North Carolina Autism Grants
North Carolina is fortunate to have various grants available for those with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families. Grants' purposes range from research and teaching to summer camp and natural disaster assistance. You can apply for these grants if you or a family member has an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis or if you are involved in teaching those diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
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Research Grants
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Thanks in large part to the world-renowned Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication related handicapped Children (TEACCH) program at the University of North Carolina's School of Medicine, research grants are readily available in North Carolina. TEACCH conducts training and provides consultation for teachers and supports research studies including psychological, educational and biomedical. In addition, the UNC-CH Department of Allied Health Science hosts the Autism Master's Training Grant that is funded by the U.S. Office of Special Education Programs within the US Department of Education.
Grants for Teachers
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The Autism Society of North Carolina area chapters offer myriad grant opportunities. In particular, area chapters offer grants to teachers who serve the autism community. For example, the Durham County chapter offers "In the Community Grants" for lead teachers of elementary, middle and high school separate-setting autism classrooms.
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Grants for Summer Camp
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The Autism Society of North Carolina has some scholarships for Camp Royall, which is the nation's largest residential summer camp program for people with autism. The 133-acre facility located near Pittsboro, NC serves nearly 400 individuals. The camp is an invaluable opportunity for recreational, therapeutic and educational experience. In addition, Camp Royall provides a respite for families and educational training for students and professionals who wish to pursue careers serving autistic individuals.
Grants for Catastrophic Life Events
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Autism Cares supports individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families during times of natural disasters and other catastrophic life events. The organization knows that families with autistic children need more resources to recover from life-challenging events and through its consortium of partners it seeks to provide resources for specialized support.
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References
- University of North Carolina School of Medicine: Introduction to TEACCH
- University of North Carolina School of Medicine; Frequently Asked Questions about the Autism Grant
- Autism Cares: Home Page
- Autism Society of North Carolina: Summer Camp
- The Autism Society of North Carolina-Durham County Chapter: 2010-11 Community Grant
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