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Autism is a serious neurological disorder that usually appears in the first two years of life and can cause severe impairment in language, cognition and communication. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 166 children is being diagnosed with Autism, a 1,354% increase between 1994-2002 according to the U.S. Department of Education. Autism is the fastest growing developmental disability in the United States today.
The TREACh foundation aims to provide funding for a wide variety of therapeutic and recreational services for autistic children from economically disadvantaged families, including, but not limited to, early intervention, speech, occupational, physical, gymnastics, music, art and equestrian, as well as family support services including counseling, advocacy and resource referrals. Funding for these services will be provided on a completely non-sectarian basis and without regard to gender, age, religion or national origin.
Our vision is to see every autistic child provided the care, education and resources necessary to reach their highest potential and to realize a society that is aware, accepting and embracing of the autistic population. |