Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support

Join us for the SJU Kinney Center 5K Walk/Run for Autism on September 21! Help us raise awareness and support for individuals with autism. Whether you walk or run, your participation makes a difference. Register today and be part of a community that cares! Registration Link:

Saint Joseph's University Kinney Walk/Run for Autism Saint Joseph's University Kinney Walk/Run for Autism is on Saturday September 21, 2024. It includes the following events: 5K and 1 Mile Walk.

The Kinney Center's Youth Social Skills program provides children ages 5-14 a fun environment to make friends, practice conversations and turn taking, and learn new skills through everyday scenarios like going to a restaurant or a party. Each session incorporates games and play, a simulation, and snack time. https://www.sju.edu/kinney/autism-services/youth

Interested in learning more about the different roles SCHOLARS have at the Kinney Center? Fill out our interest form and a member of our team will reach out to you with more information! https://tinyurl.com/scholarsinterest

We are giving a big thank you to our Kinney Center 5K Walk/Run For Autism in-kind sponsor, Kegel's Produce. Be sure to stop by their table after the race for some snacks on September 21!
Join the fun by visiting https://runsignup.com/sjukinney5k

Our Day Services crew is kicking off the week at the Philadelphia Zoo. Can you tell that we were ready for a “paw-some” day?

The Kinney Center is pleased to announce the appointment of our new executive director, Theresa McFalls.

Theresa is a licensed social worker and doctoral candidate who joined Kinney more than a decade ago, touching many areas of the Center. Most notably, Theresa built and grew our ASPIRE program for college-aged students with autism into a nationally-recognized model.

Join us in congratulating Theresa in her new role!

Thank you to House Cup Coffee Roasters & Cafe for sponsoring the Kinney Center 5K Walk/Run For Autism! House Cup Coffee Roasters is located in Havertown and they give $1 of every bag of their Embrace coffee blend back to the Kinney Center. Stop by their tent on September 21 and fuel up for the race with your favorite caffeinated beverage! https://runsignup.com/sjukinney5k

Don't forget! Kinney Center Fall Program registration will begin on Monday, July 22. Check out our website to learn more about each program. A Kinney Center account is needed to register for programs, so prepare for registration by setting up your account today! https://www.sju.edu/kinney/kinney-center-fall-2024-program-registration

Swinging into the holiday weekend with a visit from our friendly neighborhood Spiderman!

Camp Kinney is getting off to a great start! Our campers are enjoying activities like water play, science, sports, and more!

LAST CHANCE to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing for the Kinney Walk/Run for Autism on September 21. Early Bird Pricing ends on July 1. Current SJU students will receive an additional discount at registration. sju.edu/kinney/5k

Our newly trained SCHOLARS are ready for the best summer yet at Camp Kinney! We appreciate all of the hard work they have put in these last two weeks. Congratulations to Team Minion for winning our annual field day!

Congratulations to our three Graduate Assistants for completing their Masters in Applied Behavior Analysis and walking across the stage today! Next stop…BCBA Exam!

We are proud of the accomplishments our ASPIRE students make each year and wish Luca continued success in his new role!

ASPIRE’s Luca Toth, BS ’24, Graduates into Full-Time Employment Saint Joseph's Luca Toth, BS ’24, is the first student to graduate from ASPIRE – a college support program for students with autism spectrum disorder – with a full-time job lined up.

Don’t forget to stop by House Cup Coffee Roasters & Cafe and say hi to guest barista Theresa McFalls!

Start your weekend off by getting your favorite caffeinated beverage served by Interim Executive Director Theresa McFalls on Friday, April 12 at House Cup Coffee Roasters & Cafe!

Join us Friday 12-2pm to meet our Guest Barista, Theresa McFalls, the Interim Executive Director of the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support at Saint Joseph's University in Philadelphia at the House Cup Café.

April is National Autism Acceptance Month. We'll be selling our Embrace Blend with proceeds going to the Kinney Center. This great coffee will also be highlighted with a special "Embrace Latte" only available at the House Cup Cafe from 12-2pm. Come out to support an amazing organization and meet our guest barista!

Family Fun Day is Saturday, April 13! Enjoy a petting zoo with Party Animals Express, music from Music Play Patrol, moon bounce, snack, activities, and more. Register today at https://www.sju.edu/kinney/kinney-center-autism-awareness-month-events

Join us for a special Sensory Friendly Mass held at the Chapel of Saint Joseph on Sunday, April 7 at 11 AM. All are welcome to participate in this inclusive service. This service is part of the Kinney Center's Autism Awareness Month Events. Learn more about each event by visiting https://www.sju.edu/kinney/kinney-center-autism-awareness-month-events

We are looking for Kinney SCHOLARS to join us at Camp Kinney this summer! Come to an open hiring session and consider your summer job search complete ✅

Mark your calendar! The Kinney Center has a list of events to celebrate Autism Awareness Month this April.

Autism Awareness Month Events at Saint Joseph’s In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support is recognizing and empowering individuals on the spectrum with a variety of family-friendly events.

Today is Saint Joseph's Day of Giving! Your gift can provide scholarship funding for families looking for crucial autism services for their loved ones. The first 300 gifts made on Day of Giving will also have an extra $50 added on, thanks to the generosity of a SJU Alum! https://tinyurl.com/kinney24

Check off your to-do list by making an early Day of Giving gift! Your gift can open a world of possibilities to children and families impacted by autism. tinyurl.com/kinney24

Some of our SCHOLARS got a visit from a special guest today!

The Kinney Center is excited to be an Eagles Autism Foundation Community Grant Award recipient! With this grant, we will improve the college experience and employment outcomes for students with autism all across the Greater Philadelphia area.

Eagles Autism Foundation contributes $6.2 million to fund 34 research and community projects Through fundraising efforts associated with the Eagles Autism Foundation, 116 research projects and community grants have been funded worldwide since 2018.

Kick-off 2024 by preparing for the transition to college with the Kinney Center's ASPIRE Team! Our next College Bound Retreat Session will be held on January 8-9, 2024. For more information and to register, visit https://www.sju.edu/kinney/autism-services/transitional/college-bound-retreat