Upcoming Events
Be sure to check back often, as events are always being added.
Meetings about the new Utah Autism Medicaid Waiver – see schedule here
Social Skills Groups For Youth with Autism Spectrum and Related Disorders at the Child and Adolescent Behavioral Health Clinics (650 Komas Dr. #208, Salt Lake City, UT 84108)
SUMMER LEISURE GROUP FOR YOUTH: This is a weekly group for youth ages 8 to 13 on Wednesdays from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. from the end of May through August. Activities include building and racing boats, games that build teamwork skills, and outings. Call or email Jubel Morgan, R.N. for more information at (801) 587-3775 or jubel.morgan@hsc.utah.edu.
YOUTH GROUP: For children ages 8 to 13, this group meets on Wednesdays each week from September through May. The group runs from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Activities address a wide range of social skills that group members build through games, hands-on activities and direct instruction. Call or email Jubel Morgan, R.N. for more information at (801) 587-3775 or jubel.morgan@hsc.utah.edu.
ADOLESCENT GROUPS: These groups are aimed at adolescents ages 13 to 18 and run from September until May. For the 2012-2013 year, we will be starting an adolescent Girls’ Group to focus on topics of interest relevant to them. We will continue our Boys’ Group. Group sessions alternate weekly between age-appropriate community outings and lessons in our offices using role playing and other hands-on activities. Weekly meetings last from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. The 2012-2013 cost is currently under discussion and will be determined by early July. To obtain more information or sign up, call (801) 587-8020.
The Jordan Family Education Center is offering a second round of Confident, Successful & Independent: A Group for Young Adults with High Functioning Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome (Ages 17 thru 21) (Enrollment Limited) starting on November 1.
Located in River’s Edge School, 319 West 11000 South, South Jordan
Linda Jessie-Jones; Christine Winward Tuesdays 7:00 – 9:00 p.m
This is a class to help teenagers and young adults ages 17-21 with High Functioning Autism or Asperger’s Syndrome to transition to independence. It will focus on self-esteem, anxiety, relationships, seeking employment, college, survival skills, and career choices. To Register, call 801-565-7442.
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About the Autism Council of Utah
The Autism Council of Utah is an independent council working to foster collaboration, communication, and learning among families and agencies. Our aim is to promote access to resources and responsible information for individuals of all ages who have, or are affected by autism, or related conditions.