We’re excited to announce that the Southern Minnesota Autism Coalition is hosting our Annual Inclusive Trunk or Treat! We’re looking for individuals, businesses, and organizations interested in hosting a trunk for this special event on Friday, October 25th, from 5 PM to 7 PM. This …
The 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 …
Join the Autism Society of Iowa on Saturday, December 14th at 10:00am for a sensory-friendly showing of Frozen at Varsity Cinema in Des Moines. Thanks to the generous support of the BWA foundation, this event is free for all attendees! A small popcorn and medium …
An engaging and interactive concert experience in a relaxed environment where all audience members are welcome to be who they are while enjoying music with family and friends. This concert takes place in the Target Atrium, where you can see and hear the instruments up …
For every mainstage show in their season, Children’s Performing Arts hosts a relaxed performance. This allows patrons with sensory, social, physical, and cognitive needs to attend a production in a safe and welcoming environment. Modifications to this performance include lights remaining dim in the audience, …
Sensory Friendly Sunday is a monthly event is designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities. From 8 am to 11 am on the second Sunday of the month, the galleries will be closed to the general …
2024 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 …
