UPMC Center for Autism & Developmental Disorders

Autism Connection of PA is hosting a virtual workshop on February 24th titled, "Introduction to Autism for Parents and Caregivers. They will explain the details about autism and how brain differences help shape personality, likes, dislikes, fears, eating, sleeping, the senses, and communication. Please come and ask your questions, meet others with similar concerns and learn what to do at home and in the community! Click here to register for the event!

"These resources were developed in collaboration with the Department of Health, Office of Developmental Programs, ASERT and HCQUs to provide information to self-advocates about the COVID-19 vaccines. The goal is to help self-advocates make informed decisions about getting the vaccine, and provide information on what to expect after receiving the vaccines."

"The Central PA Health Care Quality Unit (HCQU) has partnered with ASERT to provide this FREE valuable training. The training is designed to provide an overview of Autism and how to recognize and interact with individuals with Autism in community and emergency settings." Click here to register for the online event. All are welcome!

Join the upcoming Autism Community Meeting on Tuesday January 12th from 9:00-10:30am. The event is virtual and families are encouraged to connect with other families in the autism community, share updates, resources, have fun, and get support.

"To understand more specifically why children with autism but no intellectual disability lag behind their neurotypical peers in this area, a new study published in November pointed to two specific early and pre-reading skills as foundational to later reading comprehension abilities."

Join the online event titled "Planning and Problem Solving" hosted by PA Family Network this month on January 11th & 13th!