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         Trainings and Workshops
*******************************​*Talk to your County Social Worker or Local Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs if you need help with Scholarships to attend Workshops/ Conferences/ Transportation or Childcare COSTS!!!!

Please check out the Original  or Agenda Calendars for more information & updated listings!

Sign Language Class into Nov.
Free and open to the public! Marshfield   715-423-7182  ironkids@hotmail.com    
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12/5  Autism Society of Central Wisconsin  6:30 pm.   St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau   Hwy 51 –  exit 193 Bridge Street. East. Turn left at first set of stoplights (Stevens Drive).  (Please enter through the main doors, go to the right – through the doors leading into the school portion of the building)
715-359-0886   autismsocietycw@gmail.com 
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Wisconsin FACETS Trainings/Workshops/Webinars
          All webinars 12:00—1:00 PM
          https://wifacets.org/events 
          Sandra: 877-374-0511
12/11 The Importance of Family Engagement in your Child’s IEP Process
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1/8  Marshfield Special Needs Parent Group   12:10-1:00  Pizza Hut N. Central Ave.        Bobbi Slone will be there shortly after 12 to host!  For families who have individuals with special needs!
Network to Support your individual with unique needs!  A great time to talk about resources and services for our children, youth and adults!  ~Pam    ironkids@hotmail.com   715-423-7182
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Supporting Neurodiverse Students Professional Learning System Learning series to improve access, engagement and progress for students with IEPs         8:30 – 3:30 

• 1/21-22, CESA 8  Gillett
• 2/4 CESA 5   Portage
• 2/18 CESA 2  Whitewater
•  2/25 CESA 1    Pewaukee
• 4/21  CESA 6    Oshkosh 
•  4/22 CESA 9   Tomahawk 

These trainings include regional training sessions, webinars, online discussion groups, book clubs, website resources, a needs assessment with accompanying toolkit and other professional learning opportunities to support educators serving students with disability related needs in the areas of social and emotional learning including self-regulation, social communication, flexibility, resilience, sensory processing, and executive functioning. This professional learning system is funded through an IDEA discretionary grant and is provided by a statewide coordinator. All training materials have been developed by the statewide coordinator and DPI and are based on needs identified through a statewide stakeholder process. Additional contributions to the training content were made by an external DPI workgroup. The training system is beneficial to educators supporting students with autism. These trainings are offered at no cost to parents of students with disabilities.
 
Training Schedule and info:
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/pdf/supporting-neurodiverse-training-calendar-2019-20.pdf
 
https://dpi.wi.gov/sites/default/files/imce/sped/falleader-27-SNS-Who-What.pdf
PowerPoint
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2/6&7 Reaching High Expectations: Success for ALL. Technology Rich Solutions for Supporting Inclusive Practices CAST trainers and educators who are implementing UDL, who share the mindset and the design principles that are working in professional learning and classroom environments. (CAST is a nonprofit education research and development organization that works to expand learning opportunities for all individuals through Universal Design for Learning). Advance, amplify, and accelerate UDL in Wisconsin and in the multi-state region. An assistive technology component will be featured. While assistive technology for students with disabilities is decided by an IEP team, many times the technology can be provided as a universal support for any learner.

Kalahari Resort, WI Dells, WI

https://www.edevents.org/conferences/51/reaching-high-expectations-success-for-all-technol/speakers
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2/6&7 Adolescent Health Symposium Madison, This year, experts in the fields of adolescent health education and wellness will present within three distinct tracks:

