Community Events For Autism Awareness Month

Community Events in Honor of Autism Awareness Month 4/26/18 CARD Spring Training Series: Neuropsychology of Autism Spectrum Disorders 6PM-8PM Neuropsychology is the study of how the brain relates to the behavior we observe and it offers a framework for understanding and intervening for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). This training is also offered on 5/3, 5/10,
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Holiday Tips For Kids

Holiday Tips For Kids With Autism Spectrum Disorders   The holiday season is a joyful time of the year, but it also can be stressful for kids with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Preparing and planning early for the holidays can help you relieve some of the holiday stress. Members of the Autism Parent Advisory Board
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New Program for Autism Families and Seniors!

  New life-saving program now available for autism families, seniors! Partnering with the Schenectady Police Department, we can now provide a mechanism for the safe return home of people who may have trouble communicating with law enforcement and first responders. This year we successfully launched the life-saving ‘Take Me Home’ program that is now available
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SenseAble Science

SenseAble Science is a sensory friendly science center experience for those with autism and other sensory needs. SenseAble science is a special time for visitors with sensory needs to experience the museum with their families. Guests can enjoy miSci’s interactive exhibits, quiet space and a special “We Choose Space” planetarium show at 11:00. The next
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Big Red Safety Box

The National Autism Association is accepting applications for their Big Red Safety Box. Children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and are at a risk for wandering can qualify while supplies allow. The Big Red Safety Box includes: education materials and tools, 2 GE wireless door/window alarms, engraved shoe ID tag, 5 adhesive STOP signs for
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Yogibo for Sensory Needs!

Have you seen the Yogibo store in Crossgates Mall? Yogibo products are fun to sit in but can also help kids with sensory processing problems. Their bean bags provide proprioceptive sensory input which can promote body awareness and help organize the brain for learning. They can also work as a compression tool to provide calming
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Sensory Friendly Films

The Regal Entertainment Group features “My Way Matinees”. They are sensory friendly films with the sound turned down and the lights turned up. This provides viewers with sensory issues a way to go to the movies and enjoy themselves. People are encouraged to cry, sing, dance and just generally be themselves.  Regal Colonie Center, Albany,
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