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3rd Annual Fall Carnival at Cultivating Hope Farms

August 13, 2024AnnouncementsAutism, Behavioral Health, Communityby midwestautismcenter

Midwest Autism Centers Expands, Adding 5 New Clinicians in Des Moines

Midwest Autism & Therapy Centers is expanding in Des Moines, adding five new clinicians to meet the growing need for early intervention ABA therapy.

Activities, Autism, Autism Awareness, Community, Community Events, Family, Family Event, Resources, Sensory Friendly

Sensory Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair

Sensory-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 …

May 16, 2024Education, Tips & TricksAutism, Community, Education, Parent Support, Safetyby midwestautismcenter

5 Things Law Enforcement Should Know About Autism Spectrum Disorder

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder is crucial for law enforcement to ensure the safety and respect of individuals with ASD. This article offers key insights and practical tips for officers to effectively interact and assist those on the spectrum, highlighting the importance of communication, awareness of safety risks, and supportive approaches during interventions.

Autism, Autism Skills, Community, Parent Support

Helping Your Child with ASD Learn to Ride a Bike

Challenges with body awareness, balance and motor control, and hand-eye coordination can make riding a bike difficult. Learn a number of tips for successful bike riding including purchasing equipment, making bike adjustments, breaking down riding into smaller steps, clothing protection, practice makes perfect pedaling, staying …

Community, Community Events, Event, Family Event, Minnesota, Non Profit, Sensory Friendly

Alice in Wonderland at Children’s Theatre Company

Take a tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice and you’ll land in a wonderfully wacky world of rhymes and ridiculousness, checkerboards and cheeky cats, Mad Hatters and mayhem. In this head-spinning show, Alice chases the White Rabbit through the audience, attends the most absurd …

Community, Community Events, Event, Family Event, Minnesota, Sensory Friendly

Sensory-Friendly Concert with the Minnesota Orchestra

Join the Minnesota Orchestra on Tuesday, March 26th at the Target Atrium for a sensory-friendly 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 program is hosted by Lyndie …

Autism, Community, Community Events, Family, Family Event, Holiday, Non Profit, Sensory Friendly

DSM Children’s Museum Sensory Friendly Glowtastic Egg Hunt

The fourth Friday of each month is our Sensory Friendly play time for children on the autism spectrum or with other sensory sensitivities and their families to connect and explore. This month will be extra special with a continuous glow in the dark egg hunt …

Autism, Community, Event, Family, Non Profit, Parent Support

Fi & Friends Parents Night Out

Socialize with other Autism parents, enjoy some laughs, eat a delicious catered dinner, and walk away with a fun giveaway! Can’t make it due to childcare needs? No worries, Fi & Friends have you covered! Kids can be dropped off (in the same building) with …

Autism, Autism Awareness, Autism Society, Community, Community Events, Education, Event, Minnesota, Resource Fair, Resources

29th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference

This 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 …