The week's events
- 9th Annual Run Wild for Autism 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk
9th Annual Run Wild for Autism 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run & WalkJoin us at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore for the 9th Annual Run Wild for Autism! Choose between a 5K and a 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk. All registrations include access to the post-race celebration with refreshments, animal ambassadors, music, children’s activities, autism information, awards, and FREE admission to the Zoo!
Visit the link below for more details and to register.
Location
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
1 Safari Pl
Baltimore, MD 21217EVENT SCHEDULE
7:00-8:00am: Registration (outside Main Gate)
8:30am: Race
9:00-11:00am: Post-Race Activities at Waterfowl Pavilion
Zoo Gates Open at 10:00am
Contact Name : pathfinders
Contact Email : emetelski@pathfindersforautism.org
Walking Discovery--Fall '19 Events–
Walking Discovery--Fall '19 EventsR-House
Social Hour - Wyman Park Clean up - Finish Crafting ExerciseCost: $200.00 for 4 week session or $60.00 for drop-ins
More Information: walkingdiscoveryinfo@gmail.com or 443-812-0942
Contact Name : Walking Discovery
Contact Email : walkingdiscoveryinfo@gmail.com
- New to Special Education (or do you need a refresher?)
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New to Special Education (or do you need a refresher?)Feeling lost in the special education world? Join PRC for an informal discussion on the information you need to help understand the many forms and acronyms that you have been seeing. What is an IEP? What does 5 days, 60 days, 90 days mean to me? What is a good goal for my child?
Come in with any papers or forms you have questions about. We are here to help you help your child.
Contact Name : PRC
Contact Email : prc@ccps.org
Teen & Adult Online Peers Social Skills Group & Parent Consultation.–
Teen & Adult Online Peers Social Skills Group & Parent Consultation.We are offering two Online Social Skills Groups this fall.
Our Teen/Adult Group is geared for individuals between the ages of 15-21 years. The group is taught by a licensed BCBA and we utilize the PEERS ® Curriculum to teach and practice a variety of social skills. Each week consists of a Social Group meeting for the participants to learn and practice skills followed by a parent meeting to learn the next week’s lessons and how to support their child. All meetings take place through our HIPAA compliant video-conferencing software, Zoom.
Teen/Adult Group: Meetings every Monday from 5-7pm from September 16th to October 28th via Zoom
If you have any questions or would like more information about our services and our models of treatment, please contact Meredith Kimener at 703.635.6846 or mkimener@autismspectrumalliance.com.
Contact Name : Meredith Kimener
Contact Email : mkimener@autismspectrumalliance.com
- Sensory Friendly Stories and Fun (ages 3-5 with Adult)
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Sensory Friendly Stories and Fun (ages 3-5 with Adult)Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Registration required.
Contact Name : Cari Gast
Contact Email : cari.gast@hclibrary.org
Location:
Howard County Library System / Elkridge Branch
6540 Washington Blvd
Elkridge, MD 21075Sensory Friendly Stories & Fun (ages 3-5 with adult)–
Sensory Friendly Stories & Fun (ages 3-5 with adult)Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Registration required.
Contact Name : Cari Gast
Contact Email : cari.gast@hclibrary.org
Location:
Howard County Library System / Elkridge Branch
6540 Washington Blvd
Elkridge, MD 21075Let's Move–
Let's MoveJoin us for our Adaptive Fitness Program (Fall Session)
Supporting Movement Skills & The One World Center for Autism
Meets every Tuesday and Thursday from October 1st to November 21st
Location:
The One World Center for Autism, Inc.
1400 Nalley Terrace
Hyattsville, MD, 20785Contact Name : --
Contact Email : http://www.worldforautism.org
- Estate and Trust Administration Workshop
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Estate and Trust Administration Workshop***Open to: Financial advisors and the general public
Lunch and refreshments will be provided! 2 CE hours will be available for professionals attending.
