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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: KGN2569 | Last Full Update: 11 Dec 2018 |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| Alternate Name | AO ; AO-K ; Autism Kingston ; Autism Ontario - Kingston Chapter ; Autism Society of Kingston ; OCR |
| Former Name | ASO-K ; Autism Society of Ontario ; Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder/PDD |
| Location & Accessibility | |
| Site Location | Enter at the back of the building via Bagot Street |
| Located In Community | Kingston |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Montreal St and Stephen St |
| Bus Route Notes | Kingston Transit Trip Planner |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Parking | Free parking |
| Description and Services | |
| Description (Service) | Voluntary organization for Autism Spectrum Disorders * information about local resources and services, funding options, family and spouse support meetings, social activities and events, programs, workshops and guest speakers * public awareness and acceptance about autism * provide information and education, support research, and advocate for programs and services for the autism community Potential Programme: east and south-east regional events, activities and support |
| Hours | Tue, Thu 9:30 am-2 pm, or by appointment |
| Meetings | * Chapter Leadership Council meetings and planning meetings are open to members and interested community members, contact for future dates * Family support/info meetings: third Tuesday of the month 6:30 pm-8:30 pm * usually includes a general topic of discussion and an opportunity to meet and talk with other families in the area * spouses support meetings held every two to three months, contact the office for the next meeting date and location |
| Areas Served | Frontenac County ; Hastings County ; Kingston ; Lanark County ; Leeds and Grenville United Counties ; Lennox and Addington County ; Prince Edward County |
| Eligibility | No restrictions * serving children, youth and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), their families, professionals and the community * diagnosis not required Potential Programme: individuals 18 years and under |
| Application | No referral required * annual membership can be arranged through the Chapter Office or online |
| Languages | English ; French - some members |
| Fees | Membership - $50 optional (2018) ; Service - low or no cost for most programs and activities |
| Service Categories | Caregiver Support Groups ~ Autism Spectrum Disorder ; Disease/Disability Information ~ Autism Spectrum Disorder ; Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education ~ Autism Spectrum Disorder ; Voluntary Health Organizations |
| Waiting List | No |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 613-507-7896 |
| kingston@autismontario.com | |
| Website | www.autismontario.com |
| Social Media |  |
| Primary Contact | Mae Whalen, Chapter Development Coordinator |
| Alternate Contact | Kelsey McDaniel, Regional Family Support Coordinator (East and South-East Region); Email: kelsey@autismontario.com |
| Other Details | |
| Funding | Provincial - Ministry of Children and Youth Services (Potential Programme) ; Grants ; Fundraising ; Donations - Charitable Registration Number: 119248789 RR0001 (Autism Society Ontario) |
| Elections | Chapter Leadership is elected at Annual General Meeting |
| Print Material | Reference Library |
| Resources | Website, Facebook, e-news |
| Accreditation | No |