PROGRAMS & SERVICES
CAMP TWO-CAN
Training for Early Diagnosis of Autism In collaboration with the CARD conference, PALS provided training in the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), the “gold-standard” diagnostic tool for assessing children and adults with autism spectrum disorders. Over 50 Florida professionals attended this training, enhancing the number of trained evaluators across the PALS region as well as the rest of the state.
Conference Scholarships to attend the CARD Annual Conference and other local conferences to enhance education.
Summer Institute Training. In conjunction with Orange County Schools, a seven day summer Autism Institute for teachers and educational professionals .
FAMILY SUPPORT & EVENTS
Skate Jam -an annual interactive autism awareness event that provides demonstration and skateboard lessons to children with ASD and their siblings.
Sibshops-provide a safe, open environment for borthers and sisters of individuals with ASD, ages 5-15, to have a unique fun experience with others just like them.
Sisters' Club -is designed for typical sisters of children with ASD who often find themselves in more responsible and mature roles than other girls their age. This is their chance to meet and hang out and have some girl fun all by themselves. The club meets monthly during the school year.
Modern Teen - is designed for adolescents and young adults with ASD to practice social, work and self-advocacy skills in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.
Knight PALS - a college club that includes individuals with ASD 18 and over to attend community events with peers.
YOUTH PALS - see YOUTH PALS page
Family Fun Days-ole' fashion family fun and games. Look for dates and locations throughout Central Florida in the spring and fall.Events may include picnics with games and fun for all, movies, bowling, ice-skating or miniature golf.
If you would like a program started in your county call us at 407-255-PALS today.
