OUR PHILOSOPHY.
The Illinois Center for Autism believes each individual is unique and defined by possibilities and not limitations. Individuals have the right to education, training and/or services specifically designed to meet his/her needs in the least restrictive environment.
Illinois Governor’s Award
Community Services Award from AFL-CIO
A BRIEF HISTORY.
Over the course of more than four decades the Illinois Center for Autism has broken down barriers of perception of what those with autism spectrum disorder are capable of. We have paved the pathways for other organizations to provide similar possibilities and have been instrumental in developing legislation for equal opportunities; while supporting and successfully applying the original groundwork for employment for those with some of the most challenging behaviors and disabilities. Placing our students, clients and their families always at the center of every decision and direction, we commit to continue to chart new courses, engage new ideals and technologies, always pushing forward with a renewed promise of insuring all we serve are obtaining their highest level of independence and joy.
Innovative, research-based methods and practices
An interactive and engaging atmosphere
Advocacy and choice to promote self-sufficiency and lifelong independence
A positive approach to maladaptive behaviors
Customized support and training offered to individuals, families, and the community
Services provided by qualified staff who receive ongoing, specialized training
BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
- Chris Fournie – Chairperson
- Elijah Gerson – Vice Chairperson
Donna Mann (parent) – Secretary
- Kyle Prewitt – Treasurer
- Kathy Hatton
Joy Rick
Kristin McMahon
J.D. Brandmeyer
- Marion Behrman
Michael Needles
Oluwatosin Fasoranti
PARTNERSHIPS & ASSOCIATIONS.
Southern Illinois University – Carbondale
United Way of Greater St. Louis
SW. Il. Division of UW. Greater St. Louis
Tri-Cities Area Division of United Way
Oddfellows Grand Encampment, IOOF
Clinton County Mental Health Board
Madison County Mental Health Board
St. Clair County Mental Health Board
Junior Service of St. Clair County
Glen Carbon/Edwardsville Junior Services
Various Knights of Columbus in Southern IL
Carrollton Bank
Scott Credit Union
Granite City Optimist Club
Granite City Elks
Fairview Heights Elks
Terron Armstead Foundation
Women4Given
Women of the Moose
Chambers of Commerce
Rotary