Who Can Participate in Austen's Autistic Adventures? 

Anyone on the Autism Spectrum aged 16 or Over 

Our program is primarily designed for anyone on the autism spectrum aged 16 or over. 

Prior to going attending any event, class, or job training session, our team needs to meet you and your adult child. We will have a "get to know you" form to complete, as well as a waiver of liability that everyone must complete before trips can be taken. 

While it is our sincere hope to offer our service to any person aged 16 or older on the spectrum, violent behavior towards self or others, as well as being overly-abusive speech, may not be something we are equipped for, as is the case for medical needs beyond our knowledge or abilities; please plan to accompany your (teen/adult) child if his or her behavior is too much for our team members. We reserve the right to admit (or deny) admission to anyone at our discretion. A waiver or liability and acknowledgement of our policies is required prior to attendance.
 

Do Parents or Caregivers Need to Attend? 

The answer is “maybe.” Until our team becomes comfortable with member attending without support, someone will need to attend with your child.

What Services Does Austen's Autistic Adventures Offer and How Much Do They Cost? 

Events: Monday through Friday, typically two hours in length. Our “usual” meeting time is 1:30-3:30. (Sometimes, morning, evening, or weekend events occur but these are infrequent.)

Daily Events or Classes: Events include activities like swimming, bowling, board games and more. Classes include cooking, acting, painting, Spanish, Etiquette, and more.

Costs range from $20-40 depending on length of outing and type of activity. Please note that the cost ALWAYS INCLUDES ANY ADMISSION FEES. 

Events and classes are listed ONLY on Facebook. Our events page is private. To see the group in action, visit our public Facebook page.

After an interview and admission to the program, you will be given access to the Events page.

Transportation: It is your responsibility to get your member to events, both to and from activities. If you need help getting a DART special needs pass, or a reliable car service, we can assist you in finding the right choice.  

All caregivers for members must sign a release of liability prior to going on any trips.  A photo release is required.

Supervision and Attendance 

Events: The ratio for members to adults for field trips will always be 2-1. Once slots are filled, that day will be "blacked out." Events are typically limited to twelve members.

Payment: All events must be paid by the day they take place, but, of course, you may pay in advance. PayPal is the preferred method of payment: jamie@autismadventures.org