Autism Expo 2024 & Life After High School Resource Fair

About this event

Join us for a transformative day at the Annual Autism Expo, now even bigger with the addition of the Life After High School Resource Fair. This free event for the whole family is your go-to place in the Capital/Northern NYS region for connecting with a supportive community, exploring resources, and discovering new opportunities tailored for families, caregivers, and individuals with ASD and I/DD.

🗓 Date: April 14, 2024
⏰ Time: Noon to 3 p.m.
📍 Location: Saratoga Springs City Center

🎵 Don't miss the interactive music session with the internationally acclaimed band and take advantage of:
- Free learning sessions with experts
- Networking with over 60 exhibitors
- A Sensory Space designed by Maria College’s Occupational Therapy department
- Quiet Consultation Lounge for in-depth discussions
- Engaging children’s activities by the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts, CDPHP & C W Hair Design Studio
- Family activities including Raffles and Photo Booths by Transitions
- Art Show by the Paul Nigra Center for Creative Arts

📚 Learning Session Highlights:
- 12:15 pm: Dr. Gina Cosgrove on “Setting Goals for Independence: Preparing for Life Beyond the School Setting” (https://www.chelseaplacepsych.com)
- 1:15 pm: Ed Wilcenski, Esq., of Wilcenski Pleat Law on financial management and advocacy planning
- 2:15 pm: Dr. Priya Winston & Rhiannon Fralick of Transitions on “Nurturing self-advocacy in young adults with autism and learning differences.”

🤝 The Arc Lexington & Saratoga Bridges, A chapter of The Arc New York, are dedicated to empowering individuals with autism and developmental differences to live their fullest lives.

👉 Don't miss this incredible opportunity to access valuable resources, learn from experts, and celebrate the diversity within our community. Admission is free for all. There is no registration required for attendees, but letting us know you are going, will help us prepare to ensure you have the best experience possible. Register to save your spot at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/858474689907?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information and exhibitor/sponsorship opportunities, visit us at www.thearclexington.org.