Jefferson Autism Center of Excellence

Leadership

Roseann C. Schaaf, PhD, OTR/L, FAOTA

Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy
Director, Jefferson Autism Center of Excellence
Professor, Farber Institute for Neurosciences

130 South 9th Street
6th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Roseann.Schaaf@jefferson.edu

215-503-9609

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Our Mission

The mission of the Jefferson Autism Center of Excellence (JeffACE) is to be an international hub of Autism activities dedicated to high-impact research, forward-thinking education and training, innovative community outreach, and programs of global distinction.

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Our Vision

Improves lives of those with Autism across the lifespan through:

Conducting cutting edge research that informs care & improves quality of life
Educating the next generation with evidence-based, value added clinical and research skills
Leading community outreach to advance function and independence though:
- Linking Jefferson with the Philadelphia and surrounding communities
- Pioneering an interprofessional student collaboration and outreach through the Autism Advocacy Group
- Responding to the national need for employment of autistic persons
- Improving access to services for autistic persons
- Connecting with families of autistic persons to provide information and support
- Improving culturally inclusive practices for autistic individuals and their families from diverse backgrounds
- Facilitating participation in research and program development for autistic persons