Autism Connections
February 28 - March 6 | Issue 49
Programs this Week
Tuesday, March 1
9:30 - 11 a.m. ET
An online support group for parents/caregivers of children and adults who are significantly impacted by autism to share experiences as parents, advocates, cheerleaders, teachers, detectives, and so much more.
Tuesday, March 1
7-8:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for caregivers and family members who have a loved one with autism.
Mércoles, 2 de Marzo
6-7:30 p.m. ET
Un grupo de apoyo en línea en español, para cuidadores y familiares que tienen un ser querido con autismo. Primera y tercera semana de cada mes.
Thursday, March 3
1:30-3 p.m. ET
An online support group for women with autism and chronic physical health concerns. LGBTQ+ friendly.
Friday, March 4
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for professionals
in the developmental disability field.
Friday, March 4
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, March 4
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!
Saturday, March 5
9 - 10 a.m. ET
An online autism program for children 3-12 to explore creativity, socialization and FUN!
Saturday, February 5
9:30 - 10 a.m. ET
A new online program focusing on engaging preschoolers in interactive play, song and movement.
Sunday, March 6
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.
Program Facilitators Needed
We’re looking for dedicated individuals to join our team as program facilitators for our adult, teen and youth programs.

Please contact Program Director Hadia Khan, at hkhan@autismcincy.org for more information.
Calling all Preschoolers… Join us for our Newest Online Program!
Join us on Saturday, March 5, from 9:30-10 a.m. ET for Sing and Dance, a new online program focusing on engaging preschoolers in interactive play, song and movement! Meghan Hainer, a board certified music therapist from Sound Support, will encourage peer interactions and explore basic social, gross and fine motor skills in a fun, playful environment – all on Zoom! Register your child by clicking the button below.
TOMORROW: Severe* Autism Parent & Caregiver Support Group 
*Severe. Profound. Significantly Impacted. These are just some of the terms used to describe people with autism who require the most intensive supports. We realize there is no consensus on how to best describe this segment of the spectrum because it is a complex issue involving multiple factors.

Join other parents/caregivers of children and adults who are significantly impacted by autism to share experiences as parents, advocates, cheerleaders, teachers, detectives, and so much more. Tomorrow, March 1, from 9:30 – 11 a.m. ET on Zoom. Register by clicking the button below.
Book Review: The Autism Language Launcher
Check out our latest book review, “The Autism Language Launcher: A Parent’s Guide to Helping Your Child Turn Sounds and Words into Simple Conversations” by Kate C. Wilde.
Join the ASGC Team! 
Do you, or someone you know, have experience with nonprofit administrative work and want to join a growing team passionate about working with families and individuals with autism? We’re hiring for an administrative assistant/office coordinator role. Salary is $17-21/hour depending on experience. We offer paid holidays, paid time off, healthcare reimbursement and retirement plans. Submit your resume and cover letter to CEO Mary Helen Richer, at mhricher@autismcincy.org by March 4. 
Entrenamiento virtual de IEP para padres... Más información próximamente
¿Le gustaría saber sobre el desarrollo paso a paso del IEP y cómo puede abogar mejor por su hijo/hija? Estamos trabajando en el desarrollo de una serie para padres y pronto compartiremos más información sobre cómo puede participar. ¿Preguntas? Envíe un correo electrónico a info@autismcincy.org.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Possibilities for Diverse Abilities - Summer Opportunities
Recording & Catalog Now Available
Missed last week's Possibilities for Diverse Abilities event about Summer Opportunities? Check out the recordings and resources the team has made available for those who were unable to attend. Save the date for the next Possibilities event on June 23, which will focus on employment!



COMMUNITY CORNER
Caring for Children and Youth with Disabilities
Spring 2022 Series
Join Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center, UCCEDD/LEND for a 5-week series for students currently enrolled in 9th grade through graduate school interested in learning how to care for/babysit children/youth with developmental disabilities.

DATES: Mondays, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28 and 4/4 (5-week series)

TIME: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. ET

LOCATION: Virtual for ALL classes except for 3/28 Live Babysitting portion. The Live Babysitting portion will be in person at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center: Medical Office Building (MOB) | 3430 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45229. Please note that masks will be required and social distancing will be maintained. Specific details will be provided in the training.

COST: $25

YOU'LL LEARN:
  • Developmental Disabilities (DD) Basics
  • Interviewing
  • In-Home Observation
  • Supervised and Independent Caregiving of Children with DD

REGISTRATION: Register here - https://bit.ly/3r2wiy5. Space is limited and seats are provided on a first-come, first-serve basis. If registration is closed, please contact Jennifer Walsh directly to be placed on a waitlist.

For questions, please contact Jennifer Walsh at Jennifer.Walsh@cchmc.org.
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.
FEBRUARY PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
EDIS Group
EDIS Group has been a partner with ASGC since 2018, supporting our programs and services through fundraising and volunteerism. Most recently, EDIS Group took the top team spot in our Pumpkin Palooza fundraiser in 2021, raising more than $6,000. EDIS president and owner, Ed Anderson, has served on the ASGC board since 2017 and is the current board president.

EDIS Group is a specialized, boutique search firm based in Cincinnati, OH. Whether you are looking for a new position or to fill an open position, partner with us to find the best positions and professionals. With over 60+ years’ experience, we work with the best in the area! We focus on the recruitment and placement of candidates in the following disciplines: Finance, Accounting, IT, Engineering and Manufacturing. EDIS was originally an acronym for our internal motto, “Every Day is Saturday.” We love what we do and come into work with the same enthusiasm we approach the weekend with. We want to find candidates that approach working at your company in the same way. 
Autism Society Greater Cincinnati

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