Western New England Walk Now For Autism Speaks

WESTFIELD, Mass. (Mass Appeal) - Every 11 minutes, another family receives the devastating news that their child has an autism spectrum disorder. You can help to change that by walking this Saturday in the Western New England Walk Now For Autism Speaks.

Co-Chair George Rosa, and 2012 Ambassador Jesse Matthew and his mom Rebecca shared more about the upcoming event.


Walk Now for Autism Speaks

• Saturday, Sept. 29th
   
• Registration: 9:00 AM
  Walk Start: 10:00 AM
  Walk Length: 1.5 miles
   
• Stanley Park
  Westfield

Walk Now for Autism Speaks is a fun-filled, family friendly event and is our single most powerful force to fund vital research that will lead us to the answers we need. Experience the power of thousands united by a single cause by joining Walk Now for Autism Speaks.

Autism is the fastest-growing serious developmental disorder in the U.S.  Whether this is your first walk or the 10th, take the first step and register today. You will not only raise funds, but you will become a part of a fun and supportive family-focused community.

Every 11 minutes, another family receives the devastating news that their child has an autism spectrum disorder. Help us change that! Start fundraising today. Whether you strive to join our new "Grand Club" (walkers that raise $1,000 or more) or sell lemonade to boost your total or create your own unique event, you become a part of the solution! Don't wait another minute - start a corporate, school or family team today!

The day will feature live entertainment by TJ and the Peepers, a carnival ame tent with prizes for the kids, Inflatables, including an obstacle course & giant slide, a touch a truck area, refreshments, a resource fair-featuring local Autism service providers & much, much more!

22News Anchor Elysia Rodriguez, will serve as the emcee for the pre-event stage program!