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SUMMARY:Asperger's Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This group is for parents\, caregivers and those who parent someone with Autism. The group meets monthly led by fellow family members.  Zoom login is made available by email prior to each monthly meeting.  All are welcome to attend. If you are interested and would like to be added to the monthly email for the group\, please email info@autismsocietymd.org.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/aspergers-family-support-group-15/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Support
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SUMMARY:Adult Social Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Virtual Dance Party at 5:30pm.  Dance to tunes by DJ Brian Rowe….we’ll send you the link a few days before the event. \nThis group is designed for independent adults with autism ages 24+.  Currently alternating virtual and in-person events each Saturday.  FREE to join.  A one-time registration is required at https://app.donorview.com/emKYX  Questions? Email info@autismsocietymd.org.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/adult-social-group-61/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Social Group
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SUMMARY:More Than Words Support Group
DESCRIPTION:More Than Words \nA social support group for parents and families of non-speaking children and adults \nTuesday\, February 8\, 2022\, 6:00PM\nVia Zoom \nFREE but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED to receive the Zoom login – REGISTER HERE! \nJoin the new AUSOM support group called More Than Words for families with non-speaking members. The focus of the group will be to share our common experiences and learn about local resources for individuals who communicate without speaking. \nAt this casual meet-n-greet session\, parents and families members will get to know each other and discuss future plans for the group. We hope to hold monthly sessions as interest and word spreads. Please feel free to share the registration link with anyone who might be interested in joining us\, ​​​​​​​https://app.donorview.com/yWjL5  \n 
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/8034-2-2/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T193000
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SUMMARY:Adult Social Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Virtual Gathering at 5:30pm!  We’ll send you the link a few days before the event. \nThis group is designed for independent adults with autism ages 24+.  Currently alternating virtual and in-person events each Saturday.  FREE to join.  A one-time registration is required at https://app.donorview.com/emKYX  Questions? Email info@autismsocietymd.org.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/adult-social-group-61-2/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Social Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220212T200000
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SUMMARY:Singing With Love Benefit Concert!
DESCRIPTION:Join Zoe Goldszmidt and her teachers\, Meagan Sova and Amanda Watson\, for a virtual Valentine’s themed concert to benefit the Autism Society of Maryland! \nGet the ZOOM login and DONATE  
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/singing-with-love-benefit-concert/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T190000
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SUMMARY:Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:We welcome family members to join us for this monthly support group. This is a safe space in which family members can express concerns\, ask questions\, share information\, and find guidance along the autism journey.  Please indicate as you register the age of your loved one.  The group may feature guest speakers and occasional themed discussions. Currently\, this group is running virtually.  Those wishing to attend virtually will receive a login prior to each monthly session. \nCLICK HERE for one-time registration.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/family-support-group-2/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Support
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220217T203000
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SUMMARY:Transition Symposium 2022 Session 1: Charting The Lifecourse
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2022 Howard County Transition Symposium\, a four-part webinar series presented monthly from February to May 2022.  It is designed for transitioning youth ages 14-21 with IEP/504 plans\, their families and professionals. \nFree to attend but registration required.  REGISTER HERE \nClick to download the FLYER \nSESSION 1 Thursday\, February 17\, 2022 – 7:00-8:30pm\nCharting the LifeCourse\nSpeaker: Mary Anne Kane Breschi – Director of Family Supports\, Developmental Disabilities Administration\, Maryland Department of Health\nCharting the LifeCourse is a framework designed to help transitioning youth of all abilities\, their families\, and the professionals who work with them develop a vision for a fulfilling life and how to get there. CtLC principles and tools focus on improving communication\, goal setting\, and problem solving; identifying and connecting with community services and supports; developing self-advocacy skills; and laying out a person-centered plan for the future. \nSESSION 2 Tuesday\, March 15\, 2022 – 7:00-8:30pm\nSetting Students Up for Success\nSpeaker: Stacey Herman – Assistant Vice President of Neurodiversity and Community Workforce Development\, Kennedy Krieger Institute\nPanelists: Kathy Land\, Supervisor\, Service Coordination\, Inc. Meghan Smallwood\, Transition Specialist\, Howard County Public School System\, Beth Benevides\, Parent/Advocate\nThe presentation will outline the steps and resources to help transition-age youth with disabilities who are still in school to prepare for the next stage of their lives. A panel discussion will follow with individuals from service agencies\, a school system transition specialist\, and a parent/advocate. The panel members will share their perspectives on the transition process from school to adult life and their insights from assisting youth with the transition. \nSESSION 3 Thursday\, April 21\, 2022 – 7:00-8:30pm\nEmployment First\nSpeaker: Karen Lee – Executive Director\, Supporting Employment Equality and Community (SEEC)\nPanelists: Melissa Rosenberg\, Autism Society of Maryland / Autism Hiring Program\nMichael Lloyd\, SOGIIC LLC\, Howard County Autism Hiring Program\nDoris Jacobs\, Manager\, Howard County Youth Employment Services\, Humanim\nBradley Wilson\, 2021 graduate\, Project Search\nThe presentation