Breaking Through Barriers
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Sometimes the inability to let go of certain reflections or catastrophic thinking can be a barrier to progress. AANE's Executive Director,
Dania Jekel, talks about dwelling on negative thoughts in this month's
video and shares some ideas that may help to release them.
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Low self-esteem can be another road-block to reaching goals. AANE is addressing this crucial topic in the up-coming
conference on April 7
. Please take a moment to take our self-esteem survey to share your experience anonymously. The results will be delivered during the conference and published on the AANE website.
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Many people contact AANE wondering whether or not to disclose their Asperger, autism, or other diagnosis to friends, family, or co-workers. This month, we wanted to share a
video from our archives of AANE community members sharing their
thoughts on, and first-hand experiences with, disclosure
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Working Towards Goals with LifeMAP
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Over the past 10 years, more than 1,300 individuals have been coached through personal challenges to achieve their goals! In 2017 alone, more than 100 LifeMAP clients have either found new jobs, graduated from school, and/or achieved transportation independence. Get started with LifeMAP and make your goals a reality with a LifeMAP Coach.
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Do you have what it takes to be a LifeMAP Coach?
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LifeMAP's AsperCoach Training is now enrolling for the June 25 - 29, 2018 class
. Designed for professionals practicing outside of MA and NH, this training focuses on extending your practice to effectively coach individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (Asperger’s, Social Communication Disorder, or other similar profiles). Learn more about how LifeMAP's unique coaching approach can strengthen your practice.
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Webinar--Finding a Career That is Right for You: Feb 13
Gain valuable insight from Tom Bergeron, business owner/career advisor, on how to choose a career path that uses your strengths and fits your needs. This is the second of three FREE webinars in the series this month on independence.
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Free Group Music Lessons at Berklee: starting Feb 20
Learn to play an instrument! The Berklee College of Music is generously offering free group lessons to adults on the autism spectrum for alto sax, clarinet, flute, trombone, or trumpet. Tue classes, 7-9 pm. Space is limited! Register by Feb 13.
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Webinar--Forget Failure to Launch: Feb 28
Help teens and young adults maintain a balanced life outside of the home with guidance from this third, FREE webinar. Presenter Kathleen Pignone, M.Ed. currently works professionally with young adults & their families planning life after high school.
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Perspectives On College Life: Mar 25
Curious about college? Listen to what recent graduates and current students with Asperger's have to say about college selection, campus life, balancing academics, living options, and more. For teens accompanied by parents or parents only.
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Spring Conference Registration Now Open!
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I Am Who I Am: Building Self-Esteem with Asperger's: April 7
We invite you to join us in welcoming back Sarah Hendrickx at the annual spring conference titled, 'I Am Who I Am: Building Self-Esteem with Asperger's'. A major aspect of the annual, topic-based conference is featuring the voices of adults on the...
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“The response was unexpectedly overwhelming, and people began placing orders for scarfs of different colors. As time went on, the scarfs couldn't be completed fast enough to meet the demand.”
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Scarfs for Harper
Thank you to Paulette Melanson and Joan McDonald for spearheading the Scarfs For Harper fundraiser. In the spirit of thanks and giving, coupled with a desire to contribute to the awareness of ASD in the general population, they crafted and sold 100 handmade scarfs. Host a fundraiser of your own to benefit AANE!
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2018 AANE Gala:
An Extraordinary Journey
Charles Hotel, Cambridge - Sat., April 28
Help us celebrate two beloved individuals an
d our entire community. We are thrilled to be honoring AANE staff member, Stephanie Loo, and philanthropic leader, Don Rodman, both of whom have worked tirelessly over the years to help children and teenagers build meaningful, connected lives.
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Advocacy Day
At the AANE
Benefits Conference, attendees learned about the upcoming Supporting Families Advocacy Day on Tuesday, February 13, 2018, from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, at the
State House in Boston. The Arc of Massachusetts will be filming those willing to share their story to educate legislators and the public on the importance of funding for support services for adults with autism, their families, and care providers.
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Girls with autism need help honing social skills...
"...few programs are designed specifically to develop social skills in girls with autism because much of what we know about the condition is based on boys."
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Course Prepares Drivers with Autism for Traffic Stops
Watch a story about a program developed to help drivers with autism know what to expect if an officer pulls them over in a traffic stop.
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AANE Blog: The Good Enough Doctor
An AANE community member, who is also a psychologist, shares his experience realizing as an adult that he is on the autism spectrum.
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