About Us

The Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin received our chapter status from the Autism Society of America in 1976. For over 30 years we have served as the primary Autism/Asperger Sydrome/PDD resource for Milwaukee, Waukesha, Racine, Kenosha, Dodge, Jefferson, Ozaukee, Walworth and Washington counties. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and your donations are tax deductible.

Services:

  • Information and Referral - Autism, PDD-nos, and Asperger Syndrome information provided to parents, professionals and the public.
  • Networking Opportunities.
  • Workshops, presentations and parent-to-parent forums.
  • Monthly workshops during the school year with expert speakers on topics our members request.
  • Monthly Support Groups - Connect with others and share information and experiences.

Benefits of Becoming a Member:

  • Access to our Lending Library - A comprehensive library on autism: books, audio and video tapes, research information, conference materials and resources.
  • Parent-to-Parent Resource Directory - A family support network.
  • Member or Family Events - Movie Screenings, holiday parties, social events.
  • Receive Our Bimonthly Newsletter
  • Receive The Autism Society of Wisconsin (ASW) Newsletter - Published quarterly.
  • You will be Eligible for ASSEW and ASW Conference Discounts.


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Staff

Board of Directors
Executive Committee
  • President, Alan Forbes
  • 1st Vice President, Dawn Schwartz
  • 2nd Vice President, Julie Arens
  • Treasurer, Patti Meerschaert
  • Secretary, Heather Eisenman
Directors
  • Lynn Brusnahan
  • Amy Mason
  • Howard Miller
  • Deborah Patel
  • Rosalie Valenti Tocco
  • Mark Cyganiak
  • Deb Berrang
  • Darren Bornemeier