Parents, therapists, educators, health care professionals and anyone who cares about a child on the spectrum are invited to join us for a day of education and empowerment. Connect with families affected by autism spectrum disorders and network with knowledgeable and encouraging professionals. Learn about Interventions, Services and Supports available for all ages, from toddlers to adults.
Free Admission - Families Welcome
Schedule:
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All Day - Children's Room: Children are welcome to play in our professionally monitored Children's Room. Lots of fun for all ages: Bouncers, Carousel, Ball Pits, Climbers, Big Apple Circus Clowns. On-Site childcare available so parents can attend the forum and information stations.
11 a.m. - 12 p.m.: Working Together to Ensure Safety in the Autism Community. Join us for an open forum to discuss ways to protect and ensure the welfare of children and adults affected by autism. Our community first responders – police officers, firefighters, emergency medical team workers and hospital emergency room doctors and nurses – are the first ones we encounter when faced with emergencies – they want to know what we need, as much as we want them to know how to help our children – join the discussion on how we can work together for the benefit of all! Welcoming Remarks by DCMH Commissioner Grant Mitchell, MD.
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This is a free forum but attendance MUST be reserved in advance – contact events@navigatingthespectrum.org to reserve your seat!
11:00-12:00 – Resource Registry
Professionals and agencies specific to the ASD community are invited to register service information for future use by Westchester County as part of an ongoing effort to identify resources and provide services for families in need.
12:00-3:00 – Information Stations
Visit our stations hosted by knowledgeable professionals to get comprehensive information about autism interventions, services and supports on Traditional Interventions and Educational Supports – Complementary and Alternative Treatments – Family and Life Management Supports – Medical, Legal and Financial Services – Recreation and Social Supports – Transitional and Adult Services
