New Effingham Autism Support Group
Tuesday, October 13th, 2009A new group called Spectrum and More Support (SAMS) in Effingham County is for those diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum, anyone experiencing social difficulties – with or without a clinical diagnosis – and for their family and friends. The goal is to provide an informal social and inter-personal networking opportunity.
The next group’s meeting will be 3-5 PM Sun., Nov. 8, at the Holiday Inn Express, 7210 Hwy 21 at I-95 N, Exit 109 in Port Wentworth. The guest speaker will be: Ruthie-Marie Beckwith, Ph.D., Executive Director of
Tennessee Microboards Association.
Ruthie-Marie Beckwith, Ph.D. a consultant with Employment First Georgia will show ways that individuals can turn the need for a product or service in their local communities into their own self-employment opportunities. Basic tips on how to get started will be provided along with info on where to obtain additional support in Georgia.
For more info., contact: Vicki Wilkerson at 912-661-1418 or Janet Corbett at 912-728-4616