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 Holiday Party Dec. 5
Autism Certified Cruise Spring Break 2020
Congratulations to the Jeevanayagam family ! They made it to the final 5! Congratulations to the family from Texas who won but we were happy to hear each of the other families’ charity organizations get $5,000 and ......each family receives a trip to Disney !!!! So they are all winners! We love the Jeevanayagam Family! So proud of them! And thanks to all who voted!
https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/family/video/disney-points-light-reveal-volunteer-family-year-66685407
Spectrum on CBS 46 News December 7, 2018
Click here to watch the video!
Monthly Spectrum Meeting
Spectrum's next monthly support group meeting will be on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020, 6:30-8:00 pm, First Baptist Church of Duluth, 2908 Duluth Hwy, Duluth. Thank you to Regions Bank, our sponsor for this monthly meeting.
Topics:
"Avoiding Identity Theft and Fraud" Kimberly Cobb, Regions
"Sleep Issues" Elizabeth Landers, M.S., BCBA, Senior Clinical Director, Autism Learning Partners, Atlanta
"Teaching Self Help and Beginning Job Skills at Home to Help Your Child Become More Independent" Jackie Moore, Mom
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.
Wine Tasting Tickets on sale now!
Drama club registration now open - not too late to join. 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, January 11, 2020, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm. Advance registration is required and now open. You can Register here.
Studio Movie Grill
The next sensory friendly screening will be: Jumanji, Dec. 28, and Star Wars: Episode IX, Jan. 4, 2020, 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 December 2019 has been posted. Sam's Club 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!
Spectrum E-News
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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.
Are you interested in volunteering with Spectrum? Indicate what areas/events you may be interested in volunteering and we'll be in touch with you. View our list of volunteer opportunities.