We are getting together just moms to have a relaxing lunch.

Thank you Mom’s for another wonderful event!
Our next Melody of Life will be June 1st, 2013
Cost only $10 per person.

Space is Limited –Location: The Mustard Seed Plantation, FL

Number of People 1 Person $10.00 2 People $20.00 3 People $30.00

Please click on the link for the membership form.  Thank you very much for your support. Click Here to join.

If you have any problems using VolunteerSpot email me at hkeolaw1@gmail.com or call 954 547-4608.

Join us on Friday evenings as the Autism Society, with major funding supplied by the National Alliance for Accessible Golf, offers an opportunity for young people with autism to learn to play a game that can be enjoyed throughout a lifetime. The goal is to teach the physical mechanics of the golf swing, rules of golf, and golf etiquette. This is a perfect opportunity to develop social skills, build friendships, and broaden extracurricular interests. Above all, our number one rule is to have fun!

Instruction given by: Gary Braeseke, P.G.A. Golf Professional
Cooper Colony Golf Course
5050 SW 90th Ave, Cooper City, FL
954-434-2181

Curriculum will include
- Swing
- Driving
- Putting

Students must be able to follow course rules, follow directions and remain in safe area. Proper attire of collared shirts is expected.

Join us on Friday evenings
Middle School 6:30-7:30
High School 7:30-8:30 PM
For our FREE evening of golf lessons

WESTON, FLORIDA – The Dan Marino Foundation has teamed up with five South Florida autism agencies to create the Annual Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism, benefiting the Autism Societies of Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, UM-NSU CARD (Center for Autism & Related Disabilities), FAU CARD, and the Dan Marino Foundation.   This exciting and unique event will take place on Saturday, January 2014  at the home of the Miami Dolphins, Sun Life Stadium. Stay tuned for more details!

“As parents of children with autism, my wife Rachel and I are thrilled to be a part of the Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism,” noted Jeff Ireland, General Manager of the Miami Dolphins.  “We know first hand the importance of support services for children and adults with autism and this event will raise money specifically for those services right here in South Florida.  Having the event at Sun Life Stadium where Dan played his Hall of Fame career for the Miami Dolphins seemed like the perfect choice.”

Driven by individuals with autism and their families and friends, this historic fundraising effort will generate crucial funds for the autism community of South Florida.  Corporate sponsorships are available, and corporate teams are encouraged to join the fun.  All proceeds raised through this event will stay in our local community and benefit autism services, and awareness.  Participating schools in South Florida will receive 25% of the money raised by their teams to support special needs programming in their school.  Autism is the fastest-growing developmental disorder.  According to the Center for Disease Control, 1 in 88 children in the United States have autism.

The 2012 year was an awesome year for the Broward Chapter of the Autism Society. Some of the events held include: 

Trainings for parents and the community on a variety of topics including:

• Understanding the Medicaid Waiver Program
• Wills, Trusts and Guardianships
• Swim Safety and Drowning Prevention
• Annual Summer Camp Information Meeting
• Applied Behavior Analysis – Interventions
• Eating & Sleeping Issues In Autism
• Free Autism Swim Day at the YMCA
• Mom’s Lunch to Celebrate Motherhood
• Yoga For Children with Autism Program
• Golfing Fore Autism weekly events
• Support of the Aktion Club
• Annual Transition Training for the Broward County School
• Funding over 20 children with summer camp
• scholarships!
• The launch of our amazing Autism Ambassadors Program!

There were many community trainings, fun events for families and autism awareness campaigns.
See the below information for pictures and details.

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Training in Transition

Training In Transition Seminar

For: VR Counselors, Job Coaches, Transition Specialists, Support Coordinators, Supported Employment Personnel, etc

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Autism Parent Support Group

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Support for Parents of Exceptional Children

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Family Bowling/Fundraiser Events

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AMC Entertainment® and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis.

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BASEBALL FOR AUTISM AWARENESS

With the Florida Marlins

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Surfing with the Stars
We had several clinics that get bigger and better each time!!!

Surfing Clinics with Dutch Schorn’s Billabong Hang Loose Surf Camp.

ASA’s Sailing Days

with Broward College and Freedom Waters Foundation

Recognition of Moms Luncheon

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The Fourth Annual

Autism Resolution

Before

The Broward County School Board

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Children’s Week in Tallahassee

Hanging of the Hands Project

To celebrate April as Autism Awareness Month, the Autism Society of America, Broward Chapter, once again supported this awesome project that signifies Children’s Week in our State Capital with artwork from our preschoolers with autism.

