Frequently Asked Questions
- What is TEAAM?
- How can I help TEAAM grow?
- Do you have to have an autism spectrum disorder or be a parent of a person with autism to be involved?
- How can TEAAM help me be better informed about autism spectrum disorders?
- What opportunities does TEAAM provide for my child who has an autism spectrum disorder?
- How many members does TEAAM have?
- What is TEAAM?
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TEAAM is a non-profit, volunteer organization comprised of parents, family members, educators and service providers interested in the field of Autism. Focused on advancing the service potential for Mississippians with autism, as well as those who serve them and those who support them, our organization is dedicated to improving the understanding of Autism through extensive training. TEAAM has developed a statewide autism-training curriculum and has traveled throughout Mississippi providing training to parents, educators, therapists and other professional personnel. TEAAM is also focused on being Mississippi’s central source of information regarding Autism related services and resources.
Our organization is involved in many projects. We have developed a Mississippi resource manual, sponsor an annual state conference on autism spectrum disorders, sponsor the annual state-wide awareness rally, have created an autism-friendly campaign, have taken the lead in designing home and community based waiver services, and we conduct numerous training events across our state throughout the year. We are also a proud sponsor of Kamp Kaleidoscope, Mississippi's annual summer camp program for children on the autism spectrum and their typical peers. The first and only camp of its kind in Mississippi, Kamp Kaleidoscope offers children with autism the opportunity to experience a real summer camp, an opportunity they might not otherwise get.
We want to use this website to keep you informed about events in Mississippi, but we also hope it can be somewhat interactive. We welcome your involvement and your interest. We believe that together we can move Mississippi forward in providing appropriate and accessible services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.
We hope you will consider joining TEAAM. Members of TEAAM enjoy being part of an organization that is made up of individuals with knowledge in all areas pertaining to the autism spectrum. Another benefit is access to the parent/family network through our parent volunteers. This is a network that connects many people dealing with the same problems. Sharing ideas for intervention and program design has become a main service of these networks. You might say our intent is two-fold, 1) to inform people about autism and the services available to them and 2) to increase the services accessible for these individuals and their families. Also, a portion of your membership fee is used to fund Kamp Kaleidoscope.
If you are interested in joining TEAAM or would like more information about TEAAM, please feel free to contact us.
We look forward to working with you and making a difference in the lives of Mississippians with autism.
- How can I help TEAAM grow?
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Becoming a member is the first thing you can do. It's easy. Just fill in the application on the homepage of this website and TEAAM will mail you an invoice for your membership dues. Once TEAAM receives your dues you will receive your TEAAM welcome packet. You can also help by volunteering your time. We have many opportunities for you to volunteer whether it's being a counselor at Kamp Kaleidoscope, or the Aray program, or by helping at other TEAAM sponsored events. There is a volunteer opportunity for everyone who wants to get involved. If you're short on time, we can always use a donation. Your donations are used to fund the programs previously mentioned as well as to develop new ones. Your dues and donations also help provide valuable support to families in
Mississippi - Do you have to have an autism spectrum disorder or be a parent of a person with autism to be involved?
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Absolutely not! Many of our members are teachers, neighbors, friends, doctors, and even young adults who think they may want to go into the field of autism. We welcome anyone who is interested in the field of autism spectrum disorders to get involved.
- How can TEAAM help me be better informed about autism spectrum disorders?
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Our annual Conference is always informative. Our conference information can be found by visiting the "Training and Events" tab on this website.
- What opportunities does TEAAM provide for my child who has an autism spectrum disorder?
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Kamp Kaleidoscope is one of our most popular programs. Kamp Kaleidoscope is a summer camp for kids ages 7 - 17 and is loaded with fun. Swimming, horseback riding, arts & crafts with a sensory focus, music therapy, sports, rock wall climbing, fishing, watermelon parties, and fireworks are just a few of the cool activities. For more information on TEAAM’s Kamp Kaleidoscope call 601-733-0090 or Toll Free in
Mississippi ARAY (Adventures in Recreation for Autistic Youth) is another program sponsored by TEAAM in which kids spend weekends backpacking, camping, paddling and climbing with their friends. Call TEAAM at 601-733-0090 or toll free in
Mississippi - How many members does TEAAM have?
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About 500 + and growing!!
