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MCASA
is a group of parents and professionals dedicated to the education and
welfare of adults and children with severe disorders of communication and
behavior. Our mission, through advocacy, information, referral, support
groups, and financial aid, is to make Montgomery County a better place for
persons with autism. Join us. Click here
to print a membership application |
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What
We Provide to the Community
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Monthly support group meetings the
2nd Thursday
of each month from September through June at Twinbrook Recreation
Center, 12920 Twinbrook
Parkway, Rockville 20851 Click
here for a map and directions.
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General membership meetings
featuring
guest speakers. Dates and locations vary. Samples
of past topics presented include: sleep disorders, financial planning,
information on the Medicaid Autism Waiver, parent panel discussions, nutrition, autism research, school
related issues, medication, seizure disorders and more.
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Hands-on workshops are
offered on such topics as behavioral intervention techniques, augmenting
communication, developing social skills, and more.
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A newsletter
providing information on MCASA activities, ASA information, area
conferences, legislative updates and upcoming events.
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Financial assistance
is
available in the form of scholarships, “camperships” and requests for
specific equipment and or services for families as well as local schools
and organizations that serve individuals within the autism spectrum.
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MCASA
is proud to have made contributions to:
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Grafton School for playground equipment,
communication devices and school room supplies
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CSAAC toward Vans,
the Vacation Fund and the Building Fund as well as contributions to buy toys and reinforcers for
younger children and assistance to purchase therapy equipment
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Scholarships to local educators to further their knowledge in
the
field of autism
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The Arc of Montgomery County by supporting the annual
Fashion Show benefit
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The Lt. Joseph Kennedy Institute for Boardmakers, software and
similar communication aids to schools serving children with disabilities
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MCPS Autism Program classes for
communication aids, classroom equipment, roller skates,
games and other equipment as requested
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Respite assistance for parents attending
MCASA meetings
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"Camperships” for students attending camp
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Individual assistance to families in need
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Scholarships to attend conferences on autism
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Donations to help Cycle USA
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