Candid: Build A More Disability-Inclusive Organization with RespectAbility
2023-05-04 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | online, online
Date: Thursday, May 4

Time: 2:00 p.m. ET / 1:00 p.m. CT / 12:00 p.m. MT / 11:00 a.m. PT
Duration: 90 minutes
Register Online
RespectAbility is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit that works to create systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities. RespectAbility advances policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future.
In honor of RespectAbility’s tenth anniversary in 2023, we will reflect on RespectAbility’s accomplishments and our progress towards our mission to fight stigmas and advance opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community. We will discuss RespectAbility’s history and evolving advocacy. We will share how we hope to change the landscape for the disability community in our next ten years. We will highlight ways that organizations can join the movement and advance on their own journeys to become more accessible, equitable, and inclusive of the disability community and its intersecting identities.
If you have a disability and may require accommodations in order to fully participate, please contact Candid via onlinelibrarian@candid.org, or you can reach them at (800) 421-8656 (option 3). For more information, please visit Candid’s Disability Inclusion page. Live captioning will be available during this event.

In Person Shabbos Event with Yachad
2023-05-04 17:30 - 19:00 | Boca Raton Synagogue, 7900 N, Montoya Circle N, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Thursday, May 4th 5:30PM to 7:00PM

Boca Raton synagogue7900 N, Montoya Cir northBoca raton, FL 33433

Simone Broide+15619294568broides@ou.org

Adult Support Group by Zoom! with UM CARD
2023-05-04 18:00 - 19:00 | online, online
An online support group to help bring adults with autism together to interact, gain support from one another, and learn new skills. Participants must be registered with UM-NSU CARD, be 18 years or older, and be out of high school. They also must be able to sustain a reciprocal conversation and discuss a variety of topics.
Phone screening is required.
Thursdays at 6:00 pm

February 2
March 2nd
April 6th
May 4th

If you have any questions contact Jennifer Feinstein at 305-284-3734 or jfeinstein@miami.edu Zoom Link to participate will be sent by email prior to the event.
Zoom Link to participate will be sent by email prior to the event.

Banking for Independence for the Neuro Diverse with Neuro Consulting Services
2023-05-04 18:00 - 19:00 | online, online
Meeting Tuesdays for 6 weeks
Silvia Gil, M.S.Ed. | President and Founder
Neuro Consulting Solutions
Office: 786.788.0573
Mobile: 305.778.2251
www.neuro-cs.com
https://form.jotform.com/Neuro_Consulting/banking101

Seminario de la Ley IDEA y IEP con Parent to Parent
2023-05-06 09:45 - 14:00 | online, online
May 6 @ 9:45 am – 2:00 pm

En 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.
Favor registrarse por separado para cada taller.
IDEA 9:45 a.m. -11:45 a.m. http://bit.ly/3Fyhuyb
IEP 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/3Z2Euft
¡Infórmese, conozca sus derechos y participe activamente en la educación de su hijo!

In Person Event with Yachad
2023-05-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Boca Raton Synagogue, 7900 N, Montoya Circle N, Boca Raton, FL, 33433, United States
Sunday, May 7th 5:00PM until Sunday, May 7th at 7:00PM

Boca Raton Synagogue7900 N, Montoya circle NBoca raton, FL 33433

Simone Broide+15619294568Broides@ou.org

BeWell Initiative with GMJF: Building Your Parent Toolbox: Learning to Support Your Child's Wellbeing in Adolescence and Beyond
2023-05-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Temple Beth Am, 5950 SW 88th St,, Pinecrest, FL, 33156, United States
Mental health experts from our community will be presenting and facilitating discussions around the topic of “Building Your Parent Toolbox: Learning to Support Your Child’s Wellbeing in Adolescence and Beyond.” There are two opportunities to attend: Monday, May 1 at Beth Torah Benny Rok Campus in North Miami Beach at 7:30 p.m., with Dr. Jessica Dahan, Clinical Supervisor from Jewish Community Services of South Florida and on Monday, May 8 at 7 p.m. at Temple Beth Am in Pinecrest with Dr. Amy Boyers, Clinical Psychologist. For more information and to register, please click here.
The BeWell initiative is a resource designed to educate, prepare and support the mental health and wellbeing of teens and young adults in Miami’s Jewish community. For additional questions, please contact BeWell Miami Coordinator Shoshana Farbman at sfarbman@gmjf.org or 786.866.8413. Click here to learn more about the national BeWell initiative, spearheaded by the Jewish Federations of North America.

