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The Echo….Keeping you informed!
IN THIS ISSUE
ASCC Programs & Events Find information on upcoming programs and events in
the enclosed program and calendar pages.
See Pages 2,5
Autism Awareness Month
See Pages 4,5
Parent Scholarships for ASNC
Workshops– April/May
See Page 2
APRIL IS AUTISM
AWARENESS MONTH
ASCC Parent Education Program
Monday – April 14, 2014 at 6:30 pm
Life Plan Trust Planning for the Financial Future for Your Loved One with an Autism
Spectrum Disorder
Presented by : Presented by : Juanita Moody (see pg. 2)
April 2014 Volume 12, Issue 8
8th Autism Awareness Vera
Bradley Bingo Event See Page 7
ASCC Programs-Opportunities for Parents and Children
Parent Education
Program
Please join us on
Monday, April 14, 2014
6:30 pm
at the
Partnership for Children Resource
Center
351 Wagoner Drive,
Multipurpose Room 343
for a presentation titled
Life Plan Trust
Planning for the Financial Future for
Your Loved on with an Autism Spec-
trum Disorder
Presented by: Juanita MoodyPresented by: Juanita Moody
Free respite care will be available on
site through Community Based Devel-
opmental Services. Please contact
Cynthia Billops at 488-5820 or 488-
4584 to reserve your space at least
24 hours in advance.
ASCC Support Groups
Support Groups provide an opportuni-
ty to share, learn, and connect. Par-
ents, caregivers, guardians, and pro-
fessionals are welcome to participate
in all of our support groups. Please
check the calendar on page three for
meeting dates/times/locations.
The HFA/Asperger’s Support Group
meets every second Monday of the
month, Sep—Nov, Jan—May, immedi-
ately preceding the Parent Education
Program. This group meets in Room
414 of the PFC Resource Center.
Focus: Families of children, adoles-
cents, and adults diagnosed with HFA
or Asperger’s. Childcare will not be
provided.
The Autism Lunch Club (ALC) Support
Group meets every second Tuesday
of the month at various Fayetteville
restaurants. Focus: Families of ado-
lescents and adults with ASD. Child-
care will not be provided.
The Autism Breakfast Club (ABC)
Support Group meets every first and
third Wednesday of the month at the
PFC Resource Center, Room 414.
Focus: Families of children with ASD
up to age 12. Childcare will be provid-
ed.
The Preschool Support Group (The
High Fives) meets weekly on Thurs-
days at the PFC Resource Center,
Room 343. Focus: Families of
young children with ASD ages 1-5
years. Childcare will be provided.
While every group focuses on a spe-
cific age range, parents of children of
all ages are welcome to attend all
support groups!
Workshops
Please call the ASCC office at (910)
826-3004/3005 to register for all
workshops.
The Newly Diagnosed Workshop is led
by Amy Perry, ASNC Parent Advocate,
and is held every first Tuesday of the
month from 9:30 am—12:00 pm.
(odd calendar months)
The Autism Resource Roundtable is
led by Amy Perry, ASNC Autism Re-
source Specialist, and is held every
first Tuesday of the month from 9:30
am-12:00 pm. (even calendar
months)
The Individualized Education Plan
Workshop, led by Amy Perry, provides
an opportunity for parents and provid-
ers to learn all about IEPs. It will be
offered quarterly.
The Echo I Issue 8, April 2014 2
Parent Scholarships
The ASCC is pleased to announce that we will offer a
limited number of Parent Scholarships to attend work-
shops and trainings offered by the Autism Society of
North Carolina (ASNC) between March and June 2014.
Parents who are interested in attending one of these
workshops, please contact the office at 910-826-
3004/05 for more information.
The IEP Process: Building Success for Your Child at
School
April 15– 10:30 am-1:30 pm
ASNC Main Office– Raleigh, NC
Cost- $30 per couple/$20 for a parent
Beyond the IEP Basics
May 8– 10:00 am-12:00 am
ASNC Main Office– Raleigh, NC
Cost- $30 per couple/$20 for a parent
2014
Camp Sunshine Parent
Intake Appointments
Parents of accepted campers, please be sure to sched-
ule your mandatory intake appointment by calling (910)
826-3004/3005! Intake forms were due on April 1,
2014 and must be on file prior to the intake appoint-
ment. Thank you for your help in preparing for another
fun summer!
Camp Sunshine Direct Care Staff will be selected this
month. Interviews will be scheduled and all staff will be
notified of employment no later than April 30, 2014.
Volunteers are needed to make Camp Sunshine a great
success. Please contact our office at (910) 826-
3004/3005 to find out how you can make a difference!
