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Pacific Autism Center for Education PACE Admin Offices PACE Pruneridge Campus 1880 Pruneridge Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95050 408.245.3400 General inquiries: info@pacificautism.org School inquiries: paceschool@pacificautism.org PACE San Aleso Campus 824 San Aleso Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085 408.625.6199

About Us Pacific Autism Center for Education (PACE) was founded in 1989 by parents, community members, and educators as a private 501(c)3 non-profit to meet the critical need for highquality programs for children and adults with autism. For over 30 years, PACE proudly provides services for individuals ages 3 - 60 years old in the Bay Area.

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To make a secure online donation and learn other ways to support PACE, visit us at: www.pacificautism.org/donate

PACE is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. PACE receives funding from the California Department of Education and the Department of Developmental Services, donors, and grants. Our Tax EIN is 77-0259858

Sunny Days Preschool 897 Broadleaf Ln, San Jose, CA 95128 408.625.6198 preschool@pacificautism.org Faces Behavioral Clinic 897 Broadleaf Ln, San Jose, CA 95128 408.785.0102 intake@facesforkids.org

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Our Programs

What is Autism?

The PACE School

Autism or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neuro-developmental disability that affects an individual’s ability to communicate, interact socially, and learn in conventional ways.

A non-profit, non-public school, certified by the California Department of Education and accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. The PACE School serves students ages 6 - 22 years old with moderate-to-severe autism.

Sunny Days Preschool Sunny Days Preschool is a California Licensed Child Care Center offering an inclusive program for 3 – 6-year-olds. The program supports children on the autism spectrum, neurotypical children, and those needing a little extra support in a responsive and nurturing environment.

PACE Residential

PACE operates five group homes in Santa Clara County licensed to serve residents from 6 to 59+ years of age. Each group home is managed by a team of trained residential staff members, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Faces Behavioral Therapy

Faces offers behavioral therapy for children ages 18 months to 14 years old. Faces Behavioral Therapy is based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). Under the direction of Board Certified Behavior Analysts, Faces therapists work on challenging behaviors and developing communication and social skills.

Porchlight Autism Education Series Porchlight is our free eLearning program with over 50 modules designed for parents or caregivers of children with autism and/or related developmental disabilities. Our library offers behavioral solutions to common daily challenges. Browse a variety of topics at www.porchlighteducation.org

Autism can be diagnosed as early as 18 months. Research shows that early intervention services can greatly improve a child’s development and allow them to reach their full potential.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention