Autism Connections
July 12 - 18, 2021 | Issue 16
Programs this Week
Tuesday, July 13
7:00-8:30 p.m.
An online support group for caregivers and family members who have a loved one with autism.
Wednesday, July 14
7:30-9:00 p.m.
An online support group for black and brown caregivers and family members who have a loved one with autism.
Friday, July 16
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
An online support group for professionals
in the developmental disability field.
Friday, July 16
5:30-7:00 p.m.
An online social program for teens 13-17 with autism to make friends, play games, hangout and have fun.
Friday, July 16
7:30-9:00 p.m.
An online social program for adults with autism to talk, play a variety of games,
have fun and lots of laughs!.
Saturday, July 17
9:00-10:00 a.m.
An online autism program for children 3-12 to explore creativity, socialization and FUN!
Saturday, July 17
10:30-11:30 a.m.
A new program for teen girls on the autism spectrum, who enjoy arts and crafts and want to connect with other teen girls on the spectrum, who have similar interests.
Saturday, July 17
7:30-9:00 p.m.
An online social program for adults with autism to test your knowledge, hang out with friends, and have FUN!
Sunday, July 18
6:30-8:00 p.m.
An online support group for adults with autism to share successes and concerns, give and receive support, and be a part of a community that understands.
Meet Taylor Haag, Development & Marketing Director
Taylor has more than 10 years of experience in internal and external communications, event planning, social media strategy and community engagement with nonprofits.

Prior to joining Autism Society Greater Cincinnati, Taylor most recently worked in corporate communications for a large financial group, supporting internal and external communications and bolstering engagement from employees and the community for United Way annual giving campaigns, WalkMS, Ride Cincinnati, and more.

Before relocating to Cincinnati, she held roles in both corporate and nonprofit settings related to communications, fundraising, event management and media relations in Columbus, Ohio. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Journalism and a Master of Business Administration from Ohio University.
Book Review

Our next book is "Autism in the Family: Caring and Coping Together," by Dr. Robert Naseef.

How can parents provide the best support for their child with autism - and ensure that the whole family's needs are met? It's a question face by every parent of a child on the autism spectrum, and this book answers it with keen insight, reassuring honesty, and practical guidance.

A psychologist and father of an adult son with autism, Dr. Robert Naseef has both personal and professional expertise to to share with overwhelmed families.
Golf for Autism

Save the date for Monday, October 4 for our 3rd annual Golf for Autism fundraiser, at TPC River's Bend in Maineville. Registration is open now, at www.cincygolf4autism.com.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Grupo de Apoyo Para Padres Y Cuidadores
¿Buscas apoyo, conversación y creación de conexiones? ¿Quieres hablar con otros padres que han logrado superar obstáculos? Únase a otros padres/cuidadores para hablar sobre las alegrías y los desafíos de criar a un niño con autismo.

Nuestra primera reunión:

Miércoles 21 de Julio
6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Autism Society Greater Cincinnati

513-561-2300