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With school back in session, it's the perfect time to set a sleep schedule.

Quick Tip: Try going to bed and waking up at the same time every day. Staying consistent with sleep times can improve the quality of your rest, boost overall health, and help regulate your body’s internal clock.

Thank you New Jersey Self Advocacy Project for sharing this great health tip of the week.👍

Great opportunity to connect with other fathers and learn advocacy skills.

Join us September 18th for our next workshop. Jeremy Kredlo will be running a storymapping workshop to help you find your most effective and most compelling advocacy stories. Register in advance for this workshop:
https://kindering.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMsf-Gopj8oGNVSsJTIqxcURNWQASaL4IvS

Outdoors for All is hosting an event is tomorrow, Friday, August 23rd from 12pm-3pm at Lake Sammamish State Park (Sunset Beach).The event will include cycling and kayaking.

We can't wait to see you all at the celebration of our Lake Sammamish location tomorrow. Rain or shine, we plan to have a good time! 🚲

As a reminder, the event is tomorrow, Friday, August 23rd from 12pm-3pm at Lake Sammamish State Park (Sunset Beach).

The event will include cycling, kayaking, and a chance for us to come together and celebrate the expansion of Outdoors for All! We also plan to beat the world record for the most connected trikes! Come join us and be a part of history in the making!

There is no cost to attend and you can register in person or online at: https://give.classy.org/LakeSamCelebration

See you all tomorrow!

If you Do The Puyallup, make sure to swing by Guest Service to check out a sensory bag, check out the sensory shed, quiet zone, and headphone areas. Thank you, Washington State Fair, for making your event sensory friendly.

Sensory friendly day coming up at MoPop!

Join us for Sensory-Friendly Morning! An event for adults and families to experience the museum with lowered light and volume levels.

Tickets for our next Sensory-Friendly Morning are free with RSVP. Sign up for our next event on August 24: https://www.mopop.org/sensoryfriendlyprograms

We always recommend families create an emergency plan. Here is a free resource to help you plan yours today.

This free tool helps families plan an organized response in the event of an emergency. See download link in comments.

🌟 Choosing an ethical ABA provider is crucial. The UW Autism Center suggests asking these important questions:

1️⃣ What is ABA and what does a typical program look like?
2️⃣ How do you approach therapy for my child’s age?
3️⃣ How are goals determined?
4️⃣ How is neurodiversity integrated into your practice?
5️⃣ Can parents be involved in therapy sessions?
6️⃣ What environments are used for teaching?
7️⃣ How do you handle challenging behaviors?
8️⃣ How is progress measured and what if progress isn't made?
9️⃣ Do I have access to my child's data?
🔟 How are nap/eating schedules accommodated?

👉 Learn more about these questions and ensure your child gets the best care: UW On-Time Autism Intervention Questions for ABA Providershttps://depts.washington.edu/uwautism/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/OTAI-Questions-for-ABA-Providers.pdf

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Excellent resources for making the 4th a positive experience

Fun For All: Autism-Friendly Considerations for Celebrating the Fourth of July | Autism Society The 4th of July is a favorite summer holiday for many. But while the 4th of July is cherished by many, for others it can be stressful.

Great strategies for emotional regulation

✨ Helping kids deal with big emotions is a great way to reduce outbursts. This resource includes 2 posters and a hands-on lesson all about coping strategies and self-regulation.

You can...
✔ Hang this poster up in your classroom or hallway bulletin board to remind students of healthy and safe ways to deal with anger.
✔ Use the SEL lesson to teach about feelings or during small groups and individual intervention.

Let me know if you'd like to check out my 10 Healthy Ways to Deal with Anger for Kids, and I'll DM you the link!



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Sensory performance of Wicked on Nov 16th

STG Presents - WICKED Sensory-Friendly Performance WICKED Sensory-Friendly Performance | The Paramount | Sat., Nov. 16, 2024

Get your Big Red Safety kit 🟥 today.

Did you know the National Autism Association provides a free-of-charge toolkit (excluding an $8.00 shipping fee), The Big Red Safety Box? This box gives families the means to education, raise awareness, and provide simple tools that may assist in preventing and responding to wandering-related emergencies.

