Upcoming Events for Parents Dear Reader, Our CARES Spring session will be starting soon for parents navigating a new autism diagnosis. Whether you’re looking for guidance, shared experiences, or simply a place to feel understood, we’re here for you. We would love to have you join us and help connect you to resources and others navigating a similar journey SPRING CARES 2026 What is CARES? CARES is a free training for parents and caregivers navigating a new autism diagnosis. Meet new parents...

Dear Reader, Our 15th Annual Gala for Autism Acceptance: Building an Inclusive Community is almost here! As we prepare to gather on March 7th, we wanted to share what you can expect from this special evening as we celebrate 15 years of impact and community. This year we have a few changes to the flow of our program with bidding on our silent auction opening tomorrow on Thursday, February 26th at 10 am.* Gala Details: 📅 Date: Saturday, March 7th, 2026 📍 Location: Rochester Golf & Country Club:...

Dear Reader, We’re thrilled to share that Kate Swenson, Minnesota autism mom, advocate, and bestselling co-author of Autism Out Loud, is coming to Rochester for a special keynote address:“Finding Joy in the Secret World of Autism.” Kate will share her family’s journey raising her son Cooper, offering an honest and heartfelt look at the challenges, growth, humor, and unexpected joy that can be found along the way. Event Details: 📅 Saturday, April 18, 2026⏰ 5:00 PM📍 Mayo High School...