Temple confessed she didn’t like church. But fortunately, the organ in church she was attending was according to her “wonderful”. But if the church had a band and played loud instruments, she might not be able to tolerate the sounds. She continued her lecture, occasionally gulping water in between paragraphs.
“I think like Google for images. I have to see pictures in my mind… We need to make accommodations for them (referring to people on the spectrum),” said Temple Grandinduring a lecture series for MIND Instituteon Neurodevelopmental Disorders.
“Now how do I think about abstract concepts, like what the Lord’s Prayer meant? I went to a little speech therapy school, and was taught the Lord’s Prayer.I had absolutely no idea what the prayer meant - Thou art in Heaven - I didn’t know what that meant. I thought that God was up in heaven painting on an easel. The only part that I understood was the Power and the Glory.
Temple showed a picture of a rainbow, with an electrical tower at the base of the rainbow. “Now, that is the Power and the Glory.”
Autism Sunday
The first Autism Sunday was held in the second week of 2002 Autism Awareness Year in United Kingdom at St. Paul’s Cathedral in London. Autism Sunday is also known as the International Day of prayer for Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome.
Founders, Ivan and Charika Corea, initiated the first event, urging church leaders and leaders of religious organizations around the world to speak up for PWAs.
Since then, every 2nd week of February is Autism Sunday. Coincidentally, this year, it falls on the 14th, which is also Valentine’s Day.
What to do for Autism Sunday?
1. Come together with family and friends. Pray for the families of children with autism who are undergoing struggles and acceptance. Click here for more.
2. Be sensitive to families of children with autism. Avoid remarks like “Children here are all ‘normal’. Why do you send your child (with autism) here in Sunday School?”
3. Organize or host an Understanding Autism Orientation in your fellowship or small groups and invite people to join. (For requests email us at autismphils@gmail.com)
4. Give FREE hugs and hearts to children with autism. Show you care.
Also click here to watch the latest trio divas with autism- ASP Dream girls: Vell, Thara and Nikka (special thanks to Ate Jack Cabamongan of PVI Volunteer for this video).
Mission: Autism Orientation to 50 Customer Service Managers
Carry on luggage: Hopes and Dreams
It was almost 1pm and the moderator was about to give his closing remarks. Suddenly, Christopher (Tope) Tajanlangit, Cabin Crew Supervisor, raised his hand. Instead of asking a question to the panelist, he shared a moving experience.
Tope said that perhaps if he was the one on board, during the much publicized Cebu Pacific incident involving two special children, lastDecember, he may have had committed the same mistake.(Click on the following links to know more –plain discrimination, straight from the heart, planetiful hope)
Overwhelming Conviction
After attending mass with his family the previous day, Tope’s son went outside the church to play. Another boy suddenly came and grabbed a toy from his son. “Pinagsabihan ko siya ng matigas. (I scolded him),” said Tope in defense. But to his surprise, the other boy remained undaunted and continued playing, as if he didn’t hear a single word.
“I was really ‘mean’ to him,” he said in between tears, as he realized only after today’s orientation that the child he encountered might be “a special child”. Other ladies in the room also became emotional after hearing his story.
Dream Team Share Dreams
ASP Chair Emeritus, Dang Koe gave the Autism Orientation. Together with her is Gina Bermudo, ASP Trustee, who talked on airline policies and practices with PWDs. (Gina is a former international flight attendant of another airline). Other ‘passengers’ of the Dream Team were Patrick, PWA Math Wizard and mom Peng So, ASP’s Vice President; Evelyn Go , Treasurer and Ranil Sorongon, Executive Director.
Representatives from the Downs Syndrome Association of the Philippines, Inc. Mr. Tony Pasia, Chairman and Mr. Elmer Lapeña, DSAPI President, his wife Agnes and son Jeremy.
Lapeña’s posted this in his Facebook wall after the meeting: “We had a great meeting with Cebu Pacific today. Interaction with the participants was very meaningful and we're quite happy to have provided more understanding and encourage more positive behaviors to persons with disabilities.”
Other PWD representatives were Ms. Jojo Nepumuceno, Trustee of AD/HD Society of the Philippines and office manager Ms. Tess Magdael.
Sharing Hearts to Others
Blind architect Jimmy Silva of the United Architects of the Philippines, presented the video the "Heart of SM," to the 50 participants.
