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We are having an Open House in recognition of
Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month.
Learn about our
impact on the local autism community,
meet our staff, ask us questions,
and take a look at our upcoming events!
Saturday, April 1, 2017
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Autism Connection of PA Office
35 Wilson Street, Suite 100
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
*Refreshments*Free Parking*Raffles*
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Move It In May!
Is this the year you
Run For A
Reason?
Saturday, May 6
5k, Kids Fun Run, Pet Walk
Marathon Relay, Half and Full Marathon
**Please Note**
Relay Registration Ends April 9th,
All Other Registration Ends April 14th
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Become a Team Captain or
Join an existing team to
walk and fundraise
Saturday, May 13, 2017
7:45 a.m. Registration Begins
9:00 a.m. 5k Walk
9:15 a.m. 1 Mile Fun Walk
Stage AE, North Shore Pittsburgh
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Our weekly e-mail blast is made possible by a sponsorship from:
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Interested in advertising your event, program, research study or employment listing
in this E-Blast?
Quarterly Newsletter advertising opportunities also available
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Click HERE for a listing of all of our Support Groups!
If interested in starting a group in your area, please contact Marie at
[email protected]
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A United Way Participating Agency
Code 9817
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SUPREME COURT SETS HIGHER BAR FOR EDUCATION OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
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NEXT WEDNESDAY!
Understanding Special
Needs Planning
Presented by:
Julian E. Gray, CELA
**Featuring Information about the new
ABLE Accounts in PA**
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Autism Connection of PA Community Room
35 Wilson Street, Suite 101
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
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Cannabis As Medicine
Presented by:
Heather Shuker, Managing Director, PA Medical Cannabis Society
Grant J. Shevchik, MD, FAAFP
Saturday, May 20, 2017
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Autism Connection of PA Community Room
35 Wilson Street, Suite 101
Pittsburgh, PA 15223
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Spring Conference 2016
Treating OCD in the Autism Community
Presented by:
Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
of Western Pennsylvania
Thursday, April 27, 2017
Westin Convention Center Pittsburgh
1000 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
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Sensory-Friendly Autism Acceptance Disco
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The Andy Warhol Museum is proud to present a sensory-friendly event as part of autism awareness and acceptance month. Join us at the museum for a silent disco experience designed specifically for individuals with autism spectrum disorders and those with sensory sensitivities. DJ Naeem will spin a live set of dance classics. Rather than playing loud music through speakers, wireless headphones allow attendees to opt in or out of the soundtrack and control their own volume levels.
The Andy Warhol Museum, 117 Sandusky Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15212, Thursday, April 20th, 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m., the evening's schedule and ticket information available
HERE
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St. Stephen's OPEN HOUSE & Transition Vendor Fair
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St. Stephen's Lutheran Academy is hosting an open house and transition vendor fair that is FREE and open to the public. Over 35 vendors will have informational tables set up to share and answer questions about the services they offer. Glade Run will have open their new Sensory Playground for visitors to walk through.
Seiberling Gymnasium on the Glade Run campus, 485 W. Beaver Street, Zelienople, PA 16063, Monday, March 27, 2017, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Watson Institute Summer ESY Camp Programs!
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Spots are still available for Camp WISP and Camp STAT. Application packets are available
HERE for school districts and families who are seeking a summer ESY program for their child or teenager with an Autism Spectrum diagnosis.
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Right to Education: Local Task Force Meeting
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The Right to Education Local Task Force of Westmoreland County is holding their monthly meeting. This month includes two speakers: Natalie Smith on Project Max and Joe Scuillo on the topic of HB610 (Federal Voucher Program) and the affects on special education.
Tuesday, March 21st, 10:00 a.m., Westmoreland Intermediate Unit VII, 102 Equity Drive, Greensburg, PA 15601
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Muppet with autism to be welcomed soon on "Sesame Street"
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Nike releases more shoes for people with disabilities
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How to help children with autism make, and keep, friends
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Swimming lessons may be life-saver for children with autism
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Diuretic continues to show promise in autism
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ASSET STUDY: MANAGING EMOTIONS FOR TEENS WITH ASD
- Ages 12-17 with ASD
- IQ over 80
- Have difficulties with emotions
- Program involves individual sessions, at home practices, and online resources
- No cost to participate, payment for completing assessments
Contact:
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PERSPECTIVES PROGRAM
- Ages 16-45 with ASD
- 18-month psychosocial research intervention
- Participants will receive either Cognitive Enhancement Therapy or Enriched Supportive Therapy at no cost
- Help improve social functioning, problem solving, and stress management
- Participant payment for all research-based testing
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THE EFFECT OF THERAPEUTIC RIDING ON STRESS LEVELS IN YOUNG ADULTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS
The purpose of the study is to better understand the effectiveness of therapeutic horseback riding and other stress management techniques for young adults, ages 13-25, on the autism spectrum. The study involves three phases of 10 weeks each, with rest periods in-between. There is a monetary incentive of $150.00 for the entire study period of approximately 1 and a half years.
Contact:
Betsy Kemeny
[email protected]
724-738-4306
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HUMAN SEXUALITY SURVEY
Robert Morris University is conducting a research study determining the percentage of adolescents with autism spectrum disorders who receive some type of human sexuality education, whether that be in school or an additional resource. A brief Survey Monkey for parents to complete has been created. Completion of this survey will assist in acknowledging the lack of education for this population, thus advocating for creation of more programs and inclusion in curriculum.
Contact for survey:
Kasey Walls
[email protected]
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GIRLS WITH ASD: FRIENDSHIP PROJECT
We are inviting girls with ASD and their parents to participate in interviews about making and maintaining friends.
We further want to understand what parents think about their child with ASD's friends and the role the parent plays in the friendship making process.
Participants must be:
- Either a girl with an ASD, the parent of a girl with an ASD
- Between the ages of 8 and 12, for the children with ASD and over 18, for the parents
- Fluent in English and speak English as his or her primary language
- Able to commit 1.5-2 hours to participate in the screening and interview process
Contact:
Erinn Finke
814-867-4340
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ROMANCE AND INDIVIDUALS WITH ASD
We are inviting adults with ASD and, if applicable, their significant others to participate in interviews about making and maintaining romantic relationships.
We would like to know what skills they believed are required to be in a relationship with someone with ASD, and their satisfaction with their current relationships.
Participants must be:
- A person with an ASD (you do not currently have to be in a romantic relationship to participate in this study)
- A person in a relationship with someone with ASD
- 18 years or older
- Fluent in English and speak English as his or her primary language
- Able to commit 1.5-2 hours to participate in the screening and interview process
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Thank you to our sponsors who allow us to provide this e-blast to our families for free!
Autism Connection of PA does not endorse any products or services.
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