Upcoming Events for Children, Teens, and Families Living with ASD in the Greater Philadelphia Area

Next Steps Workshop for Families of Young Children

The Next Steps Workshop is geared toward parents of young children newly diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Topics include an overview of ASD, available therapies and treatments, intervention options, and tips for supporting children and families living with ASD. Presenters include specialists in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, speech and language development, occupational therapy, and special education law. There is also a panel discussion that includes parents and families that have experienced the next steps with their children diagnosed with ASD.

To view the presentation dates for the Next Steps Workshop for Families of Young Children, please visit the Center for Autism Research Events Page.

Next Steps into Adolescence

This workshop is for parents of a pre-adolescent or adolescent child with ASD. As children approach and enter the teen years, they must deal with physical growth spurts and hormonal changes, as well as challenging social relationships. These complicated physical and social changes are compounded by the typical difficulties associated with ASD, such as rigidity, obsessions and compulsions, and social skills deficits. Consequently, children with ASD approaching adolescence have greater transition needs than most typically developing pre-teens. Parents can benefit from understanding and knowing what they might expect as their children experience this developmental stage. The workshop will feature presentations from experts in psychology, behavior health, medicine, social work and education. There is also a panel discussion that includes parents who have adolescents diagnosed with ASD to discuss their experiences and answer questions from participants.

To view the presentation dates for the Next Steps into Adolescence workshop, please visit the Center for Autism Research Events Page.

Next Steps Workshop for Professionals

This is a workshop for professionals working with children newly diagnosed ASD. Topics include an overview of ASD, available therapies and treatments, intervention options, and tips for supporting families living with ASD. Scientists from the Center for Autism Research at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia present their research progress and findings. Other presenters include specialists in developmental and behavioral pediatrics, speech and language development, occupational therapy, and social work. There is also a panel discussion that includes parents and families of children diagnosed with ASD.

To view the presentation dates for the Next Steps Workshop for Professionals, please visit the Center for Autism Research Events Page.

Eagles Autism Challenge

The Eagles Autism Challenge event is a great way for individuals with ASD and their families to get together and enjoy a fun day filled with various activities, food, and meeting the Philadelphia Eagles!

To view the date(s) for the next Eagles Autism Challenge, please visit the Center for Autism Research Events Page.