Who We Are

On February 27, 2008, the New York Metro Chapter of the National Autism Association (NAA) was formed.

The NAA is dedicated to educating and empowering families affected by autism and other neurological disorders; advocacy; and raising public and professional awareness.

Embracing these core principles, the New York Metro Chapter will focus on the following goals during 2008:

1. To be a resource to families, educators, and caregivers affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders.

2. To educate parents, educators and caregivers on meeting the varied needs of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and on the many available treatments for children on the Spectrum and children with other neurological disorders.

Chapter meetings are held every month.

For an important story on flu mist go to the Our Journeys page It can also be found on our new blog: naanyc.blogspot.com

New York City Autism/Asperger's Conference
held on October 11-12

Parents, professionals, caregivers and educators attended the first two-day conference organized by Autism-Conferences with the collaboration of NAA-New York Metro Chapter.

The first day was devoted to Educating Children with Autism, featuring nationally-renowned education expert Barbara Doyle, M.S. who spoke about tips & tricks, teaching reading, and prioritization, beginning with lifetime in mind. A panel of adults on the spectrum, shared their journeys; and John Gilmore held a town-hall meeting on the 'Political Landscape in New York'.

The second day's session on "Healing Children & Adults with Autism" featured Sydney Baker, M.D. as the keynote speaker, spoke on deconstructing autism, paradigm and paradox. Dr. Kenneth Bock, M.D. discussed biomedical approaches to the treatment of ASD; Arthur Krigsman, M.D. reviewed the common G.I. problems in ASD children; and Tapan Audhya, Ph.D. shared the results of studies on treating nutritional and metabolic problems in children with autism. Michael Elice, M.D. discussed his recently published study on the use of ACTOS and its ability to reduce inflammation and reduce the symptoms of autism; and Stuart Freedenfeld, M.D. spoke about the major sources of environmental toxins and provided practical suggestions on how to decrease exposure.

Kim Mack Rosenberg and Kirstin Boncher at the NAA-NY Metro booth	Barbara Doyle, Speaker, with Sabeeha Rehman
James Adams, President, Autism-Conferences	Go to this page for more photos.

NAA-New York Metro participates in Autism United Hope Walk


NAA-NYM Booth: Peggy Becker, Kim Mack Rosenberg and Sabeeha Rehman	With John Gilmore, Executive Director, Autism United	NAA-NYM Booth

With Lisa Rudley and her children	Families assemble for the walk

Go to Community Activities for details and more photos.

October's Educational Program
An Alternative Approach to Healing your Autistic Child Utilizing Homotoxicology and Pleomorphic Remedies

Mary Coyle, D.I. Hom, and Dr. Jeffrey Klass, a Naturopthic Physician spoke on alternative apporaches to healing children with autism.

Mary Coyle and Jeffery Klass

For more info on this and other chapter activities go to New York Metro Activities page.

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What's Happening

Wed. Nov. 19
Educational Program Choosing & Prioritizing the RIGHT Therapies for Each Child
Speaker: Patty Lemer, M.ED, NCC
6 pm: Networking / Social Hour
7 - 8 pm: Lecture
Location: Rebecca School. 40 E. 30th. St.

Wed. Dec. 3
Parent Network Exchange Meeting
Holiday Planning
7 pm
Location: 408 E. 79th St. Library

Wed. Dec. 10
Holiday Event
Potluck Holiday Party
7 pm
Location: 408 E. 79th St. Library

Mon. Dec. 15
Parent Network Exchange Meeting
Reiki Therapy
Facilitator: Hilary McCann
7 pm
Location: 408 E. 79th St. Library

Tues. Jan. 13
Parent Network Exchange Meeting
Dad's Night
7 pm
Location: 408 E. 79th St. Library

Wed. Jan. 28
Educational Program
Navigating the Insurance Maze
Speaker: Christina Peck, CPC
6 pm: Networking / Social Hour
7 - 8 pm: Lecture
Location: Rebecca School. 40 E. 30th. St.

Thur. Feb. 12
Parent Network Exchange Meeting
Mom's Health Night "Spring Cleaning"
7 pm
Location: 408 E. 79th St. Library