ENGAGING SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP
FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS

Thursdays at 6:30 PM (NEW TIME)  |  Oct 15  - Nov 19 

The goal for the group is to work on the hidden curriculum of social skills, while having FUN!  Participants will take turns sharing their special interests, making their favorite snack for the group, interviewing their peers and playing Trivia! The cost is $180 for six, one-hour sessions, a $450 value. There are a COUPLE spots left, so be sure to register TODAY!

TRAINING FOR DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS

Direct Support Professionals (DSP) play an imortant role in the lives of individuals with autism and intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). DSP's give direct care and support those individuals to lead a self-directed life and contribute to the community to the fullest extent possible. Many times ASGA has been asked to provide training for DSP’s on “autism.” We have listened and developed a program with your questions in mind!

REGISTRATION COMING SOON!

VOTING FROM A DISABILITY-RIGHTS PERSPECTIVE

As we move closer to Election Day, it is critical you or your loved ones know your voting rights as an individual with disabilities. Make sure you are registered and get proper information on voting in person vs mail-in voting. It is important to know each candidate's stance on disability rights to build a better future for those impacted by autism and other developmental and physical disabilities.

View each candidate's stance on topics regarding disability rights by downloading the candidate chart. 

Are you interested in meeting people who have also been impacted by autism? Join our online Facebook group or come to one of the Coffee, Tea & Autism meetings in your county!

 What parents are saying:

“The CTA group has been completely invaluable to me. I have learned so much. When our son was first diagnosed, I immediately searched to connect with others. The CTA group was a God-send…I’ve built friendships, learned about resources, and I now know that I am not alone. I still continue to attend even though it’s been 4 years since our son’s diagnosis.”

Upcoming Meetings: 

Kent/Stow - Facilitated by Mary Richards, Friday, Oct 16 and Nov 6 at 7:00 PM Panera Bread in Stow

Ravenna - Facilitated by Trina Bullard, Tuesday, Oct 27 at 10:00 AM via Zoom
(email Wendy for link)

Online Facebook Group - JOIN HERE

Shulan’s Fairlawn Jewelers is donating proceeds from the sale of batteries to ASGA! Stop into today for a battery for your watch, clock, jewelry box, and other fine items. If you need a new battery for ANY of your jewelery, this is a good time to get it! Thank you Shulan's for supporting ASGA! 

Visit Shulan's Fairlawn Jewelers website HERE!

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.