About - Full Spectrum Farms

We’re Full Spectrum Farms

Our mission is to help people with Autism Spectrum Disorder be more active and involved in the WNC communities

Our Vision

Full Spectrum Farms is dedicated to serving people impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Western North Carolina by providing a farm community. We strive to provide independence through meaningful work, recreation, and community involvement. through our many art classes, farm therapy and family workshops.

Our Mission

Founded in 2002 by parents of children with ASD, Full Spectrum Farms is a non-profit organization serving individuals with ASD in Western North Carolina. We are a thirty-four-acre farm where individuals with ASD can live, work, and explore in a safe and encouraging environment. Full Spectrum Farms provides a unique model for ASD services as a nurturing community where individuals with ASD can live and work with a focus on organic farming and natural crafts and art.

Community Focus

The Farm helps individuals with ASD develop lifelong learning and living skills through projects such as woodworking, pottery, and weaving, as well as growing and selling organic produce and flowers. Through these endeavors, we provide an opportunity for individuals with ASD to support their communities and themselves. Our specific goals for the future are to obtain and build residential homes on our property, along with a community center, craft building area, and community garden.

Our Horizon

In order to move forward with our goals, we plan to incorporate current research, speak with families affected by ASD, learn from similar facilities and professionals in the field to help us create a sensory-sensitive community of growth. We pay particular attention to organic farming, natural crafts training, supported living, teaching, and sustainable, green initiatives as we continue to grow Full Spectrum Farms.

Meet The Team

Our Management Team

Meet the people that make the daily operations of our farm possible

Farm Director

Erin McManus

Erin works tirelessly to coordinate weekly programs, plan special events, manage donations, and cultivate relationships in the local community.

Farm Manager

Carol West

Carol works relentlessly to ensure our garden stays green, our weekly programs run smoothly, and our relationships with local businesses thrive.

Art Instructor

Christina Daniels

Christina Daniels runs the Full Spectrum Farms Pottery program. She is an accomplished potter and local K-12 Art teacher. Christina teaches both private and group lessons for the clients of FSF.