Welcome to the Cabarrus County Chapter of the
Autism Society of North Carolina
An award winning web site for autism awareness!!
Autism Society of North Carolina's 2005 Chapter of the Year
Pictures from the 2009 Autism Awareness Fair are now posted. Click on the button above to view
The Cabarrus County Chapter of ASNC is proud to sponsor a special recognition programs for individuals in our community who have helped individuals living on the autism spectrum disorder. Our chapter has awarded many “Community Hero Awards” for individuals including physicians, sports coaches and volunteers, postal service employees, teachers, local restaurant owners and many more. If you know someone who helps individuals living with ASD and you would like to nominate them for a Community Hero Award please complete this form and give it to Kim Roe, Newsletter Editor – 5866 Brookstone Drive; Concord, NC 28027 or email your information to Kim Roe. Our winners who will receive recognition at our chapter meetings, a specially designed framed certificate, receive recognition on our website and newsletter and thank you cards made by our special children.
Community Hero Award Nomination Form
The Cabarrus County Chapter
of ASNC is also proud to sponsor a special recognition program for individuals
living with autism spectrum disorder who make special achievements and
accomplishments in their lives. Our chapter has awarded many “Spectrum Hero
Awards” for accomplishments including academic achievement, participation in
spelling bees, Cub Scout achievements, potty training, Special Olympic
participation and awards, YMCA American Idol award, and many more. If you know
someone living with ASD and you would like to nominate them for a special
achievement please complete this form and give it to Kim Roe, Newsletter Editor
– 5866 Brookstone Drive; Concord, NC 28027 or email your information to
Kim Roe. We will have monthly winners
who will receive recognition at our chapter meetings, a specially designed
framed certificate, and a $25 gift certificate to either Wal-Mart or Toys-R-Us.
Spectrum Hero Award Nomination Form
Family
Events: These are organized activities, such as bowling parties, picnics,
Family Fun game and craft days, holiday parties, etc. for our families to
come together, socialize, and network in a safe and fun environment. Autism
Awareness Fair: This annual event provides an opportunity for the autism
community and organizations offering therapies, treatments, and information
about services for those affected by autism to come together. Book
Donation: Our chapter donates books and reference materials about autism to
the local library system. This year we will be doubling our donation effort
from prior years. Teacher
Grants: Our chapter provides the James P. Garrison Grant to local teachers.
These grants allow teachers in a variety of classroom settings to purchase
additional materials to help educate students with autism. Educational
Seminars: Educating the community is a critical part of awareness project.
This year we will be hosting sessions for local law enforcement and rescue
workers to help educate them about autism. Website:
Our website offers information for those wishing to learn more about autism.
The website also offers links to other sites for extensive information and
resources. In addition, there are inspiring pictures of our loved ones
participating in recreational activities and events. We provide a positive
environment for parents and professionals to meet each other and increase
our knowledge of autism and how we can help our children and our community. Workshops:
A new venture in 2008 for our chapter is to sponsor and host workshops to
help our families. We will host at least 2 seminars this fiscal year. Autism - Just So You Know...
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is the second most common developmental
disability.
Autism is
the fastest growing developmental disability in the world today—increasing
at an annual rate of 10-17 percent—more than 1.5 million Americans currently
live with autism and as many as one in every 150 children is diagnosed with
the condition each year. Autism has become a public health crisis, with
millions of families desperate for solutions, resources and policy
improvements.
There are an estimated 30,000 North Carolina families affected by ASD
and the number grows each day.
Chances Are, You Or Someone You Know, Knows
Someone With ASD!!!