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Sunday, April 23 6-8pm Join us on Sunday, April 23 from 6-8pm for a private event, open only to families and caregivers of children with special needs. The facility will be closed to the pubic, admission will be discounted to $8.80/person and 20% of admissions will be donated back to the Autism Society of Iowa. Concessions will be open so parents can buy food and beverage items as needed. Monkey Joe's serves pizza, Coke products, pretzels, and hot dogs.
Find out more »Saturday, April 29 3-6pm Creston High School – 601 W Townline Street, Creston, IA Awards will be given to the Top Three Male and Female runners in each age division: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+ To Register Online - Click Here! To Download A Brochure And Register By Mail - Click Here! Schedule Of Events: 3pm – Registration, Autism Resource Fair and T-shirt Pickup 4pm – Welcome, Autism Awareness Lap, Balloon Release and Start of 5K Run…
Find out more »Iowa Wild Fundraiser For Autism Society of Iowa Friday, June 2 6-8pm Buzzard Billy's, 615 3rd St., Des Moines, IA Join us on Friday, June 2 from 6-8pm to raise money for the Autism Society of Iowa. Iowa Wild's Head Coach Derek Lalonde will be the celebrity server with tips from the servers that evening going towards the Autism Society of Iowa. There will also be several Iowa Wild auction items for everyone to bid on. See you there!
Find out more »Thursday, June 8 from 2-4pm - Jester Park, Shelter #5 by Discovery Pond Individuals on the autism spectrum often have issues with sensory processing which sometimes lead to anxiety. The practice of Shinrin Yoku, or Japanese forest bathing, is a slow, mindful walk in nature that invites participants to use their senses in a calming, quieting way. Benefits may include improved sleep, reduced anxiety and enhanced communication. Join Dr. Suzanne Bartlett Hackenmiller, Integrative Medicine physician and the mother of a son…
Find out more »Autism & Law Enforcement Recognition & Response Training Presented by Dennis Debbaudt Who should attend? Law Enforcement, EMS Providers, Fire Fighters, Dispatchers EMS Providers can received 4 CEH through WITCC. Dennis Debbaudt is the proud father of Brad, a young man who has autism. In the 1980's, he wrote for the Detroit News and worked with network television current affairs programs in the U.S., Canada and United Kingdom. A professional investigator and journalist since 1977, Debbaudt turned his attention to…
Find out more »Wednesday, June 21 Registration begins at 7:30am The Autism Society of Iowa is pleased to present a free half day conference featuring keynote speaker, Dennis Debbaudt, who will be presenting "Autism Risk and Safety Training." The training will include techniques and vignettes to explore and explain critical autism issues for officers. Registration is FREE. TO REGISTER ONLINE CLICK HERE. Conference Agenda 7:30 a.m. – Registration 8:00 a.m. – Autism Risk and Safety Training - Speaker Dennis Debbaudt and Speaker Panel…
Find out more »Wednesday, June 21 Registration begins at 12:30pm The Autism Society of Iowa is pleased to present a half day conference featuring keynote speaker, Dennis Debbaudt, who will be presenting "Plan Your Response for an Autism Emergency!" This event is valuable for any person on the spectrum, caregiver, family member, and anyone interested in the safety of those with autism spectrum disorders. 3.5 CEU's will be offered for social workers. Registration is $10 or free for those with an Autism…
Find out more »Sensory Friendly Sunday Sunday, June 25 1-3pm Walnut Creek YMCA, 948 73rd Street, Windsor Heights, IA, 50324 Join us for an inclusive family environment for families and children with special needs. Visitors will be able to enjoy a designated sensory room, light and sound reduction when possible, bouncy houses in our youth gym and additional activities. The Easter Seals of Iowa will have a variety of sensory friendly toys available for use. The Animal Rescue League of Iowa will have TheraPets…
Find out more »Sunday, August 6 10am-12noon ALL individuals with autism and their families/caregivers are invited to swim FREE of CHARGE! Please mark your calendars, share this, spread the word and plan to attend this family friendly event! All children must be accompanied by an adult. RSVP to Jennifer James at 641-782-0962 or jennifersuejames77@gmail.com by 8/5/17. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Iowa To download a flyer, click here.
Find out more »Thursday, August 17, 2017 West Des Moines Library Community Room Everyone is invited and welcome to attend this free voter training hosted by the Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council and Autism Society of Iowa. Our speaker will be Rik Shannon of the Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council. To register online, click here.
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