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“Inclusion and feeling part of society really does impact on health status. It’s very important to include adults with autism in all sections of society.”  ~ Lisa Croen

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Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council - IIACC
Looking for ways to address and help bring an end to bullying? With October being #BullyingPreventionMonth, there's no better time than the present to join the movement. Don't miss Ed Leaders Network's free live webinar on Nov 9 from 4-5pm EST where participants will receive strategies to effectively address bullying.Learn more and register here ->us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3XsU3TjYQReIpBpwK58qgQ ... See MoreSee Less

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Addressing Bullying in Schools. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

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In this webinar, participants will receive strategies to effectively address bullying with a focus on the four roles typically associated with bullying: the bully, the bullied, the bystander and the u...
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Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council - IIACC

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Are you in the Fort Wayne or surrounding area looking for #SensoryFriendly opportunities this Halloween? One week from today, YOU are invited to attend the Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat happening at Three Rivers Wesleyan Church in Fort Wayne, IN.For more details on all the local upcoming Halloween and Harvest Events in your area, visit the Autism Society of Indiana Facebook page.Download a free #SensoryExperience poster here: handsinautism.iupui.edu/wp-content/uploads/Sensory-Experiences-Poster_ENGLISH_FINAL-May-2021.pdf?... For more upcoming events and activities for the individuals in your life with #ASD or related disabilities, visit our growing database of opportunities at indiananetwork.org/get-connected/events/ Possibilities Northeast Pediatric Therapy & Autism Services Autism Society of Indiana Three Rivers Wesleyan Church #sensoryneeds #trunkortreat #autism ... See MoreSee Less

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Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council - IIACC

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Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council - IIACC
"Disability Mentoring Day (DMD) is a large-scale national effort coordinated by American Association of People with Disabilities to promote career development for students and job-seekers with disabilities through career exploration and ongoing mentoring relationships. While DMD has been and continues to be officially launched the third Wednesday of each October during National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM), the foundation of the program has expanded from a one-day event to a year-round initiative across the country."Find resources, events, and ways to get involved in this nationwide initiative here: www.aapd.com/disability-mentoring-day/ #DisabilityMentoringDay #disabilities #advocacy #mentorship #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth ... See MoreSee Less

Disability Mentoring Day - AAPD

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Disability Mentoring Day is a large-scale national effort to promote career development for students and job-seekers with disabilities.
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Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council - IIACC

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Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council - IIACC
Adults on the Autism Spectrum are often lost and unsure of where to go to get answers. TONIGHT at 6:30pm, join the presentation from the Autism Society of Indiana focusing on the challenges of autism as an adult and where to find services in Indiana. indiananetwork.org/events/allen-county-public-library-adults-on-the-spectrum/ ... See MoreSee Less

Allen County Public Library Adults on the Spectrum

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Adults on the Autism Spectrum are often lost and unsure of where to go to get answers. In this presentation, the Autism Society of Indiana focuses on the challenges of autism as an adult and where ...
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"Many individuals on the autism spectrum have the capabilities businesses need, and with an under- or unemployment rate nearing 80%, they can become a key part of the solution. Microsoft, JPMorgan Chase & Co., EY and SAP are just four of many great companies that have started inclusive hiring efforts in the neurodiversity space."Created by the ACCESS-IT Research Group at the Information School after studying the Autism @ Work programs of four leading employers (Microsoft, SAP, JPMorgan Chase and EY), the Autism @ Work Playbook's purpose is to "find talent and create meaningful employment opportunities for people with autism"Download Disability:IN 's free playbook at disabilityin.org/resource/autism-work-playbook/ #DisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth #October2021 #Hiring #AutismSpectrumDisorder #Transition #autism #employmentopportunities #HireASD ... See MoreSee Less

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Don't miss the Autism 201: Family Supports Waiver Workshop on October 23 from 11am-12pm ET!"Presented by the Autism Society of Indiana, this program explains the Family Supports Waiver, which provides supports to individuals with developmental disabilities. Parents and caregivers will learn how to navigate the application process from start to finish, as well as learn what's covered. You will be emailed the Zoom link to this program upon registration."Learn more and register at mcpl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=73773&df=list&ds=2021-10-23&de=2021-10-23&backTo=Li... ... See MoreSee Less

Autism 201: Family Supports Waiver Workshop

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October is #BullyingPreventionMonth and we need your help to bring awareness to such a heavy topic, especially amongst those with #ASD and related disabilities. Explore and share these resources around the impact of bullying and the topic of prevention: indiananetwork.org/bullying-prevention-across-lifespan/ ... See MoreSee Less

Bullying Prevention Across Lifespan

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For topics on cyberbullying, check out our Online Safety Page Individuals with disabilities are more likely to be bullied than their peers regardless of whether it is within a school or workplace s...
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Whether you're an individual with ASD, care provider, teacher, or medical professional, the CDC has compiled free resources and downloads with YOU in mind, titled 'COVID-19 Materials for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Care Providers'. Choose from videos, posters, social stories, and interactive activities to best meet your communication needs.Available in Spanish and English, explore and download the wide range of resources at www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/humandevelopment/COVID-19-Materials-for-People-with-IDD.html For more resources on COVID-19: indiananetwork.org/coronavirus/ ... See MoreSee Less

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With October being #learningdisabilities Awareness Month, we want to highlight some opportunities and tools that bring hope and productivity to those struggling with learning and awareness challenges throughout the month!First off, we know recognition is key. The NCLD just launched a new interactive tool, The LD Checklist: Recognize and Respond, for parents, educators, and other care providers to help determine if a child may be at risk for, or shows signs of, having learning disabilities (LDs). Explore and share the LD Checklist so that all children have the ability to reach their fullest potential: ncld.org/LDchecklist #LDAwareness #Check4LD ... See MoreSee Less

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Most preschoolers and school-age children struggle with learning and behavior now and then. But what if the difficulty persists? Sometimes, that signals a learning disability (LD). Use this interactiv...
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Indiana Interagency Autism Coordinating Council - IIACC
About Special Kids (ASK) and Family Voices Indiana (FVI) are joining together to create a new organization to better serve families of children and youth with special healthcare needs and the professionals who serve these children in Indiana. Your input is important as ASK and Family Voices work to create their new organization. Please complete a short survey to share your thoughts about ASK and FVI.Complete the Survey: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd3Wg0Ftb8JFdiDh_WJCBx9xdaL94YeYActoN4wR6bUz0tq9w/viewform ... See MoreSee Less

Family Voices Indiana + ASK

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Thank you for agreeing to participate in this short survey. Family Voices Indiana and About Special Kids are joining together to strengthen the services they provide to families, increase operational ...
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Events

  • Autism 101: Evansville Vandenburgh Library (virtual), 10/25/2021,
  • Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat, 10/28/2021, Fort Wayne
  • Connections Group for Caregivers of Neurodiverse Children (in person), 11/09/2021, Westfield

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The Indiana INformation Network is a collaborative system of resources for individuals, families, and communities affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

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