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.
Must Register to attend:Call 210-826-4492Ext. 5405Dot O’Donnell
Advocate Education Specialist PALS
Start Date | Time |
| Oct 9, 2012Developing Advocacy Skills | 9:00am – 11:0 0 am |
| Nov13,2012Spec Ed Law/504 | 9:00 am – 11:00 am |
| Dec 11,2012ARD Process | 9:00 am – 11:00 am |
Place:
The Arc Of San Antonio13430 West Ave San Antonio, Tx 78216Please call the number listed above to register. Thank You.Classes are free to parents and professionals. Participants must attend all session to receive free ARD support from Brighton. Refreshments will be provided. Certificates for attending will be awarded. Childcare Provided.
Partners Resource Network - Proyecto TEAM
Presenta talleres GRATIS sobre el proceso de ARD:
Viernes Octubre 12, 2012 Time 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.La Junta ARD (admisión revisión y despido)La intención de este taller es proporcionar a los padres los conocimientos relativos a las actividades que tienen lugar durante el proceso de educación especial, así como de sus derechos procesales y responsabilidades. Vamos a discutir el proceso de ARD para que los padres estén dispuestos a participar en todas las etapas del proceso. Vamos a cubrir ocho (8) actividades que utilizamos para diseñar la instrucción y determinar la colocación para satisfacer las necesidades únicas de los estudiantes con discapacidad en el Estado de Texas.
Viernes Noviembre 9, 2012:..Time 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. El Contenido Del IEP (plan individual de educación especial)Este taller está diseñado para proveer a los padres con el conocimiento práctico de trabajo de los contenidos de un IEP viable, útil según la definición de IDEA. A través del proceso de escritura de un IEP, vamos a aprender a establecer metas de aprendizajes razonables y medibles para un niño con una discapacidad, y proporcionar los servicios individualizados que el distrito escolar proporcionará para ese niño.Viernes Diciembre 14, 2012 . Time 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. La transición Del ECI (Intervención de Infancia Temprana)
La intención de este taller es brindar a los padres y proveedores de servicios con una visión general de IDEA partes C y B, y su relación con los demás. Usted va a obtener un conocimiento general del proceso de transición de ECI a la escuela pública.Lugar: The Arc of San Antonio
6530 WurzbachSan Antonio, Texas
Si va a asistir o para más información, por favor llame o correo electrónico aLucy Ortega (210) 427-0828
lortegaprnteam@sbcglobal.comprnteam@sbcglobal.net Partners Resource Network is a Parent Training & Information Center funded by a grantfrom the U.S. Department of Education – Office of Special Education Programs.For more information, visit www.PartnersTx.org.Together Everyone Achieves More
Planning for the Future…2012-2013 Workshop Series
A series of workshops designed to help parents and caregivers of children/young adults with developmental disabilities prepare for the future
All workshops will be held at The Arc of San Antonio, Pam Stephens Center 6530 Wurzbach Road, SATX 78240Overview of Post High School Programs Saturday, October 27, 2012 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by: Pam Stephens, Rose Zombrano-Lozano and Larry Rodriguez An overview will be provided about local college opportunities, day programs and residential programs available for the student with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities preparing to exit the special education system.
UPCOMING:
Introduction To Support Agencies Saturday, November 17, 2012 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by: Panel Representation: Alamo Local Authority, Department of Assistive Rehabilitative Services, and Social SecurityJoin us for a panel discussion with three local programs that provide funding and programs for individuals with disabilities. Representatives from each program will be available to provide an overview and Q&A.Medicaid Waiver Programs Saturday, January 19, 2013 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by: Panel Representation: CLASS, HCS and MDCPParticipants will learn about the Interest “Lists” and Medicaid Waiver programs: What are they and why are they important to families of children and adults with developmental disabilities? Representatives from each Waiver will be available to provide an overview and Q&A.
Guardianship Saturday, March 9, 2013 9:00am -11:00amPresented by: Julie Balovich and Monica Guerra, Texas Rio Grande Legal Aid
A disability does not automatically mean that an individual needs a guardian. During this workshop, you will learn whether your child or other family member should have a guardian and how to obtain guardianship. You will also learn about alternatives to guardianship for higher functioning individuals. *A Session in Spanish will be offered simultaneously*
Special Needs Trust Saturday, April 13, 2013 9:00am – 11:00am
Presented by: Anna Torres, Private Attorney and Haley Greer, The Arc of TexasParticipants will learn about Special Needs trusts including how beneficiaries can maintain money or property and avoid losing essential long term benefits. The Arc of Texas Master Pooled Trust will be discussed as an option.
RSVP:
Contact Heather Long by email,
hlong@arc-sa.org or phone
(210) 490-4300 ext. 113
Child Care: The Respite Care of San Antonio offers Family Day Out at the Pam Stephens Center on Saturdays from 9:00am – 4:00pm. You MUST be registered with Respite to utilize this service.
