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October 3, 2024Education, ParentingAutism, Behavioral Health, Education, Family, Parent Support, Parenting, Resources, Sensory Friendly, Sensory Processing, Sensory Processing Awarenessby midwestautismcenter

Celebrating Sensory Processing Awareness Month 🥳

It's sensory-processing awareness month! Check out this blog to learn more about how sensory-processing affects kids on the Autism Spectrum.

Activities, Autism, Autism Awareness, Community, Community Events, Event, Family, Family Event, Holiday, Non Profit, Parent Support, Resources, Sensory Friendly

Fi & Friends Trick-or-Treat & Autism Safety

Enjoy a sensory & autism-friendly Trick-or-Treat experience! Costumes are encouraged but not required. Event hosted by Fi & Friends!

September 12, 2024Education, ParentingAutism, Education, Family, Parent Support, Parenting, Resourcesby midwestautismcenter

ABA and Neuropositivity: Self Esteem Building in Autism Therapy

Embracing "Neuropositivity" in therapy shifts the focus from conformity to celebrating neurodiversity and fostering positive self-esteem. Caregivers and therapists play a crucial role in this journey, creating supportive environments that empower children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to thrive. Practical strategies, such as integrating affirmations into daily routines and building a robust support network, can make a significant difference.

Autism, Autism Awareness, Community, Community Events, Iowa, Non Profit, Resource Fair, Resources

Make Your Mark! Conference

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 …

Activities, Autism, Autism Awareness, Community, Community Events, events, Family, Family Event, Non Profit, Resources, Sensory Friendly

3rd Annual Fall Carnival at Cultivating Hope Farms

August 8, 2024Education, Parenting, School life, Tips & TricksAutism, Education, Family, Parent Support, Parenting, Resourcesby midwestautismcenter

Back to School With ASD

Navigating the back-to-school transition can be particularly challenging for families with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Discover practical tips and resources to support your child's educational journey.

Autism, Education, Parent Support, Resources, Zoom

Sensory 101 Virtual Training from ChildServe

Sensory 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 …

Event, Family Event, Michigan, Resources, Sensory Friendly

Sensory-Friendly Showing: Despicable Me 4

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 …

Autism, Autism Awareness, Community Events, Outdoor, Resources, Sensory Friendly

Pool Party at Rosedale Rapids (Facing Autism, Inc.)

On 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, …