1 in 110 babies born everyday will be diagnosed with autism.
The diagnosis of autism has increased tenfold in the last decade.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies autism as an urgent national public health concern.
Autism is a general term used to describe a group of complex developmental brain disorders known as Pervasive Develpmental Disorders (PDD).
Individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) show difficulties with:
What causes autism? The simple answer is we don't know. |
Mission
A non-profit organization that will use resources and funds to create a community based program to help families in need of health, therapy, supplemental benefits related to individuals with Autism.
Dedicated to helping children help themselves in improving thier mind, body, and spirit.
Events
3rd Annual Resources 4 Autism Walk April 27th, 2013
Monthly support meetings.
Every 2nd Friday of the month.
Time: 6:30
Where: Lincoln County Firehouse (Lower Level) Off Cherry St.
For more information contact us or visit our Facebook page for upcoming events and more information.
Helpful Links
The following links can help you better understand autism, how it affects you, and what you can do:
www.thompsoncenter.missouri.edu
www.dinkelmannhealthcenter.com
Contact
Resources 4 Autism
JoEllen Kessler, President
Email:
Phone:
(636) 248-1728
Contact for mailing address.
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