Our Story

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Experienced Autism Alliance was constructed by parents Tanya and James Hines, who both have a child on the spectrum, and occupational therapist Amanda Grozdanic. The trio knew there was a lack of resources for families and wanted to use their experiences to assist families in the autism community. In 2019 Experienced Autism Alliance was created. The 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization was specifically designed to link families to local resources and offer one-on-one consulting to help parents and caregivers navigate through the process of diagnosis and beyond.

Meet Our Team

Tanya Hines- Founder & Executive Director
Tanya Hines
Co-Founder and Executive Director
James Hines_ Co-Founder _ Chief Financial Officer
James Hines
Co-Founder and Chief Financial Officer
Lisa Grayson- Chief Operating Officer
Lisa Grayson
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Health Officer
Amanda Grozdanic
Chief Health Officer

Hispanic Liaison

Ana Vargus- Community Relations_
Ana Guerrero de Vargus

Our Mission

Experienced Autism Alliance empowers families and individuals affected by autism through resource connection, education, and community support. We strive to bridge the gap between parents and providers to ensure every person with autism has the opportunity to thrive. 

Core Values

Empathy

We approach every interaction with understanding and
compassion

Accessibility

We make resources available to all who need them

Expertise

We provide reliable, evidence-based information

Community

We foster connections between families, individuals, and
providers

Empowerment

We equip families with tools to advocate effectively