JumpStart Program Guides a Family on Their Autism Journey
When Beca found out that her 4-year-old son Miles was diagnosed with autism, she called a friend to share the news and seek advice. Little did she know that one […]
Early Intervention Changes Lives
When 4-year-old Ethan was diagnosed with autism at 18 months old, his parents Matt and Beth knew that early intervention services would help him to reach his fullest potential. The […]
SARRC Elects Michael Bill to Board of Directors
Michael H. Bill, the CEO of MJ Insurance, has been elected to Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center’s (SARRC) board of directors. “Our board of directors are an integral part […]
Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center Wins Bid to Open Cafe at Burton Barr Central Library
The Phoenix City Council approved a contract permitting Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC) to occupy vacant café space located inside Burton Barr Central Library. The five-year contract permits […]
Beneficial Beans Internships Help Pave the Road to Independence
This year was life changing for Kristopher, a 22-year-old adult with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In the spring, after being connected to Beneficial Beans, SARRC’s social enterprise program, he embarked […]
SARRC and Botanica at the Farm at South Mountain announce new partnership
Nationally, more than 90 percent of adults with autism (ASD) are unemployed or underemployed, but Beneficial Beans—a social enterprise business of Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC)—is working on […]
Video Highlights Beneficial Beans’ Products with a Purpose
Beneficial Beans, SARRC's social enterprise business, does more than just sell coffee products – it provides hope to adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Beneficial Beans provides an opportunity for interns […]
Autism Speaks Walk in Partnership with SARRC Raises $875,000
On Sunday, October 23, more than 20,000 people from across the state gathered at Tempe Beach Park in support of the Autism Speaks Walk in Partnership with SARRC. The annual […]
Early Diagnosis and Continued Services Help A Family on Their Autism Journey
When experts talk about autism, they note that early diagnosis and intervention can often make a world of difference. This is true for Chandler family Jenn, George and their 5-year-old […]
Central Arizona Family Benefits from Intensive Parent Training at SARRC
Like most four years olds, John Michael of Bagdad, Arizona is a “giant bundle of energy,” according to his mom, Jennifer, a special education teacher. “He [John Michael] is outgoing, […]