Resources. 18 March 2011 @ 9:47 am.
Presented by Munroe Meyer Institute, Social Work Department
This new and exciting class will take place at the Ollie Webb Center on Mondays starting April 4th from 4pm – 5:30pm. Participants will be meeting once a month for 6 months. Class sizes will be small allowing participants to receive one on one mentoring. This is a FREE class so there is NO COST associated with it.
Not only will participants will learn how to safely and appropriately increase adaptive skills in gaining additional formal and informal supports through the use of instant communication such as online social networking, text messaging and online video visiting, but caregivers will be provided with information on how to maintain the safety of their dependents while they access these supports. Caregivers are also encouraged to attend groups if interested in learning more about social networking, text messaging and online video visiting.
Download a flyer HERE. For registration please contact Tina Sedersten or Jennifer Harmon with the Munroe-Meyer Institute at 402-559-6413.
Resources. 17 March 2011 @ 11:40 pm.
WHO: Siblings age 6 -12 of children with physical, developmental, or behavioral disabilities
WHEN: Sunday, April 10th from 3:00 pm - 5:00pm
WHERE: Harmon Park Activity Center
COST: $6 for non-ARC members and $3 for ARC members
This award winning workshop is uniquely designed to provide high energy activities for siblings of children with developmental, physical or behavioral disabilities. Sibshops are a place where siblings may obtain peer support and education within a recreational context. While having fun, sibs connect with others living with similar experiences.
RSVP to ARC of Buffalo County by April 7th. (308)237-4343 or larsenkl@charter.net
Download a flyer HERE.
summer activities. 17 March 2011 @ 11:32 pm.
The Barn is now taking registrations for summer camp. New this year is transportation!
Download a flyer HERE for more information or visit www.myplaybarn.com to learn more about their offerings.
Sporting Activity. 17 March 2011 @ 11:26 pm.
Registration is open for the 2011 ALLPLAY Miracle Baseball League summer season. The registration deadline is April 22nd. Please download a registration form HERE. Please complete a form for each player, buddy and volunteer.
The spring season begins Saturday, May 14th and runs through Saturday July 2nd. Games will be at 9am, 10:30am, and noon each Saturday.
Resources. 9 March 2011 @ 3:59 pm.
WHAT: Basketball league for individuals with disabilities
WHERE: Great Plains PVA
They have leagues for kids, adolescents and adults and have even added a teen leisure league. Call today!
COST: $35 Arc Member / $45 Non-Arc Member
LOCATION: Great Plains PVA at 7612 Maple Street, Omaha, NE
Monday Evenings - March 21, 28, April 4, 11, 18, 25
6:00 - 6:30 Children’s Group
6:30 - 7:30 Adult Leisure
7:30 - 8:30 Adult Competitive
Thursday Evenings - March 24, 41, April 7, 14, 21, 28
6:00 - 7:00 Teen Leisure
7:00 - 8:00 Teen Competitive
If you have questions, please call contact person Annie Anderson at the OWC at 3465220, ext. 23.
For more information and to download their registration form please refer to page 6 in their Newsletter HERE. Scholarships may be available.
Resources. 1 March 2011 @ 10:48 am.
Gretna TopSoccer will be starting their spring season March 31st and running for 6 weeks. Their program is now 4 years old and continuing to grow. They have children (and young adults) of all ages and abilities playing on Thursday night.
The cost is $15, the time commitment is minimal (6 hours total for the season), and each and every player will have a volunteer that will give the player as much or as little help as they need.
Visit www.gretnatopsoccer.com to register.
Resources. 1 March 2011 @ 10:45 am.
Sunday, April 3rd
5:30pm - 8:00pm
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. Admission is FREE. No reservations necessary. Download a flyer HERE.
Event by other community organization, Resources. 1 March 2011 @ 10:35 am.
The Ollie Webb is now taking reservations for their Saturday Sibshops workshops for Siblings of children with developmental disabilities. Download a flyer HERE.
If you have been wondering if this program may be good fit for a sibling in your family, now would be a great time to get involved with the program. They have three more months of workshops scheduled– then will take a break over the summer and start up again in September.
Each workshop is facilitated by Adult Siblings. The friendships made through this program might be just what your child needs.
To make a reservation for your child ages 6-12 contact Annie at 346-5220 Ext. 23. Sibshops will be held at the Ollie Webb Center 1941 South 42nd Street, (the old Center shopping mall) lower level Suite 122.
Event by other community organization, Resources. 28 February 2011 @ 5:48 pm.
The Autism Center of Nebraska is hosting an open house on Tuesday, March 8, 2011 from 3:00pm - 7:00 pm. Come learn more about what services they have in place to help our community!
9012 Q Street
Omaha, NE
Download an invitation HERE.
Resources. 27 February 2011 @ 11:40 pm.
Founded in 2003, BSC TOPSoccer has had the joy of extending the sportsmanship, camaraderie and thrill of competition through soccer to hundreds of children and young adults with special needs. TOPSoccer stands for the Outreach Program for Soccer and is a national program created to give young people with differing abilities the opportunity to learn and play the game of soccer.
The goal of BSC TOPSoccer is to provide all children with physical or intellectual disabilities a place where they can safely participate and enjoy the game of soccer.
The TOPSoccer program not only gives young athletes with differing abilities an opportunity to play soccer, it also gives them a renewed sense of accomplishment and self worth. As the season progresses, we see not only improvement in athletic ability and physical stamina but also development in emotional and social well being.
