Families and individuals seeking resources and support for autism are invited to the St. Louis County Library’s Community Autism Expo on Saturday, April 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Clark Family Branch. This free event will feature over 40 local organizations offering valuable information and services tailored for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families.
Now in its sixth year, the Expo has grown significantly, doubling the number of participating organizations. This year’s event will focus on providing essential resources, especially for young adults transitioning into adulthood. Representatives from local support agencies will be available to discuss their programs and answer questions.
Some of the participating organizations include:
- AB Spectrum
- Artists First
- Autism Support Now
- Black Autism Support Network
- Easterseals Midwest
- Legal Services of Eastern Missouri
- Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis
- St. Louis Arc
- Vocational Rehabilitation
- And many more.
In addition to connecting with community organizations, attendees will learn about St. Louis County Library’s autism-friendly programs and resources, such as Sensory Story Time, which provides a calm and inclusive reading environment, and Sensory Bags, designed to help reduce sensory overload for visitors.
The Clark Family Branch is located at 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63131. The Expo is free and open to the public.
For more details, visit www.slcl.org/events/community-autism-expo.