More than 10 national autism leadership organizations have come together to form AutismCares, a nationwide disaster relief effort that will potentially assist thousands of Katrina families living with autism. To address the most immediate needs, ”AutismCares – Katrina” is coordinating support for the unique needs of families affected by autism through facilitating temporary / permanent relocation support, mobilizing specialty assistance teams and providing autism-conscious supplies directly to these families and the professionals caring for them.

I have created this group to help parents find out more about this disorder. If anyone has information please feel free to post. We are here to help each other and be there so we are not alone in this.

Live ONLINE radio talk show focusing on disabilities hosted by Monica Moshenko, advocate and parent of son with ASD. Listen online each Sunday at 10 PM Eastern and Tuesday at 11:30 AM Eastern. Unique guests and topics educate, and inspire listeners. Past shows available online. For more information or to be a sponsor of this radio network call 716-522-9185 Our TALK makes a difference!

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We are a chapter of the Autism Society of America and follow their mission statement: "… to promote lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum, and their families, to be fully included participating members of their communities..." Education, advocacy, public awareness efforts and the promotion of research form the cornerstones of ASA's activities.

We are a chapter of the Autism Society of America and follow their mission statement: "� to promote lifelong access and opportunities for persons within the autism spectrum, and their families, to be fully included participating members of their communities..." Education, advocacy, public awareness efforts and the promotion of research form the cornerstones of ASA's activities.

HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. PRIMARY SERVICES PROVIDED: Local support group where parents can come together to share experiences and feelings with one another. EDUCATION: Programs are developed to educate families & professionals on child and adolescent neurobiological, emotional, or behavioral differences. The programs address a range of issues which families face in the home. In addition to educational services and available community resources, we provide information on meetings, seminars, specific disorders, and the most recent research findings. RESOURCE LIBRARY: Library of books, pamphlets, brochures, videos and other information is available to parents and professionals. ADVOCACY: Works to improve services across service delivery systems for children with neurobiological, emotional, or behavioral differences.

Parents Reaching Out is a statewide non-profit organization that works with parents, caregivers, educators and other professionals to promote healthy, positive and caring experiences for New Mexico families and children.

The mission of Parents Reaching Out is to enhance positive outcomes for families and children in New Mexico through informed decision making, advocacy, education, and resources. Parents Reaching Out provides the networking opportunities for families to connect with and support each other. This mission supports all families including those who have children with disabilities, and others who are disenfranchised.

Sharon A. Mitchell is a special education & autism consultant. She sits on Autism Today's Panel of Experts and is co-author of the upcoming book, The Autism 101 Manual. She's also the mother of a son with Asperger's who is currently away at university.

The mission of the Southwest Autism Network (SWAN) is to provide requested support to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families . . .

The mission of the CDD is the full inclusion of people with disabilities and their families in their community by: engaging individuals in making life choices; partnering with communities to build resources; and improving systems of care.

The Arc of New Mexico's mission is to the improve quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages by advocating for equal opportunities and choices in where and how they learn, live, work, play and socialize. The Arc of New Mexico will promote self-determination healthy families, effective community, support systems and partnerships.

The Arc of New Mexico’s mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities of all ages by advocating for equal opportunities and choices in where and how they learn, live, work, play and socialize. The Arc of New Mexico promotes self-determination, healthy families, effective community support systems and partnerships.

The mission of the Southwest Autism Network (SWAN) is to provide requested support to individuals with autism spectrum disorders and their families.

AUCD formerly UAP(University Affiliated Programs) are authorized by federal legislation to help States and local communities respond to the needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families.(AUCDs) serve as a liaison between the academic world and the developmental disabilities service delivery system. AUCDs network with and provide assistance to State Agencies, their local affiliates, and to various nongovermental consumer-based organizations. Most AUCDs provide direct clinical, educational, and other services to individuals and families, or can assist families in finding services.

Mission-The mission of VSA arts of New Mexico is to celebrate the creative power of individuals with disabilities and educate through the arts. History-VSA arts of New Mexico is part of an international network of VSA arts organizations, coordinated through a headquarters office in Washington, D.C. and affiliated with The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.