THIS WEEK'S DISCUSSION & SUPPORT GROUPS!
We are still here for you!
WEDNESDAY 5/20/20 @ 7:00 PM
For Parents/Caregivers
Discussion Topic: Behavior
Guest: Joy F. Johnson, M.Ed, M.S.

Join us for a discussion about behavior and how we are coping during this difficult time.

Joy Johnson is a Behavior Specialist, Inclusion Specialist, and Autism Advocate  who partners with organizations, individuals, and families to improve the lives of those impacted by autism.

T o Register for this session click  HERE   .
THURSDAY 5/21/20 @ 7:00 PM
Just For Moms
Discussion Topic: Hang in there!
Facilitators: Debbie Page
& Taya Dunn Johnson

Join us for a casual conversation!
Make connections and new friends while sharing how things are going!

Support is here!

To register for this session click HERE.
THURSDAY 5/21/20 @ 9:00 PM
Let's Make Connections!
For Autistic Adults (18+)

Join us for an opportunity to connect and engage with others, share your concerns and hear how others are managing during this difficult time. You are not alone!

T o register for this session click HERE .
FRIDAY 5/22/20 @ 10:00 AM
CONNECTION CALLS:
A safe space for teens to connect with other teens around their passions!
Facilitators: Dr. Katherine Holman &
Dr. Chris Swanson

This group is for t eenagers (ages 13-17) with autism and/or ADHD who could benefit from a lightly facilitated, short-term social connection space with parent consent or presence.


T o register for this session click HERE .
SATURDAY 5/23/20 @ 9:00 AM

Coffee with Pete!
The Evolving Role of Fathers During Covid 19
Facilitator: Pete Roth, ASBC Board Member

Calling all fathers of children with autism! Join Pete for a casual discussion and connect with other dads over your morning cup of coffee!

T o Register for this session click HERE .
Upcoming Special Event!
Is it Sensory or is it Behavior?
How do you determine whether the behavior you are observing/demonstrating provides purely sensory input or whether there are other purposes involved?

May 25th 3:00PM

presented by Joy F. Johnson, M.Ed, M.S.

Joy Johnson is a Behavior Specialist, Inclusion Specialist, and Autism Advocate  who partners with organizations, individuals, and families to improve the lives of those impacted by autism. After spending years working in clinical settings, non-profits, and schools, her experience enables her to truly serve  and represent ASD community members in various contexts. She holds a Masters in education, a Masters in psychology with a specialization in ABA, and she is currently a PhD candidate.  In addition to her extensive education and professional experiences, she has a great deal of personal experience. She is diagnosed with autism herself which provides her with unique knowledge, perspective, and source of passion.

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We are still looking for parents to be a part of a unique panel...
We're putting together a panel of parents to share their successful strategies and tips for potty training.
Have you potty trained your child within the last 5 years? Would you like to help other parents by sharing what worked?

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