Effective Date: August 12, 2026
Welcome to merakiautismcenter.com. These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of this website and your participation in text message (SMS) communications with Meraki Autism Center (“Meraki,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). By using this website or opting in to receive text messages from us, you agree to these Terms. If you do not agree, please do not use this website.
1. Use of This Website
This website is provided for general informational purposes and to allow you to contact us about our services. You agree to use it only for lawful purposes and not to interfere with its operation, attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of it, or use automated means to collect information from it.
2. No Medical Advice
The content on this website is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical, clinical, psychological, or behavioral health advice. It is not a substitute for evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment by a qualified professional. Using this website or contacting us through it does not create a provider–client relationship. A provider–client relationship is established only through a signed service agreement following intake.
If you are experiencing a medical or mental health emergency, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. Do not use this website or text messaging for emergencies.
3. Intellectual Property
All content on this website — including text, graphics, logos, images, and the Meraki Autism Center name and marks — is owned by Meraki Autism Center or its licensors and is protected by copyright and trademark law. You may view and print content for your personal, non-commercial use. Any other reproduction, distribution, or modification requires our prior written permission.
4. Third-Party Links
This website may link to third-party websites and resources for your convenience. We do not control those sites and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, or privacy practices. A link does not imply endorsement. Your use of any third-party site is governed by that site’s own terms and privacy policy.
5. Submissions Through This Website
Information you submit through our contact form, including your name, email address, and phone number, is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. Our website contact form is not a secure channel. Please do not submit detailed clinical, diagnostic, or other sensitive health information through it; call us at (734) 441-0546 to discuss confidential matters.
6. SMS Terms & Conditions
The following terms apply to text message communications between Meraki Autism Center and individuals who have consented to receive them.
6.1 SMS Consent Communication
The information (phone numbers) obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes. SMS opt-in and phone numbers collected for SMS communication purposes will not be shared with any third party and affiliates for marketing purposes.
6.2 Types of SMS Communications
If you have consented to receive text messages from Meraki Autism Center, you may receive messages related to the following:
- Appointment reminders
- Follow-up messages
- Scheduling changes, cancellations, and rescheduling
- Intake, referral, and insurance authorization status updates
Example: “Hello, this is a friendly reminder of your upcoming appointment with Meraki Autism Center at 705 S Main Street, Suite 260, Plymouth, MI on [Date] at [Time]. You can reply STOP to opt out of SMS messaging from Meraki Autism Center at any time.”
We do not send marketing or promotional text messages.
6.3 Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary. You may receive up to 3–5 SMS messages per week regarding your appointments, follow-ups, or reminders.
6.4 Potential Fees for SMS Messaging
Please note that standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally. Meraki Autism Center is not responsible for charges assessed by your mobile carrier.
6.5 Opt-In Method
You may opt in to receive SMS messages from Meraki Autism Center in the following ways:
- By submitting an online form on our website and checking the SMS consent box
- By providing written consent on our intake or client registration paperwork
Consent to receive SMS messages is not a condition of receiving services from Meraki Autism Center.
6.6 Opt-Out Method
You can opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time. To do so, simply reply “STOP” to any SMS message you receive. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at (734) 441-0546 or info@merakiautismcenter.com to request removal from our messaging list. After you opt out, you will receive one final message confirming that you have been unsubscribed.
6.7 Help
If you are experiencing any issues, you can reply with the keyword HELP. Or, you can get help directly from us at (734) 441-0546.
Additional Options:
- If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms.
- Opting out of SMS messages does not affect your ability to receive communications from us by phone or email.
6.8 Standard Messaging Disclosures
- Message and data rates may apply.
- You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”
- For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions pages.
- Message frequency may vary.
6.9 Protected Health Information
SMS is not a secure or encrypted method of communication. While we limit the content of our text messages, messages may reference the fact that you or your child is a client of Meraki Autism Center. By opting in, you acknowledge this and consent to receive these messages at the number you provided. Your protected health information is otherwise handled in accordance with our Notice of Privacy Practices and applicable law, including HIPAA.
7. Disclaimer of Warranties
This website is provided “as is” and “as available,” without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free of harmful components, or that the information on it is complete, accurate, or current.
8. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Meraki Autism Center will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of, or inability to use, this website or our SMS communications. Nothing in these Terms limits liability that cannot be limited under applicable law, and nothing here limits or alters our professional obligations to our clients.
9. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we will revise the Effective Date at the top of this page. Your continued use of this website or continued participation in SMS communications after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
10. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Michigan, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising under these Terms will be brought in the state or federal courts located in Wayne County, Michigan.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:
Meraki Autism Center
705 S Main Street, Suite 260
Plymouth, MI 48170
Email: info@merakiautismcenter.com
Phone: (734) 441-0546
Fax: (734) 468-3555
Website: https://merakiautismcenter.com