Arizona Autism Coalition

01/22/2026

Thank you to our 2026 Day of Learning Series Scholarship Sponsor, Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC)!

Established in 1997, Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is an internationally recognized nonprofit that conducts innovative research, provides evidence-based practices, disseminates effective training and builds inclusive communities for individuals with autism and their families. SARRC is dedicated to autism research, education, evidence-based treatment, and community outreach. Additionally, SARRC is one of the only autism organizations in the world that provides a lifetime of services for individuals and their families while also conducting cutting-edge research.

We’re also an entrepreneurial nonprofit, with less than three percent of annual revenue coming from state and federal funding. Our 18,000-square-foot Campus for Exceptional Children and our 10,000-square-foot Colonel Harland D. Sanders Center for Autism Studies, co-located with our Vocational & Life Skills Academy, are state-of-the-art clinical centers that serve as models for similar research and resource facilities.

SARRC’s Clinical Approach Using Applied Behavior Analysis

SARRC’s clinical model is grounded in applied behavior analysis (ABA) with a particular focus on naturalistic behavioral interventions in inclusive environments, including but not limited to: home, school, job or community. SARRC provides support through children’s services, family services, teen and adult services, diagnostic services, community services, and ongoing research studies.

Each of SARRC’s programs, classes, and trainings are guided by best practice models; the most currently available science; increasing independence and producing meaningful outcomes; and the individualized needs of the children, teens, adults, and families we serve.

Learn more at https://autismcenter.org/

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Be sure to visit their table at our upcoming New Year, Stronger Connections! 2026 Day of Learning Series THIS Saturday, January 24th! Register now or apply for a scholarship to attend at https://dayoflearning.azautism.org/

01/21/2026

We're doing two presentations this week. Here's the second one. It's Saturday, January 24, 2026, for the Arizona Autism Coalition. If it sounds familiar, it's a variation on previous presentations we gave to school personnel and to attorneys. This one is for parents and guardians, providers, and advocates. It's especially fun as we've got a SPED Director and one of our favorite opposing counsel.
https://www.azautism.org/

01/20/2026

Thank you to our 2026 Day of Learning Series Sponsor, Mercy Care!

Mercy Care is a local not-for-profit managed care organization. We provide coverage for people who qualify for Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) benefits.

Mercy Care Advantage (HMO SNP) is a health maintenance organization special needs plan. We provide Medicare benefits to people who qualify for Medicaid (AHCCCS), as well as Medicare Parts A and B.

Our plans
We have services and supports for members through five Medicaid or Medicaid/Medicare plans:

Mercy Care ACC-RBHA
Short for Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) Complete Care Regional Behavioral Health Agreement. Physical and behavioral health care coverage (general mental health and substance use concerns) for AHCCCS members. We also serve people with a serious mental illness (SMI) designation, providing this coverage and more.

Mercy Care Long Term Care
Physical and behavioral health care coverage. We serve Elderly and Physically Disabled (EPD) Long Term Care (LTC) members. People get care and services as part of the Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS).

Mercy Care Developmental Disabilities
Physical and behavioral health care coverage with limited long-term services and supports. We serve members of the Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) and Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS). People get long-term care and services for developmental or cognitive disabilities.

Mercy Care DCS CHP
Short for the Department of Child Safety Comprehensive Health Plan. Physical and behavioral health care coverage. We serve all children and youth in foster (out-of-home) care.

Mercy Care Advantage
Health maintenance organization special needs plan (HMO SNP). Provides Medicare benefits to people who qualify for Medicaid, as well as Medicare Parts A and B.

Learn more at https://www.mercycareaz.org/

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Stop by and visit their table at our New Year, Stronger Connections! 2026 Day of Learning Series THIS SATURDAY! Learn more and register now at https://dayoflearning.azautism.org/

01/19/2026

On Friday January 23. 2026 from 6-8 PM SEEDs for Autism is proud to present The Art of Inclusion, a special one-night art exhibit and fundraiser that brings together the creative talents of professional artists and adults on the autism spectrum! More info in our bio!

01/16/2026

Congratulations to Arizona Autism United (AZA United) on the upcoming opening of their new location!

/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Arizona Autism United (AZA United) today announced a January 22 grand opening and ribbon-cutting for its North Valley Center, which will...

01/15/2026

Thank you to our 2026 Day of Learning Series Sponsor, Mushkatel, Gobbato, & Kile, PLLC!

Get Solutions to Your Legal Problems
Our full-service law firm provides personalized service in the areas of personal injury law, estate litigation, estate planning, divorce, guardianship/conservatorship, special needs and benefits planning, and real estate law.

Personal Injury
You shouldn’t have to pay the price of someone else’s negligence. Let our personal injury lawyers help you pursue compensation for what you have suffered.

Estate Planning and Litigation
Whether you’re planning for your own estate or settling your loved one’s affairs, it’s a critical process. You want our estate law attorneys on your side to make sure you do it right.

Divorce
Divorce doesn’t have to be ugly. Let our divorce lawyers protect your interests and find the best solution for you and your family.

Guardianship/Conservatorship
Making the decision to become someone’s guardian isn’t an easy one. Our team can help you evaluate whether a guardianship or conservatorship is necessary and navigate the process.

Special Needs and Benefits Planning
Planning for someone’s special needs is vital. Working with our lawyers can ensure that your loved one is taken care of physically and financially in the long term.

Real Estate Law
Buying and selling real estate can get complicated. Our real estate lawyers can review contracts and help you manage any disputes or delays.

Learn more at https://www.phoenixlawteam.com/

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Stop by and visit their table at our upcoming New Year, Stronger Connections! 2026 Day of Learning Series on Saturday, January 24th! Learn more and register now at https://dayoflearning.azautism.org/

01/13/2026

Thank you to our 2026 Day of Learning Series Sponsor, Autism Academy for Education & Development!

The Autism Academy for Education and Development (AAED) is the first and foremost fully accredited K-12+ autism-only academy in the state that serves all levels of the autism spectrum. Since our founding in 2013, we have been dedicated to helping children with autism reach their full potential. Our unique, effective approach to education has made us the leading choice for families in Arizona.

Since 2013, the Autism Academy for Education and Development (AAED) has opened six autism schools in Phoenix and Tucson areas, including our online campus. Our skilled and compassionate teaching staff provide a supportive learning environment tailored to each student’s needs, using dynamic curriculums, small group instruction, structured classrooms, individualized education plans, and a variety of engaging activities to keep students immersed in the learning experience.

At AAED, students collaborate, communicate, think, experiment, and reflect throughout each day. Our strategies equip them with the skills and knowledge needed for academic success, decision-making, and career development. As a result, students show measurable growth in academics, behavior, and socialization. They form friendships, secure jobs, develop strong values, build on their talents, and advance to higher education.

Learn more at https://aaed.org/

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Stop by and visit their table at our upcoming New Year, Stronger Connections! 2026 Day of Learning Series on Saturday, January 24th! Learn more and register now at https://dayoflearning.azautism.org/

01/12/2026

Join us for Networking, Resources & Free CEUs during our New Year, Stronger Connections! 2026 Day of Learning Series on Saturday, January 24th in Phoenix!

Apply for a scholarship to attend: https://azautism.wufoo.com/forms/melzhcd0mtjnjl/

Register now: https://arizonaautismcoalition.wildapricot.org/event-6451604

Learn more: https://dayoflearning.azautism.org/

01/12/2026

01/11/2026

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