Executive Functioning

Virtual

Join us as Jen Martinous of our TechACCESS program discusses how assistive technology tools can be used to support executive functioning.  Executive functioning defines skills required for everyday life like working memory, flexibility, problem solving, time management and organization.  This workshop will explore a variety of tools, apps, strategies, and resources to aid in such…

Lunch and Learn Overview of the Center

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

Join us for an overview of the Resource Center and how we can assist. Presented by Deb Henderson, Autism Waiver Supervisor

Woman’s Focus Group

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

Are you a woman on the spectrum who would like to meet other women with Autism? Then Connect with other women to discuss interests and the possibility of forming a monthly group for woman to talk about topics and do activities of common interests that are decided upon and planned by the group.  

Adults: Bowling & Pizza

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

Join us for candlepin bowling and pizza at the Hopedale Community House which is always a good time. Fee: $3.00 which will be collected at the event.

Cancelled – Spring DIY

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

Canceled due to lack of registrants.

Virtual

Autism Parent Focus Group Join us for a discussion regarding the challenges you experienced scheduling an autism evaluation for your child.

Digital Art Focus Group

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

Are you one of our many members who enjoys drawing digitally? Then come and meet Erin McWalters. Erin is one of our adult members who sells her art work on Esty. Join Erin to discuss your interest in digital art as well as the different programs the group uses to create drawings. Show your art work to the other participants if you would like to. Participants will also discuss if there is interest in pursuing more activities and learning opportunities for those who enjoy drawing digitally

Recurring

STEM Robotics Camp Ages 12 and up April 18-22, 2022

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

Join Cid for a 4 day Robotics Camp for teens and young adults. Camp will run April 18-22, 2022 from 2:30- 4:30pm on Zoom. Thanks to a grant from St Gobain, we will be working with Engino Discovering STEM Structures: Buildings & Bridges, and Mechanics: Cams & Cranks. This camp will be held virtually. We are…

Recurring

Writers Group

Virtual Writer's Group with Albert Jersey, First Thursday of the Month,  6:30 - 7:30 PM
Are you one of our many members who enjoys writing or journaling? Then come and meet Albert Jersey and other adults who like to write. Discuss your interest in writing. Also, you can share what you have written or just listen to what other group members share what they have written.

Great Stories Tour & Pizza

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

Dungeons and Dragons, Magic the Gathering, Comic Books, Table Top Board Games, Painting Miniatures. Do you enjoy doing any of these things or would you like to learn how to do any of these things?  Then join us for a tour of Great Stories which has moved to Whitinsville and is bigger and better than ever. Learn about what they offer such as Game Nights, Tournaments and more. This is more than just a store, it is a welcoming and friendly community of staff as well as customers. Meet others who also enjoy these activities. We will then walk to New England Pizza for dinner.  Fee: $3.00 - Includes dinner at New England Pizza

Recurring

Cooking Skills Course Ages 16+

Autism Resource Central 712 Plantation St.,, Worcester, MA, United States

This is a 6- week course for participants to develop new or improved basic cooking skills, obtaining a greater sense of  independence, self-efficiency, and confidence in the following areas:
Basic cooking and meal preparation / Knowledge of healthy eating, nutrition, and food selection / Developing food budgets, grocery lists, shopping with Instacart / Food safety, storage, and sanitary procedures.