Welcome

The Oakland County Chapter was founded in 1985 by a group of concerned parents. Today it is one of over 200 Chapters of the Autism Society of America (ASA). The ASA is the oldest autism advocacy group in the country. The Oakland County Chapter is also one of 13 Chapters in Michigan. The Oakland County chapter is made up of over 200 members. Our membership is open to all those who care about people with autism. The Board of Directors is a volunteer body elected by the membership.

Our Mission

To advocate for meaningful participation in all aspects of life for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families who reside in Oakland County, Michigan.

Announcements & Upcoming Events

Go Check It Out! 2008 ASA-OCC Oakland County Library Project

Hundreds of books and DVDs were donated to Oakland County public libraries in April 2008. The goal of this project was to provide free up-to-date information in 13 different ASD related subject areas to the general public. These 75 titles, valued at almost $9,000, are available at either your local Oakland County library or through interlibrary loan. A c omplete listing of these new resources is available

Special Education Dispute Resolution

The ASA-OCC collaborated with four other organizations to create a new parent-friendly helpful document entitled: Special Education Informal Dispute Resolution Processes, An Oakland County Parent's Guide. In only three pages, the basics of communicating effectively with the school, requesting a service for your child, IEPT meetings, Facilitated IEPT Meetings, Local Resolution Processes and Mediation are explained. We hope you find the color coded flowchart and hot links easy to use and reference. Early Resolution is the Best Solution!

Lost and Found

Four Video Disks were left at the Friendship club meeting on April 19. To claim them, please email your name and phone number to chapterinfo@asaoakland.org.

Save the date: Monday September 8

ASA/OCC will host its 13th annual golf outing at Walnut Creek Country Club.

We are seeking sponsors. Packages that include visibility for your organization, golf participation and other benefits are available.

For more information, email Sally McInnes at chapterinfo@asaoakland.org

This outing will celebrate a $1,000,000 milestone over the last 13 years. The 2008 Charter Sponsors are:
Walbridge
ArvinMeritor
Center Line Electric, Inc.
Commercial Contracting Group

ASA/OCC now maintains an event page for ASD-related events across Southeast Michigan

Event Calendar