Autism Resources & Events

• Surfers Healing – Free surf camps for autistic children held in several states, including NJ & NY.
• AMC Sensory-Friendly Films (Autism Society) – Monthly movie showings with adjusted lights and volume.
• Chuck E. Cheese’s Sensory-Friendly Sundays – Dimmed lights, quieter music, and trained staff at select locations.
• Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation (ASDF) – Offers summer camp scholarships, swim programs, and assistive technology grants.
• Easterseals – Free/low-cost camps, recreation, and therapy services through affiliates.
• Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) – Community events, youth meetups, and policy workshops led by autistic advocates.
• Daniel Jordan Fiddle Foundation – NJ-based foundation supporting recreational and vocational programming for teens and adults.
• Autism Society of America - A grassroots network with national helpline support, community events, state and local affiliates, and a service directory to find providers in any region.
• National Institute of Child Health & Human Development (NICHD) - Offers a Family Services Resource Guide and connections to local services and Autism Speaks chapters

• Autism Speaks – Finding Your Community – National database of support groups, events, and regional programs.

Communication Aids (AAC Tools)

• First/Then Boards

Fine & Gross Motor Skill Builders

• Melissa & Doug Lacing Beads
• Stacking Toys & Nesting Cups
• Balance Boards / Stepping Stones
• Indoor Mini Trampoline
• Therapy Putty

Emotional Regulation & Calming Tools

• Weighted Blankets / Vests
• Social Stories
• Feeling Faces Cards
• Calm Down Bottles
• Noise-Canceling Headphones

Educational & Focus Tools

• Visual Schedules & Timers

Specialist Retailers

• National Autism Resources
• Autism Speaks Toy Guide