Grandparents Looking After Grandchildren with Disabilities

Monday, September 27  •  7:00 - 8:00 PM  •  Zoom Webinar Registration Required

If you are a grandparent, you might be asked to periodically look after your grandchildren.  But, have you considered the issues of discipline, back-up care, usual routines and rules or managing your grandchild’s behaviors?  This family situation has its challenges, but it has many bright spots as well.

The Autism Society of Greater Akron invites you to join Jocelyn Eskanazi, BaCBA, and other participants of the Grandparent Support Group as they discuss the ups and downs of looking after grandchildren with disabilities.

In this meeting, participants will:

• Be clear about their time commitment and what they feel comfortable doing
• Think about rules that apply to their grandchild but make life easier for grandparents
• Learn how to respect the routines and limitations that parents have established

An electronic device equipped with a microphone and camera are required to participate using the Zoom platform.

NOTE:  While there is a focus on autism, grandparents of grandchildren of all abilities are welcome!

If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Wendy Cline, LSW, and ASGA Support Specialist via email here or via phone at 330.940.1441 ext 1. 

ABOUT THE FACILITATOR

Jocelyn Eskenazi, BCaBA at The Esken Group, LLC
 

DO I NEED TO REGISTER?

Yes, registration is required to receive the link for the Zoom meeting.

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About the Autism Society of Greater Akron

The Autism Society of Greater Akron (ASGA) is part of a nationwide network of affiliates with the Autism Society of America, the nation’s largest and oldest grassroots autism organization. ASGA serves Summit, Stark, Wayne, Portage and Medina counties (OH) and 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.  OFN provides opportunities to share ideas, find solutions to common challenges and inspire and strengthen others.