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📣EVENT DONATION SPOTLIGHT📣

A HUGE thank you to JonnyPops for their donation of popsicles to have at our See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest!🎉

We absolutely love their mission of making “A Better Pop for a Better World!”🫶

A little about this wonderful organization:

In honor of their namesake, each JonnyPop is printed with a kind deed because they believe sharing kindness, through actions big and small, helps us achieve our mission of making the world a better place, one pop at a
time.

Their hope is that their pops encourage
others to pay it forward in our communities - through random acts of kindness and by sharing the undeniable yumminess of JonnyPops with
family + friends!❤️

Learn more:⬇️
https://www.jonnypops.com/

We’re so grateful to Monarch Learning & Attention Center for being a sponsor of our upcoming See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest!🎉

Monarch Learning & Attention Center is a small practice of licensed clinical psychologists based in Eden Prairie, MN with extensive experience conducting psychological assessments. They provide comprehensive assessments for children (ages 6 and up), adolescents, and young adults. They specialize in psychoeducational assessment of Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, ADHD, and Autism, discovering an individual's strengths, differences, and resiliency beyond a diagnosis.🦋

You can learn more about this phenomenal organization and their offerings at our event on Sunday, September 8th! Thank you so much for your support and partnership!🫶

Learn more:
➡️ https://www.monarchassessment.com

Meet our fantastic Arts & Crafts Sponsor, Kid Talk Pediatric Therapy (Kid Talk, Inc.)!🥳

Kid Talk is a pediatric therapy center based in Savage, MN, that is focused on developing, improving, and enhancing the skills children need to lead quality lives. Kid Talk accomplishes this by creating a functional treatment plan that will generalize to a child’s everyday life. Treatment is child-centered, functional, and fun!

Kid Talk will be a vendor at our See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest on September 8th and will be there to share more about their wonderful organization and offerings with the community!

Thank you so much for your support and partnership!🫶

https://kid-talk.com

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Meet our spectacular Sensory Friendly Space Sponsor, Note-able Music Therapy!🎼

With a brick-and-mortar in Lakeville, their team of board-certified music therapists provide music therapy that enhances the lives of individuals in South & West Metro Minneapolis. Their mission is to provide a creative and innovative approach to enhancing the lives of individuals, young and old, through music therapy.🫶

Note-able Music Therapy will be a vendor at the See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest, and we’re excited for the community to get to know more about their fantastic team and service offerings!

Thank you so much for your support and partnership!🎉

https://noteablemusictherapy.com/

We LOVE our fellow nonprofits, and are always down to support each other as we serve our communities and evolve as organizations!❤️

A few of our See Me board members are volunteering today at the Joy Mobile Sensory Van with Joy Collaborative at the Minnesota State Fair, providing an incredible sensory experience for anyone needing a reprieve!🧘🎧

We are in complete awe of how helpful their joy mobile is, and we are SO excited to have their team bring this experience to our See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest on September 8th!🎉

They are looking for donors and sponsors who want to help them expand their fleet and mission! Check out their website to learn more about them and all the cool things they are doing to help create empowered spaces for youth with life-limiting conditions.🫶

https://www.joycollaborative.org/

A huge thank you to the Hickey Family for generously sponsoring the Dance Party at the See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest!🎉

The Hickey Family is heavily involved in the Prior Lake community, and Maissa is a board member for both the PLAY - Miracle League and PLAY Baseball organizations. She especially enjoys (and is really good at!💪🏼) volunteering her time to advocate for creating inclusive spaces for all children to thrive.

Thank you so much for your support and partnership, Hickey Family!🫶

Meet our outstanding Bubble Fun Sponsor, Anna Elder, with Anna Elder Homes!🎉

Anna is a full-time realtor and a fierce advocate of the autism community. She finds great joy in blending these worlds by supporting people who are either on the spectrum or have a child on the spectrum through the home buying/selling journey.

As a mom of two toddlers, one being on the spectrum, she knows firsthand the additional support, patience, and understanding a family needs when moving, especially when there is a neurodiversity element to consider.

At See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest, Anna will be providing some great autism-moving resources, in addition to a sweet bubble machine for families to enjoy!

Thank you so much for your support and partnership, Anna!🫶

Website: https://annaelderhomes.kw.com

Another great FREE workshop from PACER Center

Register today for a two-part series on life planning and transition.

Part 1 will focus on Powers of Attorney, health care directives, maintaining eligibility for government benefits, and more.

Part 2 will address the consideration and purpose of supported decision-making and guardianship, with a focus on the details of the legal procedures.

Attending both workshops is recommended. Register today at PACER.org/workshops.

Test out your ninja skills at the See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest on Sunday, Sept. 8 from 3-6pm!

We are so excited to have the Ninja Anywhere Rig and Inflatables at the event! They provide an all-inclusive movement opportunity for all ages and ability levels.

Get unlimited ninja time for $10/person. (All other activities at the See Me Community Fest are free of charge.)

A waiver is required for anyone who is wishing to participate. The waiver process takes about two minutes and can be completed by following the link below.

