The Aktion Club of Bloomington-Normal (a Kiwanis group for adults with disabilities) is hosting an easter egg hunt for families who have a child with a disability. Siblings and friends of children with disabilities are welcome to join in the fun.…
What is Contra Dancing? It has been in the USA since the 1700’s. People walk in repeating patterns to folk music. A caller first explains the movements and tells you what pattern to do.
When: Third Thursday of each month
Where: Normal Public Library (in the basement)
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Who: The whole family (you don’t have to dance – come visit too)
How is it Autism Friendly? Contra dancing is a wonderful opportunity to be around others. It is easily accommodated for people with ASD or other social/sensory issues. So you can participate without needing to talk, touch or make eye contact, unless you want to.
Do I have to bring a date? NO! But you will need a dance partner – that can be anyone on the dance floor – we are trying to have some student volunteers there to be partners, but parents, friends, and siblings can be partners too
This is a planned monthly get-together for people on the autism spectrum, their family, mentors, and friends.…
Who: All guardians, parents, families, and students who are currently on the PUNS list. Students or parents who are interested in being placed on the PUNS list. Educators, professionals, etc. PUNS (Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services) is a statewide database of individuals with developmental disabilities who are in need of services.
About: Megan Mutti, from the ARC of Illinois, will give an informational session on CILA services, Home-based Supports, ICFDD, Supportive Housing, I-CILA, and related services and supports. Maria Burkhart from CISA will also be on hand to enroll or update individuals on the PUNS list! If enrolling on the PUNS list for the first time, please bring a copy of your most current IEP/Re-Eval and Social Security Number.
Cost: Free!
When: Tuesday April 30th, 2019, 6:00pm (presentations last 1-2 hours)
Where: The Chateau 1621 Jumer Drive, Bloomington, IL. Please park in the back of the hotel, enter though the conference center doors, and follow the signs to the Bonaparte room.…
IFLC 13th Annual Family Conference: Resources and Inspiration for Adult Family Members and Caregivers of Children with Disabilities presented by Kathy Morris will be in Peoria on April 6, 2019 from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Kathy Morris will present, "Help! What Do I Do With This Child Now That We Have a Diagnosis." This seminar is designed for families of children/adolescents birth-21 years old. An overview of developmental disabilities, including Down Syndrome, Fragile X Syndrome, Cognitive Delays, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and other disabilities will be highlighted. Strategies to support the manifestations of the disabilities will be presented. In addition, an overview of the grief process parents experience will be presented to aid in understanding and to support parents during the early years and beyond the diagnosis. CHILDREN CANNOT BE ACCOMMODATED AT THE CONFERENCE.
REGISTRATION: Registration is limited. There is a $15 per person (non-refundable) registration fee for family members and a $25 (non-refundable) registration fee for professionals. Breakfast and lunch are included.…
Blaze Pizza is committed to supporting local organizations like Autism McLean. Bring in the attached flyer or show it on your phone before paying. Blaze Pizza will donate 20% of proceeds from your meal back to Autism McLean.…
Chipotle does more than just roll burritos. Come in to the Chipotle at 1601 East College, Avenue Suite B in Normal on Monday, April 15th from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. Bring in the attached flyer, show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to ensure that 33% of the proceeds will be donated to Autism McLean.…
Delicious pancakes, bacon and drink for $5.00 – Autism McLean keeps $4.00 of every ticket sold.
Tickets in advance not required, but preferred. Purchase tickets here!
If you don't want to buy online, ask one of our board members for tickets or email info@autismmclean to reserve yours (pay at the door).…
Portillo’s has always believed in serving up a better tomorrow and giving back to organizations and people who support our local communities. 20% of sales will be donated to Autism McLean for those that come in with the attached flyer or show it on their phone at checkout. This applies to dine-in, carry-out, or drive thru.…
Join us for a Poster Presentation / Talks on what housing is available in this area. We will have people who can answer questions. This first meeting will be followed up with another one March 19th – where we can delve further into the housing topic and hopefully start dreaming up what we really want!
Purpose: For anyone interested appropriate, safe, supportive residential options for adults with autism in McLean County
Register Here: https://goo.gl/forms/
February 19:
March 19:
Join us at Heartland Community College's Astroth Community Education Center Auditorium.
Internationally renowned jazz cabaret icon Spider Saloff returns to the Twin Cities singing The Great American Songbook at a benefit concert for Autism McLean. Doors open at 6 pm for drinks and light noshing catered by Baxter’s American Grille, and includes one complimentary alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage AND great company! The concert program begins 7:30 pm.
Thanks to our generous donors, ALL ticket proceeds benefit Autism McLean.…
