Providing Relief for Autistic Youth, Inc.

Friends, our hearts are heavy to tell you that we have made the hard decision to close. It has been an honor to walk alongside you. We are thankful for the privilege of time we had to serve.
In the time P.R.A.Y. has been operating, we were able to serve families impacted by autism in the following ways:
-Mentoring parents & caregivers
-Numerous awareness events, including family fun events like... Sensory Friendly St. Nick, sensory friendly movies, jumps, trunk or treats, swims, picnics, and world autism awareness day events in schools, churches, businesses, & online.
-A thriving online community to connect & relate
-Important awareness trainings including autism risk & safety management, creating sensory spaces, sensory integration & inclusion, and special needs ministry training. Provided to EMS, recreation, churches, businesses, schools, parents & caregivers.
-Partnered with public & private school systems to expand and improve services as well as the learning environment for staff & students.
-Collaborated with partner organizations & supports throughout the county, state, & country.

Although P.R.A.Y. is no longer serving as a non-profit, we are still here with you. There are many wonderful resources & supports available in the area.
-Our online community via facebook will still go on. Please visit Tri-State Autism Families
-Our pinterest page will remain active
-The Ability Cafe is another local facebook community page
-Learn about your local SECAC & get involved
-Pathfinders for Autism is an incredible organization (pathfindersforautism.org)

Thank you for the years of support & cheering us on.
Love completes the puzzle. Warrior on friends! ❤️

Know a family impacted by ? They can apply for a free NAA Big Red Safety Box at http://nationalautismassociation.org/big-red-safety-boxes-now-available/

*Please note: the box & shipping are free for those in need, or you may choose to donate the shipping to help pay it forward so more families can receive a box.

The materials in the box are based on U.S. practices & laws and may not be relevant or applicable in other countries. Because of this, the box is available to U.S. residents only. However, we do offer a free downloadable toolkit at: http://nationalautismassociation.org/store/ #!/NAAs-Be-REDy-Booklet-for-Caregivers/p/57859415/category=2416355

Please feel free to use only what may apply in your local areas.

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