I am so excited to be speaking at the Self-Direction Connection Conference in Mankato, MN on November 1st. This conference looks so informative for families who have a member with a disability. Focusing on self-directed services in Minnesota, the Self-direction Connection Conference is asking people with lived experience to share your knowledge with one another. In a first of its kind conference in Minnesota people will gather to discuss trends and their experience using Consumer Directed Community Supports (CDCS) and Consumer Support Grant (CSG). Meet other people using CDCS and…

Special Education Conference 2024 Date: November 14-15, 2024 Location: Kalahari Resort and Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells, WI Overview Join hundreds of your colleagues from around the state and Midwest to learn, relax, network, and gather new ideas and resources at our 11th Annual Special Education Conference at the Kalahari. We have some great keynote speakers scheduled including Mills Rodgers and Kate Swenson. Mills is a national speaker on topics related to education equity of diverse populations, mental health, and personal development.  He is a champion of children with special needs, with a…

I'm coming to Canada! I am so excited. Join me on November 20th in Thunder Bay, Ontario for my keynote presentation, Finding Joy in the Secret World of Autism. AUTISM NORTHWEST in partnership with Lakehead Public School Board SEAC Wednesday November 20th 2024 6:30 pm  Superior Collegiate & Vocational Institute 333 N. High Street Thunder Bay ON 

Join Action Behavior Center for a Webinar with Kate Swenson, author of Forever Boy 8 Ways to Prepare Your Autistic Child for the Holidays December 11, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. CST The holiday season can bring unique challenges to families of children with autism. While many look forward to festive gatherings and routines, these times can add stress and complexity to daily life for autism families. Join us on December 11 for a heartfelt and practical webinar with Kate Swenson, autism mom and founder of Finding Cooper’s Voice, and Mercedes Wood, Board Certified…

Coops' Troops Minnesota Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group Please join us at the next Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group with Kate Swenson from Finding Coopers Voice. REGISTER HERE: Coops' Troops Minnesota: Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group Date: Thursday December 12, 2024 Time: 5:30.m. - 8:30 p.m. CST Initial food and drink need to be ordered by 6:00 p.m. AT NEW LOCATION Wild Boar Bar & Grill 950 Helena Ave N, Oakdale, MN 55128 Wild Boar Bar and Grill - Oakdale - Oakdale, MN Support Group will be held in…

SAVE THE DATE!  Friday, February 7, 2025 SPIEC:  Sharp Prebys Innovation and Education Center 8695 Spectrum Center Blvd, San Diego, CA 92123 2025 Conference Details The Autism Society San Diego invites you to join parents, ASD individuals and professionals at the state of the art Sharp Prebys Innovation and Education Center in San Diego to learn about the social and mental health needs of autistic children and adults, effective treatments and where to find resources. Whether you are new to the journey or have years of experience, you will walk…

Join me in St. Cloud, Minnesota at Tech High School on March 27th at 6:00 pm for my keynote presentation, Finding Joy in the Secret World of Autism.

I can’t believe in just 62 days, the world will get to read our new book, Autism Out Loud. When we started writing, it felt like a lifetime away. And now it’s so close! Join Carrie, Adrian, and I for our book launch party in Stillwater, MN on March 31. Tickets here: https://valleybookseller.com/.../autism-out-loud-book-launch We think this will sell out so grab your ticket asap! Can't make it to Minnesota? You can still preorder a copy of the book signed by all of us! ORDER HERE: Autism Out Loud Signed Copies!…

Kate Swenson, Adrian Wood and Carrie Cariello celebrate the publication of Autism Out Loud April 1 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Location: The Corner Bookstore: 1313 Madison Avenue at 93rd Street, New York City 10128 Please register here: SignUp Sheet | Evite Kate Swenson, Adrian Wood and Carrie Cariello are from different parts of the country and backgrounds, but they were brought together by a singular experience: they are each a mother to a child with autism. Together they have shared laughter, tears, victories and the unconditional love that molds their…