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Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. -- 8:30 p.m. February 24, 2020 -- April 20, 2020 Cost: $72 Bowling league for individuals with special needs and their families. This program is about having fun, making friends and social interaction with a little friendly competition. Registration is required in person at the community center, no online registration. For more […]
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Plantation Athletic League (PAL) Dynamites Valentine’s Day Dance
Plantation Athletic League (PAL) Dynamites Valentine’s Day Dance
Big Valentine's Day Dance! Wear the color red! Admission is free! Please bring water or a box of Capri drinks For more information, please call Luz Marina Sementilli at 954-270-4455 (after 2:00pm)
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Exceptional Theater Company’s 17th Annual Benefit Dinner & Show — OZ Before & After
Exceptional Theater Company’s 17th Annual Benefit Dinner & Show — OZ Before & After
Doors open at 5:00 p.m. Show begins at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person, Tables are $300. Sponsorship opportunities available. For more information, call 954-699-4096.
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12th Annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities
12th Annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities
Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities Nation’s Largest Free Event for Kids, Adults and Wounded Warriors with Special Needs Celebrates 11 Years on Land and on Sea. Welcome to the Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, America’s largest free fun-day for people with special needs, their families and their caregivers. Now […]
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Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. -- 8:30 p.m. February 24, 2020 -- April 20, 2020 Cost: $72 Bowling league for individuals with special needs and their families. This program is about having fun, making friends and social interaction with a little friendly competition. Registration is required in person at the community center, no online registration. For more […]
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Cooper City Challengers Presents: Bingo Night
Cooper City Challengers Presents: Bingo Night
This is for our young adults with special needs to get out, mingle and have some fun! Pizza, dessert and refreshments will be served! Prizes to all the winners! Please note this is open to Cooper City residents only at this time. Each attending resident will be allowed one non-resident guest per event. Each attending member must […]
Saint Patrick’s Dance
Saint Patrick’s Dance
Special Populations: Saint Patrick's Day Dance Divisions:Special Populations Programs and Classes Phone:(954) 345-2200 Friday, March 6, 2020 Wear Gold and Green! What time? 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Where? Sartory Senior Center in Mullins Park 10150 NW 29th Street Coral Springs, FL 33065 How Much? $5 per person Includes entertainment, refreshments Why? To have fun! […]
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2nd Annual Autism Connections Conference & Expo
2nd Annual Autism Connections Conference & Expo
Serving parents of children, teens and adults with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays and/or other neurological disorders (including ADHD). Saturday, March 7, 2020 8:30 a.m. -- 4:00 p.m. Renaissance Hotel 1230 Pine Island Road, 1st and 2nd Floor Conference Rooms Plantation, FL 33324 An informative day offering education, alternatives and connection to the understanding, treatment […]
Illuminate Opening Night
Illuminate Opening Night
The Shirley and Barton Weisman and Family Event Center JAFCO Children's Ability Center 5100 North Nob Hill Road Sunrise, FL 33351 Saturday, March 7, 2020 7:00 p.m. Cocktails and Hors d'oeuvres 8:00 p.m. Illuminate Grand Entrance Featured Guests: Chef Michelle Bernstein New York Comedy Stage Comedian Judy Gold Broadway sensation Nicolas King Tickets are $500 […]
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Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. -- 8:30 p.m. February 24, 2020 -- April 20, 2020 Cost: $72 Bowling league for individuals with special needs and their families. This program is about having fun, making friends and social interaction with a little friendly competition. Registration is required in person at the community center, no online registration. For more […]
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Medicaid Waiver and Consumer Directed Care+
Medicaid Waiver and Consumer Directed Care+
The Med Waiver and CDC+ are two state funding programs that assist Floridians who have developmental disabilities. This workshop provides a comprehensive overview of the various Medicaid Waivers available in Florida, the criteria for eligibility, the application process, what to do while on the waiting list and what services are covered once you receive funding. […]
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Area 10 Family Care Council Meeting (3/13)
Area 10 Family Care Council Meeting (3/13)
Monthly meeting people with developmental disabilities and their families. In 1993, the Florida Legislature created the FCCs (Chapter 393.502, Florida Statutes) in each service area of APD to advise the agency, develop a plan for the delivery of family support services within the local area, and monitor the implementation and effectiveness of services and supports […]
Cooper City Challengers Presents: Game Night (3/13)
Cooper City Challengers Presents: Game Night (3/13)
SOMEPLACE SPECIAL FOR OUR SPECIAL NEEDS RESIDENTS Each attending resident will be allowed one non-resident guest. Each member must be accompanied with adult supervision for the entire event. Games offered include: Wii! Ping Pong! Air Hockey! Bumper Pool! Billiards! Fun! For more information, and to RSVP, please call Sherri Billings at 954-433-2264 or Karen Knapp […]
Go Green Dance
Go Green Dance
Go Green Dance at Tamarac Community Center - Friday, March 13, 2020, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Teens and young adults with developmental disabilities, ages 13-25, are invited to "Go Green" and celebrate St. Patrick's Day at this free social/dance from 7 to 9:30 p.m. The evening's activities include deejay music, socializing, dancing, and refreshments. This […]
