UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Kern Autism Network Presents- Asperger Syndrome/High Functioning Autism Support Group - Monthly parent/caregiver support group meetings at Kern County Superintendent of Schools Building at 1300 17th St., Bakersfield 93301.  Third Tuesday of each month September - May (no December meeting) from 6 -7:30 PM. This group offers a forum for families to share information and learn with other families in similar situations. Occasional guest speakers address specific issues as identified by support group participants. Meetings focus on concerns for pre-teens, teens and young adults.  Facilitator:  Holley Arbeit, M.A., Speech-Language Pathologist. For further information, call 661.204.8531 or 661.665.2800 X68.  Email contact: holley_arbeit@khsd.k12.ca.us *Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 19th. 

  • Kern Autism Network Presents- "Adults on the Spectrum-Monthly Support Group":  at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Building @ 1300 17th Street.  Topics will vary with discussions shared within a group setting.  This support group will meet once a month and will be approximately 1.5-2 hours in length from 10:00 a.m. till 11:30 a.m.  Each participant will need to be able to share and discuss within a group setting.  This support group is intended for adults on the spectrum 18 years and older, no children please.  To register call 661-588-4235 or kernautism@gmail.com We are also on FACEBOOK under Kern Autism Network.  *Next Meeting: Saturday, April 20th.
     

  • Kern Autism Network Presents- "NEW Family Autism Support Group"-  location the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Building @ 1300 17th Street.  Meeting will run from 6:00 p.m. till 7:30 p.m.  To attend, RSVP 588-4235 or email kernautism@gmail.com or find us on FACEBOOK under Kern Autism Network.  This workshop addresses different topics to help the entire family unit understand the needs of their child, grandchild, niece/nephew or loved one affected with autism.  **Next meeting, Tuesday, March 19, 2013.  Meetings have moved to a Tuesday.  Different topics and occasional guest speakers to present.  Topic: Panel of Adults on the Spectrum Speaking
  • Kern Autism Network-Autism Society Chapter Board of Directors Monthly Meeting- April 3rd from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Building Offices.
  • WORKSHOP FOR CHILDREN:  April is Autism Awareness Month! "Fun Social LEGO Workshop" Saturday, April 20th at the Kern County Superintendent of Schools Building 1300 17th Street and L Street.  Fee: FREE  Online registration is: http://autismsocietykernnetworklegowkshop.eventbrite.com  Doors open at 10:00 a.m. and workshop ends at Noon.  See weblink for further details and registration requirements.

Welcome to the Autism Society Chapter -Kern Autism Network

The Autism Society Chapter -Kern Autism Network (KAN) is a non-profit organization of parents, grandparents, professionals, and other individuals that have an interest in autism. Our mission statement sums up our goals:

"Autism Society Chapter-Kern Autism Network provides support, awareness, information and education to families, professionals and the public throughout Kern County. We work towards cooperation, coordination and the creation of services between individuals and agencies. We strive for the advocacy of research, education and inclusion for individuals challenged with autism."  Helping families and individuals with autism throughout the Kern County Area.


We have numerous support group meetings, an annual conference and workshops each year, with knowledgeable speakers on different aspects of dealing with autism. Our mission is to keep our families informed on the latest research, to learn more about autism spectrum disorders. We are a chapter affiliate of Autism Society of America, which is the original grassroots autism organization since the 1960's.

The National Autism Society of America homepage http://www.autism-society.org

California Department of Education: http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/

Kern Regional Center: www.kernrc.org/

Diagnostic Center of Northern California: http://www.dcn-cde.ca.gov/    

ARCA of California: http://arcanet.org/ 

Easter Seals: www.southerncal.easterseals.com/

Department of Developmental Services: http://www.dds.ca.gov  

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:  (661) 588-4235  (661) 342-6566

FAX: (661) 588-4235    Email: kernautism@gmail.com   FACEBOOK: Kern Autism Network
ASA Chapter-Kern Autism Network is a vendor through Kern Regional Center: 

Service Code 102    Vendor #P94073


-According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 out of every 88 U. S. children--has an autism spectrum disorder.
-The fastest growing developmental disability with 10-17% annual growth.
-In ten years, the expected annual cost of autism will be $200-400 billion
Source: Autism Society of America (http://www.autism-society.org)  For further information on Autism please visit, Autism Society of America site.
www.wrightslaw.com Parents, educators, advocates, and attorneys come to Wrightslaw for accurate, reliable information about special education law, education law, and advocacy for children with disabilities. 
Senate Select Committee on Autism & Related Disorders:  http://autism.senate.ca.gov/    
Autism Insurance Bill SB946: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/pub/11-12/bill/sen/sb_0901-0950/sb_946_cfa_20110908_150030_asm_comm.html
Medic Alert: http://www.medicalert.org  

MedicAlert Information With a MedicAlert medical ID, emergency responders, police and good Samaritans can quickly identify missing kids and connect them with MedicAlert 24/7 emergency response center to ensure they receive the emergency care they need and are reunited with loved ones. 

 

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