About Us

NAA New York Metro is a chapter of the National Autism Association. Its geographic boundaries cover the five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland County.

Formation

Formed in February 2008, it is incorporated as a subordinate of the National Autism Association.

Mission

The Mission of the New York Chapter of the NAA is to educate and empower those in the Autism community. We will never give up in the search to help affected individuals reach their full potential.

Purpose

This chapter was created to serve families, caregivers, and educators affected by Autism; to educate and empower individuals affected by Autism; and help them reach their full potential.

Goals for 2008

(1) To be a resource to families, educators and caregivers affected by Autism;

(2) To educate parents, educators, and caregivers on parenting children with Autism.

This will be achieved through lectures and workshops providing guidance to parents, caregivers and educators in the following areas:

  • Bio-medical treatments
  • Behavioral, Nutritional, Dietary therapies
  • Health care system
  • School system
  • Insurance
  • Legal system, and more

Organization & Management

Oversight and management is provided by the Board of member volunteers. The Board is comprised of Officers of the Chapter and Committee Chairmen. Six committees manage the day-to-day operations of the chapter. These are:

  • Membership Committee
  • Parent Resource Guide Committee
  • Parent Mentoring Committee
  • Program Committee
  • Events & Fund Raising Committee
  • Website Committee

Membership

Membership is open to every family member living in the catchment area. For more information, see Join Us.

What's Happening

No program in August.

September 24
Jesse Foley, a lawyer specializing in education issues, will discuss navigating the school system

October 28
Homeopath Mary Coyle will discuss homotoxicology

November 19
Patty Lemer, director of Developmental Delays Resources and author of "Envisioning a Bright Future - Interventions that Work for Children and Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders," will present to the group


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