About The Autism Awareness Walk

The Autism Awareness Walk started right here in Plattsburgh, NY in 2005 through the dedication of local parents, volunteers, and community businesses.  It is a non-competitive walk dedicated to raising awareness of autism and raising funds for local programs .  The walk is not timed and walkers can walk all or part of the distance.  The walk route is wheelchair accessible and we welcome strollers.

The Autism Awareness Walk is a non-competitive walk dedicated to raising awareness of autism and raising funds for local programs.

Nexus is a local social competence program for children with autism spectrum disorders.  It offers a structured after-school program that meets weekly on the campus of Plattsburgh State University.  Graduate and undergraduate psychology students, as well as volunteer professionals from community schools, work under the supervision of Dr. Pat Egan to teach social skills and self-management strategies to Nexus participants.  The program serves students with diagnoses of autism or related disorders.  Nexus is currently located in Sibley Hall.  Dr. Egan can be reached at (518) 564-3381 or eganp@plattsburgh.edu.

2009 walk event

Autism Awareness Walk 2009
Sunday, April 19th, 2009
PARC Oval, Plattsburgh, NY

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contact us

Autism Awareness Walk
P.O. Box 1036
Dannemora, NY 12929

E-Mail:
plattsburghwalk@aol.com


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