THIS WEEKEND! Come see TCS at the World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo!
2024-04-13 11:00 - 15:00 UTC
Hello!
Exciting news! TCS will be participating as an Exhibitor at the upcoming World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo on Saturday, April 13th, and we want YOU to join us! This event is all about supporting people of all ages and veterans with various disabilities and health conditions. With over 70 organizations and businesses coming together to provide invaluable resources and support for persons served and families, it’s a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and discover new possibilities.
Here are the details:

Event Name:
World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo
(Brought to you by Caring Communities)

Date:
Saturday, April 13, 2024

Time:
11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Location:
Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742

Cost:
3 ways to attend for FREE!

Register online HERE.
Print the ticket below.
Or show the free ticket on your phone.

Otherwise, admission is just $3 at the door.

Parking:
FREE

Last year, over 1,000 people from Maryland, DC, and Virginia attended, and this year promises to be even bigger and better! We don’t want you to miss out on this FREE event filled with informative workshops, interactive demonstrations, assistive technology showcases, and much more. We can’t wait to see you there!
Click here to print or show THIS FREE TICKET.

Blinded Veteran's Association VetTech Weekly Wednesday Webinars (Assistive Technology)
2024-04-18 14:00 - 15:30
The Blinded Veteran’s Association’s VetTech Program hosts Weekly Wednesday Webinars and VetTech Talks every Wednesday respectively at 2:00pm Eastern. These webinars are open to everyone and bring together AT developers and advocates with end-users to learn and share information about integrating AT solutions into our lives.
For more information about the Blinded Veteran’s Association’s VetTech Program, click here. For access to a link to enter the monthly meetings, click here or see below.
Meeting ID: 856 2590 9913
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Click to join via computer or smart phone.
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Get Air Trampoline Party – AUSOM Anne Arundel
2024-04-20 08:00 - 10:00
Autism Society of Maryland (AUSOM) Anne Arundel
TRAMPOLINE JUMP PARTY
April 20, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Get Air Trampoline Park, Glen Burnie, MD
The Autism Society of Maryland, in partnership with the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism and Get Air Trampoline Park, is hosting a FREE trampoline party. Autistic individuals of all ages and abilities and their families are invited to join them for a jump party​​​​​​​. CLICK HERE to register. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Check out other events from the Autism Society of Maryland HERE.

AUSOM Anne Arundel
UNA FIESTA DE TRAMPOLÍN
Abril 20, 2024 @ 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Get Air Trampoline Park, Glen Burnie, MD
La Sociedad de Autismo de Maryland, en asociación con la Fundación Doug Flutie, Jr. para el Autismo y Get Air Trampoline Park, organiza una fiesta de trampolín GRATUITA. Invitamos a personas autistas de todas las edades y capacidades y a sus familias a unirse a nosotros en una fiesta de salto. HAGA CLIC AQUÍ para registrarse.

In-Person Event: 2nd Annual Autism Parent Summit (Prince George's County Public Schools' Family Support Center)
2024-04-20 08:45 - 15:30 | John Carroll Administration Building, 1400 Nalley Terrace, Landover, MD, 20785, United States
Check out the 2nd Annual Autism Parent Summit | Collaborative Conversations: Let’s Talk About Transition.
Brought to you by Prince George’s County Public Schools Family Support Center and co-sponsored by Pathfinders for Autism ~ Parent’s Place of Maryland ~
Spectrum of Hope ~ SECAC-PG and The Office of Psychological Services.

When:
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 8:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Where:
This event is in-person at:
John Carroll Administration Building
1400 Nalley Terrace
Landover, MD 20785

Cost:
FREE

Register Here:
https://pathfindersforautism.org/collaborative-conversations-summit-2024/ or to register by phone, contact us at 301-431-5675.
Featured Speaker: Zosia Zaks M.ED., C.R.C
Zosia Zaks, M.Ed., C.R.C., has more than 20 years of experience supporting hundreds of teenagers and adults on the autism spectrum and with related conditions to live and work in their communities. From 2013 to 2022, he served as Manager of Programs and Education at the Hussman Center for Autistic Adults at Towson University, where he also built an on-campus work readiness program; developed a support program for autistic students; and taught disability social justice courses designed to break down barriers, challenge stereotypes, and build a more inclusive society. Mr. Zaks brings unique perspectives to professional projects and training as a disability counselor, an autistic self-advocate, and a parent of two neurodivergent children.
Download the flyer here: FSC Autism Summit Flyer 2024_Combined Final
Looking forward to seeing you there!

