Behavior Support Group UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

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Bring your coffee, breakfast, and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome to join us for a virtual forum for caregivers & family members of individuals with autism spectrum disorder who are affected by challenging behaviors. February 17th from 10:00am to 12:00pm UM-NSU CARD registration is required for participation. If you would like to attend the group and

Caregiver Support Group JAFCO & Ruth and Norman Rales Family Services

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Weekly Caregiver Support Group facilitated by: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Worker Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org AND Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org Please reach out to Ms. Rosen and Ms. Sachs before attending.     Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/95612412078

Friendship Circle Band – Miami

Friendship Circle Miami 8700 SW 112th St, Miami, FL, United States

Friendship Circle Band is a program in which children are exposed to the guitar, ukulele and drums as they learn to play their favorite tunes with our gifted music instructors and volunteers. This program is offered at no charge courtesy of funding though Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and The Children’s Trust. If your

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Caregiver Support Group JAFCO & Ruth and Norman Rales Family Services – Evening

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SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (EVENING) Bi-monthly Evening Caregiver Support Group facilitated by: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Worker Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org AND Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org Please reach out to Ms. Rosen and Ms. Sachs

Just for Dads – UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

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Gathering of fathers of children with autism and related disabilities to support one another, share resources, and connect. Wednesdays once a month from 6:30 - 8:00pm January 20 February 17 March 17 April 21 May 19 June 16 Must be a registered UM-NSU CARD client. Event registration required at https://justfordads.eventbrite.com  Once registered, you will receive Zoom

JDAIM Pandemic Parenting: We Want to Include YOU

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  Join in to hear from a panel of parents and experts on parenting in the pandemic. Brought to you by the Tikvah Center at the Gordon Day School. Zoom Info: 811 885 9475 Password: 393190

Equestrian Circle – Friendship Circle Miami

Friendship Circle Miami 8700 SW 112th St, Miami, FL, United States

We will be starting an exciting Equestrian Circle program beginning Thursday, January 7th from 4PM – 5PM, taking place at Whispering Manes Riding Center. The afternoon program is 30 minutes of riding and 30 minutes of grooming. Participants along with their volunteers will split into two groups of 3, so while one group is riding

Not Just ASD – Autism and Medical Condition Support Group – UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities

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Does your child have ASD along with another medical condition? This group is for family members who have a child or adult with ASD who has another cooccurring medical condition. This group will provide an opportunity to connect with other families facing similar challenges, support one another and share resources. Co-Hosted by Dr. Jennifer Durocher

Movement Mondays – Zumba! – Friendship Circle Miami in person

Friendship Circle Miami 8700 SW 112th St, Miami, FL, United States

An engaging, high energy and fun, drop-off dance program on Mondays. Children have the opportunity to enjoy dance, camaraderie and movement with our Instructor, along with our incredible volunteers!

$180

Fragile X, Autism and Family Life: An Online Screening of the Short Documentary Coaching Colburn, a Joint JAA ReelAbilities JDAIM event

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      Fragile X, Autism and Family Life: Coaching Colburn is a short film that looks into the family dynamics of James Colburn, an adult with Fragile X Syndrome and Autism. This poignant and comedic film documents James’ journey with his family at his side. Brought to us by ReelAbilities Film Festival, the largest

Friendship Circle Miami Art

Friendship Circle Miami 8700 SW 112th St, Miami, FL, United States

A program in which children will learn various techniques of art, and get to use many different mediums with a fabulous art instructor. These sessions will take place on Tuesdays from 4:30 – 5:30PM at The Friendship Circle campus. Dedicated Friendship Circle volunteers will be on hand to assist and bond with the children.

Caregiver Support Group JAFCO & Ruth and Norman Rales Family Services

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Weekly Caregiver Support Group facilitated by: Tzippi Rosen, LCSW Special Needs Community Liaison/Outreach Worker Ruth & Norman Rales Jewish Family Services 561-852-3112 | tzippir@ralesjfs.org AND Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org Please reach out to Ms. Rosen and Ms. Sachs before attending.  Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84448387829, Meeting ID:

Friendship Circle Band – Miami

Friendship Circle Miami 8700 SW 112th St, Miami, FL, United States

Friendship Circle Band is a program in which children are exposed to the guitar, ukulele and drums as they learn to play their favorite tunes with our gifted music instructors and volunteers. This program is offered at no charge courtesy of funding though Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and The Children’s Trust. If your

Free

Casa Familia Virtual Open House, English

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Join us to learn about The Village of Casa Familia, an affordable housing community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Session will be offered in both English and Spanish.   February 24, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. (English)   February 25, 2021 at 5:00 p.m. (Spanish)   For more information, call 786-505-8887, or by email

JDAIM Techniques to Create an Inclusive Seder with Beth Torah, Benny Rok Campus, VIRTUAL

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Title: Techniques to Create an Inclusive Seder Date:  Wednesday, February 24, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Presenters: Rich Berger and Linda Finkin Description: In a time of Covid, we will present information on transforming a successful, in-person inclusive Seder experience to a virtual one, and show how every Seder can be made more meaningful to people with

My Child Thinks Differently, Now What?

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Join us for an intimate conversation. We are calling on the experts who will discuss advocating for your child and yourself + share support tips while helping navigate the roads of testing, the various school set plans, and more. Let's get real together. This is a no-judgment program. Parenting is hard on a good day, having

South Palm Beach JDAIM Special Needs Panel Discussion

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South Palm Beach County Special Needs Panel Discussion Join us for an inspirational conversation facilitated by Emily Grabelsky, Co-Chair, JFNA National Disability Advocacy Committee, with local experts about the resources and services offered in the Jewish community. Thursday, February 25, 2020 | 9:30 AM   TO REGISTER, VISIT jewishboca.org/specialneedspanel

Equestrian Circle – Friendship Circle Miami

Friendship Circle Miami 8700 SW 112th St, Miami, FL, United States

We will be starting an exciting Equestrian Circle program beginning Thursday, January 7th from 4PM – 5PM, taking place at Whispering Manes Riding Center. The afternoon program is 30 minutes of riding and 30 minutes of grooming. Participants along with their volunteers will split into two groups of 3, so while one group is riding