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Monthly newsletter of the Autism Society of Cumberland County (NC).
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The Echo….Keeping you informed!
IN THIS ISSUE
ASCC Programs & Events Find information on upcoming programs and events in the enclosed program and calen-
dar pages.
See Page 2
Vera Bradley Bingo Sponsors
Thanks to our sponsors the ASCC had an-
other successful Bingo Event!
See page 2
ASCC Workshops
See Page 2
ASCC Holiday Hours The ASCC Office will be closed from Dec. 24-
26 and on Dec. 31, 2013.
See Page 3
The Board of Directors and Staff
of the Autism Society of Cumberland County
wish you and your family Peace, Joy, and Happiness
during the Holiday Season and the New Year.
December 2013 Volume 12, Issue 4
Tis’ the Season for Giving...
During this joyous
season of giving,
please consider
making a donation
to the ASCC. All do-
nations, no matter
the size, are truly
appreciated and will
help us continue the
work that we do to
support our families.
As the end of the
year draws near, we
want to thank all of
you who supported
us throughout the
year with your volun-
teer time, in-kind
contributions and
monetary donations.
Your support has
made a tremendous
difference in helping
us in our mission to
support families of
individuals with ASD.
Thank you!
ASCC Programs-Opportunities for Parents and Children
Parent Education
Program
Please note there will be no Parent
Education Program held in December.
The next Parent Education Program
will be offered on January 14, 2013.
More information will be provided in
the January 2014 issue of The Echo.
ASCC Support Groups
Support Groups provide an
opportunity to share, learn, and
connect. Parents, caregivers,
guardians, and professionals are
welcome to participate in all of our
support groups. Please check the
calendar on page three for meeting
dates/times/locations.
The HFA/Asperger’s Support Group
meets every second Monday of the
month, Sep—Nov, Jan—May,
immediately preceding the Parent
Education Program. This group
meets in Room 414 of the PFC
Resource Center. Focus: Families of
children, adolescents, and adults
diagnosed with HFA or Asperger’s.
Childcare will not be provided.
The Autism Lunch Club (ALC) Support
Group meets every second Tuesday
of the month at various Fayetteville
restaurants. Focus: Families of
adolescents and adults with ASD.
Childcare will not be provided.
The Autism Breakfast Club (ABC)
Support Group meets every first and
third Wednesday of the month at the
PFC Resource Center, Room 414.
Focus: Families of children with ASD
up to age 12. Childcare will be provid-
ed.
The Preschool Support Group (The
High Fives) meets weekly on
Thursdays at the PFC Resource
Center, Room 343. Focus: Families
of young children with ASD ages 1-5
years. Childcare will be provided.
While every group focuses on a
specific age range, parents of
children of all ages are welcome to
attend all support groups!
Workshops
Please call the ASCC office at (910)
826-3004/3005 to register for all
workshops.
The Newly Diagnosed Workshop is led
by Amy Perry, ASNC Autism Resource
Specialist, and is held every first
Thursday of the month from 9:30
am—12:00 pm. (odd calendar
months)
The Autism Resource Roundtable is
led by Amy Perry, ASNC Autism Re-
source Specialist, and is held every
first Tuesday of the month from 9:30
am-12:00 pm. (even calendar
months)
The Individualized Education Plan
Workshop, led by Amy Perry, provides
an opportunity for parents and
providers to learn all about IEPs. It
will be offered quarterly.
The Little Miracles Child Development
Services Workshop will be offered
every fourth Wednesday of the month
by Board Certified Behavioral Ana-
lysts. The workshops will cover differ-
ent parenting topics every month.
The Echo I Issue 4, December 2013 2
Thank You!
On October 18 2013, the ASCC held its 7th Vera Bradley
Autism Awareness Bingo, and we couldn’t have done it with-
out your generous support! Sponsors, players, and volun-
teers made the evening a great success. We are grateful for
your continued support! We would like to thank our spon-
sors:
Gold Level Sponsors:
Dr. & Mrs. John C. Pollard
Mr. & Mrs. Jerome Scott
Little Miracles Child Development Services
Jersey Mike’s Subs, Bordeaux
Silver Level Sponsors:
Mr. & Mrs. Randolph Choice
Debra Japzon Gillum, Ph.D.
