OUCARES is following the guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Oakland University public health safety experts as we move forward to plan future programming. At this time, OUCARES is still planning to run the Pre-Employment Skills Training program as scheduled. We will update this website if there are any changes. […]
April is Autism Awareness Month! Let's welcome Spring and celebrate autism awareness all month long! We are very sad we will not be able to host our annual Spring Fling. Instead, ASPPIRE is distributing Spring baskets to Lansing area adults with disabilities to help encourage. Each bag will be full of Spring items, COVID safety […]
All sessions will be virtual. Participants will learn tips and tricks for taking digital photos using a smartphone. Participants will use photographs taken in their homes and communities as tools to learn basic concepts of photography. Social components of the course will include how to interact with the community while taking photos, as well as […]
All sessions will be virtual and are taught by a certified yoga instructor. This fun movement program utilizes breathing exercises, yoga poses & movement activities to benefit the individual with ASD. The gross motor movements practiced are designed to positively impact fitness, self-regulation & motor performance. Participants will benefit from having an adult on site […]
All sessions will be virtual via Google Meet. This program offers an opportunity for pre-teens & teens to meet new people and socialize while learning about different teen topics each week. The instructor will use a variety of techniques to encourage & demonstrate positive social interactions through games, conversation, shared interests and activities as well […]
Gaming club is an exciting new opportunity for adolescents on the autism spectrum to develop social skills while playing Minecraft interactively. Participants will practice social skills and improve communication while learning to build a Minecraft world together! Parent or guardian must be available to help guide their focus and on-line activity during the class. Program […]
All sessions will be virtual. The instructor will lead discussions on relevant women's topics including finding & keeping relationships, employment challenges, daily sensory issues, independence, and embracing life on the spectrum. This program is for adult women with Asperger's or High Functioning Autism with conversational language skills. Classes will be held virtually. Limited Scholarships Available. […]
All sessions will be virtual. This program is designed to teach Social Skills in a purposeful, small group setting. Activities will include skill-based lessons, interactive practice of new skills, role playing, behavior modeling & positive social interactions with peers. Individuals must have conversational language skills and be able to verbally communicate effectively. Participants must have […]
All sessions will be virtual. This program offers participants the opportunity to watch a common movie at their leisure each week and come together virtually to discuss it. Each week the instructor will design activities around a theme of the week's movie while moderating a discussion of the movie encouraging social connections between participants. So […]
All sessions will be virtual. This program offers Adults with High-Functioning ASD or Asperger's an opportunity to meet new people and socialize while learning about relevant topics each week. The instructor will address important issues such as: making and maintaining relationships, workplace etiquette, social media and internet safety, community interactions and so much more. Date: […]
This free, four-part series of online workshops will help parents understand the important role of they have in positions of leadership. As a parent, there are many opportunities to add your voice, knowledge and experience to local, county and state boards that support families of children with disabilities. • Leadership opportunities on local, county and […]
This free, four-part series of online workshops will help parents understand the important role of they have in positions of leadership. As a parent, there are many opportunities to add your voice, knowledge and experience to local, county and state boards that support families of children with disabilities. • Leadership opportunities on local, county and […]
If you are a parent of a child with an intellectual or developmental disability between 6 and 17 years of age, you are invited to participate in an online survey conducted by Dr. Audra Sterling’s Research in Developmental Disabilities Language Lab at the Waisman Center at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. The purpose of this […]
We are offering virtual support groups every Tuesday at 11 am and at 6 pm. You can join by telephone, computer, tablet and/or iPad. NOTE: If no participants join the call/class within 15 minutes after the start time, the call/class will end. If you provide care for a loved one – parent, child, spouse, relative, […]
The Michigan Parent, Advocate & Attorney Coalition (MiPAAC), powered by Autism Alliance of Michigan, is a newly formed statewide group focused on student-centered advocacy. MiPAAC aims to educate families of children with special education needs on specific topics relevant to their advocacy needs. Join us for our first lunchtime Zoom Chat on Tuesday, April 27 […]
