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Dating While Neurodiverse for Adults 18+ |
September 2, 2021
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's |
September 3, 2021
About Autism in Toddlers |
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September 5, 2021
Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E. Cheese |
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Contact Name : Autism York
Contact Email : info@autismyork.org
Little Friends Child Care, LLC , York
625 Chambers Road
York
Voices of U.S. (Unified Speakers) Self Advocacy group meeting
Voices of U.S. (Unified Speakers) Self Advocacy group meetingSeptember 8, 2021 –
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
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Mid-Atlantic Human Service Corporation Main Office
2109 Laurel Bush Road
Bel Air, Maryland 21015
Dating While Neurodiverse for Adults 18+
Dating While Neurodiverse for Adults 18+September 8, 2021 –
Building friendships and sharing special moments with a bestie is amazing...but what happens when we want something more? How do we go about doing this? How do we even know what we want? How do we go about this safely?
Join us for an 8-week class for neurodiverse adults ages 18+ where we talk about it all! We'll cover everything from the social nuances of dating and navigating relationships to sexual education, consent, and appropriate ways to communicate. This will be a judgment-free zone where neurodiverse individuals can share their anxieties and fears while asking the questions some have been too embarrassed to ask.
Class will be held at Barrier-Free's Life Skills & Social Studio - 7520 Main St #103 Sykesville, MD 21784. Class tuition is $80. We offer a two-class trial period, details at the link!
Contact Name : Britt & Lauren Burr
Contact Email : info@barrierfreemd.com
Neurodiverse Art Gallery
Neurodiverse Art GallerySeptember 10, 2021 –
@Barrier-Free, a non-profit that serves Neurodiverse Adults, is hosting an Art Gallery at their Studio in Downtown Sykesville on September 10 & 11!
Stop by this open house style event to learn more about Barrier-Free and browse a variety of original art pieces that include canvas paintings, origami, poetry, and more all.
The suggested donation to attend is $5.
Barrier-Free studio members will be serving light refreshments and handmade treats.
Address:
Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784
Contact Name : Britt & Lauren Burr
Contact Email : info@barrierfreemd.com
Barrier-Free Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784
Neurodiverse Art Gallery
Neurodiverse Art GallerySeptember 11, 2021 –
@Barrier-Free, a non-profit that serves Neurodiverse Adults, is hosting an Art Gallery at their Studio in Downtown Sykesville on September 10 & 11!
Stop by this open house style event to learn more about Barrier-Free and browse a variety of original art pieces that include canvas paintings, origami, poetry, and more all.
The suggested donation to attend is $5.
Barrier-Free studio members will be serving light refreshments and handmade treats.
Address:
Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784
Contact Name : Britt & Lauren Burr
Contact Email : info@barrierfreemd.com
Barrier-Free Life Skills & Social Studio
7520 Main St #103
Sykesville, MD 21784
Community Resource Fair and Free School Supplies Give Away
Community Resource Fair and Free School Supplies Give AwaySeptember 11, 2021 –
Saturday, September 11 from Noon - 4 pm
Restoration Temple Apostolic Center
5225 Hamilton Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21206
Contact Name : Dr. Ron Howell
Contact Email : rhowell@btnetwork.org
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrs
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrsSeptember 11, 2021 –
Sensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029
Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrs
Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrsSeptember 11, 2021 –
Sensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029
Sensory-Friendly Sunday at the Nature Center (All ages)
Sensory-Friendly Sunday at the Nature Center (All ages)September 12, 2021 –
he center opens early for these events designed for families with kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities. Enjoy activities led by Howard County Park Rangers, Heritage staff and Robinson Nature Center educators. Families can also explore the exhibits (lights/sounds adjusted), Discovery Room, nature trails, outdoor NaturePlace and a themed-sensory pathway. Planetarium open between 11am and noon. Sensory alert maps, sensory backpacks and quiet areas available.
Contact Name : Howard County Recreation and Parks
Contact Email : --
Autism Navigator How-To Guide for Families
Autism Navigator How-To Guide for FamiliesSeptember 14, 2021 –
Autism Navigator is collaborating with Autism Science Foundation to bring this webinar series to you. This webinar will help you learn about our How-To Guide for Families online course and ways you can use this resource to engage your child in activities you’re already doing every day and help develop your child’s social communication skills.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What it takes to learn to talk—gestures, sounds, actions and more
How to support your child’s learning in everyday activities
How Autism Navigator and Baby Navigator online resources can help each family
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to focus our conversation about how to actively engage your child using evidence-based strategies in everyday activities. We will also have featured guests regularly that will be announced.
Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
Group for Partners with an Asperger's Profile
Group for Partners with an Asperger's ProfileSeptember 15, 2021 –
In 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.
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Online
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sSeptember 16, 2021 –
In 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 : --
Online
Baby Navigator — What Every Parent Needs to Know
Baby Navigator — What Every Parent Needs to KnowSeptember 16, 2021 –
Baby Navigator is collaborating with the Reading Rockets to bring this webinar series to you. We watch videos together that show how to turn activities you’re doing everyday into learning moments for your baby . . . how to support your baby through challenging moments to get ahead of the terrible twos . . . and much more. These simple moments matter. Especially because your baby’s brain is developing at an amazing rate. What you do and say now can make all the difference.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What does it take to learn to talk — gestures, sounds, actions and more
How to support your baby’s learning in everyday activities
How to get ahead of the terrible twos
Why join Baby Navigator — learn about our free online resources and tools from pregnancy until your baby turns 24 months old
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to focus our conversation about social communication milestones in babies from birth to 24 months and how to support your baby’s learning.
Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
Supporting Paraprofessionals to Implement Functional Communication Training to Address Challenging Behavior
Supporting Paraprofessionals to Implement Functional Communication Training to Address Challenging BehaviorSeptember 16, 2021 –
Contact Name : OAR
Contact Email : --
Brown on the Spectrum's Virtual Teen Meetup
Brown on the Spectrum's Virtual Teen MeetupSeptember 17, 2021 –
Join Brown on the Spectrum as we host our 'Teen Social' meetup for youth ages 12-19!
We will meet on the third Friday of every month.
Please share with your friends and networks who may be interested.
Be sure to register today at the link below.
Looking forward to seeing you!
Contact Name : Devan Southerland
Contact Email : devan@brownonthespectrum.com
Mommy & Me Play
Mommy & Me PlaySeptember 18, 2021 –
Sensory friendly social club - self-directed activities in a fun play space for parents / caregivers and preschoolers, including climbing shapes, lights, and sensory boards.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029
AJ Drexel Autism Institute Father's Support Group
AJ Drexel Autism Institute Father's Support GroupSeptember 18, 2021 –
Contact Name : AJ Drexel Autism Institute
Contact Email : autisminstitute@drexel.edu
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrs
Social Club - Ages 6 - 9 yrsSeptember 18, 2021 –
Sensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029
Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrs
Social Club - Ages 10 - 12 yrsSeptember 18, 2021 –
Sensory friendly social club with self-directed and facilitated games of all kinds.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sSeptember 19, 2021 –
In 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 : pathfinders
Contact Email : emetelski@pathfindersforautism.org
Online
Parent Coaching
Parent CoachingSeptember 20, 2021 –
Being a parent is among the most difficult jobs in the universe. We are called to teach, model, love, support, comfort, advise, and give discipline. Sometimes these roles conflict with each other and we are pulled in opposing directions. Add in our fast-paced environment and the impact of social media and this job can be monumentally difficult. Parent coaching provides guidance to parents and helps families consider what is going well and what challenges need to be addressed. All kids want to be successful, and parent coaching can give parents the tools to teach kids the skills and resilience they need.
Parenting a child with autism, anxiety, ADHD, and other neurological challenges adds another layer of complexity. Despite the best advice from friends, family, and others, sometimes additional tools and strategies are needed.
Lighthouse is pleased to offer parent coaching one Saturday a month. These 45-minute sessions can stand alone as one-time supports or can be on-going coaching sessions. Prior to the first session, our Social Learning Coordinator, Jolene Farmer, sends a skills inventory for parents to complete. Together with Jolene, parents will prioritize goals and decide on an action plan designed especially for their family.
Our next available session is October 20th. There is one remaining slot available on this day at 1:15pm. The next upcoming dates for coaching sessions is 11/17 from 10am to 2pm.
Please contact Jolene Farmer to schedule
Jolene@lighthousemd.org
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Lighthouse, Inc
60 Mellor Avenue
Catonsville, MD 21228
Latino Parents Support Group
Latino Parents Support GroupSeptember 20, 2021 –
Contact Name : Howard County Autism Society
Contact Email : susanne.mason@howard-autism.org
Yes, your youth CAN work!
