Autism Supportive Community
With funding awarded from the Thomas Thompson Trust, we collaborated with Village of Rhinebeck leaders to support their effort to establish the Village of Rhinebeck as the first Autism Supportive Community (ASC) in the region.
Click here to watch a video about Rhinebeck’s #justonething Autism Supportive Community initiative
Businesses and organizations in the Village of Rhinebeck have incorporated at least one supportive practice (aka #1Thing) as part of the growing inclusivity initiative.
Click here to learn more about the Autism Supportive Community Program
For more information regarding becoming an Autism Supportive Community, please contact our Consulting Department
Phone: (845) 889-9616
Completed Pledges
Offering Sensory Kits
Reduced noise in the dining space, now offering take-out lunch and curb-side pickup as well as limited wait times
Offering Sensory Kits, reduced wait times and creating volunteer positions and visual supports
All Village police vehicles are equipped with Autism Awareness Kits (sensory items & noise cancelling headphones)
Offering Sensory Kits, creating volunteer opportunities, offering reduced wait times and eliminated safety hazards
Offering Sensory Kits
Offering Sensory Kits & a quiet space with no music
Offering reduced wait times
Since 2007, Anderson Center Consulting and Training (ACCT), an affiliate of Anderson Center for Autism, has partnered with businesses, organizations, preschools, school districts, government agencies, first responders, families, caregivers, and individuals to provide expert consultation and training designed to enhance the quality of life for autistic and neurodivergent people.