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| Here are the details on the Autism Society of San Diego's programs, activities, services and events for the month of July. Please click on the embedded links or feel free to contact us at 858.715.0678 for more information. |
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CAMP I CAN SUMMER KICK-OFF PICNIC
CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF FUN
Join past, future and current campers, staff, and their families at this upcoming Camp I Can kick off picnic to celebrate 10 years of fun! This is a meet and greet designed so that your family can meet the staff of Camp I Can 2011, get information on the activities at the camp and also ask any questions you may have in regards to camp. Since this is our tenth year we are inviting past campers and counselors and staff to come down and help us celebrate!
WHEN: SATURDAY JULY 16TH FROM 2-4PM
WHERE: TOBY WELLS YMCA UNDER THE GAZEBO, 5105 OVERLAND DRIVE, SAN DIEGO
WHO: YOUR WHOLE FAMILY!!! WEAR YOUR OLD CIC SHIRTS, AND BRING PICTURES TO SHARE!!!
We will have hot dogs, drinks, and chips available for a $3 donation. All proceeds will be used for equipment and materials for Camp I Can. Please RSVP at CAMPICANYMCA@YAHOO.COM
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ANNOUNCING A NEW RECREATION ACTIVITY FOR TEENS AND ADULTS ON THE AUTISM SPECTRUM
 Announcing a new recreation activity for adults on the autism spectrum. Our "Inaugural" pool party for teens and adults, ages 16 and up, will be held on Saturday, July 23 from 2:00- 4:00 pm at the Aqua Pros Swim School at the Boys and Girls Club, located at 4635 Clairemont Mesa in San Diego. This event is free and will include light refreshments. Lifeguards will be on duty. Participants requiring supervision will beed to be accompanied by a responsible adult. Please RSVP by contacting the Autism Society office at 858.715.0678 or info@sd-autism.org |
THERE IS STILL SPACE AND FINANICAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR CAMP I CAN AT AT TOBY WELLS YMCA
Registration for the 2011 season of Camp ICAN (Camp Including Children with Autism Now), the only camp of its kind in the county specifically designed for kids and teens on the autism spectrum, is underway. There are still some spots available at Toby Wells YMCA in Kearny Mesa. The Palomar Family YMCA in Escondido is full.
Registration forms are available at the Autism Society of San Diego website. Please visit: www.sd-autism.org for camp schedules, additional camp information and to download this year's registration form.
** Do you need help with camp tuition this year? Financial assistance may be available through the generosity of a community agency that has set asisde funds specifically to assist families who have been affected by extreme financial hardship and/or Regional Center budgetary changes. Please contact our office for more information about how to apply at info@sd-autism.org or by calling 858-715-0678 |
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SPACE STILL AVAILABLE FOR SURF CAMP THIS SUMMER
 There is still space available for Surf Camp this summer during the following sessions:
Week One: July 18-21
Week Four: August 8-11
Week Seven: August 29-Sept. 1
** Do you need help with camp tuition this year? Financial assistance may be available through the generosity of a community agency that has set asisde funds specifically to assist families who have been affected by extreme financial hardship and/or Regional Center budgetary changes. Please contact our office for more information about how to apply at info@sd-autism.org or by calling 858-715-0678 |
SAVE THE DATE: RIDE FOR AUTISM
Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011
Location: San Diego, CA
Register Now!
The San Diego Ride for Autism returns on Saturday, August 6th, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit The Autism Society of San Diego! All motorcycle makes & models welcome. This year's Ride will start at Biggs Harley-Davidson / Buell in San Marcos and end at the Gaslamp Restaurant and Bar in Long Beach. Register on-line and you are guaranteed a free t-shirt in classic black.
