AutismUp

20 years ago this month, AutismUp (formerly known as UNYFEAT) was incorporated. Today, AutismUp was honored to receive a very significant and very meaningful gift from B. Thomas Golisano to advance the work we are doing in upstate New York! We are more inspired, energized and motivated than ever to expand and enhance opportunities that improve quality of life for the thousands of families with autism we serve! Our hearts are full! Thank you for all the good you do for our community!!!! Golisano Foundation, Tom Golisano

AutismUp is #hiring! If you are interested in a brand new, innovative opportunity designed to unlock potential for adult participants in our Full Life Academy, apply now! https://lnkd.in/edi_7mSB

AutismUp is hiring!

Our top priority is to expand and innovate to serve more individuals and families in need. We've come far in 20 years, but the need for lifetime support is enormous. We must meet the demand for services that grow as our children grow up into adulthood. Living, leisure, learning, and earning are all critical areas we are poised and ready to address. As a grassroots, parent-led organization, we rely on community support to operate. Where will we be in 20 years without family and community involvement? Families rely on AutismUp programs and support, and we need everyone's help to ensure they remain available.?Imagine the possibilities we can create with your involvement! This is where your support becomes crucial. We have a monumental challenge to raise $100,000 towards our KiteFlite Fundraising Challenge by August 11, 2024, in honor of our 20th anniversary. A gift of any amount will go a long way in helping us achieve this goal and make a tangible impact on the lives of those affected by autism now.??Your immediate?support will help us expand programs and services for all ages?and lead a comprehensive housing analysis for individuals with autism and I/DD in Rochester. Please consider donating to a formed KiteFlite Team, or creating your own team to fundraise for AutismUp within your #Community and #Network https://lnkd.in/eSaW-X8z Your support is an investment in a more inclusive and supportive future for individuals with autism. #DonateToday #HelpFamiliesSOAR #CommunityStrong

LinkedIn Community, #InSearchOf AutismUp is in search of a Kite Pilot to decorate the skies of our upcoming Playground & Popsicles event on July 17th, from 6PM-7PM! We are looking to our community to help form #Connections. In AutismUp, Kites symbolize the need to always look UP! #LookUp to the opportunities, possibilities and commitment of autism and family services. Please help us in bringing this symbol to life at our upcoming event, and please direct any professional, experienced, and/or skilled Kite Pilots you may know in your network to: Fundraising & Events Manager, Amber - [email protected] #ThanksInAdvance #LetsConnect

AutismUp's 2024 KiteFlite Fundraiser is back! This years' theme.... THE AMAZING RACE! We heard from our families that they want more social and recreation opportunities, so we've obliged with a series of Summer Fun Days!?KiteFlite is not just one celebration, it's a full summer of fun and opportunity! Our Race to Raise $100,000 includes fun, free, family-friendly activities along the way, with special incentives for our AMAZING KiteFlite Race Teams, and Community! Your support is an investment in a more inclusive and supportive future for individuals with autism. Please participate in?KiteFlite: The Amazing Race?by forming a team on Givebutter (https://lnkd.in/eSaW-X8z) or donating to an active "race" team. Thank you for your continued belief in our mission. Your involvement with AutismUp is changing lives, one family at a time. #GetInvolved #CommunityOpportunity With heartfelt thanks and warm regards, Your friends at AutismUp For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e8-mH8pE

#HappyFathersDay from AutismUp: Hear One Fathers Story ??

AutismUp and its 3,700 member families are grateful to Tom Golisano's continued commitment?to the IDD community.?The announcement of his gift today, $50 million?to URMC to develop and build the new "Golisano Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Institute", provides hope that comprehensive medical care expanding throughout the lifespan for those living with IDD will soon become a reality.??This generous contribution solidifies our region's reputation as a leader in innovative and progressive care for those living with IDD.??Thank you, Mr. Golisano and The Golisano Foundation! https://lnkd.in/gKaagb9R

We are excited to introduce Alyssa, our new Social Skills Coordinator! Hear from Alyssa: "I?have been with AutismUp for the past 2 years fulfilling many different roles! I have been an Intern, Family Navigator, Facilitator, Support Coach, Intake Specialist, and I am now our first Social Skills Coordinator! I recently graduated in May with my Masters in Social Work from SUNY Brockport, and am excited to utilize the knowledge I have gained throughout my education with our wonderful participants. I am dedicated to helping you and your family succeed, and I can’t wait to get started!" Beginning next term, Alyssa will be facilitating both individual and group Social Skills Sessions! Examples of different social skills that can be included are life skills, play skills, emotional skills, conversation skills, and problem solving skills. #MeetTheTeam #BuildingBridges #Inclusion

Our Advocacy and Education Director Heather Burroughs, co-wrote this article regarding the housing and direct support crisis that individuals with autism, IDD, and their families are facing. Read up on how important it is to conduct our housing analysis and move forward; working together for individuals and families to have a bright future! Together, we can educate and empower our community #EducateandEmpower #HousingHero #CommunityStrong READ HERE: https://lnkd.in/e3irGThw