Calendar of Events
Upcoming Events
ASGA events and fundraisers bring the Greater Akron Autism community together for education, networking, and fun. Events range from educational workshops to adapted community events to our largest annual fundraiser, Step Into Autism.
Events and fundraisers offer everyone in the Autism community, a safe, welcoming, non-judgmental place to learn, participate, and support ASGA. All money raised stays local to provide services to anyone impacted by Autism in Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, and Wayne counties.
July 7 – 11
April 7, 14, & 21
Research shows parents of children with Autism experience higher levels of stress and isolation, with 45% of parents reporting feelings of loneliness in their parenting journey (Autism Speaks). This 3-part series will give parents and caregivers of individuals with Autism the opportunity to connect and discuss topics like Parental Resilience and Child Development. Registration is required. Attend all three sessions to be entered to win a $300 gift card or a self-care gift basket.
April 29
Policy Updates:
Education and Medicaid
Join us for an informative and engaging session where we will provide updates on two critical policy changes currently under discussion: the potential elimination of the Department of Education and proposed cuts to Medicaid. Speakers for this in person gathering will be Kerry Agins from Agins & Gilman LLC and Gary Tonks from The Arc of Ohio.
May 28
This interactive webinar helps caregivers reflect on the school year, assess their child’s growth, and set meaningful goals. Attendees learn to use the Goal Attainment Tool to create personalized, measurable goals and discover ways to integrate developmental activities into summer routines. The session offers practical tips, resources, and an opportunity to connect.
June 2
Summer is a great time to relax but also maintain essential skills. Studies show up to 60% of children with Autism experience skill regression during the break. Join Katie Henderson, Occupational Therapist from Bloom OT, for a virtual workshop with strategies to help keep skills sharp in students with Autism.
Spring 2025
Water Safety Program
The Autism Society of Greater Akron created a water safety program in partnership with the Kohl Family YMCA that launched in September of 2017. Participants are taught one on one by a qualified instructor with the focus being water safety along with adapted, appropriate swimming skills specific to the participant.
September 2024 – May 2025
Teen Social Club
A fun Social Club for Teens with ASD and other developmental disabilities age 13 to 17! Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month. Meetings are a mix between virtual and in-person.
Must register to become a member of the club to receive additional meeting details.
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