Wednesday, April 29, 2020 | Issue 28
Staying Safe
Hand Washing

Follow along with the video “Handwashing with Maria”, as she demonstrates an experiment on hand washing and how to properly wash your hands!

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Seeing other people wearing masks.pdf

Review the importance of wearing a mask with a Social Story!

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A neck gaiter is a versatile accessory that can be used as a face covering, headband, bandana, wristband, and neck warmer! Upgrade your accessory game and stay safe!

Wednesday Fitness Fun Challenge
It's Strength Wednesday - Seated Ball Twist

Use Video #21 in the AutismUp Fitness Playlist! AutismUp Support Coach, Bella, demonstrates the "Seated Ball Twist!"

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Complete a Fitness Tracker Calendar and turn it in for a prize when AU re-opens!
My Mascot & Me: Play Hopscotch!
AUggie is chalking and hopping! Do you like to play hopscotch? Show us how strong your legs are by jumping through your own hopscotch course! Challenge mom or dad to see who can finish faster! Introduce your mascot & share your fun with us via photo or video! We introduce new friends in The Daily Breeze and on Facebook .
Weekly Art Project Challenge: Favorite Food
This week, get creative with supplies from home and turn your favorite food into a piece of art! Submit to AU by 5pm Friday 5/1. Winners will be chosen in several different categories.
Remote Minecraft Today
6 - 7 PM
Contact Craig Jones, Program Director, to participate! Free and facilitated by AU staff!

Stay Connected with Peers!
AutismUp staff leads weekly Zoom virtual meet-ups allowing AU participants to interact with friends & peers.
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Wednesday, 4/29
1 - 1:30 PM
ages 6-12 led by Lauren
Sensory & Behavioral Coordinator
Password: AutismUp
Thursday, 4/30
12 - 12:30 PM
ages 13+ led by Craig
Program Director
Password: AutismUp
Parent Support: Autism 101
7-8:30 PM today! Join us for information and tools you can use right away. Empowered, knowledgeable parents can help their children reach their full potential. Facilitated by AutismUp.

AU Summer Camp Registration is Open
The AutismUp Summer Social Skills Program at the YMCA Camp Arrowhead is available to children between the ages of 9 and 15. Specialized instruction makes it possible for the campers to be fully included in regular camp activities. AutismUp hires professionals who specialize in working with children with ASD and other disabilities to support our campers alongside the YMCA staff. Learn more
Help Families with Autism
Help us improve quality of life for thousands living with autism by contributing to our emergency fundraising efforts. Will you please help us with a donation to our emergency funding campaign? No act of generosity is too small to make a difference!
Music Mondays | Arts & Crafts Tuesdays | Social Skills & Readiness Skills Wednesdays
Problem Solving & Experimental Activity Thursdays | Fitness Fridays

Keep up on sensory, social, readiness & fitness skills while you can't be in programs at AutismUp. We'll share daily activities, links, apps, and videos for you to try at home! Daily activities will vary and will be applicable to a broad range of age groups. We hope you'll find something you'd like to try! Let us know what's working and how things are going. We miss you!