Community Involvement

Steve actively supports Community Resources for People with Autism.

Community Resources for People with Autism provides support, information, and practical help for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families living in Western Massachusetts.

Community Resources was founded in 1989 by parents of children with autism.  Their goal was to help families, schools, professionals, agencies and communities understand autism, promote the well-being of individuals with autism, and foster their inclusion in the community.

Their goal today remains to help families build on their strengths, work together to create a positive vision for the future, and help their children learn, grow, and be welcomed, fully included members of their communities.

Steve is also an active member of The Special Needs Alliance. 

The Special Needs Alliance is a national, non-profit organization committed to helping individuals with disabilities, their families, and the professionals who represent them.

Upcoming Events:

October, 2010  Steve is sponsoring a Fall hayride for the children and families served by Community Resources for People with Autism at McCray’s Farm in South Hadley, MA.  

Past Events:

March 2009  Pittsfield- Berkshire Disability Pride Day- Steve was available to answer questions to families and individuals impacted by disabilities in the company of 33 agencies and groups organized to provide services.

April 2009 Williamstown- Steve was on hand for questions about Special Needs Planning at the SPROUT Traveling Film Festival, featuring work by and about people with disabilities, and an art show of work by people with disabilities.

October 2009- Steve attended NYSARC's 60th Annivesary Convention in Albany to increase awareness of the importance of Special Needs Planning. 

January 2010 Dalton- Transition Seminar presentation by Steve and Ben Smith, local attorney.

February 2010 Dalton- Community Resources for People with Autism Transition Fair. Steve was present to answer your questions about financial and estate planning for families with special needs and considerations.

April 2010 Holyoke-Annual Conference of Community Resources for People with Autism.  Steve exhibited Special Needs Planning information at this event.