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Autism & UF Conference, Employment Boot Camp, & More! ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
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A message from our Director
April was Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month - a time that holds a special place in our hearts. We want to express our gratitude to all the incredible organizations that recognized this important month and sponsored events to raise awareness and acceptance. This month is always the busiest for us at UF CARD, but it is also the most exhilarating as we have the chance to connect with constituents across our catchment area.
We are overwhelmed with appreciation for the immense generosity shown by the students of Impact Autism and the members of Gator Bowman. Impact Autism organized the Stomp the Swamp fitness event in March, where we witnessed incredible dance and song performances, and had the pleasure of taking pictures with Albert and Alberta. Participants were then invited to walk or run the stadium steps or take laps around the stadium loop - it was a wonderful event.
And in April, the Gator Bowman hosted the first ever Archers for Autism Charity Shoot, drawing spectators from all over to witness the impressive shots, enjoy a delicious lunch, and bid on silent auction items. The dedication and passion shown by these organizations is truly amazing. Thanks to their donations, and the support from our community as a whole, we can expand our efforts to provide more families with safety boxes, visual supports, and financial assistance to attend the statewide CARD Conference. Your unwavering dedication inspires us to carry out our mission.
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to our community. Your involvement truly makes a difference, and we are grateful for every effort made to support UF CARD and our constituents. Be sure to follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter to stay current on upcoming events, hear success stories, and find out how you can get involved.
Thank you!
Ann-Marie Orlando, PhD, CCC-SLP/A
Director, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
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Employment Boot Camp
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We are offering a four-day Employment Boot Camp for adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and related disabilities (RD). The schedule of activities for the Boot Camp is designed to facilitate the development of professional and personal goals toward employment. Monday, June 24, 2024 through Thursday, June 27, 2024
9:00AM – 4:00PM
Gainesville
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Autism & UF Conference 2024
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This FREE two-day conference will consist of a series of sessions on a variety of topics related to current research and intervention in the field of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). June 28 & 29, 2024
Gainesville We have space for Poster Presenters & Vendors! If interested, please see conference details.
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Call for Artists & Performers
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Are you a CARD Constituent who wants to showcase your talents? Then submit your application for Celebrating Autism in the Arts which will be held in Gainesville on Saturday, June 29, 2024!
Open to artists & performers of all types: Visual Artists, Photographers, Sculptors, Actors, Dancers, Jewelry Artists, Musicians, Magicians, Comics…
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Embracing Autism in the Workplace
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Part 1: Beyond Accommodations
This presentation is designed for employers and focuses on autism in the workplace
Part 2: Strategies for Advocating Your Needs in the Workplace
This presentation is a must-attend for those seeking to navigate the workplace successfully while embracing their neurodiversity.
Thursdays
May 9 & 23, 2024
6:00PM – 7:30PM
ONLINE
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Autism and Minority Populations
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Join us for this session to learn about how autism affects minority families and what professionals can do to ensure they are meeting the needs of their minority clients. June 13, 2024 ***NEW DATE***
6-7pm
ONLINE
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Fishing for Autism
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The University of Florida’s Fishing for Success (FFS) program is hosting a special Fishing for Autism event on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the UF Fishing Ponds located at 7922 NW 71st St. in Gainesville.
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Find us at these community events!
05/24/24 Migrant Resource Fair (Ocala)
06/07/24 Literacy Family Night (Gainesville)
07/20/24 Elks Lodge Splash Day (Gainesville)
07/24/24 2024 Disability Awareness Expo (Gainesville)
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We want your feedback!
Our goal is to support our constituents, families, and professionals in the best way we can. Part of that process is gathering feedback on our work. Please take a moment to answer 6 questions about your recent experience working with CARD.
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Donate to UF CARD
Center for Autism Fund 008483
Donations to UF CARD help us provide the following to individuals of all ages with autism spectrum disorder: • Safety Boxes • Golf Clinic Scholarships • Scholarships to the Statewide Annual CARD Conference • Support Groups for Individuals with ASD and their families • Books for our Ralph G. Maurer Memorial Lending Library • Visual Supports • Employment Bootcamp • Celebrating Autism in the Arts Annual Event • and more!
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UF CARD Contact Information
If you know someone in need of UF CARD services, please direct them to the
UF CARD registration page or have them call 352-265-2230. University of Florida
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
4101 NW 89th Boulevard
Gainesville, FL 32606
card-info@ufl.edu
1-800-9-AUTISM
352-265-2230
www.card.ufl.edu
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Counties Served by UF CARD
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Alachua, Bradford, Citrus, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Hamilton, Hernando, Lafayette, Levy, Marion, Putnam, Suwannee, Union All CARD services are FREE OF CHARGE.
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