***Please RSVP below by Monday, September 30th should you wish to attend — thank you!
Description:
This workshop will delve into the situations that arise after the death of a client, client’s family member, or loved one and the trust and estate administration that takes place during that time. Helping advisors and family members understand what their roles are in helping clients and loved ones through the legal process, what that legal process is, and how advisors and other planning team members can best work together in support of clients is of paramount importance during this challenging time for all involved.Learning Objectives:
— unraveling the mystery of what happens after the death of a client or loved one
— minimizing confusion and providing maximum support to clients and loved ones at a time of crisis
— what is the legal step-by-step process that needs to be taken after death?
— what are the practical steps that should be taken after death?
— examining the most significant and potentially problematic legal and tax issues advisors and family members should be aware of in the months following the death of a client or loved one
— how financial advisors, CPAs, and attorneys can best work together in support of clientsContact Name : Jeffrey Stauffer
Contact Email : jeff@elvilleassociates.com
Location:
Oakland Manor
5430 Vantage Point Road
Columbia, Maryland 21044Dad 4 Dads Support Group–
Dad 4 Dads Support GroupJoin One World Center's Dads 4 Dads Support Group for Fathers and Male Caregivers Support Group on the first Wednesday of every month at 7pm.
Meeting Location:
7401 Forbes Blvd Ste A
Lanham, MarylandRegistration is required: brenda@worldforautism.org
Contact Name : Brenda
Contact Email : brenda@worldforautism.org
Parent Child Journey -- An Individualized Approach to Raising Your Challenging Child–
Parent Child Journey -- An Individualized Approach to Raising Your Challenging ChildDr. Dan Shapiro’s Parent Child Journey – An Individualized Approach for Raising Your Challenging Child is a 10-session program for parents of children (ages preschool through early adolescence) with difficult behaviors. It is designed to help parents identify the sources of their children’s challenges and learn what they can do about them. During each session, we will discuss proactive strategies for raising children with difficult temperaments and developmental differences. The emphasis is on customizing the strategy to fit each child’s unique profile while taking parents’ profiles into account as well. Different children, different parents, different approaches.
Contact Name : Guiding Exceptional Parents
Contact Email : info@guidingexceptionalparents.com
- HCPS Chat N Chew
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HCPS Chat N ChewMeet Kim Proutt from the Harford County Health Department.
Location:
Partners for Success (P4S) Resource Center
201 Oakington Rd
Havre de Grace, MD 21078Contact Name : Lori Ginley
Contact Email : Partners.Success@hcps.org
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's–
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who understand and share your experiences with issues related to being in a neurodiverse couple. Discussions are focused on learning tools and coping strategies for particular issues that arise because of the neurological differences between partners.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Location:
OnlinePre-Teen Online Peer Social Group & Parental Consultation–
Pre-Teen Online Peer Social Group & Parental ConsultationWe are offering two Online Social Skills Groups this fall.
Our Pre-Teen Group is geared for individuals between the ages of 9-14 years. The group is taught by a licensed BCBA and we utilize the PEERS ® Curriculum to teach and practice a variety of social skills. Each week consists of a Social Group meeting for the participants to learn and practice skills followed by a parent meeting to learn the next week’s lessons and how to support their child. All meetings take place through our HIPAA compliant video-conferencing software, Zoom.
Pre-Teen Group: Meetings every Thursday from 5-7pm from October 3rd to November 14th via Zoom
If you have any questions or would like more information about our services and our models of treatment, please contact Meredith Kimener at 703.635.6846 or mkimener@autismspectrumalliance.com.
Contact Name : Meredith
Contact Email : mkimener@autismspectrumalliance.com
Friends of CARD Support Group–
Friends of CARD Support GroupFamilies of individuals seen at CARD are welcome to join this weekly support group. Talking points may include, but are not limited to:
--Dealing with new diagnosis
--Advocating for your child
--Locating resources/services
--Family Impact
--Navigating the IFSP & IEP process
--Self-care
--Guest speakers!Children ages 3+ are welcome to stay in CARD's attended playroom while their families attend group.
