Autism Pensacola

Christmas fun with Santa
2017-12-02 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
Please join us for a Christmas Celebration!
Our holiday party and pictures with Santa on Saturday, December 2nd, is an opportunity to celebrate with Autism-sensitive friends in a calm & quiet environment. Santa will also be available for pictures in a quieter atmosphere. The event is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The event will feature light refreshments, arts and crafts, and a quiet room for those who need a break from the party atmosphere.
API is partnering with the FSU Center for Autism & Related Disabilities (CARD) and Empowerment Parent Resource Center (EPRC). The event is hosted by EPRC at their location: 6205 North W Street, Penascola, FL (Building A, Door 3).
Registration is highly encouraged.
https://autismpensacola.wufoo.com/forms/christmas-celebration-2017/

ABCs of ABA
2017-12-02 | Sacred Heart Medical Park – Pace, 3754 Hwy 90, Pace, FL, 32571, United States
The Autism Center at The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart is hosting a free class that is designed to help parents of children with autism learn more about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and how this therapy can benefit your child and what to look for when choosing an ABA-based autism center for your child’s care. Their instructors will provide tips for parenting an autistic child, such as how to handle tantrums and manage mealtime meltdowns. This class is open to all families facing autism in the community, no matter where you are receiving treatment.
This class is free to attend. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. One registration is needed per person.
Dates: December 2
Time: 9 a.m. to noon
Location: Sacred Heart Medical Park at Pace – 3754 Hwy 90, Pace, FL 32571
For more information, please call the Autism Center at 850-416-4681 or visit their website.

Service Dog 101 with CARD
2017-11-16 18:30 - 20:30
Join FSU-CARD consultant Rita Lung as she discusses the basics of what service dog training entails, how to obtain a service dog, and what to look out for when working with service dog trainers and/or organizations.
Date and Time: Nov. 16th from 6:30 to 7:30 pm
Location: Arc Gateway, Pollak Training Center, 1000 E Fairfield Dr., Pensacola
Register: https://fsucardpensacola.wufoo.com/forms/fsu-card-event-registration/
Contact: Rita H. Lung, M.Ed— 850.619.4310

What to Do While You Wait
2017-11-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Sacred Heart Hospital, 5151 N. Ninth Ave. Sacred Heart Hospital - Medical Office Building Classroom, Pensacola, FL, 32504, United States
If your child has recently been diagnosed with autism – or if you are currently awaiting an evaluation – the future may seem overwhelming! The staff at the Autism Center of The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Sacred Heart wants to help guide you along your journey. This free class will help connect you with community resources and provide tips for addressing your child’s behaviors. This class is open to all families facing autism in the community, no matter where you are receiving treatment.
This class is free to attend. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. One registration is needed per person. Register online.
Dates: November 14
Time: 6 p.m.
Location: Greenhut Auditorium at Sacred Heart Hospital.
For more information about this class, please call the Autism Center at 850-416-4681 or visit their website.

Celebrate Steps at annual membership meeting
2017-11-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Arc Gateway
Join Autism Pensacola as we celebrate another successful Steps for Autism. Community friends and all Steps teams and sponsors are invited to our annual membership meeting. We will also announce Board election results and have an informational presentation on Autism and Holiday Travel Safety Tips.
Date: 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 9
Location: Arc Gateway Pollak Training Center, corner of Fairfield Drive and 10th Avenue
Childcare available: Must Register

To kick off the night, we will announce fundraising totals for Steps and award prizes to our top teams! President and CEO Susan Byram will then present the annual report for the organization and announce the Board of Directors election results.
We will also introduce Sacred Heart Hospital’s new developmental pediatrician, Dr. Regina Gargus, MD, MS, CPE, FAAP. Dr. Gargus has been in practice for more than 20 years, most recently in Chattanooga, Tenn., affiliated with University of Tennessee Medical Center. She received her medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine.
To finish the night, Rita Lung, M.Ed., local consultant with FSU’s Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) will facilitate a discussion on Holiday Travel Safety Tips. Ms. Lung will share information on how to prepare your loved one for traveling during the holidays, or any time! Parents and caregivers will also be able to take home visual supports to help alleviate challenges associated with holiday travel
Questions? Call the office at (850) 434-7171 or email jessica@autismpensacola.org.