The Echo I Issue 8, April 2014 3
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1 2 9:30-11:00 am
ABC Support Group
PFCRC RM 414
3
9::30-11:00 am Preschool Support Group
PFCRC RM 343
4 9:00-12:00 pm
iPad Lending Project
PFCRC RM 414
5
6 7 1:00-4:00 pm
iPad Lending Project
PFC RM 414
8 9:30-12:00 pm
Autism Resource Roundtable
PFCRC RM 414
9
10
9:30-11:00 am Preschool Support Group
PFCRC RM 343
11 9:00-12:00 pm
iPad Lending Project
PFCRC RM 414
12
13 14 1:00-4:00 pm iPad
Lending Project, PFCRC
RM 414
5:45-6:30pm HFA Support
Group, PFCRC, RM 414
6:30-8pm Parent Education
Program, PFCRC RM 343
15 11:30 am Autism
Lunch Club (ALC)
Support Group
Cheddars
16 9:30-11:00 am
ABC Support Group
PFCRC RM 414
17
9:30-11:00 am Preschool Support Group
PFCRC RM 414
18 9:00-12:00 pm
iPad Lending Project
PFCRC RM 343
19 10:30 am-Rhythm
and Rhyme
Sensory Story time
Hope Mills Library
20 21 1:00-4:00 pm
iPad Lending Project
PFCRC RM 414
22 11:00-1:00 pm
ASCC Board of
Directors Meeting
PFCRC RM 414
23
24 9:30-11:00 am
Preschool Support
Group
PFCRC RM 414
25
26
27 28 1:00-4:00 pm
iPad Lending Project
PFCRC RM 414
29
30
April 2014
SAVE THE DATE!!!
8TH AUTISM AWARENESS VERA BRADLEY BINGO
FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2014– 6:00 PM– ST.PATRICK’S CHURCH
2844 Village Drive, Fayetteville NC
Vera Bradley Bingo Night! (doors open at 5:00 pm)
SAVE THE DATE!!
THE 3RD AUTISM AWARENESS PIG
PICKIN’
MAY 10, 2014
The Echo I Issue 8, April 2014 4
Did you know that April is Autism Awareness Month?
What is autism?
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of developmental disabilities that affect a person’s ability to
understand what they see, hear, and otherwise sense. It is a brain disorder that impacts communication, social
interaction, and behavior. Individuals with ASD typically have difficulty understanding verbal and nonverbal
communication and learning appropriate ways of relating to other people, objects, and events. No two people
with ASD are the same. As its name implies, ASD is a spectrum disorder that affects individuals differently and
with varying degrees of severity. Additionally, ASD is often found in combination with other disabilities.
How common is autism?
Autism spectrum disorder is the second most common developmental disability following intellectual disabili-
ties. ASD is more common than childhood cancer, cystic fibrosis, and multiple sclerosis combined. It is estimat-
ed that one out of every 88 people born today has some form of ASD. Roughly translated, this means as many
as 2 million Americans today are believed to have some form of autism. And this number is on the rise. Based
on statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and other governmental agencies, autism is growing at a
startling rate of 10-17 percent per year. Autism knows no boundaries of race, ethnicity, social status, family in-
come, lifestyle, or educational levels and can affect any family and any child. Although the overall incidence of
autism is consistent around the globe, it is on average 4 to 5 times more likely to occur in boys than in girls.
Information for kids:
People with ASD are born with brains that work differently than others, so they learn differently. Many times a
person with ASD will have a hard time talking with people and understanding what they are saying. Some people
with ASD cannot talk, while others talk a lot. Certain things may not feel, sound, smell, or taste the same to a
person with ASD, and sometimes this difference is upsetting. Sometimes people with ASD rock back and forth
or wave their arms and hands. They may not know they are doing this or how it looks to others. It is important to
remember that each person is different whether or not he or she has ASD. We all have unique qualities that
make us special.
What is the ASCC doing?
Join us as we raise awareness in our community:
· World Autism Day - Light It Up Blue for Autism, Apr 2
· April Parent Education Meeting, Apr 14
· Public Service Announcements with Beasley Broadcasting Station
· Autism Awareness Feature Story in the Fayetteville Observer
· Autism Awareness Ad in the Fayetteville Observer
· 8th Autism Awareness Vera Bradley Bingo Event, Apr 25
·
The Echo I Issue 8, April 2014 5
The seventh annual World Autism Awareness Day is April 2, 2014. Every year, au-
tism organizations around the world celebrate the day with unique fundraising
and awareness-raising events. How will you celebrate? To share your events,
please "Like" the World Autism Awareness Day page on Facebook and submit your
events by posting the information on the wall.
