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Thompson Foundation, ACE Program Receive Local Impact Grant
The Thompson Foundation for Autism & Neurodevelopment was awarded the Autism Speaks 2023 Local Impact Grant. This grant will go towards funding the Thompson Center’s Accessing Career Experiences (ACE) program. This grant was awarded to 23 organizations from 13 states that serve the autism community.
April Events Calendar
April is World Autism Month and the Thompson Center has lots of events planned to celebrate! Keep track of all of our World Autism Month activities for patients, families, andContinue reading “April Events Calendar”
Pathway to Success: Transition Event
This is a FREE transition resource event for families and students impacted by a disability. We encourage caretakers of students of all ages to join us for this event. It is never too early to think about the transition process. You will be able to talk with experts and learn about building independence.
Understanding Ableism & Supporting Neurodiversity Webinar with Haley Moss
Click here to register today! Storytelling has so much power for autistic people – but our stories are often told in ways that leave us silenced, unheard, or invalidated. ThisContinue reading “Understanding Ableism & Supporting Neurodiversity Webinar with Haley Moss”
Advocacy & Self-Advocacy with Hayley and Matthew Leach Webinar
This session will highlight the importance of self-advocacy skills for autistic individuals in academic and professional settings. Haley and Matthew will also discuss how family members, especially siblings, can play a role in advocating for their loved ones.
Thompson Center Trainers Travel to D.C., Hawaii
Several Thompson Center team members spent January on-the-go.
2023 Year In Review
Take a look back at some of the biggest accomplishments at the Thompson Center in 2023. After an amazing year, we’re looking forward to continued growth and improvement in 2024!
Self-Advocate Series Part #3: The Hidden Curriculum Webinar
This session will identify strategies to better understand social norms, values, and beliefs.
Self-Advocate Series Part #2: All Things Technology Webinar
This session will identify strategies for communicating with others using technology including professional and casual emails, texts, leaving voicemail messages, etc.