The Western Wisconsin Autism Advocacy & Consulting Center, Inc. (WWAACC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization developed by parents & family members of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. WWAACC's mission is to empower, educate and support families, caregivers, educators, and service providers of children with ASD, and to provide resources and information in order for parents to make informed decisions regarding the needs of their child. While our organization focuses on families in the Western Wisconsin area, we hope our website may also be helpful to others looking for resources to benefit individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
BEER in the Caves for WWAACC June 23
WWAACC's Annual FUNdraiser JUNE 23rd
NEW EVENT and NEW VENUE
Join us in celebrating all that WWAACC aspires to do in
Western Wisconsin by enjoying Wisconsin made beer and food!
2:00 - 5:00pm $30/person with pre-registration ($35 at the door).
Register and pay TODAY to reserve your place at this event! PAY now to secure your space.
Watch Us!
Look at what we do for the autism community!
Peer Groups
In collaboration with local area professionals serving the autism community and the Hudson YMCA, WWAACC is pleased to offer peer groups again this fall. These monthly groups provide an opportunity for youth to enjoy social and recreational activities with their peers.
2nd Tuesday of the month 1st - 5th grade:
6:15 - 7:30pm Teen Center (enter in the backside of the Y)
April 10th, May 8th, and June 12th
3rd Tuesday of the month 6th grade and up
6:30 - 8:00pm Teen Center (enter in the backside of the Y)
April 17th, May 15th, and June 19th
All Groups are Facilitated by WEAP (Wisconsin Early Autism Project)
Fee: $10/group activity night, or $25/session of three group activity nights (to cover program costs, materials and supplies) Location: Hudson YMCA - 2211 Vine Street, Hudson WI Parent/Guardian Presence Required: A parent or legal guardian must remain at the YMCA during the activities.
Viewing of "Autistic License" on Tuesday April 24th
REGISTER TODAY FOR OUR FREE WWAACCSHOPS!
April 24, 2012 "Autistic License" Screening and Q & A with the playwright Stacey Dinner-Levin and her husband and actor Michael Levin Join us to view an incredible production that gives the audience a candid view of the life of a family whose son has autism. This new video production from the original award winning play by Stacey Dinner-Levin is based on her family's story. Stacey and her husband Michael with be here with us to talk about their experience and answer questions.
May 29, 2012 Behavioral Reinforcement Workshop: Make n take visual supports. Presenter: Katie Gleason, WEAP
Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm
Fee: Donations will be accepted at the door
Location: Faith Community Church - Community Room 777 Carmichael Road, Hudson, WI (North of Interstate 94 on Carmichael Road)
Childcare: Parents can contact a WWAACC about childcare needs (subject to availability of volunteers; must register for childcare 2 days in advance) Refreshments will be served.
THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE PARTICIPATING RESTAURANTS AND
CARD-HOLDERS FOR SUPPORTING THE AUTISM COMMUNITY!
While there was only one winner, all of the restaurants and their burgers
were terrific, and can be enjoyed all year!
Agave Kitchen
Dick's Bar & Grill
Uncle Mike's M Pour E Yum
Village Inn
Season's Tavern
WWAACC Resource Room
OPEN BY APPOINTMENT. CONTACT US TO SCHEDULE A TIME WITH A VOLUNTEER!
The WWAACC Resource Room contains books, videos and materials related to Autism Spectrum Disorders, as well as a personal computer with Boardmaker software for parents to create visual schedules and guides to support communication with their child.
The resource room will be available to parents and caregivers at: 901 4th Street, Hudson, WI 54016. Contact a WWAACC volunteer at
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or 715- 381-8454 to schedule a time to access our resources, lending library, Boardmaker software, etc.
Please understand that we are a volunteer organization, and that from time to time, our volunteers may experience unavoidable scheduling conflicts. Please contact us to schedule a time that will accommodate your needs.
WWAACC is not a legal services agency and cannot provide legal advice or legal representation. Any information on this website is not intended as legal advice and should not be used as a substitution for legal advice.
Volunteer Support Parents
The Western Wisconsin Autism Advocacy & Consulting Center (WWAACC) is collaborating with Parent to Parent of Wisconsin to train parents of children with ASD (Autism, PDD, Asperger’s) to become support parents to other parents of children with ASD. Parents raising children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) can provide a unique kind of support that cannot come from any other source. Connecting with and receiving support from another parent who has been there can be one of the most empowering experiences for parents as they make their way through their journey.
