Welcome to the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
The Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
is a group of people (mostly parents) who are dedicated to improving the quality of life of children and adults affected by autism by providing information, resources and support to the community, and especially to families affected by autism. Membership is open to parents, professionals, people on the spectrum, and their friends and supporters. It is a democratically-elected, grass-roots non-profit.
The Autism Society of Greater Phoenix helps families who have just received an autism, Asperger, or PDD-NOS diagnosis by providing support and information on effective treatments.
The Autism Society of Greater Phoenix provides free information to parents, professionals, and educators. Contact us at our contact page or call one of our Parent Mentors!
6th Annual Inclusive Schools Conference
June 17-18, 2010
Location: Deer Valley Unified School District | 20402 N. 15th Avenue | Phoenix, AZ 85027
Learn more and register here.
July Bal-A-Vis-X Training
Friday and Saturday, July 30 and 31 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Location TBD
About the Program
Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of Balance/Auditory/Vision eXercises, of varied complexity, all of which are deeply rooted in rhythm. Exercises are done with sand-filled bags and racquetballs, sometimes while standing on a balance board. Bal-A-Vis-X (BAVX) requires focused attention, demands cooperation, promotes self-challenge, and fosters peer teaching. It is school and home friendly and just plain fun.
Presenter
We are excited to have Deana Douglas, one of only twelve certified Bal-A-Vis-X instructors, come and provide the Level 1 & 2, with adaptive, 16 hour training. This training is appropriate for parents, teachers, and therapists.
Registration
There are only 60 spots available for this individualized, hands-on training, so register early! Register online or download the enrollment form here.
August Bal-A-Vis-X Training
Thursday-Saturday, Aug. 19-21 | 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Lunch Provided) | Location: Scottsdale Bible Church | 7601 E Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
About the Program
Bal-A-Vis-X is a series of Balance/Auditory/Vision eXercises, of varied complexity, all of which are deeply rooted in rhythm. Exercises are done with sand-filled bags and racquetballs, sometimes while standing on a balance board. Bal-A-Vis-X (BAVX) requires focused attention, demands cooperation, promotes self-challenge, and fosters peer teaching. It is school and home friendly and just plain fun.
Presenter
We are excited to have Bill Hubert, founder of the program, come and provide his complete 23 hour training over three days in this unique program. This training is appropriate for parents, teachers, and therapists.
Registration
There are only 60 spots available for this individualized, hands-on training, so register early! Register online or download the enrollment form here.
Learn More
Video: Valley Autism Groups
Watch a new video to find out more about the Adult Autism/Asperger's Groups in the Metro Phoenix area and what to expect at a meeting by Susan J. Golubock and Tara J. Marshall, Members of the Phoenix Adult Asperger’s Support Group. Find out more about the adult and young adult groups sponsored by the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix.
Support Meetings
Fourth Tuesday of Every Month • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
The Autism Society of Greater Phoenix will be providing light refreshments during the meetings. Parents may order their own dinners from the restaurant if they so choose, but there is no requirement to do so. The general public is always invited to attend and there is no admission charge.
Steven's Law (Arizona's Autism Insurance Bill) is now effect!
NEW... Read a Fact Sheet about the implementation of Steven's Law from the Arizona Autism Coalition!
Thank you to all of our board members, volunteers, and especially everyone who wrote letters, made phone calls and came down to the hearings! Thank you to all of the legislators who voted for this bill and to the governor for signing it!
We could not have done this without all of you!!
For more information about the legislation, visit www.azautisminsurance.org.