Yes, your youth CAN work!September 21, 2021 N/A
Yes, your youth CAN work! Transition to life - LEADers follow-up.
When:
September 28, 2021
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This training will be held virtually through Zoom.
Join this LEADers follow-up training to discuss:
- What a transition/career assessment is
- Work-based learning experiences
- Dreams and realistic goals
Featuring speaker: George Tilson
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMuf-mhqD0sH9x6VVqshW3H9CjHDyK3kMTY
Contact Name : Parents' Place of Maryland
Contact Email : --
Tailoring, Targeting, And Addressing What Matters: Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Who are Living With Dementia
Tailoring, Targeting, And Addressing What Matters: Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Who are Living With DementiaSeptember 21, 2021 –
This presentation will discuss the state of dementia care research and its implications for supporting people with intellectual disabilities who are living with dementia. Drawing upon tested efficacious interventions, specific interventions will be discussed both in terms of their outcomes as well as their essential elements and treatment principles that can be applied to working with people with intellectual disabilities living with dementia. Interventions will be shared that view the individual within their living context and address modifiable factors that may be contributing to care challenges. Interventions assume a person-centric and tailored approach and address the needs of the person as well as their care partners to help support quality of life.
Contact Name : Jasmina Sisirak
Contact Email : jsisirak@uic.edu
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sSeptember 21, 2021 –
In 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 : --
Online
Montgomery County Public Schools - SECAC Meeting
Montgomery County Public Schools - SECAC MeetingSeptember 23, 2021 –
Contact Name : --
Contact Email : --
Mommy & Me Play
Mommy & Me PlaySeptember 25, 2021 –
Sensory friendly social club - self-directed activities in a fun play space for parents / caregivers and preschoolers, including climbing shapes, lights, and sensory boards.
Contact Name : Beth Allen
Contact Email : info@TheKaleidoscopeClub.org
The Kaleidoscope
13680 Triadelphia Mill Rd
Clarksville, MD 21029
Run Wild for Autism
Run Wild for AutismSeptember 26, 2021 –
11TH ANNUAL RUN WILD FOR AUTISM 5K & 1 MILE FUN RUN & WALK
ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT PATHFINDERS FOR AUTISM!
Sunday September 26,2021
Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
1876 Mansion House Drive
Baltimore, MD US 21217
Contact Name : Matt Worthington
Contact Email : mworthington@pfamd.org
Sensory Sundays at the B&O Railroad Museum
Sensory Sundays at the B&O Railroad MuseumSeptember 26, 2021 –
Sensory Sundays at the B&O Railroad Museum are designed to create an inclusive and safe atmosphere where all visitors are welcome and supported. In order to accommodate for members of the community who identify as neurodiverse, this program promotes sensory awareness throughout the museum by altering the physical environment as appropriate. Some examples of these changes include: decreased lighting and surround sound, signage communicating the location of exhibits with sounds effects, and temporary “quiet” or “calming” zones. These zones will provide a space dedicated to decreased sensory exposure as well as sensory kits equipped with resources for visitors who need an opportunity to process their emotions and experiences. Throughout the day, visitors will be encouraged to participant in B&O Railroad Museum activities, such as a sensory-friendly train ride on the Mile One Express, a kids craft, and a sensory-friendly tour led by one of our trained staff members. There will also be an opportunity for parents to access resources provided by organizations within the community who support families with special needs children. Overall, Sensory Sundays will continue to establish the B&O Railroad Museum as a location dedicated to the support and inclusion of the neurodiverse community.
Contact Name : Riley Weber
Contact Email : rweber@borail.org
B&O Railroad Museum
901 W Pratt Street
Baltimore, MD 21223
Autism Navigator How-To Guide for Families
Autism Navigator How-To Guide for FamiliesSeptember 28, 2021 –
Autism Navigator is collaborating with Autism Science Foundation to bring this webinar series to you. This webinar will help you learn about our How-To Guide for Families online course and ways you can use this resource to engage your child in activities you’re already doing every day and help develop your child’s social communication skills.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What it takes to learn to talk—gestures, sounds, actions and more
How to support your child’s learning in everyday activities
How Autism Navigator and Baby Navigator online resources can help each family
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to focus our conversation about how to actively engage your child using evidence-based strategies in everyday activities. We will also have featured guests regularly that will be announced.
Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
Buried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World Webinar
Buried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World WebinarSeptember 28, 2021 –
The Special Education Resource Center will offer a 2-Part webinar series open to all BCPS parents and employees. This webinar combines the wisdom of successful parents and educators across generations with recent discoveries about how our children’s brains learn and grow. This fusion of old and new wisdom produces 7 Essential Golden Rules to cut through clutter, hype, and misinformation to provide you solid, time-tested , research-backed guidance.
Presented by Frank Kros, MSW, JD, Kros Learning Group.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 AND Thursday, September 30, 2021 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Register via Eventbrite: https://serc7goldenrules.eventbrite.com
**this is a 2 part event, attendance at both sessions is recommended
All parent trainings are free and brought to you by the Baltimore County Public School Special Education Resource Center!
Register via Eventbrite
and login information will be emailed to you one day in advance. Questions? Email: SERC@BCPS.ORG
Contact Name : Ellen Galvez
Contact Email : serc@bcps.org
Families of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: Lessons Learned From COVID-19
Families of Children with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities: Lessons Learned From COVID-19September 29, 2021 –
Presented by: Priyanka Fernandes, MD, MPH, Candance Gragnani, MD, MPH, and Denise Nunez, MD, MPH Event Topic: Understanding the impact of the pandemic on learning and overall health among those with neurodevelopmental disabilities and their families. Description: Autism Intervention Network on Physical Health (AIR-P) researchers are eager to understand more about the education and physical health of autistic individuals during COVID. This webinar will examine ways to assist autistic students during virtual or hybrid education and include ideas for maintaining physical health during the pandemic. Target audiences: Parents, policy-makers, clinicians, and other autism professionals
Contact Name : Organization for Autism Research
Contact Email : info@researchautism.org
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger'sSeptember 30, 2021 –
In 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 : --
Online
Buried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World Webinar
Buried Treasure: The 7 Golden Rules for Raising Outstanding Minds in a Chaotic World WebinarSeptember 30, 2021 –
The Special Education Resource Center will offer a 2-Part webinar series open to all BCPS parents and employees. This webinar combines the wisdom of successful parents and educators across generations with recent discoveries about how our children’s brains learn and grow. This fusion of old and new wisdom produces 7 Essential Golden Rules to cut through clutter, hype, and misinformation to provide you solid, time-tested , research-backed guidance.
Presented by Frank Kros, MSW, JD, Kros Learning Group.
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 AND Thursday, September 30, 2021 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Register via Eventbrite: https://serc7goldenrules.eventbrite.com
**this is a 2 part event, attendance at both sessions is recommended
All parent trainings are free and brought to you by the Baltimore County Public School Special Education Resource Center!
Register via Eventbrite
and login information will be emailed to you one day in advance. Questions? Email: SERC@BCPS.ORG
Contact Name : Ellen Galvez
Contact Email : serc@bcps.org
About Autism in Toddlers
About Autism in ToddlersOctober 1, 2021 –
This webinar series will help you learn about the core diagnostic features and early signs of autism in toddlers and see early intervention in action.
Each webinar will cover the following agenda:
What is autism and what are the early signs in toddlers?
Watch video clips together — Practice observing early signs of autism and see early intervention in action
How Autism Navigator online courses and tools can help you
We will feature new content and videos each webinar to cover key topics in About Autism in Toddlers.
Contact Name : Autism Navigator
Contact Email : support@autismnavigator.com
The Grand Carnival: Family Fun Day
The Grand Carnival: Family Fun DayOctober 2, 2021 –
A Grand Opening Event for the community! Featuring a bounce house, petting zoo, and more!
Signature Behavioral Health is an organization that invests in the whole family's right to self-determination by providing meaningful, individualized, and culturally relevant behavioral services.
We are celebrating the opening of our therapy office with a Grand Opening Family Day event! Your entire family is welcome to enjoy the petting zoo, bounce house, and more!
More about the organization:
We affirm children, teens, and young adults who exhibit social, emotional, learning, and behavioral concerns using Applied Behavior Analysis(ABA) with a strengths-based and trauma informed approach. We not only uplift children and teens , but empower parents and siblings of our neurodivergent and/or disabled clients with the common goal of enhancing the quality of life for the entire household through the provision of mental health services, parent guidance, advocacy tools, and group sessions.
Contact Name : Linda Irby
Contact Email : admin@signatureaba.com
Signature Behavioral Health
7001 Johnnycake Rd.
Suite 106
Windsor Mill, MD 21244