Programs
Program Objectives
Freddie Ford Family Foundation is working very hard to implement programs that support families. Donations to our organization goes to support our programs.
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The objective of the community education programs is increasing awareness and acceptance of autism. The family support programs provide necessary resources as well as general support to families. The objectives for the social skills programs are to assist individuals with autism and their parents with social opportunities to improve their mental health and overall welfare. The objectives of our programs can be measured by event registration and participation in our programs. We offer a variety of program options that appeal to a range of interests, ability levels and age groups.
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Mental and Physical Wellness
The mental and physical wellness programs are to promote activities to support the physical and mental well being of families and individuals with autism.
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Social Skills
The social skills programs provide opportunities for individuals with autism to engage socially in a natural setting without being instructed on social expectations. Currently, we provide monthly social events for young children with autism. We have a teen social group that meets regularly for events and has weekly social skills calls.
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Family Support
The family support programs allow us to connect with parents with newly diagnosed children with information and resources, to discuss issues and concerns with schools, and interact with parents who just need social support to discuss life parenting a child with autism.
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Summer Camp
The summer camp, Camp Ausome, is for young children with autism to provide a safe place for them to learn a variety of sports and activities with staff that understands their needs.
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Education
The Freddie Ford Family Foundation provides links to necessary resources, information, and support to parents of individuals with autism. The Youtube Channel, @ford4autismstl, has videos of educational webinars explaining ABA therapy, Speech therapy, how to manage finances, and other topics.
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Autism Awareness and Acceptance
Through community events and programs the Freddie Ford Family Foundation is working to increase awareness and acceptance of autism.
Programs
Activities
Easter Egg Hunt
Trunk or Treat
Christmas Party
Play Dates
Teen Outings
Support Groups
Autism Trivia Night
Heroes for Autism 5K and Mile
Camp Ausome