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
Aba’s Falafel
Offering a PECS menu, for website & in restaurant
Aroi Thai Restaurant
Advanced ordering option
Bread Alone
Offering Sensory Kits, reduced wait times via calling ahead for seating in the dining room
Buns Burgers
Offering sensory hours (3PM to 5PM), advanced ordering/pick up & space for movement
Episcopal Church of the Messiah
Sensory kit and picture communication key ring available
Hammertown (Rhinebeck)
Offering Sensory Kits
Hudson Valley Magazine
Published articles for ACA & ASC
Kroeg
Offering Sensory Kits and a quiet space
Land of Oz Toys
Offering haircuts in a quiet and safe environment
Megabrain Comics
Offering Sensory Kits
Mid-Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union
Completed the Autism Supportive Environment℠ Training
Northern Dutchess Hospital
Offering Sensory Kits in the Emergency Room, painted two treatment rooms to alleviate exposure to crowds and noise
