Community Events
OUCARES
Parent Networking Series
This event is for parents of children of all ages with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Join us for an evening full of fun!
- Meet with other parents
- Create new connections
- Exchange ideas
- Dinner
- Interactive activities
- Bocce ball
Date: Monday,November 6
Time:
6 p.m.
Location:
Palazzo di Bocce, 4291 Lapeer Rd, Lake Orion (map)
Cost:
$15.00/person includes dinner and bocce ball
Down Syndrome Guild of SE Michigan Club 21
Dates:
October 20:
Halloween - Dress in costume if you like (nothing scary please)
November 17: TBD
Time:
6:30-9 p.m.
Location:
Cross of Christ Lutheran Church, 1100 Lone Pine Road, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
Cost:
$5/person. Snacks and dancing.
RSVP:
(248) 556-5341
ASOC Friendship Club Autism Social -
for teens and young adults within the autism spectrum, including Down Syndrome and Pervasive Development Disorders to get together and have fun.
We have video games, pingpong, basketball, floor hockey and a DJ who plays the latest hits. The Friendship Club is run by volunteers and all are welcome. Siblings should be 13 years and older. For cost and additional information:
www.autismsocial.weebly.com
Dates:
Saturdays: October 14, November 18, November 18
Time:
7-11 p.m.
Location:
St. Anastasia Church, 4571 John R. Road, Troy 48085
OUCARES After Hours Adult Social -
a support group for adults, ages,18 years and older with Asperger's, high-functioning autism or PDD/NOS.
Come join us for pizza, conversation, cards, games and fun!
Dates:
Tuesdays: October 17, November 19
Time:
6-9 p.m.
Location:
Oakland University Campus, Oakland Center
No registration required, come when you are able. No cost for this program. This program is made possible by the generous support of the Autism Society of Oakland County.
OUCARES
Aspie Women Talk Life Learn and Laugh -
for wormen 18+ with Asperger's or high-functioning autism with conversational language skills. Social group
led by Tracey Cohen, self-described "Aspie" author of "Six Word Lessons on Female Asperger Syndrome." Discussions on relevant women's topics including finding/keeping relationships, employment challenges, daily sensory issues, independence and embracing Aspie life.
Dates:
Tuesday,
September 19 through October 24
Time:
6:30-8 p.m.
Location:
Oakland University,Room 494 Pawley Hall (OU CAMPUS) (map)
Cost:
$60
Registration: Forms are available here
Questions:
oucares@oakland.edu
Phone: 248-370-2424 or Fax: 248-370-4242
OUCARES Social Connections for Adults with High-Functioning ASD or Asperger's -
opportunity to meet new people and socialize while learning about relevant topics each week. The instructor will address important issues such as: making and maintaining relationships, workplace etiquette, social media and internet safety, community interactions
Dates:
Wednesdays: September 27 through November 15
Time:
6:30-8 p.m.
Location:
Meadows Learning Center 1435 W. Auburn Road, Room 203 (map)
Cost: $130
Registration: Forms are available
here
OUCARES Evening Enrichment
Topic: Transition: Planning for High School and Beyond
Presenter:
Sandee Koski, Michigan Alliance for Families
Presentation is designed to help families understand and plan for the transition to high school as well as a post-high school option.
Date:
Thursday, September 28
Time:
6-7:30 p.m.
Location:
Oakland University, Oakland Center, Gold Room C (map)
Cost:
free
Registration: Please RSVP
by emailing
oucares@oakland.edu
or call 248-370-2424, space is limited.
