Conner's Team will be reuiniting agan on April 25th to raise autism awareness and to fundraise in support of the Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts . We will be walking and running 5k in the 10th annual Community Walk for Autism Awareness.
Conner was diagnosed with autism on December 27, 2000. We are grateful for the support of our friends, family neighbors. Conner's Team was formed in April of 2002. Its mission is to support children with autism and their families. This goal is pursued by promoting awareness of autism and through fundraising efforts to support waeducation and programs for families challenged by autism.
The Autism Resource Center of Central Massachusetts serves as an information and referral service for children and families in Central Massachusetts affected by disorders within the Autism Spectrum; Autism, PDD NOS and Asperger's.
Specifically it offers support to families of children with autism in form of family support, educational support and recreational opportunities.
Highlights include: summer and school vacation day camps and family fun activities; a lending library; support groups for parents, siblings and family members; networking opportunities; Educational workshops and other training.
Most services are offered to families at little or no cost. To find out more about the center, click on the link to the left.
To walk or run with Conner's Team please email us at Steve.Ploof@nypro.com or PloofEE@comcast.net.
Thank you for your support of Conner and other children and their families facing the challenges of autism.
Please find our walking teammates at www.firstgiving.com/ConnersTeam2010