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Family Autism Center
The Family Autism Center was created in 1996 by The Arc of South Norfolk, working with a group of parents and concerned citizens. We have a Steering Committee made up of family members of children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Our mission is to provide advocacy, supports and services to people with ASD and to their families. Our affiliation with The Arc of South Norfolk and its Family Support programs provides many benefits - from their strength and broad experience in the field of developmental disabilities to the economic advantages of shared services.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurologically based developmental disability affecting 1 in 88 new births, according to recent Center for Disease Control statistics. ASD knows no socioeconomic, racial or ethnic boundaries, but affects more males than females (4:1). Challenges faced by individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder may include: forming relationships, communicating, adapting to new situations and gaining acceptance in the community. Family Autism Center offers a variety of specialized programs for individuals with autism spectrum disorder as well as events for the entire family throughout the calendar year.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a lifelong neurologically based developmental disability affecting 1 in 88 new births, according to recent Center for Disease Control statistics. ASD knows no socioeconomic, racial or ethnic boundaries, but affects more males than females (4:1). Challenges faced by individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder may include: forming relationships, communicating, adapting to new situations and gaining acceptance in the community. Family Autism Center offers a variety of specialized programs for individuals with autism spectrum disorder as well as events for the entire family throughout the calendar year.
- Workshops: Family Autism Center offers several workshops and training programs for parents and professionals throughout the calendar year. In collaboration with the Family Support Program, a transition training series is held from September-March each year.
- School Vacation Programs: In collaboration with the Family Support Program, Family Autism Center offers vacation week programming for children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder during February and April vacation weeks. Along with our drop-off program, we host events that are open to the entire family during these specific school vacation weeks.
- Support Groups: Family Autism Center offers many different support groups for family members, including parents and grandparents, throughout the entire calendar year. Please visit our support groups page for a listing of current groups.
- Special Events/Fundraisers: Help support the work of Family Autism Center and the families we serve by helping out at our ongoing fundraisers or donating directly to Family Autism Center. To get information on our upcoming fundraisers, please visit our events page.
