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- 1Boulder County Needs Assessment Survey for People with Intellectual and Development Disabilities5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Boulder County Needs Assessment Survey for People with Intellectual and Development Disabilities
Date: 10/01/2018
Beginning Time:5:30 pm
Ending Time:7:30 pm
Location: 515 Coffman Street, Longmont
Event Description:
Boulder County Needs Assessment Survey for People with Intellectual and Development Disabilities
Boulder County is conducting a community-wide needs assessment to “improve services being offered to individuals who need a range of I/DD supports,” states the Boulder County website.
Feedback on the issue can be given in three ways:
1. Take a survey! English or Spanish Surveys are available until the end of September, 2018.
2. Participate in a community forum on Oct. 1, at the St. Vrain Community Hub (515 Coffman Street, Longmont) from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Please RSVP by emailing rsvp@omni.org
3. Schedule a one-on-one or small group interview with Omni by emailing rsvp@omni.org.
Contact Email: rsvp@omni.org
- 2Free Special Needs Planning Workshop6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Free Special Needs Planning Workshop
Date: 10/02/2018
Beginning Time:6:30 pm
Ending Time:8:30 pm
Location: 1665 Coal Creek Drive, Lafayette, CO
Cost: FREE
Event Description:
Free Special Needs Planning Workshops
Special Needs Planning is unlike traditional planning -
It’s planning for two generations!
Date: Tuesday, September 25, 2018
Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
and
Date: Tuesday, October 2 2018
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Imagine!
1665 Coal Creek Drive
Lafayette, CO 80026
Workshop Topics Include:
- Self-assessment of current and ideal goals for your family
- Understanding the costs of a disability
- Government Benefits - their role in helping to provide for your child and how to protect them - Medicaid, SSI vs. SSDI and preserving eligibility
- The importance of having a plan in place and how to put a plan together
- Letter of Intent/Last Wishes - creating comprehensive instructions for future caregivers
- Guardianship - the different types, how they function and what the process looks like
- Types of Special Needs Trusts - Individual, Third Party and Pooled Trusts
- How to properly fund a Special Needs Trust and protect benefits
- Case Study - reviewing the benefits of a plan
About the Presenter:
As a Branch Office Supervisor for over 16 years with Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc., Erik Utzinger's goal is to help reduce clients' stress around financial matters and move comfortably into the next phase of their lives. He helps clients clarify, coordinate and manage multiple goals by providing comprehensive services tailored to their unique situations.
Andrea Turner is the mother of a lively daughter on the autism spectrum who has navigated many of the challenges unique to our community. Andrea also has an intellectually disabled and autistic sister and she fully understands how one member with a disability can affect the whole family. She learned early on that careful planning for the future is essential. With lessons learned through dedicated advocacy for her own daughter and as a Registered Representative with Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. she guides families in appropriate planning for their unique situations.
Please RSVP to Andrea Turner by September 14, 2018
(301) 351-5795
andrea.turner@tfaconnect.com
RSVP By: 2018-09-20
Contact Number: (301) 351-5795
Contact Email: andrea.turner@tfaconnect.com
- 3Coleman Institute 18th Annual Conference on Cognitive Disability and Technology7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Coleman Institute 18th Annual Conference on Cognitive Disability and Technology
Date: 10/03/2018
Beginning Time:7:00 am
Ending Time:6:00 pm
Location: Omni Interlocken Hotel 500 Interlocken Boulevard Broomfield, CO
Cost: $25.00
Event Description:
The Coleman Institute 18th Annual Conference on Cognitive Disability and Technology (https://www.colemaninstitute.org/2018-conference/), “Advancing Accessibility for All” will be held October 3, 2018 at the Omni Interlocken Hotel in Broomfield, CO.
Jennifer Sheehy, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) and John L. Martin, the Director of the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities will serve as this year’s keynote speakers. In addition, a variety of both local and national speakers addressing issues related to people with cognitive disabilities and their access to technology will present their work and research. As in previous years, attendees will be informed about “The Rights of People with Cognitive Disabilities to Technology and Information Access,” a statement of principles informally known as “The Declaration,” and currently endorsed by over 250 leading disability organizations across the nation will be presented and attendees will have an opportunity to join this national movement that works to ensure full inclusion of people with cognitive disabilities in our technology driven world.
