Research Participants Wanted for Impact of Dog Ownership on Autism

Adult parents, whose family has children living with autism, with or without dogs, are sought for a 30-60 minutes interview about impact of dog ownership on physical activity in families. This study will examine the effect of dog ownership on the physical activity levels of family living with autism.Barriers and facilitators of owning a dog […]

Community Autism Specialists

Social Thinking® Groups at Social Champaign Small groups of all ages from elementary school, middle school, high school, and college/young adult are learning to understand the underlying concepts beneath social skills with Social Thinking® Does your student get stuck on one topic? Would you like to see them be more flexible? Social Thinking® is an exciting […]

Area Support Groups

C-U Autism Network The C-U Autism Network is a local support group whose mission is to support persons on the Autism Spectrum, their families, caregivers, educators, other professionals, and the public by providing opportunities for support, networking, education, training and advocacy, along with promoting awareness and acceptance. Website: http://cuautismnetwork.org Listserve: http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/cuan-listserve/ For additional information email jpalermo.cuan@gmail.com CU […]

Stipend Information

The following organizations may be offering stipends to attend workshops and conferences. They may pay for registration, transportation, lodging, and childcare. Visit the below websites for more information. The Arc of Illinois consumer Stipend Project http://www.thearcofil.org/consumer-stipend-project STARNET Family Fellowships and Professional Growth Grants http://www.starnet.org/financial/fellowships.php SILC (The Statewide Independent Living Council of Illinois) http://www.silcofillinois.org/index.html