Monthly Milestones | DECEMBER 2021
December schedule for the
Milestones Self-Advocate Social Group
an online network for individuals with a formal or self-diagnosis of ASD or other disabilities.
Ages 16+

New members always welcome!
To join the group or RSVP to an event below, please email nmorgan@milestones.org

UPCOMING EVENTS
Creative Corner - Crafting Social Circle (virtual)
Saturday, December 4th, 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Knit, draw, or do any other craft of your choosing as the group participates in a laid back social activity led by our community moderators. During the activity, members will engage in conversation, discuss crafting techniques and showcase their work. This meeting will be held via Google Meets (link will be sent to participants prior to the activity).

Social Roleplaying - Dungeons & Dragons (virtual)
Sunday, December 12th, 5:00pm – 7:00pm
Hop online to chat and roleplay as the group works together to tackle challenges big and small. Create a character and join in on the adventure. New and experienced players welcome!

Monthly: Magic the Gathering (in-person)
Thursday, December 16th, 6:00 – 8:00pm
Parma-Snow Public Library, Meeting Room B
2121 Snow Rd, 
Parma, OH 44134
Come play with us! Join the group in-person for a night of fun, snacks and conversation. New and experienced players welcome. Don't play? Feel free to come and just hang out! The Cuyahoga County Public Library requires all visitors to wear a mask. RSVP and proof of vaccination strongly recommended.

Monthly Minecraft (virtual)
Sunday, December 19th, 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Come build with us for our Monthly Minecraft Day! Each month, we meet to play Minecraft together as a group and to chat in Discord. (Individuals without a copy of the game can still participate in this social activity via Discord Voice Chat, but may miss out on certain aspects of the social experience) 
For this activity, you will need:
  • Minecraft for the Nintendo Switch, PS4, XboxOne, or PC (Bedrock Edition)
  • May also be compatible with some Android and Apple mobile devices, PS5, and Xbox Series systems
  • For information on how to setup Minecraft cross-system play, click here.
Milestones is proud to be an annual partner of the
A Better Understanding of the Spectrum of Autism and Practical Interventions

Improve understanding of the medical, behavioral, social, sensory and educational issues related to ASD with University Hospitals Rainbow Babies and Children's Autism Seminar Series, presented virtually by local and national experts in the field.

UPCOMING SEMINAR:
Sleep and Preschool Issues in ASD
Wednesday, January 12, 2022 | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Max Wiznitzer, MD, Pediatric Neurologist at UH Rainbow Babies 

Due to the ongoing issues of the pandemic and surge in COVID cases, this series is being offered online using the Zoom platform. There is no fee for the series. A certificate of attendance will be emailed to all registrants along with a copy of the recorded session for post event viewing.

To register or see the full 2022 seminar schedule, please click the button below or call 216.998.1230
New online resource coming soon!
Introducing the Milestones Autism Planning (MAP) Tool.
a ground-breaking online portal for early childhood to adulthood.
This new immersive tool will provide families and individuals with step-by-step guidance on a variety of topics to support them in developing new skills and reaching their unique goals.

Coming soon to milestones.org
Social guide for holiday gatherings
Holiday events typically involve a significant amount of social interaction. Participating in or starting conversations with family members and friends can be a great social exercise for your child.

Use this social guide to provide your child or loved one with sample questions that will help them spark conversation and create connections this holiday season.
Now is the perfect time to help Milestones end the year strong.
With a contribution to the Milestones Annual Fund, you support vital core programs
such as:

• The Milestones Free Autism Helpdesk
• Virtual Family Education Workshops
• The Milestones National Autism Conference
• Social Connections and Resources for Self-Advocates
• The Diversity Taskforce to Address Disparities in Communities of Color
• Medical Resident Autism Education
Contributions to Milestones, a 501(c)(3) organization, are 100% tax deductible.
Remember Milestones when shopping this holiday season!

Visit smile.amazon.com and select Milestones Autism Resources as your charitable organization. The Amazon Smile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to Milestones. It costs you nothing extra to give!