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Engaging Those with Co-Occurring Autism - Training
As part of Ulster County’s ThinkDIFFERENTLY initiative, the Ulster County Department of Mental Health is hosting an in-person training, “Engaging Those with Co-Occurring Autism,” for helping professionals interested in expanding their understanding of autism spectrum disorders.
🗓️ Wednesday, April 23
🕑 10 AM – 12 PM
📍 Ulster County Department of Mental Health (368 Broadway, Kingston)
The training will be facilitated by Tracy Schober, MPA, Executive Director of the Autism Society Greater Hudson Region, and will include strategies to better engage, work with, and advocate for individuals with autism — including tips on supporting neurodivergent colleagues in the workplace.
Space is limited. To register, contact Katrina Brown at 📧 kabr@co.ulster.ny.us
Sensory Safe Space at the Ulster County Fair
The Ulster County Agricultural Society is proud to introduce “The Sensory Safe Space.” Families with a child with autism or any individual with sensory sensitivity are invited to take advantage of this new location. The room is designed to be a sensory-safe environment that offers families a break from the bright lights, noise, crowds, and summer heat. The room will feature bubble tubes, mats, seating, touch and feel books about animals, a host of noise canceling headphones, and a charging station for augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices. The Sensory Safe Space will be open from 10am-10pm daily. This space has been made possible with contributions from Ulster BOCES, Resource Center for Accessible Living (RCAL), Rondout Valley CSD and Saugerties CSD.