AZ ASSIST
A community of families of teens and young adults on the autism spectrum where self-advocacy and independence are promoted and encouraged.
We have a great group of autistic adults who mentor our youth and a variety of professionals who generously share their time and expertise. Monthly meetings to explore transition issues, as well as social events in the community, provide opportunities for parents and youth to establish a community of support. Join us as we learn about transition, share our experiences, celebrate our successes and support each other on the journey to independence.
- Browse our Facebook page for additional information and community events! Job fairs, apprenticeships, career exploration, job shadowing and other employment-related opportunities are listed every week.
- Check out our Calendar to discover what we have planned.
- GPS (Guide to Public Services) – Let us guide you to the services you need and even help you through the application process. Whether you are a teen, young adult or the parent of someone on the autism spectrum, we want to help! We can help answer questions about: AHCCCS, Employment, DDD, SNAP Benefits (Food Stamps), Housing, Transportation, SSI/SSDI, Vocational Training, Social Activities, Therapies, Empowerment Scholarships and more!
Contact
Did you know that AZ ASSIST has a Guide to Public Services Coordinator to answer your questions on transition topics such as SSI, guardianship, VR, housing, and more?
Contact Lynne Knudson at:
info@azassist.com
480-779-0899
Monthly Social Event for teens and young adults ages 14+
March Social Event
Saturday, 03/16/19, 3 - 5 PM
Games U
1550 N Stonehenge Dr #102
Gilbert, AZ 85234
Directions
This event is FREE and is for ages 14+, this event is NOT for children. There will be games, snacks, friends and fun! Come and play games and enjoy making friends!
Register before March 15th so we know how much food to buy.
Parents are welcome to drop off their youth and head out for a couple of hours!
SAVE THE DATE
April Social Event:
April is Bowling!
Meetings
Join us for our monthly meetings in the East and West Valley, where Teens and Young Adults socialize, play games and hang out.
Fee for all teens and young adults is $5.00 – cash preferred. Snacks and drinks are provided. No charge for parents, caregivers, guests and professionals.
First-timers: Please download & complete the appropriate Participant Form for each attendee and bring them to the meeting.
East Valley
3rd MONDAY of each month
Excluding July & December
Calendar
Redemption Church Campus
2150 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
Directions
West Valley
1st THURSDAY of each month
Excluding July & January
Calendar
Peoria Community Center
8335 W. Jefferson Street
Peoria, AZ 85345
Directions
Upcoming Meetings
EAST Valley - March 2019
03/18/19 - 7:00PM - 9:00PM
Redemption Church Campus
2150 East Southern Avenue
Tempe, AZ 85282
Directions
Speaker
Margaret Corcoran & Edd Schommer, Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
DDD Employment & Eligibility
This presentation will focus on all of the employment opportunities that DDD offers as well as discuss DDD eligibility requirements for teens through adulthood.
Come with your questions and they will do their best to answer them.
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
April: Josh Thompson, Mosaic
May: Brittaney Chipley, ABLE Accounts
June: BE SAFE Interactive Screening
West Valley - MARCH 2019
03/07/19 - 6:30PM - 8:30PM
Peoria Community Center
8335 W Jefferson St
Peoria, AZ 85345
Directions
Speaker
Cynthia Macluskie, BE SAFE INTERACTIVE SCREENING