November 4, 2021

 

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GIVING TUESDAY IS NOVEMBER 30!

November is here! The leaves are falling, the air is chilling, the holidays are around the corner, and so is Giving Tuesday! Next week we will be kicking off our annual giving campaign, YOU are the Connection. 

As someone who has supported ASGA in some way or participated in one of our many programs or events, you have connected families, like your own, to each other, to new friends, and to our community.

We hope you will consider ASGA in your end of the year giving plans and help us continue to connect our community with important supports and programs. Look for more information in your email and on our social media pages.

Thank you for being the connection and supporting ASGA.

INCLUSIVE EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

In the ParkHALLOWEEN ISN’T OVER! Wear Your Costume or Just Take a Stroll

Event Rescheduled: Saturday,
November 6 | 2 – 4 PM

Trail Lake Park, 605 Ravenna Rd, Streetsboro

A FEW SLOTS LEFT! Halloween doesn't end in October this year! Join ASGA and Portage Park District  for a fun-filled afternoon at Trail Lake Park. Community partners will hand out treats and information on local resources. This event is open to ALL ages and abilities! Registration is free but required to hold your spot.    

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Panel Discussion NH 1ALMOST EVERYTHING I KNOW ABOUT
AUTISM, I LEARNED FROM OTHER
PARENTS PANEL DISCUSSION

Thursday, November 18  | 7 - 8 PM | Zoom

Getting practical advice and support, along with hearing personal stories from parents who have cared for individuals with disabilities into adulthood can be so helpful for newly diagnosed families. Join the Autism Society of Greater Akron (ASGA) and four panel members with family members on the spectrum for a virtual discussion on raising a child with a disability, moderated by Laurie Cramer, ASGA Executive Director.

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Holiday activity kitNEW!! HOLIDAY ACTIVITY BOX

Looking for fun things to do over winter break? Order this box full of crafts, games, and activities to do as a family. It’s got variety. It’s convenient. And it’s priced right. Deadline to order is Dec 5.
 

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Caring Santa Lisa and FamNEW!! S’MORES WITH SANTA

December 11 & 12  |  1 – 4 PM
Wingfoot Lake State Park  | 993 Goodyear Park Blvd, Mogadore

YES, Santa Claus is coming to town and you can see him in-person! Enjoy s’mores, hot chocolate and apple cider outside. Then make crafts at your socially distanced table with ASGA Elves inside while you wait to visit with Santa.  Professional photographs taken and personal photos permitted. Cost is $25 per family. Reserve your time slot today! 

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SOCIAL CLUBS & SUPPORT GROUPS
Grandparents NH 1GRANDPARENT SUPPORT GROUP
KNOW YOUR LIMITS

Tuesday, November 30 | 7  – 8 PM | Zoom

Grandparents need support too! Join Jocelyn Eskanazi, BaCBA, and other grandparents to talk about how to know your limits andset boundaries. Grandparents of ALL abilities are welcome!

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ONLINE SOCIAL CLUBS FOR TEENS & ADULTS 

They're back! Have fun participating in social activities, sharing interests, and meeting new people through an online format. Group is open and free, registration is required. 

  • Teens (Age 13-17) meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesday,7 - 8 PM. LEARN MORE
    There will be no Teen Social Club meeting on Tuesday, November 23rd.

  • Adults (Age 18+) meet every Wednesday, 7 - 8 PM. LEARN MORE
    There will be no Adult Social Club meeting on Wednesday, November 24th.


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NOW IN PERSON!

SUMMIT COUNTY CTA - November 5, 19
Time: 7 PM
Location: Panera Bread in Stow (4338 Kent Road, Stow OH 44224)
Facilitator: Mary Richards LEARN MORE

PORTAGE COUNTY CTA - NO NOVEMBER DATES
Time: 10 AM
Location: Carlin Room at Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna (167 E Main St, Ravenna, OH 44266) 
Facilitator:  Trina Bullard LEARN MORE
 

Join our closed online Facebook Coffee, Tea & Autism Group HERE!

IN THE NEWS

URGE CONGRESS TO SUPPORT HOME AND
COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES

Call or send a message to Congress TODAY!

The Build Back Better reconciliation bill under consideration in Congress now includes resources to build the infrastructure for home and community-based services, respite care, paid family leave, supported employment, housing, special education and many other social service spending that would help people with autism and their families.

Please continue to educate your Members of Congress about the importance of building the infrastructure that supports people with autism and other disabilities using our action alert. The number to call your members of Congress is 202-224-3121.



RECOGNIZE, ASSIST, INCLUDE, SUPPORT, AND ENGAGE (RAISE)

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On September 22, the Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE) Act Family Caregiving Advisory Council delivered its initial report to Congress. It includes a comprehensive review of the current state of family caregiving and 26 recommendations for how the federal government, states, tribes, territories, and communities—in partnership with the private sector—can better Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage family caregivers. Download the RAISE Family Caregivers Act Initial Report to Congress. To learn more about the report development, see the RAISE Family Caregivers Act factsheet and read the press release.

IN OTHER NEWS

FREE WEBINAR - Join Total Education Solutions (TES) and Presenter - Monica Jones, BCBA for "Behavior 101" Nov 4, 2021 at 10 AM. 

FREE WEBINAROCALI presents “Ensuring Access to the General Curriculum for All Learners” webinar November 11, 2021 at 4 pm.

 

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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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