Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism at UVU

A new center designed to support adults with autism is preparing to open its doors next week, aiming to fill a long‑standing gap in services for individuals on the spectrum after they age out of youth programs.

"When Riley was diagnosed with autism, I didn't know anything about autism," parent Tricia Nelson said.

Now that her son is 24 years old, she understands the need for access to helpful programs for adults.

Read more: https://www.ksl.com/article/51511710/

✍: Debbie Worthen, KSL
📸: Zack Pope, KSL

On June 9th, the Autism Council of Utah visited UVU to award Jennifer Call with the 2026 Autism Champion Award. This award is reserved for those who have made significant contributions to supporting people with autism. Recipients are honored for exemplary advocacy, leadership, and efforts to promote understanding and improved quality of life for individuals on the autism spectrum and their communities. Please join us in celebrating Jennifer Call for this huge accomplishment!

🎉 Grand Opening Celebration! 🎉
We are excited to support and announce the grand opening of the Utah Autism Community Center and celebrate the innovative partnership between Utah Autism Academy and the Melisa Nellesen Center for Autism.
Together, we are creating a space where individuals with autism, families, students, and professionals can connect, learn, and thrive. Through this unique collaboration, we are expanding access to meaningful services, hands-on learning opportunities, workforce development, and community engagement across Utah.
Join us as we celebrate a new chapter of connection, belonging, and opportunity for the autism community.

Today is Inclusive Postsecondary Education Day. This week we celebrated our Wolverines Elevated recent graduates! Did you know that college is an option for students with ? Wolverines Elevated is one of those programs happily serving students, extending opportunities, and removing barriers. https://www.uvu.edu/wolverines-elevated/

The All In Tournament is an annual youth baseball event hosted by PROLOOK Sports in Utah County. The 2026 tournament is scheduled for April 30th -May2nd with an opening night celebration on April 30th hosted at Utah Valley University!

There will be opportunities at each game throughout the tournament for Inclusion Pitches. More information on locations coming soon!

If you’re a parent of a child with exceptional needs, you know this kind of love doesn’t retire. 💚
Planning for your future also means protecting theirs—and you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Join us for a meaningful and practical webinar designed to give you clarity, peace of mind, and real steps forward:

Thoughtful Planning for Lifelong Care and Financial Security for Children with Exceptional Needs

🗓 Wednesday, June 3, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM MT
📍 Online – attend from anywhere

You’ll learn:
✔️ How to plan for two lifetimes at once
✔️ Ways to protect SSI, SSDI, and DAC benefits
✔️ When to use Special Needs Trusts & ABLE accounts
✔️ Essential documents for long-term care planning
✔️ Practical steps you can start right away

💬 PLUS: Live Q&A with the presenter!

Can’t attend live? Register anyway and we’ll send you the recording.

This isn’t just financial planning—it’s peace of mind for your child’s future. 💚

🔗 Reserve your spot today:
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