Chipola Area Autism Resource Center, Inc.

Chipola Area Autism Resource Center, Inc. CAARC is a local 501c3 tax-exempt non-profit charity founded to increase autism related educational/recreational resources in our rural community.

We are a not-for-profit autism resource center founded by parents and grandparents of children affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). We began meeting as the Jackson County Autism Support Group in 2010. We soon realized that there were many more services needed in our rural community and began organizing Chipola Area Autism Resource Center, Inc. to begin to address some of these needs.

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**A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES REGISTRATION by calling 1-800-435-7352 (in Florida) or 1-850-410-3800 (outside of Florida). DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. The departments website is www.800helpfla.com.****

04/28/2026

UPDATE: May 1 screenings have been postponed. We will announce a rescheduled date soon.

We’re here to help you take the first step toward clarity 💙 Join us at the Jackson County Public Library (Marianna Branch) on April 28 & May 1 from 10:00am - 3:00pm for FREE Autism Screenings.

Our PanCare Autism Screening Services (PASS) team provides quick, gentle screenings for all ages to help guide you toward answers and support. Call (850) 747-5272 Ext. 3 to schedule your screening today.

04/27/2026
04/11/2026

Y’all get registered! Great opportunity!

04/01/2026
03/13/2026

*Posting on behalf of UCF CARD - Center for Autism and Related Disabilities*

Behavior Basics is back! Learn how to support the development of new skills for your child on March 16th at 6:30 PM ET. To register, scan the QR code or go to bb1326.eventbrite.com, and keep an eye out for part two on March 30th.

02/23/2026

Join us for a presentation from Rich Greene, president of ASD Drive Ready to learn about exciting new options for folks with ASD

02/23/2026

Join us for our next FREE class Monday, March 2, 2026 from 6:00-7:00 PM EST!

The snail reminds us that slow is not a setback—it’s a form of care. Carrying its home on its back, the snail moves at its own pace, pausing when needed and staying protected along the way. As a stress relief metaphor, the snail invites us to release urgency, honor our limits, and recognize that steady, gentle movement is still progress. Sometimes the most regulating thing we can do is slow down and trust that we’re arriving exactly when we’re meant to.

In this gentle, guided session, you’ll be led step-by-step to draw your own snail while reflecting on where you can soften urgency and honor your natural rhythm.
No art experience needed! Just bring yourself, your favorite drawing tools, and a willingness to breathe, slow down, and create. (Designed for adults, but children and families are warmly welcome!)

Hosted live via Zoom by Dr. Lee Cohen.

Sign up here!
https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8409150/2025-2026-Art-Unwind

02/20/2026

🔆 Resource Spotlight 🔆 Written by researchers at Boston Medical Center, this curriculum can be used to educate autistic young adults about how to build and maintain healthy relationships in college.

Download this resource for free today! https://f.mtr.cool/frdubdwmlk

This organization is a vendor with Voc Rehab as I understand it. So as things get finalized and training is scheduled y...
02/18/2026

This organization is a vendor with Voc Rehab as I understand it. So as things get finalized and training is scheduled you will want to reach out to your Voc Rehab Counselor to ensure this service is included in their plan. I will be checking into the process for my own children and will share what I learn along the way!

Join us for a presentation from Rich Greene, president of ASD Drive Ready to learn about exciting new options for folks with ASD

02/18/2026

🚗✨ Virtual Driving Lessons Are Coming to the Florida Panhandle!

We are excited to work with ASD Drive Ready to bring virtual driving lessons to the Florida Panhandle and we need your input!

ASD Drive Ready is planning evaluation days in the FL Panhandle.
Where should they go first? Comment your pick:
1️⃣ Tallahassee
2️⃣ Marianna
3️⃣ Panama City
4️⃣ Pensacola

Want to learn what an evaluation includes and how VR can help reduce anxiety and build safe habits? Join our Parent Night:

📅 Feb 23 | 6:30–8:00 PM EST (Zoom)
Register: https://drive26.eventbrite.com

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Marianna, FL
32446

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