• Risk Factors
• Health Promotion and Protective Factors
• Emerging Issues

Keynote speakers include Dr. Ryan McKelley, licensed psychologist and associate chair of the Department of Psychology at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse; Eric Szatkowski, retired special agent with the Wisconsin Department of Justice/Division of Criminal Investigation; and Scott Todnem, health education teacher and author.
A wide variety of presentations and interactive sessions will be offered over the course of both days with supporting electronic resources for participants.
The conference serves a broad range of stakeholders, including educators, health and human services professionals, and others who work with youth.
 UW–Oshkosh Adolescent Health Symposium web page.
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2/24 & 25   Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) ~ strategies to support a wide variety of communication needs. Direct interaction with a variety of vendors, including therapy and educational materials & assistive technology strategies.  Wisconsin Dellshttps://slpinstitute.cesa5.org
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3/5 Visions & Decisions ~Health Insurance, Social Justice, Health Equity
Healthwatch Wisconsin's 13th Annual Conference:
9am - 2pm at the Madison Masonic Center
Keynote, legislative panel, awards, lunch, and networking!
Then, an on-demand workshop series that runs March 5-13th.
https://safetyweb.org/healthwatchwi/visions&decisions.html
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3-21 Extrava- Gala – A world Down Syndrome Day Party  Milw.  https://secure.qgiv.com/for/d3ae/
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3/24 Disability Advocacy Day connects you with your legislators so you can talk about issues that matter to you. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect people with disabilities in their everyday lives.
     Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center, One John Nolen Drive, Madison,
You must register to participate. No walk-ins allowed
     Registration, agenda and additional information will be available in January.
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4/30 to 5/2 ~ 31st Annual Wisconsin Autism Conference  Kalahari Resort & Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells, 
http://www.autismgreaterwi.org/event-cal/31st-annual-conference/
​Currently seeking proposals!
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5/ 7-8 Circles of Life Conference 2020
Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities and the providers and other professionals who support them.   http://www.circlesoflifeconference.com/
Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells
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​6/16-19th, 2020 International Respite (Short Break) Conference in Madison,  Moving Respite Forward 
This conference will provide a space to advance knowledge and understanding of respite by learning from and with international leaders in the field of respite.
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7/19-24  Youth Leadership Forum 2020: Application Available! Do you know a high school student who is a leader or a budding advocate? Youth Leadership Forum is the perfect place to gain or refine leadership skills! 
 
What will participants get out of the training?

• Leadership Skills
• Friends
• Tips for self-advocacy
• Practice for getting/keeping a job
• FUN!!

Edgewood College, Madison, WI
FREE*
Application: https://wi-bpdd.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/2020-YLFApplication-Printable.docx 
 
Applications are due April 1st, 2
Jenny  Jennifer.neugart@wisconsin.gov or call 608-266-7707. 
 
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        Attention:
  Family Caregivers/Providers 
       *Funding for Respite!  
         *Find a Provider
         * Be a Provider
Respite Care Association of Wisconsin    Please go to:  https://respitecarewi.org/live/our-programs/   for their most current forms and application process. 
   
Respite Care of Wisconsin also has 
resource for:
           Caregivers of Elderly
           Caregivers of Adults
           Caregivers of Children 
                        and 
           Respite Care Worker
           https://respitecarewi.org/

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  Check them  out!!!! 
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WI FACETS – www.wifacets.org Family Engagement Newsletter –
   ​   December: Communication
      January: Transition
      February: Intellectual Disabilities

​Family Voices -
FACT sheets on everything you need to understand: CCOP/Waivers/Denials and more!  - Factsheets also in Spanish!!!!
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com 

Family Voices -Trainings
http://www.familyvoicesofwisconsin.com/trainings/afc/ 
      Learn about accessing what you    
       need for your child and family!

Family Voices newsletter in support of 
    Self Determination: Children Leading
     the Life They Want to Lead!
https://familyvoiceswi.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Fall-2019.pdf

Down Syndrome Statewide calendar of events!  https://www.dsaw.org/statewide-events     
          
 Wisconsin Addiction Recovery 
​ Helpline: https://211wisconsin.communityos.org/addiction-helpline
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Behavioral Health/Mental Health Online Database: 
www.mch-hotlines.org/wisconsin-first-step

NAMI  calendar for Mental Health, Networking,  AODA, NA and Clubhouse Opportunities and Resources:                                  http://namiportagewoodcounties.org/Events/Calendar.html
 
2-1-1 Your local United Way Website!
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             Activities      
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ http://www.pierwi.info/activities-calendar.html

