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Our mission is to be a lifeline and hub for families and adults, providing support, information, and advocacy.
Founded in 1996, the Autism Connection of Pennsylvania serves thousands of families, professionals, and adults seeking help for autism questions and concerns. Autism Connection staff understand your perspective. They provide email and telephone support, autism news, sensory-friendly activities, and training for parents, professionals, educators, and first responders, and the organization sponsors support groups across Pennsylvania.
Latest Blog Posts
A local mom knows her toddler is not reaching his key milestones. He is way behind in speaking and motor skills…
A sensory-friendly room can be a crucial step toward providing comfort and relaxation for people with sensory sensitivities. However, the idea of taking on this task may seem overwhelming because of the high costs associated with it. Recently, Autism Connection of Pennsylvania visited our friends at Three Rivers Community Care, where CEO, Allison Broaddrick, demonstrated that many of the elements found in our region’s large, sensory-friendly spaces can be replicated on a smaller, more affordable scale. Examining larger projects in read more
On Saturday, April 29, 2023, our friends at A Magical Fundraiser are hosting 13th Hour Entertainment and Autism Connection of PA for a casual night out at the Tonidale Pub in Robinson Township. A Magical Connection is a fun, high-sensory event that benefits the region’s autism community. This event features: Dinner Mindwarp Show featuring Mentalist/Magician Steve Haberman with the vocal talents of Tracy Lynn Disc Jockey and Dancing by Nite Life DJz Basket Raffle and 50/50 drawing Autism Connection of Pennsylvania spoke read more