@AutismTx

Creating a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it.

 Austin, TX
texasautismsociety.org
Joined January 2013
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"We’re used to having to fight for funding, but to actually have a program just slashed and canceled is pretty shocking.” -Jacquie Benestante, ED of Autism Society of Texas Read the article here: texastribune.org/2026/10/12/…

Texas proposes eliminating children’s autism program

The proposed elimination of the program, aimed at serving lower-income families, comes as Texas leadership has called on agencies to reduce budgets by 3%.

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We’re so excited to receive a $4,102.76 crypto donation!  Huge thanks to @donatedotgg & @leap_xyz. This support helps us connect Autistic individuals and families across TX with resources, support, and community.  donate.gg/charities/autism-s…  #TeamAutism
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We're calling on the Texas Legislature to boost funding for Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) for toddlers with Down syndrome, autism, speech delays, and other disabilities and delays. #TXlege
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Wednesday, October 7 | 12 PM @ the Capitol - House Press Conference Room, 2W.6 Hear from advocates and organizations, including the Autism Society of Texas. Checkout the livestream tomorrow! Read the official press release here: bit.ly/SchoolVouchers-100726
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Watch the livestream on Facebook now: facebook.com/share/v/1HowR4u…
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Breaking: Travis County District Judge grants a temporary restraining order in the Roberson case, validating the legislative subpoena and preventing TDCJ from preventing him from testifying -- thus, blocking his execution scheduled in less than 90 minutes. Expecting AG to appeal
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#AutismAcceptanceMonth is almost here! Autism Acceptance Month kicks off on April 1st and we are proud to celebrate our Autism community. Check out some ways to connect with as well as support the important work we do here at AST: bit.ly/AST-AAM2024 #TheConnectionIsYou
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Our February newsletter is out! Read the AST newsletter now 📰 mailchi.mp/texasautismsociet… Stay informed on what's happening at AST by subscribing to our newsletter: texasautismsociety.org/subsc… #Newsletter #Autism #TheConnectionIsYou
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We need Volunteers for our @austinmarathon aid station on Sunday, 2/18/24! *The volunteer t-shirt deadline is 2/8/24!* Join us at our Aid Station in East Austin at Mile 19! Sign up: tinyurl.com/VolunteerASTMara… #TheConnectionIsYou #volunteer #TeamAutism
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Nearly five million direct care workers who support adults and people with disabilities make up the largest workforce in the U.S. and are only paid slightly over minimum wage. See more on this story from Houston PBS at the link. pbs.org/newshour/show/whats-…

What's behind the shortage of workers who support people with disabilities

The nearly five million direct care workers who support older adults and people with disabilities are the largest workforce in the U.S. But despite high demand, many are paid little more than minimum...

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Take action to protect programs that support people with disabilities including Autism. Complete @AutismSociety's action alert in just seconds: votervoice.net/AutismSociety… #TheConnectionIsYou #AutismAdvocacy
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Congratulations to our 2024 Philanthropy Day Honorees! Join us to celebrate these incredible philanthropists at the Philanthropy Day Awards on Tuesday, April 30 at The Paramount Theatre! See our full list of honorees and snag your sponsorship or seat at afpaustin.org/philanthropy-d…
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Our January newsletter is out! Read the AST newsletter now 📰 mailchi.mp/texasautismsociet… Stay informed on what's happening at AST by subscribing to our newsletter: texasautismsociety.org/subsc… #Newsletter #Autism #TheConnectionIsYou
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AST has 25 active support groups across the state for Autistic adults & children as well as their loved ones. Help us create even more connections in the Texas Autism community by making a gift: bit.ly/AST-Give-Today See our upcoming groups: texasautismsociety.org/calen…
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Join us at Noon on 01/11/24 for our Facebook Live Seminars Across the Spectrum presentation, "Toilet Training Strategies & Resources For All Ages". RSVP on Facebook to be notified when we go live: bit.ly/SATS-011124 #AutismEducation #AutismResources #FreeEvent
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It's Season of Giving - the time of year where we ask each individual in our community for their support in whatever amount they are able. Now thru 12/31, your impact will be doubled thanks to a $2500 match from the Hart Family! Double your impact now: bit.ly/AST-Give-Today
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Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Autism Society of TX! Thank you for being a part of our AST family ❤️ We have so much to be thankful for this year, so we want to take a moment to share & give thanks this #Thanksgiving: mailchi.mp/texasautismsociet… #Thankful #Grateful #Community
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It's National Information & Referrals Day! Thanks to our amazing Navigating Autism team who field calls & emails from around TX & offer guidance & support to families & Autistic adults in English & Spanish. Thank you Miriam, Valeria, Adriana & Ann! #TheConnectionIsYou #Grateful
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Our AST Holiday Party is coming up fast on Saturday, December 2nd at the Boys and Girls Club of Austin! Learn more & RSVP here: AST-Holiday2023.eventbrite.c… #HolidayParty #Do512Family #AutismEvent
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Check out this story from KXAN News on vouchers which features our Executive Director, Jacquie Benestante! kxan.com/news/texas-politics… #TheConnectionIsYou #AutismAcceptance #Sped #TXLege
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Please let your legislators know you oppose ESAs/vouchers in HB 1 & SB 1 by completing our quick Advocacy Alert here: votervoice.net/AutismSociety…
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