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SUMMARY:Webinar: Water Safety & Wandering Prevention
DESCRIPTION: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. \nIn 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. \nFREE to attend but registration is required.  Click to register . \nSponsored by the Autism Society of Maryland and Autism Society Baltimore-Chesapeake \nPANELISTS WILL INCLUDE: \n\nHeather Brewer\, Self Advocate\, Aquatics Manager & Instructor\, Life Time\n\nGill Brown\, Parent\n\n\nMarlo Lemon\, Parent\, Parents Place of MD\n\n\nEmily Watts\, Lead Autism Waiver Service Coordinator\, Baltimore County Public Schools\n\n\nCheryl White\, Regional Aquatics Director\, Brick Bodies and Owner of The Great White Swim Academy\n\n\nAmanda Wroten\, Director\, Safety on the Spectrum\, Autism Society of America\n\n\nSe proporciona traducción simultánea al español
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SUMMARY:Water Safety Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Keep Summer Safe with Us! \nJoin the Autism Society of America and Dayna Harvey for a free\, informative webinar that will help you make this summer safer for your loved ones—especially around water. \nThursday\, May 22 @ 8:00 PM ET \nVirtual Link – To register\, please click here: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/6f61746a-300a-499b-a38f-5ad0edccd461@8482cbbf-e754-4c66-87d2-c401528dbf81 \nThrough powerful stories and eye-opening data\, you’ll learn simple\, actionable strategies to prevent drowning and promote safety for individuals with autism and their families. \nWhether it’s at the pool\, beach\, or even bath time—Miss Dayna’s ABCDEs of Drowning Prevention will give you 5 safety tools you can use right away at home and in your community. \n\nFree access to lifesaving safety resources\nPractical tips that make a real difference\nPerfect for parents\, caregivers\, and professionals
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SUMMARY:Transition to Adulthood Clinic: Get Professional Help Applying for DORS\, DDA & SSI 
DESCRIPTION:Transition to Adulthood Clinic: Get Professional Help Applying for DORS\, DDA & SSI  \nPresented by xMinds and Autism Society Maryland (AUSOM) \nDate: Saturday\, May 31 \nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM \nLocation: Montgomery Blair High School\, 51 University Blvd E\, Silver Spring\, MD 20901 \nFree to register: https://xminds.org/event-6119316 \nNavigating life after high school can be overwhelming — from education and employment to applying for adult disability services. Join xMinds and the Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM) for a free\, in-person event designed for Montgomery County families of autistic teens (ages 14–22). \nGet expert guidance on applying for services like DDA\, DORS\, and SSI. The event includes a presentation by disabilities expert Eric Jorgensen\, one-on-one consultations (waitlist only)\, application assistance\, and resource tables with local providers. \nKEYNOTE SPEAKER: Eric Jorgensen\, Director of Special Projects\, First Maryland Disability Trust \nPRESENTATION: “Navigating Transition: Autism & Adulthood” \nSPEAKER BIO: Eric Jorgensen is an international expert in disability planning with decades of experience helping families navigate public benefits\, financial planning\, and long-term support strategies for individuals with disabilities. As the Director of Special Projects at First Maryland Disability Trust\, he leads initiatives that bridge the gap between complex legal tools and real-life needs. Eric specializes in Special Needs Trusts\, Medicaid\, Social Security\, and systems of support across the lifespan. His work equips families and professionals alike with the tools to plan confidently and compassionately for the future. \nCONSULTANTS: Beth Benevides (Hussman Institute)\, Beth Ann Hancock (Charting the Course)\, Meghan Smallwood (HCPSS)\, David Mervis\, Esq. (Kennedy Krieger\, Project HEAL)\, Nick Burton\, (N. Burton Consulting)\, Rachel Greenberg (Life Unlimited)\, Arnikka Robinson (TLC)\, Lisa Lorraine (Jubilee)\, Rose Ansara (SEEC)\, Veronica Lawrence (SEEC)\, Flor de Amelia L. Hoffman (Avanzos)\, and Rosemary DiPietro (CCS\, MoCo DHHS)
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/transition-to-adulthood-clinic-get-professional-help-applying-for-dors-dda-ssi/
LOCATION:Montgomery Blair High School\, 57 University Blvd E\, Silver Spring\, MD\, 20901\, United States
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