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  • AI and assistive technology: Opportunities, limitations, and practical uses

    Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the assistive technology landscape. Join us for this workshop and explore how AI is being incorporated into tools that support reading, writing, communication, organization, access to information, and more. You'll learn about the potential benefits, current limitations, and important considerations for determining when AI may—or may not—be an appropriate solution.

    If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

  • Let’s Get Away, Together!

    Recurring

    This series is comprised of interactive sessions with each week focusing on a new place or cultural activity, while incorporating storytelling, music, poetry writing, and/or a simple craft. Each session will include a follow-up message filled with tips, activities, and recipes for families to continue to enjoy after the virtual trip. The focus of each group is to explore a new world, experience a variety of engaging opportunities, and enjoy a sense of camaraderie and community.

    Aug 4th – Let’s Celebrate the Birthday and Music of Louis Armstrong!
    Aug 11th – Let’s Explore the Philadelphia Museum of Fine Art!
    Aug 18th – Encore! – Let’s Discover More Unusual Sea Creatures!
    Aug 25th – Let’s Experience Candy Evolution Throughout History!
    Sept 1st – Let’s Discover the Excitement of Amusement Parks Around the World!
    Sept 8th – Let’s Hike Through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!
    Sept 15th – Let’s Discover Some of Nature’s Unusual Animals!
    Sept 22nd – Let’s Travel Through the Majesty of Italy’s Cathedrals!

    Free

  • Small Voices, BIG Communication: AAC for Early Learning

    Join us to learn how Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) can help young children (ages 0–5) communicate. AAC can help reduce frustration, support early language learning, and encourage social interaction. We’ll introduce simple, low-tech options as well as higher-tech apps and speech devices, introduce ways to use AAC, and share practical examples you can use at home and in early learning settings. You'll leave with age-appropriate ideas to start using AAC right away with your little ones.

    This workshop will be conducted using Zoom. After registering, you will receive an invitation to join the Zoom meeting.

  • Georgia DD Network Webinar

    Mark your calendars to join Georgia’s DD Network on Wednesday, Augst 26th at 6:00 PM for an informational webinar. This webinar will discuss the recent Department of Justice (DOJ) memorandum providing its interpretation of Olmstead v LC and EW (Lois Curtis and Elaine Wilson). The session will be led by staff from Georgia’s Developmental Disability Network. This network comprises the Center on Human Development and Disability at the University of Georgia (CHDD), the Center for Leadership in Disability at Georgia State University (CLD), the Georgia Advocacy Office (GAO), and the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD).

    Free

  • Georgia’s Home and Community-Based Waivers (NOW/COMP)

    Join us as P2P provides an overview of Georgia’s Medicaid waivers, and will explore specifically the NOW/COMP waivers. You will learn about the eligibility requirements, how to apply, the services covered, and what happens once your child/young adult’s NOW/COMP waiver is funded. You will also be provided some tips and suggestions on how Parent to Parent of Georgia can help you navigate this process.

  • Georgia Medicaid Basics and an Overview of Home and Community-Based Services

    Join us as P2P discuss Medicaid programs and services, including how to qualify for Medicaid based on a child’s disability or chronic health condition (Katie Beckett Deeming Waiver). This course will include information on EPSDT, GAPP, SOURCE, and a brief overview of CCSP, ICWP and NOW/COMP waivers.
    Contact: Amanda Brown
    Email: amandab@p2pga.org
    Phone: (678) 736-7314

    More Info: https://tinyurl.com/2zczddn7

    Free

  • Mocha Matters

    Recurring

    Join our Virtual Support Group for Families of Color, a welcoming space created to connect, support, and empower families with loved ones on the autism spectrum. This monthly gathering provides an opportunity to share experiences, build community, and access valuable resources in an inclusive and understanding environment.

    Hosted by Spectrum Autism Support Group, these virtual parent meetings take place on the fourth Wednesday of each month and feature guest speakers who offer insight and expertise on a wide range of topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    While this group is designed to uplift and reach families of color, all families are welcome to join the conversation, learn, and grow together.

  • Mocha Matters

    Recurring

    Join our Virtual Support Group for Families of Color, a welcoming space created to connect, support, and empower families with loved ones on the autism spectrum. This monthly gathering provides an opportunity to share experiences, build community, and access valuable resources in an inclusive and understanding environment.

    Hosted by Spectrum Autism Support Group, these virtual parent meetings take place on the fourth Wednesday of each month and feature guest speakers who offer insight and expertise on a wide range of topics related to Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    While this group is designed to uplift and reach families of color, all families are welcome to join the conversation, learn, and grow together.

  • Sifting Through Your Parental Rights

    Join us as P2P provides basic information about parental rights under IDEA, including confidentiality, notice, consent, surrogate parents, free and appropriate public education (FAPE), least restrictive environment (LRE), evaluations and dispute resolution methods such as mediation and due process.
    https://tinyurl.com/2h6sewhy

    Free

  • Movie Discussion Group for Adults

    Unwind in the AANE movie discussion group! This is a group for those who enjoy movies to talk about them with other Neurodivergent participants. There isn’t a specific theme or film per session, the group functions as an informal space to discuss a wide variety of your favorite (or least favorite!) movies. Both verbal and typed discussion allowed and encouraged!

    $10

  • Let’s Get Away, Together!

    Recurring

    This series is comprised of interactive sessions with each week focusing on a new place or cultural activity, while incorporating storytelling, music, poetry writing, and/or a simple craft. Each session will include a follow-up message filled with tips, activities, and recipes for families to continue to enjoy after the virtual trip. The focus of each group is to explore a new world, experience a variety of engaging opportunities, and enjoy a sense of camaraderie and community.

    Aug 4th – Let’s Celebrate the Birthday and Music of Louis Armstrong!
    Aug 11th – Let’s Explore the Philadelphia Museum of Fine Art!
    Aug 18th – Encore! – Let’s Discover More Unusual Sea Creatures!
    Aug 25th – Let’s Experience Candy Evolution Throughout History!
    Sept 1st – Let’s Discover the Excitement of Amusement Parks Around the World!
    Sept 8th – Let’s Hike Through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park!
    Sept 15th – Let’s Discover Some of Nature’s Unusual Animals!
    Sept 22nd – Let’s Travel Through the Majesty of Italy’s Cathedrals!

    Free

  • Support Group for Teens (17-19)

    AANE is offering an 6-week virtual group for Autistic and Neurodivergent teens aged 17-19. This group is designed to provide teens with a safe space to feel connected to and engage with each other while practicing their social skills in a facilitated setting. The group will be developed based on the interests and needs of the members.

    Dates

    September 1
    September 8
    September 15
    September 22
    September 29
    October 6
    October 13
    October 20

    $180