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April 2009


Holly Faust, Vice President & Susan Colόn, CEO and Founder, Autism Advocacy Organization

Another wonderful event this year.
On this, the 5th Annual Autism Advocacy Organization Autism Event we have much to celebrate and be grateful for at this exciting time in Autism Awareness.

As Holly and I planned this years event we were amazed at how the needs of the children and families once again were going to be blessed.

140 people enjoyed an evening of support, resources, food as they
joined together to support Individuals with an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Thank you Holly for your continued support and friendship- you are awesome!
I knew there was a reason God brought Chuck Ardo, Press Secretary to Governor Rendell,  into my path during the Governor's tour, but it was not until the night of the Autism Event that it would be clear what it was.
Chuck is the proud father of a son with Asperger's who was not diagnosed until he was in his twenties.  Chuck shared with tears, his experience and joys of their journey.
Initially parents may have thought they were going to hear just another political speech, but what Chuck gave them was a story which included hope and success as he spoke of his wonderful son and their relationship and what lives can be where their is hope and love.


Chuck Ardo and Susan Colón.

More than 50 children and their siblings enjoyed playing in the
sensory friendly environments which were supported by CSIU professionals.  All children in attendance enjoyed play and fun and
were given a new children's book of their choice.

The cookies were also a big hit with them!
   
Autism Awareness- CSIU for their continued support of the Annual Autism Event and their work in improving the education of others working in the field everyday, with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
Autism Education -Dr.  Vikas Passi, Family Practice Center for his support in educating parents and others by providing Autism trainings.
Autism Acceptance- Master's Abers & Fletcher,
Sil Lum Chuan Fa Kung Fu, Milton and Sunbury YMCA for their acceptance of working with children of all abilities using compassion and understanding.

We thank those awarded this year and all of those who continue to support Autism Awareness, Education and Promote Awareness - Thank You.