This conference is the only venue of its kind sharing contemporary knowledge of promising practices in cognitive disability and technology innovations and cultivating relationships between public and private entities.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 3, 2018 – There is a $25.00 non-refundable conference fee. Online Registration 7:00 – 6:00 – Complimentary lunch is provided
WHERE: Omni Interlocken Hotel 500 Interlocken Boulevard Broomfield, CO 80021
WHO: The Coleman Institute for Cognitive Disabilities is nationally recognized for leading the development and promotion of “The Rights of People with Cognitive Disabilities to Technology and Information Access” informally called “The Declaration.” The Institute was established in 2001 by the Board of Regents of the University of Colorado System. Its establishment was made possible by a generous gift from William (Bill) and Claudia Coleman. The Institute is actively engaged in supporting research, development, dissemination, and education in cognitive disabilities on all campuses of the University of Colorado: in Boulder, Colorado Springs, Denver, and at the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. The Institute’s mission is to catalyze and integrate advances in science, engineering, and technology to promote the quality of life of people with cognitive disabilities. For additional information about the Coleman Institute please visit: www.colemaninstitute.org
For more information please contact Genevieve Berry, Content Marketing and Community Manager, Coleman Institute of Cognitive Disabilities, at: genevieve.berry@cu.eduContact Email: genevieve.berry@cu.edu
Autism Society Boulder County East County Coffee Meet-up10:00 am - 11:00 amAutism Society Boulder County East County Coffee Meet-up
Date: 10/03/2018
Beginning Time:10:00 am
Ending Time:11:00 am
Location: 210 S. Public Road Lafayette, CO 80026
Event Description:
What: ASBC’s NEW East County Coffee Meet-up
When: Wednesday, October 3rd, 10-11am (will meet on first Wednesdays of the month)
Where: Cannon Mine Coffee, 210 S. Public Road Lafayette, CO 80026, http://www.cannonmine.com
Why: The focus of this group will be for families of children who are preschool through high school age. This group is for parents, grandparents, or anyone experiencing and experimenting with the joys and challenges of living with different abilities
RSVP: Please RSVP to Moderator: Julie Marshal, Julie@brainsong.netContact Email: Julie@brainsong.net
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- 5TGIF Music Jam for Children Through Adults With Special Needs4:30 pm - 5:15 pm
TGIF Music Jam for Children Through Adults With Special Needs
Date: 10/05/2018
Beginning Time:4:30 pm
Ending Time:5:15 pm
Location: 200 East Baseline Road, Lafayette
Cost: FREE
Event Description:
Contact Number: 303-665-0599
- 6Global Down Syndrome Foundation Dare to Play Football and Dare to Cheer Game Day12:00 am - 12:00 am
Global Down Syndrome Foundation Dare to Play Football and Dare to Cheer Game Day
Date: 10/06/2018
Beginning Time:12:00 am
Ending Time:12:00 am
Event Description:
Global Down Syndrome Foundation Dare to Play Football and Dare to Cheer Game Day
Folsom Field 2400 Colorado Ave Boulder, CO 80302
October 6th, Time TBD
Come support the Global Down Syndrome Foundation and watch the Buffs take on the ASU Sundevils. Tickets start at just $30. Every ticket sold $5 will go back to the Global Down Syndrome Foundation in a fundraising effort! Get your tickets today! (While supplies last).
