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What makes the Autism Society unique is that it’s a national grassroots organization made up of individuals with autism, family members, professionals and volunteers providing assistance and support to one another. Gaylord Hotels joins with them by partnering for the 'Rooms for Good' co-operative marketing/fundraising program. During the month of July, 10 percent of all revenue from 'Rooms for Good' vacation packages will be donated to this charity.
The Autism Society has 150 chapters that serve communities across the United States. Chapters provide support through information and referral services, recreational opportunities, advocacy and much more! Their national conference is the most comprehensive national conference on autism and is attended by 2000 people each year. This year, Autism Society is excited to hold their 42nd Conference and Exhibition of Autism Spectrum Disorders at the Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando from July 6-9.
"Individuals with autism and their families come to the Autism Society, a network of more than 100 chapters nationwide, because we provide support, community and assistance to those navigating an often confusing spectrum of services and supports," said Scott Badesch, interim president & CEO of the Autism Society. "The Autism Society is grateful to Gaylord Hotels and its guests for their generosity and support, which will help us expand our services, programs and advocacy efforts to fulfill our mission of improving the lives of all affected by autism."
Reward yourself while helping others. To find a chapter near you or learn more visit the Autism Society website.
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“Mister Q” is a household name around the Texan. This man is indeed a legend of gargantuan Gaylord proportions. Mister Q, rarely seen without his camera, earns his living as a full-time trolley driver, but makes his life as the unofficial Texan historian and volunteer archivist.
Mister Q’s love for the trolley stems from his days in Chicago. He spent countless hours both riding trolleys and admiring them from afar. To Mister Q there’s just something magical about a trolley. Mister Q has made his trolley more than just a means for transportation. He has turned the Texan trolley into a chance for social interaction, a chance for connections and a chance to provide fun and flawless service to each of his passengers.
Through the years Mister Q has taken over 4,000 pictures of the property, STARS and guests and has documented every event, opening and celebration along the way. He shares his “moments” with his guests through a single snap shot and sends them away with a memory as his unique gift to them. His job description states “The Trolley Driver is responsible for the safe and timely conveyance of passengers from Point A to Point B while operating a vehicle”. But Mister Q does much more than that. He pours his heart and soul into his trolley and into the Texan everyday. It is his mission to bring a smile to the faces of all who step aboard making their stay… well, magical.
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