Families In Arms
Our mission is to give families of children with Autism the opportunity 
to create memories that go far beyond the walls of therapy.
Families In Arms, Inc., is a nonprofit public charity, 501(c)(3).
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Who is eligible?


*Nominee must be at least 5 years old at the time of referral.

*Nominee must live in New York.

*Nominee has not been to Disney World in the past (if granted, this will be their first Disney trip).

*Nominee must have a diagnosis of ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder).

*Nominee must be referred by one or more of the following:  medical professional treating the child, teacher, teacher assistant, social worker, Autism organization/support group leader, guidance counselor, principal, therapist (ABA, speech, psychologist, OT, PT...), life coach, SEPTA board member or school administrator.  

(If you are a family member or family friend of a child with Autism who would benefit from this "FIA Disney Memory Vacation", please reach out to one of the people that fall into the categories above to make the referral).

*Nominee and immediate family (primary guardians/siblings living in the home) must be in need of the financial support of Families In Arms in order to be able to travel to Disney World.

*An "FIA Disney Memory Vacation" can only be granted to a family one time.

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Once an "FIA Disney Memory Vacation" is granted, the following documents must be submitted prior to planning trip:

*Medical release form- signed

*Waiver of Liability- signed

*Photo release form- signed
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Hours

M-F: 10am - 4pm

Telephone

516-680-1090

Email

Familiesinarms@optonline.net
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