A New Season, New Support: Autism Workshops for Parents 🍃


Upcoming Events for Parents

Dear Reader,

Our CARES Spring session will be starting soon for parents navigating a new autism diagnosis. Whether you’re looking for guidance, shared experiences, or simply a place to feel understood, we’re here for you. We would love to have you join us and help connect you to resources and others navigating a similar journey

SPRING CARES 2026

What is CARES?

CARES is a free training for parents and caregivers navigating a new autism diagnosis. Meet new parents and connect with others on a similar journey.

What are the dates for the classes?

Spring Dates

Thursdays at 7 pm

April 9, 16, 23, 30

May 7, 14, 21, 28

How Do I Enroll?

To sign up:

Call/ Text Maggie: 507-251-2016

Or Email: carescoordinator@rochesterautism.org

Upcoming Spring Workshops for Parents

We also want to invite you to a number of events happening this spring, workshops on medications and sleep to a parenting event for parents to teens on the autism spectrum.

Preparing for Summer

Join Molly Harrington on 4/28/26 in building routines, strategies, and social skills to feel more comfortable and confident during the transition into summer.

Medication Options for ADHD, Anxiety & ASD

Join Dr. Katusic on 5/14/26 as she discusses how medications can help with co-occurring diagnoses and managing aggressive behaviors.

Sleep & Autism

On 6/16/26 join parent leader Shelby Beilke, MSN, RN as she talks about autism and sleep challenges, she offers practical strategies to improve rest and daily functioning.

Spring Event for Parents to Teens

Parenting Neurodivergent Teens

Join James Rechs from Uncommon Minds as he offers practical strategies and support for understanding and nurturing adolescents with diverse cognitive and emotional needs.

Looking for individual support?

We offer 1:1 Advocacy

From understanding evaluations and to accessing therapies and resources, we want to walk alongside you. Our goal is to help you feel informed and confident in making decisions that best support your child and family.

FYI: Kate Swenson Talk Postponed

We are very excited to have autism mom and advocate, and national best- selling author Kate Swenson speak in Rochester, but the 4/18/26 event has been postponed. Hopefully the event will still happen sometime this fall. Please reach out if you have any questions.

Feel free to share any of these events with family, friends or others you may know who could benefit from them.

Until no one walks alone,

Elizabeth

Executive Director

1130 1/2 7th St NW, Suite 208, Rochester , MN 55901
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