Did you miss Puzzlethon™ 2008? Mark your calendars NOW for Puzzlethon™ 2009 to be held on Saturday, March 14, 2009. more

Autism Awareness Month 2008 was a busy one for us here in Connecticut.  Read about all of the special activities and events here.

Donation Kudos: We’d like to thank everyone who supports us and invite you to read about the many energetic and thoughtful ideas and events that have supported us this year. Read about these ingenious ideas (and maybe get inspired yourself!) More

   

Donate a car to ASCONN: Do you have a car, truck or boat that you no longer need? Consider making a donation to ASCONN. With one telephone call, you can arrange to have the vehicle picked up (it doesn’t even have to be in running condition!). Proceeds will support ASCONN’s programming and you may even be eligible for a tax deduction. Call 1-866-273-2002 to make a donation.

New Resources: Looking for a good read? Looking for a particular book about autism? Look no further than the Connecticut State Library System. This year’s donation includes books from ASCONN as well as a significant donation from the Old Saybrook Women’s Club. Read more here or find a particular book here.

How many pushups would YOU do to help an autistic child? Join in the fun on Saturday, June 7, 2008 at the O’Neill Center at WestConn in Danbury. Come and participate or just cheer on those doing the pushups! More information, registration and donation information here. All proceeds will go to ASCONN and the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism (a proud supporter of ASCONN’s mini-grant program for the past three years!)

2008 Mini-Grant Program: Application deadline is Friday, June 6, 2008. All applications must be received by the deadline. Snail mail only! No electronic applications will be accepted. More information and a downloadable application here.

New Member Benefit: With every paid NEW membership, receive a 25% discount on ASCONN's sterling silver puzzle charm. Membership Info.

Real Jewelry to Make a Real Difference: ASCONN offers a meaningful way to support programs, services, and research while promoting autism awareness with this unique, handmade jewelry. Now available using  our secure online ordering system.
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ASA Chapters: Contact us for more information about our jewelry affiliate program.

Save the Date: Saturday, April 25, 2009 for ASCONN’s 19th Annual Statewide Conference on Autism! Featuring Michelle Garcia Winner of the Center for Social Thinking in California. Michelle’s innovative work on social learning (not to mention the “rubber chicken” therapy) will educate, entertain and entice you. Special “Speakers from the Spectrum” in 2009 will be our very own “ASD Unplugged”  panel presentation of young adults and teens with ASD from FOCUS Alternative Learning Center in Canton. More information

Join ASCONN and friends and colleagues from all over the United States at the 39th Annual Autism Society of America Annual Conference from July 9 -12, 2008 at the Gaylord Resort in sunny Orlando, Florida! ASCONN presents a concurrent session on our Autism Orientation Workshop for Faith Communities. Learn, laugh, network and enjoy the spectacular resort located just minutes from DisneyWorld. More information and registration materials

Advocacy: Check out our Legislative Advocacy page where you can get information and help with contacting your legislators about pending autism related legislation.

Autism Blog! Looking for information about autism in Connecticut? Check out our new blog, Autism in Connecticut. The blog is place everyone with an interest in autism can go to find out about events, programs, activities and other items of interest happening around the State.

Volunteers: ASCONN could not provide services, programs and supports without the dedicated help of volunteers. If you have some time and the inclination we’d love to hear from you. Check out our Volunteering  page for more information or e-mail us your ideas.

AutismSource™ a 24/7 searchable database and instant resource listing is up and running. Read about AutismSource or search AutismSource™ now!

Give a Teacher a Pat on the Back: Families - are you looking for a way to say "thanks" to a teacher, therapist, respite care provider, family member or staff person? Check out ASCONN's new "Pat on the Back" program.