Join us for this workshop to learn more about Power of Attorney, health care directives, maintaining eligibility for government benefits, Special and Supplemental Needs Trusts, and ABLE accounts. It will address the unique challenges individuals with disabilities and their families face as they begin their transition into adulthood. Presented by Roger Strege, CES(c), President of Special Needs Planners, a financial planner, and Certified Estate and Trust Specialist™. Attendance at both workshops in the series is encouraged.
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Join the Autism Hope Center for fellowship and resources. First and third Tuesday of every month.
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When a child with disabilities turns three, they make the transition from early intervention to preschool and special education. This workshop will explain the difference between early intervention services and preschool special education services and provide helpful tips for making this change.
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Join us to learn how to take the lead in your child's educational journey by knowing who is on your child's evaluation team, developing effective communication skills, exploring placement options, and planning for transitions.
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Join us for an online Parent Support Group. Lekotek is a safe place to come and share, listen, and build relationships that will help you through this journey and celebrate your child's unique differences. Be sure to Register so we can send you the zoom link! |
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With recent issues surrounding myths and misconceptions of ABA, it is timely to find ways to develop partnerships with the neurodiverse community. This workshop highlights areas of research from within and outside of behavior analysis to help foster a community where multiple voices are heard. Additionally, as a field of behavior analysis, we need to use our science to provide a contingency analytic framework for fostering belonging. This workshop introduces a comprehensive framework to engage with and support autistic individuals and communities effectively. Participants will gain access to tools for conducting person-centered assessments, setting individualized goals, and implementing strength-based interventions to foster genuine community, social connection, and a sense of belonging among autistic populations. Strategies for promoting social inclusion and belonging will be presented, focusing on achieving genuine assent, tailoring interventions, and fostering collaborative approaches with families and communities. The tools and strategies discussed will be framed within a compassionate approach to clinical practice and will prioritize inclusive practices for all individuals within the autistic population.
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School Discipline & Disability: What Parents Need to Know Is your child facing suspension or expulsion? Don’t navigate it alone. Join attorney Jean Estes, Esq. for a parent-friendly webinar on Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) — the process that protects students with disabilities. Learn when MDR happens, what it means, and how to advocate for your child with confidence. Contact: Amanda Brown More Info: https://tinyurl.com/yc5vw94s
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Join us to learn how to take the lead in your child's educational journey by knowing who is on your child's educational team, developing effective communication skills, exploring placement options, and planning for transitions.
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Parents often wonder how to motivate their Autistic teens, particularly how much to push them and how much to let their teens take the lead. This 90-minute workshop with time for Q&A will cover common challenges and support strategies. Parents of children and teens, clinicians, and educators are welcome to attend. Topics include:
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Most families do not think about this planning until it's too late! We always want to encourage and lift up families in new and different ways, thanks to Nick's workshops, you can begin planning a solid foundation for yourselves and the people you love! |
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This workshop is designed specifically for parents and advocates of young adults transitioning to adulthood, by offering practical guidance on decision-making for high school, graduation, work, and further education. Parents will learn how a clear vision and high expectations can guide and ground their child’s transition to adulthood, especially when navigating challenges faced by young people with disabilities. Presenter: More Info: https://tinyurl.com/29sdb8ff |
1 event,Monthly support group meeting for parents of adults with autism over the age of 18 who are out of high school. Social Support group is offered for adults out of high school with higher ability level or Asperger's. No childcare is offered.
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Join the Autism Hope Center for fellowship and resources. First and third Tuesday of every month.
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Description Description AANE support groups provide an opportunity for parents and family caregivers to voice their concerns and frustrations and celebrate hard-won and unexpected victories. Although each group will focus on different themes and questions, here are some of the most common ones: Now that your child is an adult, how do you support and/or parent without power?
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This group meets one Sunday a month and is for parents, family members, and friends of Autistic individuals. Guest speakers are hosted every other month.
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Presented by parent-child team Ilia and Ryan Walsh, this session offers a comprehensive exploration into the dynamics of parenting adult neurodivergent individuals. Drawing from their own experiences, they will provide practical strategies for establishing a collaborative relationship between parents and their adult neurodivergent children. The focus will be on mutual understanding, respect, and the empowerment of neurodivergent adults, with an emphasis on recognizing and leveraging their unique strengths.
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The Supporting Families Best Practice Series will introduce and elevate best practices related to supporting families. The series will be held quarterly in collaboration with the National Community of Practice for Supporting Families. Each session will feature a panel of individuals or entities who will address key recommendations from the National Agenda through their lens of grassroots advocacy, “practice level” implementation, state service systems, federal policies, and research.
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Join the Autism Hope Center for fellowship and resources. First and third Tuesday of every month.
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Description Description AANE support groups provide an opportunity for parents and family caregivers to voice their concerns and frustrations and celebrate hard-won and unexpected victories. Although each group will focus on different themes and questions, here are some of the most common ones: Now that your child is an adult, how do you support and/or parent without power?
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Spectrum hosts monthly parent meetings the first and second Thursday of each month featuring guest speakers who share their knowledge and expertise regarding a variety of topics related to the Autism Spectrum Disorder. First Thursday of the month meetings are offered Sept-May for parents of school age children. Breakout sessions are also offered for Dads, parents of preschoolers, and in Spanish only. Social Skills programs are offered at the same time for children ages 5-22. Childcare is offered for those under 5. Second Thursday of the month meetings are for parents of adults out of high school and for adults on the spectrum. |
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