91% of deaths in children 14 years old or younger with Autism are due to drowning. Last year, six Autistic children drowned in Maryland subsequent to wandering! We want help prevent future tragedies.

In observance of National Water Safety Month, this webinar raises awareness about water safety for children and young people, especially those with I/DD. The panel of parents, swim instructors, self-advocates and professionals will share resources and strategies for families impacted by the risk of a loved one’s wandering that can lead to injury or drowning.  Participants will learn ways to prevent wandering that can lead to tragic outcomes, particularly when water is nearby.

FREE to attend but registration is required.  Click to register .

Sponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland and Autism Society Baltimore-Chesapeake

PANELISTS WILL INCLUDE:

• Heather Brewer, Self Advocate, Aquatics Manager & Instructor, Life Time
• Gill Brown, Parent
• Marlo Lemon, Parent, Parents Place of MD
• Emily Watts, Lead Autism Waiver Service Coordinator, Baltimore County Public Schools
• Cheryl White, Regional Aquatics Director, Brick Bodies and Owner of The Great White Swim Academy
• Amanda Wroten, Director, Safety on the Spectrum, Autism Society of America

Se proporciona traducción simultánea al español