2015 Autism Resource Fair a Tremendous Success!
Thanks to Everyone Who Participated
If you were with us on November 7 at the Oakdale, then you were one of almost 1500 to benefit from the huge array of exhibitor participants that represent services to the autism community from across the state and beyond! Special thanks goes out to our sponsors who provided free workshops; CTDN at Yale, Applied Behavioral Strategies,Kearns & Kearns, and Gengras Center School.
Spring 2016 Boot Camp Scheduled
“TRANSITION: OMG!” Comes to Newington
Our popular Boot Camp “Transition: OMG!!” provides an intensive, four session overview to guide those helping ASD students make that leap from teen to adult! Schedule-friendly, non-consecutive Saturday morning sessions begin Feb. 27, 2016. Hosted by Autism Families CONNECTicut. This is a grant-funded free series at this location, but registration is required.
Parent Speaker Series – Monday, January 25, 2016
Nicole Feeney, Assistive Technology Specialist to Present
Technology options have become more important in education and other settings, and can be a tremendous help when utilized appropriately. Nicole Feeney, Assistive Technology Specialist for the NEAT Center will present on options every parent should know about! Register now to reserve your seat for this free presentation at the ASRC office in Wallingford; 6-8pm.
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SAVE THE DATE!
26th Annual Northeast Regional Conference on Autism
Save the dates now for “Bridging Communities: Removing Barriers to Employment: Pre-K to Adulthood” conference on the SCSU campus in New Haven, CT, March 18 & 19, 2016. Don’t miss our featured Saturday keynote: Carol Gray, creator of Social Stories™. Watch for details and registration information coming in early 2016!
Tween, Teen & Young Adult Social Recreation Programs
Register for One or Two Holiday Sessions Left!
Don’t miss out on crafts, cooking, parties and more skill-building activities planned for our fall Social Groups! Northern and Central CT groups, guys and gals ages teen through young adult are welcome. Register now! More…
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NEW!! Teen Community Action Program
Available to Soc/Rec Members in Central CT
Social awareness and service reaches out to the community! Helping those in need, making new friends, and promote and understanding of the personal and community benefits of volunteering. More…
NEW!! Job Club for ASD Adults
Meets Monthly at ASRC Office in Wallingford
Are you a post-high school graduation adult with ASD trying to find a job? Or if you have a job, are you looking to learn new skills, advance your career, or problem-solve in your current position? Join our new Job Club! Meeting monthly, we can help you develop workplace skills, share advice and job leads, talk about employment-related issues, and more. Parents and other support persons are also welcome. Next meeting Saturday, November 21. Contact us to register!
Need Housing Help?
The ASRC web site now offers some helpful tools for dealing with housing issues. Questions can be directed to info@autismconnecticut.org, or call 203.265.7717.
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!
