| Who We Are |
We are the Anne Arundel County (of Maryland) chapter of the Autism Society of America. |
Mission and Vision
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The mission of the Anne Arundel County Chapter of the Autism Society of America is to serve as a resource for residents of Anne Arundel County with autism spectrum disorders and their families through education, advocacy, and public awareness activities, and by serving as a liaison to the Autism Society of America...
Please click here to read our full Mission and Vision Statement |
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Where We Meet
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A. A. C. C. A. S. A. meetings are typically the LAST Tuesday evening of each month, held at Ruth Parker Eason School in Millersville, beginning at 7:00 p.m. SHARP.
Need directions? Click here. (See our inclement weather policy)
The agenda includes introductions and general announcements, along with time for open discussion. A refreshment break is followed by a discussion led by the guest presenter. Ample time is allowed for questions and follow-up discussion, as well as further opportunity for group support and socialization.
New members are ALWAYS welcome. Come check us out!!!
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| September meeting date note |
Due to a school holiday occuring on the day that we would normally meet in September, we will instead be meeting on Sept 23rd (at the usual place and time) |
| Quarter Auction Fundraiser |
On September 9th at the Ferndale Fire Hall, a Quarter Auction will be held for the benefit of our chapter. Download tickets here. For more info, see this flyer.
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| Hometown Heroes |
We are proud to announce this year's Hometown Heroes for ASD. Click here to read about them.
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Autism Events
Calendar |
Visit our new calendar for information on autism related events in the area.
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| Newsletter |
The AUGUST 2008, issue of our Newsletter, The Voice, is available here.
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Membership
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Want to become a member?
Join our local chapter. You can now pay with  . Click here.
You still can opt to print out a form and mail it in instead. |
Want to become a member of the National ASA? Click here to obtain a membership form*
(* This form is in .pdf format . If you do not currently have the FREE Adobe Reader utility, you can download it from their website here.) |
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| Chapter networking/support/resource guide |
To help you locate the information and resources that you need, we have developed a guide that consists of a list of chapter member volunteers who are available to provide information and assistance to family members, friends, professionals, and service providers. more... (pdf document)
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 Where to Start |
Has your child recently been diagnosed with autism? Click here for our Where to Start brochure which includes helpful information and resources. (pdf document) To request printed copies of the brochure, click here.
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 Lending Library |
Visit our Lending Library page. Current as of September 2008. |
Autism Awareness
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Check out our page of Autism Awareness items such as buttons, bracelets, magnets and pins. Included are two Brochures that we have helped to create, as well as three new flyers (made in partnership with Pathfinders for Autism) about the importance of early identification and early intervention. 
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| Donation commitment |
One of our chapter members, Beth Strasnick, has initiated a fundraising effort based upon her work as a real estate agent. Beth has committed to make a donation to our organization for every referral that results in a sale. more... (pdf document)
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| Garyworld |
http://www.cafepress.com/garyworld
This online store promotes the original artwork of chapter member Gary Schmedes Jr., including such characters as The Monster Chicken and his girlfriend, Monstrous Hen. Gary and his family are generously donating a portion of the profit from the sale of these items to our chapter. |
Links
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Visit our LINKs page - for additional resources on Autism, including the Anne Arundel County Asperger Support Group. |
| Resource Guide |
Pathfinders for Autism has created an online searchable database that enables families to locate a broad range of services in Maryland and the surrounding areas. more... |
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Our chapter is participating in the Autism Asperger Publishing Company Affiliate Program. Please click here to learn more about how you can participate in the program and help to provide funding for our chapter's projects, activities, and initiatives. |
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Our chapter is also participating in the Future Horizons Affiliate Program. Please click here to learn more about how you can participate in the program and help to provide funding for our chapter's projects, activities, and initiatives. |
| Autism Waiver |
Our Autism Waiver Information Page includes the Autism Waiver Family Guide, provided by the Maryland Disability Law Center. |
Newsletter
E-Subscriptions Available |
As an e-subscriber, you will receive an e-mail once a month from us containing a link to our latest newsletter in pdf format. more...
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| Action Alert mailing list |
The Action Alert will provide you with an easy way to stay on top of the latest information about Federal, State, and local legislative initiatives, lobbying efforts, or other action items related to autism and disabilities. more...
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| Site Search |
You can use a site search feature (from GOOGLE) to search our web site for articles from previous issues of the newsletter, or any other part of this site. Click here
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Contact Information
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Mailing address:
A.A. Co. C. A.S.A.
Post Office Box 1304
Millersville, MD 21108
Chapter phone line: 410 923-8800
If you would like to request that we add you to the mailing list for our monthly newsletter, email us your full mailing address.
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| Other Questions? |
contact us here
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