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| ADVOCATES, THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY NEEDS YOUR HELP!
Needed Funds for Home and Community-Based Services President Biden announced his American Jobs Plan that includes $400 billion to: 1.) expand Medicaid home and community-based services (HCBS) for people with disabilities 2.) increase wages and benefits for direct support professionals (DSP) Investing in HCBS services expansion will enable caregivers to rejoin the workforce as well as stimulate economic growth and job creation. Without the investment in services outlined in the Build Back Better Agenda, family caregivers will have to continue to fill in the huge gaps in the service system. Congress is deciding right now whether to allocate the full $400 Billion for HCBS that is in President Biden's Build Back Better recovery plan. The full $400 Billion is necessary to ensure HCBS is accessible and equitable. ACTION NEEDED:
For more information on this and other policy issues of interest to the disability community, see the Autism Society’s latest Ignite for Autism newsletter. |
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Understanding the essential parts of your child’s IEP and making sure it properly addresses their needs can be instrumental in insuring your child is getting the appropriate education. Join us to hear Attorney Clinton Householder from Community Legal Aid discuss how to take an active role as a member of your child’s IEP Team.
When a child with autism transitions from preschool to kindergarten, it involves more than a new backpack and pencils. Hear Maggie Oliver, Intervention Specialist and Author discuss the crucial components to a successful transition.
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ACTIVITY BOX: COOKING AROUND THE WORLD Explore foods and cultures of China, India, Italy, Mexico, and the United States. Learn interesting facts, play games, and make crafts related to cooking along with simple recipes for the family to make together. Everything is done for you - no trips to the art supply store, no spending time planning or searching for ideas. Just $25 (includes shipping).
We’re back! Join us for our first in-person event where train lovers of all ages can enjoy a unique train riding experience with the Northeast Ohio Live Steamers at the Lester Rail Trail in Medina. Have lunch and make train related crafts too! Space is limited.
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If you are interested in learning more, please contact Leslie Bloom.
Do you enjoy participating in our signature Step Into Autism walk? Are you new to the community and looking to help and meet some new people? We are looking for volunteers for the 2022 Walk and would love to have you! Please email Leslie Bloom for more information.
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FREE FAMILY SIGN CLASS - Greenleaf Family Center’s Community Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing presents 8 classes that will take place on Zoom every Tuesday starting August 17th and concluding October 5th. UTILITY ASSISTANCE - Eligible Ohioans can receive assistance with electric utility bills, central air conditioning repairs, and air conditioning unit and/or fan purchases through the HEAP Summer Crisis Program. COLLEGE FOR LIVING PROGRAM - Fall activities for individuals with developmental disabilities. |
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About the Autism Society of Greater Akron The Autism Society of Greater Akron (ASGA) is one of more than 80 affiliates nationwide that are part of the Autism Society of America, the nation’s largest and oldest grassroots autism organization. ASGA serves Summit, Stark, Wayne, Portage, and Medina counties. ASGA works locally to achieve its mission to improve the lives of all affected by autism. ASGA is also a proud member of the Ohio Family Network (OFN), connecting people with disabilities and their families to local information and resources within their communities. We believe OFN provides opportunities to share ideas, find solutions to common challenges and inspire and strengthen each other |
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