In a cellphone interview, Ranil Sorongon, ASP Executive Director, said: “It (referring to the video) was shown to present a model on how business organizations/establishments can provide a “barrier free” and “accessible” environment to persons with disabilities.”
According to Sorongon, SM is also hoping that their efforts will also be emulated by others. (The Heart of SM is one of SM Supermall’s advocacy projects for a more PWD friendly environment).
Make Him Fly
Dang made a PPT video using last year’s Angels Walk slogan: "Why clip his wings? “Be an angel. Take a walk…Make him fly...” (with plane zooming over the Angels Walk poster) “…with Cebu Pacific.”
Dang received a thunderous applause after the presentation.
ASP continues to trust that Sharing Dreams to others will help Build Hopes for a brighter tomorrow; and we continue to work harder to give wings to our children.
It’s almost Valentine’s Day. Show you care for others. To request for an Autism Orientation in your commercial establishments, please write us at autismphil@pldtdsl.net or autismphils@gmail.com or call us at 9266941 / 9298447.
This was never made possible without the wings spread on us by our Partners and Guardian Angels: SM Committee on Disability Affairs, SM Supermalls, SM Prime Holdings, SM Cares, National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA), Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Council for the Welfare of Children (CWC), Commission on Human Rights (CHR), NorFil Foundation, House of Representatives Committee on Social Services, Buhay Party List- Cong. Irwin Tieng, Department of Transportation and Communication (DOTC), Manila International Airport Authority (MIAA), Katipunan ng May Kapansanan sa Pilipinas (KAMPI), Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Philippine Information Agency (PIA), Department of Education (DepEd) and Liliane Foundation.
“I can remember the frustration of not being able to talk. I knew what I wanted to say, but I could not get the words out, so I would just scream,” one of Temple’s famous quotes.
Dr. Temple Grandin, person with autism; professor of Animal Science; a livestock industry consultant and livestock handling designer; inventor of Hug Machine (designed to calm hypersensitive persons); author of numerous best selling books and passionate autism advocate.
Temple was diagnosed with autism between the age of 3 or 4. She avoided being institutionalized and with the help of early intervention; a structured school environment (in the 1950’s); a wonderful science teacher and a supportive family - all these helped contributed to where she is today.
After a long anticipation from Temple fans, HBO Films will finally release the biopic on February 6, 2009.Click herefor more information.
"If I could snap my fingers and become non-autistic I would not do so. Autism is part of who I am," another famous quote from TempleGrandin.
Temple has a lot to say about people with autism and early intervention. Click here to watch Temple during an interview of the movie premier.
ASP continues to work hard to inform others about autism, and help empower families on how to help their children. To request for an Early Detection and Early Intervention of Autism Seminar in your area, please write us at autismphil@pldtdsl.net or call us at 9298447 and 9266941.
Visit the ASP Library at Room 307 ML Bldg. #47 Kamias Rd. Quezon City or call us at 9298447 or 9266941 to read books by Temple Grandin.
1. The Way I See It: A Personal Look at Autism and Asperger's 2. Emergence: Labeled Autistic
More than 5,000 angels descended to SM Mall of Asia for the most anticipated event of the year-Angels Walk for Autism. Click here to watch video.
participants and supporters of the Angels Walk for Autism
last January 24, 2010 at Music Hall SM Mall of Asia
The Angels Walk for Autism marked the closing of the 14th Autism Consciousness Week. This year, numbers surpassed the estimated forecast. From far as Cavite and Laguna, people converged together, alighting from buses, cars and even motorbikes. The registration area was already lined-up with people before the sunrise.
The Heart of SM
“It was not difficult for our people to be taught, because I think they knew it was the right thing…. Life is not simply about enjoying every single moment for yourself; life is about living it also and helping others,” echoed through the Music Hall when The Heart of SM video was being played on their newly installed LED screen.
A large tarpauline poster backdrop on stage with the words: “No other walk comes close….to an angel’s heart,” signifies the partnership between ASP and SM.
Autism Guardian Angels Mr. Hans Sy, President of SM Prime Holdings; Ms. Annie Garcia, President of SM Supermalls; plus SM Committee on Disability Affairs, welcomed guests and rolled out the red carpet for autism.
SM Mall of Asia hosted last year’s Angels Walk. And for the second time this year, with Eng. Bien Mateo, Chairman of SM-CDA as the Honorary Chairman for the Autism Consciousness Week. The giant mall has once again proven its sincerity and support for ASP projects. (SM Supermall hosts several ASP projects in Metro Manila and around the country).