Join the Autism Society of Maryland for Yoga Together! (In Person)
2024-04-20 14:00 - 15:00
Join the Autism Society of Maryland for an In-Person Yoga Class. Perfect for or ages 6+ with an adult caregiver

FREE! Drop-in. Advance registration is not required.
In person classes will be held from 2:00pm – 3:00pm on:

April 20, 2024
May 11, 2024
June 8, 2024

Made possible through a grant from The Hussman Foundation.
Yoga Center of Columbia
8950 State Route 108, Suite 109, Columbia, MD 21045
No registration required. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead of start time to sign in.
View the Autism Society of Maryland’s full calendar of events HERE.

In-Person: 2024 Spring Transitioning Youth Resource Fair (Prince George's County)
2024-04-24 18:00 - 20:00
What happens after high school? How can you start preparing today? Parents, teachers, youth with disabilities, and others in Prince George’s County can find lots of resources in one place!

Event Name: Transitioning Youth Spring Fair
Hosted By: Prince George’s County Public Schools and Prince George’s County Provider Council
Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM (ET)
Place: Largo High School 505 Largo Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Click HERE to register.
Download the event flyer HERE in English/Spanish.

In-Person: Southern Maryland Tri-County Secondary Transition Expo 2024
2024-04-26 10:00 - 13:00
Attention students, parents, caregivers: Connect to Your Future! Come to the Southern Maryland Secondary Transition Expo 2024!
Sponsored by: The Southern Maryland Transition Team of Calvert County Public Schools, Charles County Public Schools, St. Mary’s County Public Schools, and the College of Southern Maryland.
When: Friday, April 26, 2024 from 10:00am to 1:00pm
Where: College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick Campus
How this event can help you:
►Meet your local Community Rehabilitation Agencies
►Attend the CSM’s Personal Enrichment Presentation
►View exhibits
►Meet college representatives, employers, community agencies, and post-secondary providers
►Get critical information from organizations in Southern Maryland (serving Calvert, Charles, St. Mary’s counties) that offer assistance to students with IEP services
Explore Personal Enrichment Classes with topics such as:

Animal Interests
Art, Music and Photography
Food and Drink
Home and Garden
Recreation, Wellness, Fitness
Technology and Finance
Travel, History, Culture

This important event should not be missed! Stop by our Total Care Services, Inc. table – we would love to say hi!
For more information contact one of the following:

In Calvert County—Adam Keesee, keeseea@calvertnet.k12.md.us OR 443-550-8384
In Charles County—Ivalynn Gist, igist@ccboe.com OR 301-302-8307
In St. Mary’s County—Alana Beatty, ajbeatty@smcps.org OR 301-475-5511

Download the event flyer Tri County Transition Expo Flyer.

Special Education Family Resource Fair (Montgomery County Public Schools)
2024-05-11 10:00 - 13:00
Special Education Family Resource Fair

Mark your calendar for the Special Education Family Resource Fair:
When: Saturday, May 11 from 10AM to 1PM
Where: Montgomery Blair High School
About the Event:

For the kids, there’s moonbounces, face painting, artists, live music, balloon artists, arts & crafts, and more.
For the Adults, there’s a variety of community organizations, MCPS special education offices, and government agencies will be available to provide information on services/resources. Workshops will be presented and food trucks will be available for food purchases.

Download the event flyer HERE

Spring into Wellness: Adult Behavioral Health Expo (Prince George's County)
2024-05-11 10:00 - 14:00
Looking to improve your mental and physical health? Check out the Adult Behavioral Health Expo – a FREE interactive community event aimed at offering behavioral health and wellness resources to adults at every stage of life.

