South Carolina Autism Society Hosts Charleston Respite Event for Families Caring for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder December 5th
November 5, 2014
Friday, December 5 from 6 to 9 pm ~
CHARLESTON, SC – The South Carolina Autism Society will host its Charleston Respite Event for families caring for children with special needs. The free event will take place on Friday, December 5 from 6 to 9 pm at the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry located at 25 Ann Street, Charleston, SC. Availability is limited to 75 children with autism spectrum disorder, and their siblings.
The children will enjoy many rooms for imaginative play including a castle and pirate ship, art room, market, and more! Snacks will be provided. RSVP by Friday, November 28. You can register at https://charleston-respite-2014.eventbrite.com or contact Sarah at 803.750.6988 orsarah@scautism.org.
“We are pleased to offer this three hours of respite in Charleston for family members and caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorders,” said Kim Thomas, president & CEO of South Carolina Autism Society. “Parents will have a chance to go Christmas shopping, run errands, or relax however they choose. Children will be engaged in arts and crafts, and other great imaginative play activities.”
About South Carolina Autism Society (SCAS)
The SCAS is the only state-wide organization advocating for children and adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their families. SCAS provides assistance, education, services, and resources to improve the lives of individuals affected by autism. Every dollar that SCAS raises stays in South Carolina to ensure that the nearly 70,000 individuals living in South Carolina with austism spectrum disorder have opportunities to achieve a quality of life comparable to their peers. The organization was chartered by the State of South Carolina in 1972. For more information on autism or the SCAS, please visit www.scautism.org.
