Join Eva's Heroes and Santikos Theatres for a special night at the movies every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.
To see a schedule for upcoming movies presented by Eva's Heroes Special Presentations, visit www.santikos.com/evasheroes.php.
Individual with intellectual special needs are always admitted free of charge for these special showing.
Join Eva's Heroes and Santikos Theatres for a special showing of Hollywood's latest family friendly film in a sensory friendly and accepting environment.
Doors open at 5:30pm and movie begins at 6pm. Eva's Heroes Special Presentations will be held at Santikos Silverado 16 located at Bandera Rd and 1604 and at Santikos Embassy 14 located at 281 and Bitters Rd. Eva's Heroes Special Presentations are held every 1st and 3rd Tuesday
Please share with any individuals or families who would benefit. This is an activity open to individuals of all ages with intellectual special needs.
As always, individuals with intellectual special needs receive free admission. Attending parents, friends, sibling, caregivers, and general public pay going matinee rate for the theater they attend.
Thanks to Santikos Theaters for partnering with Eva's Heroes to provide... a sensory friendly and accepting environment for all of the participants, families, and group homes. Go to www.santikos.com/evasheroes.php to see upcoming dates/features.
Center Stage Live! Everyone can be a Star! Join us for an evening of family fun singing to your hearts content. Or perhaps you prefer just to enjoy the entertainment while sipping on a cup of coffee and nibbling on a tasty pastry. Either way.. you can’t go wrong! Supporting Mental Health has never been so fun! We’ll see you there... Center Stage Live!
Introduction to Autism
Would you like to learn more about autism spectrum disorders?
This workshop will provide caregivers with basic questions about autism spectrum disorders (ASD), including defining ASD and describing its characteristics and diagnosis criteria. A general overview on treatments for ASD, with a focus on evidence-based practices, will also be presented.
Cost: $15 per person ($5 with Medicaid)
If you have further questions or would like to attend, please contact Jose Saenz atjose@acn-sa.org or (210) 435-1000, ext 5.
Introducción al Autismo (en Español)
¿Le gustaría aprender más a cerca de los trastornos del espectro autista?
Este taller ofrecerá a los cuidadores con preguntas básicas acerca de los trastornos del espectro autista (ASD), incluyendo la definición de ASD y la descripción de sus características y criterios de diagnostico. Una visión general sobre los tratamientos para el autismo, con un enfoque en las practicas basadas en la evidencia, también serán presentados.
Cost: $15 per person ($5 with Medicaid)
If you have further questions or would like to attend, please contact Jose Saenz atjose@acn-sa.org or (210) 435-1000, ext 5.
Addressing Feeding Challenges in Picky Eaters
Is your child a picky eater?
Come hear why children do not eat and learn strategies that can help picky eaters eat better will be discussed
Cost: $15 per person ($5 with Medicaid)
If you have further questions or would like to attend, please contact Jose Saenz at jose@acn-sa.org or (210) 435-1000, ext 5.
We’ll take you back to the 1950’s when Elvis was King and poodle skirts ruled!
Although the sounds of those times may differ from today’s grooves…
you’ll come to learn that no matter what tune we each sing to…
we aren’t all that different after all.
HELP US EDUCATE & STOP THE STIGMA DURING
Mental Health Awareness Month
(Seating is limited so get your tickets NOW!)
It’s a fun event for the entire family!
(Mental Health Resources and Information will also be available)
Brought to you by: H.U.G. M.E. Ink and Tripoint
All proceeds go to help H.U.G. M.E. Ink continue it's programs for
mental health awareness and recovery sustainability through the arts.
We’ll take you back to the 1950’s when Elvis was King and poodle skirts ruled!
Although the sounds of those times may differ from today’s grooves…
you’ll come to learn that no matter what tune we each sing to…
we aren’t all that different after all.
HELP US EDUCATE & STOP THE STIGMA DURING
Mental Health Awareness Month
It’s a fun event for the entire family!