Tickets: https://www.fevo.com/edp/Global-Down-Syndrome-Foundation-NeBWPBQE
Link: https://www.fevo.com/edp/Global-Down-Syndrome-Foundation-NeBWPBQE
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- 9Celebration of Disabilities in Employment11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Celebration of Disabilities in Employment
Date: 10/09/2018
Beginning Time:11:00 am
Ending Time:2:00 pm
Location: 10455 Sheridan Blvd  Westminster, CO
Cost: FREE
Event Description:
Center for People with Disabilities
and
Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
are proud to sponsor:
CELEBRATION OF DISABILITIES IN EMPLOYMENT
Come and hear from Employers and Employees with Disabilities what it means to be READY TO WORKWhen: Tuesday, October 9, 2018
Where: City Park Recreation Center
10455 Sheridan Blvd
Westminster, CO 80020This free event features motivational speakers:
Doreen Falcon, Holiday Inn Express
Rommel Victoria, FirstBank
Aaron Pasterz, CPWD
Bonnie McIntosh, CU Boulder
Other Employer and Employee with Disability Speakers to be announcedTo register please CLICK HERE
Doors open at 11:00 AM, Speakers begin at Noon, Lunch will be available for purchase
Participating vendors: Division of Vocational Rehab – Boulder and Adams County, Rocky Mountain ADA Center, EEOC, Social Security Administration, Workforce Adams County, Imagine!, Accessible Systems, CPWD Beyond Vision, Workforce Centers, Colorado Center on Law and Policy, Goodwill Industries, others to be announced! - 10
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- 12JFK Partners Autism Spectrum Disorder Conference8:00 am - 4:30 pm
JFK Partners Autism Spectrum Disorder Conference
Date: 10/12/2018
Beginning Time:8:00 am
Ending Time:4:30 pm
Location: Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
Event Description:
JFK Partners 6th Annual Autism Spectrum Disorder Conference
Breaking Barriers:
Cultural and Socioeconomic Considerations in Working with
Diverse and Underserved ASD/IDD Communities
October 12, 2018
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO
Morning Session with Featured Speaker Maria Mercedes Avila, PhD, University of Vermont
Health starts where we live, learn, work, and play. Our environment and those we interact with in our lives have a big impact on a variety of health indicators. Dr. Avila will speak to the importance of understanding how we can influence our health outcomes by creating equity for families from diverse communities. The session will highlight the importance of having providers promote inclusion, diversity, and cultural responsiveness in all aspects of working with families.
Afternoon Session with Featured Speaker Matt Tincani, PhD, BCBA-D, Temple University
Dr. Tincani will begin by discussing issues in the under identification of under-represented racial/ethnic minority children with ASD, including state and national data to suggest that minority children are less likely than white children to be identified with ASD and provided with appropriate educational services. He will then explore potential solutions to address under identification within special education and related service delivery systems. Finally, he will overview ways that practitioners can incorporate cultural and linguistic variables into their intervention practices in supporting individuals with ASD, including those from under-served communities.
Registration includes boxed sandwich lunch and refreshments throughout the day.
Location: Anschutz Medical Campus, Education 2 South, 13121 E. 17th Ave., 1st Floor Auditorium, Aurora, CO
Registration Deadline: 10/1/18
Click here to Register
Conference BrochureLink: http://www.ucdenver.edu/academics/colleges/medicalschool/programs/JFKPartners/Pages/Events.aspx
RSVP By: 2018-10-01
Autism Society of Boulder County at Progresh10:00 am - 12:00 pmAutism Society of Boulder County at Progresh
Date: 10/12/2018
Beginning Time:10:00 am
Ending Time:12:00 pm
Location: 9499 Washington Street, Suite 50, Thornton, CO
Cost: FREE
Event Description:
What: 2018 ASBC Open Gyms at Progresh
Where: Progresh, 9499 Washington Street, Suite 50, Thornton, CO MAP and DIRECTIONS
When:
Friday, October 12th, 10am - 12pm
Monday, November 19th, 10am - 12pm
Cost: Free
RSVP deadline: The day prior to each event
CLICK HERE to register for October 12th
CLICK HERE to register for November 19thProgresh is an innovative training center dedicated to ski, snowboard, skateboard, BMX and tumbling progression, in a safe and comfortable environment. Their mission is to provide a unique action sports experience, for all skill levels, to Colorado’s Front Range and beyond. This event is open to people of all ages who have ASD, as well as their siblings, friends, and family. We started this event with kids and teens in mind, but it's developed into an event for all ages and it's a great workout!
This is similar to the open gym format, however all participants need to arrive promptly for safety orientation and to sign waivers. Parents or guardians are required to remain at the facility. Progresh coaches will guide us as we explore all Progresh has to offer. This includes trampolines, airbags, tumbling, slacklining, and more. If you want to try the ski/ snowboard or skateboarding, please let us know ahead of time as they will need more staff to accommodate.
