Skip to content
  • About Us
    • History & Mission
    • Board of Directors
    • Staff
    • Annual Reports
  • News
    • Press Releases
    • Press Kit
  • Contact Us
Top Bar Menu
Facebook page opens in new windowTwitter page opens in new windowInstagram page opens in new windowYouTube page opens in new window
Search:
Search
Howard County Autism Society
Providing Support. Promoting Awareness. Advocating for Change.
Howard County Autism SocietyHoward County Autism Society

DONATEVOLUNTEER
410-290-3466

  • Resources
      •  Choose a resource
        • About Autism
        • Autism By Age
        • Newly Diagnosed
        • Family Navigator
        •  
        • HCAS Resources
          • Special Education Advocacy
          • State & National Advocacy
          • Webinar Library
        • Special Education Resources
        •  
        • State of Maryland
          • Maryland Autism Waiver
        • Howard County
          • Howard County Public Schools
        • Autism Hiring Program –
          Advancing Neurodiversity
          in Maryland’s Workforce!
        • Patuxent Commons Housing Initiative
        •  
        • Sensory Friendly Activities, Events & Businesses
        • Summer Camp Resources
        • Communication Boards
        • 911 Address Flagging Program
    • Get Involved
      • Support HCAS!
      • Walk & 5K Run
      • Madhu Fund COVID-19 / Small Grants Program
      • The Scott Chernack Family Fund
      • Join HCAS
      • Volunteer
      • 30th Anniversary Gala
    • Latest News
    • Events
      • Calendar of Events
      • Walk & 5K Run
      • Autism Acceptance Month!
      • Bags and Beers! 2022 Cornhole Tournament!
      • 30th Anniversary Gala
    • Special Ed Resources
        • Choose a category
          • Accommodations & Modifications
          • ADD / ADHD / Learning Disabilities
          • Autism Resources
          • Behavior & Discipline Issues
          • HCPSS Dept. of Special Education
          •  
          • High Stakes Testing
          • IEP / IFSP / 504 Basics
          • Mediation & Due Process
          • Parent to Parent Tips
          • Procedural Safeguards
          •  
          • School 411
          • COVID-19 Special Ed News
          • Special Ed Services
          •                                                      view all
          • Transitions
          • Presentation Documents & Videos
          • Howard County Public Schools Resources
      • Resources
          •  Choose a resource
            • About Autism
            • Autism By Age
            • Newly Diagnosed
            • Family Navigator
            • HCAS Resources
              • Special Education Advocacy
              • State & National Advocacy
              • Webinar Library
            • Special Education Resources
            • State of Maryland
              • Maryland Autism Waiver
            • Howard County
              • Howard County Public Schools
            • Autism Hiring Program –
              Advancing Neurodiversity
              in Maryland’s Workforce!
            • Patuxent Commons Housing Initiative
            • Sensory Friendly Activities, Events & Businesses
            • Summer Camp Resources
            • Communication Boards
            • 911 Address Flagging Program
        • Get Involved
          • Support HCAS!
          • Walk & 5K Run
          • Madhu Fund COVID-19 / Small Grants Program
          • The Scott Chernack Family Fund
          • Join HCAS
          • Volunteer
          • 30th Anniversary Gala
        • Latest News
        • Events
          • Calendar of Events
          • Walk & 5K Run
          • Autism Acceptance Month!
          • Bags and Beers! 2022 Cornhole Tournament!
          • 30th Anniversary Gala
        • Special Ed Resources
            • Choose a category
              • Accommodations & Modifications
              • ADD / ADHD / Learning Disabilities
              • Autism Resources
              • Behavior & Discipline Issues
              • HCPSS Dept. of Special Education
              • High Stakes Testing
              • IEP / IFSP / 504 Basics
              • Mediation & Due Process
              • Parent to Parent Tips
              • Procedural Safeguards
              • School 411
              • COVID-19 Special Ed News
              • Special Ed Services
              • Transitions
              • Presentation Documents & Videos
              • Howard County Public Schools Resources

          News

          You are here:
          1. Home
          2. Category "News"

          Applications Open for Autism Hiring Program – Fall 2022 Cohort!