Remember to check:
        Your local Library's!
        Stevens Point Children’s Museum  
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Special Needs  Dance is the 1st Wednesday of the month 6-8:30 @ the Biron community center on 32nd St. Please let people with special needs know must be 18 or older to attend.
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12/3 Book Read with Temple Grandin
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Book sale and signing beginning at 11:00 a.m.) Alumni Room, Dreyfus University Center (3rd floor), UWSP
1015 Reserve Street, Stevens Point
This book read is set up for UWSP faculty and staff, but a block of seats have been reserved for community members. Here is the registration link: https://uwsp.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3PdBxZZ7kdUdjeJ
For more info, please contact Sara Olsen at the Center for Teaching and Learning at UWSP.  citl@uwsp.edu
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12/6  Sensitive Santa – For Children with ANY Special Need or Disability   5-7pm Central Wisconsin Children Museum 1100 Main Street, Stevens Point   Free
RSVP not Required – but helpful in avoiding lines… MILC Sandi – swalkush@milc-inc.org or 715-344-4210 ext 237
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12/7 Sensory Friendly Frozen II
Hosted by:  Central Wisconsin Autism Support   10-12pm 
Regular matinee and child pricing apply - concessions will be open
Rogers Cinema Stevens Point 
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12/7 Jingle Bell Jam  Hosted by ABIDE TogetherNorth Ridge Church  1021 W McMillan St, Marshfield, Wisconsin 54449
     1-4 pm
If you would like to volunteer with us here is the link to the ABIDE TOGETHER Jingle Bell Jam Volunteer Interest form.LINK: https://nrc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/239/responses/new
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12/7~The Mane Event - Christmas Barn Dance/Buffet Dinner/Live Music/Raffle
Live Auction. Kick off the Holiday season in style! Nekoosa Community Center Kimberly 715-572-5992 www.jeremiahscrossing.org
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12/8 Sensory Santa –10-3pm
 52 N Brown St, Rhinelander
Tom's Drawing Board in conjunction with the Autism Society of central Wisconsin is proud to host a visit with the one and only Santa Claus!!!!  Santa will be visiting with children that have autism in a special event that is sensitive to the needs of children with autism. Sensory toys, noise cancelling headphones and crafts will be provided to children while waiting for their special time with Santa.
Please RSVP tom's Drawing
Board at 715-420-1001 to ensure short or no wait times between children.
Don't miss out on this
amazing event!!
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12/11 Tweeners Holiday Celebration - get together at Galaxy Comics for a meal, board games, and shopping. Each tweener will get a $10 gift certificate to shop with at Galaxy. We will also be providing a sandwich and drink for each tweener and parent/guardian. Please register for this event ahead of time, we would like to get your sandwich preordered. Register at the Autism Society of Central Wisconsin Facebook page!
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12/12 Adults with Autism Support Group  6:00 pm - This is a  group meeting for adults with ASD. This will be a safe place for people to come together share their struggles and successes as they navigate life. Coffee and donuts provided. This meeting will be held the third Tuesday of every month in the Ascension at Home- Ministry Home Care conference room. This building is located next to the 2510 Restaurant
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12/13 Sensitive Santa – For Children with ANY Special Need or Disability 5:30 – 7:30   Free
Northwoods Children’s Museum
346 W. Division Street, Eagle River,

RSVP not Required – but helpful in avoiding lines… MILC Sandi – swalkush@milc-inc.org or 715-344-4210 ext 237 
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12/14  Annual Holiday Party – For Autism Society members.
Play, eat, and celebrate with other families.  11:00 a.m. – 3:00 pm,
Wisconsin Maritime Museum, Riverview Room  Manitowoc Cost: Free for Members!
Not a Member? Sign up now! 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqRU1orSgs5GpinuFjOzbz6Ri_IH-g95xnsnMxibG7Igau0A/viewform
Questions? Email autismlakeshore@gmail.com or call 920-558-4602.
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12/15 Sensory Super Stars  3rd Sunday of each month!  
Join us for a lower sensory experience and special programming created especially for children on the autism spectrum. Free admission for children on the spectrum and their families.
11 am-1 pm, but stay as late as you want!
Building for Kids Children’s Museum’s  100 West College Avenue, Appleton
https://www.buildingforkids.org/calendar/sensory-superstars/
Autism Therapy Resources at BFK
The following resources are always available at the Welcome Desk, not just on Spectrum Saturdays!
·      Decision Boards with Velcro cards featuring BFK exhibit photos.
·     Visual timers.
·      Quiet room: Need a break? We’ll find you a calm, quiet space.
Visiting the BFK for the first time? Download the play script to help prepare for the multi-sensory experience.
Check out the play script “A Visit to the Building for Kids“.
http://buildforkids.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Play-Script-2018.pdf
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1/26 Make a Splash for Autism,12 to 8pm  Grand lodge Hotel & Water Park – Rothschild. 
  The ASCW will be picking up the cost of admission for families in the central Wisconsin community who are affected by Autism! A big thank you to Central Wisconsin Autism Support group for their generous donation to help sponsor this event!

