ABOUT THE AUTISM SOCIETY The Mission The mission of the Autism Society of Greater Cleveland is to serve the autism community by providing information, coordinating support services, and facilitating communication for the benefit of those with Autism Spectrum Disorder from diagnosis through adulthood. Our Vision The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland can empower the autism community to make the Greater Cleveland area the best place to live for those with ASD. Our Values • Parents are the ultimate decision-makers as to what is best for their children. • People with autism can lead productive lives. • There are ways to improve the lives of people with autism. • We welcome all therapies without advocating any one of them. • We believe we can overcome barriers to opportunities for people with autism through education. Who We Are The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland is a chapter of the Autism Society of America. We are parents, grandparents, individuals with autism and other family members, friends and professionals who work with individuals with autism. What We Do The goal of this Chapter is to help parents, caregivers, individuals with autism and professionals grow in understanding so that you may comfortably and confidently work together toward brighter futures. We cannot take your place. You have an important role to play in ensuring the best possible outcomes for individuals with autism. Our efforts are aimed at helping you to make the best decisions possible. We function as a catalyst for change by providing you with the support and the very latest information, so that your insight and talents are able to be used to their fullest potential. "To serve the autism community by providing information, coordinating support services, and facilitating communication for the benefit of those with Autism Spectrum Disorders from diagnosis through adult