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Legal Legal Contacts Legal Information Planning for the Future Resource Tool Kit Programs Autism Friendly Community Parent Peer Support Group Little’s Meet Up Playformance Meet-Ups Adult Social Club Autism: Education & Equality Virtual Conference Adult Diagnosed Group Autism Educational Series Lunch & Learn Events Get Involved The Autism Society of Southern Arizona Starfish Award Internship Program Donate Volunteer 2021 Impact Report Donate ♥ The Connection Is You. Donate & Make an Impact Here What is Autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex developmental disability, typically appearing during childhood and affecting a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. Local Impact 1 in 36 or 2.7% of 8-year-old children in an area of Arizona were identified with ASD by Arizona Developmental Disabilities Surveillance Program (ADDSP). Navigating Autism Program We listen to you and offer customized resources including what to do after an autism diagnosis, therapy options, legal considerations, adult resources, IEP’s, providers, and more. In Our Community Programs for Children and Families: Adult Social Club, Teen Meet Ups, Support Groups, Parent Trainings, Social Butterflies, and Information & Referral SEE ALL PROGRAMS Upcoming Events: Our Virtual Adult Social Club will meet through Zoom on Friday, May 3rd from 6 – 8 pm. You can register for the Adult Social Club here . Our Adult Diagnosed Group will be meeting on Saturday, May 4th from 10 am to 11 am. This group is for those who were diagnosed or exploring their Autistic identity as an adult. This group is for 18 years old and older. For more information click here . Our Teen Meet Up at Playformance will be on Friday, May 10th from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. If you would like to learn more about this program or would like to register click here . Our Virtual Parent Peer Support Group will meet on Zoom on May 8th from 6 pm to 7 pm. Zoom link Adult Social Club meets in person on May 17th. Please register for this group here . Parent Peer Support group meets monthly. The group will meet in person on Thursday, May 23rd at 6 pm. Register to learn about the meeting location here . Program Calendar Are You All In for Autism? Learn how your business or organization can partner with us to improve the lives of those affected by autism. Benefits include media exposure, support, and training for your staff. Learn More Stay up to date Subscribe to our Newsletter Subscribe Words From Our Families Hear what our families have shared with us about their experiences. The sensory friendly film was amazing. The Autism Society of Southern Arizona became my family here and as a mom I felt so happy to have a place that my son was accepted and loved and never judged for what he did or did not do. I have meet so many families now, who feel the way I felt back then when I felt I had no place to go for my son. I met a mom once who cried and hugged me when they came for the first time for finally they too found what they were missing.” Amber H. It truly is an organization that trusts volunteers to help drive their mission!” Hailey T.At previous Sensory Friendly Films, I’ve attended through the Autism Society, I was able to meet with a father who also has a son with autism and connect with fellow members of the community,” Brad Jones said. Jones says Sensory Friendly Films are a comfortable environment surrounded with people who truly know what it’s like to have a child or family/friend with autism. To see the look of joy and excitement on my child’s face when the movie began and how he emphatically followed that opening scene is something that I will never forget,” Jones says. Brad J.Thanks for giving me a starting point with my son. It’s been a long journey with wrong diagnoses along the way. As parents 25-30 years ago there weren’t the resources needed nor the understanding of what people were going through with this affliction. It continues to be a journey and we appreciate folks like yourself that are there to support parents and individuals through this odyssey. Kudos.Bob C.Saguaro Aquatics Sonoran Dolphin program is a God sent. It has been one of the best things in life for my non-verbal/autistic son. We have been going there for almost 3 years. Jaidin loves going there! We love his coaches and all the staff. We have been very blessed to find this program.Zabina R.Thanks for all your help. It’s been a rather difficult route trying to navigate all of this. It’s wonderful there’s an organization here in Arizona dedicated to helping those of us with these symptoms. I really appreciate your help and dedication.Donald P.Once you enter their doors, you instantly become part of a family that will always be there for you and most importantly your child. Thank you Autism Society of Southern Arizona for being a part of our family. We are so grateful for the opportunities you give to our daughter!SEE MORE REVIEWS Thank You to Our Sustaining and Community Partners Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more Read more CONTACT 520-770-1541 info@as-az.org 2600 N Wyatt Drive Tucson, AZ 85712 QUICK LINKS Home Events Contact CONNECT Internship Program Donate Volunteer STAY UP TO DATE Subscribe © Autism Society of Southern Arizona Autism Society of Southern Arizona is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit charity and our tax ID is...