Conference/Workshops, Event by other community organization, Event sponsored by ASN. 30 November 2010 @ 3:58 pm.
Transition…
a word that can send shivers down your spine. For many of our community the biggest transition is moving beyond school. At last year’s state autism conference, speaker James Emmet created quite a buzz in his breakout sessions. Therefore the ASD Network is bringing him back and they are working with the Autism Society to create an evening session particularly for parents!
Our loved ones may receive services during their first 21 years of life BUT…they will be adults for the remaining 50+ years of their lives and what happens during those years will largely be due to their preparation, family support and advocacy!
James Emmett, M.S., is a national leader in development of employment services for persons with autism spectrum disorders as well as in assisting corporations in creation of outreach efforts to the disability and autism communities. He is an individual with a disability and a parent of three daughters with disabilities. James currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer of Integrated Behavioral Systems and is a Partner in the consulting firm Two Steps Forward. He graduated with a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Illinois Institute of Technology. James recently completed 1.5 years working as the Disability Program Manager for Walgreens helping set up the company’s national disability initiative. He also assisted Easter Seals National in laying the foundation for their national autism services network.
PLEASE TAKE NOTE that the evening session is for parents and professionals and the information will be relevant no matter the age of your child. It is never too early to start planning and preparing to help make their dreams come true.
January 25th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm ESU3 is located at 6949 S 110th St
Download the Parent Night Flyer HERE.
January 26th 8:30am - 3:30pm $15 fee
Download the Flyer for the Day Session HERE.
Conference/Workshops, Event by other community organization. 30 November 2010 @ 12:12 pm.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
5:45pm — 8:30 pm
St. Timothy’s Church
510 N. 93rd street
Download a flyer HERE.
Presentation brought to you by Ollie Webb Center, Inc.
Pizza dinner provided. Reservations required. Please call Janet at 346-5220, ext 14
You must make a reservation for on-site child-care, transportation, or interpretation services one week before the meeting by calling Cleo at 346-5220 ext 10.
Event by other community organization. 20 November 2010 @ 12:44 am.
Multi Sensory Saturday
Starting Black Friday November 26th and 27th
For special needs children ages 3 - 12
Drop your child off for a fun day of sensory activities, swinging, climbing, stories, holiday craft creation and socialization while you shop! Activities will be supervised and led by OT/PT/Speech therapists!!
Please download the flyer HERE for further details and remember to register early as space is limited.
Theraplayce is located at 15681 Spaulding. (156th and Maple) Close to Village Point and many other great shopping spots.
Theraplayce
15681 Spaulding Street
Omaha, Ne 68116
e-mail: info@theraplayce.com
(RSVP required by noon Wednesday as space is limited!)
Event by other community organization, Resources. 17 November 2010 @ 6:33 pm.
Sibshops are fun, informative workshops held for children ages 8 – 13 who have a brother or sister with a developmental disability. Siblings have a chance to meet other brothers and sisters and join them in recreational activities. While having fun in a safe environment, they can discuss their feelings about being a sib and talk about common concerns, interests, and joys.
For more information contact the Arc of Lincoln / Lancaster County at 421-8866 or visit their web site at www.arclincoln.org
Conference/Workshops, Event by other community organization. 17 November 2010 @ 6:23 pm.
Due to numerous requests from parents, the PRISM Project has decided to offer a special meeting on Transitions. Join them for this important training series for parents of a child preparing for the transition from school to adult life.
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saint Timothy’s Lutheran Church
510 North 93rd Street, Omaha
Dinner will be provided at 5:45pm. Please RSVP by December 3rd.
Print a flyer here.
Event by other community organization. 16 November 2010 @ 6:26 pm.
Thursday, November 18th - 6:30-8:00pm - Culler Middle School
A speaker from Social Security will touch on basic SSI/SSDI eligibility, benefits, work incentives, and serving as representative payee. Come with questions!
