415 Franklin Street
Carlisle PA 17013

A free upcoming 3-part music therapy session for children ages 7-13 and their parents!

All sessions will take place at the Stuart Community Center in Carlisle!

Explore how music therapy can be beneficial for bonding, social/emotional development, cognitive functions, and more!

Featuring Music Therapist Lauren Rowe from Living Unlimited.

To register: www.cparc.org/event-registration

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177 Carlisle Springs Road
Carlisle PA 17013

Both adults & children with intellectual and developmental disabilities will have the opportunity to meet various first responders (including the canines!) and to tour the fire station and vehicles! There will also be snacks, activities, and demonstrations.

The children’s session will take place between 10 AM- 11:30 AM

Adults (18+) session will begin at 12 PM – 1:30 PM

No registration necessary! If you have any questions regarding this event please contact ljohnson@cparc.org.

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Chipotle Mexican Grill
2316 Trindle Road, Camp Hill PA 17011

Support CPARC Advocacy and the free services that benefit individuals and families with intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Order a meal from the Chipotle  Camp Hill Location on Saturday and 33% of the profits will be donated to CPARC Advocacy!

For in store ordering, just mention the CPARC fundraiser to the cashier!
For online ordering use the pick up code: T2ZEV2N See less

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Carlisle United Methodist Church
333 S Spring Garden St.
Carlisle, PA 17043

This workshop features break-out rooms with professionals including Yoga/Meditation and Music Therapy. Enjoy adult coloring, and petting adorable service dogs! General resource area, speakers, door prizes, lunch, and treats throughout!

For all parents of children of any age (school-aged or adult) and Direct Support Professionals who support those with intellectual or developmental disabilities. For anyone in the area that can make it, this event is not limited to any county or city.

Registration is required www.cparc.org/event-registration

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Virtual Webinar

CPARC Advocacy is hosting it’s yearly Advocacy Talks! Autism Answers. This year featuring different topics with Dr. Bruey and featuring an additional speaker, Sarah Zucca MS, LPC, CADC.

1. April 7th, 2022 at 6PM  Featuring, Sarah Zucca MS, LPC, CADC on Attachment and Attachment Styles
2. April 21st, 2022 at 6PM Featuring, Dr. Carolyn Bruey on Increasing Motivation in Children and Adults on the Autism Spectrum
3. April 28th 2022 at 6pm Featuring, Dr. Carolyn Bruey on Promoting Effective Teamwork Between Families, Schools, and Staff Professionals

To register follow the link:

www.cparc.org/event-registration

Please enter date of each session you are planning to attend.

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Capital Joe Coffee Shop
36 W Main Street Mechanicsburg, PA 17055

Looking for parent to parent engagement, resources, and support?

CPARC is hosting a parent support group from March-June at Capital Joe, to make new connections and enjoy a free coffee and pastry!

A picnic for parents and their children will be held in July!

Parents who have children with developmental disabilities that are 18 and under or adult-aged are welcome to join.

To register: www.cparc.org/event-registration

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GB Stuart Building
71 Ashland Avenue
Carlisle PA, 17013

A continuation of the Empower Me! series reviewing individual rights and responsibilities as well as a discussion of current issues surrounding the IDD community.

To register: www.cparc.org/event-registration  

For any questions regarding this event contact: ljohnson@cparc.org

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415 Franklin St, Carlisle, PA 17013

Want to know more about music therapy and how it can be helpful for you?

Take part in this one-time, free and in-person group session, which includes: ways to use preferred music, relaxation activity, and Q and A!

To register go to: www.cparc.org/event-registration

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S. Wilson Pollock Center for Industrial Training (CIT)

262 Silver Spring Road
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050

Starting March 14^th

Late afternoon classes (5:30 PM- 7:00 PM) every Monday

16 week curriculum

Adult class (18 years and up)

To register contact: ljohnson@cparc.org

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Free virtual webinar hosted by CPARC Advocacy

Guardianship of your child in adulthood is rarely the answer.

There are less restrictive alternatives to guardianship to help you support an adult individual with a developmental disability.

Learn more about this topic and what alternatives might be best for you and your loved one, with Robin Resnick, a Staff Attorney of Disability Rights PA.

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