ASGA stands with the Autism Society of America in encouraging parents/guardians of 12 - 15 year olds to talk to your child's doctor about the COVID-19 vaccine. The disability community was profoundly impacted by the disease so determining what is best for your child
is so important! READ MORE

ACTIVITY BOX: EXPLORING THE OUTDOORS
Deadline to Order is TOMORROW, May 19!! - Enjoy a variety of crafts and games, make a bird house and a sun catcher, use textured rubbing plates, plant seeds and use sequencing cards to learn how plants grow, plus more. There is something for everyone! RESERVE YOUR BOX

THINGS GRANDPARENTS SHOULD AND SHOULDN'T SAY
Wednesday, May 25 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm | Zoom - Learn how to acknowledge your adult child's struggle raising a child with a disability, be an asset to them, and celebrate the little victories! REGISTER HERE 

LETTING GO AND MOVING ON: HOUSING OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES - Wednesday, May 26 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm | Zoom 
Join Jackie Owens from the Summit County Board of DD as she discusses a variety of housing options for different levels of ability, the pre-requisites needed to live in a supportive environment, and the financial responsibility of each option. REGISTER HERE

COFFEE, TEA & AUTISM 

LAST MEETINGS BEFORE SUMMER BREAK!

Join our Facebook group or come to one of the meetings below!

Ravenna – 10AM with Facilitator: Trina Bullard
MAY 25, - ZOOM - REGISTER

Kent/Stow – IN-PERSON -7PM with Facilitator: Mary Richards 
MAY 21  - Location: Panera Bread · 4338 Kent Road, Stow OH 44224

The ASGA online Coffee, Tea and Autism Group is a closed page for families to share successes, needs, information and resources. All disabilities, ages and abilities are welcome! Join today! This page is great way to engage and stay supported over the summer while CTA is paused until the fall! JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP

WEEK 5 OF THE 54-DAY CHALLENGE!

We are one month away from the end of the
Challenge on June 17 
Resource Fair and Family Fun Day: Saturday, June 19

Let's look back at last week's top teams, fundraisers, and challenge partipants! 

Thank you to everyone who has participated so far! We can’t wait to see who joins us next!

You can register for the 54-Day Challenge from now until June 17, however to receive your
t-shirt and car cling, you MUST REGISTER by June 1!

Watch Team Super Matthew talk about why they are taking the Challenge with Spectrum News 1! WATCH THE VIDEO

                      RESOURCE FAIR AND FAMILY FUN DAY!
                    June 19 from 10 AM - 1 PM at Lock 3 Park
                              200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308


IN-PERSON EVENT! To celebrate the end of the Challenge, join us on June 19 from 10 AM - 1 PM for our annual Resource Fair and Family Fun Day at Lock 3 Park in Downtown Akron! Come enjoy a day out with our community, check out disability resources, games, food, and visits from characters like Elsa, Superheroes and Star Wars! This event is open to everyone! LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS EVENT HERE!

                         SUPPORT THESE TEAM FUNDRAISERS!

TOWPATH PUB CRAWL -  Saturday, May 22 - Calling all bike enthusiasts! Team Towpath Rider’s cycling event is this Saturday! SEE FLYER HERE. Sign up today and get your bike ready to go! There are two distance options available: 13 or 25 miles. All riders will enjoy 4 stops along the towpath allowing time for drinks and socializing! LEARN MORE AND REGISTER TODAY!

UNIONTOWN CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER - Join Paulie's Posse for their Chipotle team fundraiser, Tuesday, June 1, between 4 - 8 PM! Bring in this flyer, Order on the Chipotle website or app by using Code: 66QYZ6K at checkout. 

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.