Meeting during the school year, the Family Connections program is a way for families to link with professionals in a casual atmosphere to gain knowledge on a variety of topics. Free respite/childcare is provided for individuals with or without disabilities. Reservations are required for respite services so that we are sure to accommodate everyone attending.
Event by other community organization. 27 October 2010 @ 11:03 pm.
Who: M.O.R.E. (Minority Outreach Resource Education) and the Charles Drew Health Center are providing a free, fun evening for families of children with special needs. The center will open an hour early for those with special needs. Enjoy plenty of Halloween candy, decorations, apples, oranges, punch and spooky fun! Come trick or treat with us!
Where: Indoors at the Charles Drew Health Center, 2915 Grant Street
Follow the balloons for handicap accessible parking.
When: Sunday, October 31, 2010
4:00pm – 5:00pm
Download a flyer HERE
For more information contact Pat Davis 214-7307 or email pd2leeky@yahoo.com
Conference/Workshops, Event by other community organization. 27 October 2010 @ 10:54 pm.
Temple Grandin, a world-renowned animal behaviorist who has autism, will speak at Kansas State University at 7 p.m. Nov. 9 in Forum Hall of the student union.
The lecture, which will cover Grandin’s personal and professional life, is free and open to the public. It also will be streamed live online at ome.ksu.edu.
Read the press release HERE.
Conference/Workshops, Event by other community organization. 27 October 2010 @ 10:44 pm.
Sexuality Education for persons with Developmental Disabilities
DATE: Tuesday, November 16, 2010
LOCATION: O Street Clinic 2246 O Street Lincoln, NE 68510
TIME: 4:30PM - 6:30PM
COST $0 - Complementary Snacks
WHO: This interactive workshop is designed for professionals, therapists and teachers who work with persons with developmental disabilities.
FACILITATOR - Lisa Schulze, M. Ed.
Register online now! www.ppheartland.org/training
Creating and implementing effective sexuality interventions for persons with developmental disabilities can be a daunting task. This interactive workshop is designed for professionals, therapists and teachers who work with persons with developmental disabilities. Participants will learn simple guidelines for providing sex education and ways to address barriers through effective sexuality policies, and discover the most current recommended books, video and curricula to help persons with developmental disabilities fulfill their intimacy needs safely and responsibly. Note: Information and resources on autism and Asperger’s Syndrome will be included. The first 20 participants to register will receive a complimentary educational resource for use with their clients and students.
Registration deadline is November 11, 2010 or when the workshop is full. Download a flyer HERE.
Event by other community organization, Event sponsored by ASN, Events. 22 October 2010 @ 11:12 pm.
A time for individuals with disabilities and their families to hang out with Husker athletes. All ages and abilities welcome.
Sunday, November 14, 2010
6:00pm - 7:30pm
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED AND there is limited space so RSVP immediately!
For the full details and registration information please download the flyer HERE.
Conference/Workshops, Event by other community organization. 19 October 2010 @ 10:35 pm.
Date: November 5, 2010
Location: ESU #3 / Cass-Douglas Conference Room
Time: 10:30 – 1:30 (Lunch will be provided)
Fee: Free to all Planning Region #3 Member Districts, $10 per staff and others
Audience: Birth to 5, Early Childhood and Kindergarten Teachers, Special Education Directors and Early Childhood Coordinators
Lois Balsillie will facilitate a Birth-5 transition planning meeting on Friday, November 5, 2010 at ESU #3. Lois is a former Early Childhood Special Education teacher. She has an extensive background in early childhood education including 15 years with Bellevue Public Schools before retiring in 2009.
Topics discussed will include:
• What Rule 51 says about Early Intervention Transition
• Who is involved in the child’s transition?
• What are the best practices and quality indicators?
• Latest research and implementation
• When do transitions occur?
• Examples and sharing of best practices and current models
• Brainstorming around barriers and solutions for quality transitions
Download a flyer here.
Event by other community organization. 15 October 2010 @ 8:14 am.
Sunday, October 17
5:30-8:00 p.m.
