We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for those living with Autism Spectrum Disorder and the families that care for them.
Our History
Founded in 2017, we are the area’s first autism resource center located in the south/southwest region of Pittsburgh. Our mission is to enhance the lives of the autism community by providing training, resources, advocacy and support.
Our Vision
We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for those living with ASD and the families that care for them. We will provide access to advocacy, training, resources, and support. Partnering with local businesses, to engage the community to promote awareness, acceptance, and inclusion.
Our Mission
To provide direct, helpful resource information for individuals and families
To educate about autism - especially for schools, community groups and other non-profit organizations
To support the needs of the community in group formats, including discussion groups and social events
To provide advocacy services, including court testimony
Support Services
Support Groups
We are here for you
We are here for you
Informative discussion groups will be held at various locations throughout Southwestern PA to those seeking support meetings. Staff will coordinated the meetings and provided educational sessions and informational support to those who need it.
We are here for you
We are here for you
We are here for you
We understand what the feeling of receiving the first diagnosis or just navigating the system. We are committed to supporting families, training businesses and providing support.
Advocacy
We are here for you
Advocacy
Autism Caring Center Staff will act as advocates to promote inclusion and best practices. Staff will accompany parents and individuals at IEP meetings, court proceedings and meetings in other community settings such as employment meetings.
Training
Our new Autism Caring Center
Advocacy
Autism training will be offered to schools, businesses and community groups who will request this service. Training will be performed by the staff of the Autism Caring Center. This training will increase awareness and knowledge of the participants and enable them to better respond to the needs of the autism community
Social Opportunities
Our new Autism Caring Center
Our new Autism Caring Center
Family activities will be held at various locations, throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania. Our goal is to bring families together to socialize and share experiences.
Events will be offered for participation of all age groups and be offered free of charge.
Our new Autism Caring Center
Our new Autism Caring Center
Our new Autism Caring Center
Our center is now open and hosting events of all kinds to help bring families and individuals on the autism spectrum together. We will be hosting events with educational opportunities, fun meet and greet events for parents, teens, and children, as well as events in the community to bring families together.
Upcoming Events
Open House
Girls Night Out
Girls Night Out
Come hang out and get out of the house.
Thursday, January 27th
6:00- 8:00 PM
Girls Night Out
Girls Night Out
Girls Night Out
Join us to make a Valentine's Day Lantern. We will enjoy pizza too!
Gluten free options will be available.
Ages 12 and up
Saturday, February 5th at 6:30PM
Please Register
LEGO Day
Girls Night Out
Lunch And Learn with Kona Ice
Let your imagination soar and come build with us!
Bring your own or use ours.
All ages welcome
Saturday, February 12th at 11 AM
Please Register
Lunch And Learn with Kona Ice
Lunch And Learn with Kona Ice
Lunch And Learn with Kona Ice
Join us as Heather Waters gives us a tour of her Kona Ice Truck and talks about working on the truck.
Learn about Job opportunities that she has available.
Ages 16 and up would be interested in this lunch provided.
10 spots available.
Saturday, February 19th at 12 PM
Please Register
Teen Night
Lunch And Learn with Kona Ice
Think Spring Craft
Open to Boys and Girls.
Come hang out share interests and meet others
Friday, February 25 at 6:00 PM
Please Register
Think Spring Craft
Lunch And Learn with Kona Ice
Think Spring Craft
Stained glass is a colorful way to let your art shine on!
Ages 8 and up
March 5th at 10 AM
Please Register
Mother's Day Retreat and Conference Registration
Please complete the registration form to register and receive details regarding this event.
To become a speaker at the Mother's Day Retreat and Conference, please sign up below
Please complete the Speaker form and we will follow up with you.
Win a Wine Cellar Registration
Read more about our great services and our upcoming event, Summer Fade Away Festival. https://www.inspiringlivesmagazine.com/society-spotlight/autism-caring-center-supports-greater-pittsburgh-through-advocacy-support-resources-and-more/
Help Support our cause
$20.00
Your support and generous donation will enable us to meet our goals and continue to fund our mission.