Nassan's Place honors Autism Moms during Women History Month in March 2021

Women History Month's Autism Mom Honorees
In recognition of Women's History Month in March
Nassan's Place was honored to recognize a few amazing and phenomenal autism moms helping to make a difference in the lives of children and families affected by Autism in and around their communities.

These awesome and caring women were chosen because of their commitment to helping not only their own children on the autism spectrum but also helping other families affected by autism. They delivered food, sensory items, provided emotional support, childcare and other supports especially during the last year due to the many unexpected challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Thank you to the following who donated lunch, massages, fruit basket, wine and or ShopRite giftcards to the honorees: Newark Council President Mildred Crump, Chateau of Spain, Massage Envy in Berkeley Heights, Scott's Flowers, Patricia Wilson, Janet Mino and Zelma Crump

Click here to view a video message to the honorees from Grammy award winner, Oscar nominated singer and song writer, Siedah Garret.
Nassan's Place, President & Founder honored by the East Orange Rotary Club with the Cicely L. Tyson Award during Women History Month
Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr was honored to be one of the 1st honorees along with Cheryl Willis Hudson, by the East Orange Rotary Club with the Cicely L. Tyson Award for the impact of the work that Nassan's Place is providing in and around the City of East Orange to children and families affected by autism.


Nadine was honored to be a part of the program held on March 30,2021 as she shared with students of the Cicely L. Tyson Community School of Performing & Fine Arts how and why she started Nassan's Place and how she wanted to make a difference in the lives of children and families affected by Autism.
Nassan's Place in conjunction with F.L.A.M.E provide PPE, Sensory Friendly Bags, Clothes, Coats & Other Essentials
Nassan's Place joined forces with F.L.A.M.E (Firefighters League of Activities, Mentoring and Education) on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at St. Matthew A.M.E Church in Orange, NJ to provide PPE, Sensory Friendly Bags filled with sensory items and treats, clothes and coats donated by Secaucus Mayor Michael Gonnelli and F.L.A.M.E along with other essentials.

We were also joined by the amazing women of the Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. who donated self care baskets for 20 autism moms and dads.

Thank you to all of the volunteers and to Rev. Melvin E. Wilson and St. Matthew AME Church for their continued support.
April is Autism Awareness Month
Nassan's Place distribute Easter Baskets, PPE and
"Light It Up Blue" with Tropical Double Juice Co on World Autism Awareness Day
On Friday, April 2, 2021, in recognition of Autism Awareness Month, Tropical Double Juice Co in East Orange, NJ created a signature blue smoothie and will be donating a portion of the proceeds for each smoothie during the month of April.

Blue smoothies were donated to the families in attendance by friends and families of Nassan's Place.

Nassan's Place also distributed Easter Baskets donated by the North Jersey Ministers' Wives Minsters' Widows.

PPE was also distributed along with sensory items donated by
The Sankofa Alliance. Children for Partnership of Essex distributed information about resources to the families.
Nassan's Place in conjunction with
Mt Carmel Guild Academy host
"Autism Support Group"
On Tuesday, April 6, 2021 Nassan's Place in conjunction with Mt Carmel Guild Academy hosted our 1st in person "Autism Support Group" since 2019.

It was a great day for moms and dads along with their children to reconnect.

The day was filled with information, stories on the impact of the pandemic. Special guest, Erika Rowe from Partnership for Children shared resources available to families in the community.
Annual Comedy for a Cause with
Talent & Friends
Thursday, April 29, 2021

Join Nassan's Place for our 1st in person fundraiser since 2019.

It will be an inspirational evening of Autism Awareness, comedy, great food and surprises at our "Annual Comedy for a Cause with Talent & Friends".

We will be honoring, Kenneth M. Douglas, founder of F.L.A.M.E & Director of Orange FD.

For additional information and or to purchase a ticket click here.

Thank You for your Support!

SAVE THE DATES
8th Annual Nassan 5K Walk for Autism
Saturday, April 24, 2021

Saturday Enrichment Inclusion Program
May 1st, 8th & 15th

Sensory Friendly Movie Day
May(Actual DTBD)

Pamper Me, Mother's Day Event
Saturday, May 22, 2021

Women Empowerment Luncheon for Autism Moms/Caregivers
Saturday, June 12, 2021

Pamper Me, Father's Day Event
Saturday, June 19, 2021

Saturday Basketball Inclusion Camp
July-August


Please note that dates and or events/programs are subject to change, more details to come.

Nassan's Place adheres to all state and CDC safety guidelines.
Covid-19
As Nassan's Place, the families we serve and the world continue to deal with the many challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic please continue to follow all CDC and state safety guidelines

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Nassan’s Place can’t stop the diagnosis, but we can HELP the families affected by it!
Nassan’s Place can’t stop the diagnosis, but we can HELP the families affected by it!
Thank You for your unwavering support of Nassan's Place as we continue to help enrich and make a difference in the lives of children and families affected by Autism in and around under-served inner-city communities.

Sincerely,
Nadine Wright-Arbubakrr 
(973) 424 7781