Autism Toolkit of Georgia
Autism Toolkit of Georgia
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This is our support group for Autistic people of color (18+). These spaces are peer-led and provide an opportunity for participants to explore how their multiple identities show up and address their specific needs, by sharing experiences and offering support to one another. We are running these meetings through the winter and then will determine the next steps for future programming based on interest and feedback.
10/6/26: Easterseals Port Health, World Cerebral Palsy Day! - Easterseals PORT Health (ESPH) is honored to share how our programs and services support children, adults and families with cerebral palsy and other developmental disabilities.
As an affiliate of United Cerebral Palsy (UCP), ESPH is committed to promoting independence, inclusion and opportunities for individuals with cerebral palsy and developmental disabilities to live, learn, work and thrive in their communities. Presented by Holly Connor, Family Navigator Supervisor ICS
10/13/26: Progress Notes - Ever get a progress note and wonder, “Okay… but what does this actually tell me?” Please join us as we discuss what to look for in progress notes and how data can help you better understand your child’s progress toward their IEP goals. Presented by Anastacia Newton, Parent Educator
10/20/26: Virtual IEP Meetings - Virtual IEP meetings are occurring more and more frequently. In this webinar, we will explore how to navigate virtual meetings while still maintaining communication and collaboration. Join us for some tips and tricks as well as supporting resources. Presented by Anastacia Newton, Parent Educator
10/27/26: Artificial Intelligence - Presented by Anne Johnston, Parent Educator
Each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), celebrates the contributions, skills, and talents of people with disabilities in America’s workforce. In recognition of this year’s theme, “Celebrating Value and Talent,” join DETAC for a webinar exploring how customized employment can connect job seekers’ strengths with real business needs.
Customized employment starts with a simple idea: understand a job seeker’s interests and strengths, identify what a business needs, and bring the two together. This webinar will highlight practical techniques for bridging the two to create customized jobs. Participants will learn how Lean strategies, which are process improvement techniques that increase efficiency and reduce waste, promote sustainable employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities and businesses. Participants will also hear directly from employers about their firsthand experiences on what worked, lessons learned, and the value customized employment has brought to their organizations.
This multi-session support group is for women and femme people (18-35) who are on the autism spectrum. Through this a multi-session support group, members can build an ongoing connection with a small community. AANE multi-session support groups give members an opportunity to celebrate successes and support each other through difficulties. Common topics of discussion are:
– Masking/camouflaging
– Sensory sensitivities/overloads
– Relationships
– Self-care
*Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
Dates
October 13
October 20
October 27
November 3
November 10
November 17
December 1
December 8
In a world that expects social connection, FAST's new SPARK Groups aim to help tweens, older teens & young adults on the autism spectrum gain confidence, build friendships, and experience community all while preparing for real-life success. From navigating relationships to handling interviews or dating, SPARK is your place to grow!
These meetings, led by licensed speech and language pathologists, offer a safe, supportive space to build real-world social and communication skills. Whether it’s navigating group conversations, managing emotions, or preparing for work/college environments, SPARK groups help empower individuals on the autism spectrum to connect with confidence. Topics and speaking points will vary for each meeting, ranging from everyday hang outs to preparing for adult responsibilities.
First Place Global invites you to attend Dimensions® 2026. At this conference, people will learn, share ideas, and work together to create better opportunities for people with autism and intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD). Sessions will focus on important topics like housing, health care, jobs, and education. Participants will explore ways to remove barriers so people with disabilities can live meaningful, independent lives. Over three days, attendees will connect with others, learn from experts, and leave with ideas they can use to create positive change in their communities.
Look at this!! We have only 5 slots left for our Fall Break Camp!!!! Save your space today!!
Social difficulties in autism are well-documented, but the visual and neural mechanisms driving them remain poorly understood. Eye-tracking and EEG have been particularly valuable measurement modalities for understanding social perception in autism. This talk presents novel approaches to analyzing eye-tracking and EEG data that have strong potential to advance our understanding of social perception in autism. These methods can provide intermediate mechanisms for behavioral change over time and may improve sensitivity to intervention-related change. Looking ahead, ongoing efforts to extend these modalities into real-world social contexts are discussed, bringing laboratory-based measures closer to the lived experience of autistic individuals.
In this webinar, participants will explore the Continuum of Engagement—from informing and consulting through involving, collaborating, and co-creating—and see how the flow of information and the distribution sharing of decision-making power shape partnership at the individual, community, and systems levels. Using the Water of Systems Change as a lens, the webinar examines the mental-model, relational, and structural shifts required to move toward richer partnerships with families to transform systems of care.
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.
Contact: Amanda Brown
Email: amandab@p2pga.org
Phone: (678) 736-7314
More Info: https://tinyurl.com/3ma228r4
ALIVE & THRIVE is a two part online workshop and research opportunity for LGBTQIA+ Autistic adults. One part is an 8 week curriculum based workshop and the other part is an 8 week support group experience. (Participation in the research is optional). There is a three month break between the parts. Registration includes both parts (16 weeks.)
ALIVE & THRIVE is rooted in a neurodiversity embracing perspective and is facilitated by an autistic adult and a non-autistic adult who work together. The curriculum provides education about the science of LGBTQIA+ mental health, community building, and more. Topics of discussion will include:
-Creating Goals
-Science of minority stress
-Countering shame and guilt
-Meaning and purpose
-Building self-compassion
-Positive coping in today’s world
-Science of pride and affirmation
-Holistic self-care
-Managing rejection expectations
-Healthy relationships and boundaries
-Building a future worth living for
ALIVE & THRIVE offers a safe and affirming envirnoment for Autistic adults to talk with like minded people, share issues and concerns and celebrate successes It also provides opportunities for participants to build ongoing connections with a small LGBTQIA+ community’
Facilitators will schedule and introductory meeting with each registrant to confirm participation in the workshop.
Registrants may choose to participate in a paid research study to evaluate if ALIVE & THRIVE is helpful.
*Please note that these meetings will not be recorded.
Dates
October 14
October 21
October 28
November 4
November 11
November 18
December 2
December 9
March 17
March 24
March 31
April 7
April 14
April 28
May 5
May 12
Este taller brinda a familias y estudiantes con discapacidades una guía clara sobre el proceso de Transición a la Vida Adulta desde el sistema escolar. Exploraremos cómo el IEP debe incluir metas de transición a partir de los 14 o 16 años (según el estado), enfocándonos en educación postsecundaria, empleo y vida independiente. También discutiremos recursos disponibles en la comunidad y cómo preparar un plan realista para el futuro. El objetivo es que los estudiantes y sus familias estén mejor preparados para tomar decisiones informadas y alcanzar sus metas de vida adulta.
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