Autism Society of the Bluegrass

The Autism Society of the Bluegrass is a resource and support group for families and professionals in the Central Kentucky area who are involved with autism. We are a chapter of the Autism Society of America and a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization. We provide education as well as scholarships for our members to obtain continuing autism-related education.

July 28

Rachel Holt, RD.

“Parental perceptions of nutritional status in children with autism”

Does autism affect your child’s nutritional status? Fifty (50) parents of children with autism responded to a survey about the adequacy of their children’s nutritional status. They report confidence in their nutritional knowledge, yet admit to concern about the nutritional status of their children.

Come Listen to the results of this research! Bring your questions about feeding your child with autism.

Rachel has completed the Master of Science program in Hospitality and Dietetic Administration at the University of Kentucky. She is a registered dietitian and conducts research on nutrition and children with autism.

Thanks to all of our members and supporters who attended our biggest fundraiser ever held at Keeneland on Saturday July 12th, 2008. A special thanks to Tiffany Riddle who led the charge to present an outstanding and successful awareness and fund raising event.

ASBG meets on the very last Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Our meetings last approximately 2 hours. The meeting location is St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 2025 Bellefonte Dr, Lexington, KY. All are welcome. Free, experienced childcare is provided.

ASBG does not meet in May and November due to holidays. Our December meeting is an open-topic potluck on the first Monday.

Yearly membership dues (to cover postage, printing, office supplies, long distance phone calls, and the costs of holding our meetings) are $12.00. All donations are tax-deductible. Our membership year runs from January 1 - December 31.

ASBG_Membership.pdf (61 KB)

ASBG members are encouraged to join the national chapter (Autism Society of America-ASA). ASA membership includes a one-year subscription to the Advocate, a quarterly magazine, and voting rights in ASA elections.