The FOCUS Center for Autism received good news this week. According to the Courant Website, The FOCUS Center for Autism is the November recipient of a "One Good Turn Project" donation sponsored by Phoenix-based Commotion Promotions, Ltd.
FOCUS works with children and adolescents on the autism spectrum through educational and extended day programs using milieu therapy. FOCUS has a transition program for young adults seeking positive outcomes for those young adults. They also offer sessions for families affected by autism.
One Good Turn Project President Karen Kravitz says, "The motivation for this program evolved from the current hardship facing nonprofit organizations due to the decrease in financial funding and private donations,"
This is an example of positives that come from the interconnectedness of the web and social media. At least, I hope it's positive. I'm in the board at FOCUS. So I have an interest in this. The article was shared with me through email. I shared the article on Google+ and Facebook. And now, I'm sharing the positive attributes of social media on this blogsite. My expectations? If I get a couple dozen hits I've increased awareness about Autism and FOCUS. I hope I'm using interconnectedness to promote the greater good.
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