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Anderson Center Consulting & Training

Anderson Center Consulting & Training

Anderson Center for Autism has unveiled a new brand specific to its consulting and training efforts. Previously referred to as Anderson Center Consulting, that arm of Anderson Center for Autism will now be called Anderson Center Consulting & Training (ACCT)!

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Capital Region Hiring

We are hiring in New York's Capital Region!

Do you want to make a difference? Anderson Center for Autism employs nearly 900 people in professional and paraprofessional fields with many opportunities for learning and growth for interested individuals, from our neighborhood and around the world.

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Dec32023

Holiday Craft Fair

Holiday Craft Fair

Autism Community

Join us for our annual Craft Fair event on our main campus in Staatsburg, NY!

9:00am - 4:00pm EST

4885 Route 9
Staatsburg, New York 12564 United States

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Dec142023

Anderson Center for Autism General Tour

Anderson Center for Autism General Tour

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Interested in learning more about our children's programs and services? Sign up for our tour!

10:00am - 12:00pm EST

4885 Route 9
Staatsburg, New York 12580 United States

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Dec142023

ECHO Autism Best Practices Virtual Information Session

ECHO Autism Best Practices Virtual Information Session

Autism Community

Join us for the next ECHO Autism Best Practices Virtual Session!

12:00pm - 1:30pm EST

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    "We instantly knew that AELA was the facility for us. Our son was provided with specialized care, in a traditional style classroom. One year ago our son was non-verbal, today, he is putting sentences together, and able to make his needs known."
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    Jen W.

    Anderson Parent

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    "We appreciate everything the staff do to make our son safe & comfortable. It has been a difficult transition for us, but knowing that he is in capable hands means the world to us!"
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    Bill P.

    Anderson Parent

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    "We want to say thank you to the wonderful staff… they go above and beyond to make the home a wonderful place to live and thrive for our son"

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    Margaret Z.

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    "Since Ken joined Food School at ACA, I noticed he is less resistant to interacting with new foods. Our family mealtimes are more interactive & funny. The program was very helpful!"
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    Kim F.

    Anderson Parent

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    "I'm a rockstar!"
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    Kyla P.

    Former Anderson Student

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    "I'm close with my brother Riley. Having him live away from home is difficult but ACA has made it easier for my family, because we know how much Riley & other students are cared for..."

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    Abby E.

    Anderson Sibling

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    "Anderson was not around the corner, it is 150 miles away from us. But, once we came here, we knew it was home for him"
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    Barbara C.

    Anderson Parent

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    "Letting your child go is painful, but once your child is here you will quickly see, that you will become part of Anderson too"

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    Tondra L.

    Anderson Parent

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    "In the past 10 years between my staff and friends, I've really felt more comfortable and safe than I ever have"

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    Dylan A.

    Anderson Resident

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    "He's loved, and he's cared for, and that's very very beautiful to see"

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    Nicole B.

    Anderson Parent

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    "Because of Anderson I was able to go back to work about 5 years ago. Jack had such an awesome experience and he grew so much. Anderson will always remain in our hearts."

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    Jeanine G.

    Former Anderson Parent