The Autism Society of America (ASA), founded in 1965 by Bernard Rimland, is the oldest organization "dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact." For more than last four decades the society has been rendering support to children and persons affected with autism, and functioning as a network for parents and relatives of children with autism, and health care personnel dealing with patients with autism. It has more than 120,000 members has around 200 chapters nationwide.
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| - The Autism Society of America (ASA), founded in 1965 by Bernard Rimland, is the oldest organization "dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact." For more than last four decades the society has been rendering support to children and persons affected with autism, and functioning as a network for parents and relatives of children with autism, and health care personnel dealing with patients with autism. It has more than 120,000 members has around 200 chapters nationwide.
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| - The Autism Society of America (ASA), founded in 1965 by Bernard Rimland, is the oldest organization "dedicated to increasing public awareness about autism and the day-to-day issues faced by individuals with autism, their families and the professionals with whom they interact." For more than last four decades the society has been rendering support to children and persons affected with autism, and functioning as a network for parents and relatives of children with autism, and health care personnel dealing with patients with autism. It has more than 120,000 members has around 200 chapters nationwide. The mission statement of the ASA is "Improving the lives of all affected by autism", and its vision is articulated in these words: "Autism Society of America (ASA) is the leading voice and resource of the entire autism community in education, advocacy, services, research and support. The ASA is committed to meaningful participation and self-determination in all aspects of life for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. ASA accomplishes its ongoing mission through close collaboration with a successful network of chapters, members and supporters."
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