BSC TOPSoccer is fortunate to have volunteers of all ages participating as coaches, buddies, team parents, field crew, committee members and fans. These dedicated people attest that in assisting our TOPS players they have experienced true joy and have learned wonderful lessons about themselves and others. They return season after season and are a valued members of the BSC Tops Family.
The TOPS community hopes that you will encourage others with differing abilities to join us and enjoy the game of soccer and all it has to offer!
Register now for the Spring season by printing forms from this link http://www.bscneb.org/page/show/76529-tops-registration-forms Early registration discount is available until March 8, 2011.
Resources. 18 February 2011 @ 11:42 pm.
The Omaha Challenger Baseball league has opened registration for their Summer season. This league is for individuals between the ages of 5 and 21 with any developmental or physical disabilities.
All forms for registering can be found at http://www.challengerlittleleague.org/register.html Please notice that the deadline for registration is FEBRUARY 28TH! They do have an online Paypal option for payment to help you make the shortened deadline.
Resources. 10 February 2011 @ 1:12 pm.
Monday, May 2
3:00 pm—7:00 pm
During this event, the museum will be dedicated to families with at least one member falling on the Autism Spectrum. It will be free admission, and they will be making several unique modifications to the museum space:
· reduced lighting
· no overhead music
· extra building-themed activities (like Lego’s, KEVA planks, Zoob, etc)
· classrooms will be set up as “calm rooms” if anyone needs a quiet place to get away
Resources. 1 February 2011 @ 8:19 am.
A time for YOU
Family Caregiver Retreat
Wednesday, April 27th - Thursday, April 28th
Anyone who cares for a person of any age with special needs. As a family or professional caregiver, you are integral to the independence and well being of a person who depends on you. But, who takes care of You? This two day retreat will give you emotional, physical, spiritual and mental respite that is so vital. You will have the opportunity to reflect, energize, and create.
Download a flyer HERE.
Conference/Workshops, Event by ASD Network, Event sponsored by ASN, Resources. 21 January 2011 @ 3:32 pm.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN! DOWNLOAD A CONFERENCE BROCHURE HERE.
The 2011 ASD State Conference will feature over 25 breakout sessions. Topics and themes include: Assistive Technology, Evidence Based Practices, Positive Approaches to Problem Behaviors, Social Thinking, Communication Interventions, and much more. This is going to be a great conference so register soon to make sure you get a seat!
A Parent Breakout Strand will be offered throughout the conference with topics specifically designed for parents and family members. This strand is sponsored in part by the Autism Society of Nebraska.
A Panel of Individuals on the Autism Spectrum will discuss their experiences in middle school, high school, college and beyond.
New to the conference this year will be Networking Sessions which will include informal meeting and collaboration rooms for Parents, Support Group Leaders, Ziggurat Model Users, Best Practices in Assessment, STEPS/District Leadership Participants, and Assistive Technology.
Childcare will be provided by the Autism Society of Nebraska during the Thursday evening dinner/keynote presentation.
Scholarships for family members and individuals with ASD are available through the Autism Society of Nebraska. Learn more about our scholarship program HERE.
Resources. 18 January 2011 @ 10:43 pm.
Presented by Stones Worth Stepping
Saturday, February 26th 9:30am - 10:15am or 10:30am - 11:15am
Cost: $35 per session (contact them to see about possible filing with your insurance)
This is an opportunity for you and your child to engage in yoga in a social and therapeutic setting. They will be addressing coordination, strength, body awareness, and motor planning. Only one child per parent. Limited spots available.
Download a flyer HERE.
Resources. 5 January 2011 @ 8:21 pm.
Step By Step is a Movement/Dance Class for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Come and dance in a fun, safe, class! They’ll stretch their bodies, work general coordination and even do fun acting and creative movement to fun music in a sensory safe environment!
Come learn some basics to ballet, tap or even hip hop! The class is designed for ASD students needing extra help with motor skills, or have trouble assimilating with peers in other dance classes, or just want to have fun. And this is open to both BOYS and GIRLS!
The Broadway Connection Dance Center is located at 2329 N. 90th St. (90th & Blondo next to Hobby Lobby)
Sunday 12 noon-1pm
$35/ month
For more information call 402-571-4446 or visit www.thebroadwayconnectiondance.com
Resources. 4 January 2011 @ 11:16 am.
Every child is an artist! This class will give your child the opportunity to learn and explore using art. There will be a variety of activities, easily adapted to meet the needs of your child. This class is a place to play and explore using our imagination.
Special Needs class meets every Tuesday from 4:30-5:30pm
Cost - $10 a day or $30 for the month (4 Classes) Cost covers all materials and instruction for the class. This is for school age individuals. Just call ahead at (402) 933-4446 to reserve your space! You can join anytime!
Learn more at www.inspireandcreate.com
Resources. 3 January 2011 @ 11:52 pm.
Winter session at the Rose is starting now! These classes run from January 8th through February 26th.
Grades 1 - 3 10:30am - 11:30am Theme: Animals and Pets
Grades 7 - 12 11:45am - 12:45pm Theme: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
The Rose will be offering an abbreviated production of CHARLIE and the CHOCOLATE FACTORY performed by the students in their autism class! Students in grades 7-12 will meet from January until May each Saturday morning to rehearse a 10-15 minute version of the piece. Costumes, scripts, and more will be involved as we embark on this fun journey that will end on the Rose mainstage!
Download a Winter Session flyer HERE. For a registration form contact class coordinator Josh Kiepke at joshk@rosetheater.org
**Are you a teen interested in helping with these classes? Teen volunteers are needed. Please contact Michael Harrelson at 502-4634 or michaelh@rosetheater.org to inquire.