Drs. Curtis and Kelly Charles
Mr. & Mrs. Hank Finch
Mr. & Mrs. John Allen
Sista-Herd
Community Based Developmental Services
Mr. and Mrs. Dell Locklear
Bronze Level Sponsors:
Merrill Hall
Donald Smith
Family of Davis Mello
Ronda Holden
Pamela Jackson
HFA/Asperger’s Support Group Are you looking for a support group where you can build new relationships with others
who have high-functioning autism?
Do you want to be a part of a support group where you can share YOUR ideas with
others about being an “Aspie” and how you see the world around you?
Join us every 2nd Monday at 5:45 pm in the CCPFC Room 414 to share your experi-
ences others like you. The HFA/Asperger's Support Group will meet again on January
14, 2014.
The Echo I Issue 4, December 2013 3
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
1
2 1:00-4:00 pm iPad
Lending Project
PFC RM 414
3 9:30-12:00 pm
Autism Resource Roundtable
PFCRC RM 414
4 9:30-11:00 am
ABC Support Group
PFCRC RM 414
5
9:30-11:00 am Preschool Support Group
PFCRC RM 343
Hanukkah
Nov. 27—Dec 5
6 9:00-12:00 pm iPad
Lending Project
PFCRC RM 414
7
8
9 1:00-4:00 pm iPad
Lending Project
PFC RM 414
10 11:30 am Autism
Lunch Club (ALC)
Support Group
Red Lobster
11
12
9:30-11:00 am Preschool Support Group
PFCRC RM 343
13
9:00-12:00 pm iPad
Lending Project
PFCRC RM 414
14
15 16 1:00-4:00 pm iPad
Lending Project,
PFCRC RM 414
17
18 9:30-11:00 am
ABC Support Group
PFCRC RM 414
19
9:30-11:00 am Preschool Support Group
PFCRC RM 343
20 9:00-12:00 pm iPad
Lending Project
PFCRC RM 414
2110:30 am
Rhythm and Rhyme
Sensory Story time
with SANTA
Hope Mills Library
22 23
24 Christmas Eve
ASCC Office
Closed
25 Christmas Day
ASCC Office
Closed
26 ASCC Office
Closed
Kwanzaa Dec. 26– Jan. 1
27
28
29 3010:30 am
Rhythm and
Rhyme
Sensory Story time
North Regional
Branch Library
31
New Year’s Eve
ASCC Office
Closed
December 2013
351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Tel: 910-826-3004/3005
Fax: 910-868-5881
E-mail: [email protected]
www.autismcc.org
“Supporting Individuals Within The Autism Spectrum”
Winner of the Autism Society of
North Carolina affiliate of the Year
Award—1996, 2002, & 2003
Membership & Donations
Return Service Requested
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County is an affiliate of the Autism
Society of North Carolina.
Mission Statement:
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County is committed to providing
support and promoting opportunities
which enhance the lives of individu-
als within the autism spectrum and
their families.
Vision Statement:
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County strives to create a community
where people within the autism
spectrum and their families receive
respect, services, and supports
based on individual differences,
needs, and preferences.
Disclaimer:
The Autism Society of Cumberland
County does not take any position
regarding studies of ASD, nor en-
dorse any particular form of treat-
ment, intervention, or therapy. This
newsletter allows us to pass along
current information in the field of
ASD to our families and organization
members.
Please make checks payable to:
Autism Society of Cumberland County
351 Wagoner Drive, Suite 410
Fayetteville, NC 28303
Name:
Parent/Caregiver Professional
Sibling Individual with ASD
Address:
Telephone:
Email:
A great way to help support our program is to
become a member. As a member of the ASCC, you
enjoy voting rights during membership meetings,
you are eligible for election to the Board of
Directors, and you receive priority for conference
scholarships. Membership is effective for one year.
Please remember the ASCC with your tax-deductible
charitable contribution. Thank you!
Annual Membership ($10.00)
Donation $_________
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Cumberland Community
Foundation
Board of Directors:
Anna Finch, President
Gwen Scott, Vice President
Brandy Mello, Secretary
Chris Leacock , Treasurer
John Allen
Cynthia Billops
Dr. Kelly Charles
Ronda Holden
Dr. Suzanna Fletcher
Staff:
Sylvia Adamczyk, Director of Programs & Outreach
Alvita Blue, Program & Outreach Assistant
December 2013 The Echo Volume 12, Issue 4
FY 2013/2014 Board of Directors & Staff Funded In Part By:
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