AuSM

AuSM Summer Recreation
2023-07-19 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-06-14 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
AuSM will offer two sessions of morning and afternoon recreation programs that will meet in person at a variety of community venues once per week for five weeks. Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.

Weekly “Disability and Progress” radio show on KFAI-FM
2023-07-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-07-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-01 18:00 - 19:00 | MN
On the weekly radio show “Disability and Progress,” Sam Jasmine interviews people on many disability topics, including arts, health, technology, special events. Listen Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at 90.3 KFAI-FM Minneapolis, stream online, download the app for your smart device, or access the podcasts. Shows are subject to change.
To hear the current Disability and Progress show, or the previous week’s show, download Real Audio Player to your device or put the app on your smart phone. To receive a weekly email about the next show, or to offer feedback or suggest future interview subjects, call 612-341-3144, email disabilityandprogress@samjasmine.com, or mail KFAI, Attention: Disability and Progress, 1808 Riverside Ave. S., Box 116, Minneapolis MN 55454.
disabilityandprogress@samjasmine.com
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
Sam Jasmine, Producer

Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center
2023-07-09 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-06-11 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-05-14 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-04-09 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-03-12 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-02-12 08:00 - 11:00 | Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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 public, and sound and light levels will be adjusted, allowing visitors to enjoy the museum in a calm environment with accommodations such as quiet spaces, fidgets, and sunglasses available. Experience select Walker exhibitions, make art, watch a short film, or just hang out in a different setting. Featured exhibitions and activities change each month. Visit https://walkerart.org/visit/sensory-friendly-sundays/ for more information or to register.
Sensory Friendly Sunday was developed in consultation with the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) and the University of Minnesota’s Occupational Therapy Program.
For more information about accessibility at the Walker, visit our Access page: https://walkerart.org/visit/accessibility.

Saturday Fun/Respite Day
2023-07-08 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-10 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-05-13 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-04-08 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-03-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-02-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-01-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Laura Baker Services Association, 211 Oak Street, Northfield, MN, 55053
TIME FOR RESPITE AND SOCIAL INTERACTION
A monthly program for families who care for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Adults and children ages 5 and above with special needs who live at home with their families are welcome to join LBSA on the second Saturday of the month for crafts, games, outdoor activities, and snacks. Sign-up on the LBSA website, https://www.laurabaker.org/services/family-support/
The events are designed to provide a few hours of respite for caregivers and social interaction for participants. Pre-registration is required. Families must complete an enrollment medical form prior to the event. $20 per person fee is charged for each event; fee waivers are available for those that qualify.

AuSM Coffee Club
2023-06-20 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-06-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Dogwood Coffee, 2700 University Ave W Suite 100, Saint Paul, MN, 55114, United States
Coffee Club is a space where autistic and neurodiverse adults can connect with each other, foster friendships, and build community while enjoying a favorite beverage and/or snack. Adults are welcome to bring items that make them feel comfortable, can stay as long as they’d like, stim, and parallel play.
Ages 18+

Autism Direct Support Certification - Winter Session
2023-01-28 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-01-21 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-01-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Virtual Event
This program is designed for professionals and caregivers who work with or support individuals with autism and want to provide better service and care. Individuals on the spectrum also are welcome and encouraged to attend for increased self-understanding and to share their unique perspectives.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES

Identify how people with autism think.
Understand how differences in thinking lead to differences in behavior.
Understand how different tools/interventions address the strengths and challenges of ASD.
Identify tools to support clients and loved ones in different situations.

WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?

Job coaches
Support staff
Personal Care Attendants (PCAs)
EIDBI Tier 3 providers
Educational aides
Direct support personnel
Group home staff
Day training and habilitation professionals
Anyone who works directly with individuals with autism
Individuals with autism

Each session is limited to 15 participants. Licensed professionals may submit documentation from the AuSM Autism Direct Support Certification Program to licensing boards for Continuing Education Unit (CEU) consideration (up to 15 hours).
Winter 2023 Session
Saturdays 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1:00-4:00 p.m. (9 a.m.-12 p.m. only on Jan. 28)
Jan. 14, 21, 28
