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EIN # - 06-1789573

United Way of Delaware # 12364

Autism Child Care Connection Inc.(ACCC) is a 501c3 non profit organization that is creating an inclusive child care center in Coatesville Pennsylvania. Our mission is to provide exceptional child care, parental support and advocacy to the autism and special needs community by creating a space that address and supports the needs of the child and his or her family.

Contact us

Email - accc@autismccc.org
Telephone - 610-380-5122

Mail - PO Box 430 Coatesville, PA 19320

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Temple Grandin Trailer (HBO)

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Behind the Scenes of the IEP with Jack E. George

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How to Recognize the Early Signs of Autism

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Sensitive - themiracleproject.com

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Response to the Autism Speaks "I am Autism" Campaign

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Nicole added a blog post

Use of DVD's Found Effective in Training Parents Dealing with Challenges of Autism

The last training I went to was about 9 months ago. That is not for lack of opportunity, I am very lucky to be in an area where I could attend an autism or disability related training, seminar, or talk once a week, if I wanted to...if time allowed..…

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Diedra Fowler is now a member of Autism Child Care Connection Network

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Nicole added a video

Temple Grandin Trailer (HBO)

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Claire Danes stars in the new HBO Original Movie, "Temple Grandin." The movie premieres Saturday, February 6 only on HBO.

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Susan F. Rzucidlo added an event

Adult Services Resource Fair in Chester County at CCIU

April 24, 2010 all day

Chester County Adult Services Resource Fair Saturday, April 24, 2010 9:00 am – 3:00 pm CCIU Building, 455 Boot Rd, Downingtown PA The Partnership will do a presentation on the waivers that are available in Pennsylvania. OVR and SSA will be there…

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Susan F. Rzucidlo replied to Susan F. Rzucidlo's discussion 'What you need to do as your child with autism turns 18'

This is from PA DRN's website. They have a wonderful handout on Power of Attorney. Families should read this and the one on Guardianship before making a decision as to what should be done, if anything. They can both be found at www.drnpa.org/publica…

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Susan F. Rzucidlo replied to Susan F. Rzucidlo's discussion 'What you need to do as your child with autism turns 18'

Once your child turns 18 they are legally considered adults and even as a parent you will not have the legal authority to make medical, financial or vocational decisions for or with them (for if they need a guardian, with if you have power of attorn…

on Wednesday

Susan F. Rzucidlo replied to Susan F. Rzucidlo's discussion 'What you need to do as your child with autism turns 18'

Social Security payments for adults with disabilities. As your child with autism in nearing 18 years of age it is time to apply for SSI. The determination will be done based on their income and their ability to work. SSI has a good website http://w…

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Forum

What you need to do as your child with autism turns 18 5 Replies

There are 2 musts. First if you have a son, you MUST, are required by law, to register him for the draft. There is a simple form at the Post Office for this and you need to do it. Our children are "…

Started by Susan F. Rzucidlo in Seminars, Workshops, and Parent Trainings. Last reply by Nicole Feb 4.

Childcare, Co-op, Respite? 1 Reply

This forum is to discuss care options for our children. Please share ideas and give feedback.

Tagged: alternatives, autism, op, co, care

Started by Nicole in Childcare and Respite. Last reply by Nicole Nov. 16, 2009.

Introductions 2 Replies

Hello All! Please use this space to introduce yourself to the rest of the network. I'll go first: Nicole Parent of 3 on the spectrum, writer, advocate. I love gardening, reading and nature. My purpo…

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Started by Nicole in Welcome!. Last reply by Katie Nov. 11, 2009.

Pre-Certification Orientation Workshop 2 Replies

I wanted to let you know that I attended the pre-certification workshop "Getting a Child Care center or Group home Started". Scheduling the workshop was about a 2-year journey for me. The PA Dept of…

Tagged: regions, certification, licenses, care, child

Started by Linda in Venting Station. Last reply by Linda Sep. 22, 2009.