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Best Buddies South Florida Friendship Walk
Best Buddies South Florida Friendship Walk
The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the number one walk in the country raising awareness and funds to support inclusion for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). When you walk with us, you can also expect to dance, laugh, smile and make a new friend. It will be one big party! But the best […]
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David Posnack JCC 5k Classic Superhero Run/Walk
David Posnack JCC 5k Classic Superhero Run/Walk
Partial proceeds to benefit the David Posnack JCC's Giborim program which includes enrichment classes and summer camp for children, teens and adults with special needs. Race Day Includes: Food Kids' Activities Indoor Awards Presentation Swimming Clean, Air-Conditioned Indoor Locker Rooms & Facilities FREE One Day Guest Pass at the J Race Times: 8:00 a.m. - 5K Run 8:05 a.m. - 5K […]
JAFCO Family Fun Day 6th Annual Spring Festival
JAFCO Family Fun Day 6th Annual Spring Festival
Come celebrate the 6th Annual Spring Festival at the JAFCO Children's Ability Center! Join us for our first ever "FLY Into Spring" experience. Make sure you bring you camera and phones because you don't want to miss out on all of our NEW 2020 SPRING PHOTO OPS. Families will have the opportunity to participate in […]
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Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. -- 8:30 p.m. February 24, 2020 -- April 20, 2020 Cost: $72 Bowling league for individuals with special needs and their families. This program is about having fun, making friends and social interaction with a little friendly competition. Registration is required in person at the community center, no online registration. For more […]
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Autism in the Workplace: Job Coaches Guide to Success
Autism in the Workplace: Job Coaches Guide to Success
This presentation is offered to community job coaches to provide an overview of workplace accommodations and supports, effective instruction and prompting techniques, and self-advocacy skills for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Presenter: Jennifer Feinstein, MSW Organization: UM-NSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities Wednesday, March 18, 2020 10:30 a.m. -- 12:00 p.m. Miramar Branch […]
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Cooper City Challengers Presents: Get Social (3/20)
Cooper City Challengers Presents: Get Social (3/20)
SOMEPLACE SPECIAL FOR OUR SPECIAL NEEDS RESIDENTS DANCING! SOCIALZING! FUN! Each attending resident will be allowed one non-resident guest. Each member must be accompanied with adult supervision for the entire event. For more information, and to RSVP, please call Sherri Billings at 954-433-2264 or Karen Knapp at 954-818-7066.
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UCO South Florida 8th Annual Ultimate Chefs’ Dinner
UCO South Florida 8th Annual Ultimate Chefs’ Dinner
Be a part of this exciting fundraising event! Join us as we present the 8th Annual Ultimate Chefs’ Dinner! The event will be hosted by Dr. Gina Loudon and emceed by Dr. Nina Radcliff. This is our finest event held in Palm Beach County and has quickly become a favorite for local chefs and guests. […]
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Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. -- 8:30 p.m. February 24, 2020 -- April 20, 2020 Cost: $72 Bowling league for individuals with special needs and their families. This program is about having fun, making friends and social interaction with a little friendly competition. Registration is required in person at the community center, no online registration. For more […]
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Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Special Needs Spring Bowling League
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. -- 8:30 p.m. February 24, 2020 -- April 20, 2020 Cost: $72 Bowling league for individuals with special needs and their families. This program is about having fun, making friends and social interaction with a little friendly competition. Registration is required in person at the community center, no online registration. For more […]
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Cooper City Challengers Presents: Bingo Night (4/3)
Cooper City Challengers Presents: Bingo Night (4/3)
This is for our young adults with special needs to get out, mingle and have some fun! Pizza, dessert and refreshments will be served! Prizes to all the winners! Please note that this is open to Cooper City residents only at this time. Each attending resident will be allowed one non-resident guest per event. Each attending […]
Caribbean Carnival
Caribbean Carnival
Special Populations: Caribbean Carnival Divisions: Special Populations Programs and Classes Phone:(954) 345-2200 Friday, April 3, 2020 Wear tropical, Hawaiian-type clothing! What time? 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Where? Sartory Senior Center in Mullins Park 10150 NW 29th Street Coral Springs, FL 33065 How Much? $5 per person Includes entertainment, refreshments Why? To have fun! Time: […]
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Issues in Autism Conference — Supporting Emotional Regulation
Issues in Autism Conference — Supporting Emotional Regulation
Apr 4, 2020 8:30 am - 3:30 pm Leveling UP! Comprehensive Support for Emotional Regulation Presenters: Amy Laurent, PhD, OTR/L and Jacquelyn Fede, PhD Training Description Target Audience: Educators, Administrators, SLPs, OTs & Family Members This session introduces a comprehensive suite of emotional regulation supports developed by Autism Level UP! Participants will have interactive opportunities […]
The Chaverim Experience — Passover
The Chaverim Experience — Passover
Chaverim is a free community program for young children with special needs. Join Temple Beth Emet and other special needs families as we experience the Jewish holidays in a warm, safe and incusive environment for your family. MUSIC CRAFTS STORES GAMES FUN RSVP at least two days in advance: tinyurl.com/ChaverimTBEor
