ASW News & Events
Dance for Camp Fundraiser
Help raise funds for the Sensory Camp in Vancouver! See News Post on this situation. They are facing a deadline of May 30 to raise the money needed to keep this camp open.
The Dance is just one of several fundraisers going on to bring in the needed funds.
May 19, 2012
Red Lion at Jantzen Beach Center
Come listen and dance to the traditional and progressive jazz and pop sounds of one of Clark County’s most popular new college bands: “Known As Annonymous” See flyer for more information: Dance for Camp
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New CDC Report: 1 in 88 Children Diagnosed with ASD
On March 29, 2012, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a report that estimates “about 1 in 88 children has been identified with an autism spectrum disorder.” According to the report the CDC identified the number as 1 in 150 in 2007 and then 1 in 110 in 2009.
Key element of the report are:
• More children diagnosed at an early age
• Five times as many boys as girls
• Largest increase is with Hispanic and Black children
• Increases at all levels of intellectual ability but largest (62%) do not have an intellectual disability
Read the full report here:
http://www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/autism/documents/ADDM-2012-Community-Report.pdf
AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH 2012
Resource & Events Calendar
Statewide listings of
EVENTS, TRAININGS,
SUPPORT GROUPS AND MORE
Celebration of the Art and Artists of the Spectrum to Benefit ASW and Artists
Friday, June 22, 2012
HeART of the Spectrum Gallery
536 1st Ave South (Pioneer Square)
Seattle, WA
Join us this summer for another art benefit event. Proceeds from art sold at this gala affair will benefit artists and the Autism Society of Washington. Featured art includes artists in residence currently at the gallery artists along with other artists on the spectrum who wish to participate. Art will go on display on the First Thursday event that month, June 7, and be on display until the afternoon of June 22. The afternoon will feature refreshment and music. More detailed information to follow.
- Support artists on the spectrum
- Support ASW
- Support this valuable autism resource!
Check out HeART of the Spectrum on Facebook to see what the amazing talent they are working with!
A recent issue of Seattle City Living has a front page article on the Gallery. Check it out. This place is evolving fast.
Call for artists!
If you are interested in participating in this event, please contact Michael Tolleson, Director Curator, at 206-293-1997.
Donate Now!
Your help is needed to strengthen our mission in these challenging economic times. You can support us in a number of ways:
- Make a donation on-line now
- WA Combined Fund Drive (Charity #0315604)
- Donate through your local United Way
- Corporate employee giving programs
- Leave a lasting legacy through your estate
Please consider becoming a member and volunteering with ASW or with one of our local Affiliates.
We need volunteers!
The Autism Society of Washington (ASW) is recruiting for volunteers and board membership. We have several flexible opportunities for involvement. If you have the time and energy, we welcome your interest. Learn more here.
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