Community Autism Network - Health and Human Services

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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.

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CAN Supports the Children of Ukraine

https://ukraine.savethechildren.net/

Events

Join us for our recurring game night.

When: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month.

Time: 6pm to 8pm Location: Marieb Hall 203

RSVP using the QR Code located on the flyer.

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ASSET Program

When: Spring Semester

Where: FGCU

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Sensory-Friendly Yoga

When: Fall and Spring Semester

Time: 5 pm - 6 pm Location: Campus Rec

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EPASS Program

When: Summer Semester

Where: FGCU

Email aconnor@fgcu.edu

Past Events

CAN Grow at Southern Farms
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See Me Playgroup
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A Virtual Seat at the Table
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PEPSA Professional Development
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Promising Pathways Conference
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Social Skills Training
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Storytime
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Movie Night: Autism Goes to College
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GIVE TO CAN HERE

On the “Designation” tab, hit the down arrow and select Community Autism Network

CAN at FGCU in the Media

FGCU in Focus: Special Olympics Young Athletes Program
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CAN at FGCU's Special Olympics Young Athletes Summer Program was highlighted as part of the "FGCU in Focus" series that features various members of the campus community. The free 4-week program was designed for children with developmental differences including autism, either with or without intellectual challenges between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. The program took place at the Little Eagles Learning Center. The young athletes engaged in structured games and activities that was lead by students and faculty from FGCU's Occupational and Physical Therapy programs.

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Florida Weekly
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Florida Gulf Coast University recently launched two new programs that offer services to students with autism spectrum disorder. The Community Autism Network is specifically for people with ASD, while the Soaring Eagle Academy offers college coursework to individuals with intellectual disabilities, who might have ASD as well. The Community Autism Network at FGCU launched in January. Dr. Annemarie Connor, an assistant professor who teaches occupational therapy in the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, heads CAN as the director of an interdisciplinary team of professors from throughout the university. She’s also a community advocate.
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We’re here to answer your questions.

430 Marieb Hall
10501 FGCU Boulevard South
Fort Myers, Florida 33965

Dr. Annemarie Connor: (239) 590-7552 or

(239) 590-7550