The Florida Guardianship Process with Parent to Parent
2023-05-09 10:00 - 12:00 | online, online
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.

May 9

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Secondary & Post Transition

Virtual Training

Movie Screening - The Right to Read - with the Lucy Project, FIU and Coral Gables Congregational UCC
2023-05-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Coral Gables Congregatinal UCC Church, 3010 De Soto Blvd, Coral Gables, FL, 33134, United States
The Lucy Project, The Reading Explorers Program, operated through FIU’s Center for Children and Families, and Coral Gables Congregational UCC cordially invite you to join them as part of The 10 Days of Connection on
May 9th at
Coral Gables Congregation UCC
3010 De Soto Blvd, Coral Gables, FL 33134,
to screen the documentary: The Right to Read.
Doors will open at 6:30 pm with opportunities to connect with community partners. The screening will begin at 7 pm. Community discussion and Q&A will follow the screening. Let’s come together to build a stronger and healthier community by addressing one of the most foundational indicators of life-long success: the ability to read.

For more information on the film please visit:
https://www.therighttoreadfilm.org/

Special Needs Parent/Caregiver Support Group Evenings, JAFCO & JFS
2023-05-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-05-24 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 Rosen at the South Palm Beach JAA at:
tzippir@ralesjfs.org

Parent Support Group for African American/Black & Haitian Families with Parent to Parent
2023-05-11 17:30 - 18:30 | online, online
Join 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 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Venue

Virtual Training

Sensory–Friendly Family Shabbat Service
2023-05-13 09:00 - 10:00 | 5950 North Kendall Drive, Pinecrest, FL 33156, 5950 North Kendall Drive, Pinecrest, FL, 33156, United States
Geared toward children with sensory processing disorders, but open to all! We invite you to join us on Shabbat morning for an abbreviated service featuring soft music, dim lighting and comfortable seating.
Questions? Contact Michele Kaplan at michelemkaplan@yahoo.com.

How I Learn with GiGi's Playhouse Down Syndrome
2023-05-16 20:00 - 21:00 | online, online
At GiGi’s Playhouse, we see potential, ability, and possibility. We educate, inspire, and believe. We celebrate uniqueness and we shout out to the world so everyone knows how AWESOME Down syndrome is!
Maybe you know a family member, a student, a neighbor, a classmate with Down syndrome, or maybe you have Down syndrome yourself- we want to share some of our tools for learning and communication so you can pass it on!

Focuses on topics that help your loved one, allows for time to listen, learn, ask questions and network. Do you have a topic you want to hear more about, let us know.
If you are unable to login and register, we would love for you to join us, please contact your playhouse for assistance.
When you are here we will answer all of your questions and support you with your My GiGi’s login.
SFcalendar – Miami (gigisplayhouse.org)

Community Connectedness and Technology with RespectAbility
2023-05-17 14:00 - 15:00 | online, online
Date: Wednesday, May 17
Time: 2 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. CT / 12 p.m. MT / 11 a.m. PT
Duration: 60 minutes
Register Online

Learn more about the full series

Throughout the pandemic, technology solutions provided opportunities for people with I/DD and their families to participate in what used to be inaccessible activities and environments. Today, tools such as virtual platforms, communication technologies, connected communities, and cognitively accessible solutions are applied in innovative ways to decrease loneliness and provide ways for individuals to access religious and spiritual environments. Our presenters will discuss the utilization of technology solutions across domains and innovative approaches spiritual leaders are using to reach new audiences and allow greater participation from people with I/DD.

