Gulf Coast ABA & Autism Services, LLC.

08/24/2025

Grupo de apoyo para padres

Te espero el 27 de septiembre a las 7pm. Registrate: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/c2ZAbBABTuy85UJMVAOI8A

08/23/2025

Please let me know if you have questions about ABA!

08/23/2025

Does your teen or young adult know what to do in a traffic stop? Do they have a blue envelope or autism ID supplement? Are they interested in driving? Come on out to Safety Day, Sept 13, 10:00-1:00 at Safety Village. Safety is not just for little kids! Https://safety25.eventbrite.com

08/23/2025

*Posting on behalf of UCF CARD - Center for Autism and Related Disabilities*

As children grow, they should start to build independence. Join us to learn how to do this through chores with your child with ASD on August 28th at 6:30 PM EST.
To register, scan the QR code or go to https://bi4.eventbrite.com

06/21/2025

Happiness is Down Syndrome and Team Iron Will are hosting free summer webinar series. Please see flyer below for more information.

Click this link to register:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8-i1NFASTsmF6Y5R675CpA #/registration

06/08/2025

Awesome space at Orlando International Airport (MCO)!

06/07/2025

Join us June 28th 6:30PM at 4524 W. Village Drive Tampa, FL for an elegant adult-only evening hosted by Picture Perfect Kitchen & Home in support of FRIENDS Down Syndrome/Special Needs.

Chef Jordan will be preparing a mouthwatering 4-course meal that includes:

🥖 Antipasto Grazing Board
🥗 Arugula Salad with Fresh Burrata & Balsamic Glaze
🍝 Creamy Pesto Gnocchi topped with Grilled Shrimp & Chicken Skewers (Pomodoro sauce available upon request)
🍰 Tiramisu for dessert
🍷 Wine included

🎟️ This is your exclusive first access to purchase event tickets! We have limited seating — reserve your seat today!

Click here to get your tickets:

https://pictureperfectkitchendesigns.com/products/down-to-dine-a-fundraising-fine-dining-experience-on-saturday-june-28-2025-6-30pm?utm_source=copyToPasteBoard&utm_medium=product-links&utm_content=web

All proceeds directly benefit our organization and the free programs, events and scholarships we provide for individuals with Down syndrome and special needs.

06/02/2025

Parents of special needs children: look at this

Research shows that caregivers of children and adults with autism often experience high psychological distress or depression. Please join us for an 8-week mindfulness program over the summer to relieve these feelings and promote healthy problem solving.
To register, scan the QR code or go to https://mindfulfc.eventbrite.com

04/22/2025

April is Autism Acceptance Month!

This month, we don’t just raise awareness, we embrace, celebrate, and uplift the autistic community. Acceptance means moving beyond awareness to action, inclusion, and understanding. It means recognizing that every autistic individual brings unique strengths, perspectives, and potential to the world.

04/22/2025

It is time to mark your calendar's and start registering and building your team for our 9th Annual FRIENDS Buddy Walk!

For returning teams, click join and then enter the same login information you did when registering last year.

Click here to register https://charity.pledgeit.org/FRIENDSWESTFL

Bucalo Family Foundation GiGi's Playhouse Tampa Down Syndrome Association Of Tampa Bay

04/22/2025

Want to give your team fundraising a BIG boost? Here’s your chance! When your team secures a sponsorship at any of our official sponsorship levels below, that sponsorship amount will be credited toward your team’s fundraising goal! 🙌

That means if a business, family, or friend sponsors the event, their contribution not only supports the Buddy Walk but also helps your team reach its goal even faster!

Let's work together to make this the biggest and best Buddy Walk yet! Reach out to potential sponsors and let them know their support makes a direct impact on our incredible FRIENDS community.

For sponsorship details, visit https://charity.pledgeit.org/c/aArc2Ox7Zz/pages/sponsor

Bucalo Family Foundation Down Syndrome Association Of Tampa Bay GiGi's Playhouse Tampa

04/11/2025

From the Arc of Florida Team:
This Friday at 3 PM, Carol Gormley, Vice President of Government Affairs at Independent Living Systems, will be speaking about Medicaid Managed Care and the iBudget Waiver.
She’ll be talking directly to families to help explain what’s going on with the new managed care pilot in Florida. The event is hosted by We The People, For the People… , a group of family advocates and one of our community partners.
You’re welcome to listen in — and please share this with any families who want to learn more. Families are encouraged to participate (they may want to join the group -- its free!).
Here’s the Zoom link to join the call:
🔗 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85787837867
Carol will answer questions that families have already sent in, like:
1. How will Florida Community Care provide services at home and in the community instead of in institutions?
2. What does service use actually look like in this model?
3. Are there any numbers on how much money states get back from managed care plans?
4. How will this change affect families using CDC+, and what should they expect?
There will also be time for live questions — families can drop their questions in the chat during the call.
Please feel free to share this invitation with anyone who might be interested!