Childcare Reservation

Personal Safety - an Interactive Class for Young Women
2017-11-06 18:00 - 20:00
Many individuals with autism spectrum disorder are at-risk when it comes to safety. On Monday, Nov. 6th, from 6 to 8 p.m., Sgt. Jimmy Donohoe, Pensacola Police Department, will offer a training on safety and self-defense techniques for young women (ages 16 – 21). Attendees are encouraged to come prepared with questions about personal safety and self-defense.
Space is limited, so RSVP to CARD consultant Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie at christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu.
Date: Nov. 6, 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: CARD office, 5154 Bayou Blvd. (inside the Sacred Heart Autism Center)
RSVP: Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie at christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu

Pensacola Museum of Art Spooktacular for Autism
2017-10-28 14:30 - 19:00 | Pensacola Museum of Art
The Pensacola Museum of Art is ghoulishly dressed to feature interactive Halloween themed games including an eyeball relay race, the tarantula toss, Frankenstein’s nose surprise and more! Come dressed in costume and bring a bag. Enjoy games, art, and light refreshments. Be sure to stop by our Creative Laboratory to paint your own Halloween themed rock, plaster cast skull, and pastel pumpkin. Each station will have prizes and candy.
Date: Saturday, Oct. 28
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. , with a special low-sensory time from 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Location: PMA, 407 South Jefferson Street, Pensacola, FL 32502
All ages welcome! Event included in price of admission to the museum.
This event helps support the PMA’s Art Academy for Autism, which is sponsored in part by Autism Pensacola, Inc.

http://www.pensacolamuseum.org/visit.html

Trunk or Treat with API
2017-10-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Arc Gateway
Open to All Families—All Ages Welcome! Fenced-In Area!
When? Saturday, October 28, 1 to 3 p.m.
Where? Arc Gateway complex
Interested in helping? office@autismpensacola.org; (850) 434-7171
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Sea No Limits Fishing Clinic
2017-10-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Community Maritime Park, 301 W Main St., Pensacola, FL, 32502
The Gulf Breeze Masonic Lodge is proud to offer a FREE fishing clinic for the special needs citizens in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. All participants will receive a rod and reel to keep, an event T-Shirt and lunch for the entire family. Volunteers will be available to help during all phases of the clinic. Family members are welcome to bring their own fishing tackle to participate. Please wear comfortable clothing and bring sunscreen.
Date: Oct. 28, 8 a.m. to noon
Location: Community Maritime Park, downtown Pensacola
Registration recommended

VolumeOne Salon hosts sensory friendly event
2017-10-23 17:00
Just because your child has sensory needs it does NOT mean they have to put up with a second-best haircut. Volume ONE Salon is partnering with Autism Pensacola & FSU-CARD to host a sensory-friendly haircut experience on October 23rd.
This is a private event for all ages. Appointments are limited, so be sure to call and reserve your spot. Call (850) 434-5409. Haircuts are $25.
Get your child’s hair styled by the “Best of the Coast”!

Monthly Respite with PURE Friendship Ministries
2017-10-21 10:00 - 14:00 | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
PURE Friendship Ministries with Destry LeBrun present its monthly respite opportunity on Sat, Oct. 21, 10am – 2pm
Location: Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W Street, Pensacola, FL 32505
Reservations required – Please call Destry LeBrun to reserve your spot for respite 850-375-4790.

College Student Meet-Up
2017-10-20 18:00 - 20:30
Calling all college students! Let’s get together Friday, Oct. 20, at 6 p.m. We’ll be hosted at the new CARD office, 5154 Bayou Blvd (the old Ronald McDonald House, behind Sacred Heart).
Please bring $5 to cover the cost of pizza for dinner. We promise, there WILL be pizza – we’ll pick it up ahead of time to be sure! It’s important to let us know if you’re coming, so we can make sure we have enough! RSVP by email to Dr. Christine Ogilvie at christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu or call (850) 324-6245.

GAP monthly meeting
2017-10-20 - 2017-11-17 | Autism Pensacola, 10001 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL, 32514, United States
Grandparents of Autism Pensacola monthly meeting – We want to build quality communities in the Pensacola Bay Area for individuals and families affected by autism. We invite you to join us in building a community of people and connections. This group meets the third Friday of most months.
Date: Sept. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 17
Time: 10 a.m.
LocationAPI office, 3916 N. 10th Avenue.

Wrightslaw Book Sale
2017-02-08 - 2017-04-30
Know your child’s educational rights.
As an advocate and integral part of your child’s educational team, knowing your rights and responsibilities is paramount. Understanding your child’s rights will help you become a better partner with your school.
Autism Pensacola is having a sale on Wrightslaw books that will help you accomplish this. Wrightslaw is a nationally recognized resource that puts Special Education law into layman’s terms. Purchase here.
The four books available are:
– All About Tests & Assessments ($5): Written to demystify the assessment process and make it less intimidating.
– All About IEPs ($5): Comprehensive book with clear, concise answers to frequently asked questions about IEPs.
– From Emotions to Advocacy ($10): This is a survival guide help coach with basic advocacy skills, supplies you need to get started, how to develop a master plan for your child’s education.
– Special Education Law, 2nd Edition ($10): Full text of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 and IDEA 2004. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. No Child Left Behind Act. Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. McKinney-Vento Homeless Act. Decisions in special education cases from the U.S. Supreme Court.
Bundle all four for $25. Purchase books here.
For more about Wrightslaw visit: www.wrightslaw.com.
