CFA will operate on a 2 hour delay on 2/13/24 due to the expected inclement weather
Current and former clients/families interested in learning more about the CAPS program training opportunities can click on the link below for additional information.
https://www.phillyautismproject.org/peer
CFA is pleased to announce that we are a recipient of the Eagles Autism Foundation grant. This grant allows us to enhance our gross motor facilities for our clients. We are very grateful of the partnership and wanted to thank the Eagles Autism Foundation.
The Center for Autism, a PHMC subsidiary, is hosting a free training for behavioral consultants administered by the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute. Attendees can earn [3] LCSW/LPC/LMFT CEUs.
This training, taking place at 4601 Market Street from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, February 12, will most directly benefit behavioral consultants in Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA). Attendees who would like [3] LCSW/LPC/LMFT CEUs will be charged a $35 processing fee.
Naturalistic approaches to behavioral intervention for autism are designed to address the learning needs of young children on the autism spectrum by embedding learning opportunities in everyday routines and real-life contexts.
Attendees will hear from two experts at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute – Giacomo Vivanti, PhD, Associate Professor, and Mackenzie Schuler, Senior Behavior Therapist Team Lead – about practices and research on naturalistic ABA approaches across a variety of targets and outcomes, with a focus on supporting skill acquisition and functional analysis.
Learn more about this in-person training and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-training-behavioral-interventions-using-a-naturalistic-approach-registration-796837521477
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. The Lifeline is comprised of a national network of more than 200 local crisis centers, combining custom local care and resources with national standards and best practices.
The Lifeline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States. It provides support in both English and Spanish. The average speed for a call to be answered is approximately 45 seconds, providing those in need with quick access to support.
With the CDC reporting notable increases in suicide rates in the US in 2021 and 2022, resources like the 988 Lifeline are a critical source of support for those experiencing suicidality and other crises.
According to a report published by KFF News, since the launch of the Lifeline in July 2022 through May 2023, 988 has received almost 5 million contacts. Of these, nearly 1 million were from the Veteran’s Crisis Line – a part of 988 – with the rest consisting of 2.6 million calls, more than 740,000 chats, and 600,000 texts.
Visit 988lifeline.org to learn more.
For additional mental health resources, view PHMC’s mental health programs.
April is Autism Acceptance Month, and the Center for Autism is pleased to host several inclusive experiences in safe spaces for families in our programs. Learn about this month’s events below, and we hope you’ll join us!
2801 Grant Ave: Monday, April 17th from 2-7 p.m.
4601 Market Street: Wednesday April 26th from 2-7 p.m.
Our friends at Ausome Cutz will stop by both our locations, giving free haircuts for children in CFA programs. They’ll also take photos of kids’ fresh new looks! Ronald and Monique’s inclusive mobile barber shop specifically serves the Autistic community. Understanding that sometimes a haircut isn’t just a haircut, Ausome Cutz creates a sensory-friendly, enjoyable, and safe environment for kids and their families.
Follow Ausome Cutz on instagram at @ausomecutz and Facebook at @AusomeCutz.
Friday, April 21st at 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, April 22nd at 9 a.m. and 12 p.m.
At the Center for Autism, 4601 Market Street
We’re happy to welcome Philly Children’s Theatre to CFA! Season’s Magical Adventures, a sensory play created for and with young people with disabilities. This event is a fun opportunity to experience new arts and culture in a familiar environment.
Philly Children’s Theatre is a touring theatre for young audiences, offering free, live, family-friendly performances for children ages 18 months to 12 years. Learn more: phillychildrenstheatre.org.
Tuesday, April 25th from 5:30 – 7 p.m. on Zoom
Together with fellow PHMC subsidiary Turning Points for Children, CFA and Strengthening Families presents “Living with Autism,” a panel discussion comprised of young adults from our CFA programs, with questions coming from topics that have come up in their sessions.
Register to view this virtual panel discussion on Zoom: https://phmc-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvfuyprD0uH9ZTN_CBX-w1h_tvyg1-gQkf
For questions, contact Shawn Woods at SWoods@phmc.org or Danyielle Lambert at 215.341.6998.
Donate Toys to Children with ASD this Holiday Season
The Center for Autism’s 2022 Holiday Giving Program
We invite you to make this holiday season special for the children and families we serve by helping us give a gift to the children in our programs. In addition to caring for a child with autism, over 70% of the families we serve live in poverty. We hope that you, your co-workers, family, and friends will participate!
Amazon or Monetary Donations
The Social Competency team has curated a list of toys we know our kids will absolutely love! If you are interested in donating a toy, please visit the following website to see our Amazon Wish List:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/NE13L4YLS38U?ref_=wl_fv_le
Items will be sent directly to the Center. If you would like to make a monetary donation, please contact Morgan Segal at 215-695-4311 or msegal@cfa.phmc.org. We request that donations are received no later than Thursday, December 15, 2022.
Host a Toy Drive / Donate Toys
Each holiday season, the Center gives each child in our programs a present. Each toy is hand selected for that child, wrapped and given to them when Santa comes to visit. For many, this may be one of very few gifts that they receive. As we have over 400 children in our programs, your support in donating a toy or hosting a toy drive is extremely appreciated. If you would like to host a drive, we can provide you with materials to help in your collection efforts. We kindly request that your toy donations meet the criteria outlined as follows:
– New & unwrapped toys, games, books & activities
– Boys & girls
– Ages 2 through 16 years old
– Due to allergies, no stuffed animals please
Make a Monetary Donation
Restricted donations designated to the Holiday Giving Program will help us purchase additional toys so that all of the children will receive a gift. Checks can be made payable to The Center for Autism re: Holiday Giving Program and mailed to The Center for Autism, 4601 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19139. We also accept credit card donations over the phone by calling 215-878-3400 or online at www.thecenterforautism.org/donate.
You can make a difference in the lives of individuals with Autism and their families and grow as a part of our family!
The Center for Autism is the country’s oldest Autism-specific treatment provider, and we are committed to providing the highest quality services to individuals of all ages. Our programs utilize evidence-based, relationally focused, individualized, family-centered, naturalistic, developmentally based interventions to support meaningful and sustained growth and success for each person and family that we work with.
We offer:
We have openings for full-time positions at both locations:
Headquarters
4601 Market Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
Northeast Philadelphia
2801 Grant Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19114
CFA has moved its Headquarters!
The 3905 Ford Road location has now been moved to 4601 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19139.
Effective as of 08.26.2022
Like so many across our City, the Center for Autism is outraged by the terrible fatal shooting of Walter Wallace, Jr. Mr. Wallace’s death at the hands of police and in front of his family and neighbors was a tragedy that should have been prevented. The anguish felt across our region in the aftermath of his death underscores that change and forward progress are so badly needed. This heartbreaking event also makes one thing clear: the need for additional mental health services especially in moments of crisis.
Action is needed. Our response is clear:
We care deeply about the safety, security and physical and mental wellness of our employee and participant family. We see you, we acknowledge these many emotions and perspectives, and we are here to support you all in the days and weeks to come.
We are committed to listening, learning and discussing as we prioritize our diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, and ensure a safe and supportive space for everyone we touch with our work.
Public Health Management Corporation (PHMC), a nonprofit public health institute that creates and sustains healthier communities, acquired The Center for Autism on February 4, 2020.
The Center for Autism is an equal opportunity employer & service provider.
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