No registration required.
Location:
Creamer Building
3901 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, MD 21211
3rd Floor Large Conference Room
Contact Name : Megan Myatt
Contact Email : myatt@kennedykrieger.org
Howard County SECAC Meeting–
Howard County SECAC MeetingIEP Basics presented by a HCPS Representative. Learn how to prepare for the IEP meeting and review the essential parts of the IEP and best practices. Identify how to make sure that your student has what is needed in their IEP to be successful in school.
Location:
McFaul Activity Center
525 West McPhail Rd, Room 4
Bel Air, MD 21014Contact Name : harfordcountysecac@gmail.com
Contact Email : harfordcountysecac@gmail.com
- Lift Autism at Perry Hall CrossfitLift Autism at Perry Hall Crossfit
This event was specifically created to support the local Maryland autism community raise
funds for Pathfinders for Autism, and most importantly turn a spotlight on the serious impact
autism has on families within our local community and across the world.Location:
Perry Hall Crossfit
10521 Industrial Park Rd
White Marsh, MD 21162Contact Name : Perry Hall Crossfit
Contact Email : http://www.perryhallcrossfit.com/
Sensory Story Time Saturdays at the Baltimore Public Library, Perry Hall–
Sensory Story Time Saturdays at the Baltimore Public Library, Perry HallAn accepting, judgment-free story time that welcomes children of all abilities, but is especially designed for children sensitive to large groups. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sibling participation is encouraged. Limited seating.
Contact Name : Baltimore County Public Library - Perry Hall Branch
Contact Email : jriley@bcpl.net
Sensory Friendly Stories & Fun (ages 3-5 with adult)–
Sensory Friendly Stories & Fun (ages 3-5 with adult)Children of all abilities and their caregivers welcome to this supportive, judgment-free class that includes stories, music, and movement in a small group.
Ages 3-5 with adult; 30 min. Registration required. If you would like a reminder for this class, please provide an email address.
*Registration is required.
Contact Name : Cari Gast
Contact Email : cari.gast@hclibrary.org
Location:
Howard County Library System / Elkridge Branch
6540 Washington Blvd
Elkridge, MD 21075MOM 2 Mom Support Group–
MOM 2 Mom Support GroupTopic: Challenges in Interpersonal Relationships
Join us as we encourage and empower each other to greater selfcare as we care for our loved ones! We are the back-bones of our families, but who supports us? We must support each other! Join the staff of One World Center for Autism and A Purposeful Journey, our partner in programming as we forge a path to greater wellbeing through reflective learning and sharing!
Location:
One World Center for Autism
7401 Forbes Blvd. Suite A
Lanham, MD 20706For more information, go to:
Contact Name : Brenda
Contact Email : brenda@worldforautism.org
Swim Fun for the Whole Family--Allegany County–
Swim Fun for the Whole Family--Allegany CountyLocation:
YMCA OF CUMBERLAND MD
601 Kelly Road, Cumberland, MD 21502
Contact Name : pathfinders
Contact Email : emetelski@pathfindersforautism.org
Free Yoga for Children and Teens with Autism–
Free Yoga for Children and Teens with AutismFREE Yoga for Children & Teens with Autism, Made possible through a grant from The Hussman Foundation
Location:
Yoga Center of Columbia,
8950 MD-108, #109,
Columbia, MD(Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to start time to sign in and get ready)
Contact Name : HCAS
Contact Email : info@howard-autism.org
Super Social Saturday–
Super Social SaturdayArt Stream, Inc brings their popular Super Social Saturdays to PGCR.
Practice being your best self in a group event setting. Show your skills, be silly, express yourself, practice positive social experiences and dance!Location:
PGCR @ Holy Family Church,
12010 Woodmore Road, Bowie, MD 20721Cost: $35 per session
Contact Name : PGCR
Contact Email : https://pgcr.org/