Community Autism Network (CAN) harnesses interdisciplinary university and community partnerships to promote: (1) world-class training and educational opportunities for members of the autism community, service providers, family members, faculty and students; (2) interprofessional research focused on the holistic health and inclusion of individuals with autism and their families across the lifespan; (3) supporting accessible, evidence-based services, activities, and information with and for the community.
APPOINTED DIRECTOR OF THE COMMUNITY AUTISM NETWORK AT FGCU
The mission of The Community Autism Network at FGCU is to integrate curated, evidence-based information from research into educational and clinical content, which informs the delivery of health and human services to individuals in our community with autism and/or other neurodiverse conditions, including intellectual disability, across the lifespan. The intent is to organize an interprofessional framework of disciplines representing faculty and team science focused on the application of psychoeducational strategies and community assets to improve the delivery of health and human services within this focal area. For more information please contact Dr. Annemarie Connor at aconnor@fgcu.edu
Dr. Annemarie Connor, CAN Director
A big thank you to the Everblades staff and team for welcoming over 150 guests of the Community Autism Network at FGCU to the March 12, 2021 Everblades vs. Stingrays game! Together FGCU and the Everblades “CAN” make SWFL a premiere autism-friendly community!
Putting Along the Spectrum Event Featured on WINK News
FGCU’s Occupational Therapy program, the Community Autism Network and the PGA Golf Management Program partner together for a Short-Game Golf Research Study. Its goal is to provide adults with autism education and skills to help them feel more comfortable and confident while golfing. Future Putting Along the Spectrum event dates include April 3rd,10th, 24th and May 1st, 2021. See flier below for more information.
Upcoming Events
Everblades vs. Stingrays
Friday, March 12th , 2021
Due to the immense support from the community we have unfortunately ran out of tickets..you are still welcome to buy tickets at the box office at Hertz Arena and join us for a fun night!
For inquires email Dr. Annemarie Connor at aconnor@fgcu.edu
Putting Along the Spectrum!
Main Day: Saturday, March 27th, 2021
FGCU Occupational Therapy, PGA Golf Management & The Community Autism Network invite you to a Short-Game Golf Research Study at Alico Family Golf!
For further information please contact fgcugulfexperience@gmail.com
Best Buddies Friendship Walk
Saturday, April 17th, 2021
CARE-a-Van to keep everyone safe in their cars, visiting multiple stations for fun give-aways.
Register at: www.bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org/southwestflorida
Conferencia Nacional Sobre Autismo
Dia: 10 De April 2021
La conferencia Promising Pathways es un evento colaborativo que brinda información actualizada sobre las mejores prácticas en el trastorno del espectro autista a educadores, profesionales de la salud, estudiantes, miembros de la familia y miembros de la comunidad interesados en aprender sobre el trastorno del espectro autista.
Registro Gratus: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/promising-pathways-14th-annual…
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Promising Pathways 14th Annual Virtual Conference on Autism
April 10th,2021
The Promising Pathways Conference is a collaborative event that provides current information on best practice in autism spectrum disorder to educators, health care professionals, students, family members, and community members interested in learning about autism spectrum disorder.
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/promising-pathways-14th-annual-virtual-conference-on-autism-registration-142909846197
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