*Registration in main lobby from 12:00-3:00 ONLY. (Waterpark passes will be good until close @ 8:00)  No need to pre-register.

A meeting room will be available for a quiet space or sensory overload.

Erin at erin5181@yahoo.com
**Limited to the first 250 people**
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12/19 Adoptive & Foster Parents Night Out: Greenfield   6:30 – 8:30 PM
Genesis Restaurant, 3740 South 108th Street, Greenfield, 
The Wisconsin Adoption and Permanency Support Program invites you to a fun social/supportive event. Socialize with parents who are fostering and/or have chosen the path of adoption. We will meet at the Genesis Restaurant in Greenfield, WI at 6:30 pm to enjoy good conversation and good food. There will be drawings to win fun give-away items. We will share information on our services as well as to hear your thoughts on how the Wisconsin Adoption and Permanency Support Program can continue to support your family. Please note that this is an evening for parents only, and attendees are responsible for the cost of their own meal.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adoptive-foster-parents-night-out-greenfield-registration-79210445575?utm_source=Adoptive+%26+Foster+Parents+Night+Out%3A+Greenfield+Dec&utm_campaign=Adoptive+%26+Foster+Parents+Night+Out%3A+Greenfield+Dec&utm_medium=email
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2/22 Miss Amazing 2020 ~ opportunities for girls and women with disabilities to build confidence and self-esteem in a supportive environment. Bayport High School, 2710 Lineville Rd, Green Bay 
email wi@missamazing.org 
Website wi.missamazing.org 
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2/29 Men in the Kitchen~ fundraiser for The Family Center
Bull's Eye Country Club
*Food and fun!
*Balloon raffle, other prizes
*Fund-A-Need "auction,"
Yickets -- just $100 per person -
       Be a sponsor (and get free tickets!), be a chef, be our guest.
Contact Debi at 715-421-1559 or email communications@familyctr.org to find out more about cooking for, sponsoring, or being a guest!
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4/24-25/2020 The Mane Quilt Show- fundraiser! ~ Enter your quilt in the show ~ Shop our vendors ~ Have your quilt appraised ~ Visit the amazing exhibit of 1 inch to 1 foot scale quilts2nd annual show will be held!  www.jeremiahscrossing.org
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       ​Downs Syndrome events 
​https://www.dsaw.org/statewide-events/

12/8 Holiday Party
Games, crafts, food, and holiday fun for all ages! Please contribute a side dish/dessert for the potluck. Santa will be providing a gift for each child with Down syndrome (if registered before 11/17), along with a small gift for all siblings.  1pm-4pm  The Moose Lodge
1025 2nd St N, Stevens Point, WI 54481
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             Wisconsin FACETS        
    Trainings/Workshops/Webinars
​
All webinars 12:00—1:00 PM
https://wifacets.org/events 
Sandra: 877-374-0511

12/11 The Importance of Family
          Engagement in your Child’s IEP
          Process
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            Catholic Charities Adoption Opportunities for foster and adoptive families!***Registration required http://cclse.org/post-adoption/
              Central WI 
Morgan Wolosek in our Wausau office at mwolosek@cclse.org or 715.849.3311 x 1728. Visit us and our lending library at 540 S Third Ave, 54

12/12 Adoptive & Foster Parent's Night Out: Wausau  5:30-7:00 pmMasa Sushi Grill And Bar,  1800 Stewart Avenue  #100, Wausau
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Please reach out and contact: 
Eau Claire and Surrounding AREA    Anne Rozeboom  ozeboom@cclse.org
                 or 715.832.6644 x 1520.
To Register or for more info on any of the below!   Go to: 
   833.WIS.APSP |
  info@wisapsp.org  
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12/9  FOSTERing Connections Dinner - For foster and adoptive families  5:30-7:00 pm  Applebees, 2201 Coulee Road, Hudson

1/23 Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training: Eau Claire     6:30-8:00 pm
​    Catholic Charities, 318 Fulton Street
    Eau Claire, WI 54703

1/30 Eau Claire Area Adult Adoptee Dinner          5:30-7:30 pmOlive Garden Italian Restaurant, 4920 Golf Road, Eau Claire

​La Crosse & Surrounding Area

 aroeder@cclse.org or 608.782.0710 x 1223. Visit us and our lending library at 3710 East Ave South, 54601.