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Autism Awareness Day at the Capitol

April is Autism Awareness Month

2^nd Annual Capital Walk for Autism

ASA’s national headquarters and its network of nearly 200 local chapters across the nation focus on increasing autism awareness throughout the month. There are several representatives from, not only the Florida Chapter of the Autism Society, but also members of chapters from around the state, during the months of March and April that advocate at the state’s capital on this date.

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Recognition of City Commissioner
In Support Of

Autism Awareness Month

April 2010

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2^nd Annual Community Autism Awareness Day

In Cooper City

A Community Autism Awareness Day for the City of Cooper City was a wonderful day for the community.  The City of Cooper City hosted an Open House at the Firehouse for Cooper City Residents with developmental disabilities and their families.  Others were invited to attend as well.

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National Inclusive Schools Week.

December 7-11, 2009

The Autism Society Broward would like to recognize schools that truly include kids with autism into their school communities.

We asked for families to nominate their schools or special persons who work with their children to promote inclusion.  The following is a list of schools that were nominated:

Coral Park Elementary

Fox Trail Elementary and Fox Trail YMCA After Care Program

Westglades Middle School

Park Trails Elementary

Imagine Charter School

Wilton Manors Elementary

Special thanks to these schools, and many others, for supporting children with autism in the natural setting of general education classrooms.

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Autism Society Broward Goes Global

Fun in the Field

Field Day/Family Picnic Event

www.troop460.org www.Asabroward.org

This was an awesome day of fun and games for over a hundred kids with autism and their families.

Autism Society and the Miami HEAT Present:

“1^st Annual Autism Awareness Night with

the Miami HEAT!”

Autism Society

Kayaking and Paddle Boarding

Super Sunday

Autism Society of Broward

Benefit at Sunset Blue on 33rd Street

Block Party

Miami Dade College

Autism Awareness Day

And…. Last, but certainly not least….

Recognitions:

• The Dan Marino Foundation provided grant dollars to support kids with autism though our Summer Camp Scholarship Program.
• The Children’s Services Council assisted through a grant that helped fund the Transition Training for those working with our adults with ASD.
• ARC Broward supports our chapter in providing meeting space on a monthly basis.
• CARD provided on going trainings to the community and continuing collaboration in community events.
• For the sailing program, we’d like to acknowledge:

Access Boats USA, Inc.  (Technical Assistance & Volunteers)

Broward College’s Tigertail Lake Staff

IGFA Museum (for providing free passes on Sailing Days)

• The surfing program is a huge collaborative effort between ASA and;

UM-NSU CARD

Dutch Schorn’s Hang Loose Surf School

BC Surf & Sport

Andra’s Hand

Billabong, Inc.

Billabong Surf Camps

Surfrider Foundation – Broward Chapter

Quiksilver, Inc.

Quiksilver Foundation

Ron Jons Surf Shops

City of Hollywood Fire Rescue

City of Hollywood Ocean Rescue

City of Hollywood Parking Authority

• Charles Sano with the Florida Marlins for always making things easy for us in our Marlins event.

The children and adults with autism, parents, teachers, community leaders, etc, are all part of the package that supports the efforts of the Autism Society.

Thanks to all of those who support children and adults with autism spectrum disorder.

If you would like to become a member, a more active member or board member, call 954-577-4141, email ASA at info@asabroward.org or check out the website at asabroward.org

You can find more about them at:
http://www.danmarinofoundation.org

Eligible candidates:

1.MUST be current paid members of the Autism Society Broward.  Join today!
2. Be in financial need

3. Be pre-Registered for a camp

To apply, e-mail or submit a letter of necessity (500 words or less) to: info@asabroward.org or Mail us at: Autism Society of Broward P.O. Box 450476, Sunrise, Florida  33345

Get your request in today! Please remember to include in your statement of need the name and age of child, the selected camp, and all necessary contact information. You are not required to submit any financial documentation. The deadline is Tuesday May 7,  2013.  Not all candidates will be selected. One scholarship per family.

Attend the Summer Camp Resource Fair and ASB General Meeting on Wednesday, February 20th at 7:00pm in the ARC Great Room.

For more information, please leave a message at 954-577-4141

Made possible with a grant from The Dan Marino Foundation
 www.danmarinofoundation.org

The deadline is May 7, 2013

Get your requests in today.  Send your letter  to:
Autism Society  Broward
PO Box 450476
Sunrise, FL 33345

Call them at 954-797-4171, Pediatric Dentistry, 700 NW firth Street, Plantation, FL 33317