Contact Oralia Waldron at (210) 737-1212 to reserve child care.
All workshops are held at Autism Community Network, 701 S. Zarzamora, and run from 8:30 am to 11:30 am or 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
Cost: $35/person/workshop; $60/person for two workshops on the same day
For information and to register contact Jose Saenz at jose@acn-sa.org or (210) 435-1000 ext. 5
This course is part of the ACN Professional Training Series. All workshops are held at Autism Community Network, 701 S. Zarzamora, and run from 8:30 am to 11:30 am or 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
Cost: $35/person/workshop; $60/person for two workshops on the same day
For information or to register, contact Jose Saenz at jose@acn-sa.org or (210) 435-1000, ext. 5.
This course is one of the Caregiver Workshops offered at the Autism Community Network. ACN offers a variety of workshops for caregivers of children with autism. All workshops are held at the ACN offices at 701 S. Zarzamora and run from 8:30 am to 11:30 am or 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
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.
This course is one of the Caregiver Workshops offered at the Autism Community Network. ACN offers a variety of workshops for caregivers of children with autism. All workshops are held at the ACN offices at 701 S. Zarzamora and run from 8:30 am to 11:30 am or 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm.
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.
VSA Texas presents the 2012 MIAW Art Show, an exhibition celebrating Mental Illness Awareness Week in October at High Wire Art Gallery, located at 326 West Josephine, San Antonio, TX 78212. The exhibit includes artwork by almost 20 artists with mental illness from the San Antonio area. The exhibition runs from October 12 – November 2, 2012 with an Opening Reception on Friday, October 12, 6:30-9:00 PM. For more information contact Susan Beattie at 210-341-4979 or miawartshow@yahoo.com.
Join VSA Texas in celebrating the Nationally recognized Mental Illness Awareness Week and recognize the artistic accomplishments of local artists with mental illness at this thought provoking exhibition that includes ceramics, collage, painting, drawing, photography, and mixed media.
The event benefits Pressing On, a local non-profit organization, which provides one-on-one exercise-based training and a FREE OPEN GYM, for those with Spinal Cord Injuries,MS,Stroke,Amputees and other physical disabilities. This event is set to be one of the organization’s key annual fundraising events. Your support helps provide health,wellness and independence for people with physical disabilities all year long. Please partner with us to support fitness without limits!
T.A.A.I.D
M E E T I N G
Saturday, October 20th, 2012
Asperger’s From the Inside Out
A panel presentation from the members of The San Antonio Adults with Asperger’s Syndrome Meetup
This event features the experiences of several adults with Asperger’s Syndrome who have varied experiences and opinions. They will share a bit about their lives, offer what they believe are the most important things to know about Asperger’s Syndrome, and answer questions. This is a wonderful opportunity to get the experience of the real experts about Asperger’s Syndrome…adults who actually have the diagnosis.
Location
Little Engine Homecare, Inc. (Conference room)
3201 Cherry Ridge Dr., Suite D-400
Near the Malibu Castle off (410 & IH 10 crossroad intersection)
San Antonio, Texas 78230
Time: 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
We look forward to seeing you at the meeting
RSVP to: Irma Canfield @ itcanfield@gmail.com * 210-262-6740 *
In observance of November as National Family Caregiver Month, San Antonio area family caregivers are invited to be guests at a free special Seminar and Luncheon from 9:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 3. Featuring fun, food and presentations by experts, the Third Annual Caregivers Seminar and Luncheon will be held in the Tri-Point Grantham Center, Hwy. 281 and St. Mary's St. in San Antonio.
Caregivers can visit exhibitors, learn about resources and supports available to them in our community, receive hand and chair massages, along with dining together and sharing experiences with other caregivers.
The event is sponsored by the Bexar County Family Caregiver Support Coalition. The Coalition is comprised of non-profit organizations, governmental agencies, and service providers for caregivers of seniors, children and adults with a disability, and wounded warriors.
Free Respite care is available on-site with prior reservations. The deadline is 5 p.m., Monday, October 29th to register for the Seminar/Luncheon and to request *on-site Respite services. To register, email BexarFamilyCaregiverCoalition@satx.rr.com, or, call (210) 493-2332 and leave a message with your name, contact information, and your request for on-site services. Please state the age of your loved one and her/his challenge. *(On-site Respite care is located next door to the Luncheon.)
Keynote Luncheon headliner is Dondi Scumachi, motivational speaker and author, addressing "Thriving in the Midst of Change."; followed by Lynn Edelson, of Wimberley, known for her "Laughter Yoga" presentation. Other topics include: Identity Theft, Battle Mind vs. Civilian Mind, Guardianship vs. Power of Attorney, A Pediatric Focus on Managing Challenging Behaviors, and Spirituality and the Caregiver Role. An afternoon panel will address Community Resources available to Caregivers (with representatives from various local, county, city, and regional agencies and organizations), with the closing topic covering Respite Care.