The Parent Advisory Council, Inc. (PAC) – a diverse group of parents and guardians of children with special health care needs (CSHCN) – will be hosting their annual Famous Family Bistro Conference (Virtual) on Friday, April 8th from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm. This online Conference covers many topics for families, youth and providers concerning […]
AAROC Zoo Day Scheduled for April 30th at the Little Rock Zoo
Arkansas Autism Resource and Outreach Center invites you to a fun-filled day at the Little Rock Zoo on Saturday, April 30th starting at 10:00 am to raise autism awareness. Registration is FREE FOR ARKANSAS FAMILIES OF CHILDREN DIAGNOSED WITH AUTISM, and is only $10.00 for AAROC supporters who may not have a family member with […]
Disability Rights Arkansas Hosting Free Webinar on IEP’s April 19th
Disability Rights Arkansas will be hosting a webinar for parents of children with developmental disabilities Tuesday, April 19th from 1:00-11:30 am titled Parents: What You Need to Know About Your Child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). Many parents can feel overwhelmed trying to understand their child’s IEP and how it is applied in the classroom. […]
Community Connections Hosting Monthly Respite Events at Larry’s Pizza Bryant
Community Connections will be providing monthly Respite Care Events for kids in Bryant. Spots are limited and registration is required for all kids in attendance. COVID screening will take place for kids/volunteers, and everyone will be required to wear a mask ages 10+. This event will be specifically for participants ages 2-18. Participants divided them […]
Community Connections Hosting Game Nights at NLC Saline for Individuals with Disabilities
Community Connections is hosting game nights for those with disabilities. This group will provide individuals with the opportunity to socialize and share experiences with others who have had similar challenges and life experiences. This group meets to socialize, form friendships, engage in different kinds of games, build teamwork, and enjoy each other. Each session there […]
Register your child for adaptive fishing events in Bryant, monthly on Saturdays
Community Connections fishing program is for kids of all ages. Participants are invited to socialize, form friendships, learn about fishing and share experiences with others who have had similar challenges and life experiences. Fishing gear will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own as well. This program will be hosted at the […]
Community Connections Hosts Adaptive Basketball at Bishop Park Tuesday Evenings – Apr 5-26
Community Connections will be hosting a basketball program at the Center at Bishop Park, 6401 Boone Road, Bryant to help children learn the game as well as increase independence, confidence, focus, coordination, communication, and sportsmanship. Programs are scheduled from 5:30 – 6:30 pm on Tuesday nights throughout the month of April (Apr 5, 12, 19, […]
Benton Parks and Studio 1720 present Sensory Friendly Art Night April 9th
Benton Parks and Recreation is hosting a Sensory Friendly Art Night for children with sensory needs on April 9th at the Downtown Benton Farmers Market from 6-8 pm. Artists will create up to two crafts per person as Benton Parks teams up with Studio 1720 for a night of creativity and fun. This Sensory-friendly event […]
Benton Shark’s Swim Team hosting Swimming Without Limits Beginning May 31st
Swimming Without Limits is one of several adaptive programs offered by Benton Parks and Recreation. This program gram is geared towards kids with disabilities and allows them both the opportunity learn the proper strokes, movements, and water safety skills but also gives them the opportunity to compete side by side with the Sharks and practice […]