Date: May 11, 2024
Time: 10:00am 2:00pm

Location:
Southern Regional Technology and Recreational Complex
7007 Bock Rd
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Event Details
May is Mental Health Awareness and Physical Fitness and Sports Month, and in recognition of this, the Prince George’s County Local Behavioral Health Authority and Prince George’s County Department of Parks and Recreation are proud to partner and host this vital expo. Their goal is to bring together the community and various general health, mental health, wellness, and substance use treatment professionals in the County. They believe in fostering an environment of support and education, where individuals can learn more about crisis intervention, suicide prevention, addiction, depression, physical fitness, and more.
At the Adult Behavioral Health Expo, attendees will have the opportunity to explore valuable resources, connect with organizations, attend fitness demonstrations, and receive FREE giveaways.
Related Documents
To learn more about the event, download the Spring into Wellness: Adult Behavioral Health Expo flyer.

Spring Into Wellness Adult Behavioral Health Expo.pdf

Happy Mother's Day!
2024-05-12
Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms out there!
Your love, strength, and endless support make the world a better place. Today, we celebrate you and all that you do. Wishing you a day filled with joy and cherished moments. 💐

In-Person: Four-Week Caregiver Wellness Series: Nurturing Hearts, Healing Souls (Montgomery County, MD)
2024-05-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-29 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-06-07 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-06-14 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-06-21 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-06-28 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-07-10 18:30 - 19:30 and 1 more date
Take Advantage of the New Four-Week Caregiver Wellness Series:
Nurturing Hearts, Healing Souls
Wednesdays, May 8, 15, 22 and 29 from 9:00 am to 10:00 am
White Oak Community Recreation Center, 1700 April Lane, Silver Spring
Activity: R07028-343
Fridays, June 7, 14, 21, 28 from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
Wheaton Community Recreation Center, 11701 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton
Activity: R07028-342
Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24, 31 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Holiday Park Senior Center, 3950 Ferrara Drive, Silver Spring
Activity: R07028-527
Session 1: How to juggle caregiving issues and survive.
Session 2: Managing stress and building resilience – laughter is the best medicine.
Session 3: Learning to grieve the losses and move on to the successes.
Session 4: Planning for the future.
The series is free. Participants will receive a gift each session.
Facilitator: Ruth Kershner, LCSW-C, Caregiving Support Program Manager
For more information, or any questions contact Rec.Seniors@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov or 240-777-4925. Please contact 240-777-6840 or Rec.Inclusion@MontgomeryCountyMD.gov to request accommodations.

Webinar: Adapted & Non-Adapted Vehicles (MD Department of Disabilities Assistive Technology Program)
2024-05-15 13:00 - 14:00
Check out this informative webinar on AT funding for adapted and non-adapted vehicles. It’s a great resource for enhancing your mobility and independence. Don’t miss it! 🚗✨
Date & Time: May 15, 2024 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM

What to expect:
From in-state to national funding resources, drivers training courses to understanding insurance, we’ll cover all the basics to help consumers make the most informed decisions when it comes to needing and buying an adapted vehicle, from start to finish.

Hosted by: Staff of the AT Financial Loan Program, Heather Ferguson and Sarah Calhoun

Register HERE.

Our office is closed in observance of Juneteenth holiday
2024-06-19
On June 19, 1865, Union forces landed in Galveston, TX and informed the populace that the Civil War had ended and that those enslaved were free. In commemoration of this day of independence, our office will be closed.

Webinar: Affordable and Accessible Housing Opportunities in DC
2024-06-25 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-07-23 11:00 - 12:30
Interested in exploring affordable and accessible housing opportunities in DC? Join one of these monthly webinars from DDS to learn how to use their Housing Resource Guide to help with your search.

Click HERE to register for a session.

Choose one or more webinars from 11:00 am – 12:30 pm to attend:

June 25, 2024
July 23, 2024
August 27, 2024
September 24, 2024
October 22, 2024
November 26, 2024
December 24, 2024

Office Closed for Labor Day
2024-09-02
Our office is closed for Labor Day on Monday, September 2nd and will reopen on Tuesday, September 3rd.
