ASGA UPCOMING PROGRAMS

NEW!! HALLOWEEN FUN KIT

Deadline to Order: 10/15

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Our Halloween Activity Box is here! Create safe and entertaining Halloween memories at home with fun and festive crafts, games, and goodies. Enjoy a variety of activities without the research, planning, and shopping for materials. Everything delivered to your door for $25 (includes shipping)!

LET’S GET ORGANIZED! EXECUTIVE
FUNCTIONING SKILLS AND AUTISM WEBINAR

Tuesday, October 19, 2021 |  7 - 8:30 PM | Zoom 

Executive functioning refers to a person's ability to process information with skills like organizing, planning, paying attention and monitoring impulse control. Hear Dr. Catanese from Total Education Solutions explain how to identify executive functioning deficits and ways individuals with autism can develop organizational and planning skills. 

Thank you to Total Education Solutions for teaching this webinar!

LEGO CLUB FALL SESSION

THIS SATURDAY!! 6-week Sessions on Saturdays starting October 2| 10-11 am | Zoom | Cost is $60 
Registration closes Friday, Oct 1!

Your child will have a blast building LEGOs while making new friends! This online club is open to any child with a developmental disability, ages 7-12, who has good verbal skills and building capabilities. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! 

They're back! Have fun participating in social activities, sharing interests, and meeting new people through an online format. Group is open and free, registration is required. 

• Teens (Age 13-17) meet the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesday, starting TONIGHT September 28, 7 - 8 PM.  Space is limited in this group LEARN MORE
  
  
• Adults (Age 18+) meet every Wednesday, 7 - 8 PM. LEARN MORE
  
  

COFFEE, TEA & AUTISM SUPPORT GROUPS - NOW IN PERSON!

SUMMIT COUNTY CTA - October 1, 15
Time: 7 PM
Location: Panera Bread in Stow (4338 Kent Road, Stow OH 44224)
Facilitator: Mary Richards LEARN MORE

PORTAGE COUNTY CTA - September 28
Time: 10 AM
Location: Carlin Room at Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna (167 E Main St, Ravenna, OH 44266) 
Facilitator:  Trina Bullard LEARN MORE

Join our closed online Facebook Coffee, Tea & Autism Group HERE!

CALL FOR TALENT - The Autism Society of America is looking for artists across the United States with ASD to participate in the Autism Gala on November 3, 2021 at The Anthem in Washington, D.C. Selected winners will be invited to showcase their talent at the event.

COLLEGE FOR LIVING PROGRAM - The COLLEGE FOR LIVING gives opportunities throughout the year for individuals with developmental disabilities to take part in and explore the many local resources available in the community. Funded through Summit DD, this program offers citizens with disabilities a wide variety of activities to socialize, explore hobbies, or discover new interests. As the primary force in the community dedicated to inclusion, Summit DD believes that communities are stronger when they include everyone – with or without a disability.

STAFFING SHORTAGE - Many industries across the country and in Ohio have felt the impact of staffing shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic. The disability service industry has certainly felt this impact, as many provider Agencies are struggling to hire and retain Direct Service Professional (DSP) staff. Here is Summit DD's plan!

CAPABILITIES CHARITABLE FUND GRANT OPPORTUNITY - Capabilities Charitable Fund is awarding mini grants to people with disabilities, ages 14+ years, to help them achieve their community employment goals. The mini grants can be used for, but not limited to, accessing transportation, interview clothing, tools needed for work, professional services to help someone find employment, assistive technology, etc.

YOUTH REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM - Summit County Residents Seeking Reimbursement of fees paid for youth activities such as band, music, and sports. 

OCALI AUTISM RESOURCES FOR TRANSITION - Discover the resources the OCALI Autism Center offers that can help school-age transition into adulthood. The resources include Grab & Go Interventions, info about Girls and Autism, webinars about behavior, InspirED segments, and info for Transition Youth and Employment.

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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