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Rochester Area Autism Association is a 501[c][3] Non-Profit Organization that empower autistic individuals, supports their families and works to strengthen the Rochester area community.
Dear Reader, 📣 We’re excited to introduce the newest member of the Rochester Area Autism Association team! Please join us in welcoming Allie Masterfield, our new CARES Coordinator! We’re thrilled to have Allie join RAAA and look forward to the experience, passion, and perspective she will bring to our CARES program. CARES (Connecting Autism Resources, Education & Support) helps connect autistic individuals and their families with resources, education, parent support, and opportunities to...
Dear Reader, As parents, we know that raising a child with autism can come with a lot of different emotions. There can be relief when you finally have some answers, but also worry, confusion, frustration, or just the feeling of, “Okay…now what?” There really isn’t a right or wrong way to feel, and there definitely isn’t a perfect roadmap for figuring everything out. That’s one of the reasons I love the C.A.R.E.S. parent support group. It’s a chance to sit down with other parents who...
Dear Reader, Change can be hard for any child. But for our children with autism, big changes can feel enormous. A new school year often brings unfamiliar routines, new teachers, different expectations, and changes that can create stress for the entire family. At the Rochester Area Autism Association, we know that back-to-school season can be both exciting and challenging. That's why we don't want you to face it alone. We invite you to join us for an evening dedicated to supporting parents and...