As a policy, CARD will not lend its name to the endorsement of any specific program, practice, or model that is offered for service to people with autism and related disabilities. This policy does not preclude the provision of referral options or individualized recommendations by CARD staff, nor does it imply that CARD staff are to refrain from sharing any knowledge or personal experiences. The sharing of information, training, and the development of recommendations are key functions of the CARD programs.
Neither the CARD nor The Florida State University has investigated the organizations which are represented on this website, and for that reason, makes no endorsements or representations related to the effectiveness of their activities.
This is a group of teens (5th through 8th grade) with Asperger’s Syndrome and their parents who plan, organize and participate in monthly social activities together. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Allison Leatzow at allison.leatzow@med.fsu.edu or (850) 488-3994.
This is a group of high school and college-aged individuals with Asperger’s Syndrome and their parents who plan, organize, and participate in monthly social activities together. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, please contact Allison Leatzow allison.leatzow@med.fsu.edu or (850) 488-3994.
This is the on-line connection for more higher-functioning adults with autism spectrum disorders related to the Tallahassee Autism Support Coalition (T*A*S*C*) sponsored adult "Autism-Asperger" social support group in Tallahassee, Florida. It is open to all more higher-functioning adults in the Tallahassee/North Florida area (and perhaps even adjoining parts of southern Georgia) with autism spectrum disorders. Go to: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/The_Tallahassee_Asperger_Adult_Online_Support_Group/ to join.
A more-or-less formal group work series for higher-functioning adults with autism spectrum disorders, including Asperger’s Syndrome. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. The location is 110 North Adams Street (Education Building of First Presbyterian Church) in Tallahassee. Advance notice of first-time arrival much appreciated. Free. Contact Jarl K. Jackson, coordinator, T* A* S* C* - the Tallahassee Asperger Support Coalition for more information: (850) 412-0141 or jarlkjackson @yahoo.com or visit www.orgsites. com/fl/tallahassee_ autism _support_ coalition/index.html.
A monthly social get-together for higher-functioning adults with autism spectrum disorders, such as Asperger’s Syndrome, their families and friends. Events, times and locations vary and may include museum visits, lunches at area restaurants, hikes in area parks and more. Details: (850) 412-0141 or jarlkjackson@yahoo.com.
This is a group of parents of children with autism spectrum disorders doing biomedical and dietary interventions. If you are interested in participating in the meetings or would like additional information about the various biomedical and dietary interventions, please contact Jennifer Morgan-Byrd at 850-536-0198 or jennimorganbyrd@yahoo.com.
An Asperger adult social get-together. Informal social activities, including a regular weekly "collection" of higher-functioning adults with autism spectrum disorders, such as Asperger’s Syndrome. The weekly get-togethers are held every Saturday in the 'Seattle's Best' coffee shop of the Border's Bookstore on Apalachee Parkway from noon to 2 PM. Advance notice of first-time arrival much appreciated. We also organize a variety of social activities for higher-functioning adults on the autism spectrum to participate in. (Past activities have included museum visits, organized bicycle rides, and parties.) Free. Contact Jarl K. Jackson, coordinator, T* A* S* C* - the Tallahassee Asperger Support Coalition for more information: (850) 412-0141 or jarlkjackson @yahoo.com; visit www.orgsites. com/fl/tallahassee_ autism _support_ coalition/index.html.
The Tallahassee Asperger Support Coalition, an ARC Florida affiliate, welcomes new members always! If you are a higher-functioning adult with an autism spectrum disorder, such as Asperger's Syndrome, the friend or family member of one, or just interested supporting our efforts, you are welcome to join. Please contact Jarl K. Jackson, coordinator, T* A* S* C* - the Tallahassee Asperger Support Coalition for more information or to express interest in helping out: (850) 412-0141 or jarlkjackson @yahoo.com; visit www.orgsites. com/fl/tallahassee_ autism _support_ coalition/index.html.