If you are interested in volunteering, sponsoring, or donating please email Kristine DeLaRosa at kristine@rideforautism.org or Ann Leslie at ann@rideforautism.org. For information and registration, see please visit: http://www.rideforautism.org/ or email ask@rideforautism.org
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AUTISM SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO MEMBERSHIP CHANGES, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
 As of May, 2011, membership in the Autism Society has changed. For information on new membership policy, click here. The Autism Society San Diego is dedicated to working very hard for our community. Membership benefits and chapter registration can be found on our website by clicking here. To check the status of your membership, If you have further questions or would like an application mailed to you, contact us at 858.715.0678 or info@sd-autism.org. |
NORTH COUNTY FAMILY POOL PARTY
Summer is here and the pary has moved from the gym to the pool. Now through August, North County families can enjoy monthly pool parties with food, drinks and fun.
Pool parties will be held the last Saturday of each month.
Saturday, July 30, 2011
3:00 -5:00 pm Palomar Family YMCA 1050 North Broadway Escondido, CA 92026 ** Admission is free but a $5 donation per family is requested to help cover the cost of food and venue
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CENTRAL SAN DIEGO MONTHLY PIZZA AND POOL PARTY
Every second Friday of the month
Friday, July 8, 2011 6:00 - 8:00 pm Boys and Girls Club 4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 92117
Bring the entire family to enjoy a swim in an indoor, heated pool with free pizza and drinks. Lifeguards are provided. For safety purposes, no floatation devices or "floaties" are permitted. A special thank you to Aqua Pros for making this event possible. RSVPs are greatly appreciated! Contact info@sd-autism.org or 858-715-0678.
** Admission is free but a $5 donation is suggested per family to help cover the cost of the food and venue
** Unfortunately, we will no longer be serving GFCF pizza. If you have specific dietary restrictions, feel free to bring your own food
** For the safety of your children, we ask that you do not enter the pool area until 6:00 pm

Thank you to DiMille's Italian Restaurant
in San Diego for Sponsoring July's Pool Party! DiMilles has been serving the most delicious pizza, pasta, sandwiches and salads to discerning San Diegans for the past 31 years. DiMille's is located at 3492 Adams Avenue in San Diego. 619-283-3153 SPONSOR A POOL PARTY
Would you like exposure for your company or organization while contributing to a great cause? Become a monthly pool party sponsor! Contact the Autism Society of San Diego office at
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ASPIES AND FRIENDS, A SOCIAL GROUP FOR ADULTS ON THE SPECTRUM, GOES SWIMMING
 This support/social group provides a casual, safe environment where young adults can form lifelong frienships and network with one another. Every event will revolve around a fun, low cost activity that will bring the group together while working on the formation of new and existing social skills.
July's meet up will be in conjunction with the Autism Society of San Diego's teen and adult pool party, to take place on Saturday, July 23, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. at Aqua Pros Swim School at Clairemont Boys & Girls Club, located at 4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117 (see article above for more details)
Please contact the group advisor, Ed Baisley, to RSVP or with questions at ebaisley@hotmail .com or 619-925-5151. |
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SUPPORT GROUP FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES OF ADULTS ON THE SPECTRUM
 This support group for families of adults, both young and old, with ASD will be taking a summer break and will resume in September. |
SUPPORT AND INFORMATIONAL GROUPS
Greater San Diego Meeting
The Central San Diego Support Group will no longer meet on a monthly basis. Check our website, facebook or enews for upcoming meetings
North County Meeting
The North County Support Group will no longer meet on a monthly basis. Check our website, facebook or enews for upcoming meetings
There will be no north county support group meetings during the summer months. However group members are invited to meet up for dinner and drinks every second Monday night during June, July and August. Dinner information will also be posted on the North County Yahoo Group.
July's dinner will take place at Chili's in Escondido on July 11 2011
7:00 p.m - 8:30
Chili's
1105 West Valley Parkway Escondido, CA 92025 (760) 737-5101
Coffee Talk
Coffee Talk is taking a summer break and will resume in September, 2011
Spanish Support Group/Grupo de Apoyo en Espanol
The Spanish support group has wrapped for the summer. Meetings will resume in September, 2011.
No habrá reuniones de apoyo del grupo español en el verano. Las reuniones se reanudarán en Septiembre, 2011 |
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