Autism Connections
May 16-22 | Issue 60
Programs this Week
Tuesday, May 17
7-8:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for caregivers and family members who have a loved one with autism.
Friday, May 20
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for professionals
in the developmental disability field.
Friday, May 20
5:30-7 p.m. ET
An online social program for teens 13-17 with autism to make friends, play games, hangout and have fun.
Friday, May 20
7:30-9 p.m. ET
An online social program for adults with autism to talk, play a variety of games,
have fun and lots of laughs!
Saturday, May 21
10:30-11:30 a.m. ET
at COhatch Milford
A program for teen girls on the autism spectrum, who enjoy arts and crafts and want to connect with others who have similar interests.
Sunday, May 22
6:30-8 p.m. ET
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.
Art Across the Spectrum
Preview: Pastel Flower
Pastel Flower is a paper collage made using pedals designed by students at the Heidt Center for Excellence. Each flower is unique and vibrant, and the different styles and drawing execution reflect the individual creativity of each student who contributed.

This piece will be available at our Art Across the Spectrum silent auction on Thursday, June 9 6-9 p.m. ET. This will be a memorable evening at The Peterloon Estate that will celebrate local artists and raise money for ASGC. In addition to the silent auction, you can enjoy a live auction, raffle, catering by Jeff Thomas, and more information about ASGC. RSVP by Friday, June 3. We hope to see you there!
Weekly Parent and Caregiver Support Group
Open to all parents & caregivers of someone any age with autism, our online Parent and Caregiver Support Group provides an ongoing avenue of resources, support, ideas, and encouragement where it is needed most: at home! We meet every Tuesday via Zoom at 7-8:30 p.m. ET. Registration is required and available at the button below. Following registration, you will receive a Zoom link and passcode to join this group. Please contact our helpline email with any questions.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Teen Crafting Club
Calling all teenage girls with autism! Do you enjoy arts and crafts? Want to connect with other girls with autism who have similar interests? Join us for our Crafting Club this Saturday, May 21 at 10:30 a.m. ET at COhatch in Milford, OH!

By registering, you will receive more specific information about where to meet us to talk and do our crafts!

This month’s craft is decorative magnets using die-cut wood shapes. These magnets are great to use on your fridge, chalk board, or mirror! All supplies will be provided, so all you have to do is come and have fun! Please reach out to Hadia Khan via email or phone at 513-561-2300 x5.
COMMUNITY CORNER
Cincinnati Art Museum Sensory Saturday is
Coming Up on May 28!
Join the Cincinnati Art Museum for a socially distanced Sensory Saturday, designed for families with children who have developmental disabilities. This program will begin before public hours, so families can enjoy a less crowded environment if they wish to do so.

As families enter, they will receive a map that designates galleries with learning centers with instructions on the back. Each family or child will borrow a bag with hands on materials, using it to engage with art in the galleries. When visitors are finished with the supplies, they return the bags to a bin marked “used” materials. You can learn more about the program online!

Registration is not required, you can just show up on Saturday, May 28 at 9:30-11:30 a.m. ET to participate! Families are welcome to participate in the pre-determined learning centers or to wander the galleries at their leisure.

Because of ever changing museum policies related to COVID 19, please visit https://cincinnatiartmuseum.org/visit for up to date information to prepare for your visit. If you need accessibility accommodations for this program or event, please email access@cincyart.org. Please contact at least two weeks in advance to ensure accommodations can be made.
DDBP Sensory Activities at Home Class
The Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics Cincinnati Children’s Hospital is hosting a Sensory Activities at Home class on Tuesday, May 31 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. ET via Zoom. This 1-hour introductory class focuses on how to incorporate a variety of sensory activities into your child's day, while utilizing supplies you already have at home. This class occurs 2-3 times a year.

Visit the EventBrite page for information about the session and ticket availability. This class costs $10 per family attending. For more information, contact DDBPFamilySupport@cchmc.org or call 513-636-2158.
Cincinnati Police Department GPS Training
The Cincinnati Police Department has collaborated with the Regional Autism Advisory Council of Southwest Ohio and ASGC to keep our children with autism safe with GPS tracking devices. This training is open to families who live in the City of Cincinnati Districts 1-5, and who have a child with autism who exhibits elopement behaviors or is at risk of bolting. For questions and eligibility, contact Debbie Serls via email.
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