Fireside Chat: Changing Attitudes by Amplifying Authentic Disability Narratives with RespectAbility
2023-05-17 15:30 - 16:30 | online, online
Date: Wednesday, May 17

Time: 3:30 p.m. ET / 2:30 p.m. CT / 1:30 p.m. MT / 12:30 p.m. PT
Duration: 60 minutes
Register Online

Learn about the whole 10th Anniversary Series

Changing attitudes means that we challenge stigma and amplify authentic narratives on disability. We’re proud to be a “nothing about us, without us” organization, led by those with a diversity of disabilities and other intersectional identities. Disabled people are the best experts on their lived experience, and we work to promote this reality across our pillars.
Join us on Wednesday, May 17 to hear from members of our Board and Staff about our work in this area, and our vision for the coming years. This webinar will have live captions and ASL interpretation, and attendees will be able to ask questions in Zoom through the Q&A function.

Fashion and Performing Arts Show with FunClusion Extravaganza at the Broward Center
2023-05-20 15:00 - 17:00 | Broward Center for the Perfoming Arts, 201 Southwest 5th Avenue ,, Ft. Laduerdale, FL, 33312, United States
The 2nd Annual Future FLO’ristic FUNclusion children, family & friends megaFLO, returns to the world famous Broward Center! This marks FUNclusion’s 10th year anniversary!
Hosted by QuickThePoet & Yesse Leyva, this Quick2Love Foundation, Inc & (DPT) Disability Programs and Training Partnership brings an incredible experience and showcase, highlighting the incredible talent of BIPOC artists & artists with and without disabilities!

Featuring an inclusive fashion show, live music
arts, and spoken word performances.

Adaptive Beach Days with Sabrina Cohen Foundation
2023-05-21 11:00 - 15:00 | Allison Park, 6475 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL, 33141, United States
Upcoming Adaptive Beach Days

PLEASE NOTE
The Sabrina Cohen Foundation Adaptive Beach season will start on Sunday, April 16, 2023 • 11am – 3pm and continue every
3rd Sunday of the month through November 2023.
Beach Days will be held back at 6475 Collins Ave, Miami Beach • On-site parking, on a first come first serve basis.
For questions or more info, email Sabrina@sabrinacohenfoundation.org

RSVP here or confirm with an e-mail to Sabrina@sabrinacohenfoundation.org

ADHD Symptoms 101: An Overview of Comprehensive Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
2023-05-24 15:00 - 16:00 | online, online
This webinar will explore the symptoms of ADHD and how they manifest in individuals across the lifespan. A clinical psychologist and ADHD coach will discuss the criteria used to diagnose ADHD and the importance of a comprehensive evaluation process. She will also discuss evidence-based treatment options, including medication, behavioral interventions, and lifestyle changes. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of ADHD and the tools to develop a comprehensive treatment plan for individuals with ADHD.

ABOUT THE EXPERT:
Janina Elbert Maschke, PhD, is the CEO and founder of ADHD Empowerment. With a doctoral degree in psychology and experience as an ADHD and executive functioning coach, as well as her work in the department of child and adolescent psychiatry at the University Clinic Erlangen, Germany, she brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the table.

Promoting Community Participation for LGBTQ+ Adults with IDD
2023-05-31 16:00 - 17:00 | online, online
Promoting Community Participation for LGBTQ+ Adults with IDD

31 May, 2023, 4 PM-5 PM

Presenters:
-Elizabeth K. Schmidt, PhD, Lincoln Memorial University
– Jess Bauzá de García, MOT, LAUREL
-Fran Hladysz, MASS
-Oscar Hughes, MEd, Boston University
Join us to hear about the lives of LGBTQIA+ people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and learn more about barriers and supports for their community participation and engagement. Speakers will share their research findings and recommendations for researchers, healthcare and disability service providers, educators, and family members.
Register here

Agencias y Programas Gubernamentales que Mejoran la Vida de las Personas con Discapacidades
2023-06-01 10:00 - 12:00 | online, online
June 1 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

En esta presentación, aprenderá sobre los programas, servicios, criterios y proceso de solicitud para servicios cruciales como:
Administración del Seguro Social (SSI), Agencia para Personas con Discapacidades (Exención de Medicaid), Rehabilitación Vocacional (Servicios de Empleo VR) y Servicios de Transporte Especial (STS).

