Center “Anton is nearby”

Address
Trinity sq. P.S., 1
Category
Inclusive spaces
Weekdays
10:00 – 18:00
Web
https://vk.com/antontutryadom

“Anton is nearby” is a project of the Exit in St. Petersburg charity foundation, the first Russian center for systemic support for people with autism spectrum disorders.

The center was founded in 2013 by director Lyubov Arkus, who shot the film of the same name about the life of a young man with autism. Now the center implements 15 programs, among which are creative workshops, accompanied accommodation and employment, a musical project - the Anton Orchestra Orchestra, early assistance in kindergartens.

The center hosts open workshops for children over 10 years old and adults. Together with the guests, adults, adolescents and children with autism take part in the classes.

In total, the center has five workshops: ceramic, sewing, carpentry, decorating and bookbinding. There is also a store where you can buy products made in workshops. Funds from the sale of products go to the development of the center.

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