South Carolina Autism Society

SCAS ONLINE STORE is open for business! Featuring autism-awareness jewelry, some event purchase options, and much more. Support SCAS and its mission while promoting Autism Awareness.

The purpose of the SC Autism Society is to enable all individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) to reach their maximum potential.

Help SCAS update our recommended movies & books about ASDs & related disabilities with this survey.

Online Survey for fathers of children w/ autism or Down Syndrome

The SC Developmental Disabilities Council (SCDDC) will be holding a series of public hearings to receive input for a new Five Year State Plan. Anyone having questions or comments, or anyone needing additional information may contact the SCDDC office at (803) 734-0465. Individuals who cannot attend may send written comments to the DDC office.

These public hearings are a requirement of the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (42 U.S.C. 15001, et seq.) P.L. 106-402 Final Rule, 45 CFR Part 1386. The council’s current plan is on our Web site at www.scddc.state.sc.us or can be obtained by calling the council office.

See attached public hearing schedule. Please feel free to share with others. Thanks!

Make your award nominations now! SCAS wants to honor those who excel in supporting individuals with ASDs, but we need your help. Be sure to make your nominations before September 15, 2010! Those selected for recognition will be acknowledged at the 2010 Perspectives in Autism conference, October 8-9.

Do you believe in someone with autism? Then you believe in the South Carolina Autism Society and its mission. How can we meet such a big mission? With support from you and others like you. We can't improve the lives of people with autism spectrum disorders without ongoing support. Your support allows us to continue what we've begun, find new ways to help, better serve the families who speak for loved ones, and come closer to solving the many puzzles of ASD. If you believe in someone who has an autism spectrum disorder, then you believe in the Autism Society's mission. Please become a member today.

Visit our What's New page to see all upcoming events & updates!

SC Autism Society announces the
2010 Perspectives in Autism Conference
October 8-9, 2010
Columbia Conference Center 169 Laurelhurst Av, Columbia, SC

The Speakers for this year’s conference are:

Ann Palmer will present “Autism: Beyond the Diagnosis ”
Dennis Reid, Ph.D. will present “Enhancing Application of Evidence-Based Practices: Effective Strategies for Teacher, Parent, and Staff Training”
Jerry Newport will present “We Will Outlive You,” many people with autism will outlive their parents and others prominent in their support community.

Monkey Joe’s at 109 Park Place Court, Lexington, SC 29072 will open their facility for children with special needs Wednesday, August 25 from 6-8 PM.

The Eighth Annual Fun in the Fall Golf Tournament is set for Monday, October 25th at Woodcreek. This wonderful event is sponsored by Zvejnieks Foundation. Additional sponsors include Thermal Technologies, Inc. Proceeds will benefit SCAS and its mission. Download the Brochure or Flyer.

If you're interested in sponsorship for this golf tournament, please contact Susie Phillips, Director of Outreach & Special Events at 803-750-6988 OR 800-438-4790 ext. 104 or via Email. Online registration is now available here!

Strides For Autism: Walks Across SC
Grand Strand Strides For Autism: Saturday, November 6 at Grand Park, Myrtle Beach, SC. Registration at 8:00 a.m. and the walk begins at 9:00 a.m. Remember--Rain or Shine!

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Strides For Autism: Walks Across SC
Lowcountry Strides For Autism! Saturday, November 13, 2010 at Memorial WaterfrontPark at Mt Pleasant, SC, at the base of the Arthur Ravanel Bridge. Registration at 8:00 a.m. and the walk begins at 9:00 a.m. Remember--Rain or Shine!

Have you seen all the new Events? Join us for some fun and support SCAS!

Autism 101 10/27/10 with Alisia Carey, BS/M.Ed. in Sp. Ed., NBCT, BCBA

The South Carolina State Department of Education's Determination letter from the US Dept of Ed, Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services concerning the 2008 Annual Performance Report. It is full of information. SC clearly has a lot of work ahead!

Partners in Policymaking™ (PIP) is a leadership training program that teaches self-advocates and parents to be community leaders and how to obtain the best available services for themselves and others. Visit their website to learn more.

The Upstate office of SC Autism Society has moved to a different suite, but the address is the same. Please note the new suite is Suite 132.

SCAS is updating our list of recommended movies and books about Autism Spectrum Disorders and related disabilities. If there are any books or movies you have found helpful, this is a great opportunity to share them! These may be resources for adults or children; fiction or non-fiction; memoirs; books about therapies, treatments, conditions, and symptoms. Whatever has been useful to you, we want to know about it! Submissions will be compiled and available on the website of the South Carolina Autism Society. Submit your recommendations here. Feel free to visit this page as often as you like to submit additional resources. Thank you for your contribution!

Please check out the June Aerospace Professionals for Autism First Annual Golf Tournament photos by Delilah Bonnert, now posted to the SCAS Picasa account. Thanks Delilah, PDS Tech and all the sponsors and players!

SCAS wishes to acknowledge and thank...

Thanks to all the organizers and participants of First Annual Braylon Poker Run to benefit SCAS & Down's Syndrome Family Alliance of Greenville.

Thanks to all the organizers, groups and participants of God'Stock 4 for bringing us great music, autism awareness and generous support.

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