Support group open to all adults. Meeting begins with general announcements about upcoming activities, followed by individual introductions and the invitation to share one "golden moment" you've experienced during the previous month. Following that, there will be time for questions and follow-up discussion as well as further opportunity for group support and socialization. Some meetings will have speakers on topics of interest to the autism community in the Baltimore area.
Light refreshments and handouts available along with access to our lending library.
Please be aware that support group meetings are for adults as some topics discussed may not be suitable for children, and child care is not provided.
For information about ASBC, call our phone line at 410-655-7933 or email info@baltimoreautismsociety.org
Location Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, 3rd Floor Conference Room
1708 W Rogers Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
“Our World Explorers” offers teens and young adults with autism and related special needs a monthly social outlet with community integration. Caregivers can relax and restore with the security of knowing that their teen or young adult with special needs are in a safe and empowering environment.
When:
Saturday, September 8, 2018
11:00am - 4:00pm
Loctaion:
One World Center for Autism Inc
7401 Forbes Blvd- Suite A
Lanham MD 20706
Cost: $50.00 per participant, includes transportation, lunch/ refreshments and arts & crafts supplies. Field trip venue cost will impact price and may increase depending on venue.
Join the Yoga Center of Columbia and HCAS for a wonderful way to help reduce anxiety and challenging tactile sensitivity issues. Parents and siblings are encouraged to participate as well. No need to register, just mark your calendar and join HCAS at the Yoga Center. Our thanks to the Hussman Foundation for making these classes possible!
Location: The Yoga Center of Columbia
8940 MD-108 #109
Columbia, MD
Transition planning is when a student with a disability, along with family members, the school system, and service providers, begin to officially plan for life after high school.
Transition planning should begin when you are 14 (if not earlier!). This may sound very early, but if you plan to apply for services you may need to get your applications in before you graduate so your supports are ready for you when you leave school.
Who should attend?
* Self-advocates
* Family members/Allies
We have established a self- advocacy group that welcomes not only the individuals with disabilities that we serve but others as well. The group is called Voices of U.S. (Unified Speakers).
All Voices of U.S meetings are held on the second Wednesday of every month from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Mid-Atlantic Main Office (2109 Laurel Bush Road, Bel Air MD, 21015).
Each meeting is a social event where people can discuss whatever recent success they have had, current events and hold fundraisers.
All attendees receive food and drink at every meeting.
Volunteers are welcomed!
Feel free to ask any questions.
Parnell Barmer
Day Options Director, Mid-Atlantic Human Service Corporation
2109 Laurel Bush Road, Bel Air, Maryland, 21015
Cell- 443-468-9815
The commission is holding another town hall at Salisbury University Wicomico Room, Guerrieri Student Union on Saturday, Sept. 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. In addition to the town hall, there will be a resource fair that is focusing on information sharing relevant to all family/informal caregivers across the lifespan. The Town Hall will be facilitated by Senator James N. Mathias from 10:00 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
For event information please contact Naomi Duffort by phone at (410) 767-7742, or by email to Naomi.Duffort@maryland.gov.
EMBRACE OUR WORLD FAMILY ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS: Autism 101 for Caregivers
September 15, 2018 –
EMBRACE OUR WORLD FAMILY ENRICHMENT WORKSHOPS FOR THOSE LIVING WITH AUTISM
The One World Center for Autism is excited to partner in supporting caregivers and family members with: A Purposeful Journey a family wellness consulting agency (Victoria Lawson, LMFT, CAC1, MAC, founder, director and mother of two children on the autism spectrum, who is a licensed marriage and family counselor, with certifications in addictions counseling) & Behavioral and Educational Solutions, one of the premier providers of psychological and behavioral services in the Washington Metropolitan. (Dr. Alfred Amado, Ph.D, President, NCSP and licensed psychologist in child-clinical and school psychology and his diverse staff of professionals)
When:
Saturday, September 15, 2018
1:00pm to 3:00 pm
Be a part of our community of support! We rise by lifting others!
RSVP 3 days in advance by calling 301-618-8395 or email samuel@worldforautism.org
Child-care is available on a 1st-come, 1st serve basis. Cost $15 for 1st child and $7 for
each additional child. Please check-in 15 minutes prior to the workshop.
Childcare location 7401 Forbes Blvd Suite A , 20706
Transition planning is when a student with a disability, along with family members, the school system, and service providers, begin to officially plan for life after high school.
Transition planning should begin when you are 14 (if not earlier!). This may sound very early, but if you plan to apply for services you may need to get your applications in before you graduate so your supports are ready for you when you leave school.
Who should attend?
* Self-advocates
* Family members/Allies
We know that parenting children with autism and related special needs can take a huge emotional toll on caregivers.
Here are our program goals for you and your family!
• Provision of a mental health break for
parents
• The encouragement and facilitation of
friendships
• The promotion of social awareness and
skills
• The celebration of each child’s unique
personality and abilities via creative
arts and recreational activities!
• Having loads of fun!
When: September 22, 2018
11:00 to 4:00 pm (Times may vary depending on the community trip venue)
Location:
One World Center for Autism, Inc
7401 Forbes Blvd- Suite A
Lanham MD 20706
Cost: The cost for this program is $50.00 per child and $25.00 for siblings. This cost includes transportation cost, lunch/refreshments, field trip venue cost and/or arts and crafts supplies.
Due to new facility limitations, this respite is limited to 15 children.
Ages: 3-13 years
Questions: Call or email Brenda Reed (brenda@worldforautism.org) or
Samuel Gonzalez (samuel@worldforautism.org)
Join the Yoga Center of Columbia and HCAS for a wonderful way to help reduce anxiety and challenging tactile sensitivity issues. Parents and siblings are encouraged to participate as well. No need to register, just mark your calendar and join HCAS at the Yoga Center. Our thanks to the Hussman Foundation for making these classes possible!
Location: The Yoga Center of Columbia
8940 MD-108 #109
Columbia, MD
8th Annual Run Wild for Autism 5K Race & 1 Mile Fun Run and Walk
September 30, 2018 –
Join us at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore for the 8th 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 21217
Support group open to all adults. Meeting begins with general announcements about upcoming activities, followed by individual introductions and the invitation to share one "golden moment" you've experienced during the previous month. Following that, there will be time for questions and follow-up discussion as well as further opportunity for group support and socialization. Some meetings will have speakers on topics of interest to the autism community in the Baltimore area.
Light refreshments and handouts available along with access to our lending library.
Please be aware that support group meetings are for adults as some topics discussed may not be suitable for children, and child care is not provided.
For information about ASBC, call our phone line at 410-655-7933 or email info@baltimoreautismsociety.org
Location Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, 3rd Floor Conference Room
1708 W Rogers Ave
Baltimore, MD 21209
Join us as we encourage and empower each other to greater self-care 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 well-being through reflective learning and sharing!
When:
Saturday, October 6, 2018
1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
One World Center for Autism
7401 Forbes Blvd. Suite A
Lanham, MD 20706
Cost: Free, donations are welcomed!
Please RSVP a minimum of 3 days prior to each meeting!
Childcare available:
Cost $15 for 1st child and $7 for each additional child.
Must register for childcare in advance. This service is provided on a first come, first serve basis, please plan to check-in 15 minutes prior to the meeting!
Call 301-618-8395 or email samuel@worldforautism.org
Autism Society of Baltimore Chesapeake Support Group
Caregiver Resource Fair and Town Hall