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Sensory-Friendly Space at Pittsburgh International Airport

3 Years Later, Presley’s Place Continues

to Change Lives

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Back to School Supply Drive for Hello Neighbor

Join Voluntots Julu 30 10 a m in Schenley plaza to fill backpacks with new school supplies

VolunTots and VolunTykes are hosting a backpack/school supply drive for children who are newly resettled immigrants and refugees via Hello Neighbor.

They will be collecting donations at our in-person event on July 30, 2022 at the Hello Neighbor Headquarters.

If you would like to donate but can't attend, please contact Cami T. at cami@voluntotspgh.com.

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Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh Sensory Friendly Afternoons

Three year old child painting with bright colors in an art studio with two adults painting alongside

Sensory Friendly afternoons take place on the second Tuesday of every month from 1-5pm

Children and families with autism spectrum disorders and sensory sensitivities can enjoy a fun, friendly experience in a comfortable and accepting environment.

Lights and sounds in spaces throughout the museum are adjusted

Designated Quiet Areas offer spaces to take a break

Sensory Kits with noise-canceling headphones, sunglasses, an assortment of fidgets, and other items are available.

Regular admission rates apply.

Please contact accessibility@pittsburghkids.org for more information.

Visit the Children's Museum Website for More Information

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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

PENN STATE UNIVERSITY AUTISM SOCIAL SKILLS INTERVENTION

PSU Lab of Developmental Neuroscience

Participate in a computer game intervention designed to alleviate social symptoms and foster more independence in autistic adolescents (10-18 years). Families come to Penn State Univ. 3 times over 6 months to play computer games, answer survey questions, and have eye movements observed. Adolescents play a computer game at home 3 times/week for 3 of the months.

Families are paid for lab visits and game play time and reimbursed for travel costs. Scheduling is flexible. For more information go to http://sagaintervention.com or email: psu.asd.gameintervention@gmail.com

NEW RESEARCH STUDY: DEVELOPING A MEASURE OF ADULT FUNCTIONING IN ASD

Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh Department of Psychiatry are seeking volunteers aged 18 and older diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and/or caregivers of adults with ASD to participate in a study. The purpose of this study is to create a reliable and valid measure of adult functioning in adults with ASD.

Online surveys
Complete on your own time
$80 compensation provided

If you are interested, please contact 412-260-6593 or AFSstudy@upmc.edu

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