Welcome to Spectrum!
We’re here to support the autism community through our many programs, events and resources. Our Monthly Support Groups, Respite Programs and Family Camp are geared toward supporting the entire family, while our Summer Day Camp, Overnight Camps and Social Skills Groups provide social opportunities for individuals of all abilities on the autism spectrum. Please check out the Resources we have listed for those impacted by autism and learn more about all of Spectrum’s programs by viewing the tabs above.
Spectrum Family Camp (August 30-Sept. 2)
Spectrum Family Cruise March 28-April 4, 2020
Spectrum is pleased to be voted as BEST OF GWINNETT Charitable Organizations for 2018!
Spectrum on CBS 46 News December 7, 2018
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Monthly Spectrum Meeting
Spectrum's next monthly support group meeting will be on Thursday, Sept. 5, 6:30-8:00 pm, First Baptist Church of Duluth, 2908 Duluth Hwy, Duluth.
Stay tuned for information on speakers and topics that will be offered.
Breakouts will also be offered for parents of teens/adults with HFA autism, Dads, Spanish speaking parents (Adelante Autismo) and parents of preschoolers. Social skills groups and childcare available for all ages. Check out the full schedule and Thursday meeting topics here.
Spectrum's Family Fishing Day presented by KidStuff will be Saturday, June 8, 2019, 8:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. A great day is planned for all! Kids will enjoy fishing at the pond, inflatables, face painting and pony rides! Parents will enjoy a fun volunteer-staffed event to help everyone reel those fish in and have a safe fishing experience! Bait and fishing poles for the children will be provided and lunch (pizza and Chick-fil-a) will be served. Registration is required. Register here!
Gift of Time Respite Program
Our Gift of Time Respite program provides an opportunity for parents to have some much-needed respite time. Our next session is scheduled for Saturday, August 17, 2019, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm. Advance registration is required. Registration will open on July 17.
Studio Movie Grill
The next sensory friendly screening will be: Pokémon Detective Pikachu((PG) 5/25, Aladdin (PG) 6/1, The Secret Life of Pets (PG), 6/15, Men in Black: International 6/22 , all at 11 am at Duluth, Marietta and Roswell locations. Sensory friendly screenings run with the lights up and sound down so the children are free to laugh, play, sing and even dance while they watch. 5% of the proceeds from the "Chefs for Children" menu benefit Spectrum! Check out the upcoming schedule here.
Spectrum Super Star
Our Spectrum Super Star for the month of May 2019 has been posted. Girl Scout Troop #16537 is making a difference for Spectrum and individuals with autism and disabilities! Do you know someone who's making an impact in the autism community? Nominate them as a Spectrum Star here!
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Keep up to date with Spectrum's upcoming activities including Monthly Meetings, Social Skills Groups, Camps, Movies and more by subscribing to our E-news. For printable information, please download the latest Spectrum Newsletter.
Help support our summer camp and education programs, raise autism awareness and contribute to the overall success of children with autism in our community. Click here to donate.
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