Dear Parents,
We have recently come across a couple of grants and upcoming parent workshops you might be interested in. Here are the details!
Grants
AutismCares is a group of leading autism organizations who have come together to support individuals with Autism and their families during natural disasters and other catastrophic life events. The organization offers Financial Support Awards that provide financial relief up to $1,000 for individuals with ASD and their families to help cover costs associated with critical living expenses such as housing, utilities, car repair, funeral expenses, and other essential items on a case-by-case basis. Download an application form here.
ACT Today is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission is to raise awareness and provide treatment services and support to families to help their children with Autism achieve their full potential. The organization provides financial assistance to help with the cost of ABA, Speech, and Occupational therapy. View open application periods here.
Free Parent Workshops by PEAS:
While we have not been to these workshops ourselves, here is a list of free parent workshops you might want to check out. PEAS is an organization dedicated to creating a network of support for families of children who experience life with a disability label. Its website can be found here. Let us know what you learn!
PEAS Meetup: Classroom Accommodations and Modifications: What Parents Needs To Know
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Facilitators: Kelly Mastin and Cindi Paschall
Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The Arc of Northeast Tarrant County (Arc House)
1806 Haltom Road, Haltom City, Texas 76117
PEAS Meetup: How Was School Today? When “fine” and “okay” are not enough!
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Presenter: Jeanine Pinner. Texas Parent-to-Parent
Thursday, May 9, 2013 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
The Arc of Northeast Tarrant County (Arc House)
1806 Haltom Road, Haltom City, Texas 76117
Learning Together Workshop Series Session: Making the Best Use of the iPad and Other Cutting-Edge Technolody Tools to Enhance Learning
Presenter: Susan Fitzell, M. Ed, CSP
Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
University Christian Church – Room 207
2720 S. University Drive
Ft. Worth, Texas 76109
PEAS Coffee Talk: Resources Every Parent Should Know About: Helping Our Children with Disabilities Live Safe and Enriched Lives
Presenter: Jeanine Pinner, Texas Parent-to-Parent
Friday, May 10, 2013 from 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
The Arc of Northeast Tarrant County (Arc House)
1806 Haltom Road, Haltom City, Texas 76117
Best wishes,
The Brent Woodall Foundation
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