It seems you hear about autism every day in the media. In 2007, a Centers for Disease Control report found that one in 150 children in America today have an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Where do families and educators and related professionals affected by autism in Kentucky go for research-based information and support? The answer is:  The Kentucky Autism Training Center.

KATC has served the citizens of the Commonwealth for nine years, providing support and training to families and professionals across Kentucky in the following ways:

1. The Amanda L. King Resource Center at KATC is the only source of autism-specific information available to all citizens of Kentucky. With this role comes a responsibility to be the most effective and far-researching resource possible.

2. The KATC hosts an annual Autism Institute that brings together families, educators and related professionals from across Kentucky together to network, share ideas and learn from top researchers in the field of autism.

3. KATC staff travel the Commonwealth to provide the following services:

• Conduct teacher training

• Local autism-related support groups

• Promote community awareness

• Provide professional development opportunities.

4. The KATC gathers, synthesizes and disseminates information regarding best practices and supports, (e.g. creation of the Kentucky Family Guide for Autism Spectrum Disorders, informative website, dynamitic listserv and development of service providers across the state).

There is no better way for you to provide families and professionals with opportunities to access support, information, resources and training that will enhance the lives of individuals with autism.

That's why we are asking you to make a gift to KATC. Please take a moment right now to visit www.applyweb.com/public/contribute?s=UOFLGIVE or contact KATC at 502-852-4631, to learn more.

Thank you for helping individuals with autism!