Kids & Family
Lake Elsinore Resident to Attend “Mardi Gras for Autism"
Fullerton Cares Crosses $100,000 in Donations – 4/6/2019
Lake Elsinore resident Shannon Fillion knows first hand the unique joys and challenges of being a parent to a child with autism and she will be playing a key volunteer role at the FREE Mardi Gras for Autism hosted by Fullerton Cares on Saturday April 6th, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fullerton Train Depot Parking lot, 110 E. Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton.
When her son, Tyler, was diagnosed with Autism, Fillion sought to find a way to not only help her son, but help other parents like herself. Fillion works for a major utility company along with event work for the non-profit autism organization Generation Rescue.
Mardi Gras for Autism is an inclusive, family-friendly, free event created for families to enjoy while raising money for Fullerton’s special education programs in support of autism awareness. The free event consists of many carnival-themed attractions, including sensory zones that are suited for children of all developmental stages and for children with and without disabilities. Mardi Gras for Autism features a unique sensory zone activity developed by Fullerton Cares professionals, designed for engagement and sensory regulation for people with and without autism.
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“Mardi Gras for Autism isn’t even 10 years old yet and we are about to cross the $100,000 mark for children with autism. I’m just so proud to be a part of this experience,” said Larry Houser, founder of the Fullerton Cares Autism Foundation.
Public information: [email protected]. Admission and parking are free and tickets are sold for some attractions.
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This press release was student created through the CSUSB PR Writing class Partnership with Fullerton Cares.
ABOUT FULLERTON CARES: Awareness, acceptance and action are the pillars of Fullerton Cares, which spreads autism awareness throughout North Orange County. This organization was founded by Lawrence Houser in 2010 after being inspired by his son, Boyd, a person with autism. Fullerton Cares has raised over $95,000 for autism charities and programs in Fullerton schools through organized events.
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ABOUT MARDI GRAS FOR AUTISM: Raising funds to benefit the Fullerton School District Autism Programs and acceptance of autism in the community, the event offers an inclusive and sensory friendly environment open for people of all ages and abilities.
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ABOUT AUTISM: According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Autism spectrum disorder is a developmental disability that can cause significant social, communication and behavioral challenges and is currently affecting 1 in 59 American children.
