CHARTING THE LIFECOURSE:
TWO PART SERIES

 Thursdays-Nov 5 & Nov 12 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm | Zoom 

Join us for this two-part series with Barbara Sapharas as we learn about theCharting the LifeCourse Framework.  These tools can be used across the lifespan for individuals living with disabilities, their families, educators, professionals and service providers!

Individuals & family members will learn more about themselves and their family; how to organize their thoughts and advocate for wants and needs; problem-solve and plan for taking action; and how to direct their services and supports!

Professionals can assist clients by learning about facilitating planning for now and the future; coordinating integrated services and supports; handling conflict resolution, and promoting advocacy.

 

RECAP FROM THE GROWING
FAMILY RESILIENCE SERIES

Building Family Resilience professionals, Claudia and Sarah explained mutually beneficial relationships, making choices that align with your preferences but are connected with viable opportunities, and combating trauma.

At the core of resilience are the questions: Who am I? How am I? How do I know? Being able to answer these three questions builds resilience. Stressors can cause road blocks in our lives and with the current state of the world, these tools from the Growing Family Resilience Series were so helpful to our families! 

Thank you Claudia and Sarah for helping us grow to be stronger, more mindful individuals!

GIVING TUESDAY IS BACK
BUT WITH A TWIST

ASGA is partnering with local group homes this giving season! Every dollar donated from now until Dec 2 will be used to purchase holiday gifts for individuals living in group homes. We need YOUR help to spread the holiday cheer! DONATE TODAY!

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:

“I came to my first meeting looking for ways to be a better parent to my son with autism. And while I got that, this group became more than a class or just information. The group has helped me become a more confident mother. It is a safe place to share stories that other friends would not understand. We share both the joy of the advances and disappointment and fear of setbacks.  While everyone's experience is different, so much power comes from realizing you are not alone".

Upcoming Meetings: 

Kent/Stow - Facilitated by Mary Richards, Friday, Nov 6 and Nov 20 at 7:00 PM Panera Bread in Stow

Ravenna - Facilitated by Trina Bullard, Tuesday, Nov 24 at 10:00 AM via Zoom
(email Wendy for link)

Online Facebook Group - JOIN 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.