About KAS
We believe in the power of community
What is KAS
KaleidAScope, Inc. is a private non-profit 501(C)(3), that provides Knowledge, Advocacy and Support for individuals on the Autism Spectrum.
Knowledge
KAS prides itself in assisting those individuals on the Autism Spectrum to experience a fulfilling life utilizing family, friends and client –specific counseling. Through programs and activities KAS provides the opportunity for individuals, organizations, and employers to have more knowledge about those on the Autism Spectrum and how they can become valuable team members, employees and productive members of the Community.
Advocacy
Individuals on the Spectrum may need help in overcoming the hurdles to achieve their goals and dreams. KAS advocates at every opportunity to ensure each individual has the chance to improve their socialization skills, pursue employment, and achieve the skills necessary for independent living.
Support
KaleidAScope has several options and programs available to assist individuals with Autism Spectrum profiles to improve social-relational skills. Skill enhancement is offered through individual and group therapies which focus on all skills from basic to more specific needs. Social skills can also be leaned and practiced through KaleidAScope’s Community Inclusion services financed by the PA DHS Adult Autism Waiver Program. KAS also provides opportunities sponsoring social events (link calendar) on a regular basis.
Mission statement
Utilizing our vast clinical experience and a passionate approach we provide services for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. We strive to maximize the potential of every individual, focusing on independence and community integration. Working with family as a key component of the team, we endeavor to provide the Autistic Community with quality of life. Our goal is to have each individual embrace their unique talents, skills, and abilities creating a future that can be hopeful, vibrant and satisfying.
Adulthood, the longest of life’s developmental stages, requires goal setting and the ability to make long term plans for life. The focus of these goals will include establishing independence in finances, relationships, family, employment, housing, and social/recreational areas.
Without a strong foundation involving the necessary social, emotional, cognitive, and regulatory skills required for adult functioning, many individuals with ASD may struggle throughout life.
It is strongly suggested that individuals and families involved with ASD profiles be mindful of the lifelong developmental issues of ASD and work as intensively and as early on as possible to utilize their strengths and talents.
Individual weaknesses and challenges should be addressed with the future in mind, and acceptance of their own unique profile, in order to find the balance of being themselves while adapting to many of the expectations that life places on everyone.
-Janet Pawlowski