What to do when an employee discloses a disability. This webinar is designed to help employers understand their responsibilities when an employee discloses a disability. Discussion topics will include employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, under what conditions an employee must disclose a disability, why they may not want to, and how to […]
Looking for something fun to do with your special needs loved one? You’re invited to the Virtual Spring Celebration on April 27th at 5:30 pm hosted by Therapeutic Concepts! From the safety of your own home, join us for an inclusive, evening of crafts, music, bingo, and much more! All activities are implemented by Certified […]
There are hundreds of children in the State of Michigan who are needing safe homes, can you help us out? If you are interested in learning more about how to become a foster parent, please check out our website: https://www.oaklandfamilyservices.org/
We have overcome many obstacles this past year while, at the same time, so much has changed for our siblings with disabilities. Please join Michigan Supporting and Including Brothers and Sisters (MI SIBS) to discuss our experiences during the pandemic, share information and resources, and discuss how we can help ourselves and our siblings. MI […]
How, When & Why to Talk About Your Disability to an Employer The only reason you have to tell an employer about your disability or medical condition. The best way to ask for an accommodation at work. Your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Disability and employment resources that can help you. This webinar […]
The After I’m Gone Program assists families who have a child or an adult with a disability in planning for their future when they are no longer able to provide care. This program is offered free of charge by The Arc Western Wayne County and The Arc Northwest Wayne County, funded by The Detroit Wayne […]
Four Thursdays, 7pm-8:30pm April 15 April 22 April 29 May 6 Learn to improve the quality of your contributions to your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and increase your effectiveness to address concerns using the IEP process. This four-week course includes a weekly follow-up call/email with a Parent Mentor. • Special Education Laws, Rules, and […]
Funded by The New Carls Foundation, presented to the Saginaw, Pontiac and Flint communities. The Autism Alliance of Michigan’s (AAoM) FREE virtual Watch Me Grow program helps parents and service providers build awareness and skills in order to recognize developmental milestones and key signs of autism and other developmental delays through training and education. Once […]
Is your child between the ages of 1-10 and was recently diagnosed with autism? Are you needing guidance for what to expect or what to do next to help your son or daughter? The Autism Alliance of Michigan’s FREE Virtual Caregiver Bootcamp series can be your guide to formulating a plan! This comprehensive training for […]
Featuring keynote presentations from: Emily Rubin, MS, CCC-SLP, Director, Communication Crossroads, Inc. Gregory P. Hanley, Ph.D., BCBA-D CEO, FTF Behavioral Consulting The START Project is pleased to offer a scholarship to Michigan parents/family members of a child with a disability, to cover the cost of registration for the 20th Annual START Conference. Visit the START […]
After careful consideration, the START Project team has made the proactive decision to move the 20th Annual START Conference to a fully virtual format to be held on May 3, 2021. We believe this is the safest and most responsible way to hold this event for our attendees, presenters, exhibitors, and staff. While we are […]
GEMMA is an incredibly ambitious, one-of-a-kind multicenter study that seeks to identify potential biomarkers predictive of autism development and ultimately predict, prevent and treat autism spectrum disorders. Specifically, the study is aimed at understanding the role that our genes, gut microbiome, and environmental factors play in the development of autism. The goal is to recruit […]
Contact Email baker@thearcofmidland.org Call at 989-631-4439 x. 109 Must attend BOTH days to receive a training certificate: MAY TRAINING: Tuesday, May 4 Thursday, May 6 RSVP by April 20 Training each day will take place from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Please complete the questionnaire below! https://waynestate.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6VACocdAAy9ofFX *Please note, MI-DDI staff will follow-up with you to complete […]
We are offering virtual support groups every Tuesday at 11 am and at 6 pm. You can join by telephone, computer, tablet and/or iPad. NOTE: If no participants join the call/class within 15 minutes after the start time, the call/class will end. If you provide care for a loved one – parent, child, spouse, relative, […]
This training will help participants be able to identify myths of autism and define autism spectrum disorders. They will leave with an understanding of the diagnostic process, some possible causes of autism and the current rate of autism. In addition to addressing the sensory, medical and behavioral issues that affect an individual with autism, the […]
CMS Music Therapists Bailey, Erin, Marissa and Cindy will be leading our monthly “virtual” music therapy events each month. We are splitting the participants up into two groups based on age. *Each group will have their own unique Zoom link and you will be using that same link each month that you participate. These events […]
