ASCEND Group

This Sunday (August 7) at 4:00 p.m. the Chips Chocolate and Chat Gathering will be held in the Swartz Education Center, 274 S. Bryn Mawr Ave., on the JCHAI campus in Bryn Mawr.

Chips, Chocolate and Chat is a group of adults on the autism spectrum (ages 18+), who with the help of a facilitator, discuss topics chosen by the group. Topics that have been addressed include dating, co-workers, break-ups, meet-ups, interviewing for jobs, etc.

Parents/caregivers meet in a separate room to discuss various issues and provide support to one another.

Reminder: Participants must be vaccinated, and masks are still required inside buildings on the JCHAI campus.

For questions or more information, send a message to [email protected].

This Sunday (June 26) at 4:00 p.m. the Chips Chocolate and Chat Gathering will be held in the Swartz Education Center on the JCHAI campus in Bryn Mawr.

Chips, Chocolate and Chat is a group of adults on the autism spectrum (ages 18+), who with the help of a facilitator, discuss topics chosen by the group. Topics that have been addressed include dating, co-workers, break-ups, meet-ups, interviewing for jobs, etc.

Parents/caregivers meet in a separate room to discuss various issues and provide support to one another.

Reminder: Participants must be vaccinated, and masks are still required inside buildings on the JCHAI campus.

For questions or more information, send a message to [email protected].

Sharing info about a webinar, Autism, ID & MH: What You Need to Know After Age 18, happening next Tuesday night.

Registration link: https://forms.gle/oE5fx8WNDain1cf46

ACEing Autism Tennis Program Offered at Idle Hour Tennis Club in Drexel Hill

Tomorrow, Saturday, May 21, the ACEing Autism program will hold its first session from 12:00-1:00 p.m. on the back hard courts. This program is for ages 6-16.

Aceing Autism is a program that helps to develop socialization skills and builds self-esteem using the medium of tennis using
Participants are introduced to interactive fun activities alone and in groups revolving around tennis and ball skills at a basic level or above, but in all cases customized individually to the participant’s skill level, and in a safe, supportive non threatening and unpressured environment. The emphasis is on fun.

Equipment is provided. There’s some group games as well. Parents and siblings can stay and watch and see the progress from week to week.

Click this link for more information about the ACEing Autism program: https://aceingautism.org

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Please join us for our next Parent Club on June 8th!

Through the highs and lows of Ben's life, he found others to support him with kindness and inclusion. Be the one kind person. Be the one who includes others. Be the one to change lives. The cost of kindness is low, but the impact is immense.

Register: https://bit.ly/BenHartranft

Sharing info about a free webinar next Wednesday with Michelle Leahy.

Registration link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSejQAD08jfFDKoZRf1mduWEDTAiIuOjarATb527CixBB7QrCQ/viewform

Sharing info about a webinar sponsored by the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support:

Bridging the Gaps in Education Webinar

Tuesday, March 29th | 12 PM | Zoom

Learn your rights and get the support you need to get your child's education back on track.

The Kinney Center is hosting a webinar in collaboration with Merrill Lynch to provide resources and information surrounding learning lost to the COVID-19 pandemic. Beyond academics, COVID has also impacted our children’s mental health and social progress. COVID compensatory services are available, but can be difficult to navigate.

Our panel is here to help! Expert panelists will provide tips and tricks on how to advocate for your rights, navigate the ever-changing system, and where to best utilize your funds. A majority of the session will be devoted to answering your questions. We are here to help ensure your child gets the most of their public education. Registration is required.

https://bit.ly/KinneyCenterWebinar

Join Pat Bergmaier on March 31st at 7 PM to talk about financial planning for families who have loved ones with special needs!

Register for free: https://bit.ly/WhatEveryCaregiverNeedstoKnow

Individuals with autism are more likely to identify as LGBTQ+. This workshop will discuss how to most effectively support a diversity of gender and sexuality experiences!

Register for this free webinar: https://bit.ly/ASCENDLGBTQIdentities

Join us to talk about the 5 components of sexuality & discuss them in the context of individuals with autism. These are important to address when working to support a fulfilling life and a complete identity!

Free registration!: https://bit.ly/ASCENDWebinarJan25

Transitioning into college is a whole new landscape to navigate. Join us for a free webinar on Thursday, December 16 at 12 PM with presenters from the Kinney Center for Autism Education and Support!

Register: https://bit.ly/ASCENDTransition2College