| December 02, 2025
Breaking Isolation Through Understanding: Autism Society of Greater Phoenix
On this episode of FrontdoorsTV, host Carey Peña sits down with Olivia Fryer, Executive Director of the Autism Society of Greater Phoenix, for a powerful conversation about the rapidly growing need for autism support statewide. Olivia shares her personal journey as a mother, the organization’s expansion to serving 83% of Arizona, and the increasing autism diagnosis rate of 1 in 31 children.
Together, they discuss inclusive communities, late-in-life diagnoses, the importance of education, advocacy, and their groundbreaking “Safety on the Spectrum” training for law enforcement. This is a story of compassion, growth, and making sure no one walks their journey alone.
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Frontdoors Media celebrates the people and groups who give generously and work to build the future of our community. It’s the premier source of information – and inspiration – for those who strive to make the Valley of the Sun a better place to live.
Frontdoors Media celebrates the people and groups who give generously and work to build the future of our community. It’s the premier source of information – and inspiration – for those who strive to make the Valley of the Sun a better place to live.
