The Autism and Movement Project, or AAMP, is reporting new levels of growth in interest such that there is now a waiting list for participants.  The Pana-based organization works with individuals of all ages who are neurodivergent.  With younger participants, they focus on Autism Movement Therapy which is believed to help the brain develop more easily.

Community members or their parents can express interest in the program at their website, www.aamplearningcenter.org.  Erica Matthews, the founder and owner, says accepted participants are placed based on individual needs and availability.

Matthews handles some of the instruction herself and generally does not hire others to teach due to the lack of turnover in staff.

AAMP is based at 11 South Locust Street in Pana.  They also oversee Brewin’ Hope Coffeehouse at 215 South Locust Street, which their adult participants run. 

Matthews says the opportunities across the age spectrum came about after early participants outgrew the youth activities but still wanted the connection with the organization.

More information on the Autism and Movement Project is available at www.aamplearningcenter.org and on their Facebook page.

Erica Matthews appeared as a guest on the WTIM Pana Morning Show.