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Autism Resources
About Us
We are a Volunteer Human Service agency of professionals...
Our Mission
Our mission is to be a global leader in providing high quality...
Our Vision
The vision of The Autism Council of Rochester is to create a...
Who We Serve
We serve all individuals on the Autism Spectrum as well as those...
Our History
Established in 2005 as a labor of love, The Autism Council of Rochester was founded by its volunteer executive director, Lawana Jones. As the mother of an autistic daughter, Jones soon found that the Rochester community severely lacked the support services and programs her daughter and other ASD children needed to make the transition from high school to the adult community. In an effort to assist ASD children, offer support to families and advocate on their behalf, Jones created the council. The Autism Council of Rochester ultimately seeks to bridge the gap between the end of special education programs and the entrance into society for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Who We Are
Board of Directors
Lawana Jones
Kesha Washington
Juanita Jones
Mary Jones
Robin Spindler
Honorary Board Members
Miriam Moore
Torri Cowans
William May
Ms. Lawana Jones, President & CEO, CAS & CAT
As the mother of an autistic daughter, Jones soon found that the Rochester community severely lacked the support services and programs her daughter and other ASD children needed to make the transition from high school to the adult community. In an effort to assist ASD children, offer support to families and advocate on their behalf, Jones created the council.
Ms. Jones has been Certified as an Autism Specialist and Autism Trainer by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES).
What We Do
The Autism-Friendly Community designation provided by The Autism Council, provides FREE training and support to Municipalities, Town Employees, Officials, Recreation Departments, Volunteers, First Responders including Law Enforcement, Schools, Day Care Centers, and Businesses to help the public understand and support individuals on the Autism Spectrum and their families.
In addition, local businesses are provided an opportunity to gain the "Autism-Friendly® Business" designation, and are provided with a window decal that can be displayed to show the company has provided autism awareness to a predetermined number of their employees. The business is also added to The Autism-Friendly App for Android or Apple phones. The App is provided to families in the local area searching for any Autism-Friendly Businesses.
For More Information call 585-413-1681, or email [email protected]
There is a New Partnership between The Autism Council & Flower City Habitat for Humanity to build homes for under-served individuals and families living with Autism. June 2019 will be the Groundbreaking for our first eligible family.
For further information regarding eligibility, volunteering or donating to this very important work, please email [email protected].
NOW OPEN
The Trevyan Rowe Autism Family Information and Referral Service Drop In Center:
2118 Chili Avenue, Westgate Plaza Rochester, New York 14624
The Service Center is open Tuesday through Thursday from 1PM to 4PM. We provide information on services and supports in our community for children, young adults and families living daily with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Be connected to services that your family member with Autism may need.
For Information call 585-413-1681, or email [email protected]
WE STRIVE TO CREATE COMMUNITY AWARENESS
Through our community awareness and educational programs, we strive to reach those that may not understand autism. By providing training , we ensure participants are prepared to address the needs of an individual with ASD.
Specialized techniques are used in each of our workshops, equipping individuals with the skills to provide care for a special needs child.
Children and Young Adults with ASD should have the same opportunities in life as others.
Our Transition To Work program is a set of events that helps prepare young adults for their transition into the working world.
Participants learn how to:
Through collaborative relationships with local businesses, we work to place ASD youth in jobs that help to provide a smooth transition into the workforce.
Those who are not ready for job placement are placed in volunteer positions where they can develop the additional skills and experience necessary to be successful.
Our Sponsors