(from left) President of SM Prime Holdings Mr. Hans Sy, President of SM Supermalls
Ms. Annie Garcia, Chairman on SM Disability Affairs Mr. Bien Mateo
and ASP Chair Emeritus Ms. Dang Koe
Generous Angels
An anonymous angel passes by SM Mall of Asia. She was malling with her family and chanced upon the celebrations at the Music Hall. Seeing the huge crowd and the showcase of talents, she approached the registration table to inquire about the on-goings.
“It’s good that your group is doing this,” she said, as she scanned through the ASP merchandise. After a few minutes, she whispered: “I would like to make a donation for autism.” She would have used the generous amount for her family, but that day, she made a big hearted decision. She chose autism. Her munificence gave the children colorful flaglettes to wave and loud confetti poppers to signal ASP’s 21st year in service for children in the spectrum.
Other angels also quenched the thirst with overflowing bottled water and sandwiches also filled the hungry. We are overwhelmed and thankful.
Selling like Hotcakes!
The 2010 Angels Walk for Autism T-shirts were sold out in less than two hours!ASP Cavite Chapters, led by “Gobernadora” Jan Pena, had the largest contingent. Jan was still texting for additional orders, even after the Angels Walk. ASP Laguna Chapter Leader Riza Cansanay and her team came in a bus filled with hundreds of family and friends.
Autism Stars and Stars for Autism
Representatives from the government: Autism Angel in Congress, Irwin Tieng of Buhay Party List; Ms, Lovely Romulo, Chair Person of NCDA; Ka Lauro Purcil, education committee head of UNCRPD; also came to support the activity.
Participants were star-struck with Kapuso Stars from GMA7 andMs. Janina San Miguel, beauty titlist, also came to join the walk in support of her brother with autism.
Early mallers got a taste of autistic talents: John Kyle Binungcal, Deo Cruzada, Brendan Delgado, Gabe Nazareth, JonathanOnnagan, Dean Hernandez, Justin Bitanga, Ron Famorca, Lanz Dimero, RJ Dordas, Ryan Baldia, Carlo Pabale, Michael Perez, Kyle Gutierrez, Caryl Alvarez, Christian Perey, Laurence Dulay, Aira Dela Cruz, Airam Cinco, Vell Barria, Thara Marie Santiago, Nikka, Daryl Lim, Bryan Lu, EJ and Desly Alvaro.
Seeing Green
“Sana po my float din ang ASP sa panagbenga 2010 para sa awareness”
“Thank you for giving us the chance to be involved.”
“Congratulations on the success of Angels Walk 2010. You are surely blessed”
“kudos to us all! Till our next walk, hand in hand” = )
“I missed the walk. Wish I was there.”
Hey, don’t fret if you missed the walk. Pictures say a thousand words, clickhere to see photos. Or click here to watch another video.
ASP thanks everyone for participating in Angels Walk for Autism. Thank you for your support! Till next year…..
ASP Chair Emeritus, Dang Koe, leads the ASP Dream Team, ushering in a new decade of Sharing Hopes and Building Dreams. She passes the torch to newly inducted ASP National President, Mary Grace Adviento.
“Ipinapasa ko kay Grace ang aking korona at sash,” (Now, I pass on my baton and sash), as Dang gamely introduced Grace to the participants of the 2010 Angels Walk for Autism the SM Mall of Asia.
Grace went along with Dang’s antics, climbed up to the stage and posed like a model. Grace is the youngest among the group of ASP Trustees and is also an image model for a clothing line. She will pioneer ASP’s Rampa ng mga Angel- ASP’s next fund raising project.
Renewed Hope
Grace addressed the 5,000 crowd at the SM Mall of Asia after the Angels Walk. The induction of ASP National Officers and Board of Trustees by Ms. Annie Garcia, President of SM Supermalls, followed.
ASP Officers for the year 2010-2012
ASP renews its commitment to continue expanding programs and services to reach the far flung areas of the country where services are badly needed.
“As we lead ASP to a new decade of sharing hopes and building dreams, may we be guided with one mind, one heart, and one spirit. And we move forward with giant leaps, transcending boundaries for autism.”
