Sharing and Caring
of
A Non-profit Organization and
Support Group for Autism Spectrum Disorders:
Autism / PDD-NOS / Asperger’s / Mental Retardation / Related Neurological
Disabilities
We welcome family members,
educators, students, friends, and medical professionals of our community.
Our mission is to ensure our loved
ones are included in all aspects of our community through education, advocacy,
and public awareness throughout
their lifespan.
Our objectives are to:
·
Share
our experiences with other parents
·
Discuss
concerns
·
Provide
emotional support
·
Share
information about educational strategies and therapies
·
Exchange
names of professional services
·
Network
with parents to develop social and recreational activities for our children
·
Develop
appropriate adult programs
·
Communication
and public relations with our community
·
Expand
community resources
í We can provide financial assistance to parents to
attend professional conferences and training sessions í
Support
Group Meetings:
We hold support group meetings
for parents of children, adolescents and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder
and PDD-NOS. Other diagnoses are always
welcome (Asperger’s, MR & other related
neurological disorders).
Support Group Meeting for Parents of Children
with ASD:
Date
: The second Thursday of the month, during the school year (September through
May).
Time:
Location: St. Vincent DePaul Church, Education Bldg., Hatboro
Rd., Richboro, PA. The meeting is held in the Education Building, located at
the rear of the church's parking lot.
Directions: http://www.svdp-richboro.org/directions.htm
During
most support group meetings, we hold a support
group for siblings (ages 7+). Registration required.
Networking among Parents of Adolescents and
Adults with ASD:
Bucks County parents/relatives/caregivers of older adolesents, age 17+ and young adults, can contact Holly or
Ambry, if interested in being part of an active network regarding current &
future adult issues.
Holly
Druckman at 215-321-3202 (between the hours of 10am
and 6pm please).
Or
Ambry
Ward: ambryw@sharingcaringbuckscounty.org
Email Discussion Group:
To join our Yahoo parent
discussion group, follow the link below.
This discussion group is reserved for parents, relatives and caregivers
of people with ASD. To ensure privacy
and confidentiality as well as open discussions, we reserve the right to
restrict membership.
Click to join SharingCaringBucksCounty
Sharing and Caring of Bucks County is a tax-exempt, nonprofit 501(c)(3)
organization.
United Way Contributions and other donations are appreciated.