Online Auction Now Open!
Giant Giraffe to Dirty Dancing Tickets and More
Just Opened! Seven great options to bid on with all proceeds going to reach our goal for the 2016 Walk for Autism that supports programs and services in CT. Bids are open through May 30th at Midnight, but be aware, one item - Bushnell Tickets for "Dirty Dancing" - is for May 28th 2:00 pm show date/time. So for this one item, the Auction End Date is May 24th at Midnight with the winner to be announced May 25th!
2016 Walk for Autism Photo Contest
Send Us Your Best Pics to Enter!
Now through May 31, send your best pics to enter! No more than three images per person, jpg format files only. Last year winners saw their faces on our postcard, posters, flyers, and website! Winner receives basket of goodies just for you!
Parent Speaker Series
Information YOU need to know!Join us on Monday June 6 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the ASRC office in Wallingford, for a presentation by Michael Gilberg about special educatoin and developing social emotional functioning skills. Michael's unique perspective as an experienced SPED attorney, as well as a person on the autism spectrum, will provide tremendous insight into this topic. This is a free presentaiton, but registration is required.
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Special Presentation About Siblings
"I Hear a Red Crayon" - A Converstaion with the Author Bonnie Feuer
Taken from the author's own experience growing up with a sbiling on the autism spectrum, the presentation and discussion with Bonnie Feuer will explore all of the "challenges and glories" of life and family dynamics with a brother or sister with an autism spectrum disorder. Books will be available for sale at the event; Saturday, June 25, at the Wallingford Public Library, 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. This is a free presentation, but registration is required.
Spring Boot Camp "Transition: OMG! "Popular Training Program Comes to South Windsor Boot Camp "Transition OMG!" provides an intensive, four session overview to guide those helping ASD students to make that leap from teen to adult! Schedule-friendly, non-consecutive Saturday morning sessions begin May 14th. Registration is required for this free training; thanks to a grant from SBM Charitable Foundation and sponsored by SWAN Parenting Programs at South Windsor Youth and Family Services.
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THANK YOU for your Support! YOU mean so much to us!What an incredible day! Yes it was wet and cold, but those of you who braved the weather to be with us for 2016 Walk for Autism, created the excitement and spirit that was felt by all in attendance! Everyone from Artists to Zumba instructors helped to celebrate in the festive atmosphere, in spite of the rain! And check out the pre-event Zumba video here! Thank you again for helping the ASRC mission move forward!
CT Autism Awareness License PlateHelp us Spread Awareness across the State!
Thanks to our volunteer who is shepherding the process with the DMV to get autism awareness license plates for Connecticut vehicles! Right now all we need to do is provide proof of interest in the community. Contact us with your name, phone, email and address, so we can move forward with this project! Watch for the license plate design coming soon to our website!
Need Housing Help? ASRC Housing Initiative Can Help! New Britain has posted a Housing Choice lottery through the Jousing Authority of New Britain. View this posting here. Additionally ASRC website offers consultation services for families or individuals with ASD facing housing issues. More information is on our website, or contact us for an appointment.
Did You Know?
ASRC Has ASD Adult Support Groups!
Traditional support-style groups meet monthly at our Wallingford office. Men’s, Women’s groups for ages mid-20’s to mid-30’s, and a Mixed Adults Group, 35 years and up (includes marrieds!). Contact us for more information and placement!
Tween, Teen & Young Adult Social Recreation Programs
Register for Spring Sessions Coming Soon!
More skill-building activities now available for registration through our Social Groups! Northern and Central CT grops, guys and gals ages teen through young adult are welcome. Learn more about these programs and contact us for placement interview.