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  • Blending Advocacy and Support: The Power of Peer and Family-Run Organizations as Agents of Change

    Across the country, we are witnessing a troubling resurgence of calls to return to mass institutionalization—a failed and deeply harmful approach that once separated families, stripped individuals of dignity, and diverted resources away from community‑based solutions. This renewed push toward institutional care, driven by workforce shortages and gaps in effective treatment, threatens to reverse decades of progress. To address this issue and as part of our yearlong strategic vision, NFF is hosting a 5-part webinar series.

    Our third webinar "Blending Advocacy and Support: The Power of Peer and Family-Run Organizations as Agents of Change" will be held on Wednesday, July 15th at 2pm et. This webinar will capture the power of peer and family-run organizations as agents of change and how they balance their dual roles as advocates and providers.

  • Soccer on the Green

    Bobby Cartwright Park 11596 Hastings Bridge Road, Hampton, GA, United States

    Live music and entertainment, Match party, Food trucks, Fun soccer activities

  • Ft. Gordon Back to School Event

    Cyber Conference and Community Center 19th St. Bldg. 18400, Fort Gordon, GA

    As families prepare for the upcoming school year, the Ft. Gordon Back to School event provides an opportunity to connect with community resources and services that support student success. Our team will be there to meet families, share helpful information about behavior and school readiness, and provide resources that support children both at home and in the classroom.

  • Virtual RAISE Summit 2026 – Part 2 – Empowering Youth Engagement: Innovation, Tools, and Youth Voice

    RAISE Forward brings together Parent Centers, disability organizations, RSA Parent Centers (RSA-PCs), and partners to share tools, strategies, and insights that strengthen long-term impact. Featuring updates from RSA-PCs and Youth Engagement Transition Initiative (YETI) leaders, this virtual summit focuses on practical resources, emerging technologies, and collaborative approaches that support effective transition services and meaningful youth engagement. Participants will leave with actionable ideas to sustain and grow their work with clarity, resilience, and shared purpose.

  • Swift-Cantrell Splash Pad Play Date

    Swift Cantrell Park 3140 Old 41 Hwy NW, Kennesaw, GA, United States

    Join Lekotek at Swift-Cantrell Park's Splash Pad! This is a private event for Lekotek Families - closed to the public. It is free to attend, but please register! The Splash Pad is reserved from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm. Lekotek will prepare hotdogs and provide papergoods and drinks, each family should bring something to share (finger foods are preferred).

  • Heatwave Luau Summer Dance

    Rivercliff Lutheran Church 8750 Roswell Road, Building B, Sandy Springs, GA

    Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Please add your son or daughters name. If all slots are full please check back for cancellations. The $20 Ticket is non-refundable and can be paid via Zelle: info@greatprospectsinc.org. Payment must be received within 24 hours of sign up or your registration will be deleted. Please remember:

    $20

  • 10th Annual Adult Autism Symposium

    Chattanooga State Community College 4501 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN

    This event is for autistic adults, caregivers, service providers, and also for people wanting to learn more about the autistic community. All of the presentations are related to autistic adult topics. It's a great place to go to learn about the autism community, autism-related issues, find new resources, and connect with others. We welcome neurodivergent individuals as well as people who are on autism assessment waitlists and people who self-identify as neurodiverse. This event is for everyone!

  • Back to School Bash

    The Lawn @ Wheeler Park 1400 Parker Rd SE, Conyers, GA

    School supplies give-away. Lasts as long as supplies last. Kids must be present and must be students in Rockdale County.

  • Lynwood Park Splash Pad Playdate

    Lynwood Park Pool 3360 Osbourne Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA

    Join Lekotek at Lynwood Park's Splash Pad! This is a private event for Lekotek families—closed to the public. It is free to attend, but please register. The splash pad is reserved from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

  • Employment Success for Young Adults: The Secret Is Families

    Presented by Meghan Chapman, CRC, Federation for Children with Special Needs
    Explore what families partnering with career services or vocational rehabilitation counselors can look like
    Learn how including families is part of person-centered planning
    Discover ready-to-use tools and practices to prepare young adults, caregivers, and professionals to work together