Autism Speaks St. Louis

RISE Behavioral Consulting, LLC is hosting a Playground Pals Therapy in the Park. If you are interested and available to join please use this link to register.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfX-RTmaM_umnTZZTdb5WVqU6AiOcfupHIL2alKz5_tWh00YA/viewform

We look forward to seeing you!

Autism Speaks is excited to be helping out with these awesome social skills park meet-ups! Please take a second to fill out their google form if you are interested to ensure they can accommodate as many interested families!

🌟 Join Us for Fun-Filled Social Skills Park Meet-Ups! 🌟

Is your child ready to make new friends and build essential social skills this summer? We're excited to invite you to our upcoming Social Skills Park Meet-Up- Playground Pals!

Various activities will led by a BCBA, SLP and a Counselor in Training to help children develop confidence, communication, and teamwork skills.

Please fill out this google survey to help us determine the best dates, times, and locations for everyone interested!-
https://forms.gle/j9N8tX6Q4b1KTpZ17

Thank you so much to everyone who was able to join us last night for the 2nd Annual Autism Speaks St. Louis Sensory Night at The Magic House, St. Louis Children's Museum! It was a wonderful turn out and we hope everyone had the best time😊 We look forward to doing this event again on Wednesday June 11th 2025!

Upcoming Event with the St. Louis Special Needs Color Guard!! Buy a ticket through the organization and get on the field with the group :)

Don't forget to get your tickets to the Cardinals game and support us presenting the colors before the game!! 🇺🇲🙌🎉

FREE SENSORY FRIENDLY NIGHT
AT THE MAGIC HOUSE
Wednesday June 12th
from 6-8pm!
Refreshments included. A sensory-friendly night at the Magic House, with accommodations made for individuals with sensory sensitivities. Join us for an evening of fun and inclusivity!

Thank you Hayley Leach for your partnership, kindness, and sharing your incredible story! Thank you for being an autism advocate!

Help us get as many Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska, & Arkansas's Representatives as possible to cosponsor the Autism CARES Act of 2024 before they leave Washington D.C. for Memorial Day Weekend.

It takes less than one minute. Take Action Today! https://actnow.io/bcxk7at

Last week the Autism CARES Act of 2024 passed through a key subcommittee in Congress. It is the only federal law solely dedicated to support of the autism community. The law must be renewed to continue to drive research discoveries, train healthcare professionals and help improve the services available to autistic people across the country.

Renew the Autism CARES Act of 2024 I just took action on an issue important to the autism community - passing the Autism CARES Act of 2024! Join me in taking action to advance autism research and services.

The Autism CARES Act, is up for renewal in September.. The CARES Act is the main source of federal funding for autism research, services, and training. Let's encourage our MISSOURI representatives to support this funding. It takes about 15 seconds to do!

Post DONE! When you've submitted yours!

Link to: https://p2a.co/4l3xxfg?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0eEyix86WDnMNP5QvqG--9QNm2v66BzymBYotbNKTvtUGogcK2OB-NO3Y_aem_AVhsTHkYeVB6nCTkTfjpr27PUHcC-7YSsZfS_-ACLqXdET1GqrF3II0LWVMKcqvsi7Qti2dLsam02ku1o6stlQz_

THANKS in advance!

Continue funding for federal autism programs I just took action to ensure continued funding of federal autism programs! Join me in taking action.

We have a Bootcamp Fundraiser on Tuesday April 30th at 5:30 pm hosted by TruFusion STL studio in Clayton. We are so grateful to be a part of this fundraising event and have proceeds donated to our organization. If you are free, please come by and take the class while supporting a great cause 😄

SENSORY SUNDAY AT YOUR LOCAL CHUCK E' CHEESES!!!! Go take the family and enjoy a nice Sunday Funday!!

Please join ABLE Today and Autism Speaks on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 2:00 PM ET for a national webinar marking World Autism Awareness Month and National Financial Literacy. This webinar is specifically designed for the Autism community, Employers, HR and DEI executives to learn about:
1) The power of ABLE accounts for individuals with autism, family members and caregivers
2) How to leverage ABLE accounts as a workplace benefit
3) How to tap Autism Speaks’ Workplace Inclusion Now (WIN) to help expand your workforce inclusion.

ABLE today is a major effort to improve the financial wellbeing of millions of people with disabilities and increase the number of people with disabilities who hold ABLE accounts.

Specifically, this webinar will include:
• What is an ABLE Account
• How to Open an ABLE Account
• How to Use an ABLE Account, etc.
• How to Leverage ABLE Accounts as a Workplace Benefit
• How You can Tap Autism Speaks’ WIN Program to Make Your Workplace more Inclusive

REGISTER: For more information, please visit https://www.abletoday.org/webinar-home.

We are so honored to have Tyler Haynes and Tonya Haynes as our Champions of Change.... right here in our very own backyard! Check out their story below!

Thriving with Autism: Meet Tyler, University Graduate & Fearless Advocate Diagnosed with autism at age two, Tyler is no stranger to smiling in the face of adversity and proving doubters wrong. The 23-year-old says his biggest chall...

What a great start to Autism Awareness Month with our first ever Autism Family Night at Chicken N Pickle - St. Charles! It was an AMAZING turnout of families, providers, and supporters. Thank you to everyone who attended and helping us kick off this month right! We were honored to have the St. Louis Special Needs Color Guard perform the National Anthem & have our homegrown Autism Speaks Champions of Change Tyler Haynes join us for the evening and play!



