Upcoming Events
Ask The Arc Webinars Ask The Arc webinars provide information and discussion on timely topics relevant to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and their support systems. The post Ask The Arc Webinars first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
South Bend Disability Resource Fair The Arc Advocacy Network will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics […] The post South Bend Disability Resource Fair first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Talks with The Arc Trust In our new webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we’ll cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. The post Talks with The Arc Trust first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
Kosciusko Community Fair Poss-ABILITIES Day and Community Resource Fair The Arc Advocacy Network, a program of the Arc of Indiana, will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training […] The post Kosciusko Community Fair Poss-ABILITIES Day and Community Resource Fair first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
SIILC’s Switzerland County Health & Community Resource Fair The Arc Advocacy Network, a program of the Arc of Indiana, will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training […] The post SIILC’s Switzerland County Health & Community Resource Fair first appeared on The Arc of Indiana.
New Year’s Bash & Variety Show
Uniquely You! and ComForCare Home Care are sponsoring a New Year’s Bash and Variety show celebrating the special needs community! Click on the flyer below to learn more!
When: February 1, 2025, 2-5PM
Where: The Haverstick, 9111 Haverstick Rd, Indianapolis
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Christmas Adaptive Social
House of Pins is hosting a Christmas Adaptive Social! 50% of the proceeds go to Samaritan’s Purse Hurricane Relief. Click on the flyer below to learn more!
When: December 11, 2024, 11am-1pm
Cost: $10 Per Person
This event will include:
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Bowling
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foosball
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karaoke
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billiards
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games
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Ugly Sweater Contest!
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Research Participants Wanted – University of Kansas
The University of Kansas Department of Applied Behavioral Science is looking for caregivers who are waiting for an autism assessment for their child, and who are interested in participating in a semi-self-paced video intervention for learning new ways of playing with their children. You will watch a series of videos and practice playing with your child, sharing your results with the researcher by video.
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Halloween Events in Indiana
List of Halloween events in Northern, Central, and Southern Indiana. Check out the flyers below to learn more!
View the Flyer – Central & Northern Indiana
View the Flyer – Northern Indiana
View the Flyer – Southern Indiana
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Understanding Autism and the Workplace
“This is an online, self-paced course available through the Autism Society Training & Resource Center. Participants can work through the content at their own convenience. A certificate of completion will be available to those completing the course.” Check out the flyer to learn more and register!
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New ABA Activity Center – House of Pins
House of Pins is a private 4,200 sqft recreational building attached to a home. It houses a 2 full lane bowling alley and much more. “House of Pins passionately seeks to serve those who would otherwise not have the opportunities to experience bowling/recreational games in the traditional capacity. Regardless of age or ability, our sensory friendly, limited capacity, adaptive environment solidifies our inclusive model.” Check out the flyer and the links below to learn more!
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International ConfEx on Public Health and Preventive Medicine
Scott Garner will be speaking at the International ConfEx on Public Health and Preventive Medicine in Barcelona, Spain. April 24-26, 2025.
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Autism Society of Indiana: Acers Farms Event
The Autism Society of Indiana is partnering with AusoIndy and Down Syndrome Indy to bring this amazing and inclusive event for all families! Join us at Piney Acers Farms!
When: September 14th 11am-2pm
Where: Piney Acres Farm 1115 E 1000 N Fortville IN 46040
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International Conference For Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Scott Garner from IAA will be speaking in Orlando Florida at the International Conference for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders on April 18th 2025.
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Research Participants Wanted – University of Kansas
The University of Kansas Department of Applied Behavioral Science is looking for caregivers who are waiting for an autism assessment for their child, and who are interested in participating in a semi-self-paced video intervention for learning new ways of playing with their children. You will watch a series of videos and practice playing with your child, sharing your results with the researcher by video.
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Autism Acceptance Walk
My Autism Ally is back this year with their annual Autism Acceptance Walk. It’s an afternoon of activities and resources for the whole family- including supports for those of all ages on the autism spectrum. It’s free to park and attend so come out for the fun.
When: Sunday, September 8, 2024, Noon – 3pm
Where: Allen County Fairgrounds 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46748
This event will include:
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food
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indoor vendor fair
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crafts
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games
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music play
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pony rides
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petting zoo
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sensory exploration
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cosplay- princess and superheroes
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touch a truck – including first responder vehicles
This year’s unity walk will start at 3pm. The event will end after the walk is completed.
The Autism Acceptance Walk is our largest event and fundraiser. Once again we are asking team captains to download the information packet and reach out to friends, families, co-workers, neighbors, anyone and everyone you know and raise funds for this year’s Autism Acceptance Walk to help individuals and families affected by autism in our community. My Autism Ally is a 501 c 3 and unlike other autism organizations, all donations stay and serve individuals, families in Indiana.
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