will address the strategies and considerations associated with promoting\, building and supporting acceptance\, inclusion\, and neurodiversity in the workplace and community. A panel discussion will follow with representatives from Supporting Employment Equality and Community (SEEC)\, the Howard County Autism Hiring Program\, Humanim\, and a graduate of Project SEARCH\, an employment training program for transitioning youth with\ndisabilities. The panel members will share their workplace experiences and their views on the employment outlook for young adults with disabilities. \nSESSION 4 Tuesday\, May 24\, 2022 – 6:00-8:30pm\nYou Can Get SSI and Medical Assistance\, Go to Work … and Live to Tell About It\n(with Bonus Information About SSDI)\nSpeaker: Michael Dalto – Benefits Consultant\, High Note Consulting\, LLC\nWhat are these benefits programs\, how to apply\, and are they appropriate for you or your young adult with a disability? Learn about the Social Security Administration’s Supplemental Security Income (SSI)\, Medicaid\, and Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and their significance for transitioning youth as they enter adulthood and make a life for\nthemselves after school. \nFREE! Register once and receive Zoom links for all of the sessions. Simultaneous Spanish translation available. For disability accommodations (e.g.\, sign language interpreters\, alternative formats) please contact Erica Lewis\, ADA Specialist\, Howard County Department of Community Resources and Services\, one week prior to each webinar at ealewis@howardcountymd.gov or call 410-313-6402. \nPresented by the Howard County Transition Outreach Partnership: Accessible Resources for Independence\, Howard County Public School System\, Autism Society of Howard County\, Howard County Recreation & Parks\, The Arc Howard County\, Howard County Department of Community Resources and Services and NAMI Howard County.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/transition-symposium-2022-session-1-charting-the-lifecourse/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220219T130000
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SUMMARY:Adult Social Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Winter Putt-Putt at 1pm!  Additional details to follow soon. \nThis group is designed for independent adults with autism ages 24+.  Currently alternating virtual and in-person events each Saturday.  FREE to join.  A one-time registration is required at https://app.donorview.com/emKYX  Questions? Email info@autismsocietymd.org.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/adult-social-group-62/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Adult Social Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220219T153000
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SUMMARY:Yoga for Children\, Teens and Adults
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation.    \nParticipants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered\, you will be added to the list to receive\, by e-mail\, the videoconference login and password for any future yoga classes. You will receive this information directly from the yoga instructors before each Saturday class. You may request to unsubscribe from the list at any time. \nCLICK to REGISTER \nEach class will open about 10 minutes early for participants to visit with one another. Please login at least a few minutes early to get admitted. Instructors will close the class to late arrivals promptly at 3:30pm so that instruction can begin on time and proceed without interruption. We look forward to seeing you at the next Yoga Connections session. \nIf you have any questions or you registered and are not receiving the weekly e-mails\, contact Susanne Mason at susanne.mason@autismsocietymd.org.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/yoga-for-children-teens-and-adults-8/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, MD\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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SUMMARY:Grupo de Apoyo Para Padres Latinos
DESCRIPTION:Realizado en español\, este grupo de apoyo familiar se reúne mensualmente. \nPara más información \nMarianela Estrada  – emailnella22@gmail.com o 973-223-1024 \nAlex Arevalo at ax.arevel1@gmail.com or 240-374-3368.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/grupo-de-apoyo-para-padres-latinos-2/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Support
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T153000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220221T164624Z
UID:10001126-1645889400-1645893000@autismsocietymd.org
SUMMARY:Yoga for Children\, Teens and Adults
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our weekly FREE Yoga Classes with instructors from the Yoga Center of Columbia. These classes are made possible through the generosity of The Hussman Foundation.    \nParticipants and parents/guardians to pre-register with HCAS. This is a one-time registration. Once registered\, you will be added to the list to receive\, by e-mail\, the videoconference login and password for any future yoga classes. You will receive this information directly from the yoga instructors before each Saturday class. You may request to unsubscribe from the list at any time. \nCLICK to REGISTER \nEach class will open about 10 minutes early for participants to visit with one another. Please login at least a few minutes early to get admitted. Instructors will close the class to late arrivals promptly at 3:30pm so that instruction can begin on time and proceed without interruption. We look forward to seeing you at the next Yoga Connections session. \nIf you have any questions or you registered and are not receiving the weekly e-mails\, contact Susanne Mason at susanne.mason@autismsocietymd.org.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/yoga-for-children-teens-and-adults-9/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Yoga
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220226T193000
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SUMMARY:Adult Social Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Self-Advocacy Training led by members of the group’s Planning Committee! \nThis group is designed for independent adults with autism ages 24+.  Currently alternating virtual and in-person events each Saturday.  FREE to join.  A one-time registration is required at https://app.donorview.com/emKYX  Questions? Email info@autismsocietymd.org.
URL:https://autismsocietymd.org/event/adult-social-group-63/
LOCATION:Online\, 9770 Patuxent Woods Drive\, Suite 308\, Columbia\, MD\, 21046\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adult Social Group
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