NOTE: Complete a waiver for your child by selecting "adult and child".

COMPLETE WAIVER HERE: https://app.cleverwaiver.com/render/templateByRefId/5e535d234123a1000d3bc4e7?groupId=quEdzeqV

SEE ME NEURODIVERSE COMMUNITY FEST:
https://www.seemeneurodiverse.org/2024-neurodiverse-community-fest

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We’re elated to share the wonderful vendors that will be joining us at our inaugural See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest on Sunday, September 8th from 3-6pm at Lakefront Park!🎉

We’re SO grateful these incredible organizations will be in attendance to offer resources, support, and ways they can partner with the neurodivergent community!🫶

A huge thank you to each and every one of you for supporting our mission and being part of our exciting event! Stay tuned to learn more about our vendors, and come see them in person on September 8th!❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

PACER Center is offering this FREE Understanding Special Education workshop. That whole process can be overwhelming, so knowing your rights and understanding the IEP and 504 plans can help make it a little easier.

Register today for a three-part workshop series on Understanding Special Education.

Part 1 presents an overview of special education and parental rights; Part 2 will discuss evaluations, the results, and steps forward; and Part 3 will cover the IEP with a brief overview of the Prior Written Notice (PWN).

Register at: PACER.org/workshops. Attending all three sessions is recommended.

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Lots of accessibility features this year at the MN State Fair. You’ll even find some See Me board members volunteering at the Joy Mobile!

It's that time of year again. Tomorrow is the start of the Minnesota State Fair! The fair runs from Thursday August 22 to Labor Day, September 2, 2024.

Check out the accessibility features this year at the Great Minnesota Get Together!

Complete accessibility guide: https://www.mnstatefair.org/general-info/accessibility-guide/

Sensory-friendly visits: https://www.mnstatefair.org/general-info/accessibility-guide/

New this year is the Joy Mobile!

The Joy Mobile allows visitors to take a break from the sights and sounds of the fair. The Joy Mobile is a one-stop sensory experience designed to help guests reset and re-engage. Its calming environment provides a range of supportive sensory experiences to reset acoustic, visual, tactile and olfactory senses.

Located north of Loop Gate #9, just south of Judson Avenue.

Open daily, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. (8 p.m. on Labor Day)

Follow the Minnesota Autism Resource Portal page and Instagram to learn more about accessibility features at the MN State Fair!

We’re waiting on pins and needles to hear what the PLAY - Miracle League is announcing tomorrow! Go follow their page and tune in with us tomorrow!⚾️🫶

🚨 The Countdown is ON! 🚨
The Miracle League's BIG announcement is dropping TOMORROW afternoon! 🎉 You’ve been waiting, and now it’s almost here—don’t miss out!
Be sure to share this post, follow us, and stay tuned for the news that’s going to shake things up in the best way possible! 🔥⚾

Thank you to Midwest Autism & Psychological Services for being a sponsor of the See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest coming up on Sunday, September 8 from 3-6pm.

Located in Burnsville, they provide early intervention screening to children exhibiting ASD symptoms. They aim to help families experiencing long wait times get their child evaluated as soon as possible. Evaluating children earlier will increase the opportunity for children and families to receive early intervention services.

👉Learn more about Midwest Autism & Psychological Services at https://midwestautism.com/

🌈Find more resources dedicated to neurodivergence at the See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest! See other sponsors and vendors at https://www.seemeneurodiverse.org/2024-neurodiverse-community-fest

Today is National Nonprofit Day! We’re celebrating the incredible impact of community and generosity! 🎉

At See Me Neurodiverse, we are dedicated to supporting neurodiverse families by finding essential resources, building a strong community, and increasing inclusivity and acceptance. Your support helps us continue our vital work and make a real difference in the lives of many.

Today, we invite you to join us in our mission. Your donation enables us to host community events and advocate for greater acceptance. Every contribution helps us move closer to a world where everyone is embraced and supported.

Donate today and be a part of creating meaningful change.

👉https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/6656991f-2f1d-4152-a565-7d08a0f55ff4

‼️LAST CALL FOR VENDORS & SPONSORS ‼️

We have a few more vendor spots available and opportunities to be a sponsor at the See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest on September 8. Register by this Friday!

Email us at [email protected] if you’re interested.

Learn more about the event at www.seemeneurodiverse.org/2024-neurodiverse-community-fest

🌟 Calling All Volunteers! 🌟

We're gearing up for the See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest, and we need your help to make it an incredible event! 🎉

If you're passionate about supporting the neurodiverse community and want to be part of a fun, inclusive event, join us as a volunteer. Your time and energy will make a huge difference.

👥 Roles Available: activity helpers, concessions, event setup, event takedown, and more!

📅 Event Date: Sunday, September 8, 2024
📍 Location: Lakefront Park, Prior Lake, MN

Let's come together to celebrate and support neurodiversity in our community. Sign up today and be a part of something special! 💙

👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4DA8AF2EA2FAC25-50623299-seemeneurodiverse #/