Spectrum Events
Spectrum Events: Connecting, Educating, and Celebrating Diversity
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La Hora del Cuento [Virtual]
¡Nuestros especialistas en desarrollo infantil se alegran en ofrecerle a usted y a sus hijos una emocionante lectura de cuentos virtual!
Durante nuestras sesiones interactivas leeremos libros, cantaremos canciones, moveremos nuestros cuerpos y nos conectaremos con otros niños y cuidadores. Cada día leeremos una historia diferente que involucrará a los niños mientras exploran el mundo que los rodea.
Es necesario registrarse. ¡Complete el formulario de registro de participantes de Story Time para reservar su lugar!
Para obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico a EveryoneRR@ccrcca.org
FAST Fins Mountain View Aquatic Center
Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GAFOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.
Atlanta Botanical Gardens Family Activity
Atlanta Botanical Gardens 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GAA day at Atlanta venues is a typical outing for a typical family. But a family with a child with disabilities might never consider such an outing; their child may not be able to spend the entire day to justify the cost of the tickets or they may shy away because of the stares of strangers. Families can check in anytime between 9-11AM & walk throughout the gardens at their own pace.
Octoberfest
Camp Twin Lakes - Will-A-Way 210 S. Broad Street, Unit 5, Winder, GA, United StatesEach fall, FOCUS offers Octoberfest, a one-night camp experience for teens and young adults at Camp Twin Lakes, Will-A-Way. OctoberFest runs from approximately 10AM on Saturday through 3PM on Sunday. Activities include arts & crafts, rock wall, sports, and more!
Ambassadors of HOPE Fundraiser Dinner
2830 Windy Hill Road SE 2830 Windy Hill Road Southeast, Marietta, GAJoin us for an evening of FUN at the Ambassadors of HOPE Fundraiser Dinner. Don’t Miss IT!
FAST Fins Dynamo Practice
Dynamo Swim Johns Creek 5075 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GAFOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.
Online “Open” Support Group for Families of Autistic Adults
This open group meets one Sunday a month and is for parents, family members, and friends of Autistic individuals. Guest speakers are hosted every other month.
Online “Open” Support Group for Partners of Autistic Individuals
This open group meets on the second Monday of the month and is for the neurotypical individual married to or in partnership with someone who is Neurodivergent.
Online “Open” Support Group for Women (50+)
Join us monthly for an open support group that offers Autistic women, age 50+ an opportunity to come together to explore issues such as:
Receiving a diagnosis later in life
Masking and Camouflaging
Finding Support; Building and Maintaining Relationships
Challenges Post Menopause; Decline of Executive Functioning
Mid-Life Identity
Managing Stress and Coping Strategies
Self-Care
Online “Open” Workshop – Introduction to Autism for Adults
A presentation and discussion for Autistic adults to come and explore their understanding of autism through a neurological lens. We will discuss common misconceptions, the Autistic identity, and common Autistic traits, strengths, and challenges. This presentation is given by an Autistic adult and a Neurodivergent ally. You might enjoy this presentation and discussion if you are newly diagnosed, considering whether you may be autistic, or if you have only explored autism through a deficit lens in the past.
Online “Open” Workshop – Introduction to Autism for Families
This 90-minute workshop will address common misconceptions, investigate Autistic identity, and explore Autistic traits, strengths, and challenges. This presentation will provide insights into your child’s neurotype, preparing you with an informed mindset for raising an Autistic child. Parents, family members, and caregivers of individuals who are potentially Autistic are also encouraged to attend.
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