Autism NS: Cumberland

Autism NS: Cumberland Autism Nova Scotia was founded in 2002 to help Nova Scotians on the autism spectrum, families, profe Autism is four times more common in boys than girls.

This is a registered non-profit organization created by parents and run by a voluntary board of directors. This organization was created to promote awareness, provide resources and be a support for families affected
by autism. WHAT IS AUTISM...
Autism is the most common neurological disorder affecting children and one of the most common developmental disabilities affecting Canadians in general.

ASDs change the way the brain processes information and can affect all aspects of a person's development. Classic autism usually appears during the first three years of life. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurological disorder resulting in developmental disability. This affects:
Communication
Social understanding
Behaviour, activities & interests
Each individual is unique - no one person with ASD responds or behaves exactly like another with the same diagnosis. 1 out of every 91 Children are Diagnosed with Autism. OUR MISSION...
To promote Autism Awareness, Advocate equality for our Children, and linking Families together for support. Working together to assist and empower Families affected with ASD. OUR VISION...
That people living with Autism Spectrum Disorders have the chance to achieve their full potential, have the opportunity to grow alongside their peers, and that
they and their families have access to the resources they so direly need! OUR RESOURCES...

Cumberland Early Intervention - Provides support for families with children of special needs. 667-8244

Cumberland Mental Health Services - Provides support and treatments for various mental health needs including autism. 667-3879

Public Health Services - Promote and protect health, prevent illness and achieve well being. 667-3319

Nova Scotia Hearing & Speech Centres - Prevent and reduce the impact of communication challenges. 667-1141

Maggie's Place- A Resource center for Families. 667-7250

OUR SLOGAN...

Let's Help put the pieces together and finish the puzzle! Contact Information :

Elaine Mazur - Chair/ Founder
phone: 902-230-2053
email: [email protected]
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04/08/2025

Youth Social Group for today is cancelled due to weather

Check out this beautiful Art created by Autistic Artists on display at NSCC Cumberland Campus.
04/04/2025

Check out this beautiful Art created by Autistic Artists on display at NSCC Cumberland Campus.

04/03/2025

With NINE Walk YOUR Way events taking place across Nova Scotia, all funds raised by walkers and teams stay in the community in which they are raised. This means your support makes a meaningful difference to your neighbours, friends and family. đź’—

Register for Walk or donate today to show your support in honour of Autism Acceptance Month! https://walkyourwayforautism.ca/donate

For anyone looking for the link to register for summer camp here it is. April 1 ages 5-12, April 2 ages 13-17 and April...
04/01/2025

For anyone looking for the link to register for summer camp here it is. April 1 ages 5-12, April 2 ages 13-17 and April 3 18+

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For nearly 20 years, Autism Nova Scotia has been supporting autistic individuals and their families and caregivers with vital resources, programs and services.

04/01/2025
03/27/2025

Contact Maggie's Place Cumberland to register!

03/26/2025
03/18/2025

Youth Social program is cancelled this evening. Stay safe everyone.

03/17/2025

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

Feeling lucky? Register as an individual or a team for Walk YOUR Way presented by Carson Exports, happening June 7th!

By signing up for Walk YOUR Way before March 30th, purchasing your limited-edition East Coast Lifestyle t-shirt, and raising $100 or more, you will be entered into a draw for 1 of 2 Golfing Green Fees to River Oaks Golf Club!

Learn more and register: https://walkyourwayforautism.ca/registration

*Winner will be drawn and notified on March 31, 2025. Terms and conditions apply.

03/16/2025

SAVE THE DATES!

Registration for our Summer Camps across the province opens in April.

Ages 5-12: April 1, at noon
Ages 13-17: April 2, at noon
Ages 18+: April 3, at noon

All camps run on a first-come, first-serve basis and will be determined by the timestamp of the application.

Check out the 'Ben James Summer Camp' and 'Regional Summer Camp' webpages for more information. https://www.autismnovascotia.ca/programs/regional-summer-camps/

Please note: not all age groups are running in each region. See below the different age groups hosted at each camp.

- Halifax/Dartmouth: 5-12, 13-17, 18+
- Annapolis Valley: 5-12, 13-17, 18+
- South Shore: 5-12, 13-17
- Strait Area: 5+
- Cumberland County: 5-25
- Cape Breton: 6-12, 13-17, 18-19
- Truro: 5-12, 13-15
- Pictou: 5-12 , 13-17, 18+
- South West: 5-18, registration opens at 9 a.m. Note the South West Chapter camp will be run through a community partner, Yacro. For more information on registration for this Chapter, visit www.yacro.com

For any questions regarding Summer Camp, please reach out to your Regional Chapter.

Register Now to ensure you get your WALK TSHIRT! https://walkyourwayforautism.ca/registration
03/12/2025

Register Now to ensure you get your WALK TSHIRT! https://walkyourwayforautism.ca/registration

Secure your limited-edition 2025 Walk YOUR Way t-shirt, in partnership with East Coast Lifestyle! đź‘•

Plus, raise $100 or more by March 30 to be entered to win 1 of 2 Golfing Green Fees to River Oaks Golf Club! *Winner will be drawn and notified on March 31, 2025. Terms and conditions apply.

Register and start your fundraising journey: https://walkyourwayforautism.ca/registration

Happy international woman's day. We celebrated by making international woman's day posters.
03/08/2025

Happy international woman's day. We celebrated by making international woman's day posters.

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Autism Nova Scotia was founded in 2002 to help Nova Scotians on the autism spectrum, families, professionals, and others to find the supports and services they need. We are a charitable organization dependent on donations and community support. Autism Nova Scotia Social Media Engagement Policy: Autism Nova Scotia is honoured to serve people with autism in Nova Scotia, and those who care about the lives of people with autism in Nova Scotia by providing information, supports, programs, and services. People who access Autism Nova Scotia include autistic individuals of all ages, as well as families, professionals, and community stakeholders. This page is intended as an opportunity for Autism Nova Scotia to share information about our service offerings and events, as well as articles of interest. Visitors to this page are encouraged to comment, with a mind to maintaining this space as a welcoming environment for all. Autism Nova Scotia respects that the autism community is diverse and has many different perspectives, so the moderators of this page will monitor comments or posts that fall outside of its purpose and intent. Our moderators reserve the right to delete posts deemed inappropriate and/or containing any of the following elements:

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