WVU CED launches ‘Mind the Gap’ support group for parents awaiting autism evaluations

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MORGANTOWN — The West Virginia University Center for Excellence in Disabilities (CED) is launching the Mind the Gap: Parent Education and Support Group to offer guidance and support for families who have a child on a wait list for autism evaluations or services. Parents who are concerned their child is showing signs of autism spectrum disorder are also welcome to join and learn more.

Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month from 6-7:30 p.m. at the WVU CED in Morgantown beginning in August. Virtual attendance is also an option.

WVU CED
2nd floor conference room
959 Hartman Run Road
Morgantown, WV 26505

Mind the Gap support group meetings are free to attend, but registration is required. Zoom link provided through registration: Mind the Gap Registration.

If you have any questions, please email Amy Burt at alburt@hsc.wvu.edu or Heather Merritt at heather.merritt@hsc.wvu.edu.

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