Family Support Group for the month of August 2026

Date: 8 August 2026, Saturday

Time: 10:00 AM

Register here to get the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/3S7rdVC

Registration deadline: 7 August 2026, Friday at 12noon

The Autism Society Philippines’ Family Support Group sessions bring together parents, siblings, and other family members to share their journey of living with autism. Participants exchange experiences, drawing strength and insight from others facing similar challenges.

The Autism Society Philippines, together with this month’s host, ASP Antipolo, welcomes both members and non-members united by the shared experience of autism. Our goal is to educate, empower, and inspire as we work towards building an Autism-OK Philippines.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

If you have not received your Zoom credentials by 1:00 PM on 7 August 2026 (Friday), please email us at autismphils@gmail.com. Please do not share your Zoom link. Only one device per registered name will be accepted.

Our Moderators:

Anna Dame M. Barbosa is a dedicated advocate who served as an ASP National Trustee. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Colegio de San Juan de Letran and has professional experience in customer support across both private companies and government agencies. Currently, Anna Dame serves as the ASP AUdventure Program Manager and is also a co-host of ASP PweDay, actively contributing to the organization's advocacy and outreach efforts.

Bernadette Tabares is a mother of three young adults one of which is Sean who is on the spectrum, previous ASP National trustee and now current officer of ASP Antipolo chapter, loves to cook and bake.

As an active advocate, she empowers others through service and leadership. She is also a driven online reseller and affiliate, balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood and community work. A true example of strength, purpose, and heart.

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2026 ASP AUmazing Voices Live AUditions

Last year, 8 ASP singers on the spectrum embarked on a musical journey through the generosity of our sponsors and RMA Studio Academy. 

Here's a glimpse of their experience: video links: 

https://www.facebook.com/reel/1486774799043984

https://bit.ly/4vpFpXw

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1ERMH45kso/

More photos here: 

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17y1UQjqcG/

We're thrilled to share that this opportunity is back!

Thanks to Mr & Mrs Brad Geiser, ASP will once again provide sponsored voice lessons for selected participants, who will also have the opportunity to perform in the RMA Concert on November 5, 2026.

To select this year's scholars, ASP and RMA Studio Academy will hold a LIVE audition on August 8, 2PM at the ASP Headquarters (map).

Who may audition?

Applicants must:

• Be an individual on the autism spectrum; 
• Be an active regular member of ASP, either as an individual member or as the child of an active regular member; 
• Associate members and non-members are welcome to apply and may become regular ASP members through http://bit.ly/asp-join before the audition; 
• Be able to sing and participate in a live performance; and 
• Be able to attend the required lessons, concert rehearsals, and November 5 concert should they be selected.

If you/your child would like to be considered for this year's sponsored learning sessions, please submit your application through this Jotform: https://form.jotform.com/261888341999479

Deadline for submission: 24 July 2026.

What to expect if selected

To make the most of this wonderful opportunity, selected participants are expected to:

• Attend the required weekly voice lessons from August to November 2026  at Mind & Body Hall, KMC Solutions, 12th Floor, Four NEO Building, 4th Avenue, Bonifacio Global City;
• Attend the required technical rehearsals in preparation for the RMA Concert;
• Perform in the November 5 RMA Concert, subject to the participant's readiness and completion of program requirements.

Please note:

• The sponsorship covers RMA tuition fees only.
• Transportation, meals, costumes, and other personal expenses will be the responsibility of the participant and/or family.
• Participation in the RMA learning sessions does not automatically guarantee participation in ASP Angels Walk for Autism performances, as these have separate selection processes.
• The sponsorship represents a significant investment. The scholars are requested to coordinate with ASP before accepting performance invitations from organizations outside ASP within one year of the grant. School activities and ASP chapter events are, of course, always welcome.

We look forward to discovering new voices, celebrating unique talents, and giving more ASP performers the opportunity to shine!

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ASP FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP FOR JULY 2026

Date: 04 July 2026, Saturday

Time: 10:00 AM

Register here to get the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/4aPUgmE

Registration deadline: 03 July 2026, Friday at 12 noon

The Autism Society Philippines’ Family Support Group sessions bring together parents, siblings, and other family members to share their journey of living with autism. Participants exchange experiences, drawing strength and insight from others facing similar challenges.

The Autism Society Philippines, together with this month’s host, ASP Iloilo, welcomes both members and non-members united by the shared experience of autism. Our goal is to educate, empower, and inspire as we work towards building an Autism-OK Philippines.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

If you have not received your Zoom credentials by 1:00 PM on 03 July 2026 (Friday), please email us at autismphils@gmail.com. Please do not share your Zoom link. Only one device per registered name will be accepted.

Our Moderators:

Maria Joyla Ofrecia empowers families in the care and instruction of children and youth on the autism spectrum, as a valuable resource to the ASP Early Detection and Early Intervention Program, ASP Education Committee, and the ASP HOMEpowerment Program.

Her eldest is Juris, a young man on the autism spectrum. She has been a hands-on mother and for almost 16 years, has been implementing home intervention programs along with other center-based interventions not just for her own son but also for other children on the spectrum.

Kathryn Suresca is a widowed mother, pharmacy entrepreneur, and a passionate autism advocate. Her experiences raising a child on the autism spectrum have inspired her commitment to supporting families navigating similar journeys. As  ASP Iloilo chapter president, she works to promote awareness, inclusion, acceptance and meaningful support for the autism community.