Click here to learn more about ProgreshLink: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/asbc-open-gym-at-progresh-friday-october-12th-2018-tickets-47363191581
RSVP By: 2018-10-11
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- 14An Innovative and Integrative Approach to Autism: Key Strategies to Actualize Your Childs Potential10:00 am - 12:00 pm
An Innovative and Integrative Approach to Autism: Key Strategies to Actualize Your Childs Potential
Date: 10/14/2018
Beginning Time:10:00 am
Ending Time:12:00 pm
Location: 2590 Walnut Street Denver, CO
Cost: $25
Event Description:
In this workshop you will learn:
- The importance of integrative care and the problems that can arise when care is not offered in this way.
- The core concepts of our innovative "Whole Child" approach and how these concepts can be implemented so you can see lasting and meaningful growth in your child.
- The impact of these strategies as seen through powerful case studies.
- The most effective and cutting edge bio-medical interventions.
- Critical strategies to help your child develop self-esteem and a positive sense of self; a crucial foundation for all other areas of development.
Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/an-innovative-and-integrative-approach-to-autism-tickets-46837055895
Feel the Beat's Anniversary Event12:00 pm - 4:00 pmFeel the Beat's Anniversary Event
Date: 10/14/2018
Beginning Time:12:00 pm
Ending Time:4:00 pm
Location: 5451 W. 32nd Ave. Wheat Ridge, CO
Cost: FREE
Event Description:
Feel the Beat's Anniversary Event
When: October 14th, 2018
from 12-4pm!
Where: 5451 W. 32nd Ave.
Wheat Ridge, CO
80212
Cost: Free!We can't believe it's already been a year!
In just over one year, Feel the Beat has completed a variety of projects and programs across Colorado and has served more than 1,143 individuals. Since this time we have offered a wide range of weekly classes and served deaf, hard of hearing, and clientele with special needs in the areas of Hip Hop, Jazz, Broadway Jazz, Lyrical, Creative Movement, and Children's Yoga!
If you want to catch up on our awesome year go to our website, or leave a review about how your year has been here or here.
To see the event on Facebook and invite your friends and family, click here - 15Autism Society of Boulder County Youth Advisory Committee6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Autism Society of Boulder County Youth Advisory Committee
Date: 10/15/2018
Beginning Time:6:00 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: East Boulder Community Center
Event Description:
Autism Society of Boulder County Youth Advisory Committee
Remaining 2018 Meetings:
Monday, October 15th @ 6:00PM
Monday, November 5th @ 6:00PM
Monday, December 10th @ 6:00PM
East Boulder Community Center
Email Whitney Pinion at education@autismboulder.org
Contact Email: education@autismboulder.org
- 16REST: Training for Respite Providers and Volunteers8:30 am - 4:30 pm
REST: Training for Respite Providers and Volunteers
Multiple Event Dates:
Beginning Time:8:30 am
Ending Time:4:30 pm
Location: 101 Monroe St. Denver, COÂ
Cost: $595
Event Description:
Colorado Respite Coalition
REST: Training for Respite Providers and Volunteers
The CRC is excited to bring REST (Respite Education and Support Tools) to Colorado for a training course. This nationally-recognized interactive two-day Train-The-Trainer course prepares those who will train REST Companions to provide respite in their own communities.
This is a great opportunity to increase the number of quality respite providers in our state. Get the tools to train those in your community on how to be respite providers, or the skills to bring to your staff.
