The Autism Society of Edmonton Area (ASEA) helps families and communities embrace and support people on the autism spectrum throughout their lives.
The Alberta Disabilities Forum (ADF) Mental Health Working Group is researching mental health issues from a cross-disability perspective. A survey has been developed to gather information on the experiences and concerns of people with disabilities regarding barriers to mental health services and treatments in the province. The results of the survey will be used in our vision paper, which will address the challenges of attaining mental health well-being for Albertans with various disabilities, and what they face through different stages of their life spans.
Celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities
When
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013
10:00am - 2:00pm, Lunch included
Where
Ramada Inn, 11834 Kingsway Avenue
Free Admission & Parking
Why
In Edmonton we are proud to bring together the many individuals, organizations and governments associated with persons with disabilities for one day of celebrating arts and theatre within Edmonton.
Coming soon to a town near you!
December 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. On this day, communities across Alberta host fun and informative local events to celebrate people with disabilities and the value of building communities that are accessible and inclusive for all.
This year, 11 communities in Alberta are hosting events between November 29 and December 3 to celebrate this important day. Check Alberta Human Services' events calendar to find a celebration near you.
At the Edmonton and Calgary events, the Premier’s Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities Awards will also be presented to Albertans who have worked hard to promote the full inclusion of people with disabilities in our schools, workplaces, and communities.
Find information at your fingertips – when you need it – on topics like:
ASEA’s Resource Centre – Providing families and communities with the most current information and supports on matters related to Autism Spectrum Disorders
On June 1st, 2014, ASEA will be holding the next Cycle for Autism at its original location in Gold Bar Park! This year’s event was such an incredible success. We can’t wait for how much fun next year will be!
ASEA is now looking for volunteers to join the planning committee for the 2014 Cycle for Autism. Do you have any experience with planning events? Maybe you have a passion for motivating other people or connecting with sponsors? We would love to hear from you!
Come meet new people, develop your professional skills, and know you are helping to make life better for people with autism spectrum disorders.
Duties of committee members will include things like: planning details such as food and entertainment, promoting sponsorship of the event, and recruiting volunteers for the day of the Cycle. Planning for the Cycle for Autism will begin in early 2014. Interested applicants will need to be available to meet between January 1st and June 1st (with meeting dates to be determined by the committee).
To learn more, please email Jade Nesvold at jadenesvold@autismedmonton.org.
