Autism Connections
July 5-10 | Issue 67
Programs this Week
Friday, July 8
11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. ET
An online support group for professionals
in the developmental disability field.
Friday, July 8
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.
Saturday, July 8
6:30-8 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, July 9
9-10 p.m. ET
An online autism program for preschool and elementary school children aged 3-12 to explore creativity, socialization, and FUN!
Saturday, July 9
9:30-10 a.m. ET
A new online program focusing on engaging preschoolers in interactive play, song and movement.
Sunday, July 10
6:30-8 p.m. ET
An online support group for adults with autism to share successes and concerns, to give and receive support, and to be a part of a community that understands.
In a Different Key
Movie Screening
The Regional Autism Advisory Council (RACC) is partnering with ASGC and the Ken Anderson Alliance to present an exclusive preview screening of the movie In a Different Key (2020). Based on a book, this movie shows a true story of love, autism, and the fight to belong. Learn more about the movie on IMDB.
 
Join us for this showing on Monday, August 1 at 10 a.m. ET at Mariemont Theatre, or for a virtual showing anytime from 4-10 p.m. ET on the same day. On Tuesday, August 2 at 10 a.m. ET, we will also host a virtual panel featuring filmmakers John Donvan and Caren Zucker. Find out more about this event and sign-up at the link below, which will direct you to the Eventbrite page. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our email helpline connect@autismcincy.org or phone helpline at 513-561-2300.
Severe* Autism Support Group is Next Week
Our Severe* Autism Support Group for parents and caregivers will be next week on Tuesday, July 12 from 9:30-11 a.m. ET on Zoom. Join us and others who are who are significantly impacted by autism to share experiences as parents, advocates, cheerleaders, teachers, detectives, and so much more. This group normally meets on the first Tuesday of the month. If you plan to participate, please make sure to register via Zoom at the link below.
PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Join us for Kids Exploring FUN!
Join us for our Kids Exploring Fun Activity Group on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at 9-10 a.m. ET. This group is open to children with autism who are in preschool or elementary school (ages 3-12), and we meet on every other Saturday – the second Saturday of the month is our activity group, and the fourth Saturday of the month is our social group.
 
In our activity group, our kids have time to do crafts, play games, and engage in activities with children who have similar interests! We usually have a partner organization, like Big Blue Canopy, ABC Pediatric Therapy, or Ensemble Theatre, to bring in a specific activity. For the month of July, facilitator Chloe will join us to tell silly stories to explore the art of theatrical storytelling, games, social skills activities, and lots of FUN!
 
Our social group focuses on socialization and confidence-building for our kids, helping them to make friends and interact with each other in a social setting. Our July social group for Kids Exploring Fun takes place on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 9-10 a.m.
 
To keep up with the latest program updates and topics, make sure to register for this weekend’s program by clicking the button below, and we will keep you in the loop about upcoming program meetings! Remember that you must register for both sessions individually, so be on the lookout on our website and social media for the second July session’s registration link!
COMMUNITY CORNER
Survey for Fathers by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities and Regional Autism Advisory Council
Father’s Day may have been last weekend, but we all know fathers who deserve to be recognized on a regular basis! Calling all fathers of children with developmental disabilities!
 
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities, with partners throughout Ohio, is working towards a vision of collaboration among state agencies, communities, and networks of support where fathers of people with developmental disabilities are valued, engaged, and empowered. To best move forward, we want to know:

  • What is a father's current perspective?
  • What are fathers' experiences in systems that support their child with developmental disabilities?
  • What do they want? What do they need?
  • How do 'systems' and organizations best support fathers of children with developmental disabilities?

Who better to answer these questions than fathers themselves! If you are an Ohio father with a child with developmental disabilities, of any age, consider participating in a brief (5-10 minute) survey, and joining in for one of two virtual Fathers’ Forums. We are eager to hear from you!!

Survey: Simple, 18 question survey that shouldn’t take more than 5-10 minutes. Participating fathers will have an opportunity to win one of two $50 gift cards. The survey, which will be open until July 10, 2022, can be found at the Survey for Fathers link.

Father’s Forum: An opportunity for fathers to chat via Zoom with other Ohio fathers to share their experiences as a father, and share what supports and resources they want and need. Afternoon and evening sessions are available:

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