Contact Email baker@thearcofmidland.org Call at 989-631-4439 x. 109 Must attend BOTH days to receive a training certificate: MAY TRAINING: Tuesday, May 4 Thursday, May 6 RSVP by April 20 Training each day will take place from 10:00am - 4:00pm. Please complete the questionnaire below! https://waynestate.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6VACocdAAy9ofFX *Please note, MI-DDI staff will follow-up with you to complete […]
Featuring a panel of four Wayne State University’s Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute HCBS Trainers (See Presenter Biographies Below) Description of Presentation • HCBS services are Medicaid services for people with Disabilities to support them to be in their own homes and communities. • The HCBS Rule is important as it: • Will make sure you […]
Four Thursdays, 7pm-8:30pm April 15 April 22 April 29 May 6 Learn to improve the quality of your contributions to your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and increase your effectiveness to address concerns using the IEP process. This four-week course includes a weekly follow-up call/email with a Parent Mentor. • Special Education Laws, Rules, and […]
Parents of children between the age of 4 and 10 years with autism spectrum disorder and speaking less than 30 functional words are invited to participate in a study through the University of Kansas, focused on parenting stress and child communication skills. If interested in learning more or interested in participating, please fill this interest […]
SAVE THE DATE CMHLS - Autism Spectrum Disorder Learning Series May 7, 2021 Virtual: Bluejeans Teleconference Platform Registration is required. Walk-ins WILL NOT be permitted. Register to ensure your attendance. By joining us at this event, attendees consent to Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network's Detroit Wayne Connect photographing, videotaping and using your image and likeness. […]
Good Mental Health Matters: Challenging Stigma in the Workplace What is Stigma? • Recognize Workplace Triggers • Look at Challenges as Opportunities • Develop Coping Strategies to Maintain Employment • Self-Care, Self-Regulation & Self-Advocacy FOR ACCOMMODATIONS EMAIL: HENRYH@MICHIGAN.GOV BY MAY 6 Good Mental Health Matters: Challenging Stigma in the Workplace
Families and students aged 14-19 preparing for next steps after high school are invited to participate in this free transition workshop! Families will leave better equipped to navigate transition years and will have valuable resources to get them there. Space is limited! To register visit aaomi.org/trainings or contact Joanna Lofton at Joanna.Lofton@aaomi.org or 248.914.7596.
Join us on the second Saturday of each month at 11 AM 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 loves ones. Each month we will feature a different film pulled from our regular schedule of high-quality educational documentaries for […]
This free, four-part series of online workshops will help parents understand the important role of they have in positions of leadership. As a parent, there are many opportunities to add your voice, knowledge and experience to local, county and state boards that support families of children with disabilities. • Leadership opportunities on local, county and […]
This free, four-part series of online workshops will help parents understand the important role of they have in positions of leadership. As a parent, there are many opportunities to add your voice, knowledge and experience to local, county and state boards that support families of children with disabilities. • Leadership opportunities on local, county and […]
Join us to learn about the Charting the LifeCourse. We will learn about tools that can be used at every life stage to enhance a person-centered approach for planning and supporting life experiences that support a person to reach their vision of a “good life.” This 2-day summit will: Highlight the use of Charting […]
We are offering virtual support groups every Tuesday at 11 am and at 6 pm. You can join by telephone, computer, tablet and/or iPad. NOTE: If no participants join the call/class within 15 minutes after the start time, the call/class will end. If you provide care for a loved one – parent, child, spouse, relative, […]
Funded by The New Carls Foundation, presented to the Saginaw, Pontiac and Flint communities. The Autism Alliance of Michigan’s (AAoM) FREE virtual Watch Me Grow program helps parents and service providers build awareness and skills in order to recognize developmental milestones and key signs of autism and other developmental delays through training and education. Once a […]
Title: "Virtual Job Interview Training Enhances Employment Outcomes for Individuals Receiving Mental Health and Other Services." (tentative) Disclosures: The speaker's conflicts have been managed. Host: Stephan F. Taylor, M.D. CME: Yes Matthew Smith, Ph.D., M.S.W., M.P.E., L.C.S.W. Associate Professor of Social Work Dr. Matthew J. Smith received his PhD from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and […]
This FREE and highly interactive workshop is designed to impart skills that help the IEP team effective. The cost is FREE for both public and private workshops. Contact Lindsay Tye Oakland Mediation Center 248-338-4280, ext 214 ltye@mediation-omc.org Contact the training department at 248-338-4280 ext 214 for Private Professional Development workshops.
