Elliot Maxwell is one of three clients of Ascendigo Autism Services who are employed at the Element Basalt Aspen hotel through Ascendigo’s vocational program.
Aspen’s high profile annual party over Presidents’ Day Weekend, Ascendigo Blue 2024, celebrates Ascendigo Autism Services’ 20th anniversary with a lively Great Gatsby-themed gala on Saturday, Feb. 17 at The St. Regis Aspen Resort.
On today's newscast: parts of Glenwood Springs experienced a power outage Monday night, Aspen City Council wants more public feedback before it moves forward on changes to the city entrance, ACRA is hosting a candidate forum for city council and mayoral candidates next week, Skico met with Snowmass Village officials to share future plans for the ski resort, Ascendigo Autism Service's annual gala is this Saturday in Aspen, Senator John Hickenlooper is convening a caucus to discuss water issues on the Colorado River, and more.
Carbondale-based nonprofit Ascendigo Autism Services is developing a new community safety program and training for law enforcement and first responders who interact with people on the autism spectrum. The organization says knowing how to recognize the signs of autism can help de-escalate situations and even prevent violence.