VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
July 26, 2020 –
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.
Spouse Group for Neurotypical Partners in a Neurodiverse Relationship
July 26, 2020 –
Group leader Grace Myhill, MSW, focuses small group discussions on coping strategies for the unique issues that arise because of the neurological differences between each partner in a neurodiverse couple.
Applied Behavior Analysis in the Classroom: An Introduction for Interdisciplinary Staff Members
July 28, 2020 –
This one-day workshop provides participants with an introductory overview of the basic theory of applied behavior analysis (ABA) as it pertains to teaching new behavior and reducing problem behavior for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). This training is for people who are or will be working with children with disabilities, but who do not have a strong behavioral background and wish to learn more about the theoretical foundations of ABA.
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
July 28, 2020 –
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.
The Autism Society of America launched a Facebook Live series dedicated to providing relevant, COVID-19 information for the autism community. The weekly broadcast will feature an expert discussing specific topics like mental health, federal emergency funding, and continuing education at home.
Additionally, we have partnered with myHana, an organization provided educational programming support for caretakers, to co-host a second Facebook Live series. Experts will be discussing ongoing challenges for caretakers during the COVID-19 crisis.
Tune in to our weekly episodes, with two chances to engage with experts, or watch at your convenience by accessing past episodes below.
Parent Workshop: Being the Best Advocate for Your Child at School and in the Community
July 30, 2020 –
Parents and families play an important role in how well children do in school and in the community. They are the first agents for identifying children’s strengths and challenges, opening doors to support and services and ensuring that those doors remain open to meet their children’s needs.
Dismantling the School to Prison Pipeline in Charles County: A Virtual Town Hall
July 30, 2020 –
How does the presence of police in schools impact students? How can we promote positive behavior and school safety without pushing children out of schools and into the criminal system? Please join Disability Rights Maryland as we hear from a panel of families and experts in a virtual town hall meeting focused on the school-to-prison pipeline in Charles County Public Schools.
Further details are included in the flyer below! To register for the event, go here ➡️
Together Apart Online Support - Let's Make Connections! - For Autistic Adults (18+)
July 30, 2020 –
Join us for an opportunity to connect and engage with others, share your concerns and hear how others are managing during this difficult time. You are not alone!
Group leader Grace Myhill, MSW, focuses small group discussions on coping strategies for the unique issues that arise because of the neurological differences between each partner in a neurodiverse couple.
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
August 6, 2020 –
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.
Support Group of the Autism Society of Baltimore-Chesapeake
August 6, 2020 –
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
Together Apart Online Support - Let's Make Connections! - For Autistic Adults (18+)
August 6, 2020 –
Join us for an opportunity to connect and engage with others, share your concerns and hear how others are managing during this difficult time. You are not alone!
What Families Need to Know About Planning for a Loved One with Special Needs
August 7, 2020 –
Presented by Elville and Associates’ President and Principal Attorney Stephen R. Elville, this popular webinar is a global discussion that will thoroughly educate attendees about planning for their loved one with special needs.
Attendees will come to fully understand what is involved in the planning process for a special needs family and the importance of preserving their loved one’s financial security and quality of life.
The key issues of understanding the role of public benefits, making decisions about the future, using estate planning and trusts to protect assets, and Maryland ABLE will be presented 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 discussed will be the “planning team concept” — how your planning team (attorney, financial advisor, CPA, and others) — can work together to help provide your family peace of mind during the special needs planning process and beyond.
Please use the RSVP option below to secure your registration and receive the webinar link. Should you have any questions before the event, please contact Community Relations Director Jeff Stauffer at jeff@elvilleassociates.com, or 443-393-7696 x117. We look forward to hosting you!
Contact Name : Jeffrey Stauffer -- Community Relations Director
Join PFA staff live as they present a vast array of resources available on our website to include COVID related information, Autism by Age resources, PFA Tips articles, our online provider directory, and more. Staff will demonstrate how to navigate our site to find the information most critical to you. Attendees will have the opportunity to speak with PFA staff.
The online resource fair is free to attend, but registration is required. Prior to the fair, a Zoom link will be sent to you.
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
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Location: Mid-Atlantic Human Service Corporation Main Office 2109 Laurel Bush Road Bel Air, Maryland 21015
Together Apart Online Support - Let's Make Connections! - For Autistic Adults (18+)
August 13, 2020 –
Join us for an opportunity to connect and engage with others, share your concerns and hear how others are managing during this difficult time. You are not alone!
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.
