Autism Connection of Pennsylvania

12/28/2024

Happy New Year, everyone! We'll see you at our party on Tuesday and our first activities of 2025 on Thursday.

RSVP Here:
https://www.3riverscommunitycare.com/book-online

Tuesday 12/31
11-1 New Year's Eve Party

Thursday 1/2
10:30-11:30 Dance Exercise
12:30-2 Dice Ball

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12/26/2024

At Sophie's Potluck, we envision a world where every special needs child experiences boundless possibilities through purposeful and inclusive activities. Our vision is to be a catalyst for positive change, inspiring a society that recognizes and celebrates the unique abilities of each child, irrespe...

12/18/2024

See what our friends Creative Citizen Studios have to offer!

12/16/2024

New blog post --
Autistic Language Processing: What Words Mean Versus What People Mean
https://autismofpa.org/autistic-language-processing-what-words-mean-versus-what-people-mean/

12/13/2024

From Rep. Abigail Salisbury

Open Enrollment in Pennie – the state’s private health insurance marketplace – is going on now through Jan. 15. During this time, you can sign up for low-cost, high-quality health insurance. If you apply by Dec. 15, you can get health coverage beginning Jan. 1. If you apply by Jan. 15, you can get coverage beginning Feb. 1.

Monthly coverage costs may be less than you think. To learn more, visit this page: https://pennie.com/

12/12/2024

From our friends The Lindsay Theater:
Elf sensory-friendly screening – Saturday | December 21, 2024 | 10:00 a.m.

Elf sensory friendly screening is taking place at The Lindsay Theater! This 2003 holiday comedy stars Will Ferrell as Buddy, a human raised among Santa's elves who travels from the North Pole to New York City to reconnect with the family he was separated from as a baby.

More information and tickets here: https://ticketing.useast.veezi.com/purchase/24544?siteToken=6avxdqr7sn7fr75807a5k307jm

12/12/2024

12/11/2024

From our friends at Self Advocates United as 1 (SAU1)

Join online for a monthly chat with staff from the PA Office of Development Programs (ODP), the government office that oversees and funds those supports and services. People with ID/A can speak up with ODP staff and others are welcome to listen and learn.

Friday, December 20th at 10:00am

More information here: https://sau1.org/event/vision121324

12/08/2024

Ever want to do art from the comfort of your home? We offer a zoom class and are going on YEAR 5, of offering it! We’d love for you to join this Winter/Spring for art from home ✨

12/06/2024

12/05/2024

Join us for some wintery fun!

Reserve your spot here:
https://www.3riverscommunitycare.com/book-online

Tuesday 12/10
10:30-11:30 Cooking: Christmas Swirl ($5)
12:30-2 Movie: Home Alone & Therapets

Wednesday 12/11
10-5 Monthly Aviary Trip

Thursday 12/12
10:30-11:30 Science: Melting Snowman ($5)
12:30-2 Dice Ball & Therapets
6:30-7:30 Carnegie Choristers

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12/05/2024

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre - annual sensory-friendly performance of The Nutcracker returns! At this performance we welcome anyone with autism spectrum disorder, sensory sensitivity or other individual needs. These performances have a relaxed atmosphere which means they are perfect for families with small children. It’s a judgement free zone where performers, theater staff and patrons are accepting of additional sound and movement in the audience and lobby.

More information and tickets here: https://pbt.org/performances-tickets/sensory-friendly-performances/

12/04/2024

Naomi Galman, parent mentor, and Jane Stadnik from PEAL Center receiving Autism Connection of PA's Ally Award --

Thanks to UPMC Health Plan for sponsoring!

12/03/2024

This Giving Tuesday Give Back with Run For A Reason

Looking to give back on Giving Tuesday? Join Run For A Reason and make a difference in the lives of those in need. Give back and make a positive impact today! You don't need to be a runner to make a change in someone's life today.

Happy ! Help us kick off the giving season the right way by making a donation to our Run For A Reason charity program presented by Key Bank!

Charity runners who earn $150 in donations TODAY (prior fundraising does not apply) will win an exclusive Run For A Reason hoodie! In addition, the top fundraiser on Giving Tuesday will receive a $300 gift card from Dicks Sporting Goods, and two additional fundraisers (randomly drawn) who earn over $500 will receive $100 DICK’S Sporting Goods gift cards. Can you help us reach our goal of $20,000 raised on 2024?
You can donate directly to Autism Connection of PA here: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/87620/2025-dicks-sporting-goods-pittsburgh-marathon-weekend/fundraising-organization/55497

https://youtu.be/cf1nXBzrQHc?si=45quwcjqxUD9P9eF

This Giving Tuesday Give Back with Run For A ReasonLooking to give back on Giving Tuesday? Join Run For A Reason and make a difference in the lives of those ...

11/27/2024

Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA is hosting a Holiday Party. The event will include a buffet brunch, giveaways, trivia, hot chocolate and a visit from Santa Claus!

DATE: Saturday, December 7, 2024
TIME: 10:00am—12:00pm
LOCATION: North Shore Café
(Cardello Building, Floor 2)
701 North Point Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15233

COST: $5.00 per attendee
(*financial aid available upon request*)

More information and tickets here: https://p2p.onecause.com/holidayparty2024