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Research
Below are several autism research studies that are looking for participants:
Invitation for Parents to Join Online Discussion Group
Parent Survey of Attitudes towards School Psychologists
Study on Medications used for ASD
- Patient or Parent Survey
- Clinician Survey
CWRU Autism Research Study (pdf)
Complementary and Alternative Therapies for Children Diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder
-Subject Recruiter Letter (doc)
-Survey of Parental Practices (doc)
Preparing High School Students with Aspergers Syndrome/High Functioning Autism for College
- Parent/Guardian Survey
- Professionals Survey
Sleep Survey Study
Predictors of Impairment in Pediatric Autism
The Ohio Autism Awareness License Plate is now available! 
Life 101: Learning to Live With Autism
ABC News On Call+ Autism Center
Today's Family: Touching Hearts, Changing Lives
Important Downloads
ASGC Brochure
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ASGC Mission Statement: “To serve the autism community by providing information, coordinating support services, and facilitating communication for the benefit of those with Autism Spectrum Disorders from diagnosis through adulthood.”
Movie: Wretches and Jabberers
April 16, 2011, 12 P.M.
Ridge Park Square Cinema 8
To purchase tickets online. 1. Click on the flyer . 2. Scroll down and find the Ridge park square theater under the date of April 16. Click on it. 3. On the AMC page find the date locator. Find the date of April 16 and hit "go". 4. From there you can purchase tickets.
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Dear Parents & Care Givers of Children with Autism:
I am a graduate student in Communication Disorders at North Carolina Central University in Durham, North Carolina. As part of my master thesis I am collecting data to study the effectiveness of various treatments for symptoms of autism as assessed by parents and care givers of children with autism. The survey web link is below this letter. It takes only a few minutes to complete and is anonymous.
If you have any questions or concerns about this study, you may contact me atjmarron@eagles.nccu.edu.
Your help and participation is greatly appreciated. Please feel free to pass the survey link along to other parents of children with autism you may know.
Sincerely,
Janet Marron
Survey Web link: http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/391842/3569677c4e0f
Petition Asks for Tax Break for Special Needs FamiliesAs special families, I believe we need all the help we can get!!! If you can agree with this statement, please sign the petition. As of July 01, 2007 there are 7,664 signatures...let's see if we can get it up into the HIGH THOUSANDS! Forward this to your other lists/friends with special kids!! |
Autism and the ASGC
Autism is a neurological disorder that can significantly affect one’s ability to communicate, to reason, and to interact with others. It is a spectrum disorder that affects individuals differently and to varying degrees of severity. It is estimated that as many as 1 in 150 children born today will have some form of autism, a statistic that represents a profound increase over recent years.
The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland (ASGC) is our local branch of The Autism Society of America (ASA), the largest and oldest grassroots organization advocating on behalf of the 1.5 million Americans living with autism. The ASGC is a volunteer organization that provides support and guidance to those with autism spectrum disorders and their families and caretakers.
ASGC Mission Statement: “To serve the autism community by providing information, coordinating support services, and facilitating communication for the benefit of those with Autism Spectrum Disorders from diagnosis through adulthood.”
New ASGC programs for this year include autism training of student aides and teachers of religion to allow easier access for those with autism, more resources for parents with a new diagnosis and autism education for police and other first responders that may save lives.
We can’t make any of this happen without the support of donors like you. The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland is an Ohio-based 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization.
Ohio Autism Task Force
Please contact your state senator and state representative as soon as possible to set up a meeting with them to discuss the recommendations - either in Columbus after the rally or in your home district. If you aren't able to set up a meeting - please write your legislators. There are 43 different recommendations that cover the spectrum of persons with autism and services for them and their families. Pick the two or three that you are most passionate about and speak to your legislators about those. Your meeting should be short - 15 minutes or less. Have a "bullet point" type list to speak from. Have your information in writing, as well as a copy of the report to give them so that they can refer to it at a later date. Tell a brief personal story of how you are directly impacted by the lack of a particular service. Any letters should be no more than one - two pages. Be clear and to the point! Remember - we want to win legislators over to support our issues, not beat them up or abuse them about the lack of services. Keep the meeting positive!
Not sure how to find your state legislators? Visit www.house.state.oh.us, click on "Your Representatives" and enter your zipcode. Visit www.senate.state.oh.us, click on "Your Senators" and enter your zipcode.
The next several months will be critical in reaching legislators with this important message. So please make an appointment today - or send a letter if you are unable to set up a meeting.
Credit for this message: Autism Society of Ohio
2010 ASGC Holiday Party
Session 1: July 11-15
Session 2: July 18-22
Get the Brochure and the Enrollment Form
The Opportunities for Religion Bake Sale will be taking place this fall to promote autism awareness.
The ASGC will offer aide training for religious organizations. between Sept 22 and Dec 22.
See this letter for more information
2010 Chili Cook-Off for Autism: Wed., April 21, 2010
Visit the Photo Gallery.
A speaial thanks to Thomas Mulloy of Thomas Mulloy Photography for donating his time and services!
Autism Society of Greater Cleveland P.O. Box 41066, Brecksville, Ohio 44141 (216) 556-4937