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SUMMARY:See Me Neurodiverse support meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community! \nThese meetings provide a safe space for parents/guardians/anyone who needs additional support while caring for neurodiverse children. Our mission for this support group is to connect\, share\, and support one another on our journey. \nFirst Thursday of month 7-8:30pm and Every third Wednesday from 7-8:30pm
URL:https://ausm.org/event/see-me-neurodiverse-support-meeting/2024-01-04/
LOCATION:See Me Neurodiverse\, 6000 McColl Drive\, Savage\, MN\, 55378
ORGANIZER;CN="See Me Neurodiverse":MAILTO:Sydneyaaron1990@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:Autism Certification
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed for professionals and caregivers who work with or support autistic individuals and want to provide better service and care. Autistic individuals also are welcome and encouraged to attend for increased self-understanding and to share their unique perspectives. You will dive deep into the diagnosis\, common traits\, support strategies\, and more! \nLearn to: \n\nIdentify how people with autism think.\nUnderstand how differences in thinking lead to differences in behavior.\nUnderstand how different tools/interventions address the strengths and challenges of ASD.\nIdentify tools to support clients and loved ones in different situations.\n\nWHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?\n\nJob coaches\nSupport staff\nPersonal Care Attendants (PCAs)\nEIDBI Tier 3 providers\nEducational aides\nDirect support personnel\nGroup home staff\nDay training and habilitation professionals\nAnyone who works directly with individuals with autism\nIndividuals with autism\n\nEach 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). \nLocation\nVirtual \nCost Per Session\n$300 per person. A group discount is available for 3 or more participants from the same organization. Contact AuSM at 651.647.1083 to register a group of 3 or more participants for the same session. If you plan to register a group\, please reach out a month or more in advance. If you register less than a month before the class\, we cannot guarantee that there will be slots available. \nUPCOMING SESSIONS\nWinter 2024 Session\nSaturdays\, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 1-4 p.m.\nJan. 13\, 20\, 27
URL:https://ausm.org/event/autism-certification/2024-01-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:AuSM Classes
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SUMMARY:Saturday Fun/Respite Day
DESCRIPTION:TIME FOR RESPITE AND SOCIAL INTERACTION\nA 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/ \nThe 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. \n 
URL:https://ausm.org/event/saturday-fun-respite-day/2024-01-13/
LOCATION:Laura Baker Services Association\, 211 Oak Street\, Northfield\, MN\, 55053
ORGANIZER;CN="Laura Baker Services Association":MAILTO:jr.larson@laurabaker.org
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSensory Friendly Sunday was developed in consultation with the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) and the University of Minnesota’s Occupational Therapy Program. \nFor more information about accessibility at the Walker\, visit our Access page: https://walkerart.org/visit/accessibility.
URL:https://ausm.org/event/sensory-friendly-sunday-at-the-walker-art-center-2/2024-01-14/
LOCATION:Walker Art Center\, Minneapolis\, Minnesota
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SUMMARY:See Me Neurodiverse support meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community! \nSee Me’s main event that we host is a Family/Caregiver Support Meeting. We meet for an in-person support group on the first Thursday and the third Wednesday of every month.  \nThese meetings provide a safe space for parents/guardians/anyone who needs additional support while caring for neurodiverse children. Our mission for this support group is to connect\, share\, and support one another on our journey. \n 
URL:https://ausm.org/event/see-me-neurodiverse-support-meeting-2/2024-01-17/
LOCATION:See Me Neurodiverse\, 6000 McColl Drive\, Savage\, MN\, 55378
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="See Me Neurodiverse":MAILTO:Sydneyaaron1990@icloud.com
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Saturday\, Bell Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Friendly Visits\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe quietest time to visit the museum is late afternoon\, when we have fewer visitors and our space is generally uncrowded. Be sure to check out the items you can borrow at the museum below! \nSensory friendly resources\nVisitors are welcome to check out additional resources like our quiet spaces. You can borrow a sensory pack with tools such as visual timers\, weighted lap pads\, and hearing protection if it helps make the visit more enjoyable\, and a social narrative is available for download to prepare for your visit. (Note\, this is currently not accurate with COVID-19 procedures. Check out this general social narrative from the Autism Society of Minnesota). Read more about the museum’s other accessibility resources here. \nSensory Friendly Saturday\nPrepare for your visit to Sensory Friendly Saturday with a short video – click here to watch. \n\n\n\n\n\nbellinfo@umn.edu \n612.626-9660
URL:https://ausm.org/event/sensory-friendly-saturday-bell-museum/2024-01-20/
LOCATION:Bell Museum\, St. Paul\, Minnesota
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly
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SUMMARY:Autism Certification
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed for professionals and caregivers who work with or support autistic individuals and want to provide better service and care. Autistic individuals also are welcome and encouraged to attend for increased self-understanding and to share their unique perspectives. You will dive deep into the diagnosis\, common traits\, support strategies\, and more! \nLearn to: \n\nIdentify how people with autism think.\nUnderstand how differences in thinking lead to differences in behavior.\nUnderstand how different tools/interventions address the strengths and challenges of ASD.\nIdentify tools to support clients and loved ones in different situations.\n\nWHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?\n\nJob coaches\nSupport staff\nPersonal Care Attendants (PCAs)\nEIDBI Tier 3 providers\nEducational aides\nDirect support personnel\nGroup home staff\nDay training and habilitation professionals\nAnyone who works directly with individuals with autism\nIndividuals with autism\n\nEach 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). \nLocation\nVirtual \nCost Per Session\n$300 per person. A group discount is available for 3 or more participants from the same organization. Contact AuSM at 651.647.1083 to register a group of 3 or more participants for the same session. If you plan to register a group\, please reach out a month or more in advance. If you register less than a month before the class\, we cannot guarantee that there will be slots available. \nUPCOMING SESSIONS\nWinter 2024 Session\nSaturdays\, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 1-4 p.m.\nJan. 13\, 20\, 27
URL:https://ausm.org/event/autism-certification/2024-01-20/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:AuSM Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240127T090000
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SUMMARY:Autism Certification
DESCRIPTION:This program is designed for professionals and caregivers who work with or support autistic individuals and want to provide better service and care. Autistic individuals also are welcome and encouraged to attend for increased self-understanding and to share their unique perspectives. You will dive deep into the diagnosis\, common traits\, support strategies\, and more! \nLearn to: \n\nIdentify how people with autism think.\nUnderstand how differences in thinking lead to differences in behavior.\nUnderstand how different tools/interventions address the strengths and challenges of ASD.\nIdentify tools to support clients and loved ones in different situations.\n\nWHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?\n\nJob coaches\nSupport staff\nPersonal Care Attendants (PCAs)\nEIDBI Tier 3 providers\nEducational aides\nDirect support personnel\nGroup home staff\nDay training and habilitation professionals\nAnyone who works directly with individuals with autism\nIndividuals with autism\n\nEach 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). \nLocation\nVirtual \nCost Per Session\n$300 per person. A group discount is available for 3 or more participants from the same organization. Contact AuSM at 651.647.1083 to register a group of 3 or more participants for the same session. If you plan to register a group\, please reach out a month or more in advance. If you register less than a month before the class\, we cannot guarantee that there will be slots available. \nUPCOMING SESSIONS\nWinter 2024 Session\nSaturdays\, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; 1-4 p.m.\nJan. 13\, 20\, 27
URL:https://ausm.org/event/autism-certification/2024-01-27/
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