14th Annual 'Walk For Autism' Planned For Sept. 24 In Massapequa

MASSAPEQUA, NY — The Town of Oyster Bay's 14th Annual "Walk for Autisim" is being held Burns Park in Massapequa on Sept. 24, with a rain date of Oct. 1.

The walk will benefit Advantage Care Health Center's Fay J. Lindner Center for Autism & Developmental Disabilities, one of the leading treatment and outpatient assessment programs for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

"Autism can present itself in a wide variety of ways, typically characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication, as well as unique strengths and differences," Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino said. "It is estimated that the condition affects 1 in every 54 children in the United States, and early diagnosis leads to an increased ability to help through intervention services."

Registration for the event begins at 10 a.m., with the walk starting at 11 a.m. The registration fee is $10 for individuals and $25 for families. All registrants will receive entrance to the post-walk tailgate party with refreshments and free T-shirts while supplies last.