Regroupement Autisme Prescott-Russell
Regroupement Autisme Prescott-Russell (Business Registration Number: 722367679RR0001) is a Canadian registered charitable organization serving individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the Prescott-Russell region of Ontario. Established to provide specialized support, the organization focuses on enhancing social integration, skill development, and community participation for people with ASD.

Mission and objectives

The organization aims to foster independence and societal inclusion through structured programs. Key objectives include offering recreational, educational, and social integration activities; providing employment training; and delivering personal development support[5]. Its programs prioritize community engagement while encouraging peer modeling and family involvement, including siblings of individuals with ASD[3].

Programs and services

Regroupement Autisme Prescott-Russell operates multiple activity-based programs tailored to different age groups. These include:

• Recreation and socialization: Structured group activities and community outings to develop motor and social skills[3].
• Peer modeling: Siblings of participants are integrated to serve as role models during activities[3].
• Structured support: Participants are grouped by age and paired with facilitators, with supervision by coordinators[2].

Funding and operations

The organization relies on donations and membership fees. Fees are subsidized for individuals with ASD, with adjusted rates for neurotypical siblings[3]. Membership costs $300 annually for individuals with ASD and $150 for siblings, while non-members pay higher rates. Financial assistance is available based on eligibility criteria[3].

Leadership

Melanie Lalande has been identified as a director involved in the organization’s operations, emphasizing advocacy and community-centered program delivery[3][4].