POAC is dedicated to helping children and adults with autism achieve their fullest potential by providing quality education, support, and recreation at no cost to participants.

POAC provides free training for parents and educators; free recreational and support services to children and adults with autism and their families; and free training for police and first responders, which, we are proud to say, has saved the lives of children with autism all over New Jersey.

Additionally, POAC supports ongoing quality research and promotes legislative issues that impact those with autism and their families. POAC is meeting the needs of those with autism in a very real way every day.

Autism & Safety
The information in these pages will help you do your job, protect yourself and your loved ones, and potentially save lives. We have great resources and information for everyone, including, but not limited to, police and first responders, hospital staff, educators and school personnel, as well as family, friends, and individuals with autism themselves.

NJ Autism Warriors
The NJ Autism Warriors Facebook group is the online support group for POAC, where parents can learn from the experts (other parents) and enjoy the company of others living our lives. Please note, this is a closed Facebook page only open to parents of children with autism.

Eligibility	POAC is here to meet the needs of anyone who loves or works with a child or adult with autism.
Age Groups	Children Adolescents Adults
Community Services	Arts & Recreation Recreation / Social / Sports Community Community Education Education Professional Education / Training Employment / Training Preparing for Adulthood Family & Support Services Family Support Parenting & Caregiving
Health Services	Intellectual and Developmental Needs Advocacy Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Payment Types	Free
Areas Served	State-Wide

Last Updated: 03/08/26