PJ Library Sweet Summer Series – Brookhaven
Menchie's Peachtree Station 5001 Peachtree Blvd, Ste 920, Chamblee, Georgia 30341Join PJ Baby Brookhaven, B'nai Torah Atlanta and Jewish Kids Groups for a fun night at Menchie's. Enjoy ice cream and activities, plus a special sensory activity from JAA. A small percentage of the proceeds will be donated back to PJ Library Atlanta. More information here.
2019 Maccabi Games
We are proud to announce that the 2019 JCC Maccabi Games® are an inclusive program. We welcome athletes with developmental, physical and/or neurological differences which require support. The ideal inclusion athlete has had previous success in an inclusive setting. Accommodations and support will be determined on an individual basis. Sports available with support include track
ADHD Parents’ Palooza
Online EventThe ADHD Parent’s Palooza is back. For the second year, get inspired with a free online conference for parents of kids with ADHD (and so much more!). Get information, education and rejuvenation July 29 – Aug 3, 2019. Hosted by Linda Roggli of ADDiva.net and Elaine Taylor-Klaus and Diane Dempster of ImpactADHD.com, the ADHD Parents’ […]
Annandale’s Jazzy Thing 2019
Lillian Webb Park 5 College St NW, Norcross, GA 30071Join Annandale Village's New Orleans Style event for an unforgettable night celebrating adults with developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries. Live band, lawn games, casino, vacation raffles, New Orleans cuisine and a special performance by Annandale Village Choir. For adults 21+. By joining us in Norcross, GA, your support will ensure we are able to
Swampy Meadows Premiere
Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta 5342 Tilly Mill Rd., Dunwoody, GA 30338A mockumentary webseries featuring actors with and without disabilities. They're all funny. FREE Premiere Screening of 4 episodes, a talk-back with the actors and crew, and a meet-and-greet reception. Swampy Meadows is a production of the Spotlight Program of the Marcus JCC of Atlanta. WATCH TRAILER HERE: https://youtu.be/PCm__A8Xu8g 5:00 pm: Wine & Cheese Welcome Reception 5:30
Vocational Opportunities for People with Disabilities
Volunteer Park Community Center 12050 West Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation, FL 33323Provides information regarding employment opportunities for people with disabilities, including vocational rehabilitation, supported employment, sheltered workshops, post-secondary training and adult day programs.The seminar is free and open to the community. For more information, please call 954-909-0822.Educator: TBD
GaIPSEC Parent Webinar: Inclusive Community
This summer the Georgia Inclusive Postsecondary Education Consortium (GaIPSEC) is hosting a series of webinars to give parents information to assist them in planning for transition to adulthood with their child. You MUST register for each webinar you wish to attend! Speaker: Stacey Ramirez, State Director | The Arc Georgia Register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CvbTRi9ER7mF-8DR2lWrGA
Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia
Georgia State University - Student Center East 55 Gilmer St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30303The Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia is an annual event that provides an unparalleled opportunity for sharing knowledge and resources about supports for individuals with autism and their families in Georgia. The Autism Conference & Expo represents the collaboration and contributions of an alliance of leading self-advocates, family members, community partners, state agencies, and
PJ Library Sweet Summer Series- East Cobb
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt (The Avenue at East Cobb) 4475 Roswell Rd, Ste 205, Marietta, Georgia 30062Join PJ Library Atlanta, Congregation Etz Chaim and The Epstein School for a fun night at Menchie's. Enjoy ice cream and activities, plus a special sensory activity by JAA. A small percentage of the proceeds will be donated back to PJ Library Atlanta. More informaton here.
Model Seder for Adults with Special Needs
Congregation Shearith Israel 1180 University Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30306Join Congregation Shearith Israel for the annual Model Seder for adults with special needs and their caregivers, to include a delicious Passover dinner. RSVP at: arlene@koslowlaw.com | 404-259-7391
Navigating the Path to Mental Wellness
Volunteer Park Community Center 12050 West Sunrise Boulevard, Plantation, FL 33323Offers guidance to families with locating appropriate resources, navigating community mental health settings, coping with stress and managing challenges presented by loved ones with a disability.The seminar is free and open to the community. For more information, please call 954-909-0822.Educators: Dr, Jessica Ruiz, Behavioral Health Associates of Broward and TBD
Friendship Circle Camp
Congregation Beth Tefillah 5065 High Point Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342Summer is just around the corner and we could not be more excited for our awesome week-long Friendship Circle Camp!! Join us for a week of sports, arts and crafts, water games and more! July 22-26 from 10am-2pm daily! Sign up HERE.
Synagogue Inclusion Meeting
Congregation Or Hadash 7460 Trowbridge Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30328Join JAA and the Greater Atlanta community as we hear from Congregation B'nai Torah about their inclusion and accessibility efforts. The main topic for this meeting is still being formulated; details soon to come! If you are invested in the disability community and want to help bring awareness, resources and opportunities within the congregation for
Disability Policy for the 21st Century
Liason Hotel 415 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington, DC 20001Strong labor markets and recent improvements to the finances of the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) program offer a rare opportunity to test or adopt new ideas to improve opportunities for workers with disabilities. Please join the McCrery-Pomeroy SSDI Solutions Initiative for a conversation with some of the nation’s top disability experts and policymakers, including
GaIPSEC Parent Webinar: STABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trust
This summer the Georgia Inclusive Postsecondary Education Consortium (GaIPSEC) is hosting a series of webinars to give parents information to assist them in planning for transition to adulthood with their child. You MUST register for each webinar you wish to attend! Speaker: Doug Jackson, Deputy Director @STABLE Account Office of the Ohio Treasurer of State […]
RespectAbility Webinar: From Longing to Belonging
Religious inclusion expert and award-winning author Shelly Christensen, MA, FAAIDD has written a fantastic new book called From Longing to Belonging: A Practical Guide to Including People with Disabilities and Mental Health Conditions in Your Faith Community. This resource is a critically important and practically written guide for all faith-based organizations as they seek to […]
Caregiver Support Group
GSU Dunwoody Campus 2101 Womack Road Student Center (B) Rm. 2101 Dunwoody, GA 30338A support group for caregivers of individuals with unique healthcare challenges, for youth with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities TOPICS: Medical transition & related issues -Dr. Andrea Videlefsky, MD (ADMH) Education transition - what do I need to understand & make happen - Adrienne Melnyk, M.Ed. (ADMH) Statewide transition services - Sharifa Peart, MPH (DPH) Access […]
North Fulton Special Needs Services & Expo
Alpharetta Community Center 175 Roswell St, Alpharetta, Georgia 30009The cities of Milton, Alpharetta, Roswell, Johns Creek, and the Ed Isakson YMCA, are hosting a Special Needs Services and Expo on Saturday, July 27, at the Alpharetta Community Center. We will showcase local area services designed for the special needs populations of North Fulton and to advocate, partner and network with the community. More […]
Every Voice Matters
Every Voice Matters ATL 2700 NORTHEAST EXPRESSWAY SUITE A110 ATLANTA, GA 30345Join Every Voice Matters this month as we welcome back Angie Sylas and a panel of experts from within our community for part two of our discussion we began in December! We will discuss movement differences, brain body disconnect, the power of rhythm on the brain and movement, communication supports, and a focus of carryover
Webinar: Transition Process within the School System
Georgia Inclusive Postsecondary Education Consortium - Parent Webinar Series This summer the GaIPSEC is hosting a series of webinars to give parents information to assist them in planning for transition to adulthood with their child. Below is information on the upcoming webinar June 26, 2019. You MUST register for this webinar if you wish to […]
