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August 2020- Back to School: “The New Normal,” IEP Resources, Public Policy, and Advocacy

Back to School: “The New Normal,” IEP Resources, Public Policy, and Advocacy – August 2020 Toolkit This August, the Autism Society of America and the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans are dedicated to providing the autism community with the valuable resources necessary for the ever-changing landscape of back to school during COVID-19. Our goal is to provide resources to help autistic individuals and families as they navigate the “New Normal” of education during the COVID-19 crisis this summer. Below…

ASGNO Launches New Programs in Response to COVID-19

The Autism Society of Greater New Orleans is dedicated to improving the lives of all affected by autism. To further this mission during the global crisis brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, ASGNO is offering a variety of virtual programs and resources aimed to decrease feelings of isolation, boredom, and stress for the families in our area. We are working diligently to expand what we are able to offer during this time, so check back frequently! Click here to see…

National Autism Awareness Month #CelebrateDifferences

The Autism Society works everyday to measurably improve the quality of life for individuals and families affected by autism. For National Autism Awareness Month, we aim to spread awareness, promote acceptance, and ignite change. Take the Pledge today to raise $50 this month to support our programs! We need YOUR help to get our message out there! Spread Awareness Share our posts and infographics on social media as we post them throughout the month Share information about the Autism Society…

Autism Prevalence Rate Increase

The CDC has published their Biennial Autism Prevalence Report and has yet again increased the prevalence rate from 1 in 59 to 1 in 54 children diagnosed with ASD each year. It is still unclear if the increase is due to an increased risk of developing ASD, or if it is due to an increase in awareness and diagnosis. Learn more in this article by the Autism Society of America. Regardless of the reasons underlying the consistent increase in autism…

Sensory Sensitive Breakfast with Santa

Join us on Sunday, December 15 from 9am – 11am for a Sensory Sensitive Breakfast with Santa experience at the beautiful English Turn Golf Course! There is a limited number of tickets available and the deadline for ticket sales is Sunday, December 8 so buy your tickets now before time (or availability) runs out! The cost to attend is $20 per person (Under 3 is free). Siblings are also encouraged to attend and will be included in the gift-giving. Learn…

Spirit Nights at Chick-Fil-A Harvey

Join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month at Chick-fil-A Harvey at 1128 Manhattan Blvd. in Harvey, LA between 4:00 PM and 9:00 PM. Let them know when you place your order (in-store or in the drive thru) that you are with the Autism Society and we’ll get a percentage of your sale donated directly to us!

National Autism Awareness Month #Celebrate Differences

If you believe like we do that celebrating differences is great then help support the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans. When you get involved, you can make a difference in the lives of those living with autism. Here’s how you can get involved: SHARE Stay in the Know Sign up to receive the latest information and resources through our e-newsletter. Follow The Autism Society of Greater New Orleans on Facebook Twitter Instagram- @autism_nola Talk to your Loved Ones Start…

Adaptive Swim Lesson Guide for GNO Area!

Having the skills and ability to swim is both fun AND important for safety! Many conventional swim lesson programs are not appropriate for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. ASGNO has compiled a list of all of the adaptive swim lesson programs suitable for individuals on the Autism Spectrum in the GNO area. CLICK HERE to see the list! If you have any questions,comments,concerns, or a program to add to this list please email us at info@asgno.org!

Family Game Night in New Orleans and Slidell!

The Autism Society of Greater New Orleans is excited to announce two Family Game Night locations; one in Slidell and another in New Orleans! Family Game Night is an opportunity for children on the spectrum and their siblings to not only have fun but to learn while they are having fun. It is also an opportunity for parents to mingle and network with other parents. There will be an assortment of games with varying levels of physical activity, e.g., board…

Amazon Smile

Do you shop on Amazon.com? If so, Amazon will donate 0.5% of the price of all eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans when you shop at AmazonSmile. Just go to smile.amazon.com or click the banner below and simply log into your Amazon account. Then shop AND support the Autism Society of Greater New Orleans at the same time! About Amazon Smile. AmazonSmile is a website operated by Amazon that lets customers enjoy the same wide…