New group! Teen Asperger Friendship Club - teens/young adults within the ASD
Dates: February 13, no event in March, April 9, May 14, June 11
Time: 7-11 p.m.
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church, School and EC Center, 38900 Harper Ave., Clinton Township, 48036
ASOC Friendship Club Autism Social - for teens/young adults with ASD, Down syndrome, and PDD.
Dates: Saturdays, January 30, February 13
Time: 7-11 p.m.
Location: St. Anastasia Church, 4571 John R. Road, Troy 48085
OUCARES After Hours Adult Social - adults with Asperger's syndrome, high-functioning Autism, PDD/NOS.
Dates: Tuesdays, January 19, February 16, March 15
Time: 6-9 p.m.
Location: Oakland University Campus, Oakland Center
No registration required, come when you are able. Free.
OUCARES Evening Enrichment "Navigating Oakland County Community Mental Health Services & Supports for Individuals with ASD"
Presented by representatives from OCCMHA. Discussion will include:
- Explanation of the public mental health system
- Eligibility process and determination for OCCMHA services
- Information on Medicaid and MI Child Autism Benefit.
Date: Thursday, January 21
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Location: Oakland University, Oakland Center, Lake Michigan Room
Life Solutions for Autism "Parent Empowerment Workshop: How to Plan for Your Child's Transition to Adulthood"
Presented by: Karin Chandler and Kathy Johnson. Designed for parents and caregivers of individuals with Autism, ages 13 to 18. Learn about the options available to your child after high school and the important issues to consider along the way.
Date: Saturday, January 30
Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Location: Baker College of Flint, Room S128, Technology Center Bldg., 1050 W. Bristol Road, Flint, 48507
Please register by January 26th. Register by phone, 810-742-5404, or email
asggc@yahoo.comCost: $20 per person
Camp and Resource Fair with Micro-businesses
For families seeking information on educational, recreational and healthcare services and products that support children with special needs.
Date: Thursday, January 28
Time: 6:30-9 p.m.
Location: Groves High School, 20500 W. Thirteen Mile Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025
OUCARES Evening Enrichment "Achieving a Better Life Experience, The ABLE Act: A Tax-Exempt Savings Account for Long-Term Needs of an Individual with a Disability" Presented by R. Scott de Varona, Michigan Department of Treasury, will discuss the Michigan ABLE Act and how it pertains to individuals with ASD and their families.
Date: Thursday, February 25
Time: 6-7:30 p.m.
Location: Oakland University, Oakland Center, Lake Michigan Room
Macomb Township Programs for Adults with Developmental Disabilities 18 years + Must
pre-register for the following three classes with Macomb Township Parks and Recreation. For more info, call Michelle (586) 992-2900 ext.#2908 or
www.gomtpr.org
1.) Experimental art- We will explore, create, and get messy with all kinds of art media. All materials provided.
Dates: Two six-week sessions, January 13 - February 24; March 2 - April 20 (No Class March 9 and April 6)
Time: Wednesdays, 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Location: Macomb Township Recreational Center 20699 Macomb St., Macomb, MI. Off Broughton, off 25 Mile Road, two miles east of Romeo Plank.
2.) Healthy Eating - Presented by MSU Extension SNAP program. Learn about healthy food and drinks, menu planning, grocery shopping tips, cooking in the microwave and more.
Dates: Wednesdays, April 6-May 18
Time: 11a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Macomb Township Marvin Blank Senior Center
3.) Let's Get Moving - Incorporate skill building with fun, fitness and social time! All participants must have a caregiver who participates. Please wear indoor gym shoes.
Dates: Two six-week sessions, Thursdays January 14 - February 25; March 3 - April 21
Time: noon-12:45 p.m.
Location: Macomb Township Recreational Center, 20699 Macomb St., Macomb, MI. Off Broughton, off 25 Mile Road, two miles east of Romeo Plank.
Volunteers are needed. Please contact Michelle for a volunteer application at
dudam@macomb-mi.gov or 586-992-2900 EXT #2908.
Michigan Alliance - PTI in Oakland County "Transition: Planning for High School and Beyond" with Kelly Orginski, is a free workshop for families of students with an IEP and their team members. Basic information to help young adults plan for a transition to adulthood, including rights and responsibilities. Learn how high school classes and the school environment can help develop important skills and build pre-employment knowledge.
Date: Tuesday, February 2
Time: 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Location: Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, (Building 41 West - East Oakland Room), 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford, MI 48328.
A light lunch will be served.
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