Asperger's Syndrome falls within the Autism Spectrum. It is a condition which affects the way a person communicates and relates to others.
Asperger Services Australia provides support to parents, families, carers, individuals, service providers and professionals.
Aims of Asperger Services Australia
The association's aims are to:
- Give mutual support to people with Asperger's Syndrome and their carers
- Provide relevant up to date information on Asperger's Syndrome
- Encourage research into Asperger's Syndrome
- Promote awareness and engage in community education
- Campaign for improved educational services and equal opportunity
What does Asperger Services Australia provide?
- Confidential support
- Information and referral services
- Information available to parents, education staff, professionals, service providers and governmental bodies
- Professional Development conferences, seminars and workshops for parents, education staff and professionals
- Monthly meetings at various locations
- A monthly newsletter
- Family activities
- Carers respite weekends
- Support Groups
for parents
- Support group for adults with AS
- A large lending resource library (financial members only)
- Links with other organisations