Our mission
Our mission is to be a lifeline and hub for families and adults, providing support, information, and advocacy.
Founded by parents in 1996, Autism Connection of PA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, serving thousands of people seeking help for autism concerns. Professional staff, all parents who understand, provide telephone support, weekly autism news, autism-friendly activities, and coordinate support groups across Pennsylvania.
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Awesome Night For Autism Connection of PA
October 30
Latest News
Luciana Randall of Autism Connection of Pennsylvania stops by to talk about helping children with autism adjust to going back to school.
Lots of factors may affect a child’s odds of ending up with autism. Researchers around the world have been striving to fully understand how biology, genetics and environment play roles.
Microsoft has announced plans to hire people with autism. Working with specialist employment agency Specialisterne, which trains and finds positions for people diagnosed on the autism spectrum, the pilot program begins in May with 10 full-time positions in the company’s Redmond, Wash., corporate headquarters. READ MORE