Grandparents Support group with JAFCO & JFS
online onlineGrandparent Support Group All our grandparents are welcome to join our LIVE support group! Every Friday at 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM For information and PRE REGISTRATION contact Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. 954-315-8664 linda@jafco.org Our support groups provide a safe place to share your concerns and challenges with others who have similar life experiences. Here
JDAIM event JAFCO and UM CARD – Transitioning to Adulthood for People With Special Needs
online onlineTransitioning to Adulthood for People With Special Needs Tuesday, February 15, 2022 6:30-7:30 PM On Zoom Join us for a virtual conversation with Natalie Roman, Transition Specialist at the University of Miami’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (UM CARD) and Linda Sachs, Outreach Coordinator for JAFCO. For more information and to
Take the Leap – Transitioning from Early Steps to Pre-K ESE, Parent to Parent
online onlineFebruary 16 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Do you have questions about where your child will go after Early Steps? Register to learn about the programs and services that may be available in the community when your child turns three. Details February 16 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Early Transition Venue Virtual Training Other https://bit.ly/31CZ9Pj
Special Needs Parent/Caregiver Support Group, JAFCO & JFS
online onlineSPECIAL 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
Defining Neurodiversity Virtual Seminar with Haley Moss & Joshua’s Path
online onlineThursday, February 17, 2022 | 7:00 p.m. | FREE Neurodiversity gets a lot of attention as a potential competitive advantage for business, but it is a lot broader than we think. Understanding our friends, colleagues, and others who may have mental health challenges, intellectual disabilities, acquired brain differences, learning disabilities, or something else like autism
Grandparents Support Group with JAFCO & JFS
online onlineGrandparent Support Group All our grandparents are welcome to join our LIVE support group! Every Friday at 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM For information and PRE REGISTRATION contact Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. 954-315-8664 linda@jafco.org Our support groups provide a safe place to share your concerns and challenges with others who have similar life experiences. Here
JDAIM event Outdoor film screening Here We Are, MJFF, MJAA, MBJCC & TBS
Miami Beach Jewish Community Center 4221 Pine Tree Dr,, Miami Beach, FL, United StatesHere We Are Outdoor Film Screening Monday, February 21, 2022 7-9:30 PM Miami Beach Jewish Community Center 4221 Pine Tree Drive Miami Beach Here We Are follows the story of Aharon who has devoted his life to raising his son Uri. They live together in a gentle routine, away from the real world. Uri is
JDAIM event With Jewish Federations of North America – Breaking Down Barriers
online onlineBreaking Down Barriers Wednesday, February 23, 2022 7 PM On Zoom · Listen to some of our remarkable community members living with disabilities who share their personal stories of challenges faced and overcome · Get motivated by frontline representatives as they share examples of the life-improving impact that Jewish federations and partner organizations
JDAIM/Jewish Disability Advocacy Day event with Jewish Federations of North America
online onlineADVOCACY DAY Making Change Thursday, Feb. 24th 1-4 pm EST Hear from leading members of congress, disability advocacy champions, and experts who will help you to better understand the obstacles to inclusion. Learn about promoting national legislation and implementing grassroots strategies that will help lift millions of people with disabilities out of poverty. Get the
Social Factors and Health with the American Association for Health and Disability
online onlineAAHD PRESENTS: ALL OF US RESEARCH PROGRAM INFORMATIONAL Thursday, February 24, 2022 3:00 PM 5:00 PM Center for Independent Living of South Florida (map) Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81352102653 Presented by: the American Association on Health and Disability Learn how social factors play a role in your health and more!
Grandparents Support Group with JAFCO & JFS
online onlineGrandparent Support Group All our grandparents are welcome to join our LIVE support group! Every Friday at 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM For information and PRE REGISTRATION contact Linda Sachs, L.C.S.W. 954-315-8664 linda@jafco.org Our support groups provide a safe place to share your concerns and challenges with others who have similar life experiences. Here
JDAIM event with Friendship Circle of Miami Beach & North Dade Shabbat Dinner
Young Israel of Bal Harbour 9580 Abbott Avenue, surfside, FL, United StatesCome Celebrate JDAIM with a Shabbat Dinner hosted by the Friendship Circle of North Dade & Miami Beach Friday, February 25, 2022 7 PM Young Israel of Bal Harbour 9580 Abbott Avenue Surfside, FL Friendship Circle of Miami Beach and North Dade, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the special needs community, invites
Scholarships for Florida Schoolchildren Workshop with Parent to Parent
online onlineScholarships for Florida Schoolchildren March 1 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about: The Florida Tax Credit Scholarship Program (FTC) and the Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES) based on income: Financial assistance for private school tuition or transportation to attend a public school in another district. The Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique
Time for Me Mother’s Support Group, UM-NSU CARD
online onlineEnjoy the opportunity to meet other moms of children on the autism spectrum, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. Wednesday, March 2nd 6:00pm Special Guest and Time Dr. Michael Alessandri Registration is required in order to receive the zoom link to participate. To register or if you have any questions, contact Sara Dajer s.dajer@miami.edu
10 Basic Financial Steps for Special Needs Caregivers with Parent to Parent
online onlineMarch 2 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm This workshop will discuss 10 basic steps to help you prepare for the financial future of your child with special needs. As a parent the single most important issue on your mind, is what will happen to my child after I’m gone. There are some needs that will always
Special Needs Parent/Caregiver Support Group, JAFCO & JFS
online onlineSPECIAL 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
IEP Workgroups IN PERSON with Parent to Parent
Parent to Parent 7990 SW 117th Avenue, Suite 200 Florida 33183, Miami, FL, United StatesIn person IEP workgroups are back! This interactive workgroup will help you: Prepare for your child’s next IEP meeting Develop an Action plan that identifies your child’s educational needs Advocate for the right support and services Build capacity and understanding of your child’s IEP Current IEP must be sent in advance by e-mail to info@ptopmiami.org or fax
Seminario de la Ley IDEA Y IEP con Parent to Parent
online onlineEn el seminario aprenderá sobre el Acta para la Educación de los Individuos con Discapacidades (IDEA) diseñado para proteger los derechos de estudiantes con discapacidades y sobre el Plan de Educación Individualizado (IEP) que apoya la educación y servicios necesarios para los estudiantes de educación especial. Dos sesiones diferentes Favor registrarse por separado para cada
Inclusive Purim costumes DIY videos for children who use walkers and wheelchairs
online onlineA new initiative in honor of Purim – a series of DIY Costume tutorials so parents of children with disabilities can create Purim costume magic. CLICK HERE for all costume tutorials. The project was covered in Algemeiner. This exciting project, created in partnership with industrial design students from The Holon Institute of Technology, enables parents of children with disabilities
Parent Support Group for African American/Black & Haitian Families with Parent to Parent
online onlineJoin us for our monthly support with our Outreach Enrichment Project team. This time will be used to connect with other parents and share your concerns. Sessions available the 2nd Thursday of each month 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
