Autism Society of Alabama

Description

ASA is managed by an Executive Director and governed by its Board of Directors. Volunteers are a critical component to the present and future success of this organization. Every month, the Autism Society of Alabama helps approximately 600 individuals with autism spectrum disorders, their parents, and their service providers (doctors, therapists, teachers, etc.). Our current programs and services include, but are not limited to the following:

• Toll free information and referral hotline
• Resource directory -a preliminary directory of service providers, activities, disability organizations, etc.
• Education (parents, providers, family members, etc.) through our monthly newsletters, conferences and trainings.
• Parent Networking Groups in approximately 20 counties around the state.
• Respite funds to help families provide care for their loved one with ASD and provide a much needed break for the caregiver.
• Collaboration efforts with other state agencies to provide services for persons with autism spectrum disorders.
• Advocacy for improvement of services for individuals living with ASD and their families
• Support for Siblings through Sibshops
• Family Camp Weekend at Camp ASCCA each year.
• Safety resources for families of individuals with ASD who elope or wander