2024 Walk for Autism presented by Delaware City Refining Company supporting Autism Delaware
2024 Walk for Autism presented by Delaware City Refining Company supporting Autism Delaware
Why Participate?
The Walk for Autism is the largest event for families affected by autism in Delaware. In 2006, the incidence of autism was 1 in 110 and now it's 1 in 36! The autism community needs support now more than ever.
Autism Delaware is committed to supporting those affected by autism for their lifetime. To do this we need your participation. Join a team, start a team, or give. Your participation makes a difference in the lives of local families.
The Walk for Autism is the largest event for families affected by autism in Delaware. In 2006, the incidence of autism was 1 in 110 and now it's 1 in 36! The autism community needs support now more than ever.
Autism Delaware is committed to supporting those affected by autism for their lifetime. To do this we need your participation. Join a team, start a team, or give. Your participation makes a difference in the lives of local families.
How Your Support Makes a Difference
Funds raised through the Walk for Autism help Autism Delaware provide vital programs and services. Our two largest programs are Family Support program and our adult services program.
We provide support for families with new autism diagnoses and families who need ongoing support through two programs, our Autism Care Team (ACT) program and our Family Navigation program. In both programs, our dedicated Family Navigators and Family Support Providers help families assess needs and design plans for children diagnosed with autism, focusing on how to put strategies and recommendations into action.
Our adult services are community-based and dedicated to helping adults with ASD find employment, volunteer opportunities, and other quality of life pursuits, and then supporting them in those activities to ensure their success. The program is a collaborative process that includes the individual served, families, our staff, and all other support staff members, to develop and implement a plan that addresses the individual’s support needs and meet individual goals.
For more information please visit our website at http://www.autismdelaware.org/
Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors
The Walk for Autism is Autism Delaware's largest event and community gathering. Funds raised through this event support individuals and families affected by autism throughout the state.
Over the last 17 years, the Walk has been a way for people and families to come together and show their support, acceptance and inclusion. This year we will again be hosting the Walk at two venues and we hope to see you there!
What’s Happening on Walk Day?
We listened to your feedback and will continue to have two walk start times. You can choose your preferred start time during your registration (9:00 am or 11:00 am).
1. Autism Delaware program staff will be on hand to meet you and connect you with the services we provide.
2. An Autism Services Section will feature representatives from state agencies like DDDS, SSI, DVR and more with information on programs that children and adults with autism may qualify for.
3. Food Trucks offering coffee, breakfast items and lunch will be there. Some are cash only so bring some $.
4. Sponsors offering goods, information or services of interest to our community.
5. Inflatable games for all to enjoy.
Please note that dogs are not permitted at either walk location - so leave your furry friends at home on walk day.