Happy New Year from ASBC!

Setting Goals for 2024!

2024 is going to be an exciting year for Autism Society of Baltimore Chesapeake! The ASBC board is excited to provide our community with new events and resources in the coming year.

This is a great time to plan and establish new goals! We know that setting goals and sticking to them can be difficult for everyone... take a look at the links below that National has provided for goal setting in the New Year:

• Here are some resources from Research Autism to help Autistic individuals achieve their personal goals. https://bit.ly/3TgnZgR
• Are you a parent or caregiver looking to help your Autistic loved one set meaningful and achievable New Year goals? Check out these tips from Stages Learning to guide you on how to assist your Autistic loved one with achieving their goals. https://bit.ly/417YfVA
• Did you know? Tracking an Autistic individual’s goals and progress in behavior can greatly improve their skills and build confidence. Here is a guide from Marcus Autism Center on tracking your child's progress: https://bit.ly/4a4iVC4
• Get in touch with the Autism Society’s National Helpline here to learn about support in your area. https://bit.ly/3RbPZPI

ASBC is very thankful for your continued support in helping make our 2024 goals and beyond a reality!

ASBC's VP and By Autistics, For Autistics Group Highlighted in People On the Go's Newsletter!

ASBC's Vice President and People On the Go's Program Coordinator, James Orman, was featured in the relaunch of People On the Go's newsletter, The Wheel Deal (his section is near the bottom of the page). Check out his story of self-advocacy and a highlight on the adult Autistics group he started at ASBC, By Autistic, For Autistics. Congrats on the feature and thanks for spreading the word, James!

ASBC's Business Repository and Financial

Support Fund

Are you a Maryland business that provides Autism related services?

The ASBC is establishing a repository of trusted, legitimate businesses who provide support to Autistics. Please use the following link to submit business information for consideration: Submit your business using this form!

You will be notified within 30 business days if your business is officially added.

Are you a Baltimore City resident who receives services and would like to be considered for up to $500 in reimbursement? Please use the following link to submit your information: Apply for funding now!

The ASBC is here for you!

The ASBC Membership Fee is only $15 a year!

Don't miss out to enjoy the membership benefits below - become a member TODAY for only $15 a year, sign up here: ASBC's Membership Page

Family membership includes:

• Access to member-only social events
• Up to $100 per family per year to attend Autism related workshops and conferences provided by the Charles J. Fowler, Jr. Memorial Fund
• Access to ASBC grants and funding opportunities (for families living in Baltimore City and County)

Your membership helps the Autism Society of Baltimore Chesapeake:

• Connect people to valuable information and resources through our phone line, website, calendar and info@baltimoreautismsociety.org email
• Provide monthly groups like our virtual discussion groups for adults with Autism, and parents/caregivers
• Provide monthly socials for those in the Autism community

Not a member yet? Don't miss out - become a member TODAY, sign up here: ASBC's Membership Page

Our Autistic adult group is getting ready for 2024 with an in-person event every month! We will first be visiting Zoe's Just Dezzerts, a bakery in the news for Autism advocacy, on January 20th and plan to hold in-person meetings on the third Thursday of every even month.

Make sure to register for our email list to get events details and learn more! Register for the group here:

https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/fgKjaH0/AutisticAdultGroup

Please help keep this and other community programs hosted by ASBC running by donating today!

ASBC Distributes Accessible Vaccine Kits Before the Busy Holiday Season!

The Autism Hiring Program is Accepting Applications for Upcoming 2024 Sessions!

The Autism Society of Maryland (serving Howard, Montgomery and Anne Arundel Counties) is now accepting applications for 2024 sessions of the Autism Hiring Program! Check out the important dates below:

MONTGOMERY COUNTY: For residents of Montgomery County

WINTER 2024: January – March 2024 (Apply by January 15, 2024)

SPRING 2024: April-June 2024 (Apply by March 15, 2024)

MID-MARYLAND – Residents of Howard County, MD and the surrounding counties 

WINTER 2024: January – March 2024 (Apply by January 15, 2024)

SPRING 2024: April-June 2024 (Apply by March 15, 2024) 

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY – NEW! For residents of Anne Arundel County 

WINTER 2024: January-March 2024 (Apply by January 15, 2023)

SPRING 2024: April-June 2024 (Apply by March 15, 2024)

FALL 2024: September-November 2024 (Apply by August 15, 2024)

NEW IN 2024! Towson University/Hussman Center for Adults with Autism sessions. Dates and details TBA!

Check out the program webpage below for more information and applications or email linda.hoyt@autismsocietymd.org   

Click here to learn more about the Autism Hiring Program!

ASBC Donors from October 1 to December 31, 2023

In Memory of Donald Eckloff

Patricia Eckloff