Events Calendar
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CHEMED Medicine and Ethics Conference
Location Armon Hotel Stamford, Connecticut
Contact: www.medicineandethics.org
An educational and inspirational weekend for medical professionals and their families. Nationally and internationally acclaimed speakers will address attendees regarding relevant, cutting-edge topics in medicine and Halachah. Reservations requested.
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Location The Jaffe Family Center 1400 Coney Island Avenue Brooklyn, New York
Contact: https://makornetwork.org/workshop/
A self-care workshop for caregivers followed by a culinary experience by Toss It and art with clay by Zelda’s Art World. Registration requested.
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Unlocking Potential with Diagnostic Vocational Evaluations For People With Vision Loss
Discover how Diagnostic Vocational Evaluations (DVE) empower individuals who are blind or visually impaired to achieve meaningful employment and greater independence. This presentation will explore the purpose, process, and benefits of a DVE, offering insights into how it identifies career opportunities and equips individuals with the tools to succeed in the workforce. Registration requested.
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Contact: https://lighthouseguild.org/events/the-world-of-ai
An informative webinar on the transformative world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This discussion will cover the basics of AI, what AI is, where we stand today and how its shaping accessibility for people who are blind or visually impaired. Learn about Chat GPT, Perplexity and other AI platforms as well as those designed for use by someone with vision loss, such as BeMyAI, Seeing AI and wearable devices like Ray-Ban Meta Glasses making a difference the lives of users. Registration requested.
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Sensory Diet Solutions: Everyday Tools for A Balanced Nervous System
Contact: https://handsonapproaches.com/course/sensory-diet-webinar
A webinar on Sensory Diets: How to transform daily routines at home and in school. Registration requested
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Temple Grandin---Nine Simple Life Rules
Discover what made Dr. Grandin not only a successful career woman but also a dedicated teacher and advocate. Learn to strive to be good, not perfect; work hard set goals, and other life changing principals that helped her become a leading animal scientist and a renowned advocate for individuals with autism. Registration requested.
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Interdisciplinary Treatment Approaches for Youth with IDD and Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions
Contact: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2781991362215826266
An insightful and practical webinar focusing on the critical topic of interdisciplinary treatment approaches for youth with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) and co-occurring mental health conditions. This session will provide valuable strategies for professionals working across various disciplines to address the unique needs of this population. Webinar Highlights: Understanding the complex needs of youth with IDD and mental health conditions Key strategies for integrating services across multiple disciplines Best practices in behavioral interventions and supports Insights on how to collaborate effectively with families, educators, and clinicians to support youth with dual diagnoses. Registration requested.
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Navigating Support Coordination With Confidence
Contact: https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/navigating-support-coordination-with-confidence/
Support Coordination is a key resource for individuals and families that helps plan for and guide all adult services for an individual eligible for New Jersey DDD services. A Support Coordinator will work with the individual and their family to begin the person-centered planning process, including the Individualized Service Plan (ISP). Learn about the process of identifying a support coordinator, their roles and responsibilities and explaining the different waivers, tiers and acuity. Registration requested.
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Preventing Disaster: An Overview of the Fatal Five
Contact: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4792133914298208351
This webinar will address the health conditions sometimes referred to as the "Fatal Five" - aspiration, dehydration, constipation, infection/sepsis, and seizures. These conditions are common causes of preventable death in people with IDD. Attendees will learn about how these conditions can develop, know what to look out for, and receive practical advice, tips, and resources in preventing their onset. Registration requested.
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Preventing Disaster: An Overview of the Fatal Five
Contact: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4792133914298208351
This webinar will address the health conditions sometimes referred to as the "Fatal Five" - aspiration, dehydration, constipation, infection/sepsis, and seizures. These conditions are common causes of preventable death in people with IDD. Attendees will learn about how these conditions can develop, know what to look out for, and receive practical advice, tips, and resources in preventing their onset. Registration requested.
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The 2025 Play Conference: The Full Spectrum of Play!
Contact: https://toddlerplayconference.com/
Play is one of the most powerful tools in a child’s development. For kids with autism, however, access to meaningful, affirming play can be limited. This Play Conference is a FREE 4-day online event designed to help you confidently use neurodiversity-affirming, play-based therapy strategies to support kids on the spectrum in ways that truly matter. Registration requested.
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Contact: https://lighthouseguild.org/events/seeing-ai-update-and-review
Seeing AI, the extremely popular and useful smartphone application by, Microsoft, just had an update! Built for people who are blind or visually impaired the seeing AI app, available for free app on iOS and Android devices, uses artificial intelligence to assist with reading printed text, describing scenes, identifying people and much more. This talk will explore its practical uses and discuss how it can make certain tasks more efficient. Registration requested.
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Private Practice 101: Starting and Growing Your Own Practice
This course was created to guide SLPs through the process of starting a private speech therapy practice. Featuring how to set up a business structure, marketing strategies, and HIPAA compliance guidelines, this course will cover all the essentials to begin your private practice journey. CEUs available. Registration requested.
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Location Intrepid Air Sea And Space Museum Pier 86 New York, New York
Contact: https://intrepidmuseum.org/
A program for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. From ships to planes, vessels of all types rely on navigation to find their way. Families will explore historic navigation tools and techniques used at sea and make connections to how we navigate today. Registration requested.
11:00 pm Children
4:00 pm Teens and adults
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Chuck E Cheese Sensory Friendly Sunday
Contact: www.chuckecheese.com/sensory-sensitive-sundays/
A sensory friendly event the first Sunday of every month offering an opportunity for children to enjoy games in a calm and safe environment that includes dimmed lighting, no show or music, and trained & caring staff. See website for participating branches.