 ​12/9  FOSTERing Connections Dinner  5:30-7:00 pm   
Applebee’s  2201 Coulee Road,  Hudson, Current foster parents, this night is just for you! You are invited to meet for an evening of dinner and connection. Meals will be paid for and childcare stipends will also be available to those needing to secure child care in order to attend. Please register by December 3
http://campaign.r20.constantcontact.com/render?m=1113583621882&ca=49f3e11b-ba32-45b7-81c9-08e18200c60e
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​Disclaimer: These activities and information in this document are not sponsored nor endorsed by the agency, organization or school district sharing forward this information. Neither do they assume responsibility for the conduct during or safety of the activities. The above (or forwarding party) shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim, or petition filed in any court of administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials including attorney’s fees and judgments or awards. ​      ​

              Featured  Opportunities
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 12/6  Sensitive Santa – For Children with ANY Special Need or Disability   5-7pm Central Wisconsin Children Museum 1100 Main Street, Stevens Point   Free   RSVP not Required – but helpful in avoiding lines… MILC Sandi – swalkush@milc-inc.org or 715-344-4210 ext 237

12/7 Sensory Friendly Frozen II
Hosted by:  Central Wisconsin Autism Support   10-12pm 
Regular matinee and child pricing apply - concessions will be open
Rogers Cinema Stevens Point 

12/7 Jingle Bell Jam  Hosted by ABIDE TogetherNorth Ridge Church  1021 W McMillan St, Marshfield, Wisconsin 54449
     1-4 pm
If you would like to volunteer with us here is the link to the ABIDE TOGETHER Jingle Bell Jam Volunteer Interest form.LINK: https://nrc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/239/responses/new

12/7~The Mane Event - Christmas Barn Dance/Buffet Dinner/Live Music/Raffle
Live Auction. Kick off the Holiday season in style! Nekoosa Community Center Kimberly 715-572-5992 www.jeremiahscrossing.org

12/8 Down Syndrome Holiday Party!  We will have games, crafts, food, and holiday fun for all ages!We will provide the main dish from Texas Roadhouse, and attendees are asked tocontribute a side dish/dessert for the potluck.  Santa will be providing a giftfor each child with Down syndrome (if registered before 11/17), along with asmall gift for all siblings. 1pm-4pm TheMoose Lodge
1025 2nd St N, Stevens Point, WI 54481

https://www.dsaw.org/events/centralholidayparty19

12/8 Sensory Santa –10-3pm
 52 N Brown St, Rhinelander
Tom's Drawing Board in conjunction with the Autism Society of central Wisconsin is proud to host a visit with the one and only Santa Claus!!!!  Santa will be visiting with children that have autism in a special event that is sensitive to the needs of children with autism. Sensory toys, noise cancelling headphones and crafts will be provided to children while waiting for their special time with Santa.
Please RSVP tom's Drawing
Board at 715-420-1001 to ensure short or no wait times between children.
Don't miss out on this
amazing event!!
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     What's NEW?
    Things families are sharing:
 
Hotline specifically for caregivers https://caregiveraction.org/ Caregiver Help Desk 855-227-3640


Wisconsin Recording Law Summary:
https://recordinglaw.com/united-states-recording-laws/one-party-consent-states/wisconsin-recording-laws/?fbclid=IwAR3gEqexSs7gqtTOyrMJCVrtQoDG1JxXTzsx35qWVYLN_rfjKZa1xdHseew
 
Graphic that shares what it’s like for autistic and other neurodiverse  people to transition between tasks.
https://www.huffpost.com/entry/the-tendril-theory_b_7984160?fbclid=IwAR1qg43CMt_Lh9LnvU8A2EwH0CjU3ajH7eGvfBg_4GKRQImXjpYnhP-aNbA

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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) has updated the Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waiver Manual for the CLTS Waiver Program with the final version of Chapter 4, Provider Requirements and Allowable Services https://www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publications/p02256.pdf ​

​Looking for a Therapist?  https://www.psychologytoday.com
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             On going Activities!

