Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. We offer a sensory-friendly experience on the first Sunday of every month at participating locations, opening our stores two hours before their normal opening time. Our Sensory Sensory events include a trained and caring staff that work to ensure each guest has a fun-filled visit. We realize that the Chuck E. experience can be very stimulating for any child, so our mission is to create an event that allows ALL kids to be a kid.
Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. We offer a sensory-friendly experience on the first Sunday of every month at participating locations, opening our stores two hours before their normal opening time. Our Sensory Sensory events include a trained and caring staff that work to ensure each guest has a fun-filled visit. We realize that the Chuck E. experience can be very stimulating for any child, so our mission is to create an event that allows ALL kids to be a kid.
Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. We offer a sensory-friendly experience on the first Sunday of every month at participating locations, opening our stores two hours before their normal opening time. Our Sensory Sensory events include a trained and caring staff that work to ensure each guest has a fun-filled visit. We realize that the Chuck E. experience can be very stimulating for any child, so our mission is to create an event that allows ALL kids to be a kid.
Navigating A New Autism Diagnosis: Part 2: Navigating a New Autism Diagnosis: Timely Interventions
January 6, 2021 –
This is a three-part series designed for families, care providers and others seeking information on how to best navigate a new autism diagnosis. You will hear from parents, topic experts, self-advocates and members of the autism community who will share their personal experiences. During these challenging times, Autism Speaks is dedicated to ensuring you have access to reliable information, resources and support through the autism journey.
Objectives:
Participants will benefit from expert speakers with a focus on a new diagnosis and evidence-based practices.
Participants will access new resources and tools to help make decisions for their child.
Participants will learn strategies and practical advice on the importance of advocating for their child.
MarylandABLE Accounts -- How They Benefit Your Loved One with Special Needs
January 13, 2021 –
Kelly Nelson, Outreach and Communications Manager from MarylandABLE, will share an overview of how ABLE accounts can help people with disabilities and their families save for the future without jeopardizing federal, state and local benefits. Attendees will learn about:
-- the eligibility criteria and enrollment process;
-- features of an ABLE account and the account management process;
-- tax-free savings and tax-free withdrawals for qualified disabilities expenses;
-- accessing a Maryland State income tax deduction for contributions;
-- how an ABLE account can be used in collaboration with a Special Needs Trust
Open to clients, the general public, and financial advisors. 1.5 continuing education hours will be offered for CPAs, CFPs, and other professionals for attending this presentation. We look forward to hosting you!
Navigating A New Autism Diagnosis: A Three Part Series - Part 3: Navigating A New Autism Diagnosis: Help Along the Journey
January 13, 2021 –
This is a three-part series designed for families, care providers and others seeking information on how to best navigate a new autism diagnosis. You will hear from parents, topic experts, self-advocates and members of the autism community who will share their personal experiences. During these challenging times, Autism Speaks is dedicated to ensuring you have access to reliable information, resources and support through the autism journey.
Objectives:
Participants will benefit from expert speakers with a focus on a new diagnosis and evidence-based practices.
Participants will access new resources and tools to help make decisions for their child.
Participants will learn strategies and practical advice on the importance of advocating for their child.
Yoga for Children, Teens & Adults with Autism – FREE!
January 16, 2021 –
Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation.
Participants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will be added to the list to receive, by e-mail, the videoconference login and password for any future yoga classes. You will receive this information directly from the yoga instructors before each Saturday class. You may request to unsubscribe from the list at any time.
Each class will open about 10 minutes early for participants to visit with one another. Please login at least a few minutes early to get admitted. Instructors will close the class to late arrivals promptly at 3:30pm so that instruction can begin on time and proceed without interruption. We look forward to seeing you at the next Yoga Connections session.
If you have any questions or you registered and are not receiving the weekly e-mails, contact Susanne Mason at susanne.mason@howard-autism.org.
Participants 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.
What Families Need to Know About Planning for a Loved One with Special Needs
January 22, 2021 –
Presented by Elville and Associates’ Managing Principal and Lead Attorney Stephen R. Elville, this webinar is a discussion that will educate attendees about planning for their loved one with special needs.
Attendees will come to understand what is involved in the planning process for a special needs family and the importance of preserving the loved one’s financial security and quality of life.