Date: October 16-17, 2018 from 8:30 - 4:30 PM both days
Location: Daniels Fund, 101 Monroe St. Denver, CO
Registration: Click here
Spots for this training are limited, register today!For more information, contact:
Meghan Kluth, Director of Respite Initiatives, Easterseals Colorado
mkluth@eastersealscolorado.org
303-233-1666, ext. 257Kelly Fitzgerald, REST Training Development Manager
kfitzgerald@restprogram.org
630-397-5658Link: http://restprogram.org/rest-events/rest-train-the-trainer-event-denver-co/
Contact Number: 303-233-1666, ext. 257
Contact Email: mkluth@eastersealscolorado.org
Book Launch: The Social Diet5:00 pm - 7:30 pmBook Launch: The Social Diet
Date: 10/16/2018
Beginning Time:5:00 pm
Ending Time:7:30 pm
Location: 7980 Niwot Road
Event Description:
RSVP By: 2018-10-01
Contact Number: 720-290-2707
Contact Email: stacy@TheSocialDiet.com
Ignite Adaptive Sports Information Session6:00 pm - 8:00 pmIgnite Adaptive Sports Information Session
Date: 10/16/2018
Beginning Time:6:00 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: 6007 Oreg Ave, Boulder, CO
Event Description:
Ignite Adaptive Sports Information Session
Located at the beautiful Eldora, just 21 miles from Boulder, CO, Ignite Adaptive Sports provides safe, fun and affordable instruction in alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing to people with any disability to enhance their quality of life.
2018 Information sessions:
Tuesday, October 16, 6-8 PM
Wednesday, October 24, 6-8 PM
Saturday, October 27, 10AM-noon
Location: Boulder JCC, 6007 Oreg Ave, Boulder, CO
http://igniteadaptivesports.org/ or 303-258-1166 for more details.
Link: http://igniteadaptivesports.org/
Contact Number: 303-258-1166
Center for People With Disabilities Presents Youth Night6:00 pm - 8:00 pmCenter for People With Disabilities Presents Youth Night
Date: 10/16/2018
Beginning Time:6:00 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: 1675 Range St., Boulder, CO 80301
Event Description:
Contact Number: 303-442-8662
Contact Email: jane@cpwd.org
Autism Society of Boulder County Creative Girls Teen Group6:30 pm - 8:00 pmAutism Society of Boulder County Creative Girls Teen Group
Date: 10/16/2018
Beginning Time:6:30 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: 75 Waneka Parkway, Lafayette, Colorado 80026
Event Description:
What: ASBC's Creative Girls Teen Group (for girls ages 13-18 years old)
When: Tuesday, October 16th - Meets 3rd Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8pm
Where: Confluence SBC - A Small Business Collective
75 Waneka Parkway, Lafayette, Colorado 80026, Map and Directions
Why: This group is a safe, non-judgmental environment for practicing social skills while engaged in the creative pursuits of your choice. Your group leaders, will be bringing their own projects to work on themselves. They are both interested in fiber arts such as spinning yarn, knitting, crocheting, embroidery and other activities such as origami, sewing, and visual arts. Nisa also enjoys tile mosaics. Bring your own projects. Nisa is an occupational therapist specializing in children and adults with developmental differences. Katie is a tailor who grew up in Boulder, attending Summit Charter School and Fairview High School
RSVP: Please RSVP to moderator Nisa Libbey at 720-308-2565.Contact Number: 720-308-2565
- 17REST: Training for Respite Providers and Volunteers8:30 am - 4:30 pm
REST: Training for Respite Providers and Volunteers
Multiple Event Dates:
Beginning Time:8:30 am
Ending Time:4:30 pm
Location: 101 Monroe St. Denver, COÂ
Cost: $595
Event Description:
Colorado Respite Coalition
REST: Training for Respite Providers and Volunteers
The CRC is excited to bring REST (Respite Education and Support Tools) to Colorado for a training course. This nationally-recognized interactive two-day Train-The-Trainer course prepares those who will train REST Companions to provide respite in their own communities.
This is a great opportunity to increase the number of quality respite providers in our state. Get the tools to train those in your community on how to be respite providers, or the skills to bring to your staff.
