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          • The Scott Chernack Family Fund
        • Latest News
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          • Calendar of Events
          • Support & Social Groups
          • Bingo Fundraiser
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          • Walk & 5K Run
          • Bags and Beers Cornhole Tournament
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          Oct232019

          Effective Advocacy: Four Mistakes Parents Make

          Parent to Parent TipsBy Brad JobmannOctober 23, 2019

          by Wrightslaw Effective parent advocates avoid these four mistakes.

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          Sep172019
          10-special-ed-“back-to-school”-readiness-questions

          10 Special Ed “Back To School” Readiness Questions

          Autism Resources, HCPSS Dept. of Special EducationBy ssommervilleSeptember 17, 2019

          essay writing help online It’s “back to school” time!  While many of my clients receive Extended School Year (ESY) services over the summer, I have learned over the years in…

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          Apr272019

          Pieces of the Puzzle Gala – 2019

          Pieces of the Puzzle GalaBy Brad JobmannApril 27, 2019

          14th Annual Pieces of the Puzzle Gala The Autism Society of Maryland invites you to attend its 14th Annual Pieces of the Puzzle Gala!  Once again, this year’s event, is held in…

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          Apr122019

          Pieces of the Puzzle Gala – 2015

          Pieces of the Puzzle GalaBy Brad JobmannApril 12, 2019

          2015 Pieces of the Puzzle Gala At Our 10th Annual Pieces of the Puzzle Gala presented by the Autism Society of Maryland in partnership with the John P. Hussman Foundation…

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          Apr112019

          Gala Ticket Sales End 4/15 at Midnight!

          NewsBy Melissa RosenbergApril 11, 2019

          Ticket sales for the AUSOM 14th Annual Pieces of the Puzzle GROOVY 70’s Gala end at midnight on April 15th!  CLICK to purchase yours today!

          Mar282019

          CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR MADHU THIBAUDEAU

          NewsBy Melissa RosenbergMarch 28, 2019

          Thank you to everyone for your kind words and support this past week. The Thibaudeau family will host Madhu’s Celebration of Life on April 6th from 4-8pm here at AUSOM…

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          Mar262019

          April is Autism Awareness Month!

          NewsBy Melissa RosenbergMarch 26, 2019

          Our theme this year is INCLUSION with beautiful artwork above created for us by AUSOM member and artist Jayce Johnson! Throughout this month, AUSOM will be out in the community,…

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          Feb192019

          Weather-related cancellation and rescheduled workshop!

          NewsBy Melissa RosenbergFebruary 19, 2019

          Due to the weather forecast, our 2/20 Brown Bag Workshop has been rescheduled for 2/27, noon-1:30pm at HCAS.  The Mom’s Night Out at Cured has been canceled but will be…

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          Feb52019

          CLICK for 2019 GALA TICKETS!

          NewsBy Melissa RosenbergFebruary 5, 2019

          Tickets to the AUSOM 14th Annual Pieces of the Puzzle Gala — this year with a GROOVY 70’s Theme! –  are now on sale!  CLICK to purchase online! 

          Feb42019
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          Parent Tips: Riding a Special Needs Bus

          NewsBy Melissa RosenbergFebruary 4, 2019

          Keeping students safe on a special needs bus is everyone’s responsibility–from bus drivers and attendants to parents and teachers. Learn what can parents can do to help ensure students are…

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          There is a place for every person with autism in our world—a place of value and a place of worth. Much of the work undertaken by our organization is directed toward raising awareness and educating the general public about the complexities of autism.

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            9770 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 308
            Columbia, MD 21046
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          During inclement weather, AUSOM follows the decision of the Howard County Public School System closing schedule. We encourage you to call in advance of your visit, 410-290-3466.

          The Autism Society of Maryland is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide support, promote awareness and advocate for change on behalf of individuals with autism, their families and community. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Our tax identification number is 52-1857712.

          The Autism Society of Maryland is federally funded with $440,000 over two years (27.5%percent). Additionally, $1,160,000 (72.5% percent) is financed by non-federal sources.

          990 (2023) | 501(c)(3) | Options Policy AUSOM does not endorse any individual provider or treatment for autism per the AUSOM Options Policy.
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