The key issues of understanding the role of public benefits, making decisions about the future, Maryland ABLE, and using estate planning and trusts to protect assets will be discussed along with the types of special needs trusts and their specific purposes (along with who the decision makers and beneficiaries can be in these trusts). Also, to be touched upon will be the “planning team concept” — how your planning team (attorney, financial advisor, CPA) — can work together to help provide your family peace of mind during the special needs planning process.
To register and receive the webinar link ahead of time, please click here. Should you have questions ahead of time, please contact Community Relations Director Jeff Stauffer at 443-343-8821 x117.
Open to clients, advisors and the general public. For Certified Financial Planners, CPAs, and other professionals 1.5 continuing education hours will be available for attending this presentation. We look forward to hosting you!
Yoga for Children, Teens & Adults with Autism – FREE!
January 23, 2021 –
Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation.
Participants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will be added to the list to receive, by e-mail, the videoconference login and password for any future yoga classes. You will receive this information directly from the yoga instructors before each Saturday class. You may request to unsubscribe from the list at any time.
Each class will open about 10 minutes early for participants to visit with one another. Please login at least a few minutes early to get admitted. Instructors will close the class to late arrivals promptly at 3:30pm so that instruction can begin on time and proceed without interruption. We look forward to seeing you at the next Yoga Connections session.
If you have any questions or you registered and are not receiving the weekly e-mails, contact Susanne Mason at susanne.mason@howard-autism.org.
This group is designed for independent adults with autism ages 24+. Currently meeting virtually each Saturday at 5:30pm. To join, email ekmyers@gmail.com.
Join Pathfinders for Autism for an Indoor Family Friendly Scavenger Hunt. Gather your entire family and be ready to earn points for the items you can find from our list of 25. Earn points for each item you are able to retrieve, with the opportunity to collect BONUS points as well. Tally your points and the winning team will receive PFA Swag!
Limited to 40 teams, so register TODAY! Each Team Captain (person from the household who registers), will receive a zoom link and instructions within 24 hours of game time.
Yoga for Children, Teens & Adults with Autism – FREE!
January 30, 2021 –
Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation.
Participants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will be added to the list to receive, by e-mail, the videoconference login and password for any future yoga classes. You will receive this information directly from the yoga instructors before each Saturday class. You may request to unsubscribe from the list at any time.
Each class will open about 10 minutes early for participants to visit with one another. Please login at least a few minutes early to get admitted. Instructors will close the class to late arrivals promptly at 3:30pm so that instruction can begin on time and proceed without interruption. We look forward to seeing you at the next Yoga Connections session.
If you have any questions or you registered and are not receiving the weekly e-mails, contact Susanne Mason at susanne.mason@howard-autism.org.
This group is designed for independent adults with autism ages 24+. Currently meeting virtually each Saturday at 5:30pm. To join, email ekmyers@gmail.com.
Our areas of focus continue to be education and advocacy. Our voices will continue to be used in a positive, organized effort to help parents and professionals convey information and experiences to leadership, to support the Department of Special Education in their goals, and to advise the Board of Education and top-level decision makers in Baltimore
County Public Schools.
Our meeting topics will remain fluid this year so that we can be responsive to the needs of BCPS families during these unprecedented times. We hope you will consider joining us for any or all of the scheduled SECAC meetings below.
Registration is not required. All meetings are open to the public.
Yoga for Children, Teens & Adults with Autism – FREE!
February 6, 2021 –
Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation.
Participants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered, you will be added to the list to receive, by e-mail, the videoconference login and password for any future yoga classes. You will receive this information directly from the yoga instructors before each Saturday class. You may request to unsubscribe from the list at any time.
Each class will open about 10 minutes early for participants to visit with one another. Please login at least a few minutes early to get admitted. Instructors will close the class to late arrivals promptly at 3:30pm so that instruction can begin on time and proceed without interruption. We look forward to seeing you at the next Yoga Connections session.
If you have any questions or you registered and are not receiving the weekly e-mails, contact Susanne Mason at susanne.mason@howard-autism.org.
This group is designed for independent adults with autism ages 24+. Currently meeting virtually each Saturday at 5:30pm. To join, email ekmyers@gmail.com.
Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E. Cheese
BCPS SECAC Meeting