JA Beranis

March 1, 2022


WHAT CAN THE HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY DO BETTER FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES? NOW IS THE TIME FOR YOUR INPUT! What can the healthcare community do better? Tell us about your experiences in ANY medical situations (not just related to their disability) and how they could be improved from the perspective of a parent/guardian (including adult children), yourself as a self-advocate, or direct support professional. We want a variety of voices, including people of different races, gender identities, incomes, and ages, to provide input. We are hosting three different "Listening Sessions" and hope you will share your story in a supportive environment. REGISTER HERE
ASGA PROGRAMS
NEW!! FAMILY GAME NIGHT - TRIVIA Friday, March 7 \| 7-8 PM Free on Zoom - All Ages Welcome! Grab your snacks and test your trivia knowledge with other families for fun prizes! SEE DETAILS & REGISTER HERE NEW!! INCLUSIVE VIRTUAL STORYTIME Monday, March 7 \| 7:00-7:30 PM Free on Zoom - All Ages Welcome! Make a craft to use during storytime, sing songs and move your body. SEE DETAILS & REGISTER HERE BEGINNERS COOKING CLUB; AGES 14-22 Thursdays on Zoom \| 6:30-7:30 PM NEW Dates: Mar 10 to Apr 14 NEW Fee - $90 \|Register by February 18 Learn basic cooking techniques and kitchen safety with familiar tools from your own home. SEE DETAILS & PURCHASE HERE SWIMMING WITH AUTISM - AGES 6+ Mondays & Wednesdays Mar 21 to May 18 Register by March 14 - Fee of $400 A nine-week water safety program offering one-on-one instruction at the swimmer's ability level. SEE DETAILS & PURCHASE HERE
ASGA RESOURCES
AUTISM IN GIRLS - RESOURCES TO EXPLORE It's true -- boys are diagnosed with Autism four times as often as girls. Even with similar levels of trait severity, women and girls are less likely to be diagnosed than boys and men. But, why? ASGA has compiled a list of resources that will shed light on the idiosyncrasies of girls with Autism and the structure of the diagnostic tools that make diagnosis more difficult. LEARN MORE HERE DODD UPDATES As members of the Ohio Family Network, we disseminate information that can be helpful for connecting you and your family to the latest resources and information. LEARN MORE HERE
SOCIAL CLUBS & SUPPORT GROUPS
ONLINE SOCIAL CLUBS FOR TEENS & ADULTS Teens (Age 13-17) meets Tues, March 8 from 7-8 PM REGISTER HERE Adults (Age 18+) meets Wed, March 2 from 7-8 PM REGISTER HERE Grandparents meets Mon, Mar 28 from 7-8 PM REGISTER HERE COFFEE, TEA & AUTISM SUPPORT GROUPS Informal support groups providing time for discussion and information sharing among anyone impacted by autism. SUMMIT COUNTY CTA: In-Person at Stow Panera LEARN MOREPORTAGE COUNTY CTA: In-Person at Reed Memorial Library LEARN MOREJoin the online Facebook Coffee, Tea & Autism Group HERE!
COMMUNITY NEWS
MARCH 8: Ask the Advocate Town Hall MAR 10: Supporting Individuals to Manage their Financial Resources Webinar MARCH 18 Deadline: Tallmadge Little League Challenger Division MARCH 18: Dispute Resolution Webinar MARCH 26 - MAY 28: Upcoming CADA Classes email info@centerforada.org for info MAR 28: Medicaid & Medicaid Buy In Webinar with Employment First
WAYS TO SUPPORT ASGA
SUPPORT ASGA IN A UNIQUE WAY! ASGA is Charity of the Month at Shulan's Jewelers for March! Need to replace your watch batteries? All proceeds from watch battery sales will benefit ASGA. Thank you Shulan's for your continued support! Shulan's Address: 2850 A, W Market St, Fairlawn, OH 44333 Come out and celebrate St. Patrick's Day! All proceeds will benefit ASGA!Thank you to Dr. William Lanzinger and Dr. Sonny Bare for hosting this event to support individuals and families living with Autism in our community. How lucky of us to have them! Get your tickets HERE.

About the Autism Society of Greater Akron The Autism Society of Greater Akron's (ASGA) mission is to create connections, empowering everyone in the Autism community with the resources needed to live fully. ASGA serves Summit, Medina, Portage, Wayne, and Stark county communities. 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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