Pokemon League  5:30pm to 7:30pm  McMillan Memorial Library -Wis Rapids -  All Purpose Room   Pokemon Trading Card Game League - All Ages and Skill Levels Welcome! Don't know how to play the game, but want to? We can teach you. Don't have a deck? Play with one of ours, or bring your cards and we'll teach you how to build one.
call for current info. (715) 422-5136
 
Anime group - 4:00pm to 6:00pm ~ Fine Arts Theater  The McMillan Library Teen Anime Club would like to invite your to join us! Teens interested in joining the Anime Club should call  (715) 422-5136 for current info. 

Super Smash Brothers Ultimate Play Day- Pizza and friendship building.   December Tourney at McMillan Library. 490 E. Grand AVe. Wisconsin Rapids -  All Puporse Room       4-6pm    For - Ages 11 to 18
715-422-5136  ask@mcmillanlibrary.org

Gaming Teen Interest Group?  Are you a gamer? Are you bored and you want to try something new and make some friends?   Contact Mrs. G – Ultimate Tourney or podcasting gaming events.  715-422-5136

Knitting Teen Interest? Contact Mrs. G 715-422-5136 McMillan Memorial Library -Wis Rapids 

Trivia Teen Interest? Contact Mrs. G  715-422-5136 McMillan Memorial Library -Wis Rapids 
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Stevens Point Children's Museum is open 1st Monday of the month for our families who have children with Unique Needs!

1100 Main Street Stevens Point
715-344-2003       5-7pm
         Cwchildrensmuseum.org
Open just for our kids from 5-7 p.m. and free for all members of the family.
(or any of kids/ w special needs)
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Adults with Autism Support Group  6:00 pm - This is a  group meeting for adults with ASD. This will be a safe place for people to come together share their struggles and successes as they navigate life. Coffee and donuts provided. This meeting will be held the third Tuesday of every month in the Ascension at Home- Ministry Home Care conference room. This building is located next to the 2510 Restaurant

​Special Needs Dance is the 1st Wednesday of the month 6-8:30 @ the Biron community center on 32nd St. Please let people with special needs know must be 18 or older to attend.

Special Needs Parents & Caregivers Group -Waukesha  Saturdays’ at 4:45pm (Check-in time for kids) 
Need Encouragement? We are all on individual journeys: but there are common steps & junctions along the way. You don’t need to walk alone: Come walk with us.
Fox River Christian Church. S46W24130 Lawnsdale Road,  Waukesha, Topic:  Sharing Ideas on how to lead a multi-sibling family(take 2🎬)
Special needs care (elevate class) available, for the kids, as well as ‘mainstreaming’ opportunities
This group is co-facilitated by special needs mom (Malisa) and a special needs dad
Rich <rwpollex.ministries@gmail.com>
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Sensory Super Stars  3rd Sunday of each month!  Call to make sure? Join us for a lower sensory experience and special programming created especially for children on the autism spectrum. Free admission for children on the spectrum and their families. 11 am-1 pm, but stay as late as you want! Building for Kids Children’s Museum’s  100 West College Avenue, Appleton https://www.buildingforkids.org/calendar/sensory-superstars/ Autism Therapy Resources at BFK The following resources are always available at the Welcome Desk, not just on Spectrum Saturdays! ·        Decision Boards with Velcro cards featuring BFK exhibit photos. ·        Visual timers. ·        Quiet room: Need a break? We’ll find you a calm, quiet space. Visiting the BFK for the first time? Download the play script to help prepare for the multi-sensory experience. Check out the play script “A Visit to the Building for Kids“.
http://buildforkids.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Play-Script-2018.pdf

​Autism Society of the Fox Valley   www.autismfoxvalley.org/membership/ ASFV's monthly Monkey Joe's event First Saturday of the month!  Monkey Joe's opens their doors exclusively to families of children with autism from 9:00 until 10:00 am (and you're welcome to stay as long as you like). FREE for members or just $5 for non-member families! Appleton?
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Autism Society of Central Wisconsin brings to you: Wausau

AUsome Rookies Group
(Suggested, kids ages 2-12)

AUsome Tweeners Group
(suggested ages 12-18)

AUsome Veterans Group
 (age18 and up)

