SARRC Names New Clinical Services Director, Amy Kenzer, PhD, BCBA-D
The Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) has appointed Amy Kenzer, PhD, BCBA-D, as its Clinical Services Director, effective June 3, 2013. Dr. Kenzer assumes the position now held by Daniel Openden, PhD, BCBA-D, who will be ascending to the position of SARRC President/CEO as of July 1, 2013. As Clinical Services Director, Dr. Kenzer […]
Think Asperger’s
Asperger's Disorder (AD) is an autism spectrum disorder characterized by social difficulties, communication differences, and restricted interests and unusual patterns of behavior. Children with AD are often overlooked. Their language development, while sometimes odd, is not delayed. There may be no obvious cognitive impairment. Children who are left undiagnosed and untreated often struggle with depression, […]
Highlights from the 15th Annual SARRC Community Breakfast
2013 SARRC Community Breakfast Thanks to everyone who attended our 15th Annual Community Breakfast. We look forward to seeing you again next year!
Sprouts Farmers Market Will Raise Awareness During Annual Autism Speaks Puzzle Piece Campaign
Sprouts Farmers Markets, one of the largest and fastest growing natural foods retailers in the country, will once again host a two-week Autism Speaks Puzzle Piece Campaign to raise funds and awareness for the autism community beginning February 27. Autism Speaks is the world's leading autism science and advocacy organization dedicated to funding autism research, […]
Exciting news from SARRC
SARRC Names New President & CEO as Part of Leadership Succession Plan We are pleased to share important news with you involving SARRC's leadership. For the last few years, Jeri Kendle, SARRC President, has been working with the SARRC Board of Directors to create a leadership development and succession plan. This week, SARRC is announcing […]
SARRC Adults with Autism Bake Their Way to Self-Sufficiency in 2013
The Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC) is set to launch a new program in collaboration with the Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (ADDPC), which will advance self-sufficiency and promote independence for adults with autism. Through a $91,568 grant provided by the ADDPC in a competitive bidding process, SARRC will expand its entrepreneurial training […]
Catch SARRC’s Danny Openden on Autism Spectrum Radio
SARRC’s Vice President and Clinical Services Director, Daniel Openden, Ph.D., BCBA-D, will be joining Dr. Bill Frea on Autism Spectrum Radio to discuss parent training and SARRC’s Community School. To tune in to this exciting segment, visit Voice America’s Health and Wellness Channel at the link below June 5th at 11:00am (PST). If you’re unable […]
“A Grand Adventure”
On May 30, 2012, Keith "Casey" Callahan and his dog, Boomer, are heading out on an adventure of a lifetime. A carpenter for over 44 years and devoted AZ Diamondbacks fan, Casey recently retired and plans to spend the summer traveling around the country visiting national parks, historical monuments and major league ballparks. "The trip […]
Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation Awards the Grand Slam Award to SARRC for 2010 – [VIDEO]
The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation has awarded their 2010 Grand Slam Award to the Southwest Autism Research and Resource Center (SARRC):
Radio Interview with Dr. Daniel Openden
Hear a recent episode of Sunday Sunrise with Vicky Carmona which aired on October 23rd on Phoenix radio stations KMLE Country 108, 94.5 KOOL FM & 101.5 JAMZ. This approximately 20-minute interview features SARRC's Dr. Daniel Openden responding to questions about SARRC and autism in general and discusses the upcoming Walk Now for Autism Speaks. […]