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Autism Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All — What Valley Families Should Know
Daily Independent Article; Phoenix, AZ
April is Autism Acceptance Month - a time to celebrate neurodiversity and recognize that autism not just a diagnosis, but an identity, a community, and a lived experience shaped by both challenges and strengths. In this article, Dr. Ramiz Audi, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist at Southwest Autism Center of Excellence, shares key insights about autism and emphasizes the vital importance of early diagnosis.
Southwest Behavioral & Health Services Designated an Autism Spectrum Disorder Center of Excellence Program
The Standard Article; Kingman, AZ
Mercy Care has designated Southwest Behavioral & Health Services a 2023 Autism Spectrum Disorder Center of Excellence Program. The innovative leader in behavioral health received recognition for the organization’s dedication and commitment to serving the community's most vulnerable members in addition to its work with the most complex members with autism diagnoses and their families to keep the children in the community.
Southwest Autism Center of Excellence: 5-Year Anniversary & Fall Festival
KDUS Radio Segment; Phoenix, AZ
Autism Facts
Up the Hill Article; Goodyear, AZ
This year marks the 5-year anniversary of Southwest Behavioral & Health Services' Southwest Autism Center of Excellence (SACE). To celebrate this milestone, we're spreading the word and sharing 10 surprising facts about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Southwest Autism Center Of Excellence Seeks Donations For 5-Year Anniversary Celebration
Arizona Health and Living Article; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Autism Center of Excellence (SACE) is celebrating its 5-year anniversary with a Fall Festival. SACE is a program of Southwest Behavioral & Health Services (SB&H), a non-profit organization. SACE is asking the community for monetary donations, prizes and silent auction items where proceeds will benefit SACE programming and services. Donations can be dropped off by Oct. 15 at the SACE Osborn location at 3329 E. Osborn Phoenix, AZ 85013.
Raising Arizona Kids September Digital Issue - Southwest Autism Center of Excellence
Raising Arizona Kids Feature; Phoenix, AZ
Southwest Autism Center of Excellence was one of many community resources featured in the September digital issue of Raising Arizona Kids magazine; this "Special Needs Resources" issue includes a directory of resources offering help for children with learning differences and resources for families with disabled or medically fragile children, as well as tips for what parents can do to get help for children who are struggling in school.
Go Beyond Autism Awareness This Month
When Rebekah McConnell's daughter Sarah turned nine, she was diagnosed with pervasive developmental and attention deficit disorder, followed by Asperger’s and anxiety. After a bit of research, they discovered Southwest Autism Center of Excellence, a collaborative effort of Southwest Behavioral & Health Services and Southwest Human Development. April is Autism Awareness Month, and Rebekah's hope is that rather than just making people aware of the fact that autism exists, that everyone would take the extra step and promote acceptance and inclusion in schools and communities.
For Mesa Family, Autism Has Posed a Challenge; Help Found Through the Southwest Autism Center of Excellence
Molly Arriaga, whose daughter Alexandra enjoys many of the things that other 17-year-olds enjoy despite the challenges of autism, shares the story of how her family found help through the Southwest Autism Center of Excellence, a collaborative effort of Southwest Behavioral & Health Services and Southwest Human Development.
Autism "Center of Excellence" Opens in Phoenix
Autism "centers of excellence" are opening up around the Valley, hoping to ease the burden on families by providing a variety of resources and care under one roof. The Southwest Autism Center of Excellence opens Tuesday near the I-17 and Cactus.
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