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Important Note: Prior to attending any events please be mindful of any COVID-19 restrictions. Please review the state mask covering executive order. There are exemptions within the order that include children under 2 years of age should not wear a face coring due to risk of suffocation; and any person with a medical condition, mental health condition or disability which prevents wearing a face covering. Since COVID-19 is still among us there is a possibility that the events listed and places to go could be canceled, rescheduled, or closed. Please confirm event status and below listed details before going from contact info provided below in case-specific event details have changed since posting. Note: Don’t forget to apply for the Access Pass! The Access Pass Program allows for families that meet the specific requirements listed below to visit the Children’s Museum and all participating locations for $2 per family member per visit, for up to two adults and all dependent youths living in the household. Qualifications include the following: - Hoosier Healthwise Insurance (Indiana’s health care program for low-income families, pregnant women, and children) SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program - TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) Apply Here: https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/hours/ access-pass A MERRY PRAIRIE HOLIDAY Nov. 27-29, Dec. 4-6, 11-13, 18-20, 22, 23 5:30pm-9:30pm, Fri.-Sun. Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd. Fishers, IN 46038 https://www.connerprairie.org/event/merry-prairieholiday/2020-12-04/ Advanced tickets are required. No purchase at the gate. - Welcome center fully accessible to handicapped guests. - Free wheelchairs first-come, first-served basis - wheelchair assistants - interpreters for the deaf receive half-price general admission - stone paths may be difficult for wheelchair travel - buildings that are not wheelchair accessible, staff will bring experience to you - handicapped parking available close to welcome center - online quiet spot guest maps - quiet spots include weighted blankets, soft sensory toys - online sensory-friendly tip sheet
22 Special Needs Living • December 2020
RESOLVING DISAGREEMENTS BETWEEN PARENTS AND SCHOOLS: DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN SPECIAL EDUCATION Save the Date! Dec. 1 http://insource.org/training/webinars/save-the-date/ The presentation will review formal and informal options that may help parents and schools resolve disagreements. SANTA’S WORKSHOP Sat., Dec.5, 9:30am-10:30am, 11:30am-12:30pm Sun., Dec.6, 9:30am-10:30am, 11:30am-12:30pm Sat., Dec.12, 9:30am-10:30am, 11:30am-12:30pm Children’s Museum Indianapolis 3000 North Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46208 https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/ calendar/view/856/2020-12-05
- Provides a sensory map that identifies areas that are sensory-heavy, as well as those that may be less stimulating. - Social Narratives that show photos of some of the areas that may be appealing and areas that might be over-stimulation. - Visual checklist packet that includes instructions, picture cards, and a template to make a schedule for the day. - Barrier-free access - complimentary ticket for therapist/caregiver - emergency red phones/first aid - Deaf and hard of hearing services - mobility services - sensory map available AUTISM PARENTS’ SUPPORT GROUP OF INDIANA (Facebook) FREE Virtual Weekly Meetings (Google Meet) Saturdays 11am-12pm (last Saturday of the month – Fun & Games 11am-12pm) https://www.facebook.com/groups/autismparentssupportgroup ofindiana/ BREAKFAST WITH SANTA Dec. 5 8:30 am-11:30 am Conner Prairie 13400 Allisonville Rd. Fishers, IN 46038 https://www.connerprairie.org/event/breakfast-withsanta-2/2020-12-05/