(Mental Health resources & information will also be available)
Brought to you by: H.U.G. M.E. Ink and the Brighton Center
All proceeds benefit H.U.G. M.E. Ink in it's mission to
bring mental health awareness and recovery sustainability through the arts!
We’ll take you back to the 1950’s when Elvis was King and poodle skirts ruled!
Although the sounds of those times may differ from today’s grooves…
you’ll come to learn that no matter what tune we each sing to…
we aren’t all that different after all.
HELP US EDUCATE & STOP THE STIGMA DURING
Mental Health Awareness Month
It’s a fun event for the entire family!
(Mental Health resources & information will also be available)
Brought to you by: H.U.G. M.E. Ink and the Brighton Center
All proceeds benefit H.U.G. M.E. Ink in it's mission to
bring mental health awareness and recovery sustainability through the arts!
Presenter: Carrie Alvarado, OTR
Participants will learn about a) the scientific evidence supporting DIR/Floortime™ and b) how to apply this model with a variety of children and their caregivers within both assessment and treatment domains.
Presenter: Carrie Alvarado, OTR
To Heather Long 490-4300 ext. 113 or hlong@arc-sa.org
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Cost: $5.00 required prior to the session.
Checks written to:The Arc of San Antonio13430 West Avenue SAT 78216(c/o Heather Long)Texas State University Recreation Therapy Students and Texas Ski Ranch are hosting and adaptive skateboarding clinic. We are bringing in 3 Paralympic athletes from Adaptive Action Sports to coach the event. It will be Sunday May 5th from 11-2pm. We have 3 scholarships available. You can register at www.texasskiranch.com or contact Dr. Lyn Litchke 210-722-1963.
Join The Arc of San Antonio for a FREE breakfast
Learn about new research benefitting children and adults with Autism.
When? Thursday, May 9th 7:30am at the Bright Shawl.
The Arc will also present new programs and partnerships helping young adults with Autism and other disabilities as they age out of high school.
**the breakfast is complimentary. Seating is limited.**
Topics Include:Primary care for children and adults with autism
Alexandra Loffredo, M.D., Associate Professor
Dept. of Family & Community medicine,
UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
Autism: A Modern perspective
Raymond F. palmer, Ph.D, Associate professor
Dept. of Family & Community medicine,
UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
How Environmental House Calls and an
“EMU” Can Help You and Your Family
Claudia Miller, M.D., Professor
Dept. of Family & Community medicine
UT Health Science Center at San Antonio
TU alth Science Center at San AntonioFor more information and to RSVP, please contact Beth Green (210) 490-4300 ext. 127
http://www.tugg.com/go/rxuene
Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
TIME: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location:
Santikos Embassy 14 Theatre
13707 Embassy Row
Hwy 281 & Bitters Rd.
San Antonio, Texas 78216
Cost: $10.00
Save the date for a benefit screening of an award-winning film about a young man with autism. "The Story of Luke." For more about the movie and to view a trailer, go this link -
http://www.tugg.com/go/rxuene
For ticketing information, click here
http://www.tugg.com/go/rxuene
Ticket sales benefit the Autism Society Support Group of San Antonio.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
10:00 AM
Little Engine Homecare
3201 Cherry Ridge Dr Suite D-400 (78230), San Antonio, TX (edit map)
Topic: DIR/Floortime
DIR/Floortime™ is a developmental framework for facilitating social-emotional and intellectual growth and engagement in children with challenges in relating and communicating and their families. Come learn how this therapy may benefit your child!
Presenter: Carrie Alvarado, OTR, from Autism Community Network
Location: The conference room of Little Engine Homecare
Date:Saturday, May 18, 2013
Time:10am -12pm
Contact: Irma Canfield at (210) 262-6740or itcanfield@gmail.com
2nd Annual Wonderland Ball - Prom 2013
for individuals with special needs ages 16 and up
At the Event Center at Morgan's Wonderland on Saturday, May 25th from 5-8pm
This event is free for participants. Online RSVPs are Required.
Please RSVP at http://www.gordonhartman.com/event/current-events-new?task=view_event&event_id=9