Autism Tree Project Foundation
San Diego nonprofit offering more than 20 free programmes and over 200 family events a year for the autism community, from playgroups to athlete mentor programmes.
The practical details
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What this is, in plain language
A nonprofit running more than 20 free, community-based programmes for autism families in San Diego, from playgroups and mentor programmes with local university sports teams to beach days, STEM workshops and a virtual book club for people who type to communicate.
Getting started
You can call, email, or fill in the online contact form saying what you need (general information, press, or other questions); the team says it reaches out to new families every day.
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What they say about themselves
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- States all of its programmes and events are provided at no charge to families affected by autism, sustained on a pay-it-forward model.
- Runs a Parent Mentor Program, which its FAQ points parents towards when they feel overwhelmed around the time of diagnosis.
- Says its team can refer families to trusted community resources in San Diego County, such as speech and occupational therapists and special education advocates.
- Founded in San Diego in 2003 by parents after their two-year-old son was diagnosed.
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- Yes:Says its services are free to families
- No:Offers help in Spanish
- Yes:Names the local area it covers
- Yes:Describes help with school and special education rights
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