Gracious Thanks
“We thank God for a successful 14th National Autism Week Celebration. And with all of you, Autism Angels, we share this blessing. To all our special guests, our participants, partners agencies in government and non-government organizations, talents, volunteers, exhibitors and most especially our sponsors.”
“I wish to congratulate the 2010-2012 ASP National Executive Committee and the whole Board of Trustees. President Grace, with the wealth of experience you are bringing to the table, professional and otherwise; plus a Board that’s a powerhouse of talents, commitment and drive, I am confident that ASP is in very good hands.
To the 2007-2009 officers and BOTs hats off to you for a job well done. Dang, your leadership certainly brought ASP to a new height, parent’s support and education to a highlight and awareness and advocacy for PWAs front and center.
Despite their differences, children with autism will sometimes defy logic and topple neurotypicals, as seen in the individuals, who exude with artistic talents and academic excellence.
Art and Painting Contest
This year’s Art and Painting contest was held at Social Hall of DENR. The participants were divided into two categories, the self-contained class and the mainstream category.
For the self contained category, the winners are: Miel Red Perocho of The Child World- A Growing Center School as 3rd Prize winner, 2nd prize winner is Selcon Sobremonte of EulogioRodriguezIntegratedSchool, MandaluyongCity and for the 1st Prize winner is Jerome Neil Bravante of Hen. Pio del Pilar Elementary School, MakatiCity.
PWAs participants with their artwork during the Art and Painting Contest
For the mainstream category, the winners are: 3rd Prize is Jeffrey Co of Take the Nations for Jesus ChristAcademy, 2nd Prize is Allan Brylle P. Gonzales of P. Villanueva Elementary School, Pasay and our 1st prize winner is Kim Lawrenz Esperanza of P. Gomez Elementary School, Manila.
Judges of the said contest were Mr. Ruben Arcilla, Ms. Yna Nakpil-Roxas and Teacher Baldwin Kho .
Truly Artistic and Proudly Autistic
(from left) Chairman SM Disability Affairs Mr. Bien Mateo, Mr. and Mrs. Macapagal
with Andrei (in polo stripes),Ms. Luli Arroyo, Kenrick Cheng with his parents
Mr. and Mrs. Cheng, ASP National President Ms. Mary Grace Adviento
and ASP Chair Emeritus Ms. Dang Koe
The opening of the painting exhibit of Truly Artistic and Proudly Autistic followed after. Private collections of PWA artists Kenrick Cheng and Andrei Macapagal were exhibited at SM The Block, as well as that of Vico Cham,another aspiring artist, whose artworks were displayed at SM Markina, in cooperation with Shine Intervention Center . The art exhibits ran from January 17 to 24 at the said SM Malls.Click here to watch an excerpt of the activity.Special thanks to GMA7 for the coverage.
Vico Cham (seated) with his family and SM Committee on Disability Affairs (in blue) (from left) Mr. Dennis Martel, Mr. Rheybie Nipas and Mr. Bien Mateo
Quiz A
Have you ever heard of Quiz A? A counterpart of Quiz Bee, Quiz A is ASP’s version of meeting of brilliant minds with autism.On January 21, contestants come from participating Public Schools that mainstream students with autism.
Quiz A had two categories, mainstream of the Elementary and High School level. Winner of the Elementary category are: 4th Jose Phrix Arabit of Commonwealth Elementary School- SPED Center, 3rd Rommel Lopezof P. Gomez and Charles Joshua Castro of StaAnaElementary School, 2nd Joseph Garcia Destura of IsaacLopezIntegratedSchool in MandaluyongCity and 1st Prize winner is Mark Allen Robles of Sta Ana Elementary School High School Category winners are: 4th Wilbert Ong, 3rd BrianJulian Borleo, 2nd Martin dela Cruz of Take the Nations for JesusChristianAcademy and 1st prize winner Jeffrey Ryan Co of Take the Nations for JesusChristianAcademy.
participants of the said Quiz A contest
Ms Ming Minalang was the Quiz master and panel of judges were Arch. Rizal Morales of DOTC, Dr. Redante Basas of CHR and Mr. Zaldy Sanchez of NCDA.
Still not convinced? Click here to read the essay of Patrick, Math Wizard, person with Aspergers. Be inspired and tell others.
ASP continues to work hard, sharing hopes and building dreams to empower people on the spectrum. Keep checking for more amazing stories, activities and events on this blog. Tell us your stories. Write us at mailto:autismphils@gmail.com or call us at 9269621.
