About APIAS
Any Port in a Storm is a nonprofit organization advocating for the eradication of autism through scientific research, community outreach, and housing services for individuals with autism.
Any Port in a Storm’s goals are guided by the following principles:
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Approximately 25–50% of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) do not develop functional verbal communication. This creates a myriad of potential roadblocks and problems for the autistic person as they mature. Without the ability to use verbal communication, safety concerns increase. Any Port in a Storm seeks to use donated funds to create workshops for first responders and other key members of the community to be educated about autism: what it looks like, sounds like, and how those individuals can receive the best possible care.
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We aim to work with other local autism organization such as MarbleJam Center in Hackensack, New Jersey and national organizations such as The Autism Science Foundation and the National Council on Severe Autism.
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We are a black-led foundation, with aims to elevate the life quality of black and brown autistic adults who may be misunderstood due to the color of their skin and the severity of their illness. Collaboration with organizations such as the Black Lives Matter movement and the NAACP, among others, is welcomed.
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After the age of 21, autistic people “age out” (https://www.easterseals.com/explore-resources/living-with-autism/autism-after-age-21.html) of traditional educational programs. This leaves many autistic adults with limited day programs, vocations, and residential resources. Any Port in a Storm wants to increase the amount and quality of supportive living group homes nationwide.
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To this end, Any Port in a Storm strives to increase the quality of life of adults across the autism spectrum. Early intervention is a key facet of a successful autism treatment plan, but medical and community intervention must be carried out along a lifespan. Community outreach must be better. The following workshops adopted across the nation (WITHIN BERGEN COUNTY?) could greatly increase the lifespan and quality of autistic people in America.
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Vocational Workshops and Training programs for more financial independence
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Continuing Education Workshops for Adults with Autism so that they can further their study and understanding of life skills that may lead to more independence
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