LIFE (Learning, Inclusion, Fun & Empowerment) Mower County
LIFE is better together.

​Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday : CLOSED
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Autism Friendly Austin

Age Range:  3-21
Contact:  Bernadette "Bernie" Nierman
507-473-4833 or [email protected]
We would like to acknowledge The United Way of Mower County and
​the Hormel Foundation for their generous support of this program.

​View the current Program Guide.


Camps

LIFE Sidekicks

Project Lifesaver

Rec Nights


If you haven't attended any activities with Autism Friendly Austin, since the program switched from the Hormel Historic Home to LIFE Mower County on September 1, 2025, and you want to register for day camps, summer camps, or rec nights, please click here to read more on how to get registered.

The Autism Friendly Austin (AFA) initiative was created to bring together current service providers, retailers, and businesses to better serve individuals with diverse abilities. Together, we can build a stronger, more inclusive community by understanding the needs of your customers, your employees, and your neighbors.

Our vision is to make our community and the surrounding area inclusion friendly, sensory sensitive, and welcoming to all families. Our mission is to promote understanding and provide support for inclusion and acceptance of individuals with diverse abilities through community engagement, training, and education.

Mower County has some great resources in place for individuals with diverse abilities, and we want to make sure you're aware of them—and that your business or service is recognized as one of them. Our team can help you become an inclusion friendly location. With a minimal investment of time and money, your business can grow and become a preferred provider for those actively seeking accessible, welcoming shopping and service experiences. We’ll provide the tools and resources you need to attract and support both customers and potential employees with diverse abilities.
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Autism Friendly Austin Certified Locations

Coming Soon!
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LIFE Mower County, ​401 2nd Avenue NE, Austin, MN 55912  |  ​507-433-8994  |  [email protected]

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