Call Mike  715-359-0886
Contact autismsocietycw@gmail.com
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Adaptive gymnastics class
YMCA in Stevens Point
Shining Stars Gymnastics For ages 2-7    Fridays I  10:30-11:00
       715-342-2980  ext 324
Cost—$36 for members $72 for non members-- Financial assistance is available! Check with your CLTS waiver manager.  
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​Wisconsin Extreme Dream team- Cheer and Stunt!
          For individuals interested in participating in our Special Needs team, Athletes ages 5.3 through Adult are able to participate in an all star cheer program.  Have fun, learn a new sport and participate in on activity that is exciting and healthy!  Contact Sue:  poeschl@gmail.com   Practice is at:  5216 Heffron Ct. St Point.
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Sensory Storytimes
Select Tuesdays at 10:30a.m. Monona Public Library  608.216.7453
Big Bear Sensory Storytime!
Sensory Storytime is just like regular storytime, but with modifications that make storytime more comfortable children with specific needs -Registration is recommended  Karen Wendt in collaboration with Lindsey Rice, an Early Childhood Special Education Teacher from Winnequah Elementary School. 
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Special Needs Aquatic Program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.  The classes are for young children of all abilities accompanied by a parent or guardian.  Classes also  for infants, toddlers & preschool. 
$40. The 30-minute classes
 www.uwsp.edu/shcp/Pages/SNAP/child.aspx,       call 715-346-2706 or email rsuomi@uwsp.edu.
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Sky Zone's  Sensory Morning -events 2nd & 4th Sunday morning of each month from 9:30-11:30am. Sky Zone Appleton, WI will turn off the music and dial down the distractions for the comfort of their jumpers. The event is held outside of general public hours, when children & adults with special needs and their siblings, family & friends are all welcome to come jump!  (wheelchair lift). cost
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​ZaRonis Macaroni & Pizza Pub,  Oshkosh  First and third Saturday of every month  11:00AM - 2:00PM  Sensory  Friendly- lights dimmed, music way down and servers versed to accommodate children with special needs. Oshkosh
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Special  Needs Scouting! Call your local Council for a pack near you!
Cub Scout Pack 480
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church in Rib Mountain,
is inviting all families of Youth with Special Needs 
             BOYS & GIRLS grades K-5.
Contact Christine.reynebeau@samoset.org or 715.355.1450​

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This newsletter is compiled through a variety of list serves including but not  limited to:

Waismen Center Healthy Ready to Work
Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN)
Family Voices of Wisconsin
Tony Evers DPI Connection
Family Assistance Center for Education Training and Support 
             (FACETS)  http://www.wifacets.org
 Public Access to Court  Electronic Records (PACER)
 Cooperative Educational Service Agency (CESA)
Wisconsin Statewide Transition Initiative  (WSTI) 
             http://dpi.wi.gov/sped/parent.html
Parents
Board for People with Developmental Disabilities
DAWN - Disability Awareness Wisconsin Network
National Center on Secondary Education and Transition
             http://www.ncset.org/enews/.
Wisconsin Children and Families - WisKids Journal -       
             http://capwiz.com/wccf/mim/signup/.
The Catalyst Centerhttp://hdwg.org/catalyst/.
National Center on Secondary Education and Transition  
                http://www.ncset.org/enews/.

WSPEI and WI FACETS to share statewide information
regarding parent leadership and family involvement.

Parent Leadership Hub:http://wispdg.org/pl/e-news.html
 Just in Time Information (JITI):
                                          http://wispdg.org/pl/res_jit.html
Resources: http://www.wispdg.org/pl/resources.html*
Calendar of Events:  http://wispdg.org/int/pl-cal.html
Multi-Media Workshops, Video and Webcasts: 
                                    http://wispdg.org/pl-multi.html
Product Order Form:  http://wispdg.org/pl/Revised_Parent_Leadership_Hub_Order_Form-9-08.pdf
 The Parent Leadership Hub supports parents/family members, educators and other  community partners to build capacity regarding meaningful family involvement.   The Hub serves three primary purposes:
(1)  To support parents of children with disabilities between birth and 26 years of  age to participate as partners in the professional development activities of each of the other Statewide Initiatives as they design, deliver and support
professional development experiences
(2) To facilitate opportunities for parents/family members to build leadership skills
(3) To provide Content  Focused technical assistance concerning family  involvement
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