O R G A N I Z A T I O N P R O F I L E
ORGANIZATION
AutismUp (AutismUp.org)
CATEGORY
Offers tailored programs and services including social groups, educational workshops, recreational activities, and support groups while promoting acceptance, understanding, and inclusion within the community.
PRIMARY AUDIENCE
Parents / Families of children and young adults with or without disabilities.
TOPICS
General Education
Special Education
Autism Spectrum Disorder Resources
Learning more about Autism Spectrum Disorder
SERVICE DETAILS
Classes and workshops Register here
Grandparent meet-ups Register here
Parent and caregiver workshops https://autismup.org/classes/parent-workshops
Lending Library - Member caregivers can borrow a book for up to 3 weeks.
Community food cupboard in the back of the building.
HOW TO ACCESS SERVICE
Parent Workshops https://autismup.org/classes/parent-workshops
Parent Connections Meet-Ups and Grandparent Meet-Ups
Like Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/AutismUp
AutismUp Parents Group (for family members): https://www.facebook.com/share/g/CDyWxEfhnwFWX224/
Contact a Family Navigator at 585-248-9011 or navigator@autismup.org to arrange to borrow a book
BILINGUAL?
Yes
ADDRESS
50 Science Parkway
Rochester, NY 14620
Contact Person #1
Hannah Kmiecinski (Classes & Workshops)
585-248-9011 x107
hkmiecinski@autismup.org
Contact Person #2
Kelly Conlon (Parent Connections Meet-Ups and Grandparent Meet-Ups)
585-248-9011 x124
navigator@autismup.org kconlon@autismup.org
THE “WHY?”
What makes this org trusted = The variety of classes can appeal to all age groups. There are resources for families seeking support with various aspects of ASD. The parent meet-ups are helpful for parents/caregivers to connect with other parents/caregivers going through the same challenges and joys that autism brings.