The After I’m Gone Program assists families who have a child or an adult with a disability in planning for their future when they are no longer able to provide care. This program is offered free of charge by The Arc Western Wayne County and The Arc Northwest Wayne County, funded by The Detroit Wayne […]
We are recruiting young children (ages 2 up to 7 years) with autism spectrum disorder and sleep disturbances. Participants are randomized either to a 5 sessions targeted parent training program for sleep problems or a 5 sessions parent education program where they will be provided knowledge relevant to parenting a child with autism. A previously […]
Families and students aged 14-19 preparing for next steps after high school are invited to participate in this free transition workshop! Families will leave better equipped to navigate transition years and will have valuable resources to get them there. Space is limited! To register visit aaomi.org/trainings or contact Joanna Lofton at Joanna.Lofton@aaomi.org or 248.914.7596.
We are offering virtual support groups every Tuesday at 11 am and at 6 pm. You can join by telephone, computer, tablet and/or iPad. NOTE: If no participants join the call/class within 15 minutes after the start time, the call/class will end. If you provide care for a loved one – parent, child, spouse, relative, […]
Meijer Gardens is gorgeous in spring and summer, so join us for a great evening in nature! This event is open to anyone with autism and their family. On Tuesday, May 18, at 6:30pm, we will meet outside of the main entrance, and then you will be free to explore the Gardens on your own. […]
SAVE THE DATE CMHLS - Autism Spectrum Disorder Learning Series May 7, 2021 Virtual: Bluejeans Teleconference Platform Registration is required. Walk-ins WILL NOT be permitted. Register to ensure your attendance. By joining us at this event, attendees consent to Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network's Detroit Wayne Connect photographing, videotaping and using your image and likeness. […]
Join us for a facilitated peer support group. Each participant will have an opportunity to talk about what is going on in their life, if they wish to share. No one is obligated to participate verbally. This group will be limited to 12 people to ensure everyone has an opportunity to share. This event requires […]
Funded by The New Carls Foundation, presented to the Saginaw, Pontiac and Flint communities. The Autism Alliance of Michigan’s (AAoM) FREE virtual Watch Me Grow program helps parents and service providers build awareness and skills in order to recognize developmental milestones and key signs of autism and other developmental delays through training and education. Once a […]
Parents of children between the age of 4 and 10 years with autism spectrum disorder and speaking less than 30 functional words are invited to participate in a study through the University of Kansas, focused on parenting stress and child communication skills. If interested in learning more or interested in participating, please fill this interest […]
FALCONERS is designed to allow children or adults of all ages with special needs and unique challenges (such as autism or developmental disabilities) and their whole family to have an enriching educational experience in a safe, welcoming and sensory friendly environment. There will be one sensory friendly event in Lansing, Michigan per month throughout 2021. […]
Families and students aged 14-19 preparing for next steps after high school are invited to participate in this free transition workshop! Families will leave better equipped to navigate transition years and will have valuable resources to get them there. Space is limited! To register visit aaomi.org/trainings or contact Joanna Lofton at Joanna.Lofton@aaomi.org or 248.914.7596.