June 1

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Advocacy & Leadership

http://bit.ly/3yYPyQ5

Seminario de la Ley IDEA y IEP con Parent to Parent
2023-06-03 09:45 - 14:00 | online, online
June 3 @ 9:45 am – 2:00 pm

En 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.
Favor registrarse por separado para cada taller.
IDEA 9:45 a.m. -11:45 a.m. http://bit.ly/3JVsBUc
IEP 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. http://bit.ly/3nbXD1a
¡Infórmese, conozca sus derechos y participe activamente en la educación de su hijo!

Parent Support Group for African American/Black & Haitian Families with Parent to Parent
2023-06-08 17:30 - 18:30 | online, online
June 8 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Recurring Event (See all)

Join 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 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Details

June 8

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Advocacy & Leadership

Venue

Virtual Training

Other

https://bit.ly/3zAMgBy

Friendship Circle SUMMER CAMP
2023-06-12 08:00 - 2023-06-16 17:00 | Friendship Circle Miami, 8700 SW 112th St, Miami, FL, 33176, United States
Summer Camp is fun at Friendship Circle! Let’s get ready to board the bus and experience some amazing field trips together!

The Impact of ScreenTime on Neurodivergent Kids with CHADD, Recorded
2023-06-13 08:00 - 17:00 | online, online
The Impact of Screen Time on Neurodivergent KidsAsk The Expert

Health of Mind | Experts in ABA Therapy | Helping Children Move Forward with Parent to Parent
2023-06-13 10:00 - 12:00 | online, online
June 13 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy is considered the number one evidence-based treatment for individuals with behavioral problems and developmental delays. With over 20 years of experience, Health of Mind group of clinicians can help your child move forward. This presentation will review the services offered to families.
Presenter: Christian Carbonell , Health of Mind Representative

Details

June 13

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Venue

Virtual Training

Other

https://bit.ly/45ju4N8

Adaptive Beach Days with the Sabrina Cohen Foundation
2023-06-18 11:00 - 15:00 | 6475 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, 6475 Collins avenue, Miami Beach, FL, 33141, United States
PLEASE NOTE
The 2023 Adaptive Beach season will start on Sunday, April 16, 2023 • 11am – 3pm and continue every
3rd Sunday of the month through November 2023.
Beach Days will be held back at 6475 Collins Ave, Miami Beach • On-site parking, on a first come first serve basis.
For questions or more info, email Sabrina@sabrinacohenfoundation.org

RSVP here or confirm with an e-mail to Sabrina@sabrinacohenfoundation.org

Adaptive Beach Days

Sunday
June 18, 2023
Sunday
July 16, 2023
Sunday
August 20, 2023

REGISTER

Special Needs Caregiver Support Group with JAFCO & JFS
2023-06-20 10:00 - 11:00 | online, online
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 ROSEN AT THE SOUTH PALM BEACH JAA AT:
TZIPPIR@RALESJFS.ORG

The Future Starts Now: Preparing for Secondary Transition in Middle School with Parent to Parent
2023-06-20 10:00 - 12:00 | online, online
June 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Do you envision middle school as a launching point for secondary transition and adult life? Register today to participate in a virtual training where participants will learn about activities and strategies that support students to transition from elementary to middle school and from middle school to high school. This training will help participants to understand the importance of keeping the students’ long-term needs in mind during the middle school years.

Details

June 20

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Secondary & Post Transition

Venue

Virtual Training

Other

http://bit.ly/3FCAf3E

Changing Attitudes by Amplifying Authentic Disability Narratives with RespectAbility
2023-06-21 15:30 - 16:30 | online, online
Changing attitudes means that we challenge stigma and amplify authentic narratives on disability. We’re proud to be a “nothing about us, without us” organization, led by those with a diversity of disabilities and other intersectional identities. Disabled people are the best experts on their lived experience, and we work to promote this reality across our pillars.
Fireside Chat: Wednesday, June 21, 3:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. PT
Join us on Wednesday, June 21 to hear from members of our Board and Staff about our work in this area, and our vision for the coming years. This webinar will have live captions and ASL interpretation, and attendees will be able to ask questions in Zoom through the Q&A function.

Register Online
