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Mark Your Calendar for the 2nd
Annual Autism Walk
The
Autism Walk of Northwestern Vermont is a one mile walk in which anyone can
participate without special training including, children, young adults and
adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), family members, friends,
healthcare professionals, corporate teams and members of the community – all
are welcome!
The walk promotes the rights of individuals with autism and
encourages respect for their differences. Today, one in 68 children and 1
in 42 boys, are diagnosed with ASD, according to the Centers for Disease
Control. Autism is the fastest growing serious developmental disability
in the U.S.
Create a
team!
Bring your
family, friends, co-workers, class members, etc. and give back to your
community. Enjoy the beauty of a Vermont spring day while raising awareness and
promoting the acceptance and inclusion of people with ASD.
2015 Autism Walk of Northwestern Vermont
NO
REGISTRATION FEE
Each
participant that raises $100 or more will receive a FREE Autism Walk t-shirt
OR
purchase a
t-shirt at the event for $12.00. Net proceeds to go toward Autism Programming
at NCSS.
When:
Sunday, May 17, 2015 at 1:00pm
Where: Collins Perley Sports & Fitness Center
890 Fairfax Road in St. Albans, VT
Day of Event Schedule
12:30
pm Registration begins
12:55
pm Pre-walk announcements and meet at the starting line
1:00 pm Second annual Autism Walk of Northwestern Vermont
1:30 pm Post-walk activities plus, complimentary food & beverage
All
Day Free face painting, sensory toys station, bowling station, music,
food & beverages.
About Autism Spectrum Disorders
What is Autism?
The
CDC defines ASDs as a group of developmental disabilities that can cause
significant social, communication and behavioral challenges. Children
with autism may have a serious lifelong disability. However, with appropriate
treatment and training, some children with autism can develop independence in
their lives. Parents support their children with autism in developing skills
that use their strengths so they will feel good about themselves.
NCSS
serves children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Given
the sharp increase in ASDs and increased needs in the community, NCSS provides
wrap around services to accommodate the entire spectrum.
Array of Autism Programming
The
Children Youth & Family Services and Developmental Services (DS) Divisions
collaborate to provide supports for children and families from birth to 22
years old through an array of programs. After age 22 years, the adult with
autism will transition to other strengths based programs within the DS
Division, where the unique needs of each individual are met.
The
Developmental Services staff assists individuals to exercise their citizenship
in a number of ways, and NCSS has several programs for adults with autism as
they transition from school-aged to adulthood, including Adult Services, Camp
Rainbow, Employment Services, Program for Adaptive & Expressive Arts (PAEA)
and Shared Living Services to name a few.
Northwestern
Counseling & Support Services is a private, non-profit, human services
agency serving Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. NCSS provides
intervention and support to children, adolescents, and adults with emotional
and behavioral problems, mental illness and developmental disabilities.
Visit our
website www.ncssinc.org for more information about our autism
services plus, complete NCSS programming and services.
For
more information about the 2015 Autism Walk of Northwestern Vermont, including
pledge forms, call Joe Halko at 524-6555 ext. 6414 or email: jhalko@ncssinc.org.
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