HCAS is thrilled to be a finalist for the 2021 Changemaker Challenge. Our big ideas for social change….The Autism Hiring Program! Tune in November 9th at 6pm for the virtual live event where we’ll compete against 9 other finalists for a chance to win up to $35,000 to support The Autism Hiring Program. The Changemaker…
On September 15, 2021, Erik Kristopher Myers passed away. Erik served on the board of directors for the Howard County Autism Society (HCAS) and spent many hours volunteering. His thoughtful input and involvement with a wide range of HCAS activities has been much valued and appreciated. With his creativity and expertise in communication, he played…
HCAS is hiring! Click for information about our Family Navigator position at the Howard County Autism Society.
Join us for this important discussion on September 14, 2021 from 7-9pm with options for registrants to attend either Virtually or In-Person at our office located at 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive ( Training Room), Columbia, MD 21046. Masks will be required for those attending in-person. For those attending virtually, you will receive a link to the Webex…
Register for the Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run by August 29th and you could win a $150 Amazon Gift card! This is the perfect opportunity for you to register, form or build your team! Everyone registered by 4pm on August 29th will be entered in a drawing to be held at the HCAS Potluck Picnic on…
Join us for this timely webinar! Preparing for the Return to School: What’s Most Important To Communicate With Teachers Before School Starts August 24, 2021 – 7:00-8:00pm The start of a new school year is the perfect time to share important information about your child with their teacher(s). This webinar will provide parents with tips…
Help make #EveryStepCount for the local autism community on October 2nd at our annual Every Step Counts Autism Walk & 5K Run! The fun starts at 9am in beautiful Centennial Park in Ellicott City, MD. All proceeds benefit the Howard County and Baltimore-Chesapeake Autism Societies with a goal of raising $100,000 to support a local…
Terrific article in Columbia Inspired Magazine about the development of the 911 Address Flagging Program by HCAS and the Howard County Police Department. It features Lt. Bill Cheuvront who has been an integral part of both this program and the autism community. The program allows families/individuals with autism and other disabilities, mental health challenges, Alzheimers,…
Sign Up NOW! FREE In-Person, Outdoor FITNESS CLASSES Saturdays, June 19 – August 28, 2021 9:00AM-10:00AM These in-person, outdoor fitness classes for individuals of all abilities and their friends and family will be led in a SPIRIT Club instructor. No special equipment is required. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes that allow you to move freely. This…
#CelebrateDifferences! On April 2nd and throughout the month of April, people around the world come together to celebrate differences by observing Autism Acceptance Month. This year HCAS acknowledges a shift from Awareness to Acceptance as we work in partnership with the Autism Society of America and others to advocate for lawmakers to federally designate April as…
