Access Passport and appointment preparation tools
- CARD Campaign: Communication Access Response Deck
- MICA AiOS communication support tools
- Resource Map and referral pathways
- Academy training for different roles

Core line:
Support before crisis. Needs before judgment. Access before overwhelm.