Registration Deadline Extended through Monday, March 16!

Registration Deadline Extended through Monday, March 16!
25th Annual Northeast Regional Conference on Autism
Bridging Communities: Exploring Social Communication in Context
Find out how “Autism as Context Blindness” is revolutionizing our perspective on social skills in Dr. Peter Vermeulen’s Friday keynote. Afternoon breakout sessions with top professionals in autism - fourteen topics to choose from! Saturday features groundbreaking founder of Social Thinking® Michelle Garcia Winner with her two most important seminars. Our “Speaker from the Spectrum” Dena Gassner will make you laugh and inspire you in her presentation “The Lies of Autism”. Agenda and content details online - register now!! Purchase order instructions here!
We’re going GREEN!! Flash drives containing presentation handouts will be distributed to all attendees!

Spring Parent Advocacy Boot Camp Session – Begins This Sat, March 14
“Transition – OMG!” Comes to Giant Steps in Southport
This “powerful” and “immeasurably useful” training series topic focuses on autism, adolescence, and what you need to know about transition. “Must know” information for parents with tweens and teens! Free, schedule-friendly 4-part series begins Sat, March 14. Limited seating; you must register for this free training!

ASRC Walk for Autism - Sunday, May 3, 2015
Jim Watkins from WTNH is Honorary Grand Marshal
Now is the time to start fundraising to support ASRC programs and services! The 2015 Walk for Autism at Choate Athletic Field in Wallingford will be a family-fun day full of new surprises! “Color Run”, Touch-A-Truck, raffles, great activities, food trucks, artisans, 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
• We’re expanding our popular raffle baskets feature – find out how you can help here!

Central CT Parent Networking Group
“CT Housing Realities for those with ASD - Readiness, Realities & Resources”
Newcomer to the ASRC staff Renee DePastino, MS provides a review of preparing ASD individuals to live beyond the family home and explores the current housing options available. ASRC Wallingford office; Monday, March 23, 6-8:00pm. RSVP for this free event.

Northern CT Parent Networking Group - Special Event
Dr. Jim Loomis Rescheduled!!
“Building Independence in Adolescents and Young Adults with High Functioning Autism” is a great way for parents and caregivers to get expert advice on preparing for high school and transitioning to post-secondary education or employment. Tuesday, April 7 at the South Windsor Public Library, 6:30-8pm. 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.

We are Interested in YOUR Opinion!
ASRC is collaborating with promOTing participATion, LLC to offer a movement based leisure program for individuals who are looking to improve participation in social situations, develop healthy habits, improve coordination skills and establish friendships. The program will incorporate the use of pop and hip hop music to make the class current and fun! Please answer the following 9 question survey to help us better serve you and ensure the success of this program – thanks!!

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.

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