The week's events
- Virtual Drum Circle
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Virtual Drum CircleThis event is for ALL ages and abilities. No previous musical experience is required. Join in this group rhythm making activity to ENERGIZE your mind and body, Relieve STRESS, and have FUN!Also invite your family, friends, students, clients, etc.Use your household/homemade supplies to play with (box, bucket, container, table top, shakers, etc.) if you don’t have a drum.Group rhythm making a a great way to work on self-esteem/confidence, impulse/self-control/self-regulation, social participation, teamwork, taking turns, following directions and sensory-motor skills.Join Zoom Meetinghttps://us04web.zoom.us/j/74105759235?pwd=cjRaWTJqaS9maDgveHIwRmtRWElNQT09Meeting ID: 741 0575 9235Passcode: 0BKKHcContact Name : Jorge Ochoa
Contact Email : TamboRhythms@yahoo.com
- Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Families with a child in Middle/High School
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Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Families with a child in Middle/High SchoolParents, join our Coffee and Conversations groups to discuss Back-to-School!
Contact Name : Parents\' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : allie@ppmd.org
- TEEN SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP
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TEEN SOCIAL SKILLS GROUPVirtual program that includes a teen meeting followed by a parent meeting each week.
PROGRAM TOPICS
– Conversational skills
– Methods of communicating
– Choosing friends
– Handling difficult situations
– Managing conflictREGISTER BY AUGUST 28TH
7 Weeks – September 8th – October 20thAges 13-18
Utilizes PEERS™ CurriculumContact
Abby Mameghani
843-816-0480
amameghani@behavioralhealthservices.netContact Name : Abby Mameghani
Contact Email : amameghani@behavioralhealthservices.net
Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Families with a child Birth-5th grade–
Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Families with a child Birth-5th gradeParents, join our Coffee and Conversations groups to discuss Back-to-School!
Contact Name : Parents\' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : allie@ppmd.org
Together Apart Online Support - General Support Group–
Together Apart Online Support - General Support GroupJoin us for a casual conversation!Make connections and new friends while sharing how things are going!Support is here!Contact Name : Debbie Page
Contact Email : dpage@baltimoreautismsociety.org
- CONVERSATIONS SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP
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CONVERSATIONS SOCIAL SKILLS GROUPCONVERSATIONS SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP
SEPTEMBER 9 - OCTOBER 21
TOPICS COVERED:
– Joining & Exiting Conversations
– Maintaining Conversations
– Reading Social Cues
– Making Phone Calls
– Handling DisagreementsWednesdays
September 9th – October 21st
Ages 8-12Register by August 28th
Contact Abby Mameghani
843-816-0480
amameghani@behavioralhealthservices.netContact Name : Abby Mameghani
Contact Email : amameghani@behavioralhealthservices.net
Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Families with a child who has behavior challenges–
Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Families with a child who has behavior challengesParents, join our Coffee and Conversations groups to discuss Back-to-School!
Contact Name : Parents\' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : allie@ppmd.org
Autism Mom MD Podcast–
Autism Mom MD PodcastI'm Dr. Carol Baltazar. I'm a wife, mom of 3 kids and an Internal Medicine Physician. My oldest son has ASD. On the Autism Mom MD Podcast you can look forward to episodes where I'll have guests who will share their different expertise and rich experiences. The guests will range from people who are experts in their field to parents, siblings, caregivers and autistic individuals. Hopefully this will have a positive impact for individuals who feel like they are facing challenges on their own. And on this journey we'll pave the way for empowerment, growth and inclusion of autistic individuals so
everyone can live out their best life possible.
New episodes will be released bimonthly on Wednesdays.Contact Name : Dr. Carol Baltazar
Contact Email : AutismMomMD@gmail.com
Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours)- Families with a child who has complex needs–
Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours)- Families with a child who has complex needsParents, join our Coffee and Conversations groups to discuss Back-to-School!
Contact Name : Parents\' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : allie@ppmd.org
Seizure Alert Dogs and Devices: What You Need to Know–
Seizure Alert Dogs and Devices: What You Need to KnowHave you wondered if a seizure alert dog would work for you and your family? You’ve seen the new seizure alert devices, but don’t know which one would be the best fit for you. This presentation will provide the facts into seizure dogs and the process for getting a dog; an overview of the various seizure alert devices available and how to determine which one is right for you; and first-hand experiences from seizure dog owners and device users.