Date: October 16-17, 2018 from 8:30 - 4:30 PM both days
Location: Daniels Fund, 101 Monroe St. Denver, CO
Registration: Click here
Spots for this training are limited, register today!For more information, contact:
Meghan Kluth, Director of Respite Initiatives, Easterseals Colorado
mkluth@eastersealscolorado.org
303-233-1666, ext. 257Kelly Fitzgerald, REST Training Development Manager
kfitzgerald@restprogram.org
630-397-5658Link: http://restprogram.org/rest-events/rest-train-the-trainer-event-denver-co/
Contact Number: 303-233-1666, ext. 257
Contact Email: mkluth@eastersealscolorado.org
Autism Society of Boulder County Boulder Wednesday Evening Support Group6:30 pm - 8:00 pmAutism Society of Boulder County Boulder Wednesday Evening Support Group
Date: 10/17/2018
Beginning Time:6:30 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: 2630 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80305
Event Description:
What: ASBC's Boulder Wednesday Evening Support Group
When: Wednesday, October 17th, 6:30pm
Where: The Taj Restaurant, 2630 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80305
Why: The focus of this group will be for parents of children who are preschool through high school age.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Moderator: Jessica Clarke at jessicamclarke.1@gmail.com or 720-238-1315Contact Number: 720-238-1315
Contact Email: jessicamclarke.1@gmail.com
- 18Autism Society of Boulder County Boulder Thursday Evening Support Group6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Autism Society of Boulder County Boulder Thursday Evening Support Group
Date: 10/18/2018
Beginning Time:6:30 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: 2630 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80305
Event Description:
What: ASBC's Boulder Thursday Evening Support Group
When: Thursday, October 18th, 6:30pm
Where: The Taj Restaurant, 2630 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80305
Why: The focus of this group will be for parents of children who are preschool through high school age.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Moderator: Steph Fairbanks at stephanie.fairbanks@gmail.com or 720-550-2968Contact Number: 720-550-2968
Contact Email: stephanie.fairbanks@gmail.com
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- 20Autism Society of Boulder County Open Gym at Airborne Gymnastics2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Autism Society of Boulder County Open Gym at Airborne Gymnastics
Date: 10/20/2018
Beginning Time:2:00 pm
Ending Time:3:30 pm
Location: Airborne Gymnastics - Frederick Location
Cost: FREE
Event Description:
What: ASBC Open Gym at Airborne Gymnastics
When: Saturday, October 20th, 2018 from 2:00pm-3:30pm
Who: Kids of all ages with ASD, and their siblings and caregivers
Where: Airborne Gymnastics - Frederick Location, Map and Directions
Cost: Free
RSVP Deadline: Please RSVP by the day prior to Open Gym day
CLICK HERE to register participants for this event
Please join us for the ASBC Open Gym events this summer at Airborne Gymnastics (Frederick location).
This event is free and open to kids of all ages who have ASD, as well as their siblings and caregivers. We will have the gym to ourselves for 90 minutes.RSVP’s are required via the Eventbrite registration pages (links above), so please RSVP and reserve your spots. Please make note of the Airborne Gym rules below, and be aware that these rules do apply to these open gyms. A current Airborne Gymnastics waiver MUST be on file for all participants, so please be prepared to fill one out if needed.
OPEN GYM RULES:
- Parents MUST stay with their children at all times and assist Airborne staff in monitoring their children's safety.
- No shoes in the gymnasium.
- ONE child at a time on the trampolines.
- NO adults on the equipment.
- The rooms upstairs are off limits. Please stay in the observation area only if visiting the upstairs.We hope to see you at Airborne Gymnastics!
RSVP By: 2018-10-19
- 21Autism Society of Boulder County Longmont Support Group11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Autism Society of Boulder County Longmont Support Group
Date: 10/21/2018
Beginning Time:11:30 am
Ending Time:12:30 pm
Location: 540 Main Street, Longmont, CO
Event Description:
What: ASBC's Longmont Support Group
When: Sunday, October 21st, 11:30am - 12:30pm (new day and time)
Where: The Pumphouse (new location), 540 Main Street, Longmont, CO,MAPS and DIRECTIONS
Why: This support group is a great way to connect with others in the community and to share resources and experiences.
