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SUMMARY:Legacy: The Importance of Developing Self-Advocacy Skills
DESCRIPTION:Join Kara Fortson as she shares her childhood experiences and details her ongoing fight for access to education\, employment\, and healthcare as an adult with cerebral palsy. She discusses how her self-advocacy skills have grown over time and how learning about the history of key figures in the disability rights movement gave her the strength to advocate for herself and others.   \nThis presentation will: \n\n Explore key milestones in Disability Rights History\n Discuss the importance of Self Advocacy from an adult with a disability’s perspective\n Provide guidance on where to start when your child’s advocacy skills.\n\nRegister here get your free webinar link!
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/legacy-the-importance-of-developing-self-advocacy-skills/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
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SUMMARY:Your Next Chapter: Preparing for Life After High School as An Autistic Individual
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is designed for autistic individuals preparing for life after high school. We’ll explore what comes next\, including options for work\, education\, and independent living. Participants will learn practical strategies for building skills\, understanding supports\, and making informed choices about their future. The focus is on helping each individualidentify their strengths\, preferences\, and goals as they move into adulthood.  \nRegister here get your free webinar link!
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/your-next-chapter-preparing-for-life-after-high-school/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
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SUMMARY:Panel Discussion: Navigating Next Steps After High School
DESCRIPTION:This webinar features a panel of autistic young adults sharing their real-life experiences transitioning from high school to adulthood. Panelists will discuss topics such as employment\, education\, independence\, and self-advocacy\, offering honest insight into what has helped\, what has been challenging\, and what they wish they had known. This session is designed to center autistic voices and provide practical perspectives for those preparing for their own next steps.  \nRegister here get your free webinar link!
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/panel-next-steps-after-high-school/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T174711Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Connections
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connections is a monthly resource sharing group that offers a supportive space to connect\, share\, and find community with others who understand your journey. Together\, we’ll explore strategies\, offer support\, and empower advocacy.\n\n\nCaregiver Connections meets monthly on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at the Thompson Center (701 Veterans United Dr\, Columbia\, Missouri). Please use the link below to find upcoming dates and register:\nREGISTER HERE\n\n \n\n\nTo help everyone get the most out of this group\, we kindly ask that only adults attend. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/caregiver-connections/
LOCATION:Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment\, 701 Veterans United Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260430T183000
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SUMMARY:Pathway to Success: A Transition Event
DESCRIPTION:Families and students of all ages who are impacted by a disability are invited to this FREE event! Participants will have the opportunity to engage with experts and learn about the various agencies that provide support during the transition process for current students and young adults.  \nPlease click here to register! \nThis event will be held at Hickman High School in Columbia\, Missouri from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This is a come-and-go event\, so please feel free to stay as long or as little as you’d like. \nAgencies include\, but are not limited to: \n\nAvant Supported Living\nBoone County Family Resources\nColumbia Public Schools\nIMPACT\nJob Point\nMERS Goodwill\nMIPSA (Midwest Inclusive Post Secondary Alliance)\nMissouri Job Center\nMizzou Disability Center\nPAWS (Preparing Adults for Work and Society)\nPre-Ets\nWoodhaven\nWeBUILT-Fulton\, MO
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/transition-resource-event/
LOCATION:Columbia Hickman High School\, 1104 N Providence Rd\, Columbia\, MO\, 65203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Training
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SUMMARY:Next Steps Workshop - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This is a free workshop for caregivers of children recently diagnosed with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. \nIn this group\, you will learn about: \n\nWhat autism is and common co-occurring conditions\nRecognizing your child’s strengths\nBehavior tips & tricks\nNavigating schools and knowing your rights\nConnecting with support services.\n\nThis group is held on the first Wednesday of every month. Register below and select the date and time that works best for your family. After registering\, you will receive a calendar invitation. \nREGISTER HERE \nOpen to all families. Your child does not need to have received their diagnosis from the Thompson Center to attend this workshop.
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/next-steps-workshop-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Connections
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connections is a monthly resource sharing group that offers a supportive space to connect\, share\, and find community with others who understand your journey. Together\, we’ll explore strategies\, offer support\, and empower advocacy.\n\n\nCaregiver Connections meets monthly on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at the Thompson Center (701 Veterans United Dr\, Columbia\, Missouri). Please use the link below to find upcoming dates and register:\nREGISTER HERE\n\n \n\n\nTo help everyone get the most out of this group\, we kindly ask that only adults attend. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/caregiver-connections-2/
LOCATION:Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment\, 701 Veterans United Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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UID:12128-1780486200-1780491600@thompsoncenter.missouri.edu
SUMMARY:Next Steps Workshop - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This is a free workshop for caregivers of children recently diagnosed with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. \nIn this group\, you will learn about: \n\nWhat autism is and common co-occurring conditions\nRecognizing your child’s strengths\nBehavior tips & tricks\nNavigating schools and knowing your rights\nConnecting with support services.\n\nThis group is held on the first Wednesday of every month. Register below and select the date and time that works best for your family. After registering\, you will receive a calendar invitation. \nREGISTER HERE \nOpen to all families. Your child does not need to have received their diagnosis from the Thompson Center to attend this workshop.
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/next-steps-workshop-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T174742Z
UID:12879-1782149400-1782154800@thompsoncenter.missouri.edu
SUMMARY:Caregiver Connections
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connections is a monthly resource sharing group that offers a supportive space to connect\, share\, and find community with others who understand your journey. Together\, we’ll explore strategies\, offer support\, and empower advocacy.\n\n\nCaregiver Connections meets monthly on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at the Thompson Center (701 Veterans United Dr\, Columbia\, Missouri). Please use the link below to find upcoming dates and register:\nREGISTER HERE\n\n \n\n\nTo help everyone get the most out of this group\, we kindly ask that only adults attend. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/caregiver-connections-3/
LOCATION:Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment\, 701 Veterans United Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260701T113000
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CREATED:20250513T174000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T172532Z
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SUMMARY:Next Steps Workshop - In Person
DESCRIPTION:A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This is a free workshop for caregivers of children recently diagnosed with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. \nIn this group\, you will learn about: \n\nWhat autism is and common co-occurring conditions\nRecognizing your child’s strengths\nBehavior tips & tricks\nNavigating schools and knowing your rights\nConnecting with support services.\n\nThis group is held on the first Wednesday of every month. Register below and select the date and time that works best for your family. After registering\, you will receive a calendar invitation. Pizza provided. \nREGISTER HERE \nOpen to all families. Your child does not need to have received their diagnosis from the Thompson Center to attend this workshop.
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/next-steps-workshop-13/
LOCATION:Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment\, 701 Veterans United Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T174753Z
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Connections
DESCRIPTION:Caregiver Connections is a monthly resource sharing group that offers a supportive space to connect\, share\, and find community with others who understand your journey. Together\, we’ll explore strategies\, offer support\, and empower advocacy.\n\n\nCaregiver Connections meets monthly on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. at the Thompson Center (701 Veterans United Dr\, Columbia\, Missouri). Please use the link below to find upcoming dates and register:\nREGISTER HERE\n\n \n\n\nTo help everyone get the most out of this group\, we kindly ask that only adults attend. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/caregiver-connections-4/
LOCATION:Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment\, 701 Veterans United Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260411T063051
CREATED:20260409T214330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T172549Z
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SUMMARY:Next Steps Workshop - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This is a free workshop for caregivers of children recently diagnosed with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. \nIn this group\, you will learn about: \n\nWhat autism is and common co-occurring conditions\nRecognizing your child’s strengths\nBehavior tips & tricks\nNavigating schools and knowing your rights\nConnecting with support services.\n\nThis group is held on the first Wednesday of every month. Register below and select the date and time that works best for your family. After registering\, you will receive a calendar invitation. \nREGISTER HERE \nOpen to all families. Your child does not need to have received their diagnosis from the Thompson Center to attend this workshop.
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/next-steps-workshop-virtual/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260902T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T063051
CREATED:20260409T214636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T172315Z
UID:12864-1788348600-1788354000@thompsoncenter.missouri.edu
SUMMARY:Next Steps Workshop - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This is a free workshop for caregivers of children recently diagnosed with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. \nIn this group\, you will learn about: \n\nWhat autism is and common co-occurring conditions\nRecognizing your child’s strengths\nBehavior tips & tricks\nNavigating schools and knowing your rights\nConnecting with support services.\n\nThis group is held on the first Wednesday of every month. Register below and select the date and time that works best for your family. After registering\, you will receive a calendar invitation. \nREGISTER HERE \nOpen to all families. Your child does not need to have received their diagnosis from the Thompson Center to attend this workshop.
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/next-steps-workshop-virtual-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T063051
CREATED:20260409T214723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T172600Z
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SUMMARY:Next Steps Workshop - In Person
DESCRIPTION:A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This is a free workshop for caregivers of children recently diagnosed with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. \nIn this group\, you will learn about: \n\nWhat autism is and common co-occurring conditions\nRecognizing your child’s strengths\nBehavior tips & tricks\nNavigating schools and knowing your rights\nConnecting with support services.\n\nRegister below and select the date and time that works best for your family. After registering\, you will receive a calendar invitation. Pizza provided. \nREGISTER HERE \nOpen to all families. Your child does not need to have received their diagnosis from the Thompson Center to attend this workshop.
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/next-steps-workshop-in-person/
LOCATION:Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment\, 701 Veterans United Drive\, Columbia\, MO\, 65201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260411T063051
CREATED:20260409T214821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T172613Z
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SUMMARY:Next Steps Workshop - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:A new diagnosis of autism can be overwhelming and we are here to help. This is a free workshop for caregivers of children recently diagnosed with autism or other neurodevelopmental disorders. \nIn this group\, you will learn about: \n\nWhat autism is and common co-occurring conditions\nRecognizing your child’s strengths\nBehavior tips & tricks\nNavigating schools and knowing your rights\nConnecting with support services.\n\nThis group is held on the first Wednesday of every month. Register below and select the date and time that works best for your family. After registering\, you will receive a calendar invitation. \nREGISTER HERE \nOpen to all families. Your child does not need to have received their diagnosis from the Thompson Center to attend this workshop.
URL:https://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu/event/next-steps-workshop-virtual-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Training
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