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WIDE AWAKE: AUTISM & SLEEP CHALLENGES DID YOU KNOW? According to a recent study published in the American Academy of Pediatrics, close to 50% of children diagnosed with some form of autism have significant difficulties with sleep! Hear Dr. Carrie Cuffman from Cleveland Clinic Children’s talk about what might be causing your child's sleep challenges and ways to deal with it. |
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We created a safe space for your children, ages 13 to 17, to connect with peers while playing
Join our Facebook group or come to one of the online or in-person Coffee, Tea & Autism meetings! Ravenna – 10AM with Facilitator: Trina Bullard Kent/Stow – 7PM with Facilitator: Mary Richards - RESUMING IN-PERSON MEETINGS! Facebook Group - JOIN |
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IN OTHER NEWS | ||
LEVEL 1 & SELF WAIVERS MEETING - The Arc of Ohio is looking for your suggestions on how to improve the Level 1 & SELF Waiver at their Town Hall Meeting Monday, April 5, 2021 at 6 PM via ZOOM. WEBINAR - University Hospitals is hosting a webinar on the social and communications challenges individuals with autism face on Wednesday, February 17, 2021 from 5 – 6 p.m. RESEARCH STUDY FOR ADULTS WITH ASD - La Salle University is conducting a study on adults living with autism, focusing on quality of life and social behavior. SUMMIT COUNTY RENT HELP - Summit County Cares is NOW accepting applications for rent, mortgage, and utility assistance. APPLY NOW! COMPENSATED STUDY - The Department of Psychology at TCU is conducting research to learn more about the experiences of Black parents raising children with autism. EYE-SPY AT SUMMIT METRO PARKS - Check off each item as you see it along Quarry Trail in Deep Lock Quarry Metro Park, 5779 Riverview Rd., Peninsula, OH 44264. SUMMIT METRO PARKS CENTENNIAL TOUR - Celebrate the Summit Metro Parks Centennial with a self-guided tour. |
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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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