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💗Happy Autism Awareness Month💗

Come join us tonight at Chicken N Pickle - St. Charles for Autism Family Night 5-7pm, FREE clinic/drills and open play! Each attendee will receive a $10 gift card to use at CNP!!

Miss Missouri, brother team up to raise awareness and tackle the stigma around autism Hayley and Matthew Leach share why they want to raise awareness about autism on 'Fox News Live.'

Join over 230 participating McDonald's locations on World Autism Day, April 2, by participating in a digital fundraiser! 10% of proceeds from all digital sales (in app and kiosk orders) will be donated back to Autism Speaks to help further our mission! If you are in the Greater Kansas City (MO & KS), St. Joseph (MO), Omaha (NE), Lincoln (NE), Sioux City (IA), Sheldon (IA), Vermillion (SD) and surrounding areas, please consider supporting next Tuesday!

Thank you to McDonald's for your continued support and partnership! We are grateful for your commitment to creating a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential.

In research, in advocacy and in support of others, women lead the way. Across the country and over the years, mothers have been fierce advocates for their children, self-advocates have defied expectations, grandmothers have broken down barriers, and aunts, sisters, cousins, and friends have joined forces to make change. The St. Louis Women Leading the Way Luncheon celebrates women in the autism community who have paved the way for success.

Join Autism Speaks as we honor women and caregivers all across the St. Louis area at our inaugural St. Louis Women Leading the Way Luncheon on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at Westwood Country Club. During our panel discussion, we will hear from local leaders, self-advocates, and women sharing their personal journeys and experiences.

To learn more, get involved and to register, visit: https://lnkd.in/eFEmrR7Q

Come join us on April 2nd Autism Awareness Day for a Family Day at Chicken N Pickle - St. Charles from 5-7 pm. Use the QR Code to RSVP Early or use this link: https://www.reservecnp.com/st-charles-mo/event/family-autism-pickleball-night/family-autism-pickleball-night-2024-04-02t160000-17-gnk/


We look forward to seeing you there!!

Service Providers: Join Autism Speaks webinar on provider resources and discussions to better meet the needs of people with autism. When: Feb 8, 2024, 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://autismspeaks.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvcu2gpjksEt2lBLflqTEt7q43aa3qC7nV

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

~EXTRA 2023 Autism Speaks St. Louis WALK SHIRTS~
These shirts are awarded to those individuals or team captains who raised over $150! There is still time left to redeem one! Shirts are made with a COMFY material perfect for the COZY upcoming season. P.S. Could even be used as a gift for the holidays 😇

If you get to the $150 amount by December 17th you will get the shirt before its even time to open presents 🎁

If you did raise the $150 goal and did not receive a walk shirt on event day, please email [email protected] with donation information, sizes, and address for shipment.

Thank you all again for your continued support for the Autism Speaks mission and we look forward to the impact we will make in 2024!

Come join us for a Boxing Class next Saturday All proceeds made goes to fuel Autism Speaks mission to support families and individuals impacted by Autism. No experience is needed, gloves and hand wraps are provided, live music, vendors, and refreshments. (Come 15 minutes before to get wrapped up & ready!)🥊

What an amazing experience it was to help with the training and education on Autism with The Synapsory and RISE Behavioral Consulting, LLC at the Police Academy in St. Louis.

I was honored today to join The Synapsory, RISE Behavioral Consulting, LLC, and Autism Speaks St. Louis to share with local first responders how Synapsory Calming Kits are helping to deescalate sensory overload in autistic children.

I was honored today to join The Synapsory, RISE Behavioral Consulting, LLC, and Autism Speaks St. Louis to share with local first responders how Synapsory Calming Kits are helping to deescalate sensory overload in autistic children.

Thank you to everyone for coming to the Autism Speaks St. Louis walk today! It was so much fun seeing all the families, providers, and companies come and support the autism community!

Thank you to the Premium Service Providers attending this year's St. Louis Autism Speaks Walk. You can find these great providers around the Walk Day interactive activities! See you tomorrow 😄
Autism & Behavioral Spectrum BlueSprig Blue Stars Therapy and Behavior Frontiers - ABA Treatment for Autism

We are so excited to have for the first time at the St. Louis Autism Speaks Walk...a Sensory Tent from SYNAPSORY!! Terrie Desloge Mike Desloges The Synapsory Sensory Tent will provide information and education on how to create your own calming space and promote sensory regulation within your home and community.

Thank you Autism Speaks St. Louis Walk Bronze Sponsors (16th Year Participating- The Dental Anesthesia Center - SLEEP DENTISTRY ST. LOUIS & Fox News We wouldn't be able to do it without your continued support 😊

Thank you Autism Speaks St. Louis Walk Silver Sponsors Keeley Companies & ADB Companies. We wouldn't be able to do it without your continued support 😊

We are 5 days out from the St. Louis Walk! I am so excited to see all of you in person and sponsors who supported us with our walk goal 😊

Come support your local Autism Speaks chapter tomorrow night for TACO TUESDAY at Chipotle in Creve Coeur from 5-9pm. 33% of event sales gets donated to the organization! See you there!
(orders online can work as well)