MULTIDISCIPLINARY PERSPECTIVES OF THE FILM SPELLERS; CONSIDERATIONS OF IMPLICIT BIAS AND THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTIONS FOR NON-SPEAKING INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM

Online

OBJECTIVES Attendees will review case studies of spelled communication (AAC) in non-verbal individuals with autism and motor neural apraxia through the film documentary SPELLERS. Attendees will be encouraged to reflect on these case studies as they consider their own implicit biases and creating future treatment plans. Clinical studies of the motor skill training in the

Event Series Behavior Escalation & Scripts

Behavior Escalation & Scripts

Online

This event is co-sponsored by START and the MiMTSS Technical Assistance Center. Educators understand that a consistent, predictable, and positive environment sets students up for success and prevents many behavioral challenges. But what happens when it doesn’t? This two-part series will cover the cycle of behavioral escalation, including the course it takes, the behaviors that

Online Book Club | September Meeting

Online

Do you enjoy reading or listening to books? Are you looking to connect with peers to discuss books in a safe and inclusive space? You have come to the right place! We will meet virtually, on Zoom once every other month to give everyone enough time to complete readings. Disability Network's Online Book Club will focus

Adult Peer Advocacy Group | September Zoom Meeting

Online

Disability Network invites you to virtually join us for our online Adult Peer Advocacy Group Zoom Meeting on Thursday, September 28, at 1:00 p.m. EST. Learn how to advocate for your needs and the needs of others. Learn leadership skills. Voice what is important to you!

Event Series Brain Injury Survivors Meeting

Brain Injury Survivors Meeting

Online

This support group is open to adults with a brain injury. This group is a chapter of the Brain Injury Association of Michigan and is very active. The group meets weekly to discuss a variety of topics, host speakers, and attend outings. The group meets every Thursday from 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Attendance is

Autistic Adult Peer Support – Thursday

Online

This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. Meetings will be held online using Zoom. Follow this link for a

Spirit Club – Virtual Exercise

Online

SPIRIT CLUB is a free 1 hour exercise program. Attend as many or as few sessions as you like. Mondays at 9:30-10:30 AM We have contracted with SPIRIT Club to offer this exercise program. SPIRIT Club exercise classes are specifically designed to present a range of options to suit everyone. Follow this link for more information, and

Men’s Group | Zoom Meetings

Online

he/him/his  | they/them/their Disability Network invites you to virtually join us on Mondays at 10:00 a.m. EST for our Men's Group. This group is for men in our community seeking support, an opportunity to learn new skills and a chance to connect with other men with disabilities. We will work on managing stress, frustrations and

Transition: What You Need to Know

Online

This online workshop will teach participants how the IEP transition plan can be used along with community resources to plan a smooth transition from school to adulthood. -Understand the legal requirements of IEP's regarding transition planning and why it's important. -Understand the different parts of your student's transition plan. -Learn about options for life after

Autistic Adult Peer Support – Tuesday

Online

This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. Meetings will be held online using Zoom. Follow this link for a

Event Series Phenomenal Women Support Group

Phenomenal Women Support Group

Online

This women’s support group is open to women with any type of disability. Women are welcome to come share experiences of living with a disability, support other women living with a disability and discuss a variety of topics of interest in a safe, nonjudgmental environment. The group meets every Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30