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Purpose-driven, functional mentorships support low-pressure learning … how to play a specific video game or cook a particular dish. Informal mentorships are not arranged by an organization or group, and mentors and mentees are not assigned. Mentees, their parents, teachers or friends seek out someone with … I use the knowledge and apply it? If my co-worker hasn’t been to a meeting with my boss and has little understanding of the group dynamics, I can’t achieve my goal of understanding the meeting behavior. It might be time to find a better mentor for … nothing I do is typical. That is one of the many things I enjoy about autism. … Purpose-driven, functional mentorships support low-pressure learning …

Autism Speaks strongly supports new rule to reduce barriers to health care services for many autistic people… Autism Speaks joined in coalition with other key health advocacy organizations to strongly support the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) proposed rule , issued by the Department of Treasury, the … such as applied behavior analysis, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, cannot be excluded from any individual or group health insurance plan subject to MHPAEA. Evaluating network adequacy and design issues We also support the … … Autism Speaks strongly supports new rule to reduce barriers to health care services for many autistic people …

Neurodiverse Teen Canteen… Calling all neuro-divergent teens: Join us for some fun on Friday evenings! The group practices socializing and enjoys various activities, while supporting each other. We are an inclusive group welcoming to all. Our group is unique because it is hosted by a … of professionals vs. led by programming. This means that the teens interact organically, and the clinicians are there for support and to facilitate independence. The per class fee goes toward the cost of clinicians and activity fees. Some …

Autism Awareness Summer Splash-Tacular… "Splash-Tacular. Kids can enjoy our water slide and play are. Make knew friends and learn more about our upcoming Parent Support Group forums. Bring the family, bring friends, all welcome. Snacks and drinks provided. … Autism Awareness Summer …

Pump It Up Omaha Autism Night… Support group meeting sponsored by the Autism Society of Nebraska. You don't need to be a member to attend. This event is …

Sensory-Friendly Afternoon… Museum and Discovery Woods! Sensory-Friendly Afternoons are all about inclusion: the Museum is open to the public, but group visits and birthday parties are not scheduled to avoid crowding and support access to exhibits. You can prepare for your visit by reviewing our Discovery Museum Story Guide, which includes a …

Volunteer New York! MLK Sensory Friendly Community Day of Service … a community service project together in a sensory friendly environment. The project offers easy to use supplies, in a small group setting, with low lighting and low noise and flexibility to stay as little or as long as attention spans allow. This … is not a drop off space, a family member is required to stay. Room will have staff with sensory disorder training to offer support and guidance on project. This project is specifically designed for individuals who are on the autism spectrum and/or …

Autism Speaks connects families and caregivers of children with autism to essential skills through Caregivers Skills Training program… Caregiver Skills Training (CST) for Families of Children with Developmental Delays or Disabilities, developed with the support of Autism Speaks, addresses the lack of specialized care available in some parts of the world and teaches caregivers … courses and digital content, including quick tip videos, quizzes and prompts, to caregivers who lack access to in-person group trainings,” said Dr. Chiara Servili, who leads WHO’s work on the mental and brain health of children and adolescents. … participants gain insight directly from trained community members and other families to further strengthen their local support network. In delivering resources to help children with autism and their families reach their full potential, Autism …

FREE Summer Youth Theater Workshop - Spectrum Speak Up… » Tech Week: August 1 – 5, 2022 (Mon-Fri, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) » Performances: August 6, 2022 Thanks to the generous support of foundations, corporations, and individuals, the program is offered entirely free-of-charge to all participants. … Speak Up program, which includes separate programs for Teens and Veterans. The Orange County Asperger’s Support Group (OCASG) and Chance Theater are working together to present a new version of our award-winning Speak Up program, …