Tuesday, April 11, 2023

Sensory Time at the Funcity Trampoline Park (Seekonk, MA)


In honor of Autism Awareness Month, we're hosting Sensory Jump Times on April 6th, 24th and 27th from 3PM to 6PM. This event is designed to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment for individuals with autism and sensory processing disorders to come and enjoy some high-flying fun with their families! 💙🤸‍♀️🎉  

Location: Funcity Trampoline Park - Seekonk, MA

1275 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA, United States, Massachusetts

The Robert Grey Center ~ Summer Camp 2023 for children with ASD and/or social and sensory needs in Rhode Island


 

For more information, please visit the link below:

https://rb.gy/hg9kc

Sensory Storytime at the Greenville Public Library (RI)


Greenville Public Library (RI)
573 Putnam Pike
Greenville, RI
https://greenvillelibraryri.org/

Sensory Friendly Bingo at the Barrington Public Library (RI)

Barrington Public Library (RI)
281 County Rd
Barrington, RI 02806
(401) 247-1920

https://www.barringtonlibrary.org/ 🥰

 

Creative Bookmark Making! at the Pawtucket Public Library (RI)


 

25th Anniversary year at the Flutie Foundation


We are ecstatic that it's our 25th Anniversary year at the Flutie Foundation. Thanks to YOUR continued support and passion, we want to celebrate our collective impact in the autism community in a BIG way...

YOU'RE INVITED to STARS of the Spectrum, our 25th Anniversary Concert on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at iconic Fenway Park.

The inclusive event welcomes YOU - our beloved Flutie Foundation Family - to an unforgettable night of mission moments and show-stopping musical performances. Our autism self-advocate performers and some very special guests deserve to perform on the biggest stage, under the brightest lights. Stay tuned over the coming weeks as we announce our STAR-studded lineup. We can't wait to see you on August 24th! Stay tuned for tickets going on sale SOON!

Navitaging Dyslexia


Rhode Island Department of Education - RIDE has partnered with RIPIN to host a two-part series of Virtual Communities of Practice for families, focusing on dyslexia and structured literacy. 
 
Participants are encouraged to attend both sessions. https://bit.ly/3MgwYuH
 

The Meeting Street Institute Presents: Autism in the Early Years (Wednesday, May 3, 2023)

 

Join us for a virtual workshop on May 3! 🗓️

Register by scanning the QR code or using the link below 👇

https://tinyurl.com/yw9ececn



 

oin the Assistive Technology Access Partnership (ATAP) as we celebrate Assistive Technology Awareness Day on April 18th.

 

Join the Assistive Technology Access Partnership (ATAP) as we celebrate Assistive Technology Awareness Day on April 18th.


We will be hosting an Open House at RI College (Student Union Ballroom) from 3-6pm. Join us to visit the ATAP Partners and state agencies that support and promote the AT Movement.


The first 100 people to register will receive an AT Swag Bag! Complete our AT Passport and be entered for a chance to win an Echo!

What is ATAP?

ATAP is designed as a statewide partnership of organizations, each with a targeted assistive technology (AT) focus, working together to improve access to and acquisition of AT for individuals with disabilities. ATAP Partners are:


Adaptive Telephone Equipment Loan Program
East Bay Educational Collaborative Ocean State Center for Independent Living


TechACCESS of RI

This event is sponsored by RI College!



13th Annual Bailey's Animal Adventure at the Roger Williams Park Zoo (RI)

To learn more, please visit the link below:

https://www.baileysteam.org/animal-adventure.html
 

A Quest for Independence Summer Camp Now Accepting Applications!

 

A Summer Camp Program for Teens and Young Adults with Disabilities (Ages 16-23) at Camp Canonicus in Exeter, RI
August 7-11, 2023

This is a one-week residential program that provides teens and young adults with disabilities ages 16-23, an opportunity to develop employment and independent living skills in a supportive environment.
Well-defined instruction, in small groups and individually, will provide training in the areas of employment and job skills, social skills, including maintaining positive mental health, and independent living skills. There will be recreational opportunities as well!

Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for this program applicants must:
•have a disability
•be between 16 and 23 years old
•be self-directing and able to make their own choices
•be a Rhode Island resident

To find out more or to fill out an application, visit oscil.org or contact Amanda Reed at amanda.reed@oscil.org or 401-738-1013.