Resources
Disability Justice Day at the Capital (St. Paul, MN)
Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, St Paul, MN, United StatesThe Disability Advocacy Rally at the Minnesota State Capitol is a time for people with disabilities, their allies, and their supporters to come together and advocate for policy change. There's greater strength in numbers, so please join the Autism Society of Minnesota and their community …
Fi & Friends Autism Resource Fair (Clive, IA)
Horizon Events Center 2100 NW 100th St, Clive, IA, United StatesJoin Fi & Friends for their 2nd annual Autism Resource Fair. A safe and inclusive space designed to connect autistic individuals, families, and educators with community resources and support. About Fi & Friends Fi & Friends is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit located headquartered in Des …
29th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference
Marriott Minneapolis Airport Hotel 2020 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN, United StatesThis year’s conference will feature keynote speakers Devon Price, Dr. Paula Kluth, and Lydia Dawley, as well as breakout sessions tailored for all audiences including autistics, family members, educators, and professionals. Visit the AuSM Shop, gather information from key autism exhibitors, and spend your conference days networking and learning …
Steps for Autism Minnesota
ROC at the St. Louis Park Rec Center 3700 Monterey Drive, St Louis Park, MN, United StatesAll funds raised through Steps for Autism stay in Minnesota to make a positive local impact within the autism community. Steps for Autism’s resource fair is the primary reason many participants come to this annual event. Individuals, families, businesses, and community groups are encouraged to …
Pool Party at Rosedale Rapids (Facing Autism, Inc.)
Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center 3230 10th Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA, United StatesOn June 8th, Facing Autism, Inc. is hosting a private pool party for children with special needs and their families. This event is free for families and will take place at Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Check out Facing Autism, …
Sensory 101 Virtual Training from ChildServe
VirtualSensory processing is a term you might have heard or read about, but what does it mean? For every child and family, sensory processing and sensory regulation can look different.ChildServe occupational therapists, Danielle Hubby and Katie McCabe, will present on what sensory processing is and …
Sensory Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair
Iowa State Fair 3000 E Grand Ave,, Des Moines, United StatesSensory-Friendly Morning returns to the Fair for the third year in 2024 and has grown in popularity with special programming modifications, designated educational areas, clear directional signage and trained volunteers throughout the Fairgrounds. Extra consideration has been given to environmental factors at the Fair that …
Make Your Mark! Conference
Gateway Hotel & Conference Center 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, United States2024 Conference Theme: Grow Where You Are Planted The Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council (DD Council) Make Your Mark! Conference is geared toward Iowans with disabilities who want to be more involved in advocacy at a local, state, or federal level. Parents, family members, caregivers, direct …
3rd Annual Fall Carnival at Cultivating Hope Farms
Cultivating Hope Farms 5500 240th Street, Ames, IA, United StatesFi & Friends Trick-or-Treat & Autism Safety
Blue Compass 1601 48th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United StatesEnjoy a sensory & autism-friendly Trick-or-Treat experience! Costumes are encouraged but not required. Event hosted by Fi & Friends!
Parent Training: Waivers 101 (Virtual)
Zoom WebinarThe Iowa Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver programs provide service funding and individualized support to help your child and family be more successful in the community and home setting. As a parent of a child with special healthcare needs, it's important to be aware …