Join ASCC in celebrating
Autism Awareness Month,
by showing your support with an Autism
Awareness yard sign available at the
ASCC office for purchase.
Purchase yours for $15.00
Thank your child’s teachers and others who
make a difference in your child’s life.
What can YOU do to spread AUTISM AWARENESS?
Raise awareness on April 2, 2014 World Autism Day, and “Light It Up Blue” by in-
serting blue light bulbs in your porch lights and businesses.
Write a letter/article for your
child’s school newsletter or
your church bulletin.
Post, Tweet & Share. Social Media is a great way to
spread the word about autism awareness!
Create a display board for your child’s ele-
mentary school, YMCA, or place of wor-
ship.
Provide ASCC brochures to
your pediatrician’s office,
your child care center, your
child’s school, your church,
and other local agencies.
Wear your ASCC t-shirt and
initiate conversations about
autism.
The Echo I Issue 8, April 2014 6
8th Annual Autism Awareness Golf
Tournament
King’s Grant Golf Course
The ASCC is excited to announce we will host our 8th Annual Autism Awareness Golf
Tournament on Saturday, May 31, 2014! This year’s tournament will take place at King’s
Grant Golf Course and ‘tee’ off time will be at 8:00 am. We invite you to be an event
SPONSOR and help us make this year’s event a success !!
Corporate Sponsor— Level 1
$1000
Includes:
Hole Sponsorship
Two 4-man Teams
Logo on Print Material
(Due Date: April 24, 2014)
Corporate Sponsor—Level 2
$500
Includes:
Hole Sponsorship
One 4-man Team
Logo on Print Material
(Due Date: April 24, 2014)
Hole Sponsor
$100
Includes:
Hole signage with name or
company name
(May be in honor of someone)
(Due Date: May 16, 2014)
For more information or additional sponsorship or team application forms please call (910) 826-3004/3005. Please make checks
payable to the Autism Society of Cumberland County and mail completed forms to the Autism Society of Cumberland County, 351
Wagoner Drive, Suite 410, Fayetteville, NC 28303.
Team Application (due May 21)
8th Annual Autism Awareness Golf Tournament
Team Name_________________________________________
Team Captain ______________________________________________________ Phone Number ______________________________
Mailing Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________
2nd Player ______________________________________________________ Phone Number ______________________________
Mailing Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________
3rd Player ______________________________________________________ Phone Number ______________________________
Mailing Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________
4th Player ______________________________________________________ Phone Number ______________________________
Mailing Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________
Fee Per Player: $60 Fee Includes: Golf Cart, Green Fees, Range Balls, Lunch (Logan’s Roadhouse)
Sponsorships and Donation Form (Check one or more of the following)
Name of Sponsor or Company Name ____________________________________________ Contact Person_______________________
Mailing Address___________________________________________________________ Phone number__________________________
The Echo I Issue 8, April 2014 7
351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Tel: 910-826-3004/3005
Fax: 910-868-5881
E-mail: [email protected]
www.autismcc.org
“Supporting Individuals Within The Autism Spectrum”
Winner of the Autism Society of
North Carolina affiliate of the Year
Award—1996, 2002, & 2003
Membership & Donations
Return Service Requested
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County is an affiliate of the Autism
Society of North Carolina.
Mission Statement:
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County is committed to providing
support and promoting opportunities
which enhance the lives of individu-
als within the autism spectrum and
their families.
Vision Statement:
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County strives to create a community
where people within the autism
spectrum and their families receive
respect, services, and supports
based on individual differences,
needs, and preferences.
Disclaimer:
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County does not take any position
regarding studies of ASD, nor en-
dorse any particular form of treat-
ment, intervention, or therapy. This
newsletter allows us to pass along
current information in the field of
ASD to our families and organization
members.
Please make checks payable to:
Autism Society of Cumberland County
351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Name:
Parent/Caregiver Professional
Sibling Individual with ASD
Address:
Telephone:
Email:
A great way to help support our program is to
become a member. As a member of the ASCC, you
enjoy voting rights during membership meetings,
you are eligible for election to the Board of
Directors, and you receive priority for conference
scholarships. Membership is effective for one year.
Please remember the ASCC with your tax-deductible
charitable contribution. Thank you!
Annual Membership ($10.00)
Donation $_________
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Cumberland Community
Foundation
Board of Directors:
Anna Finch, President
Gwen Scott, Vice President
Brandy Mello, Secretary
Chris Leacock , Treasurer
John Allen
Cynthia Billops
Dr. Kelly Charles
Dr. Suzanna Fletcher
Ronda Holden
Staff:
Sylvia Adamczyk, Director of Programs & Outreach
Alvita Blue, Program & Outreach Assistant
April 2014 The Echo Volume 12, Issue 8
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