HANDS in Autism events updates!

Intensive Training for Families and Caregivers

Join HANDS for an immersive, hands-on training experience designed especially for families and caregivers supporting children with autism and related behavioral or communication challenges. Over three consecutive days (Day 1: structure & planning, Day 2: prompting & assessment, Day 3: individualized teaching strategies), participants will engage in lecture, demonstration, observation, and coached practice using the evidence-based HANDS in Autism® Model. Whether you attend with or without your child, you’ll gain practical skills, collaborative decision-making strategies, and confidence to support your child across home and community settings. Virtual attendance is available, partial scholarships may apply, and the next session is January 15, 22, 29, 2026, 9-4 ET.
Register here: https://iu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6PSAwM5B7gr3wFg?Q_CHL=qr

Learn more about the training here > https://handsinautism.iu.edu/training-services/training/training-options-list/three-day-intensive-families.html

HANDS Developmental Disabilities and Autism ECHO Webinar Series and Recordings

Weekly on Fridays, 12-1:30pm ET

The Developmental Disabilities and Autism ECHO is based on the Project ECHO ™ model that aims to share best practices and amplify training impact. The model serves as a means for specialists to deliver curriculum topics while peers and panelists offer insights on the corresponding cases presented. Live sessions and recordings available.

Register here: https://iu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_b2usIWtbcHiDuR0

Recordings available here: https://shorturl.at/duJFE

Learn more about ECHO here > https://handsinautism.iu.edu/partnerships/international/echo.html

Let’s Talk Series

second Thursday of the month, 12:00-1:30 pm ET

Are you interested in having a clearer understanding about Autism? There is no better way than to hear it from individuals with lived experiences who are going to share their journey and invite us into their world. Register here > https://iu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ba8dZlsijkvLQNg

Learn more about Let’s Talk here > https://handsinautism.iu.edu/partnerships/community/community-cadres/index.html

Next Steps Workshop