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Mark Your Calendar for the 3rd 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.
2016 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 15, 2016 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 Third 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 2016 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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