Join us for a night of trivia questions! Each month has a different theme. The event will begin at 6:30pm over Zoom. Individuals and families are welcome! Please sign up below to get the zoom link for the meeting. The zoom link will be sent out 24 hours in advance!
School nurses play a vital role in helping Autistic students feel safe, understood, and supported through the school day. From routine office visits to managing chronic health conditions, medications, injuries, or unexpected medical situations, healthcare interactions can be especially overwhelming for Autistic students, particularly those who are non-speaking or have sensory sensitivities. This practical, virtual […]
This virtual group is a monthly opportunity for dads, grandfathers, and other male caregivers of Autistic children to network, share experiences, and learn from one another. The group will typically meet on the third Sunday of the month from 7:00 – 8:00 pm. The zoom link for the meeting will be sent out separately 24 […]
This online support group is for adults with Autism (ages 18 and over). It’s an opportunity to meet other Autistic adults in a casual & welcoming environment to share experiences, resources, challenges, triumphs, and to lessen feelings of isolation. The group is peer-led. This group will typically meet on the fourth Tuesday of the month […]
One in five young adults with Autism will interact with a police officer before the age of 21, either in school or out in the community. Unfortunately, these interactions can lead to negative outcomes due to a mismatch between common de-escalation techniques and Autistic neurology. Safety on the Spectrum™ aims to bridge this gap by […]
Join us for our 2nd annual caregiver retreat on Friday, September 25th, held at Daycholah Center on beautiful Green Lake! The caregiver retreat is a one-day getaway for caregivers of any kind: parents, grandparents, respite providers, support persons, and other family members who serve in a caregiving role. The day involves a combination of guided […]
Join us for this free educational webinar with Danielle Tolzmann from Family Voices of Wisconsin on Monday, September 28th, at 6:30 PM. This webinar gives a broad overview of the transition to adult life for youth with disabilities and special health care needs for families with children ages 14 - 21, and the educators and providers […]
Join us for a virtual workshop, held in partnership with the Autism Society of Minnesota! Registration will open on Monday, August 10th. A link to join the workshop will be sent to all registrants the day before the workshop is held. Questions about the workshop? Reach out to Brittany Maren at brittanym@autismsocietywi.org We have more […]
Join us on Tuesday, October 13th at 7pm for an educational webinar presented in partnership with Bark Technologies. We'll be joined by Adam Brooks, who will provide us with helpful insight into supporting children with Autism in online and digital spaces. About the webinar: Technology is an increasingly important part of how Autistic children learn, […]
Join us for this free educational workshop on Tuesday, October 20th, at 6:30 PM with Melanie Kretschmer from Family Voices of Wisconsin. This session guides you through the landscape of programs when your child has a disability or special health care needs. Learn about Medicaid, Katie Beckett, Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS), private insurance, taking care […]
Join us for this free educational webinar with Melanie Kretschmer from Family Voices of Wisconsin on Tuesday, November 10th, at 6:30 PM. For children with disabilities, practicing choice-making is especially important because it can lead to a more self-determined life as an adult. This means an adult with connections to their community, a sense of […]
Join us for a free educational webinar presented by ASW’s own Megan Hufton and Brittany Maren. As families prepare to gather for the holidays, this is the perfect opportunity to learn more about Autism to help you better understand your loved ones! We’ll discuss what Autism is and how it impacts the ways in which […]
