May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Nearly 78% of children with autism have at least one mental health condition and nearly half have two mental health conditions or more, according to a new U.S. study from the University of British Columbia's department of psychology and the AJ Drexel Autism Institute at Drexel University (Pennsylvania). READ MORE

You can call our helpline at 330-940-1441 X 1 for more mental health resources or for a list of our recommended service providers.

NEW!! LETTING GO AND MOVING ON: HOUSING
OPTIONS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
Wednesday, May 26 | 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm | Zoom 

No matter the complexity of an adult’s disability, there is a living arrangement to satisfy his/her medical, emotional, physical and social needs! Jackie Owens from the Summit County Board of DD will discuss a variety housing options for different levels of ability, the pre-requisites needed to live in a supportive environment, and the financial responsibility of each option. 

COFFEE, TEA & AUTISM 

LAST MEETINGS BEFORE SUMMER BREAK!

Join our Facebook group or come to one of the online or in-person Coffee, Tea & Autism meetings!

Ravenna – 10AM with Facilitator: Trina Bullard
MAY 25, - ZOOM - REGISTER

Kent/Stow – 7PM with Facilitator: Mary Richards 
MAY 21  - Location: Panera Bread · 4338 Kent Road, Stow OH 44224

Facebook Group - JOIN

EARN PRIZES FOR FUNDRAISING!
Challenge: NOW - June 17 
Resource Fair and Family Fun Day: June 19

Have you registered for the 54-Day Challenge yet? Well, there is still time! We are half-way to reaching our $100,000 goal and we need YOUR help! Thank you to those that have already taken the Challenge and started fundraising! Check out some of the great items you and your teammates could possibly earn! 

Register for the Challenge today, reserve your t-shirt, and start earning some great gear! 

Don't forget the Resource Fair and Family Fun Day will be held at Lock 3 Park on June 19 from 10 AM - 1 PM! (CDC regulations followed)

                         
                         CHECK OUT CHALLENGE 1.54 ROUTES 

                      SUPPORT CHALLENGE TEAM FUNDRAISERS WITH THESE EVENTS

FAIRLAWN / MONTROSE CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER - TONIGHT!! Tuesday,  May 11 between 4 - 8 PM! Bring in this flyer, Order on the Chipotle website or app by using Code: DYGFZNH to make sure ASGA gets the credit. 

UNIONTOWN CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER -  Tuesday, June 1 between 4 - 8 PM! Bring in this flyer, Order on the Chipotle website or app by using Code: 66QYZ6K

TOWPATH PUB CRAWL - There are two distance options available: 13 or 25 miles. The 25 mile riders will depart earlier and will meet the rest of the riders at the first pub stop. All riders will enjoy 4 stops along the towpath allowing time for drinks and socializing. LEARN MORE AND REGISTER

COLLEGE FOR LIVING PROGRAM - College for Living activities for June/July. Designed for Summit County residents who are eligible for Summit DD Board services and are at least 16 years of age.

SUMMER CAMP - Medina Creative Accessibility is holding a summer day camp for individuals, years 8 and older, with disabilities. 

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.