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    Accommodation

    Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina

    Project

    The Autism Centre was established by the government of the British Virgin Islands in 2012 with financial and technical support from two external organizations. The centre provides services to persons with autism to aid them in reaching their full potential. It offers a safe and nurturing environment in which children and adults receive individualized support towards the achievement of their personalized goals, particularly in the areas of cognitive, social, and life skills.

    Adults receive training in functional literacy and numeracy as well as social and independent living skills. Early intervention is provided for young children and all children participate in sessions which aid their language development, cognitive skills, social skills or whatever other skills need to be developed.

    The staff at the centre also offers support to families and schools in the form of training, modeling of good practice, and making of resources.

    Needs

    General School Supplies:
    Chalk, Colored Construction Paper, Colored Pencils, Crayons, Dry-Erase Markers, Erasers, Glue Sticks, Markers, Pencil Grips, Pencils, and Pens

    Text/Reading Books:
    (English) Age Appropriate Story Books, Board Books, Noisy Books, and Touch-and-Feel Books

    Art Supplies:
    Blu-Tack, Chenille Stems, Craft Scissors, Craft Sticks, Foam Shapes, Glitter, Magnetic Tape, Pom-Poms, Stickers, Velcro, Watercolor Brushes and Paints, and Wikki Stix

    Educational Games/Toys:
    Plastic Animal Toys, Play-Doh, Puzzles, Stuffed Animals/Soft Toys, and Vibrating Toys

    Sports/Outdoor Activity:
    Jump Ropes

    Initiatives Supported

    All the needs are current as of March 15, 2024
    Note: Location is approximated. If you see a lodging that is misplaced or missing, please contact us .
    Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina

    Listed on this page are the specific needs requested by the community project(s) so you can choose exactly what to pack for a purpose and express your gratitude to the local community with the supplies you take them. If you prefer, you may reach out directly to them to inquire about items which may be available for purchase locally. Arranging visits to community projects is beyond the scope of our mission. If you wish to visit a project, contact the participant and they can let you know what is possible.

    Candy and balloons are not on the needs list as they are harmful for the children and the environment for the following reasons:
    • Few of the children benefiting from these projects have access to toothpaste, toothbrushes, or a dentist. The candy promotes cavities.
    • The balloons once they become deflated are a choking hazard for local wildlife.

    Instead of taking candy or balloons, use that space for additional requested supplies, as they are priceless.