College Admissions Testing and Neurodiverse Students
online onlineNavigating the world of college admissions testing is nerve-wracking under the best circumstances. Add in your child’s dyslexia, and the process can be terrifying. Join us for a presentation by Wendy Raynor, College Admissions Test expert, to better understand the current standardized testing landscape and how to navigate the accommodations process. May 9 @ 7:00
Special Needs Caregiver Support Group with JAFCO & JFS
online onlineSPECIAL 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
Parent to Parent of Miami Community Meeting
online onlineMay 10 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Recurring Event (See all) A community meeting open to school staff, service agencies, community members or anyone who wants to learn more about Parent to Parent of Miami, ask questions and share resources! Sessions are available the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. If interested
“Overcoming Hardships” interactive youth panel with Parent to Parent
online onlineMay 10 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Be part of an informal, interactive, youth panel discussion on “Overcoming Hardships“. Open to parents and youth ages 12 – 22. A four youth panel with varying disabilities ranging in age from 16 – 22, will talk about the challenges they faced, how they overcame them during high school
Grupo de Apoyo Para los Abuelos, con UM-NSU CARD
Nova Southeastern University NSU CARD Office, 6100 Griffin Road, 3er Piso, Davie, FL, United StatesWednesday, May 11, 2022 10am to 11:30am I'M INTERESTED SHARE GRUPO DE APOYO PARA LOS ABUELOS ABOUT THIS EVENT NSU CARD OfficeView map Add to calendar 6100 Griffi n Road, 3er Piso Davie, FL 33314 Disfruta la oportunidad de conocer a otros abuelos de niños con un diagnostico de autismo, compartir experiencias , hacer preguntas
Behavior Strategies for Families and Caregivers, FDLRS Seminar
online onlineThe 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
Sabrina’s Adaptive Beach Day, New temporary location
73rd street and Ocea Terrace Miami Beach, FL, United StatesOur 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 onlineSPECIAL 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
Inclusive Crisis Preparedness & Management, ensuring people with disabilities are contributors and recipients
online onlineThis seminar will also be recorded! https://mailchi.mp/jafi/webinars?e=18f20518d7
The Florida Guardianship Process with Parent to Parent
online onlineMay 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
Behavior Support Group – Virtual Support Group with UM-NSU CARD
online onlineBring 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 onlineREGISTER 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 StatesJoin 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 onlineFEDERATION 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 personSPECIAL 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
Minorities in Autism with UM NSU CARD
online onlineUniversity 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 onlineSPECIAL 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
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for Newbies UM-NSU CARD
online onlineTuesday, 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
Inclusive Crisis Preparedness & Management, ensuring people with disabilities are contributors and recipients
online onlineThis seminar will also be recorded!
How to Become a US Citizen with ASL and CC for people who are hard of hearing or deaf hosted by USCIS
online onlineU.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Miami and Caribbean District Office invites you to a virtual event to learn about the naturalization process and what you need to become a U.S. citizen. This is a free event open to the public. USCIS employees will be available to answer your questions. NOTE TO MEDIA: This engagement