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What Don't You Know about Autism?

September 24, 2015 E-Newsletter

Parent Advocacy Training Begins September 30
What You Don’t Know About “Navigating Life on the Spectrum”
Register now to attend the “gold standard” in autism training for those new to the diagnosis, as well as veterans! This 10-week, comprehensive course will guide you in understanding what you don’t know about autism through every stage of the journey. New interactive session will help attendees target individual priorities with practical solutions. Begins September 30 at ASRC Wallingford office – register now! More…

Two Boot Camp Opportunities Kick Off Fall Training
Willington Location Hosted by Success SEPTO
“Basic Training: Parent Advocacy” Boot Camp series comes to Willington! The Boot Camp format of four, non-consecutive Saturday morning sessions will provide firm footing on topics of special ed, IEP, working with educators, appropriate programming, and first steps to transition planning. IEP review included! First session October 17 – register now! More…

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 September 26. No fee for training at this location, but registration is required. More…

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Fall Parent Speaker Series Begins September 28
Topics and Presentations You Don’t Want to Miss!
Our Parent Speaker Series kicks off the fall with Kate Hanley from the Center for Relationship & Sexuality Education at Oak Hill with a presentation titled “Sexuality in Young Adults with Disabilities”. An important and frank discussion about safe sexual expression and teaching at the individual’s capacity to learn. A powerful topic no parent should miss! Register for this free event as seating capacity is limited. More…Tween, Teen & Young Adult Social Recreation Programs
Registration for Fall Guys Group Now Open!
From laser tag to the Renaissance Faire! Don’t miss out on crafts, outings, cooking, parties and more skill-building activities planned for our fall Social Groups! Central CT groups, guys ages teen through young adult, meet at the ASRC office in Wallingford – registration deadline October 1! More…

NEW!! Job Club for ASD Adults
Meets Monthly at ASRC Office in Wallingford
Are you an 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. Contact us to register!

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Did You Know?
ASRC Has ASD Adult Support Groups!
Traditional support-style groups meet monthly at our Wallingford office. Men’s and Women’s groups for ages mid-20’s to mid-30’s, and a Mixed Adults Group, 35 years and up (includes marrieds!). Contact for more information and placement!

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 be directed to info@autismconnecticut.org, or call ASRC during office hours - 203.265.7717.

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