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September 2018

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Still accepting applications for Teen & Adult programs
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Coffee Convo on Wednesday, September 26.

Tackling Transition

By: Taylor Levesque, MA

Transition can be tricky. Transition away from an unstructured, highly-preferred, and irregular summer to a structured, demanding, and (at times) unmotivating school experience can be even trickier. Looking for tips to support your child or teen’s successful transition into school this September? Look no further than your own home.

Read more about back to school transitions

How to Educate Your School

September 26, 2018 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Join Lisa Nowinski, PhD and Elise Wulff, MEd for a collaborative discussion about how to work with your child's school team to support your child's unique strengths and needs. Effective, proactive and ongoing communication between home and school builds deeper understanding and collaboration that maximizes the benefits for your child. Make sure to register!

Tony Attwood presents at AANE

Monday, October 15, 2018

Aspire is pleased to provide gold sponsorship of support the AANE's Daniel W. Rosenn Connections Conference on Monday, October 15, 2018 8:30 am - 4:30 pm. Tony Attwood will be presenting on Special Interests, and Independence and Interdependence. Learn more about the program and register.

Hike and BBQ!

Saturday, October 27, 2018

Aspire cordially invites our adult participants to attend the Fall Hike & BBQ. You'll enjoy a traditional barbecue lunch and soak in the great outdoors at Hale Reservation. You are welcome to bring a guest of your choice on this day of socializing and hiking. Vegetarian options available. More info!

Halloween Special Event

Sunday, October 28, 2018

Kids 15 and under will join us at Hale Reservation for an Aspire Halloween Special Event! In matched peer cohorts, participants will enjoy Halloween themed games, activities, and cooking projects (including a Scavenger Hunt for our older participants). We invite caregivers, parents, and siblings to join us for a practice run of trick-or-treating around our Hale site to finish out the celebration. Find out more!

About MGH Aspire

MGH Aspire offers fall, spring and summer programs to help children, teens and adults with high cognitive autism spectrum disorder or a related social profile make social connections and develop independence leading to more successful and fulfilling lives.

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