ASRC Families:
The research team at the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Cohen Children’s Medical Center of New York is is conducting a new, IRB-approved, national study about the impact of wearable electronic tracking devices (ETDs) on children with ASD who wander and their families. Parents who participate in this 10-week study will be provided with an AngelSense Guardian tracking device to use for free for 6 weeks, and will be asked to complete weekly online questionnaires about their experiences with the device.
Please spread the word about this study to families who may be interested in participating. The flier with contact information and frequently asked questions are attached.
We having something new and exciting to share! We have a new interactive calendar on our website thanks to our friends at Planning Across the Spectrum. Here you can find all ASD-related events in CT and sort them by advocacy, informational, social, and more! We are so excited to have this new tool available to everyone and hope that it aids in bringing our local community together even more. ct-asrc.org/calendar/
If you have events you would like added, you can submit a request on the calendar page or contact Planning Across The Spectrum directly,
In just 9 days, help out ASRC by coming to the Wallingford Chipotle and eat some delicious burritos and refreshing drinks.
CHAPEL HAVEN AND DOWN SYNDROME ASSOCIATION TO CELEBRATE DOWN SYNDROME DAY MARCH 21, 4 P.M.
NEW HAVEN, CT – Chapel Haven Schleifer Center is proud to join with the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day on Thursday, March 21 at 4 p.m. at Chapel Haven.
Chapel Haven is located at 1040 Whalley Avenue, New Haven, CT.
This event is free and open to the public, but pre-registration is kindly requested. The event will include:
· A student panel of Chapel Haven adults, discussing “An Independent Life with Down Syndrome”
· Art-making
· A take-away gift for attendees to continue helping to raise awareness
· Refreshments
Please register using this link: www.eventbrite.com/e/world-down-syndrome-day-celebration-at-the-chapel-haven-schleifer-center-tic...
The date of the event is significant, as Down Syndrome is caused by having three chromosomes, as opposed to two, on the 21st chromosome. On this day, people all over the world bring awareness to Down Syndrome through self-advocacy, public education, and gathering together.
This is the second year that Chapel Haven Schleifer Center has partnered with the Down Syndrome Association of CT to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day. The goal of the day is to “recognize and celebrate our families and friends with Down syndrome and the unique strengths, gifts and talents they bring to our communities,” said Chapel Haven President Michael Storz.
World Down Syndrome Day Celebration at The Chapel Haven Schleifer Center
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Join us this WDSD by recognizing and celebrating our families and friends with Down syndrome. We'll enjjoy food, photography, creative art activities and a take home gift that will assist you in spreading awareness throughout the year! Brought to you by the Chapel Haven Schleifer Center and Down Syn...
