August 10, 2021


OHIO FAMILY NETWORK WORK CONTINUES Great news! The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) recognizes the important work started by ASGA and the other members of the Ohio Family Network (OFN) and will continue funding the network’s programs supporting individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. In the past 18 months, have you participated in a social club, joined the online Facebook group, contacted the ASGA Help Line for assistance, viewed an educational webinar, or enjoyed one of the activity boxes? Then you experienced a service made possible in part because ASGA was chosen as a member of OFN and funded via a DODD grant. Big thanks to DODD for continuing this important work and we’re proud to be a member of the OFN Team!
ASGA SUMMER PROGRAMS
ACTIVITY BOX: COOKING AROUND THE WORLD *Deadline to Order: August 22, 2021* Learn about foods and cultures from different countries around the globe! This box includes fun facts, games, and crafts related to cooking along with recipes for your family to make together. $25/Box (includes shipping) Matthew and his siblings enjoyed their "Exploring the Outdoors" activity box! If you want to see what went in those boxes, WATCH OUR VIDEO! RIDE THE RAILS WITH ASGA LIMITED SPACE!! Sunday, August 22 \| 12 - 4 PM \| $25 Per Family All aboard the train! Come ride the rails with Ohio Live Steamers at the Lester Rail Trail in Medina! Have lunch and make train related crafts too! REGISTER HERE
EDUCATIONAL WEBINARS
TAKING AN ACTIVE ROLE IN YOUR CHILD’S IEP Monday, August 23 \| 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm \| Zoom Learn the essential parts of your child’s IEP and make sure it properly addresses their needs! Join us to hear Attorney Clinton Householder from Community Legal Aid discuss how to take an active role as a member of your child’s IEP Team. LEARN MORE ENSURING A GREAT START TO KINDERGARTEN FOR KIDS WITH ASD Wednesday, August 25 \| 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm \| Zoom Transitioning into kindergarten for a child with autism can be difficult! Hear Maggie Oliver, Intervention Specialist and Author discuss the crucial components to making that switch successful. LEARN MORE
SOCIAL CLUBS & SUPPORT GROUPS
ONLINE SOCIAL CLUBS FOR TEENS & ADULTS They're back! ASGA invites you to kick back with friends! Have fun participating in social activities, sharing interests, and meeting new people through a virtual format. The group is free, but registration is required to participate. Adults (Age 18+) meet every Wednesday, 7:00-8:00pm. LEARN MORE Teens (Age 13-17) meet the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesday, 7:00-8:00pm. Space is limited in this group LEARN MORE Stow Support Group - Coffee, Tea & Autism Date: August 20, 2021 Time: 7 PM Location: Panera Bread, 4338 Kent Road, Stow OH 44224 Facilitator: Mary Richards LEARN MORE
WAYS TO HELP ASGA!
DOUBLE DOWN CASINO NIGHT We are two months away from our 5^th Annual Double Down Casino night! The money raised during this event helps support our swim and bike programs and other ASGA programs throughout the year, such as our social clubs! If you would like to help support Double Down: We are in need of silent auction items VIEW SILENT AUCTION IDEAS Purchase a ticket and join us at the event Volunteer to help us plan or help on event day Contact Leslie Bloom for more information. Thank you to our Double Down Committee and ASGA Board members for your support of this event. STEP INTO AUTISM 2022 Next year we are returning to our in-person walk! Save the date, Saturday, June 11! We are looking for volunteers to help us plan for the 2022 Walk and would love to have you! Email Leslie Bloom for more information.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
WAIVER WEBINAR - The Arc of Ohio, will explore Ohio's Developmental Disability Waiver system Aug 12, 2021 at 6 PM. FIND A TRUCK EVENT - Summit Metro Parks will host “Find-A-Truck” in the parks on Saturday, August 14 from 9 - 1 PM. as a self-guided and family-friendly activity. SUGGESTIONS FOR AMERICAN RESUCE PLAN - ODM, ODA, DODD, OhioMHAS and ODE are seeking suggestions from stakeholders for investments in Home and Community-based services (including behavioral health services and services for individuals with substance use disorder) under the Medicaid Program. Complete by August 19. AUTISM WEBINARS - Over the next year, the Interagency Work Group on Autism (IWGA) is inviting Ohioans to join us for a series of conversations about autism. The next webinar is "Community Living: Where and how someone lives" discussing housing and living options, community access, transportation, home adaptations, and modifications on September 17 at 9 AM.

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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