Behavior Strategies for Families and Caregivers, FDLRS Seminar

online online

The FDLRS Administration Project and Associate Centers Network are proud to offer a series of parent webinars to take place virtually over the 2021-2022 school year. Each webinar will be conducted monthly during lunch hours from 12:00pm-12:45pm, EST, on designated Fridays.  All session will be recorded and posted to our Recorded Webinars page for access throughout the year. These webinars are free of

Free

Sabrina’s Adaptive Beach Day, New temporary location

73rd street and Ocea Terrace Miami Beach, FL, United States

Our 2022 Adaptive Beach season will start on Sunday, May 15 2022 • 11am – 3pm   SCF launched its “Adaptive Beach Days” program to provide access to the beach and ocean for disabled individuals, veterans, children with special needs, and the elderly. This program provides access to the beach using a platform of decks

Special Needs Caregiver Support Group with JAFCO & JFS

online online

SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (Daytime) Support groups available for parents, caregivers of children with special needs. Join us and establish new connections, friendships and learn skills to help you and your children! FOR MORE INFORMATION and to PRE REGISTER, CONTACT: Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org or Tsippi

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The Florida Guardianship Process with Parent to Parent

online online

May 17 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm This presentation will explain in detail the process to request the legal guardianship of your adult child with disabilities. Participants will learn about the requirements and duties of a guardian. Presented by: Alejandra S. Moreno, Esq. Partner Casal & Moreno, P.A. Details May 17 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Free

Behavior Support Group – Virtual Support Group with UM-NSU CARD

online online

Bring your coffee, breakfast, and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome to join us for a virtual forum for caregivers and family members of individuals with autism spectrum disorder who are affected by challenging behaviors. UM-NSU CARD registration is required for participation. If you would like to attend the group and you are not currently

Free Virtual Workshop on the Importance of Legal Planning with Alpert JFS

online online

REGISTER BY MAY 16TH! NEXT LIFEPLANNING® WORKSHOP:   Click Here to Register 2022 LifePlanning® Calendar of Events*  February 15th, 10:00 a.m., on Zoom: Mental Health First Aid training (Additional classes added due to popular demand: March 8, 29; May 10; June 14) — SOL For more information contact: Tami Lustig, MSW Director of LifePlanning®  Tami.Lustig@AlpertJFS.org | 561-713-1917

Just for Dads with UM-NSU CARD

University of Miami 5665 Ponce De Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, FL, United States

Join us for a gathering of fathers of children with autism and related disabilities to support one another, share resources, and connect. Must be a registered UM-NSU CARD client. Meetings will be held in person. Registration with Dr. Alessandri is required to attend. Please make sure to register in advance to receive the most current

How Service Dogs Change Lives, Federation for Children with Special Needs

online online

FEDERATION FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS CONNECTING FAMILIES NEADS WORLD CLASS SERVICE DOGS CHANGE LIVES Thursday, May 19, 2022 Presented By: Katy Ostraff, LICSW and Katie Hanna, MA Description: The presentation will cover the was service Dogs impact the lives of people living with disabilities that they serve. It will cover various tasks our Service Dogs can

Special Needs GrandParent Support Group Day, JAFCO & JFS

in person

SPECIAL NEEDS Grandparent SUPPORT GROUP Support groups available for grandparents of children with special needs. Join us and establish new connections, friendships and learn skills to help you and your grandchildren! FOR MORE INFORMATION and to PRE REGISTER, CONTACT: Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org or Tsippi Rosen at

Free

Minorities in Autism with UM NSU CARD

online online

University of Miami Saturday, May 21 Minorities in Autism Minorities in Autism  Saturday, May 21, 2022 11am I'M INTERESTED SHARE MINORITIES IN AUTISMA support group for the families of a constituent with Autism or related disabilities who also identify with at least one minority status. i.e. gender, racial, ethnic, cultural, LGBTQ+, & economic minority to

Special Needs Caregiver Support Group with JAFCO & JFS

online online

SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (Daytime) Support groups available for parents, caregivers of children with special needs. Join us and establish new connections, friendships and learn skills to help you and your children! FOR MORE INFORMATION and to PRE REGISTER, CONTACT: Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org or Tsippi

Free

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for Newbies UM-NSU CARD

online online

Tuesday, May 24, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Has your loved one recently been diagnosed with autism? Are you unsure which piece of your puzzle to pick up first? Please join us for our newest parent support group created especially for families who receive a new diagnosis of ASD and are navigating an unknown journey. This support

Special Needs Parent/Caregiver Support Group Evenings, JAFCO & JFS

online online

SPECIAL NEEDS PARENT CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP (evening) Support groups available for parents, caregivers of children with special needs. Join us and establish new connections, friendships and learn skills to help you and your children! FOR MORE INFORMATION and to PRE REGISTER, CONTACT: Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org or Tsippi

Free

Opening Reception with Artist Jonathan Aizenstat at the MB JCC

Miami Beach Jewish Community Center 4221 Pine Tree Dr,, Miami Beach, FL, United States

2022 - Enchanted World Flyer Meet the artist and enjoy a walk through our second floor gallery space at the Miami Beach JCC. Jonathan Aizenstat, a self-taught professional artist with special needs showcases a series of bright watercolor and color pencil drawings that strives to transform a person’s emotions, and perceptions, taking them on a

Annual Family Cafe Convention for Floridians with Disabilities

Orlando, FL Orlando, Florida, United States

Since 1998, The Annual Family Café has brought Floridians with all types of disabilities together for three days of information, training, and networking. With a great range of individual breakout sessions, a packed Exhibit Hall with dozens of vendors, and a series of special events including Keynote speakers and The Governors’ Summit on Disabilities, The

Free

Special Needs Grandparent Support Group Day, JAFCO & JFS

online online

SPECIAL NEEDS Grandparent SUPPORT GROUP Support groups available for grandparents of children with special needs. Join us and establish new connections, friendships and learn skills to help you and your grandchildren! FOR MORE INFORMATION and to PRE REGISTER, CONTACT: Linda Sachs, LCSW Community Outreach Coordinator and Parent Support Group Specialist JAFCO 954-315-8664 | linda@jafco.org or Tsippi Rosen at

Free

Women on the Spectrum Support Group

online online

 Monday, May 30, 2022 6pm Join us for a support group specifically for autistic women. We will support each other as we share experiences and feelings that are unique to women on the spectrum. This group will be held virtually using the Zoom platform. This group is for women who are UM NSU CARD constituents,