RSVP: Please contact group moderator, Wendy VanKonyenburg, at wvankony@gmail.com to RSVP or to find out more about the group. PLEASE be sure to RSVP to the moderator in case there is a last minute cancellation or change of location. Thank you!Contact Email: wvankony@gmail.com
Brainsong No Shushing Concert1:00 pm - 3:00 pmBrainsong No Shushing Concert
Date: 10/21/2018
Beginning Time:1:00 pm
Ending Time:3:00 pm
Location: 5660 Sioux Dr. Boulder, CO
Cost: $5
Event Description:
Link: www.boulderparks-rec.org
Contact Number: 303-413-7256
Contact Email: goldmanl@bouldercolorado.gov
FUNdamental Family Climb6:30 pm - 8:00 pmFUNdamental Family Climb
Date: 10/21/2018
Beginning Time:6:30 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: 1960 32nd Street, Boulder, CO
Event Description:
FUNdamental Family Climb - Boulder
Sunday, October 21st, 6:30pm
ABC Kids Climbing
1960 32nd Street, Boulder, CO 80301
Free family climbing gym workshop - no equipment needed, no prior experience necessary. Dress comfy, please RSVP, bring your friends and siblings and have FUN together!
ABC Kids has something for every skill level, as well as climbing-related activities such as balancing, obstacle course, slide, zip line, etc.
Staff and volunteers have experience working with kids with autism, and all climbing volunteers have passed ABC Kids' belay assessment.
Please RSVP for this event via autismclimbs.org
Link: autismclimbs.org
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- 23Building Cooperative Behaviors9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Building Cooperative Behaviors
Date: 10/23/2018
Beginning Time:9:00 am
Ending Time:1:00 pm
Location: 1665 Coal Creek Drive, Lafayette, CO
Cost: FREE
Event Description:
Building Cooperative Behaviors
A Free Introduction to Behavior Analysis
Jeff Kupfer, PhD, Board Certified Behavior Analyst
In order to build cooperative behaviors in others, we must learn to change our own behavior patterns and practices. This class provides a brief overview of selected evidence-based behavior principles based on Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We will review the dangers of using coercive and punitive methods to change behavior, and will focus on positive alternatives.
Parents, Caregivers, Professionals, Educators/Teachers and Community Members will learn to use Cooperative Behavior Building methods for behavior change by:
- Recognizing and understanding the five principles of behavior to enhance relationships
- Distinguishing between proactive and reactive methods and how these two approaches result in diverse outcomes
- Drawing upon Cooperative Behavior Building methods to increase positive behaviors and decrease challenging or problematic behaviors
Classes are free and open to the public
Class are held at the John Taylor Conference Center at 1665 Coal Creek Drive in Lafayette
9:00am-1pm/Registration begins at 8:30am
To register via phone, dial 303.457.5719
or
via the web https://secure.imaginecolorado.org/ssl/trainingClassSignUpFree.htm
Link: https://secure.imaginecolorado.org/ssl/trainingClassSignUpFree.htm ÂÂ
Contact Number: 303.457.5719
- 24Autism Society of Boulder County Support Group for Parents of Adults on the Spectrum12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Autism Society of Boulder County Support Group for Parents of Adults on the Spectrum
Date: 10/24/2018
Beginning Time:12:30 pm
Ending Time:1:30 pm
Location: 75 Waneka Parkway, Lafayette, Colorado 80026
Event Description:
What: ASBC's Support Group for Parents of Adults on the Spectrum
When: Wednesday, October 24th, 12:30-1:30 pm
Where: Confluence SBC - A Small Business Collective
75 Waneka Parkway, Lafayette, Colorado 80026, Map and Directions
Why: Support group for parents who have adult children with ASD. Group meets the fourth Wednesday of each month. For more information, please contact moderator.
RSVP: Please RSVP to Moderator: Nisa Libbey, (720) 308-2565Contact Number: (720) 308-2565
Ignite Adaptive Sports Information Session6:00 pm - 8:00 pmIgnite Adaptive Sports Information Session
Date: 10/24/2018
Beginning Time:6:00 pm
Ending Time:8:00 pm
Location: 6007 Oreg Ave, Boulder, CO
Event Description:
Ignite Adaptive Sports Information Session
Located at the beautiful Eldora, just 21 miles from Boulder, CO, Ignite Adaptive Sports provides safe, fun and affordable instruction in alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing to people with any disability to enhance their quality of life.
