Welcome to the website for the Hamilton Chapter of Autism Ontario. Our chapter is committed to developing programming for children and adults who have Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as for their families. Our chapter relies mostly on funds raised locally. If you or someone you know would like to donate or hold a fundraiser for the Hamilton Chapter of Autism Ontario, please contact our office at:
Telephone and Fax: 905-628-1129
e-mail: hamilton@autismontario.com
30 King Street East, Suite 102
Dundas, ON L9H 5G6
Parent Support Group
Parents meet once a month to network and support one another. The meetings are held from September to June.
Next meeting date: Tuesday, June 23 2009
Place: Chedoke Presbyterian Church (Mohawk Road at Magnolia)
Free parking in the rear of the church.
Time: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Sibling Support Group
Siblings of children and adults with autism are invited to join our new group. The meetings will be held at the same time and place as the Parent Support Group in a separate room. Next meeting dates for 2009 to be announced.
Place: Chedoke Presbyterian Church (Mohawk Road at Magnolia)
Time: 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Young Adults with Asperger's Syndrome
A group for young adults, ages 18-30, who have Asperger's Syndrome. If you are interested in joining the group, please e-mail:
autismhamilton@gmail.com to set up an interview.
FUNDRAISERS
Golf Tournament - a very successful fundraiser with proceeds going to upcoming events, including our Winner's Circle Summer Camp. The fabulous Griffiths – Wayne and Gabe – make this event possible and work year round putting it together. For the past 2 years, Scotiabank has matched the funds raised by the golf tournament, making this our most successful fundraising event. We love Wayne and Gabe Griffiths and we love Scotiabank.
REEACH Awards - a special evening honouring outstanding Educational Assistants who work with children who have autism. Please click on "REEACH Awards" on the side bar for a list of award recipients. This will now be a bi-annual event (every 2 years). The next REEACH Awards will be held in 2010.