2022 has flown by and it is hard to believe we are entering a New Year in just a few short weeks. The COVID-19 pandemic changed many things for the world, however, our Connecticut Autism community stayed strong and connected throughout the many challenges. ASRC is excited to continue our social skill groups for teens/adults, and our recreation programming that is offered both in person and virtually for all ages. Our Resource Guide remains a valuable tool for families with over 35,600 page visits to the ASRC site with more families accessing it, online, daily.
Now, more than ever, we need to remain supportive, engaged, and hopeful for a strong future, where we can all stay connected and continue to grow past relationships and build new ones.
Our annual Walk for Autism in North Haven brought us together this past May with nearly 3,000 walkers for fun, and information gathering too. The addition of the Inclusive Employer Showcase and Recreation Resources is something we will build upon even more in 2023! Our goal is to provide you with pertinent information throughout April and May leading up to the Walk that focuses on employment opportunities and services.
Education is so important no matter where each of us is along our journey. Hundreds of families attended several of our FREE online Transition Workshop series, via Zoom & Facebook and we are continuing our Live Workshops into 2023 with a 2-part panel discussion about the “Ins & Outs of Protecting Your Benefits” coming this winter. I encourage you to visit our website and Facebook often for updates. We work collaboratively with so many resources across the state and try to share as much information as possible via both platforms.
With deep appreciation for our small ASRC team – which is a very important part of our organization – I want to thank all of you. To our families, sponsors, and supporters, thank you. Your commitment to ASRC allows us to continue to provide much-needed resources to the Autism Community in CT. On behalf of the entire organization, thank you.
To all of you and your families,
best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2023.
Julie Hipp (Board President)
& The Team @ Autism Services & Resources CT
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