eSight Go Demonstration Day

Location Lighthouse Guild Technology Center 250 West 64th Street New York, New York

Contact: https://lighthouseguild.org/events/esight-go-demonstration-day

A hands-on demonstration of the new eSight Go, a wearable electronic device designed to magnify your view at distance and near for individuals with low vision. The latest eSight Go features improved stabilization and a unique tilt feature that makes reading easier and more comfortable. The eSight Go can also enhance watching television, going to the theater, or to a sporting event. Come and experience the eSight Go firsthand and learn more about what magnification can do for low vision. Registration requested.

Hip Surveillance in Children with Cerebral Palsy

Contact: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/professional-learning-series-hip-surveillance-in-children-with-cp-tickets-887698800007

The United Cerebral Palsy's Professional Learning Series is pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Healy from Gillette Children's. By the end of this session, participants will be able to: Describe why hip surveillance is important in children with cerebral palsy; Understand the role of GMFCS level in a hip surveillance program; State several goals of effective hip surveillance. CMEs available. Registration requested.

Sensory Friendly Evening---The Submarine Growler

Location Intrepid Air Sea And Space Museum Pier 86 New York, New York

Contact: https://intrepidmuseum.org/sensory-friendly-evenings-submarine-growler

Submarines are one of the most unique experiences in the Navy. Explore the submarine Growler and the A View From The Deep exhibition to learn more about the adventures and challenges of life underwater. Note: The submarine is a narrow, one-way experience that requires the use of stairs and stepping through raised hatches. Guests are required to go through a practice hatch without assistance first. Registration requested.

Parent Connect: Support Group for Parents of Visually Impaired Children

Contact: https://aph.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rcOyhrzgrHNKIcMlgqoSgQtAOxsHjbKX3

APH FamilyConnect and the Chicago Lighthouse are pleased to offer this virtual support group for parents and families of children who are blind or visually impaired. These monthly sessions are for families to connect with and learn from each other about the joys, challenges, and adventures of raising children with visual impairments and blindness.  Registration requested.

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.

Museum Explorers

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 x130

Children 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. 

Connecting & Communicating with Young Learners with Autism Through AAC – Part 1

Contact: https://www.ablenetinc.com/connecting-communicating-with-young-learners-with-autism-through-aac-part-1-live-registration

In this session, participants gained a framework outlining the central role of social-emotional foundations in building communication skills for young learners with autism. Participants engaged with “connection concepts” like engagement, regulation, and relatedness and explored pre-linguistic AAC modalities. Participants identified strategies to maximize outcomes. CEUs available. Registration requested.

Autism and Adolescence with Dr. Temple Grandin

Contact: https://www.fhautism.com/about-our-autism-conferences/autism-and-adolescence-dr-temple-grandin-october-9-2024/

Dr. Grandin offer do’s and don’ts, practical strategies, and try-it-no tip, all based on her insider perspective and extensive research. He argue that adolescent on the spectrum must focus on their overlooked strength to foster their unique contribution to the world. Rather than wasting the singular gift of autistics, Dr. Grandin proposes innovative approaches to educating, parenting, employing, and collaborating together. Registration requested.

Guardianship and Durable Powers of Attorney

Contact: https://www.arcnj.org/news_events/calendar.html/event/2024/10/09/guardianship-and-durable-powers-of-attorney/493468

Learn how to secure guardianship and the importance of medical directives and durable powers of attorney for the long-term future. Registration requested.

How Parents Can Support Their Children: Homework, Test Prep and Parent-Teacher Conferences

Contact: https://lighthouseguild.org/events/how-parents-can-support-their-children-homework-test-prep-and-parent-teacher-conferen

A Zoom conference for parents of children with visual impairments. Join a discussion on how parents can effectively support their children with homework, test preparation, and tips for parent-teacher conferences. We’ll share strategies to prepare you, your child, and their teacher for the best outcomes both at school and at home. Additionally, we’ll provide online resources to assist visually impaired students in a range of skills across the general education and expanded core curriculum. Registration requested.

Insight Beyond Eyesight---Get Together for Visually Impaired Men

Location Brooklyn, New York

Contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

A small get-together for visually impaired boys and men (ages 16 and up) in Boro Park. Email for more information.

Navigating the New York System for People With Developmental Disabilities

Contact: https://www.yai.org/events/navigating-new-york-system-people-developmental-disabilities-15

Find out how to apply for eligibility through the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). A brief overview of the services available once eligibility has been established will also be provided. Information offered in this workshop is relevant only to New York State services. This workshop is geared toward people who have not yet applied for OPWDD eligibility. Registration requested

NORD Rare Summit

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.

Abilities Expo—Fort Lauderdale

Location Broward County Convention Center Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Contact: https://www.abilities.com/

Abilities Expo features endless access to the latest products, technologies and resources for the disability community! Get ready for an all-inclusive climbing wall, a ton of adaptive sports & dance, info-packed workshops and so much more. Registration requested.

Play Without Boundaries at the Please Touch Museum

Location Please Touch Museum Memorial Hall 4231 Avenue of the Republic Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Contact: 215-581-3181 This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

At this event, the Please Touch Museum is adapted to provide a relaxed environment for individuals with autism, learning differences, and other sensory or communication needs. Registration requested.