ASP filled January 19, 20 and 23, respectively, with free lectures on autism and family support group sessions.
One of the most requested lectures of ASP, “Understanding Autism,” was given by ASP Chair Emeritus, Dang Koe. About 100 people were present during the lecture at the Social Hall of DENR.
participants of the said lectures
Commission on Human Rights’ Mr. Redante Basas, CHR Director IV, gave an overview of the UNCRPD or the United Nations Charter for the Rights of People with Disabilities, while National Council of Disability Affairs (NCDA) Regional Programs Coordinator,Ms. Flerida Labanon, lectured on the Magna Carta for Persons with Disabilities.
The Role of Professionals in the Management of Autism Seminar was attended by 200 professionals. Lectures were given by Dr. Jacqueline Navarro, Developmental Pediatrician; Prof. Archie David, Occupational Therapist; Dr. Ferdiliza Garcia, Speech Pathologist and Prof. Geevee Rivadelo, SPED Teacher. The seminar was held at the DSWD Central Office Auditorium.
Participants of the said public forum
Family Support Group
To address pressing concerns of parents, ASP pilots the first Family Support Group outside the ASP office. The FSG was facilitated by Carmel Almendrala, ASP Trustee. Mr Rimando Rania, owner and principal Cradle of Learners School, welcomed 11 participants, composed of 5 mothers, a grandmother, 3 siblings, a cousin, plus a professional.
ASP Board of Trustee and facilitator Ms. Carmel Almendrala and the participants of the first Family Support Group outside the ASP office
Some of the concerns raised during the FSG were problems on adolescents with autism. Topics ranged from sex, circumcision, masturbation and how to teach CWAs to “behave appropriately” in public.
An interesting revelation was found out among the 3 siblings, all elder brothers to a CWA. They reported of their parents’ tolerance of the undesirable behavior (such as tantrums) of the CWA by “babying” him or “giving in” to his desires/wishes with instant gratification (giving him his favorite food/toy) to appease him.
However, according to the 3 brothers, if the parents are not present in the home, the sibling with CWA remains calm and would not exhibit such behaviors. The issue of favoritism and jealousy was then raised.
A second FSG was facilitated by incoming ASP Trustee, Fredeswina Javier, who returns to ASP after a seven year hiatus. She took up Masters in Special Education and now returns to help others. Participants of the said FSG were 6 mothers, 2 fathers, a sister and a professional.
Parents of newly diagnosed children with autism as well as the veterans were able to exchange ideas and time tested tips in coping with the challenges raising PWAs.
ASP Board of Trustee and facilitator Ms. Fredeswina Javier and the participants of the Family Support Group here at ASP office
ASP continues to work hard to inform others about autism and help empower families. We have different programs and services that might cater to your families’ growing needs.
One wonderful gift God gave to humans is children. Two people fall in love and pray someday to have a healthy baby of their own. She breaks the exciting news to him-she’s pregnant. She starts preparing things on her list: eating the right food, taking vitamins, drinking milk and following their OB’s advice.
Nine months later, the stork arrives. Everyone in the family-the mother, father, lolo, lola, siblings and other relatives, fussing over the cute little bundle. As the baby grows, mom recognizes something different. He’s unusual fromother children.
By one year, no pointing, no babbling. No single words by 16 months, no two-word phrases by 24 months or any loss of language skills at any time. As the child grows, both mom and dad observethat their child doesn’t respond when called by name. Aside from that, he has an extremely short attention span. Almost reaching school age, their anxiousness increase as he doesn’t pretend play with his siblings nor attempt to play or make friends with the neighbors’ kids.
They seek a developmental pediatrician’s assistance and are given the diagnosis: “Your child has autism.”
Graceful Acceptance
“I found myself in Twilight Zone. It was like a very bad dream and I can't wake up. I felt numbness inside me. Shock, denial, anger and depression-mixed emotions all came at the same time,” confides Grace about her own son’s diagnosis.
“Pero ang dali ko ring maka-recover, kasi na discover ko na pag madalas mo is-share sa iba ang experience mo, mas mabilis ang acceptance. (I discovered that the more I shared my own experiences, the acceptance of my son came more easily, and I was able to recover.) When I reach out, I felt I was helping myself cope with the situation better, and through ASP, I am able to help others as well.”
