AUTISM FAMILIES CONNECTICUT
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Mission Statement
We CONNECT children, teens, and young adults on the autism spectrum and their families to each other by providing recreational, social and learning opportunities as we build a meaningful, active and engaged community for them and their families.
About This Cause
Who We Are Our co-founders realized there were limited opportunities in the Greater Hartford Area that specifically addressed the needs of children with autism. Autism Families CONNECTicut was founded in January 2010 to provide families in Connecticut with weekend recreational activities specifically targeted to children on the spectrum. Programming has since expanded to serve individuals on the spectrum from age 3 through young-adulthood as well as their families and care-givers. All programs are locally based, high quality, low cost, accessible to families and run by professionals. Autism Families CONNECTicut is registered as a non-profit, exempt organization as described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN 80-0527796). Our Vision A world where individuals on the autism spectrum have access to recreational, social and educational activities to enjoy as part of a full, balanced, well-rounded life experience. Our Mission We CONNECT children, teens, and young adults on the autism spectrum and their families to each other by providing recreational, social and learning opportunities as we build a meaningful, active and engaged community for them and their families. Our Core Values We believe that individuals on the autism spectrum... ...feel a sense of belonging and are accepted within a group of their peers, where they fit in, are comfortable and seen as equals. ...increase their confidence and grow in the belief that they can accomplish whatever they set out to do. ...experience personal growth as they increase their skills and abilities through a variety of social activities designed to capture their interests. ...explore their creativity through fun activities where they can interact with peers and express themselves freely. ...express their playfulness by having opportunities to enjoy fun programs that promote a healthy, active lifestyle. We desire that individuals on the autism spectrum and their families… ...build a supportive community and form valuable, lasting connections through a variety of shared activities.