AAFS Provides Respite Care in a Recreational Environment for children, youth and adults on the Autism Spectrum; including but not limited to Autism, Aspergers, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Non Verbal Learning Disorder. AAFS is constructed and implemented by the youth; we envision and facilitate programming where youth can choose their own activities and every intricate detail of each activity regardless of how difficult it is to conceptualize or organize.

The AAFS Mission was written by 2 AAFS Members.

Friendship means someone who you can trust and/or someone who heals you. You cannot simply ask to be Friends, or if the other person is your Friend, it is much more advanced than a yes or no answer, and Friendship builds up over time.

Friendship is "People getting to know other people and being interested in one another.  Liking them for who they are, and not judging them.  Not judging the book by its cover."

We believe it is important to provide a safe space for youth to learn social thinking and take social risks. It is also vital to connect our youth with other members of their community to not only share experiences but strengthen them as individuals and as a community. Our youth have so much to share with the disabled and greater community if we take the time to listen.

Social, Life and Communication skills are a priority for all. It is important that children are given the opportunity to practice and develop these skills in a safe environment

Children of all ages should have the opportunities to attempt as many activities as possible. You need an understanding of a child’s limitations but more importantly you need an appreciation of a child’s potential. There is a substantial difference in being out with a group and being a part of that group. Our children are a part of our group.