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
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Location: Lighthouse, Inc 60 Mellor Avenue Catonsville, MD 21228
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
August 20, 2020 –
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.
Together Apart Online Support - Let's Make Connections! - For Autistic Adults (18+)
August 20, 2020 –
Join us for an opportunity to connect and engage with others, share your concerns and hear how others are managing during this difficult time. You are not alone!
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
August 23, 2020 –
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.
Spouse Group for Neurotypical Partners in a Neurodiverse Relationship
August 23, 2020 –
Group leader Grace Myhill, MSW, focuses small group discussions on coping strategies for the unique issues that arise because of the neurological differences between each partner in a neurodiverse couple.
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
August 25, 2020 –
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.
Together Apart Online Support - Let's Make Connections! - For Autistic Adults (18+)
August 27, 2020 –
Join us for an opportunity to connect and engage with others, share your concerns and hear how others are managing during this difficult time. You are not alone!
Presented by Mackenzie Irvin
Find out how parents can involve their child with Special Olympics and how parents can volunteer. You will also get great information on Special Olympics YAP (Young Athletes
Program) which helps children of all abilities improve their coordination and balance.
To register for this workshop, please email the PRC at prc@ccps.org.
Contact Name : Cecil County Public Schools’ Parent Resource Center For Special Education
DFKDC wants to be on the forefront of change and equality empowerment. This is a commitment we make to our families through our mission and programming. With a diverse population that includes 36% African American, 8% Asian American, and 1% Middle Eastern—it is pivotal for DFKDC to advocate for their families and promote disability awareness. The annual Equality Summit will focus on one important topic that our society is facing each year and bring together thought leaders, speakers, and our own DFKDC participants to share their experiences, learn from each other, and most importantly – discuss how we can support change. DFKDC’s commitment is to select youth with disabilities (our participants) during each yearly summit and work with them to create the following year’s equality summit.
Over August 29th weekend, we will be organizing 3 FREE one-hour virtual panels that we invite our DFKDC families and volunteers, youth with disabilities, families of all backgrounds, and all individuals across the nation to join. We are excited to have the support of experts from different fields to educate us on ways we can teach, advocate, and promote equality within our communities and world. You can register for 1, 2, or all 3 sessions. If you have any questions, please email Glenda at gfu@dreamsforkids.org
DFKDC wants to be on the forefront of change and equality empowerment. This is a commitment we make to our families through our mission and programming. With a diverse population that includes 36% African American, 8% Asian American, and 1% Middle Eastern—it is pivotal for DFKDC to advocate for their families and promote disability awareness. The annual Equality Summit will focus on one important topic that our society is facing each year and bring together thought leaders, speakers, and our own DFKDC participants to share their experiences, learn from each other, and most importantly – discuss how we can support change. DFKDC’s commitment is to select youth with disabilities (our participants) during each yearly summit and work with them to create the following year’s equality summit.
Over August 29th weekend, we will be organizing 3 FREE one-hour virtual panels that we invite our DFKDC families and volunteers, youth with disabilities, families of all backgrounds, and all individuals across the nation to join. We are excited to have the support of experts from different fields to educate us on ways we can teach, advocate, and promote equality within our communities and world. You can register for 1, 2, or all 3 sessions. If you have any questions, please email Glenda at gfu@dreamsforkids.org
Compensatory Education Issues During, Before, and After the Pandemic
September 1, 2020 –
The fourth seminar of this series entitled “Compensatory Education Issues During, Before, and After the Pandemic: Effective Advocacy and Avoiding Missteps” will be presented by Nancy Potter, Esq. and John Goldsborough, Esq. Tune in to learn about determining compensatory education and the factors families are weighing during the pandemic. Join Attorney Potter and Attorney Goldsborough as they discuss the practical implications of law and policy.
To watch this presentation live, sign up for the electronic newsletter called the MLO Minute at mcandrewslawoffices@gmail.com.
Contact Name : McAndrews, Mehalick, Connolly, Hulse and Ryan P.C.
I'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.
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
September 3, 2020 –
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.
Support Group of the Autism Society of Baltimore-Chesapeake
September 3, 2020 –
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
Together Apart Online Support - Let's Make Connections! - For Autistic Adults (18+)
September 3, 2020 –
Join us for an opportunity to connect and engage with others, share your concerns and hear how others are managing during this difficult time. You are not alone!
VIdeo Group for Spouses/Partners of Adults with Asperger's
Dismantling the School to Prison Pipeline in Charles County: A Virtual Town Hall