MiA3 Info Session: Conducting a Statewide Autistic Needs Assessment

Virtual Event Virtual Event

Details Join us for an info session about designing and conducting a needs assessment for the autistic population in Michigan. This initiative aims to identify gaps in services, resources, and support systems to better advocate for meaningful change. During this session, we will: Discuss the importance and impact of a needs assessment. Explore key areas of focus for autistic individuals

Free
Event Series Parent and Caregiver Support

Parent and Caregiver Support

The On Earth Counseling Project 3441 Eight Mile W, Suite 115, Livonia, MI, United States

Post-diagnosis, you may feel overwhelmed with confusion and self-doubt. This free support group offers a safe and supportive space to process your emotions, and find validation, empathy, and connection with others who understand.  When: Saturdays beginning March 1, 2025 from 3-4:30 PM Where: The On Earth Counseling Project 34441 Eight Mile W, Suite 115 Livonia,

Free

High Caliber Karting – Sensory Friendly Sundays

High Caliber Karting and Entertainment 1982 W Grand River Ave #800, Okemos, MI

The first Sunday of every month, High Caliber offers Sensory Friendly Hours from 11 am – 2 pm! Got someone in your life who would love to drive a go kart or play some arcade games but needs it to be sensory friendly? High Caliber is making strides and opening its facility earlier on the

$50

Special Needs Planning Workshops

Online
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Wallace Financial is on a mission to create more secure futures for individuals with disabilities & their families. We are doing so through our free educational workshops on various special needs planning topics. There are no costs or obligations associated with these workshops for families. This year, we are excited to continue our mission of

Free

Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park Inclusive Nights

Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park 1000 East Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park is pleased to offer three after-hours events for our community members with disabilities. Visiting the Fred & Dorothy Fichter Butterflies Are Blooming exhibition may be daunting for individuals with disabilities This year, we are offering complimentary after-hours access for visitors with autism or other sensory processing needs, visitors who are Deaf or Hard

$11

Henry Ford Sensory Friendly Giant Screen Experience

Join us at The Henry Ford's Giant Screen Experience for a customized movie experience designed for those with autism spectrum disorder/sensory processing disorder and their loved ones. Each month we will feature a different film pulled from our regular schedule of high-quality educational documentaries for families. Lighting: The house lights stay on throughout the film.

Free

Bluestone Easter Egg-Stravaganza

Bluestone Children's Center 38935 Ann Arbor Rd, Livonia, MI, United States

Apr 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM Livonia, 38945 Ann Arbor Rd Livonia, MI 48150 https://www.bluestonevoicesforautism.com/events

$9

Special Education Resource Expo

Salem High School 46181 Joy Rd, Canton, MI

Date: April 17th, 6-8pm Location: Salem High School Cafeteria, 46181 Joy Rd, Canton, MI Please join us for our annual Special Education resource expo! Companies and agencies from the city, county and state will be present to share with your their available supports and services! All families and students are welcome to attend!

Free

Wizard of Oz – Sensory Friendly Performance

Macomb County Ballet 51504 Danview Technology Ct, Shelby Township, MI

Celebrate the magic of storytelling in this relaxed and inclusive event, perfect for individuals with sensory processing challenges, including autism, or families with young children. Artistic Director Amber Megna Michalik, along with Assistant Directors Hannah Carden, Brandon Koepsell, and Mary Sherman, brings L. Frank Baum’s beloved tale to life through the enchanting art of ballet.

$25

Cycling the Spectrum

Cycling The Spectrum 444 Smith St., Detroit, MI

For information about the event contact: cyclingthespectrum@outlook.com Register: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=h3D71Xc3rUKWaoku9HIl0W1I2ZnxaHtMooAxDwqHsklUNFo5Q0g2MTdNSExGNVM0M1ZaS0RTV0FOQy4u&origin=QRCode

Free

Art from the Heart Celebration

Italian American Culture Society Banquet & Conference Center 43843 Romeo Plank Rd #1, Clinton Township, MI, United States