          August 9, 2022

          Applications now being accepted for the Autism Hiring Program – Fall 2022 Cohort Deadline to apply is August 20th! The Autism Hiring Program was created by the Howard County Autism…

          Read more

          Autism Hiring Program Receives $75K Grant from Howard County!

          July 22, 2022

          The Howard County Autism Society’s Autism Hiring Program has been awarded a $75,000 grant from the Howard County Government!  Thank you to County Executive Calvin Ball and his staff, Fran…

          Read more

          HCAS Receives Community Grant!

          July 22, 2022

          Thank you to the Community Foundation of Howard County for a community grant of $7,500 to help support our operations. Local giving means better living for all of us. This…

          Read more

          988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Opens 7/16

          July 12, 2022

          988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Opens July 16th. This is a nationwide 3-digit dialing code for Americans in crisis to connect with mental health crisis counselors. The 988 lifeline will…

          Read more

          10 Ways to Help Your Grade-schooler Connect with Other Kids

          July 11, 2022

          Understood Grade-schoolers who struggle with social skills may need some coaching on how to connect with other kids. Here are some ways you can help. 1. Prepare for social interactions.…

          Read more

          Summer Pool Party 8/12!

          July 7, 2022

          It’s back! The HCAS Summer Pool Party on Friday, August 12 from 5-8p, at Locust Park Pool, 8995 Lambskin Lane in Columbia, MD. Free to attend but space is limited.…

          Read more

          #EveryStepCounts Walk & 5K Run!

          June 20, 2022

          Registration is now open for the 2022 Every Step Counts Autism Walk and 5K Run on October 1st at Centennial Park in Ellicott City!  CLICK HERE walk, run, sponsor, donate…

          Read more

          Does My Child Have a Mental Health, Emotional or Behavioral Disorder?

          June 13, 2022

          PACER Center Among all the dilemmas facing a parent of a child with emotional or behavioral problems, the first question — whether the child’s behavior is sufficiently different to require…

          Read more

          2022 Transition Symposium Webinar Series

          June 13, 2022

          The Howard County Transition Symposium is a four-part webinar series that was presented monthly from February to May 2022. It is designed for transitioning youth ages 14-21 with IEP/504 plans,…

          Read more

          In The News-Autism Hiring Program!

          June 1, 2022

          Terrific article about our Autism Hiring Program in this month’s issue of The Business Monthly – page 9 https://online.fliphtml5.com/qhyhp/chpm/#p=1

          Read more
          ←1
          2
          …34567…
          8910111213
          14→

          SPONSORS

          Howard County Autism Society

          There is a place for every person with autism in our world—a place of value and a place of worth. Much of the work undertaken by our organization is directed toward raising awareness and educating the general public about the complexities of autism.

          2021 GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency Autism Society of America

          Contact Info
          • Address:
            Howard County Autism Society
            9770 Patuxent Woods Drive, Suite 308
            Columbia, MD 21046
          • Phone:
            Office: 410-290-3466
            Fax: 410-290-5455
          • Email:
            info@howard-autism.org

          Find us on:

          Facebook page opens in new windowTwitter page opens in new windowYouTube page opens in new windowInstagram page opens in new window
          Office Hours

          Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

          During inclement weather, HCAS follows the decision of the Howard County Public School System closing schedule. We encourage you to call in advance of your visit, 410-290-3466.

          The Howard County Autism Society is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide support, promote awareness and advocate for change on behalf of individuals with autism, their families and community. Your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law. Our tax identification number is 52-1857712.

          990 (2020) | 501(c)(3) | Options Policy HCAS does not endorse any individual provider or treatment for autism per the HCAS Options Policy.

          Board Member Login

          © 2023 Howard County Autism Society | Terms & Conditions | HCAS Options Policy
          • Join HCAS
          • Support HCAS
          • About Us
          • Contact Us
          • Sensory Friendly Activities, Events & Businesses
          Footer Menu
          Go to Top