Events Calendar
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Location Intrepid Air Sea And Space Museum Pier 86 New York, New York
Contact: https://www.intrepidmuseum.org/education/access-family-programs
Look out! Learn about how Intrepid steered its way through the ocean and its airplanes piloted through the sky. Explore historic spaces and participate in activities that connect to how we find our way today.
11:00 am-1:00 pm ages 5-17
2:00-4:00 pm Teens and adults ages 14 plus
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Location Washington DC
Contact: www.nordsummit.org
The Rare Diseases and Orphan Products Breakthrough Summit brings together members of the rare disease community. Join disease experts and leaders from patient advocacy groups, government, industry, and academia to unlock new insights, network in a positive virtual environment, and discuss critical topics in the rare diseases and orphan products field. Registration requested.
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Location Lake County Fairgrounds Events Center Greyslake, Illinois
Contact: https://www.nourishedfestival.com/
The Gluten-Free Expo is an event dedicated to the unique needs of those who need or want to lead a gluten-free lifestyle for themselves or their family. The all-virtual event will feature a full schedule of presentations, exhibitors, discounts, giveaways, and the ability to connect with others in the community. The Gluten-Free Expo will cover a variety of topics to help you lead your best gluten-free life. Online option available. Registration requested.
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New Jersey Youth Transition Conference---Virtual
Contact: https://www.njyouthtransition.life/
A virtual event for youth with IDD and their families featuring sessions on accessibility, employment, housing, self-advocacy, and more. Registration requested.
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Advocating for Your Child with Vision Loss
Advocating for services, educational or medical, can be frustrating and confusing. Learn more about tools and strategies to help you advocate for your child while developing relationships with service providers. Registration requested.
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Webinar: Supported Employment: Rights and Resources (Virginia)
Contact: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/supported-employment-rights-resources-tickets-694213109097
Learn about Supported employment through the Virginia Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS), Available resources in the community to support entry into the workforce, and Waivers as they relate to supported employment. Registration requested.
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Location Hurrah’s Atlantic City Atlantic City, New Jersey
Contact: https://www.autismnj.org/education-training/annual-conference/
Caregivers and professionals can join keynote addresses, workshops, networking and more. CEUs available. Registration requested.
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Webinar: Your iPad, Our Video Magnifier – A Perfect Pair
Contact: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tpdOc4FOQLyOB2AlBNVkAQ
You will learn about the ease of using the new iPad Solution – the MagniLink WifiCam; To discuss the versatility of this device and how it can seamlessly integrate into any student’s learning environment; and to appraise which combination of video magnifier and iPad is the best fit for an end-user with low vision. ACVREP credit available. Registration requested.
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AAC in Early Intervention: Where Do I Start?
Contact: https://www.ablenetinc.com/aac-in-early-intervention-where-do-i-start-live-registration/
This webinar will explore a framework to help early intervention providers identify children who may benefit from early access to AAC tools and strategies. You'll gain basic tips for integrating an AAC perspective into your assessment and family support practices, as well as resources to continue your learning in these areas. Registration requested.
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Jewish Museum Access Family Workshop
Location 1109 5th Avenue New York, New York
A multi-sensory program for visitors with intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families. Explore the museum’s collection and create your own work of art. Registration requested.
11:00 am-12:30 pm ages 5-17 in person
2:00-4:00 pm ages 198 and up in person
2:00-3:30 pm all ages---virtual
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Contact: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2659091240403896667
As children age, parents will be faced with decisions about guardianship and surrogate decision-making. In addition, the service delivery system changes dramatically as children exit the school system. Often, there are waiting lists for services. And federal entitlement programs, such as SSI and Medicaid can be confusing and hard to access. In this presentation, participants will learn about what to expect from the service system as a child transitions to adulthood and how to avoid common problems. Registration requested.
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Mental Health First Aid Training
Location Lifetown 10 Microlab Road Livingston, New Jersey
Contact: https://fcnj.com/umatter-mental-health-first-aid-training2023/
Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance abuse challenges among adolescents ages 12-28. Registration requested.
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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.
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Location Queens Museum Flushing Meadows Corona Park Queens, New York
Contact:
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 718 592 9700 x130Children with disabilities ages 8-12 and their families are invited the first Sunday of each month for art-making activities, guided by trained museum educators and teaching artists. Each month explores a new theme and art activities.
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Location New Orleans, Louisiana
Contact: https://convention.thearc.org/
Connect and learn with advocates, professionals, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and their families. If you are interested in employment, education, advocacy, housing, criminal justice, and more – our sessions are sure to challenge, inspire, and motivate! Registration requested.