South Carolina Autism Society
Advocate, Engage and Inspire
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Information and Referral
Family Support and Advocacy/Information and Resources:
Family Support and Advocacy is the cornerstone program of our agency. In 1972, families from around the state came together looking for support and formed the South Carolina Autism Society (SCAS). SCAS provides information about autism to members of the community. Other efforts to keep families informed of supports available include: The Update, an electronic quarterly newsletter
The annual conference held each fall. The conference features both national and regional figures in the autism community.Dedicated staff person to assist families in navigating the service system and finding other resources.
The overall goal of our family support effort is to empower individuals with autism and their family members to become effective advocates for improved services and programs. There is a local need for advocacy to improve schools and availability of services.
Parent School Partnership
The Parent-School
Partnership Project (PSP) is designed to assist children with autism to reach
their maximum potential in the educational system. The program strives to build
collaboration between parents and schools recognizing that both are essential
partners in the child’s education. Parent Mentors are available throughout the
state to assist schools and parents build strong positive relationships through
the Individual Education Plan process.
Case Management
In October 2003, SCAS was approved as a qualified provided by the Department of Disabilities and Special Needs to provide case management for individuals eligible for services from DDSN and who has an autism spectrum disorder. Case management is designed to help
the individual with autism and their family find develop goals and objectives and to map a course on how to achieve them. The case manager assist families in finding qualified service providers, monitor those services and be a resource to help the individual achieve their goals and dreams.
Trainings and Workshops
Workshops: SCAS holds regional and mini-series trainings on specific topics or treatment options. We strive to present information on research-based practices for families and professionals. We are currently assessing other trainings available throughout the state concerning autism spectrum disorders.
First Responder Training:
First Responder Training is an awareness and training program designed to prevent the occurrence of serious injury, trauma or inappropriate arrest which may result from encounters between individuals with autism and Emergency Response Personnel during emergency or critical situations. The goal of this program is to create an atmosphere of understanding among public safety personnel with the hope that unfortunate situations can be avoided.
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Operations
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South Carolina Autism Society
Board of directorsas of 11/03/2021
Ms. Becky Hughes
Retired, Aiken County School District
Term: 2014 - 2018
Mr. Randall Sisam
K.W. Commercial
Term: 2014 - 2018
Denise Chastain
Retired
Kelly Nash
WCOS Radio Station
Nina Saini
Student
Joyce NielseN
Retired