Strategies that Work! Managing Your Mental Health and Wellness

Virtual Event

Thursday, January 19, 2023 | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Virtual | FREE Strategies that Work! Managing Your Mental Health and Wellness We all need to support our mental health and wellness but many don’t know where to start. This presentation will give participants easy to follow strategies to incorporate into daily life and the

FREE

Tu Bishvat-Celebration of The Trees

Goodman Jewish Family Services 5890 S. Pine Island Road, Davie, FL, United States

Join us for this inclusive event for neurodivergent and neurotypical adults in the celebration of Tu BiShvat. Activities include: Painting pots, planting seeds in the pots, snacks of fruits and nuts. Learn a little about Tu BiShvat and our planet.

FREE

Sensory-Friendly Sunday

Museum of Discovery and Science 401 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

MODS will be opening an hour early for sensory-friendly Museum exploration and activities followed by an IMAX film at 12:30 p.m. To provide a more sensory-sensitive environment for individuals on the autism spectrum, the theater lights will be turned up and the sound will be lowered. All films will be presented in 2D. No trailers

FREE

Bingo Night

Virtual Event

Let’s celebrate this special month with a fun game of Bingo! Numbers will be announced with facts about Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion and related information. Have fun and learn something new

FREE

Special Needs Dance

Boulevard Heights Community Center 6770 Garfield Street, Hollywood, FL, United States

FREE

YAA For All Sensory Sunday

Young At Art Museum 8000 W Broward Blvd Ste 1208, Plantation, FL, United States

Celebrating inclusivity and diversity through art! 2nd Saturdays of the month are for Sensory Fun! YAA is an UM-NSU CARD Autism Friendly Partner and all staff are CARD trained! We also offer sensory bags for check-out at all times in the Museum to accommodate the needs of those with sensory sensitivities and people of all

$12

¿Quienes somos? Como le podemos ayudar

UM CARD 5665 Ponce de Leon, Miami, FL, United States

UM-NSU CARD ofrece servicios gratuitos a familias y profesionales en los Condados de Miami Dade, Broward y Monroe. Para saber más de nuestros servicios y qué podemos ofrecerle a individuos con un diagnóstico de autismo, no dejes de participar! Translation: UM-NSU CARD offers free services to families and professionals in Miami Dade, Broward, and Monroe

FREE

AT, AAC and ASD: Engagement and Communication in the Classroom

Virtual Event

Assistive technology (AT), including Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), can not only enhance the lives and capabilities of students with ASD but also provide educators and related service provides with a valuable tool to allow students with ASD increased educational opportunities. Identifying appropriate AT and AAC for students with ASD can be a challenging process

FREE

Best Buddies Friendship Walk

Nova Southeastern University 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr. Boulevard, Davie, FL, United States

The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the leading walk in the country supporting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (also known as IDD). Join 40,000 walkers across the country to support the Best Buddies programs in your schools, workplaces and communities.  You’ll be making the world more welcoming to people with intellectual and

FREE

Brazilian Voices: A Sensory-Inclusive Performance

Abdo New River Room

This Sensory Inclusive Performance is intended to create a welcoming and supportive environment for children and adults on the autism spectrum as well as individuals with other sensitivity issues or developmental disabilities. To create a sensory-Inclusive setting, slight adjustments have been made to the production including reduced sound levels, no flashing or strobe lights and minimal special effects. An area adjacent to the theater

$15

Adult Special Needs Dance

Boulevard Heights Community Center 6770 Garfield Street, Hollywood, FL, United States

Free

Caregiver Webinar Series

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER & LEARN MORE! DifferentBrains.org is excited to present a free 5 part webinar series dedicated to caregivers. Whether you're caregiving as a loved one or in a professional capacity, too often your own needs can get neglected. This series will address your well-being, self-care needs, and provide you with valuable tools,

Free

Summer Social- Seasonal Dances

Tamarac Community Center 8601 West Commercial Boulevard, Tamarac, FL, United States

Friday, July 14, 2023 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Tamarac Community Center  8601 W. Commercial Blvd.  Tamarac 33351 Reservations required. For further information, or to make a reservation, contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357-8170/8160 or email SpecialPopulations@Broward.org. Adherence to CDC guidelines for social distancing, hand sanitizing, and wearing a facial covering are recommended. Individuals

Free

L.E.A.D. Program

Virtual Event

$275

Do you feel like you're battling a system that  doesn't understand or is oppositional to your needs? Partners in Policymaking is an advocacy and leadership training program for parents and people with developmental disabilities that can give you the tools you need to become the advocate you are meant to be! The application for the 2023-24 Partners

JDCH Special Needs & Inclusion Fair 2023

6900 W State Rd 84, Davie, FL 33317 6900 W State Rd 84, Davie

JDCH Special Needs & Inclusion Fair 2023 Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Special Needs and Inclusion Fair will be held on September 23, 2023! Join us for a fun and informative day the whole family will enjoy! While kids participate in a variety of exciting activities, parents, caregivers, healthcare providers and anyone interested in special needs

Abilities Expo

Broward Convention Center 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, FL, United States

Three days. One roof. Endless access to the latest products, technologies and resources for the disability community! Get ready for an all-inclusive climbing wall, a ton of adaptive sports, the world-famous Rollettes, info-packed workshops and so much more. It's all free so join us and register today.

FREE