A Source Of Information & Support For Families 
Affected By Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Greetings!

Are You a runner? Want to run the ASICS Falmouth Road Race this year? You can and help the Center at the same time ! We have charity bib numbers that we can assign to runners who want to support our Center and participate in this much desired road race. The Asics Falmouth Road Race is a prestigious race for runners and this year's race is a Hybrid race with some people racing remotely, and some participating in the race in Falmouth. Runners with charity numbers, like ours, must commit to raising $750 for the organization. Interested? We've only 5 bibs left and will be selling them to another non profit in a few weeks if no one claims them ! Contact Kris Cariglia at 508-2981606 today.

On a totally different note, we're beginning to plan for the holidays and we'd like feedback from parents of kids who are 12 years old and younger. We're asking you to do a survey that is 2 questions long and requires only a yes or no response. so if you've young ones, please help us by clicking here Thanks !

And finally - If you've a partner who is the best Dad possible to your kids send me a picture and a shout out and I'll post it on our Facebook Page on Father's Day. Let him know you appreciate all he does and how he supports you on this journey of parenting a child on the spectrum.

Sue
Registration is Open!
The 2021 Golf Tournament registration is OPEN
We'll be back at Cyprian Keyes in September for a day of Golf that will be as enjoyable as it raises awareness and the funds needed to support our families. In addition to the play on the tournament day all golfers will receive complimentary passes for another day on the 18 hole and the 9 hole courses. $135/golfer
$500/Foursome
Click the link below to Register Today

Dad's Night Out
Fathers Day is in June but you can give Dad a gift of tickets to a Massachusetts Pirates Arena Football game in July this Father's Day ! Join Chris Sharry and other dads from the Center for a night of food and football. This is a great time to connect with other dads who “get it”. Meet at Uno’s (across from DCU Center) @ 5:30 for food, then go to the DCU for arena football. Dinner is on you, football is $10.00 per person.
Please click Here to register. What a great Father's Day Gift!
Make it a double header and include tickets for the June Worcester Brave Hearts Game !
Autism Awareness Day at the
Worcester Bravehearts
Fathers Day is June 20th but you can give Dad a gift of tickets to both a day at the ball park celebrating Autism Awareness with his kids introducing them to America's past time but also tickets to watch a Massachusetts Pirates Arena Football game where he can meet other Dads. Click here to purchase tickets for a fun day at Fitton Field for your family!
DDS SELF DIRECTED SERVICES
Please Join us for an interactive discussion about expanding choices and control in your life through Self Directed Supports . This is an opportunity to hear how individuals and families can design individualized Services to meet their needs through the Participant Directed Program or Agency with Choice. There are several dates and times this is being offered . To register contact jennifer.r.benoit@mass.gov
An Invitation from MRC
Join us to learn how the Massachusetts Rehabilitation Commission (MRC) is partnering with the disability community to change how we create and deliver services!
What is the purpose?
MRC’s Office of Individual and Family Engagement in partnership with UMass Medical School’s Commonwealth Medicine is hosting a two-hour virtual forum for individuals with disabilities and their families:
• Learn about results from focus groups of individuals with disabilities and their families conducted by Commonwealth Medicine
• Learn about what MRC is, what we can do for you and provide feedback on other projects planned to enhance our services and supports
When and Where?
This forum will take place virtually on Zoom Wednesday June 23, 2021 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Who is invited?
This presentation is for individuals with disabilities and their families. We want to hear from you whether you’ve received services or support from MRC or not!
How do I register?
Registration required. Go to mass.gov/mrc
 and view events or use the following link: https://massrehabcommission.zoom.us/.../WN
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**Accommodations can be requested during registration**
Questions or need help registering?
Contact Amanda Costa, MRC Director of Individual and Family Engagement Amanda.Costa@mass.gov or call/text at: 617-645-3460
 
Words up to Ponder
from individuals in the Autism Community.

 “I know of nobody who is purely autistic or purely neurotypical. Even God had some autistic moments, which is why the planets all spin.” — Jerry Newport