Severe* Autism Support Group for Parents and Caregivers |
Join other parents and caregivers of children and adults who are significantly impacted by autism to share experiences as caregivers, advocates, cheerleaders, teachers, detectives, and so much more during our support group.
The Severe* Autism Parent & Caregiver Support Group meets twice per month, once on the first Tuesday of the month at 9:30-11 a.m. ET for the AM session, and once on the fourth Thursday of the month at 7-8:30 p.m. ET for the PM session. All sessions are on Zoom. Our next online Zoom meeting is this Thursday, October 27 at 7 p.m. on Zoom. Registration for these online sessions is only required once, since each AM or PM meeting will use the same link. If you plan to attend both the AM and PM sessions, you need to register twice, since the Zoom link will be different. Click the linked button below to view the Parent & Caregiver Support page on the ASGC site, which has both registration links.
*Severe. Profound. Significantly Impacted. These are just some of the terms used to describe people with autism who require the most intensive supports. We realize there is no consensus on how to best describe this segment of the spectrum because it is a complex issue involving multiple factors. The intention of this group is to help parents & caregivers have a space to talk through the challenges and successes of caring for someone with autism.
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Sensory Friendly Mornings at CAC is on Saturday, October 29 |
The Contemporary Arts Center in downtown Cincinnati is hosting a sensory friendly morning on Saturday, October 29 from 9-10 a.m. ET. This month’s theme is Halloween Treat! Join in on the fun at the Lois & Richard Resenthal Center (44 E. 6th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202).
During this event, the Museum will be made extra welcoming to more sensitive guests. Families will be able to choose from a variety of activities and do them at whatever time they feel most comfortable. Documentation of diagnosis is not required. Participants will receive a sensory map and social narrative, and a sensory bag with fidgets, hearing protection and sunglasses. There will also be quiet space available, as well as seat cushions, weighted lap pads, and more.
This event is FREE but registration is required due to the limited size of the program. Make sure to head to their Sensory Friendly Morning site to register!
| Great Oaks Project SEARCH Transitional Program |
Project SEARCH is a one-year transition-to-work program that prepares students with disabilities for employment. The immersive workplace training program combines classroom instruction, career exploration, and hands-on learning through actual business partner worksite rotations. Project SEARCH provides students with disabilities real-life work experience and employability training. Students also learn about independent-living skills needed to a successful transition to adult life. Students who complete the program can find employment in career paths that match their skills and interests, since it provides students with a variety of worksite experiences.
During the school year, students rotate through three non-paid internship sites to learn work skills needed for the world of work. The goal of Project SEARCH is that students will find and maintain competitive employment. The program is designed for students who are graduating or have already graduated from high school, with these eligibility criteria:
- Is 18 – 21 years old
- Student has an Individualized Education Program (IEP)
- Student has met all academic requirements for graduation
- Student needs extended learning services to prepare for transitioning to employment while diploma is held by school
- Student qualifies for services with Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)
- Student is able and willing to follow all host site employee guidelines
- Students is able to pass site background checks
- Student has updated immunizations per site requirements
- Designed for students in the last year of school services in order to lead to employment
Eligible students should attend an onsite open house in November, information about which can be found by clicking the flyer above. Then, learn more by visiting the Project SEARCH site to schedule shadow visits at the host businesses. The Project SEARCH Application is online, and is due by February 7, 2023 to Great Oaks. Click the linked button below to learn more about Project SEARCH.
| Understanding Behavior in Individuals with Developmental Disabilities Educational Session |
Cincinnati Children’s Hospital’s Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics is hosting an educational session on Understanding Behavior on Thursday, November 10, 2022 5-7 p.m. ET. Tickets are $10. On-site attendance is strongly encouraged, but a virtual attendance option via Zoom will be available. You can register at the linked button below, but please make sure you select the correct ticket option (Zoom attendees should select Online Participation Ticket, and in-person attendees should select In-Person Participation Ticket).
This course is designed for caregivers of children with developmental disabilities, particularly those with challenging behaviors. By the end of the session, attendees will understand the function of or reason that challenging behaviors may occur, and will learn how to manage challenge behaviors and encourage cooperation, compliance, and positive family interactions. For more information, contact DDBPFamilySupport@cchmc.org or call 513-636-2158.
| DISCLAIMER: Autism Society Greater Cincinnati provides this information to the community as a resource. For more information on the above resource or training, please reach out directly to the contact listed. Inclusion of any professional or organization does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply disapproval. | | | |
Autism Society Greater Cincinnati
513-561-2300
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