Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Autism Toolkit of Georgia
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Join us monthly for an support group that offers Autistic women, age 50+ an opportunity to come together to explore issues such as:
Receiving a diagnosis later in life
Masking and Camouflaging
Finding Support; Building and Maintaining Relationships
Challenges Post Menopause; Decline of Executive Functioning
Mid-Life Identity
Managing Stress and Coping Strategies
Self-Care
Keyboards and mice are great tools, but do not work for everyone. Join us for this workshop to discover different ways to control your computer and mobile devices. You'll learn about tools ranging from voice control to switches, adaptive mice, and keyboards. We'll demonstrate several simple things that can make accessing your computer easier and explore some more complex setups too.
If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.
Come meet other like-minded individuals on the autism spectrum, as we share what has been going on in our lives with others who can understand
us. The meeting will be held via Zoom.
If you have any questions or would like the link to the Zoom meeting, please e-mail Jamie Mackintosh at jamie.mackintosh@chattanoogaautismcenter.org.
This group is designed for parents and other adult family members of Autistic children under the age of 12. This group is limited to 16 participants or caregivers to connect with one another and share information.
Dates
July 28
August 11
August 25
September 8
September 22
October 6
October 20
November 3
Learn how intentional, positive language strengthens relationships, supports behavior, and helps children and young people feel capable, connected, and motivated.
Recognize how everyday language influences behavior, identity, and self-belief.
Presented by Meghan Chapman, CRC, Federation for Children with Special Needs
Explore what families partnering with career services or vocational rehabilitation counselors can look like
Learn how including families is part of person-centered planning
Discover ready-to-use tools and practices to prepare young adults, caregivers, and professionals to work together
Looking for a fun way to relax, and connect with others who get it?
Join us for LIFE’s Social Club - a monthly hangout for people with disabilities to laugh, share, socialize, and take a break from everyday stress.
There’s no pressure - just good vibes, great company, and plenty of fun.
Enjoy simple refreshments!
Enter to win a $10 gift card door prize - just for showing up!
When: Last Wednesday of every month from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Where: Join in person at LIFE, Inc. – 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah
Or hop on Zoom - call 912-920-2414 for login.
Open to people with disabilities in LIFE’s service counties:
Appling · Bacon · Brantley · Bryan · Bulloch · Camden · Candler · Charlton · Chatham · Effingham · Evans · Glynn · Liberty · Long · McIntosh · Pierce · Tattnall · Toombs · Ware · Wayne
This multi-session support group is for parents who have an Autistic adult child 23+ years of age. Other adult family caregivers may also register for this group. Multi-session support groups are ideal for parents and other adult family caregivers who want to go beyond sharing their stories with newcomers each time at single session support group meetings.
AANE support groups provide an opportunity for parents and family caregivers to voice their concerns and frustrations and celebrate hard-won and unexpected victories. Although each group will focus on different themes and questions, here are some of the most common ones:
Now that your child is an adult, how do you support and/or parent without power?
How do you keep the lines of communication open?
How can you help the Autistic adult find and sustain work and live independently?
How do you motivate them to expand their social network?
What types of services have other families used and what were the results?
How have other members tapped into health, income, housing, and other benefits?
Dates
July 29
August 12
August 26
September 9
September 23
October 7
October 21
November 4
AANE is offering an 8-week virtual group for Autistic or Neurodivergent young adults aged 19-23. This group is designed to provide young adults navigating the transition between teenage years and adulthood a safe space to feel connected to and engage with each other while practicing their social skills in a facilitated setting. The group will be developed based on the interests and needs of the members.
Dates
September 1
September 8
September 15
September 22
September 29
October 6
October 13
October 20
This series is comprised of interactive sessions with each week focusing on a new place or cultural activity, while incorporating storytelling, music, poetry writing, and/or a simple craft. Each session will include a follow-up message filled with tips, activities, and recipes for families to continue to enjoy after the virtual trip. The focus of each group is to explore a new world, experience a variety of engaging opportunities, and enjoy a sense of camaraderie and community.
Aug 4th – Let’s Celebrate the Birthday and Music of Louis Armstrong!
Aug 11th – Let’s Explore the Philadelphia Museum of Fine Art!
Aug 18th – Encore! – Let’s Discover More Unusual Sea Creatures!
Aug 25th – Let’s Experience Candy Evolution Throughout History!
Sept 1st – Let’s Discover the Excitement of Amusement Parks Around the World!
Sept 8th – Let’s Hike Through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!
Sept 15th – Let’s Discover Some of Nature’s Unusual Animals!
Sept 22nd – Let’s Travel Through the Majesty of Italy’s Cathedrals!
Socialize, and play games! This is a great opportunity to catch up with old friends and to welcome many new AANE members!
Join us as P2P discuss Medicaid programs and services, including how to qualify for Medicaid based on a child’s disability or chronic health condition (Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver). This course will include information on EPSDT, GAPP, SOURCE, and a brief overview of CCSP, ICWP and NOW/COMP waivers.
Contact: Amanda Brown
Email: amandab@p2pga.org
Phone: (678) 736-7314
More Info: https://tinyurl.com/27m5wbxw
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