Registration is not required, but a great way to get the reminder emails! Help CA do a little fall cleaning and raise money for our programs. We will be hosting a yard sale (rain or shine!) at our main office on October 31st from 830-1230pm. A few items for sale include - iPad 2s […]
This session presented by Christina Giuliano, M.S., BCBA, LBA Executive Director at the Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center, will provide a mini overview of Autism, common behaviors you may see in an emergency, and tips for First Responders for communicating and working with individuals with Autism.
Come tour CA's Adult Program residence and speak with the staff and residents about the program. About this Event Many adults with autism spectrum disorder want to move out of their parents’ home but don’t know where to begin. Their parents are equally anxious for them to be independent. CA's transition program equips clients with […]
Art Compass, Virtually with Deborah Adler An Art Program for Teens and Young Adults with Autism Ages 13 -25 Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:30 pm Art Compass has moved to an online platform! Join us for a virtual hands – on workshop to talk about and make art in a warm and welcoming group setting. This […]
Art Compass, Virtually with Deborah Adler An Art Program for Teens and Young Adults with Autism Ages 13 -25 Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:30 pm Art Compass has moved to an online platform! Join us for a virtual hands – on workshop to talk about and make art in a warm and welcoming group setting. This […]
Dr. Temple Grandin, a world-renowned autism spokesperson, scientist, and inventor, has served as an inspiration and role model to hundreds of thousands of families and persons with autism. In this unique presentation, Temple eloquently and candidly describes the challenges she has faced and offers glimpses into her own childhood, with ideas on how others dealing […]
The ancient Greeks left us an important reminder carved in stone at Delphi, «Γνωθι Σ’αυτόν» (“Know Thyself”). Self-knowledge is essential, and is the right of all, including your child with autism. In this webinar, Catherine Faherty covers that rationale and the practical, lifelong steps to support your child or teenager engage in the process of […]
Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Britt Collins, MS, OTR/L graduated from Colorado State University over 14 years ago and since then has worked tirelessly on OT and Sensory Integration awareness, research and application. Britt has worked in a variety of settings including pediatric hospital inpatient, ICU, rehabilitation, outpatient clinics, homes, schools and skilled nursing facilities. She is […]
Art Compass, Virtually with Deborah Adler An Art Program for Teens and Young Adults with Autism Ages 13 -25 Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:30 pm Art Compass has moved to an online platform! Join us for a virtual hands – on workshop to talk about and make art in a warm and welcoming group setting. This […]
Children with autism often lack the ability to play with toys and games. Instead, they show restricted or repetitive play. Occupational therapists are experts in building skills for daily life through play-based activities. Play skills are important for building fine and gross motor, social, and thinking skills that last a lifetime. Learn why play is […]