Employment Changes in 2026

Here is a video recording of the following program.

At the upcoming AASCENJob Club meeting on October 4 via Zoom, the three Job Club facilitators, Dan Middleton, Michael Bernick and Keith Halperin, will discuss the coming changes in 2026, in neurodiversity employment programs and strategies. Michael will address the employment changes with Regional Center programs and DOR programs. Dan will address the emerging online search tools for the neurodivergent community, and the upcoming job fairs and employer events. Keith will discuss the current activities of the weekly job club and plans for moving forward. 

The Zoom link to this presentation will be emailed as the date approaches
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 As usual, autistic adults will share their perspectives throughout the program.

Who: Adults on the spectrum, family, professionals and friends all welcome!

When: Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Where: Online via Zoom, Link will be emailed as the date approaches.

AASCEND Picnic Sept 20!

We had a grand time in beautiful sunny weather. Thank you to all who attended, and see you all at next year’s picnic!

AASCEND‘s annual potluck picnic in the Park is coming up on September 20. All are welcome for an afternoon of informal socializing and games with our community. This year’s picnic will be held from noon to 3:30 at tables 7 – 9 in Hellman Hollow in Golden Gate Park. We will have food and drink, but bring something to share if you can. No RSVP is necessary. Set-up begins at 11:30 AM.

AASCEND Picnic 2014

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We look forward to seeing you—it’s always a lot of fun!

Who: Adults on the spectrum, family, professionals and friends all welcome!
When: Sep 20, noon – 3:30pm, setup at 11:30am
Where: Hellman Hollow, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco map