Laura Gokey will serve as a representive for Autistic Services when she attends an Autism Awareness forum, sponsored by Jack Quinn, Regional Chair. This will take place on Thursday, August 14th, from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the John Kelly House Dining Hall at the Cradle Beach Camp, 8078 Old Lake Shore Road, in Angola, NY. This forum is being hosted to listen to Buffalo region families, friends and caregivers of those living with Autism to gather information about how the state Legislature can best support research and assist communities and families.

Our Asperger's and Higher Functioning Autism Group is growing. Each month we seem to have new members walking through our doors. If you you or someone you know have the characteristics of Asperger's or High-Functioning Autism, we welcome you to our growing community.

Join us the third Thursday of each month. Contact Veronica Federiconi at 631-5777 ext 318 or email veronica@autisticservices.org for more information.

Langston Hughes Institute
25 High St.
Buffalo, NY 14203
Opening Reception: Saturday, July 5th 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Exhibit runs from July 5th - July 30th

Brodo
765 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222
Art Exhibit begins 8/4/08 - 8/24/08
Hours are: Monday through Thursday 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.

ASI's Lending Resource Library opened to the public in April, 2007. The Lending Resource Library is a place for the WNY Community to turn for information about Autism Spectrum Disorders. The demands for raising a child with autism oftentimes are great. Utilizing sensory items and occupational therapy tools can help the individual with autism learn to accept and tolerate the various sensory input one encounters throughout the day.

Our library maintains an inventory of the most popular and effective tools that families and professionals can borrow to try out with children before they purchase an item on their own. We also maintain a selection of books, professional journals, newsletters, videotapes, DVDs and music related to autism spectrum disorders. We stay informed on the latest materials available and strive to keep the library current.

Library hours are Tuesday and Thursday 3:00-4:30 pm or by appointment. We will have hours on Saturdays beginning in September - Check back for details.

Did you know that laughter is our body’s natural way of relieving stress?
It also fills your lungs and body with oxygen, could drop your blood pressure and will definitely lift your spirits, which improves your immune system.

Combine that with the gentle breathing and stretching principles of yoga and you have; Laughter Yoga!

Laughter Yoga combines simulated laughter and the intention of yoga that, when done in a group becomes genuine, side splitting laughter! To find out more about Laughter Yoga or to schedule a session contact Shaun Doyle at 631-5777 x363 or Rosie Pagana at 631-5777 x 371.

CASE provides opportunities for families of children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and the professionals in their lives to get the information, training, and support they need. CASE will help professionals and community recreation providers to offer supports for families they serve. CASE will also aid parents in effectively advocating for their child. To view the Summer 2008 training sessions, please click on the link below.

Click here to Download a brochure.