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Causes: Autism, Disabilities, Health, Human Service Organizations, Human Services
Mission: To strengthen quality-of-life for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, and the lives they touch through compassion, commitment and collaboration.
Programs: Camp expedition promotes the creation of social and recreational programs designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with autism, while also meeting the needs of their typically developing peers and integrating these in a fun, summer day camp environment. Many of the children served by camp expedition have never had a summer camp opportunity, and by serving families that are underserved either because of financial situations, or the quality and expertise of staff and volunteers that is necessary to meet their child's needs (or both). Camp expedition provides respite for the parents and an exciting opportunity for the kids - all in a supportive, non-judgemental environment where research-based pedagogical methods are practiced and instruction decisions are data driven.
raising public awareness of the autism spectrum of behaviors, providing support for parents and caregivers with county-wide support groups and a referral website. Providing a searchable provider database, library of resources, a career corner for posting and finding available positions and numerous other information and resources.
destinations is a supported employment program designed to support adults with autism spectrum disorder in order to provide a path to meaningful employment with an emphasis on personal strengths.
core parent support group $105; autism awareness month $2500; paint for pets $1,540; game night $2,362; gymnastics $2,034.