The box includes Safety Alert Window Cling for home windows, GE Wireless Door/Window Alarms with batteries, a caregiver checklist, a sample IEP letter, a RoadID bracelet or Show ID tag, and more!

The toolkit only requires a $8.00 fee for shipping. To learn more visit https://nationalautismassociation.org/store/ #!/NAAs-Big-Red-Safety-Box%C2%AE-Grant-Application-with-Optional-Donation/p/13920305/category=2416355 to access the application.

Great opportunity. Adaptive Sailing on August 5th, 6pm - 8pm

Join our friends at Sail Sand Point on Monday, August 5th, from 6pm-8pm for an Adaptive Sailing Night! For more information, please scan the QR code below.

AS360, a company matching resources to families and providers, is available now!

Autism Resources | AS360 AS360 allows you to find autism resources near you. Take surveys to filter all of our resources or search hundreds of resources near you.

Check out this Water & Wandering webpage.

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Research study
Click.2ai is looking for Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or parents/caregivers of individuals with ASD to participate in a research study exploring innovative ways AI technology can support individuals with ASD and their families.

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Free campout open to families with children with disabilities or health care needs. June 14 - June 16th in Anacortes.

⛺️ SAVE THE DATE: June 14-16, 2024!

Father's Day weekend is the FREE Annual FAMILY CAMPOUT at Washington Park in Anacortes for families whose children have developmental disabilities or complex healthcare needs.

Hosted by Washington State Fathers Network! This is NOT just for dads and their kids. Moms are welcome, too!

Details: https://fathersnetwork.org/events2/

A free 8 week online community support for mealtime struggles!

Free - 8 week online course if you have a child with an intellectual or developmental disability and need support with feeding concerns. See flyer below!

Looking for summer activities? Consider Museums for All! Individuals receiving SNAP benefits can access free or discounted admission to over 900 museums across the US by presenting their SNAP EBT card. Explore participating museums near you at

Museums for All Through Museums for All, those receiving food assistance (SNAP benefits) can gain free or reduced admission to more than 1,300 museums throughout the United States simply by presenting their EBT card and a photo ID. Search below by museum name or state to find a participating museum near you!

Get your free visual support starter kit from Little Autism Learners!

🤔 Have you signed up for the FREE Visual Support Starter Set yet?

🫶🏽 You get all of my favorite foundational visual supports that really work for $0.

👦🏻 If you have young autistic students who drop to the ground during transitions, I see you.

😵‍💫 Transitions can be so difficult. The all done bucket, star chart, and starter visual schedule can help. Sign up and get them now!

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Inclusive playground opening soon in Seattle!

Please join us June 8 from 1-4pm to celebrate the grand opening of Pathways Park (5201 Sand Point Way NE) with our friends from The Eli's Park Project!

“The Eli’s Park Project began with a dream to create a more inclusive community. Together we imagined how we could transform an outdated park into an accessible, inclusive place for everyone. We did it! Come celebrate the grand opening of Pathways Park, a place where we all belong.” - Paige Reischl

More information can be found by visiting the The Elis Project page.

Sensory friendly day at MoPOP this Saturday, May 25th

🎤🎭🎲🎯 The Museum of Pop Culture's NEXT Sensory Friendly Event is coming soon!

📅 Saturday, May 25, 2024
⏰ 8 to 10 AM
🕋 325 5th AVE N, Seattle

🎸🎼🎷Event includes:
▪️ Access when the museum is closed to the general public
▪️ Advanced notice of what to expect during your visit
▪️ Lowered sound and lighting in galleries and Sky Church
▪️ Access to museum galleries

Tickets: $10 for adults; $9 for youth
https://www.mopop.org/programs-plus-education/programs/sensory-friendly-programs/
🎤🎭🎲🎯 More Info at:

This nationwide research study welcomes Black individuals or parents of Black, autistic children. Your involvement helps advance our understanding and support for the Black autistic community. Together, let's foster knowledge and inclusivity through research.

The University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB) is seeking Black Individuals/Families who have been through the Autism Diagnostic Process to participate in a research study. More information in the flyer below.