Friday, October 29, 2021

Overcoming Barriers – A Mother's 25-Year Journey Raising a Son with ASD

Community of Practice (CoP) in Autism in Rhode Island

Sherlock Home | C.G.S in Autism Education
Presenters:
Susan Linehan, autism advocate, parent consultant and support group facilitator
 
Patrick Linehan – artist, musician, self-advocate
 
Presentation:
Attend this webinar and learn about one family’s journey from autism diagnosis to adulthood. Susan Linehan will guide the audience through her family’s experience navigating the public education system, building a team of parent/teacher/school collaborations, and successfully helping her son Patrick to transition to adult services. The discussion will emphasize the importance of positive engagement while focusing on nurturing the child’s unique strengths and talents. You will have an opportunity to see some of Patrick’s artwork as well as a recent piano performance. 
 
To register for this free webinar, please click on the link below:

Thursday, October 7, 2021

DIY Sensory Play at Home (Pawtucket Public Library ~ RI)

 


Sensory-Friendly Indoor Games and Activities at the South Providence Library (PCL-RI)

 



Sensory Storytime at the Greenville Public Library (RI)

 

Stop by for stories, bubbles and sensory play! No registration required. 🤩📖

 

Sensory Story & Activity Time at the Barrington Public Library (RI)

 


Sensory Friendly Movie- Space Jam: A New Legacy at the Seekonk Public Library (MA)

 

 
Saturday, October 9, 11AM-1PM
 
The event will include sensory-friendly features such as lights up, sound down, relaxed rules, and subtitles.
 
Everyone is invited to this all-inclusive, welcoming, movie event.
 
Please feel free to bring your own fidgets, comfort items, and snacks. 
 
Social story (with photos) available upon request, email us at childrens@seekonkpl.org
Rated PG, run time 1 hour 55 minutes.
 
CONTACT: Youth Services Department 508-336-8230 x56140 childrens@seekonkpl.org
 
Seekonk Public Library
410 Newman Ave
Seekonk, MA 02771
508-336-8230

Public Safety Special Needs Coalition Candy Drive & Truck or Treat