Has been called the Tallahassee Asperger Adult Online Support Group · Tallahassee Area Autism Asperger Adults. An on-line support and discussion group for higher-functioning adults with autism spectrum disorders, such as Asperger’s Syndrome. Related to the former "The Gathering" (above) and the Tallahassee Asperger Adult Support Group has for some time now (as, in fact, previously noted) been known as The Tallahassee Asperger Adult Support Online Group. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month. Free. (850) 412-0140. Those interested should go to: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/The_Tallahassee_Asperger_Adult_Online_Support_Group/ to join.
For Parents of Children with Autism and Other Disabilities: Bring your lunch. Children’s Medical Services, 2390 Phillips Road, 1st floor conference room. We meet on the second Wednesday of each month from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Interested persons should contact Lesly Erdmann at 487-2604.
For Parents of School Age Children with Any Disabilities: Bring your lunch. Children’s Medical Services, 2390 Phillips Road, 1st floor conference room. We meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact Chris Heron at 487-7135 for more information.
For more information, please contact Sophie wacongne@ocean.fsu.edu. This group meets monthly to study the principles and discuss the implementation of the Relationship Development Intervention program (http://www.rdiconnect.com). Meetings are now taking place one Monday evening a month at 7:00 p.m. at Progressive Pediatric Therapy Services, Progressive Pediatric, 1915 Welby Way, Suite 5, Tallahassee, FL 32308. Contact Sophie Wacongne-Speer using wacongne@ocean.fsu.edu or (850) 445-4451 for specific dates. Visit our website at: www.progressivepediatric.com.
Meets first Friday of every month at 6:00 p.m. CST at the W.T. Neal Civic Center in Blountstown. Please contact Kelly Todd at (850) 675-9131 regarding child care or any other questions.
This group was initiated to provide an avenue for parents, professionals, and anyone interested in autism to share and obtain both information and support. This support group has recently reorganized and for more information you can contact Joe Ezell at BayCounty.ASG@comcast.net. Visit the Support Group forum webpage at http://baycountyasg.proboards104.com/index.cgi. Next meeting will be held on October 14, 2008, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., FSU Panama City Campus, Technology Building, Rooms 225 and 226.
This group meets every Wednesday at Niceville’s First United Methodist Church, Room 803, which is upstairs in the Chandler building. Meeting begins at 6:00 p.m. and usually last until 7:30 or 8:00 p.m. Different topics are discussed each week, some of the few include: behavioral strategies, biomedical treatment, caregiver support, and physician networking. Childcare is available. Please contact Lisa Ausley at (850) 678-7100 or email lausley@valp.net for more information regarding this group.
We are an established chapter under the ASA serving mostly Okaloosa and Walton counties, however we do have some members from the Navarre area. For more information on our group and our meetings go to www.ecautismsociety.com or contact our President Amanda Whatley at (850) 225-4074
A nonprofit, tax-exempt association of parents, professionals and other concerned community members dedicated to the education and welfare of children and adults with autism and related disabilities. Please call Susan Byram at 450-0656 for complete information or to volunteer your services.
Meetings are held the third Tuesday of the month at ARC Gateway, 10th and Fairfield, Pensacola at 6:30 p.m. Babysitters provided if reserved. To confirm information on meeting times, topics or sitters, e-mail autismpensacola@bellsouth.net or call 450-0656.
Meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the 2nd Monday of the month. Village Inn Hwy 90 in Pace.
Meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Village Inn at Cordova Mall 9th Ave.
Meetings are held the 3rd Friday of each month at ARC Gateway Administrative Building 3932 N. 10th Ave. Pensacola at 9:30 a.m. Call for details 450-0656.
This is an informal discussion and support group for caregivers implementing or interested in the biomedical approach to address the nutritional status, gastrointestinal health, immune competence and related behavioral issues of children with ASD and/or ADD/ADHD, as developed by the Autism Research Institute. This local group meets primarily in an on-line forum at http://autismpensacola.org to share ideas and information.
This is a resource group open to parents and professionals. The focus of this group in our Community is to decrease the unnecessary isolation while increasing resources and communication avenues for parents with family members with special needs. Let your Exceptional Voice be heard. For information please contact Aretha Hudnall (850) 582-5127 Parent/ meeting planner Exceptional_voices@cox.net or Shirley Sims (850) 881-5113 Outreach Manager.