Events and Resources for the Autism Community
This Autism Event Calendar is an Orange County, California community resource that centralizes information and increases access to autism educational and family support opportunities. Because some events are posted months before they are scheduled, is important to contact sponsors to confirm that none of the information has changed.
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OCASG is proud to announce the schedule for the 2023 expert-led parent's support sessions. These two hour sessions are led by noted psychologist and Autism expert, Dr. Gantman. They will focus on the increasingly difficult issues that arise as children with Asperger's, HFA or PDD-NOS reach adulthood. College and employment are the tip of the […]
Audience: Educators, administrators, families, self-advocates, and service providers. These trainings focus on supporting students of all ability levels, including those with extensive support needs from middle school through post-secondary. Session 2: PDP Leading to Successful Post-Secondary Education and Career Pathways Overview: Focus on middle school to post-secondary Discuss alternative pathways to a diploma Plan for […]
Studies show that early intervention enhances learning, communication and social skills, giving autistic children like Beatrix the opportunity for improved lifelong outcomes. That's ...LIFELONG. We need your help more than ever to ensure all autistic children receive autism screening and interventions as early as possible. Over the past three years alone, more than 1 million […]
JUST FOR FUN – Creativity Workshop: our final art event for 2023, hosted by Chuck Jones Center for Creativity. Join us this month for a Thanksgiving and Harvest themed paper bending project, along with some watercoloring! Taking place at Kidseum in Santa Ana. Meetup Link: https://www.meetup.com/www-autismresourcemom-org/events/297056825/
If you're between the ages of 14 and 22, this is the place for you! Autism Resource Mom's #Hangout offers teens an opportunity and the encouragement to break the pattern of reclusiveness and dare to overcome their social anxieties in a safe, nurturing and fun environment. Friday Night Fun for Teens! Our monthly event at […]
Learn communication, public speaking and leadership skills, while having fun and making friends! Individuals eligible to participate are OCASG adult members and prospective adult members with Asperger’s Syndrome, High Functioning Autism or PDD-NOS, and who are ages 18 or over. Family and friends ages 18 or over are also welcome to join! There will be […]
Does the IEP process seem overwhelming and confusing? This workshop will help guide you through the process, introduce you to special education terminology, and provide you with tools to help you successfully navigate special education. This workshop will be conducted using Zoom. After registering, you will receive an invitation to join the Zoom meeting. Click […]
A Heart-to-Heart with Mom: our online parent support group hosted by Debora Smith. Join us for another helpful Chat 'n' Chill, with Jennifer Griffith, MSW. Jennifer will lead us through another evening of problem solving, where she focuses on strength-based coaching for the whole family. Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvdu6srj8pHtaHVQgykm-HQKesKhNY15IB Talk with us and learn that there’s […]
*VIRTUAL MEET UP THIS WEEK* Sibs, the Holiday season has officially kicked off and we want to support you with all that comes with it! Join us for a virtual Meet Up this Thursday, 11/16 @ 6pm PT to focus on building resiliency amid the busyness of being a caregiver or care manager within your […]
OCASG has a wonderful support group for spouses, partners, and significant others of individuals with high-functioning Autism and Asperger’s. These sessions are facilitated by coach and author, Kealah Parkinson. During these meetings you will be joined by other partners for an open discussion of your challenges and feelings. Dates: Saturdays in 2023: 2/18, 5/20, 8/19, […]
Adult and Teen OCASG Members Join us for our Friendsgiving Brunch at the Irvine Regional Park! This brunch will be a potluck affair, so we kindly request you to prepare and bring a dish or some treats to share with your fellow attendees. While there will be a few park tables available, it’s a good […]
GREAT OUTDOORS – Family Hike: our monthly get together for exercise and fresh air! (San Clemente Beach Trail at El Camino Real and Avenida Estacion) Meetup Link: https://www.meetup.com/www-autismresourcemom-org/events/294627577/
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