The Community Education and Outreach (CEO) department demonstrates Avondale House’s belief that autism is a community affair and our commitment to creating “autism friendly” communities. Specifically, this program is designed to meet the educational, support, and training needs of parents, families, educators, community members, and health and social service professionals responding to the unique demands of individuals with autism.

Families:

1. Facebook page (Type "Avondale House" into the search box. )
2. Monthly parent support group meetings

Educators and Other Professionals:

1. Events (conferences, resource/charity fairs, forums)
2. Staff development trainings (CEU's available)
3. Printed literature
4. Speaker’s bureau

Community:

1. Informal trainings for religious and civic organizations
2. Media outreach

If your organization encounters individuals with autism spectrum disorders, please contact the CEO department for more information or to schedule a training. We would be happy to tailor our program to fit your specific needs.

Kelly Adams, MSW
Community Education and Outreach Coordinator
713-993-9544 ext. 2624
kellya@avondalehouse.org