The Omaha children’s Museum has set aside a special evening for children with Autism and their families. The museum has worked with UNMC and Autism Action Partnership to create an appropriate environment. Come join the autism community for their very own chance to explore the Omaha Children’s Museum!
$10 per family or free with museum membership
No reservations necessary
Call (402) 930-2353 with questions
Event by other community organization. 7 October 2010 @ 11:04 pm.
What: Teens in Action Inclusive Service Project –Trick or Treat for Canned Goods & Pizza Party
When: Saturday October 23 (rain date Oct. 24)
Time Line:
9:30 am—Meet at First Presbyterian Church at 4511 6th Ave; 10 am - Leave church to start collecting canned goods
1 pm Meet at Pizza Hut (1412 2nd Ave) to drop off cans & enjoy a FREE pizza party
2 pm Party ends, parent pick-up
Contact: RSVP NOW, space is limited!
Arc of Buffalo County
Kristen Larsen; 237-4343
larsenkl@charter.net
4511 6th Ave. Ste. 204
Kearney, NE 68845
The Arc of Buffalo County has received a grant from ServeNE to plan, promote, and enjoy a community inclusive youth service project. On Saturday, October 23rd youth & young adults (ages 12—25) with and without disabilities are invited to come dressed in their Halloween costumes and go door to door throughout Kearney to ask for donations of canned goods for local food banks.
Members from The Arc’s Teens in Action 4-H Club Youth and YIPee (Youth Inclusion Project) would like to extend a special invitation to area 4-H groups and KHS & KCHS students to join the fun! This service project can count towards group or individual community service requirements!
We will meet at the 1st Presbyterian Parking lot at 9:30 am to organize into groups. At 1:00 pm groups will meet at Pizza Hut to deliver their canned goods and to enjoy a pizza party to celebrate giving back to our community.
This event is Free and Prizes will be awarded! Download a flyer HERE.
Event by other community organization. 7 October 2010 @ 10:56 pm.
Join us for a Family Fun Nite at the YMCA on Friday October 15 from 5:30-8 pm. The cost to attend is $2 per person and we will supply pizza but ask that you bring a side or dessert to share with everyone. We will eat, learn about inclusive recreation at the YMCA, and then use the YMCA facilities.
When: Fri., Oct. 15, 5:30-8pm
RSVP: Please call The Arc, 237-4343 by 10 am on 10/15
Where: Kearney Family YMCA
What: Pizza, time with other families, use of facilities to play basketball, play games, inflatable time, or swimming
Cost: $2 per person and please bring a side or dessert to share.
The purpose of this event is to provide engaging recreational activities and fellowship for families with special needs children. Download a flyer HERE.
Event by other community organization. 6 October 2010 @ 7:17 pm.
A special gym time reserved specifically for kids with mental or physical disabilities! This open gym time will offer a fun atmosphere which includes music, the parachute, gym mats, hula hoops, balls, and other fun equipment!
Sundays 2:00 - 4:00 pm
September 10th - October 17th
$1.00 drop in fee for adults
Direct supervision is required at all times.
For more information contact the Saddlebrook Community Center at 932-1080. Download a flyer here.
Event by other community organization. 29 September 2010 @ 10:30 am.
A Vintage Affaire II- A Benefit for Autism
Saturday, October 23, 2010
A Benefit for Autism
With Special Guest Georg Riedel
For more information visit AAP’s website HERE.
Event by other community organization. 14 September 2010 @ 6:45 pm.
Movie Night
Saturday, September 18—5:30‐8:00 p.m.
PVA Building, 7612 Maple Street
Parents of children with developmental disabilities may bring their children, ages 5‐12 years, to participate in developmental play activities while their parents leave for free time or a date night for themselves. Childcare is provided at $5.00 per child with Arc membership ($7 per child for non‐members) by staff from The Arc of Omaha at the Ollie Webb Center and by volunteers from Creighton University and other youth groups. Siblings may participate as peer models, and a light snack is provided.
TO REGISTER FOR THIS SESSION - Contact Annie at 402‐346‐5220, ext. 23, or aanderson@olliewebbinc.org.