Speakers:
Nathan Crone, MD, Professor of Neurology; Director, Cognitive Neurophysiology Lab; Co-Director, Epilepsy Fellowship, The Johns Hopkins Epilepsy Center, Division of Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology, The Johns Hopkins University School of MedicineContact Name : Epilepsy Foundation of Maryland
Contact Email : maryland@efa.org
Virtual Dance Party–
Virtual Dance PartyPlease join us for our Virtual Dance Party. Hosted on Zoom, attendees, ages 16 and up, will enjoy dancing along to their favorite party songs, spun by DJ Juliana during this free, one-hour event. Don’t forget your dancing shoes!
If you would like to attend, please complete the information below. Attendees will receive a Zoom invitation via email one-hour prior to the event - simply log in to start moving and grooving. Virtual doors open at 6:45PM Eastern so drop by early to listen to music and chat with other guests via the Zoom chat box.
Contact Name : Daniel's Music Foundation
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Group for Partners with an Asperger's Profile–
Group for Partners with an Asperger's ProfileIn this group, you will have the chance to speak with others who communicate and see the world like you do about the challenges that arise in neurodiverse relationships. Not only are coping strategies and tools presented, they are practiced in the meetings to help group members improve their relationship skills.
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Online - VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
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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.
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OnlineCoffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Spanish Speaking Families–
Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours) - Spanish Speaking FamiliesParents, join our Coffee and Conversations groups to discuss Back-to-School!
Contact Name : Parents\' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : allie@ppmd.org
Kinera Cares - Tween & Teen Virtual Social Hour–
Kinera Cares - Tween & Teen Virtual Social HourKinera Cares-Tweens & Teen Virtual Social Hour is a monthly program, completely free, for tweens and tweens ages 11 years to 17 years, and is geared for those individuals who have disabilities and special health care needs. Each month we offer fun activities, crafts and games. Some examples of activities include: Comedy Hour, Show-n-Tell, Disney Trivia, Nature Paint Night, and Fun with Poems & Limericks. Siblings that fall into the same age range are welcome to participate, regardless of having a disability/special need, as this program is inclusive. Our Social Hour occurs monthly, the third Thursday of each month, from 7pm-8pm (EST). If you are interested in having your tween/teen join the meeting, please email Julie Vallecillo, Parent Navigator at Kinera, for the parental/caregiver consent form (required): julie@kinera.org.
Contact Name : Julie Vallecillo, Parent Navigator
Contact Email : julie@kinera.org
Location:
Kinera Foundation
115 Sallitt Dr., Suite C
Stevensville, Maryland 21666 - Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours)- Military-Connected families
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Coffee and Conversations - Feelings (Mine, Yours, Ours)- Military-Connected familiesParents, join our Coffee and Conversations groups to discuss Back-to-School
Contact Name : Parents' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : allie@ppmd.org
- HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS ADULT GROUP
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HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS ADULT GROUPHEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS ADULT GROUP
SEPTEMBER 12 - OCTOBER 17
Every Saturday from
September 12th – October 17th
Register by August 28thOnline interactive social skills group designed to help you
identify, build, and foster healthy relationships. Develop the
skills necessary to form meaningful and healthy relationships
through lessons, activities, and role play scenarios.DESIGNED FOR ADULTS AGES 18-27
Contact Abby Mameghani at 843-816-0480 or amameghani@behavioralhealthservices.net to registe
Contact Name : One World Center for Autism
Contact Email : amameghani@behavioralhealthservices.net
Saturday Night Alive–
Saturday Night AliveParticipants are invited to meet online in September for our virtual SNA event via Zoom! As usual, there will be arts and crafts, dance, an optional Bible lesson, music, and MORE!
As an additional bonus, HU will be providing ACTIVITY BAGS to supplement the full SNA experience (1 per family). Please respond by September 4th and mark YES on your RSVP if you wish to pick up an Activity Bag (on 9/12 from 10- Noon) at:
Prince of Peace Church
11900 Darnestown Rd
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
This event and activity bag will be FREE to participants.
Contact Name : Haven Universe
Contact Email : hu@havenuniverse.org