The Importance of Early Diagnosis and Intervention of Autism Spectrum Disorder

Published on Jan. 31 in Arizona Parenting Magazine In the following article, Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center’s (SARRC) Chief Science Officer, Dr. Christopher J. Smith, discusses the importance of early […]
Now Enrolling: Mindfulness-Based Intervention Study for Teens with Autism

We are currently recruiting teens (ages 13 to 18) with ASD without intellectual disability (IQ of 70 or above) and at least one parent/caregiver to participate in a study of […]
A Day in the Life: Nicole Grum, Senior Behavior Therapist

Hello! My name is Nicole Grum, and I’m a senior behavior therapist at SARRC’s Phoenix Community School. I started my journey at SARRC almost five years ago as a part-time team member […]
SARRC Announces Three New Board Directors

Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) is pleased to welcome Lorrie Hochuli, Marc Isaacs and Charles Markle to its Board of Directors. Lorrie Hochuli | Hochuli Design and Remodeling […]
Coming Full Circle

When Jennifer Smith had concerns about her 6-year-old son Langston’s development, contacting Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center was an easy decision, as, throughout the span of 18 years, SARRC […]
SARRC Celebrates Second Annual YES Day for Autism at Tempe Beach Park

On Sunday, Oct. 23, Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) celebrated its second annual YES Day for Autism™ — a fundraising and awareness campaign, topped with a community event […]
Twins Find Growth in SARRC’s Community School

Leading into his first birthday, Linden McDaniel had achieved all the same milestones as his twin brother, Declan. “He did all the same things Declan did. He rolled over, sat […]
Finding Community through YES Day for Autism

Our second YES Day for Autism event is right around the corner! We are so grateful to all the teams that have been eagerly fundraising and getting everyone excited for […]
Prolific TikTok Singer/Songwriter, CG5 (Charlie Green) To Perform at SARRC’s YES Day for Autism™ Event

23-year-old CG5, Charlie Green, a prolific singer/songwriter and music producer from Arizona, will perform at SARRC’s second annual YES Day for Autism event on Sunday, Oct. 23 at Tempe Beach […]
A Day in the Life: Maggie Wade, Senior Behavior Therapist

Hello! My name is Maggie Wade, and I’m a Senior Behavior Therapist in SARRC’s Family and Community Services department. I originally started my journey in the Community School but made […]