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Autism Society Philippines HOMEpowerment Program 2026 Batch 2

Napakaraming impormasyon, paraan ng pagtuturo na makukuha sa internet at sa mga seminar tungkol sa autismo. Ngunit kadalasan, nakakalula at hindi natin ito magawa sa ating mga tahanan.

Kaya’t ang Autism Society Philippines ay muling maglulunsad ng Homepowerment Program – na hindi lamang magbibigay ng kaalaman sa mga epektibong paraan ng pagtuturo sa ating mga anak sa bahay, magbibigay din ng indibidwal na gabay sa magulang at tagapag-alaga kung paano ito i-akma sa sarili nilang anak.

Layunin ng ASP Homepowerment Program ang mabigyan ng kakayahan ang mga pamilya, lalo na yung walang access sa regular na therapy na gumawa ng kaukulang intervention ang anak sa bahay.

Ang Homepowerment Program ay nagbibigay ng:

● training para sa mga magulang at taga pag-alaga ng mga batang may ASD

● libreng Occupational at Speech and Language assessment at Home Program sa mga kwalipikadong pamilya

● gabay (individualized parent mentoring) sa pagpapatupad ng Home Program.

Ang mga Training, mentoring at therapy ay gagawin online.

Sino ang mga maaaring sumali sa Homepowerment Program?

Lahat ng regular na miyembro ng ASP ay maaaring sumali sa online trainings at workshops.

Kinakailangang may malakas na signal ng internet sa lugar nila. Maaaring magpahiram ang ASP ng prepaid modem sa mga piling pamilya na walang postpaid internet sa bahay.

Para sa libreng OT at ST assessment at Home Program, maaaring sumali:

● mga anak ng regular members ng ASP na may diagnosis ng ASD

● bibigyan ng prayoridad ang mga batang 8-gulang pababa (as of July 2026)

● ang mga magulang ay nakadalo sa lahat ng training sessions at nagawa ang mga assignment sa workshop.

Para mag-apply sa Homepowerment Program, sundan ang link na ito at ibigay ang mga hinihinging impormasyon. Hintayin ang email o’ mensahe mula sa ASP.

Madalas tanungin:

Sino ang maaaring sumali sa mga training workshops?

Ang training workshops ay bukas sa lahat ng regular na miyembro ng ASP anumang edad ng kanilang anak may autismo. Bagamat nakatuon ang training modules sa early intervention programs, maaaring makatulong pa rin sa lahat ng edad ang mga stratehiyang tatalakayin.

Ang mga dumalo sa mga training ay bibigyan ng pagkakataong magtanong at makatuklas ng nauukol na estratehiya na makakatulong tugonan ang ilang pangangailangan ng kanilang anak.

Kung nais lumahok sa training ay mag-register dito (https://form.jotform.com/202191473333449) para mabigyan ng schedule at link sa training. Ang registration period ay mula June 15 - July 31, 2026 lamang.

Ilan at kailan ginagawa ang mga training?

May hindi kukulangin sa 10 modules ang training-workshops. Ang live training sessions ay tuwing Sabado mula alas-5 ng hapon hanggang 7 ng gabi. Ngunit maaaring panoorin ang recorded sessions sa website ng ASP sa ibang oras at araw.

Ilan ang libreng therapy sessions na ibibigay ng Homepowerment?

Bawat mapiling benepisaryo ng libreng therapy ay magkakaroon ng 1 o dalawang assessment session, 6 na session ng Occupational Therapy at 6 na session ng Speech therapy. Sa huling session gaganapin ang Case Team Conference kung saan pag-uusapan ang Home Program.

Ang pinakalayunin ng therapy sessions ay:

● matukoy ng therapist ang kakayanan at pangangailangan ng bata

● matukoy ang pangunahing pangangailangan ng bata

● pinakamabisang paraan ng pagturo sa bata

● turuan ang mga magulang kung paano ipatupad ang mga activities sa bahay

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Family Support Group for the month of June 2026

Date: 06 June 2026, Saturday

Time: 10:00 AM

Register here to get the Zoom link: https://bit.ly/4o3mjoc

Registration deadline: 05 June 2026, Friday at 12noon

The Autism Society Philippines’ Family Support Group sessions bring together parents, siblings, and other family members to share their journey of living with autism. Participants exchange experiences, drawing strength and insight from others facing similar challenges.

The Autism Society Philippines, together with this month’s host, ASP Santa Maria, welcomes both members and non-members united by the shared experience of autism. Our goal is to educate, empower, and inspire as we work towards building an Autism-OK Philippines.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

If you have not received your Zoom credentials by 1:00 PM on 05 June 2026 (Friday), please email us at autismphils@gmail.com. Please do not share your Zoom link. Only one device per registered name will be accepted.

Our Moderators:

Perlita So is currently an ASP National Trustee and the North Luzon Cluster Head. Mom to four children, two of whom are on the autism spectrum. Peng nurtures well-rounded skills, holistic well-being, and social connection of children and youth on the autism spectrum, as well as grows our circle of diverse volunteers and corporate partners -- as the Program Manager of ASP PweDay.

Dimple De Silva-Perez  is a mother of two, including an 8-year-old son on the autism spectrum. She is a former supply chain professional, currently working as a financial advisor and planner, and is also pursuing a career in education.

As a devoted wife and mother, she values strong family relationships and believes in creating a supportive and nurturing environment where children can grow and thrive. She is an advocate for children on the autism spectrum, ADHD, and intellectual disabilities, using her experiences to promote awareness, understanding, and acceptance.

As part of her advocacy, she is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Special Needs Education to better serve the persons with disabilities (PWD) community.

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