Autism NS: Cumberland

Autism NS: Cumberland Autism Nova Scotia was founded in 2002 to help Nova Scotians on the autism spectrum, families, profe Autism is four times more common in boys than girls.

This is a registered non-profit organization created by parents and run by a voluntary board of directors. This organization was created to promote awareness, provide resources and be a support for families affected
by autism. WHAT IS AUTISM...
Autism is the most common neurological disorder affecting children and one of the most common developmental disabilities affecting Canadians in general. ASDs change the way the brain processes information and can affect all aspects of a person's development. Classic autism usually appears during the first three years of life. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurological disorder resulting in developmental disability. This affects:
Communication
Social understanding
Behaviour, activities & interests
Each individual is unique - no one person with ASD responds or behaves exactly like another with the same diagnosis. 1 out of every 91 Children are Diagnosed with Autism. OUR MISSION...
To promote Autism Awareness, Advocate equality for our Children, and linking Families together for support. Working together to assist and empower Families affected with ASD. OUR VISION...
That people living with Autism Spectrum Disorders have the chance to achieve their full potential, have the opportunity to grow alongside their peers, and that
they and their families have access to the resources they so direly need! OUR RESOURCES...

Cumberland Early Intervention - Provides support for families with children of special needs. 667-8244

Cumberland Mental Health Services - Provides support and treatments for various mental health needs including autism. 667-3879

Public Health Services - Promote and protect health, prevent illness and achieve well being. 667-3319

Nova Scotia Hearing & Speech Centres - Prevent and reduce the impact of communication challenges. 667-1141

Maggie's Place- A Resource center for Families. 667-7250

OUR SLOGAN...

Let's Help put the pieces together and finish the puzzle! Contact Information :

Elaine Mazur - Chair/ Founder
phone: 902-230-2053
email: piecebypieceautismcumberland@live.ca
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09/25/2025
We want to know what you're interested in!
09/24/2025

We want to know what you're interested in!

We want to know what programming and activities you would like to have at our chapter!

09/18/2025

We are welcoming Leanne Taylor from Caregivers NS to share information to anyone caring and parenting youth ages 12-25 in our community! Meet our Family Support Worker, Jodie DesJardins, and check out our space here at Anchor!

We will be collaborating on future programming and we value your input and want you to see what we offer!
Call 902-334-5899 to register as we have our Recreation Therapist, Elise Fisher on site to provide activities and childcare during the session 🙂

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
🕐 Time: 5:30 - 6:30pm
👥 Ages: for caregivers
📍 Location: Anchor Youth Cumberland Space, 13 W Pleasant
Street
💸 Cost: Absolutely Free!

09/12/2025

Join us for Free Virtual Autism Education Sessions

Understanding Behaviour
• September 25, 10–11am
• October 17, 2–3pm

Toileting Skills
• September 29, 12–1pm
• October 17, 9–10am

These free sessions share practical, evidence-informed strategies from health professionals to help build confidence in supporting your child’s development and everyday routines.

Open to all families and caregivers. Hosted by the Provincial Preschool Autism Service (PPAS) – a partnership between IWK Health, Nova Scotia Health, Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia, and Autism Nova Scotia.

Save the dates and join us online.
https://iwkhealth.ca/provincial-preschool-autism-service/autism-education-series

Registration is full, but please stay tuned for new dates in the near future

09/10/2025
09/01/2025

Autism Nova Scotia's offices across the province are closed today for Labour Day.

We hope you have a happy and safe long weekend!

08/31/2025

The Government of Nova Scotia is hosting an info session on the Built Environment Accessibility Standard, and everyone’s invited!

Learn more about what this means for organizations, including the requirements, helpful reminders for accessibility, and additional information. The session will also include a Q&A period.

Date: September 12
Time: 1-2:30 p.m. (AT)
Location: Virtual

Register now: https://ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w9GK-Z50SJO7EpvRB1FkLw #/registration

Thank you for your support!
08/29/2025

Thank you for your support!

It was such a pleasure to hear about all the work supported by this year’s Wellness Funds.
Stay tuned for information on each of the projects.

08/12/2025

Due to the high weather temperatures this afternoon we are cancelling tonights youth group. Stay cool and hydrated everyone.

Address

81 South Albion Street
Amherst, NS
B4H2Z1

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 2pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm

Telephone

+19026603003

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Autism NS: Cumberland

Autism Nova Scotia was founded in 2002 to help Nova Scotians on the autism spectrum, families, professionals, and others to find the supports and services they need. We are a charitable organization dependent on donations and community support. Autism Nova Scotia Social Media Engagement Policy: Autism Nova Scotia is honoured to serve people with autism in Nova Scotia, and those who care about the lives of people with autism in Nova Scotia by providing information, supports, programs, and services. People who access Autism Nova Scotia include autistic individuals of all ages, as well as families, professionals, and community stakeholders. This page is intended as an opportunity for Autism Nova Scotia to share information about our service offerings and events, as well as articles of interest. Visitors to this page are encouraged to comment, with a mind to maintaining this space as a welcoming environment for all. Autism Nova Scotia respects that the autism community is diverse and has many different perspectives, so the moderators of this page will monitor comments or posts that fall outside of its purpose and intent. Our moderators reserve the right to delete posts deemed inappropriate and/or containing any of the following elements:

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