Autism Connections
May 9-15 | Issue 59
Programs this Week
Tuesday, May 10
7-8:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for caregivers and family members who have a loved one with autism.
Wednesday, April 27
7-8:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for black and brown caregivers and family members who have a loved one with autism. Second and fourth Wednesday of the month.
Thursday, May 12
1:30-3 p.m. ET
An online support group for women with autism and chronic physical health concerns. LGBTQ+ friendly.
Friday, May 13
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for professionals
in the developmental disability field.
Friday, May 13
5:30-7 p.m. ET
An online social program for teens 13-17 with autism to make friends, play games, hangout and have fun.
Friday, May 13
7:30-9 p.m. ET
An online social program for adults with autism to talk, play a variety of games,
have fun and lots of laughs!
Sunday, May 15
6:30-8 p.m. ET
An online support group for adults with autism to share successes and concerns, give and receive support, and be a part of a community that understands.
Don’t forget, we post our upcoming programs and other community events on our website calendar. Bookmark it to stay up-to-date on what’s happening in and around the community each month.
Update to Women Sharing Together Program
Beginning in the month of May, we will not be hosting our Women Sharing Together program every week. Women Sharing Together will be taking place on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month. This does not affect the other adult group events. Check out the link below to view this updated schedule, or to register on Zoom for the Women Sharing Together support group. As a reminder, this is support group for women with autism and chronic physical health concerns.
Upcoming Crafting Club on Saturday, May 21
Are you a teenage girl with autism who enjoys arts and crafts? Do you want to connect with other teenage girls who have similar interests? Join us for conversation and friendship at our Crafting Club on Saturday, May 21 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. ET. at COhatch in Milford, OH. This month’s activity is making decorative magnets using die-cut wood shapes. Supplies will be provided!
Art Across the Spectrum Fundraising Auction
Please join us on Thursday, June 9 6-9 p.m. ET for our second annual Art Across the Spectrum, a memorable evening at The Peterloon Estate that will celebrate local artists and raise money for ASGC. The event will feature a silent and live auction, delicious appetizers from Jeff Thomas catering, and an opportunity to learn more about ASGC and its mission. Tickets are now available for purchase at the button below, and family or corporate sponsorships are also available. RSVP by Friday, June 3. We hope to see you there!
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Grupo de apoyo para padres y cuidadores serie educative IEP y ETR
MIÉRCOLES 18 DE MAYO 6-7:30 P.M. ET en ZOOM
Entendiendo El Proceso de Evaluación and ETR bajo IDEA 2004
Los participantes trabajarán paso a paso proceso para obtener una comprensión del proceso de evaluación de educación especial bajo IDEA 2004. Los participantes aprenderán terminología de uso común. Aprenderán qué es una evaluación, cómo solicitar una evaluación y cómo usar la información incluida en el Informe del Equipo de Evaluación. Se discutirán las herramientas de evaluación más utilizadas.

Conoce a Elizabeth de la OCEcD
Elizabeth es Licenciada en Educación Especial y Maestría en Currículo e Instrucción. Elizabeth fue maestra de cuarto grado en una clase de inclusión durante 3 años antes de convertirse en facilitadora de apoyo educativo. En 2019, se convirtió en Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), colaborando con familias en el desarrollo e implementación de planes de comportamiento para abordar las diversas necesidades de cada niño y sus familias. Desde Agosto del 2021 forma parte del equipo de OCECD como Multicultural Information Specialist/Trainer, apoyando a la comunidad latina en el suroeste de Ohio.

Regístrese para recibir un enlace y un código de acceso: 
COMMUNITY CORNER
DDBP Sensory Activities at Home Class
The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is hosting a Sensory Activities at Home class on Tuesday, May 31 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. ET via Zoom. This 1-hour introductory class focuses on how to incorporate a variety of sensory activities into your child's day, while utilizing supplies you already have at home. This class occurs 2-3 times a year.

Visit the EventBrite page for information about the session and ticket availability. This class costs $10 per family attending. For more information, contact DDBPFamilySupport@cchmc.org or call 513-636-2158.
Linden Grove’s 2022 Signature Event Speaker Live-Stream
Join LGS family members, friends, and supporters Saturday, May 21 8-9 p.m. ET, for a one-hour livestream event featuring Linden Grove’s 2022 Signature Event Guest Speaker, Carrie Cariello. Carrie Cariello is the author of What Color Is Monday: How Autism Changed One Family for the Better and Someone I’m With Has Autism. Carrie is a regular contributor to HuffPost and The TODAY Show, has been interviewed by NBC Nightly News, and also has a TEDx talk. She presents regularly to teachers, students, and families across the country. Learn more at carriecariello.com.

In-person tickets and sponsorships to the Signature Event are no longer available, but you can still register as a virtual guest for the hour-long livestream speaker by selecting “Livestream Registration.” Donation opportunities are still available on the Signature Event GiveSmart page.

Questions? Contact Christina Waddle.
Cincinnati Police Department GPS Training
The Cincinnati Police Department has collaborated with the Regional Autism Advisory Council of Southwest Ohio and ASGC to keep our children with autism safe with GPS tracking devices. This training is open to families who live in the City of Cincinnati Districts 1-5, and who have a child with autism who exhibits elopement behaviors or is at risk of bolting. For questions and eligibility, contact Debbie Serls via email.
Collaboration for Employment and Education Synergy (CEES) Summer Camp and STEM Access Programs
The Collaboration for Employment and Education Synergy (CEES) is a high school transition program at the University of Cincinnati for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) that offers inclusive work- based learning experiences, goal-setting, and vocational skills development.

CEES is launching CEES STEM Access, offering inclusive programming for high school students with diverse needs to develop foundational skills necessary for STEM career pathways. This is a scholarship-based program. There is also a simultaneous CEES Summer Camp, which is open to everyone. These will take place in the Summer of 2022. There still spots remaining in these programs, and that last day to register is May 30! See both flyers to see which program is the right fit for you!

To register, Contact CEES Director, Cadi Dart, via Cadi’s email or at 513-304-4021.
DISCLAIMER: Autism Society Greater Cincinnati provides this information to the community as a resource. For more information on the above resource or training, please reach out directly to the contact listed. Inclusion of any professional or organization does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply disapproval.
Autism Society Greater Cincinnati

513-561-2300