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October Happenings with Autism Tennessee

Family Fun Event

Nashville Sounds Suites-n-Treats


The Nashville Sounds have invited Autism Tennessee to participate in their inaugural Suites-n-Treats on October 28th, 2015. The Sounds understand that not all children get to experience the wonders of going trick or treating and would like to help these children celebrate the joyous occasion of Halloween!
The time dedicated to Autism Tennessee will be decided based on the number of people who RSVP. Due to anticipated turnout, this event is open to members only (to join click here). If you would like to participate, register here by noon on October 21st. 

Preds Tickets- Members Only

If you are a member interested in receiving free Predators tickets through their Give & Go program, email admin@autismtn.org to be added to the list.
Upcoming games:
October 20th @ 7:00 pm
October 22nd @ 7:00 pm

EDUCATION

Adult Orientation - Thursday, October 15, 2015
Adult Orientations are two-hour informational sessions about autism spectrum disorders conducted by an autism specialist and an adult with autism. This Orientation is most helpful for adults who have or suspect an autism diagnosis who are seeking resources and support in order to understand and manage their autism diagnosis as well as those who want to connect to others in the autism community.
Click here for more information. Click here to register.
Second Helping Orientation - Thursday, October 15, 2015
As a follow-up to our bi-monthly Autism Orientation, Autism Tennessee is happy to provide a Second Helping Orientation series. This event goes more in depth about what we do not have time to cover in our Autism Orientation. An autism professional will discuss evidence-based practices for treating autism and review commonly used terminology.
Click here for more information. Click here to register. 
Orientation - Thursday November 5, 2015
Autism Orientations are two-hour informational sessions on autism and other pervasive developmental disorders conducted by an autism specialist and a parent of a child with autism.This orientation is for parents of both newly-diagnosed and previously-diagnosed children, grandparents, educators, psychologists, pediatricians and other medical professionals, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, early interventionists, other service providers, and anyone interested in learning more about autism spectrum disorders.
Click here for more information. Click here to register.

WORKSHOPS 

October 22  

Autism & ADHD with Dr. Brett Shapiro- Click here to register. 
Person-Centered Planning for Transition from High School with John Shouse/Sharon Bottorff- Click here to register. 

November 12 
The Interaction Between Autism and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) with Dr. Shawn Stewart- Click here to register. 
Connect. Empower. Change.- Bullying Prevention in Our Schools with - Matt Gress, STARS  Click here to register.  

LOCAL RESOURCES


We have trained thirty-seven new County Contacts! We have also restructured our regions. Click on the map to find out who your county's contacts are!

CALENDAR

FAMILY FUN EVENT
Nashville Sounds Suites-n-Treats October 28th 
Thank you for everyone who came out to Gentry's Farm last weekend! Pictures below! 
SAVE THE DATE!
Pieces of Hope 2016
-Saturday, April 23, 2016

Announcing: Sensory Friendly Films at Regal Cinemas Opry Mills & IMAX!!

Select Saturday Mornings at 10:30 am.  Tickets are $6.50 – price includes tax
October 24th – Pan – (non 3D)
November 21st – The Peanuts Movie – (non-3D)
December 12th – The Good Dinosaur – (non 3D)
Donate

WAYS TO SUPPORT 

Make a Donation
Mail: Autism Tennessee. 955 Woodland St. Nashville, TN 37206
AmazonSmile 
When you shop at AmazonSmile, Amazon donates 0.5% of the purchase price to Autism Tennessee!  At no cost to you! Bookmark this link and support us every time you shop. 
Kroger Community Rewards
When you shop at Kroger, Autism Tennessee can earn up to $300 per household quarterly. You have to log on and select Autism Tennessee every year. Click here to learn more!

CONTACT US

P: (615) 385-2077  |  F: (615) 383-1176  |  T: (866) 508-4987  |  E: support@autismtn.org

Office Hours

Mon-Thurs 10 am - 3 pm (Open Late Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm)
Additional hours available by appointment.
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