2018 Information sessions:
Tuesday, October 16, 6-8 PM
Wednesday, October 24, 6-8 PM
Saturday, October 27, 10AM-noon
Location: Boulder JCC, 6007 Oreg Ave, Boulder, CO
http://igniteadaptivesports.org/ or 303-258-1166 for more details.
Link: http://igniteadaptivesports.org/
Contact Number: 303-258-1166
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Ignite Adaptive Sports Information Session
Date: 10/27/2018
Beginning Time:10:00 am
Ending Time:12:00 pm
Location: 6007 Oreg Ave, Boulder, CO
Event Description:
Ignite Adaptive Sports Information Session
Located at the beautiful Eldora, just 21 miles from Boulder, CO, Ignite Adaptive Sports provides safe, fun and affordable instruction in alpine and cross-country skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing to people with any disability to enhance their quality of life.
2018 Information sessions:
Tuesday, October 16, 6-8 PM
Wednesday, October 24, 6-8 PM
Saturday, October 27, 10AM-noon
Location: Boulder JCC, 6007 Oreg Ave, Boulder, CO
http://igniteadaptivesports.org/ or 303-258-1166 for more details.
Link: http://igniteadaptivesports.org/
Contact Number: 303-258-1166
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Supporting Aging Adults with Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Disease
Date: 10/30/2018
Beginning Time:12:00 pm
Ending Time:1:00 pm
Location: Webinar
Cost: Global Members – Free Non-Members – $10
Event Description:
Supporting Aging Adults with
Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s DiseaseTuesday, October 30, 2018
12pm – 1pm MSTGlobal Members – Free
Non-Members – $10This webinar will review key research and behavioral strategies related to Alzheimer’s disease and Down syndrome. Huntington Potter, Ph.D, will present the most recent research discoveries about the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and Down syndrome and Bryn Gelaro, LSW, will discuss important behavioral strategies to support aging adults with Down syndrome. Find out what families and professionals need to know about Alzheimer’s disease to provide great care for adults Down syndrome. Key takeaways from this presentation are:
- Recent Research Discoveries
- Common Behavior and Mental Health Concerns of Family Members of Aging Adults with Down syndrome
- Behavior Based Interventions that Utilize Common Behavioral Strengths of Adults with Down syndrome
Huntington Potter, Ph.D. is Professor of Neurology and Director of Alzheimer’s Disease Research in the Department of Neurology and the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome at the University of Colorado, Denver. He discovered and is devoted to studying the mechanistic relationship between Alzheimer’s Disease and Down syndrome. Prior to joining UC Denver, Dr. Potter studied, researched and taught for 30 years at Harvard University. He has authored of over 100 scientific articles and books, holds 15 U.S. and foreign patents, and has received numerous awards for his work.
Bryn Gelaro, LSW, is a social worker with a background in behavioral health with adults with Down syndrome. As the Director of Adult Initiatives and Special projects at Global, her work includes furthering Global’s adult care initiatives, serving as a project manager and co-author on the Adult Medical Health Care Guidelines update, and supporting Global’s efforts to open a World Class Medical Clinic for adults with Down syndrome. She also provides behavioral health under the supervision of Dr. Dennis McGuire, LCSW, at the pilot Adult Down Syndrome Clinic at Denver Health.
Register: https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/global-webinar-series/#registerNOW
Link: https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/global-webinar-series/#registerNOW
Imagine! Board of Directors Meeting7:00 pm - 9:00 pmImagine! Board of Directors Meeting
Date: 10/30/2018
Beginning Time:7:00 pm
Ending Time:9:00 pm
Location: 1665 Coal Creek Drive, Lafayette, CO
Event Description:
Imagine!’s Board of Directors meetings are open to the public. For Fiscal Year 2018 -2019, board meetings will be held most months at Imagine!’s John M. Taylor Conference Center, 1665 Coal Creek Drive, Lafayette, CO.
FY 2018-19 Board Meeting Schedule:
All meetings are held at 7:00 p.m.
- August 28, 2018
- September 25, 2018
- October 30, 2018
- November 27, 2018
- January 29, 2019
- March 26, 2019
- April 30, 2019
- May 28, 2019
- June 25, 2019
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