This free, four-part series of online workshops will help parents understand the important role of they have in positions of leadership. As a parent, there are many opportunities to add your voice, knowledge and experience to local, county and state boards that support families of children with disabilities. • Leadership opportunities on local, county and […]
This free, four-part series of online workshops will help parents understand the important role of they have in positions of leadership. As a parent, there are many opportunities to add your voice, knowledge and experience to local, county and state boards that support families of children with disabilities. • Leadership opportunities on local, county and […]
The Arc NW and the Bank of America have collaborated to provide free monthly financial literacy workshops. The workshops will cover topics such as Spending and Saving, Money and Banking Basics and Financial Safety and are geared towards persons in the disability community and their supporters. The sessions are held each 4th Tuesday of the […]
Funded by The New Carls Foundation, presented to the Saginaw, Pontiac and Flint communities. The Autism Alliance of Michigan’s (AAoM) FREE virtual Watch Me Grow program helps parents and service providers build awareness and skills in order to recognize developmental milestones and key signs of autism and other developmental delays through training and education. Once a […]
NO pre-registration needed for Lazy Turtle Ranch and Stratford Beach locations!
If you are a parent of a child with an intellectual or developmental disability between 6 and 17 years of age, you are invited to participate in an online survey conducted by Dr. Audra Sterling’s Research in Developmental Disabilities Language Lab at the Waisman Center at the University of Wisconsin – Madison. The purpose of this […]
The After I’m Gone Program assists families who have a child or an adult with a disability in planning for their future when they are no longer able to provide care. This program is offered free of charge by The Arc Western Wayne County and The Arc Northwest Wayne County, funded by The Detroit Wayne […]
Join us for our first gardening class on our rooftop deck! Learn to plant seeds, water, and watch your seedlings grow. You'll learn how to incorporate veggies into meals, create garden inspired art, and move & stretch alongside your growing plants. Our gardening class will culminate on September 7 with a showcase, format TBD. Teaching […]
Making Marionettes Get ready to enter a world of creativity, with strings attached! In this class, teaching artist Zyra Castillo will teach you how to design and build a unique marionette that moves. The class will also build a small set and create a collaborative showcase (TBD if showcase will be virtual or in person). […]
Is your child between the ages of 1-10 and was recently diagnosed with autism? Are you needing guidance for what to expect or what to do next to help your son or daughter? The Autism Alliance of Michigan’s FREE Virtual Caregiver Bootcamp series can be your guide to formulating a plan! This comprehensive training for […]
Art of Flamenco Learn the fundamentals of Flamenco, the highly expressive, Spanish dance form. Teaching artist Laura Armenta will teach the basics of this dramatic dance form, punctuated by claps, arm movement, and simple footwork. Fun for students of all abilities. No previous dance experience necessary. Teaching Artist: Laura Arment Time: 10:00-11:00am (1 hr) Date: […]
CMS Music Therapists Bailey, Erin, Marissa and Cindy will be leading our monthly “virtual” music therapy events each month. We are splitting the participants up into two groups based on age. *Each group will have their own unique Zoom link and you will be using that same link each month that you participate. These events […]
GEMMA is an incredibly ambitious, one-of-a-kind multicenter study that seeks to identify potential biomarkers predictive of autism development and ultimately predict, prevent and treat autism spectrum disorders. Specifically, the study is aimed at understanding the role that our genes, gut microbiome, and environmental factors play in the development of autism. The goal is to recruit […]
The After I’m Gone Program assists families who have a child or an adult with a disability in planning for their future when they are no longer able to provide care. This program is offered free of charge by The Arc Western Wayne County and The Arc Northwest Wayne County, funded by The Detroit Wayne […]
Parents of children between the age of 4 and 10 years with autism spectrum disorder and speaking less than 30 functional words are invited to participate in a study through the University of Kansas, focused on parenting stress and child communication skills. If interested in learning more or interested in participating, please fill this interest […]
Funded by The New Carls Foundation, presented to the Saginaw, Pontiac and Flint communities. The Autism Alliance of Michigan’s (AAoM) FREE virtual Watch Me Grow program helps parents and service providers build awareness and skills in order to recognize developmental milestones and key signs of autism and other developmental delays through training and education. Once […]
