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Presley's Place

A world-class sensory space at the Pittsburgh International Airport

Concourse A, next to Gate A9

Late Diagnosis of Autism Virtual Support Group Meeting

Wednesday, February 14th at 6:30pm

Virtual support group meeting for adults diagnosed on the autism spectrum later in life.

This meeting is open to people who believe they are autistic, and don’t know where to turn

for help.

What: a series of virtual workshops on college readiness 

For Whom: students heading to or in the first year of college with readiness barriers – especially students with Autism, ADHD and/or Anxiety 

When: Monday nights from 7- 8:30 pm 

Dates: March 8- May 21st. No class April 1 (Easter Monday) or April 22 (Passover)

Contact: LeeAnn Wagner Cica at lawcica@striveacc.com or 412-901-0851 with questions

Cost: $260.00 (discounts available based on financial need )

Open Up will be hosting a FREE Inclusive Spring Break Camp from March 25th-29th for school-aged students at their Lawrenceville studio. Campers will practice yoga and mindfulness, make crafts, and play some interactive games.

Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Beauty and the Beast –

Sunday | February 25, 2024 | 4:30 p.m.

Benedum Center

PBT's sensory-friendly performances are relaxed and open to all. It is a judgment-free zone where theater staff and patrons accept (and expect) extra sound or movement in the audience and where they celebrate the many ways audience members can experience a live stage performance. 

Accommodations include lower sound levels, elimination of some special effects and house lighting at about 20%. Quiet areas and activities are in the lobby before and during the show, and additional staff on hand to help create a safe and welcoming theater experience.

Tuesday 2/13

11-12 Dance Exercise

1-2:30 Games/Crafts

Wednesday 2/14

1-2:30 Virtual Art with Angela

Thursday 2/15

11-12:30 BINGO ($5)

1-2 Chair Yoga

UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR AUTISM RESEARCH

EDI-fNIRS- functional Near-Infrared Spectroscopy

The Center of Excellence for Autism Research at the University of Pittsburgh is conducting a research study to measure emotion regulation. We are enrolling parents or guardians and children ages 4-8 with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

Parents will complete a small battery of assessments and children will take part in computer games where they wear a cap on their head to measure brain activity. The appointment takes approximately 2-3 hours. We offer payment for participating.

If you would like more information, please email to autismrecruiter@upmc.edu 

or phone toll free 1-866-647-3436. http://www.REAACT.pitt.edu