Grace serves as the newly elected ASP National President. She has this advice for parents:“The earlier the parents know that their child has this condition, the earlier they will be given proper education/intervention. Denying it will not do their children any good, and overlooking this will just delay the development of their child.”
ASP continues to work hard to inform others about autism, and help empower families on how to help their children. To request for an Early Detection and Early Intervention of Autism Seminar in your area, please write us at autismphil@pldtdsl.net or call us at 9266941 and 9298447.
This year’s 14th National Autism Consciousness Week was a huge success! ASP National had the celebrations from January 17 – 24, 2010.
Believing in putting God first, ASP started the celebrations with a Thanksgiving Service at The Atrium of SM North EDSA. The service was attended by ASP National Officers and Trustees together with CWAs, families, friends and supporters.
PWAs with their family during the parlor games
The Best Things in Life are Free
ASP Family Day followed at the Sky Dome, also of SM North EDSA. It was a fun filled day of excitement and freebies- make your own art; face painting by Club Journey Inc.; free caricature by Gabby Atienza, person with Aspergers.
Free massages? Yes, by our friends from NCDA (National Council for Disability Affairs). Free demo of Therapeutic Massages for CWAs were given by Occupational Therapy Association of the Philippines (OTAP).
The Wushu (Chinese Martial Arts) Discovery group prepared a special exhibition number. After the performance, CWAs were also called to participate in a Wushu Demo.
One of the most anticipated events of the Family Day is the Autism Talent Show. PWA John Kyle Binungcal, came all the way from Bataan to join other Autism Stars, Deo Cruzada, Brendan Delgado, Gabe Nazareth, Jonathan Onnagan, Dean Hernandez, Justin Bitanga, Ron Famorca; who made their families proud with their performances.
Missed out on the Family Day Activities? Click here to watch an excerpt. Also click here to watch the latest trio divas with autism- ASP Dream girls: Vell, Thara and Nikka (Esp. thanks to Ate Jack Cabamongan of PVI Volunteer for this video).
A Good Day
One mother was seen laughing uncontrollably as Comedic Magician, Tito Cris and friends of CWA Ian Noel Viado and Jamerix Guillermo, went along with Tito Cris’ antics. Pagkakaisa Volunteers Inc. (led by Ate Alice Alagos), provided parlor games for the children, as well as for the caregivers. People laughed their hearts out and temporarily forgot about their problems.
When PWA Bryan Lu, lead vocalist and percussionist of Sparkle band, took center stage as band mates started jamming “Tonight’s Gonna be a Good Night,”talent show host Macoy, brother of PWA Conrad (sons of ASP Trustee Fredes Javier) can be seen tapping his shoes.
the Sparkle Band with Daryl Lim (in red) and Bryan Lu (in black)
(from left) ASP Board of Trustee Ms. Cristina Estampador,
ASP Chair Emeritus Ms. Dang Koe, ASP Program Coordinator Ms. Catherine Genovia
with PVI Volunteers: Mimi Espeleta, Alice Alagos and Maureen Maclang
Suddenly, a trail of human soul train, led by Cathy Genovia, ASP Program Coordinator can be seen on the right side of the Sky Dome. Cathy donned on a neon green wig and was joined by dancing friends from the vibrant PVI. BOTs also went along the catchy pop song, rose from their seats, and started waving their hands and danced.
We dedicate the Family Day celebrations to all Filipino children with autism and we are thankful for the blessings showered upon us. ASP continues to believe that Sharing Hopes, will Build more Dreams for a brighter tomorrow.
is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to the well-being of persons with autism spectrum disorder. We envision an environment that empowers persons with autism spectrum disorder to become, to the best of their potentials, self-reliant, productive and socially accepted members of the community. For this we commit ourselves to the establishment of institutional mechanisms to support persons with autism and their families. One of our goals is for the provincial areas, especially for the underprivileged and underdeveloped, to have access to intervention services as we set up a nationwide network of chapters in key cities or regional centers in the country. ASP currently has 41 chapters, covering the northern and southern parts of the country, and continues to grow in strength as new provinces are working towards establishing ASP representation in their respective areas. How to contact us:
♥ our main office is @ #47 Kamias Road ML Building, room 307
♥ you can get in touch with us @ tel nos. 926-6941/ 929-8447
♥ email us at autismphils@gmail.com
