What a great article, highlighting a city program with such amazing value to underserved members if our community. Congratulations, Ms Zimmerman.
KindTree-Autism Rocks offers an equally valuable experience, though only for one weekend, at their Friends and Family Camp in late August, augmented by their social groups, their Friday gatherings at Reality Kitchen, and their ongoing STiLE program. 
Some people need a little more help to participate in the life many of us take for granted. Eugene is a great place to find it.