Upcoming events from Autism Connections and Family Empowerment

October 22, 2022

We want to make our event information as clear as possible for you, so we've developed "On the Horizon", a weekly update to highlight events and activities happening in the next week or so.

Our monthly newsletter will continue to provide a broad focus and will include information about events and activities in the following weeks/months, family support news, advocacy themes, autism news and important community events and information.

SPECIAL DEADLINE NOTICE (DDS)

Autism Waiver

October 14-October 31, 2022

The opportunity to apply for the DDS Autism Waiver is through the Open Enrollment Interest Period, October 14 - October 31, 2022. View more information and applications in multiple languages or email questions to our Waiver group via kansas.brown@pathlightgroup.org.

TRAINING

Charting the LifeCourse 1-1 Sessions

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

10:00-11:00; 11:15-12:15; 12:30-1:30

Zoom

We have a unique opportunity for you to meet privately with a LifeCourse Ambassador and address all of your questions regarding this powerful tool. Please review the flyer for full information before registering. Email donna.kushi@pathlightgroup.org to register. 

NETWORKING/SUPPORT GROUP

Special Education Parent's Forum

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Zoom

Participants: Parents and caregivers

The popular Special Education Forum is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to share information amongst each other and gain insight from Nancy Farnsworth, Autism Connections’ Information and Outreach Coordinator and Educational Advocate.

ACTIVITY

Sensory Friendly Movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas

Thursday, October 27, 2022

4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Pathlight

220 Brookdale Drive

Springfield, MA 01104

Participants: 13+

Join Autism Connections to watch this super fun movie! We will order pizza (GF and regular) so please register if possible by October 25. 

ACTIVITY

Pumpkin Fest

Friday, October 28, 2022

2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Whitney's Farm

1775 S. State Road (Route 8)

Cheshire MA 01225

Participants: all ages

Whitney Farm activities will include a DJ, playground, corn maze, big giant slide and a hayride. Attendance to the farm is free, but tickets for most activities and food and beverages will be at a cost to participants. Please email Kelsey at Autism Connections (kelsey.niziolek@pathlightgroup.org) if you have any questions.

Workshop

Assistive Technology Roadshow

Presented by UCP Western MA, sponsored by Family Empowerment

Thursday November 3, 2022

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Family Empowerment

101 Munson Street

Greenfield Corporate Center

Greenfield, MA 01301

Participants: anyone interested in AT!

The UCP mobile Assistive Technology lab will be stopping at the Family Empowerment Office in Greenfield on November 3. View and test dozens of unique items that can help individuals live more independently. Like an item? Borrow it from the loan center!

FAIR/CONFERENCE

Transition Resource Fair (and DDS 101 Presentation)

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Mountain View School

200 Park Street

Easthampton, MA 01027

Focus audience: Teens and young adults ages 14-26 and their parents, caregivers, and the professionals that work with or support them.



Family Empowerment's Transition Resource Fair focuses on future options for high school students as they and their families plan for their next steps after high school. The event provides an opportunity to meet with representatives of organizations providing services and options for students. The Fair is a free resource event open to the entire community. 

ATTENDEES: Flyer   Registration

EXHIBITORS: Flyer   Registration

Family Empowerment and Autism Connections are programs of Pathlight.