About Us
The Autism Society of Baltimore-Chesapeake is a volunteer organization founded in 1976. We were created to help serve the Autism community in Baltimore. Our organization provides information, advocacy and support for families and individuals.
The Baltimore-Chesapeake affiliate is part of a national network. The Autism Society’s mission is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. As the nation’s oldest leading grassroots Autism organization, the Autism Society and its 75 local affiliates serve over half a million members of the Autism community each year. It envisions a world where everyone in the Autism community is connected to the support they need, when they need it – including education, advocacy efforts, and supports and services throughout their lifespan. For more information, go to www.autismsociety.org, Facebook, Instagram or Twitter.
Like the new look? Read the press release on our brand launch using this following link: http://www.baltimoreautismsociety.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/BDP-Press-Release-PDF.pdf
3rd Annual Making Autism Work in the Community (MAW) Day on April 12th: Focusing on Public Safety
We are hosting our 3rd annual Making Autism Work in the Community (MAW) day! Saturday, April 12, 2025 from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm Practice session location: Coppin State University, 1826 Whitmore Ave, Baltimore, MD 21216, Health and Human Services Bldg This year, our focus is on Public Safety awareness. We will have: A mini resource fair Some light refreshments A panel discussion on public safety and awareness Mock traffic stop with Baltimore Police Officers Photo opportunities with BPD This event is sponsored by Coppin State University, Autism Society of Baltimore Chesapeake and our local Baltimore City Burger King restaurants. This event is for autistics of all ages. Interested attendees can register with this link: https://tinyurl.com/MAWTrafficSafety