Introduction to Autism for Parents and Caregivers
Getting any new diagnosis comes with the need to understand it. Learn the basics about autism, and get some take-home tips, from people who understand and have worked in this field for 20+ years.
We will explain the details about autism and how brain differences help shape personality, likes, dislikes, fears, eating, sleeping, the senses, and communication. Please come and ask your questions, meet others with similar concerns and learn what to do at home and in the community!
Wednesday, September 22 from 6:30-8:30 PM.
This is a free workshop, but pre-registration is required.
A Different Approach To Getting A Job
Did you know that there are employers who want to hire more people with disabilities?
Presenter Bill Frase, Assistant Director of Achieve Business Services, will help you learn how to gain access to employment professionals who help progressive organizations hire, retain, and advance more people with disabilities.
At the completion of this session, learners will be able to:
Access disability employment professionals who are embedded within organizations that want to hire, retain, and advance more people with disabilities.
Learn about the specific companies who have these embedded disability employment professionals and how to access them.
Know how to get more information.
Take the next step.
This workshop is for job seekers with disabilities and those who support them.
October 6, 6:30-8:00 PM
Contact info: Autism Connection of PA
412-781-4116
[email protected]
PEEA Tennis Clinic
For individuals with autism ages 6 and up. Awbury Park, 6101 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia PA 19138. Upcoming dates: 9/11 and 9/25 from 9:00 - 11:00 AM. This is an outdoor event. Weather permitting. FREE. Register by session by contacting Eric at [email protected] or 267-258-8687. No walk ups. Note: Website may be under construction, so please check back for registration link.
Aceing Autism Tennis Program Begins September 18
The Aceing Autism tennis program will be offered at Idle Hour Tennis Club in Drexel Hill on six consecutive Saturdays, beginning on September 18 from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. The program is open to participants who are five to 18 years old.
Click here for more details. Registration link. ACEing Autism is on a mission for children with autism to grow, develop and benefit from social connections and fitness through affordable tennis programming, uniquely serving individual needs while filling a national void for this growing and worthy population.
For more information, contact Dan Sears at 540-538-7543.
Life on the Spectrum Two-Part Workshop: Sex Education and Dating
Policy and Analytics Center (PAC) at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute upcoming workshop we will be hosting about Sex Education and Dating, as part of our series “Life on the Spectrum: A Workshop Series Developed by and for Autistic People.”
Our next workshop, titled “Sex Ed and Dating,” will be held on Saturday, September 18 from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM EST. The workshop will consist of an hour-long presentation on sex education by Michael John Carley, author of the book, The Book of Happy, Positive and Confident Sex for Adults on the Autism Spectrum… and Beyond!, followed by a one-hour panel conversation featuring autistic adults discussing their experiences with and perceptions of dating and relationships.
This workshop will be a frank discussion on sex and dating, so this conversation is meant for individuals 18+.
You can register for the event here.
The High School Youth Preparation for Higher Education Program (HYPE)
The Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Southeastern Pennsylvania Autism Resource Center (SPARC) and Devereux Pennsylvania Community Adult Autism Partnership Program (CAAPP) programs have partnered with West Chester University to create a specialized program for high school students with
autism spectrum disorders (ASD).
The goal of our High School Youth Preparation for Higher Education (HYPE) program is to provide students with ASD meaningful educational activities and supports, enabling them to maximize their independence and help them become
prepared for university life.
For more information and how to contact us, please click link above.
Back to School: Knowing the hierarchy of the school system can make your path to an answer easy and smooth - from Parenting Special Needs Digital Magazine
This group provides an opportunity for older teens and adults (around age 18 and up) with an Autism Spectrum Disorder to meet for support, self-advocacy, networking, conversation, and fun.
