Welcome to Children's Autism Foundation

About Us

Our mission is to provide direct support to families of children affected by autism Read More
Join in

To help parents and children practice together social and friendship skills. Read More
Stepping Stones

To increase parental competence and confidence in raising children with disabilities. Read More
Outreach – Family Support

This is our holistic ‘hands on’ outreach service Read More
Outreach- Skills through Play

Being able to play teaches children important lessons about the world. Read More

Children’s Autism Foundation 2 Minute Survey

The 2 minute survey is easy to complete and will assist us with our programmes and services in … [Read More...]

2015 Professional and Personal Development

Professional and Personal Development to further understand ASD Featuring: Leading Pediatrician … [Read More...]

Join In Jumping Beans registrations now available for under 6’s

Starting in Term One, 2015 This uniquely designed programme is for Children under 6, who are … [Read More...]

“I have found the team amazing, in my time of crisis with my son they have been there for me. The join in group has been brilliant for my son and the one place he would go to, when he wouldn't even go to school”.

2014-12-19T13:31:27+00:00

“I have found the team amazing, in my time of crisis with my son they have been there for me. The join in group has been brilliant for my son and the one place he would go to, when he View Full →

http://www.autism.org.nz/testimonials/2346

“My daughter was recently diagnosed with ASD, the children's autism foundation have been very helpful & supportive. Thank you”.

2014-12-19T13:30:59+00:00

“My daughter was recently diagnosed with ASD, the children’s autism foundation have been very helpful & supportive. Thank you”.

http://www.autism.org.nz/testimonials/2345

“Children Autism Foundation offer a fantastic support and service to families. The staff are knowledgeable and friendly and very supportive of family’s needs. CAF maintain good liaison with other services”.

2014-12-19T13:34:25+00:00

http://www.autism.org.nz/testimonials/2351

"The Course that our son participated in provided us with much needed understanding of our needs, strategies to cope with the many issues we face, and a network that will be of benefit to use for a long time to come. There is someone out there who cares."

2014-12-17T10:29:00+00:00

“The Course that our son participated in provided us with much needed understanding of our needs, strategies to cope with the many issues we face, and a network that will be of benefit to use for a long time to View Full →

http://www.autism.org.nz/testimonials/2253

“What an awesome team of people you have”.

2014-12-19T13:32:50+00:00

“What an awesome team of people you have”.

http://www.autism.org.nz/testimonials/2349

About Us

Join in

Stepping Stones

Outreach – Family Support

Outreach- Skills through Play

Welcome to the Children’s Autism Foundation

Upcoming Events

Children’s Autism Foundation 2 Minute Survey

2015 Professional and Personal Development

Join In Jumping Beans registrations now available for under 6’s