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Virtual Playgroup

Virtual

Get ready for a fun Virtual Playgroup experience!

During each session our early childhood experts will plan activities that encourage adult-child interactions throughout the session and beyond. All activities and experiences are based on topics that will prepare children for success in school and life.

Children and their caregivers will engage with other participants while singing songs, reading stories, and participating in interactive activities. Walk away with tools and resources to help create quality early childhood experiences in your home!

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Horario De Oficina Virtual

Virtual

Reunase personalmente con un especialista en apoyo familiar de Care Parent Network y obtenga respuestas a sus preguntas

15 minutos

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclcemqrjMoG9AFofxva-CcBTps0Vq-t0I7

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Virtual Office Hours in English

Virtual

English Speaking

Meet 1:1 with a Care Parent Network Family Support Specialist and get your question answered

Sign up for a 15 minute time slot

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctduyvqzkrGtbcF1DZUfTQvK-Vj2a2uQH_

Strategies, Tools, and Resources for Maximizing Participation in IEP Meetings

Virtual

Strategies, Tools, and Resources for Maximizing Participation in IEP Meetings will dive into practical strategies and address common challenges, equipping IEP teams with tools to foster more productive and inclusive meetings. The California Department of Education will also present information on how they are supporting family participation in the IEP process by enhancing communication, streamlining assistance, and responding to concerns, through their newly formed Constituent’s Office.

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Seattle Coffee with Kyo: Connect with Peers and Chat About All Things ABA

Virtual

Join us for Coffee with Kyo, an engaging virtual event where we chat over coffee and introduce you to the exciting world of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and the amazing opportunities we have at our company!

This event offers a unique chance to connect with fellow Behavior Therapists (BTs) in the greater Seattle metro area, while gaining valuable insights into the BT position at Kyo. Get ready to engage in an informative discussion with one of our regional leaders who will guide you through the hiring process and the necessary requirements to join our team.

Whether you're a long-time CBT or a newcomer taking your first steps into the ABA field, we're eager to connect with you!

Attendees will receive a credit for your favorite drink or snack. Don't miss out on this opportunity—RSVP now! ☕️

December 10th registration link: https://kyocare.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMoc-mrqjwqHtwKjzlYUcLqwPmaotsli1Pq#/registration

December 12th registration link: https://kyocare.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpcOCuqjIpGtbB5FQG1DWOawxsJIX5Hjwv#/registration

Webinar: Supported Decision-Making with Students with IDD

Virtual

This webinar is part of a series for special educators presented by the Center on Youth Voice, Youth Choice, a project at the Institute for Community Inclusion. Visit www.youth-voice.org for more information.

Let’s Travel to Portugal!

Virtual

This series is comprised of interactive sessions with each week focusing on a new place or cultural activity, while incorporating storytelling, music, poetry writing, and/or a simple craft. Each session will include a follow-up message filled with tips, activities, and recipes for families to continue to enjoy after the virtual trip. The focus of each group is to explore a new world, experience a variety of engaging opportunities, and enjoy a sense of camaraderie and community.

Embark on a Journey with Let’s Get Away, Together! Series 22! ✈️-

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Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group

LIFE Living Independence for Everyone (Savannah) 4811 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA

Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group meets every Tuesday evening in person at LIFE, located at 4811 Waters Avenue in Savannah. This is not an open/drop-in group, you must register to participate.

Empowering neurodiverse adults and young adults to develop a local support network of peer support.

For more information or to register, please contact Heather at 240-328-8026.

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Online “Closed” Support Group for Parents of Adults (23+)

This “closed” support group is for parents who have an Autistic adult child 23+ years of age. Other adult family caregivers may also register for this group. “Closed” support groups are ideal for parents and other adult family caregivers who want to go beyond sharing their stories with newcomers each time at open support group meetings.

AANE support groups provide an opportunity for parents and family caregivers to voice their concerns and frustrations and celebrate hard-won and unexpected victories. Although each group will focus on different themes and questions, here are some of the most common ones:

Now that your child is an adult, how do you support and/or parent without power?
How do you keep the lines of communication open?
How can you help the Autistic adult find and sustain employment and live independently?
How do you motivate them to expand their social network?
What types of services have other families used and what were the results?
How have other members tapped into health, income, housing, and other benefits?

8 week series. Advanced registration is required.

$180

Online “Open” AANE Book Club for Adults

Virtual

The group meets online every month to discuss a specific book (fiction or nonfiction). Post-high school Autistic adults are welcome to attend the meetings, whether or not they have finished the book selected for the meeting. Books for the currently planned meetings are:

December 10 – The Speed of Dark by Elizabeth Moon
January 14 – TBD
February 11 – TBD

$10

What a Great IDEA! A Brief Overview of Special Education for Parents and Families

Virtual

Join us as P2P discusses the basic components of Special Education and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This training will explain how the process of special education works, including Child Find, Response to Intervention (RTI) and Student Support Teams; making a referral; what to expect from an evaluation; how to prepare for an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting and how to resolve disputes.

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