Beckhom Behavioral Consulting, LLC

03/17/2026

Find a golden egg win a prize. Radium Springs Walking Trail 310 Skywater Blvd Albany, Ga 31705 April 4,2026 10am-2p

03/15/2026

Society calls autism a limitation. Joshua Beckford calls it a different way of seeing the world. He got into Oxford before most kids start school.

Joshua Beckford from Tottenham, England, made history when he was accepted into a specialist programme at Oxford University at just 6 years old. The programme was designed for gifted children between 8 and 13, but his father Knox Daniel wrote to the university asking for an exception. Oxford agreed after seeing what Joshua could do.

By 10 months old, he could identify letters and numbers. At three, he was reading fluently and learning Japanese. He studied philosophy and history through the Oxford programme and passed both with distinction. He was later named one of the top 30 most remarkable people in the world with autism and won the Positive Role Model award at the 2017 National Diversity Awards.

Diagnosed with high-functioning autism, Joshua became an ambassador for multiple charities and delivered a TEDx talk in Vienna. His goal is to become a neurosurgeon.

03/13/2026

Come walk, run or hop with us at the 2026 Beyond Awareness Resource Festival this year, which features a Walk and Easter Egg Hunt at the Radium Springs Walking Trail at 310 Skywater BLVD. Albany, GA 31705. April 4, 2026 10am-2pm. FIND A GOLDEN EGG WIN A PRIZE!

03/12/2026

03/10/2026

Teaching acceptance of differences starts at home. Join our family in promoting Autism Acceptance by looking beyond the diagnosis and seeing the incredible individual within. ❤️
We’re so excited to attend the Beyond Awareness Resource Festival, where the focus is on true inclusion and community support. It’s about more than just “knowing”—it’s about embracing.
📍 Join us there: April 4,2026 10a-2p Radium Springs Trailhead 310 Skywater Blvd. Albany, Georgia 31705

03/03/2026

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03/01/2026

Several nonprofit organizations will be advocating to state lawmakers next month for additional Medicaid waivers in this year's state budget.

02/26/2026

* FREE self-paced online course for Georgia parents, caregivers, and professionals *

Competitive Integrated Employment helps youth with disabilities build independence, gain job skills, and become active members of their community.

Join us for this free, self-paced course to learn how youth can work in the community, earn minimum wage or higher, and build a future after high school. Even students with significant disabilities can succeed at work with the right supports.

This session will cover the benefits of working, address common fears and myths, and share practical ways to remove barriers to getting and keeping a job.

This training is open from March 9, 2026 through April 6, 2026.

Training can be accessed any time during these 3 weeks.

Certification of completion of 2 hours will be provided to participants who complete this training.

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/42u8nfnd

Presented by PEATC in partnership with Parent to Parent of Georgia

02/26/2026

Join me and my grandbabies at the 2026 Beyond Awareness Resource Festival as we continue to celebrate neurodiversity, community and inclusion. Radium Springs Trailhead 310 Skywater Blvd. Albany, Georgia April 4, 2026 10-2pm.

12/13/2025

Managing the Magic
Autism-Friendly Holiday Survival Guide

The Christmas holidays bring changes in routine, sensory input, and social demands. Here are three quick tips to help you navigate them:
1. 🗓️ Prioritize Predictability (Routine)
- Schedule a "Calm Zone" Time: Even 15-30 minutes of uninterrupted, quiet time in a designated safe space can help reset after overstimulation. Put it in your calendar.
- Visual Schedule: Use a simple visual schedule (list, whiteboard, or digital note) for major events, appointments, or travel days. Knowing what's next reduces anxiety.
2. 🎧 Manage Sensory Overload
- Communicate Needs: It's okay to wear earplugs or noise-canceling headphones at a loud gathering. Bring sunglasses or a hat to filter harsh lights.
- Familiar Fidgets: Keep a favorite fidget toy, comfort object, or stimming tool accessible in your pocket or bag to self-regulate when overwhelmed.
3. 💬 Define Social Boundaries
- The "Exit Plan": Before attending a social event, decide how long you plan to stay and who you can discreetly signal if you need to leave.
- Simple Scripts: Prepare a few simple, polite phrases to use when you need a break or can't participate, like: "That sounds fun, but I need a quiet moment right now," or "I'm going to step out for some air."
Remember: Your well-being is the priority. It's okay to say NO to an activity that feels overwhelming.

10/25/2025

Happening today. 10am-12pm. 1509 West 3rd Ave. See you soon.