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ASRC February Newsletter
25th Annual Northeast Regional Conference on Autism and More in Wallingford-based organization's newsletter.
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25th Annual Northeast Regional Conference on Autism
Register now to assure your choice of breakout sessions – 14 to choose from! Two days of GREAT training for parents, educators, and service professionals! General session keynotes include Michelle Garcia Winner with two of her most important workshops on Saturday, and don’t miss Friday with Dr. Peter Vermeulen, author of “Autism as Context Blindness”! Our “Speaker from the Spectrum” Dena Gassner will make you laugh and inspire you in her presentation “The Lies of Autism”. New this year: lunch is included in your registration - complete details here!
Conference is going GREEN!! Flash drives containing presentation handouts will be distributed to all attendees! Bring your iPods and laptops!
ASRC Walk for Autism - Sunday, May 3, 2015
Register NOW and Plan to Join in the FUN!!
New “Touch a Truck” is just one more new feature for the 2015 Walk for Autism at Choate Athletic Field in Wallingford! Be sure to join us for a family-fun day full of new surprises! Raffles, great activities, Zumba, and of course – the WALK route full of entertainment!! Register and start your teams today!!
Need flyers, posters or other awareness materials? Contact us by email or phone 203.265.7717.
Parent Advocacy Boot Camp Session for Spring - Begins March 14
“Transition – OMG!” Comes to Giant Steps in Southport
“This series was immeasurably useful, positive and empowering...” - parent attendee
Our most popular training series topic focuses on autism, adolescence, and what you need to know about transition. “Must know” information for parents with tweens and teens! Schedule-friendly 4-part series begins Sat, March 14. More info and registration here.
East of the River Parent Networking Group
“Planning for Children with Special Needs: Now and in the Future”
Expert in special needs planning Sharon L. Pope, a special needs lawyer from CzpicaDalyPope, will provide information that EVERY parent and caregiver needs to know! Thursday, March 12, 6:30-8:30pm. RSVP for this free event.
NEW!! ASRC Housing Initiative Presentation Part 2: Monday, April 6
“Planning, Funding & Preparing for Living Independently with ASD”
The first session of this new presentation series was a tremendous success!! Don’t miss the second session on Monday, April 6, focusing on the housing landscape including governmental and private housing options! This conversation is designed to guide parents and caretakers through the process of evaluating options for those on the autism spectrum. All presentations are 6-8:00pm at the Rocky Hill Parks and Recreation; next session is Mon, April 6. You must RSVP for this free series; limited seating.
Create Your Own Autism Awareness Contest
This is your chance to use your creativity! Make a video, write a book, create your own awareness campaign! Sponsored by CT Autism Action Coalition for CT youth ages 12-18. Winner announced at Autism Awareness Day at the Capitol in Hartford in April 2015!Complete rules and information here!
You Can Bring Autism Puzzlethon™ to Your Local Area
Looking for a fun way to support ASRC while creating social opportunities for your community? Our innovative program, Autism Puzzlethon™is great for schools, civic organizations, youth groups, or ANYONE! Great activity for high school Community Service Projects. Full organizational packet available! Contact us for more details to schedule an event in your area!
Need Housing Help?
The ASRC web site now offers some helpful tools for dealing with housing issues. Questions can also be directed to our ASRC Housing Consultant, Renee DePastino, or by calling ASRC during office hours - 203.265.7717.
We’d like to express our thanks to all of you who have been such generous supporters of the programs and services we provide for the Connecticut autism community.
We couldn’t do it without your help!
Please remember that we are a 501 (C) 3 non-profit organization and any donations you make may be tax deductible. If you plan to make a donation,remember your employer may have a matching program available.
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