Welcome to the Family Autism Center!

a program of South Norfolk County Arc

Learn about our programs and services

The families, professional staff and volunteers of the Family Autism Center are dedicated to:

• Empowering and supporting families with members affected by an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Educating the general community about the value, needs, abilities and positive social contributions of persons with an ASD.
• Transforming negative social images of person with an ASD into positive ones.
• Promoting humanitarian, community-based living alternatives to institutionalization.
• Creating high quality programs, services and environments for all persons with an ASD and their families.
• Ensuring equitable treatment for all individuals, regardless of disability.
• Protecting the rights and dignity of persons with an ASD.
• Empowering individuals with an ASD and their families to advocate for themselves.