Autism Support Network

Posted on: 04/07/2008

Complete Children’s Health has a proud record of helping families whose children have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. To that end, we have been the driving force towards the development of an Autism Family Network for families in Lincoln and surrounding communities. The first meeting of Autism Family Network took place in September of 2006.

Currently we are planning bi-monthly get-togethers where families and parents can meet and hear interesting speakers on variety of topics relevant to autism. On the opposite months when get-togethers do not occur, we have a social family event such as renting the Children’s Museum or going to the Zoo.

The Autism Family Network (AFN) is the newest part of a triad in the Lincoln area including the Autism Spectrum Disorder Network (ASD) and the Autism Society of Nebraska (ASN).

The Autism Spectrum Disorder Network is critical in helping parents achieve the best results for their child in their school environment. They offer training and technical assistance to Nebraska educators and provide services to students across the autism spectrum from birth to age 21. The mission of the Autism Society of Nebraska is to support and advocate for individuals with autism and their families through education, fundraising, scholarships and conference opportunities.

The Autism Family Network’s goal is to connect families to each other. While many questions are answered and educational needs are met through the community, families still felt they lacked the means to get to know each other on a larger, more personal level. AFN “touches the heart of autism.” It is a place where families can share stories, smiles and tears. It's also a great place to seek advice from other parents "who have been there."

AFN has proudly commited their efforts to a community Walk for autism research. This will take place in Lincoln on April 15, 2007. You can find additional details about the Walk at www.autismwalk.org/nebraska.

The Autism Family Network (AFN) currently can be contacted by writing to AFNLincoln@aol.com. You are also welcome to visit our webiste at www.afnlincoln.org . (The Autism Spectrum Disorders Network can be contacted at www.nde.state.ne.us/autism and the Autism Society of Nebraska at www.autismnebraska.org.)

Click here for a list of online resources

If you wish to be informed of any future events please send an email to AFNLincoln@aol.com and we will make sure you will be kept updated. If possible, please include your name, child's name, address and phone number in the email.