Frequently Asked Questions About TACA

1. I want to come to a TACA meeting. Do I need to RSVP?

No. TACA Chapter meetings do not require a RSVP unless specifically noted in the meeting topic description. Find a TACA Chapter near you or view a list of upcoming autism related events & TACA Chapter meetings.

2. I’m not a parent, but I work with children with autism. May I attend a meeting?

Yes. We encourage professionals, students, and anyone interested in learning about autism to attend TACA Chapter meetings unless specifically noted in the meeting topic description. Find a TACA Chapter near you or view a list of upcoming autism related events & TACA Chapter meetings.

3. Is there a charge for coming to a meeting?

No.  All of TACA’s Chapter meetings are free. In fact, 95% 0f TACA events, services, and programs are provided at no cost to families with autism. NOTE: TACA does host special events such as our Autism Journey Seminars or TACA Family Picnic(s) that are fee based. There are scholarships for fee-based educational events, available for families in need.

4. How do I become a TACA member? Are there dues?

It’s easy to become a member – sign up online here! Membership is FREE – there are NO dues.

5. How can I get a parent mentor or become a parent mentor?

Read about our mentor program.

6. What if I am facing a financial crisis?

Contact Moira Giammatteo to find out about how TACA participates in AutismCares (www.autismcares.org) to help families with in crisis.

7. How can I find a DAN! doctor?

Check out ARI’s listing of DAN! doctors. Join a Yahoo! group for your region to ask other local parents for recommendations.