Trainings and Events

Scroll down for information about Parent Mentor offered trainings and professional and disability related events.

December

GaPMP Affinity Group sessions

Wednesday Dec. 11, 2024 10:00 am

Self Determination Affinity Group meets 10:00 am https://meet.google.com/yjs-uzbb-zuy
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 401-379-3810‬ PIN: ‪537 927 707‬#

Friday Dec. 13, 2024 1:00 – 2:00 pm

Literacy Affinity Group meets

Affinity group check in
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/chd-jwxg-qev
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 240-532-3932‬ PIN: ‪181 702 764‬#

2024/25 Series

January 2025

January 8, 2025 6 pm

Emory Autism Parent Training Series

Title: Understanding Your Child’s Sensory Profile and Supporting Their
Individualized Needs: A training for parents and caregivers of autistic
children

Date: January 8, 2025 (6:00-7:00)
Duration: 1 hour
Description: In this training, Emory Autism Center staff will present on
sensory processing differences of autistic children. Participants will be
given practical strategies to meet sensory needs across each sensory
profile and will increase their understanding on how to integrate these
strategies into daily routines.

Webinar Link: Supporting Your Child’s Sensory Needs.

February

February 18, 2025 6 pm

Emory Autism Parent Training Series

Title: Introduction to Assistive Technology: A training for parents and
caregivers of autistic children
Date: February 18, 2025 (6:00-7:00)
Duration: 1 hour
Description: In this training, participants will learn about the various forms
of Assistive Technology and how to implement various AT systems to
support autistic children.

Webinar Link: Introduction to Assistive Technology.

March

March 26, 2025 12 pm

Emory Autism Parent Training Series

Title: Supporting Your Child’s Social Communication Development Through
Community Engagement: A training for parents and caregivers of autistic
children
Date: March 25, 2025 (12:00-1:00)
Duration: 1 hour
Description: During a trip to the grocery store or at a playdate, parents can
support their autistic child’s social communication skill development when
equipped with the knowledge and understanding of effective practices.
Participants in this training will learn tips, tricks, and strategies for
supporting their child’s social communication development during outings
within the community.

Webinar Link: Community Engagement to Support Social Communication.