RISE for Autism seeks to enlighten the typically developing community on Autism Spectrum Disorders to expand the capacity of our community to effectively serve individuals with ASD and improve interactions in schools, businesses, and the community at large.

The mission of RISE for Autism is to provide community and professional awareness, family support and

resources, financial assistance, and a lifetime continuum of therapeutic services to promote confident, competent individuals with Autism Spectrum and Related Disorders. RISE for Autism workshops and conferences that provide networking opportunities for families, caregivers and service providers while offering expertise of workshop/guest speakers and vendor tables on therapeutic services, recreational opportunities, and other issues directly supportive of this population.

Understanding autism spectrum disorders and mastering effective treatment strategies is a core component of improving the lives of individuals with autism.  We offer a number of workshops and conferences presented by experts in the field throughout each year.  We offer a free parent training series on topics such as “Managing Challenging Behavior”, “Fostering Communication”, and “Using Visual Supports to Promote Independence”. We also offer professional trainings, workshops, and conferences at a cost to participants, which provide continuing education units (CEUs) for speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, social workers, and Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs).