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Topic Tuesday: Virtual Live Video on Anxiety
2023-06-06 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | MO
Join me every Tuesday at 2 pm central on my Facebook page, Finding Cooper’s Voice, for a deeper discussion on tougher topics.
These videos are for my subscriber group since they are more sensitive topics. I would love to have you come join this amazing community. It’s a ‘virtual’ place on Facebook to laugh, cry, ask question, give support, and more.
Topic: Our journey with anxiety.
Click the link below to subscribe or go to my Facebook page, Finding Cooper’s Voice, and click the blue become a supporter button.
Join now: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Topic Tuesday: Virtual Live Video on Aggression
2023-05-31 14:00 - 15:00 | MO
Join me every Tuesday at 2 pm central on my Facebook page, Finding Cooper’s Voice, for a deeper discussion on tougher topics.
These videos are for my subscriber group since they are more sensitive topics. I would love to have you come join this amazing community. It’s a ‘virtual’ place on Facebook to laugh, cry, ask question, give support, and more.
Topic: Our journey with aggression.
Click the link below to subscribe or go to my Facebook page, Finding Cooper’s Voice, and click the blue become a supporter button.
Join now: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Topic Tuesday: Virtual Live Video on Medication
2023-05-24 14:00 - 15:00 | MO
Join me every Tuesday at 2 pm central on my Facebook page, Finding Cooper’s Voice, for a deeper discussion on tougher topics.
These videos are for my subscriber group since they are more sensitive topics. I would love to have you come join this amazing community. It’s a ‘virtual’ place on Facebook to laugh, cry, ask question, give support, and more.
Topic: Our journey with medication.
Click the link below to subscribe or go to my Facebook page, Finding Cooper’s Voice, and click the blue become a supporter button.
Join now: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Autism Mothers and Caregivers Retreat (Florida)
2023-05-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Els for Autism Auditorium, Jupiter, Florida
Join parent/advocate Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice and author of Forever Boy as she reflects back on her family’s journey though an autism diagnosis, early intervention, school services, and the emotional toll these processes can take on a family.

Kate will discuss her transformation she made not only as a parent, but as a person, and the support parents need from professionals, family, and educators to help their family adjust to this new chapter of life.

A brief Q&A with Kate and special guests, Liezl Els, autism mom and Founder of Els for Autism in Jupiter, Florida and Pam Minelli, autism mom and Founder of the Autism Project of Palm Beach County.

The evening will conclude with a meet and greet, book signing, refreshments, and vendors at the The Els Center of Excellence, O’Donnell Pavillion.

Forever Parents, An Autism Support Group
2023-05-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Central Park Valley Creek A Room, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury, MN, 55125, United States
Please join us at Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group with Kate Swenson from Finding Coopers Voice. This is an in-person event in Woodbury, Minnesota for parents and caregivers of children (any age) with disabilities. This will be a safe place for caregivers to discuss their experiences and share resources. This group will also provide caregivers with information, training and tools, and assist caregivers in building a supportive network. And most importantly, gives parents and caregivers a place to meet one another and connect, share, ask, and learn.

This event is free.

ADULTS ONLY. All parents and caretakers welcome.

You must register by Saturday 5/13/23 with who is attending. There is a limit of 35 slots available.

REGISTER HERE: https://www.signupgenius.com/…/30e0e4fa4ac22abfb6…

Any questions please reach out to Theresa Duffy at theduffy1028@gmail.com

Save the Date: 3rd Week in July. Date is TBD.

Mother's Day in Minnesota - 2 Day Event!
2023-04-29 08:00 - 2023-04-30 17:00 | MO
SAVE THE DATE!
Finding Cooper’s Voice and The More Than Project are excited to announce our second annual Mother’s Day in Minnesota. This two-day event is for mothers of children with any disability or special need. As primary caretakers, caregivers are at serious risk of burnout. Nineteen research studies have identified parents of children with disabilities to have an increased risk for depression (95%) and anxiety (90%). The divorce rate is over 85% for parents of children with a disability.
During this retreat, every moment is carefully curated to empower moms to combat these statistics all while relaxing, having fun, finding community, and equipping them to return home with the tools to best care for their child.

Mother's Day Retreat and Conference 2023 in Pittsburgh
2023-04-21 - 2023-04-23 | Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
I am excited to share that I will be the keynote speaker for Autism Caring Center’s Mother’s Day Retreat in April 2023 in Pittsburgh! More information to come!
Learn more: Mother’s Day Retreat (autismcaringcenter.com)

Finding Cooper's Voice Sharing A Parent's Journey
2023-04-18 17:30 - 19:00 | New Prague High School Auditorium, 221 12th Street Northeast, New Prague, MN, United States
Kate Swenson, the founder of Finding Cooper’s Voice and nonprofit, The More Than Project, is a mother to four kids, a wife, and a proud Minnesotan. She writes and creates videos regularly about her life as a mother and an autism advocate for Facebook, Instagram, and her website, Finding Cooper’s Voice. Her book, Forever Boy, A Mother’s Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy, is available now and highlights the transformation that she went through after her son’s diagnosis.
Auditorium doors open at 5:30 PM. Program begins at 6:00 PM.
Vendors will be set up and available to participants starting at 5:30. Some vendors include:

PACER
See Me: ADHD, Autism, & Neurodiverse
AUSM

Book Signing and Reading: Fitgers Book Store, Duluth, MN
2023-04-14 17:00 - 19:00 | The Bookstore at Fitger’s, 600 E. Superior Street, Duluth, MN
Join me on Friday, April 14th from 5:00 – 7:00 for meet and greet and book signing at The Book Store at Fitgers in Duluth, MN.

The Secret World of Autism with Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper's Voice
2023-04-03 10:00 - 12:00 | MO
Join parent, bestselling author, and advocate Kate Swenson via Zoom as she reflects back on her family’s journey through an autism diagnosis, early intervention, and transition to school services, and the emotional toll these processes can take on a family. In this presentation, she will discuss the transformation she made as not only a parent, but as a person, and the support that parents need from professionals, family members, and those within their community to help their family adjust to this new chapter of life.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-secret-world-of-autism-with-kate-swenson-of-finding-coopers-voice-tickets-579573368547?fbclid=IwAR0HDTc0fxqofJrOlH8flGDKAJot660NyZEvHDk1bXfv8LoygB1z_wfJz-s

Finding Joy in Caregiving, Charlotte, North Carolina
2023-03-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Levine Jewish Community Center, Charlotte, NC, United States
Join parent and advocate Kate Swenson on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 6:30 pm at Levine Jewish Community Center in Charlotte, NC, as she reflects back on her family’s journey through an autism diagnosis, early intervention, and transition to school services, and the emotional toll these processes can take on a family. In this presentation, she will discuss the transformation she made as not only a parent, but as a person, and the support that parents need from professionals, family members, and those within their community to help their family adjust to this new chapter of life.
Register here: Finding the Joy in Caregiving Tickets, Wed, Mar 22, 2023 at 6:30 PM | Eventbrite

Kate Swenson and Talk To Me Technologies Interview on Facebook
2023-03-16 10:00 - 11:00 | MO
Join Kate Thursday March 16th for an interview with Talk to Me Technologies on Finding Cooper’s Voice‘s Facebook page. Hear all about how using an AAC device has helped Cooper and learn how it may positively impact your loved one’s communication.

Forever Parents, An Autism Support Group
2023-03-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Central Park Valley Creek A Room, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury, MN, 55125, United States
Please join us at Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group with Kate Swenson from Finding Coopers Voice. This is an in-person event in Woodbury, Minnesota for parents and caregivers of children (any age) with disabilities. This will be a safe place for caregivers to discuss their experiences and share resources. This group will also provide caregivers with information, training and tools, and assist caregivers in building a supportive network. And most importantly, gives parents and caregivers a place to meet one another and connect, share, ask, and learn.
ADULTS ONLY. All parents and caretakers welcome.
You must register by Saturday 3/11/23 with who is attending. There is a limit of 35 slots available.
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e4fa4ac22abfb6-forever3?fbclid=IwAR3mV7wdBm1O1dncskrpxo3PB040CkjYtAdm5n4StrbaTcerKe-HbAI_DJo#/
Any questions please reach out to Theresa Duffy at theduffy1028@gmail.com
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Save the Date: 3rd Week in June. Date is TBD.

An Evening with Kate Swenson at LAKE REGION CORPORATION in Devils Lake, ND
2023-03-14 18:00 - 20:30 | MO
Join me on Tuesday, March 14th at Lake Region Corporation in Devils Lake, ND for a presentation to parents and community members.
More details to follow!

Coop's Troop Sensory Friendly Movie Theater Rental (Subscribers Only)
2023-03-05 15:00 - 17:00 | MO
Join Kate and Cooper Swenson at the movies for a sensory-friendly experience where everyone can be themselves.
Cost: $5 a person
Movie: TBA
Location: Woodbury, MN Theater
Start time: Around 3pm
This is a supporter member even only. To become a supporter and get more details on this event click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

SENSORY SATURDAY AT THE DENTAL CLINIC
2023-02-04 08:00 - 13:00 | Chalet Dental Care, 1651 Dale Street N, St. Paul, MN, 55117, United States
One of the many challenges children on the spectrum face is dental care. It implicates a number of sensory issues, not to mention the behavioral and emotional challenges associated with the “traditional” dental visit.
We want to help autism families find regular dental care and establish good dental hygiene habits and routines.
You’re invited to visit a dental office staffed with dentists, hygienists, and assistants to look, explore, and ask questions (baby teeth, permanent teeth, crowding, diet, drinks, what to do in case of emergency). Preventative dentalcare will also be provided if the child and family so desire.
There are no age requirements for the children who attend but would prefer to have a conversation with each family in advance to discuss your child’s sensitivities, challenges, and needs, and to ensure that care at a dental office is potentially a good fit.
Please contact autism mom and dental hygienist Mironda Engstrom at mironda@msn.com or 612-741-5269 (call or text) to discuss your child and reserve your spot!

Live Discussions with Kate Swenson, Carrie Cariello, and Adrian Wood on Facebook
2023-02-01 19:00 - 20:00 | MO
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice on her Facebook page for a live discussion with author Carrie Cariello, and Adrian Wood of Tales of an Educated Debutante.
Come watch and join comment along with the live discussion! Everyone welcome.
Finding Cooper’s Voice: https://www.facebook.com/findingcoopersvoice

Live Discussions with Carrie Cariello, Adrian Wood, and Kate Swenson on Facebook
2023-01-18 19:00 - 20:00 | MO
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live discussion with author of “What Color is Monday?”, Carrie Cariello and Adrian Wood, of Tales of an Educated Debutante on Carrie Cariello’s Facebook page.
Come watch and join comment along with the live discussion! Everyone welcome.
https://www.facebook.com/whatcolorismonday

Forever Parents, An Autism Support Group
2023-01-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Central Park Valley Creek A Room, 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury, MN, 55125, United States
Please join us at Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group with Kate Swenson from Finding Coopers Voice. This is an in-person event in Woodbury, Minnesota for parents and caregivers of children (any age) with disabilities. This will be a safe place for caregivers to discuss their experiences and share resources. This group will also provide caregivers with information, training and tools, and assist caregivers in building a supportive network. And most importantly, gives parents and caregivers a place to meet one another and connect, share, ask, and learn.
Adults Only. All parents and caregivers welcome.
You must register by Saturday 1/14/23 with who is attending. There is a limit of 30 slots available.
Any questions please reach out to Theresa Duffy at theduffy1028@gmail.com
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0e4fa4ac22abfb6-forever2
Save the Date: 3rd Week in March. Date is TBD.

Coop's Troop 'Snow Much Fun' Day Retreat! (Subscriber's Only)
2023-01-14 09:00 - 15:30 | Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch, 7291 County 6 Rd SW, Stewartville, MN, 55976, United States
Come Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a Coop’s Troop “Snow Much Fun” Day Retreat at Ironwood Springs Christian Ranch! Participate in all the winter activities that Ironwood has to offer.
This day is about participating in activities and experiences as a family. Ironwood Spring’s goal is to “support Coop’s Troop in every way, and to make accessible, fun-filled experiences for all who live with autism and their families. These type of experiences give all of us opportunities to express creativity, to spend time as a family, and to develop life skills in so many areas.”
Cost: $60.00 for Adults, $50.00 for children. *$25 non-refundable deposit is required at the time of reservation.

Registration: TBA

This event is for members of Kate’s Supporter Group on Facebook called Coop’s Troop.

Coop’s Troop is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troop, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Live With Adrian Wood, Carrie Cariello, and Kate Swenson on Facebook
2023-01-11 20:00 - 21:00 | MO
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live discussion with Adrian Wood of Tales of an Educated Debutante and author Carrie Cariello on Tales of an Educated Debutante’s Facebook page.
Come watch and join comment along with the live discussion! Everyone welcome.
https://www.facebook.com/talesofaneducateddebutante

Live Discussion with Kate Swenson, Adrian Wood, and Carrie Cariello (Subscriber Only)
2022-12-28 20:00 - 21:00 | MO
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a fun and live discussion with Adrian Wood of Tales of an Educated Debutante and Author Carrie Cariello on the Finding Cooper’s Voice Supporter page.
Come watch and join comment along with our a live discussion!
Coop’s Troops is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troops, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Live Interview on Tales of an Educated Debutante (Subscriber Only)
2022-12-21 17:00 - 18:00 | MO
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a fun and live discussion with Adrian Wood of Tales of an Educated Debutante and Author Carrie Cariello on the Tales of an Educated Debutantes Supporter page.
Come watch and join comment along with our a live discussion!
Must be a of Tales of Educated Debutantes supporter to watch.
https://www.facebook.com/talesofaneducateddebutante/support/

Meet & Greet with Kate Swenson in Victoria, MN
2022-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Chapter One Bookstore, 7924 Victoria Dr, Victoria, MN
Join us at Chapter One on Thursday, Nov. 17th at 7:00 PM to meet author Kate Swenson. You will have an opportunity to meet Kate, listen to her read part of her bestselling book, Forever Boy, and have an opportunity to have a copy of the book signed.
This event is free but does require registration.
REGISTER HERE

Forever Parents, An Autism Support Group
2022-11-16 18:30 - 20:00 | Lake Middle School, 3133 Pioneer Drive, Woodbury, MN, 55125, United States
Please join us at Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group with Kate Swenson from Finding Coopers Voice. This is an in-person event in Woodbury, Minnesota for parents and caregivers of children (any age) with disabilities. This will be a safe place for caregivers to discuss their experiences and share resources. This group will also provide caregivers with information, training and tools, and assist caregivers in building a supportive network. And most importantly, gives parents and caregivers a place to meet one another and connect, share, ask, and learn.
ADULTS ONLY. All parents and caregiver’s welcome.
There is a limit of 30 slots available.

Empowering Kids Presents Kate Swenson - Perham, Minnesota
2022-11-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Hub Auditorium, 200 5th St. SE, Perham, MN, 56573, United States
Empowering Kids Perham invites you to join parent and advocate Kate Swenson as she reflects back on her family’s journey through an autism diagnosis, early intervention, and transition to school services, and the emotional toll these processes can take on a family. In this presentation, she will discuss the transformation she made as not only a parent, but as a person, and the support that parents need from professionals, family members, and those within their community to help their family adjust to this new chapter of life.

To save your spot, please register at https://forms.gle/h5nitNo5geH3KE1x8

Cost: Free Will Donation
Date: November 3, 2022
6 pm | Doors Open
6:30 pm | Presentation- The Secret World of Autism
7:30 pm | Meet & Greet- Book Signing* & Light Refreshments
Location: Hub Auditorium (old Perham High School) – 200 5th St. SE, Perham, MN
*Kate’s bestselling book, Forever Boy, will be available for purchase at the event from The Willow Bookstore.

Chuck E. Cheese Sensory Friendly Halloween: Coop's Troops Members
2022-10-30 09:00 - 11:00 | MO
Chuck E. Cheese is proud to support families who have children with autism and other special needs. Through our Sensory Sensitive Sundays program we’re able to offer families a quieter dining and entertainment environment, dimmed lighting and a sensory-friendly arcade experience. Our sensory-friendly events also include a trained and caring staff to ensure each guest has a safe, fun-filled visit.
Join our Coop’s Troops families for 2 hours of fun! This event will take place in Minnesota.
This is a supporter member even only. To become a supporter click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

KIDS & DREAMS AUTISM CONFERENCE, Kearney Nebraska
2022-10-28 08:00 - 17:00 | Younes Conference Center, 416 Talmadge Street, Kearney, Nebraska, 68845
KIDS & DREAMS AUTISM CONFERENCE
OCTOBER 28, 2022 – YOUNES CONFERENCE CENTER IN KEARNEY
Kids & Dreams Autism Conference Update!! Registration is now open for our event on Friday, October 28th in Kearney. This year’s keynote speaker is Kate Swenson, founder of Finding Cooper’s Voice and the nonprofit, The More Than Project. Kate is a mother to four kids, a wife, and a proud Minnesotan. She writes and creates videos regularly about her life as a mother and an autism advocate for Facebook, Instagram, and her website, Finding Cooper’s Voice. Her book, Forever Boy, A Mother’s Memoir of Autism and Finding Joy, is available now and highlights the transformation that she went through after her son’s diagnosis. The first 50 individuals that register for the conference will get a FREE copy of her book!!

The cost to attend is $50 for students, $75 for individuals, $125 for couples and $100 for professionals wanting CEU’s. Please visit our website at http://www.kidsanddreams.org to learn more about the conference, our speakers and to register.

Author Meet & Greet, Barnes & Noble: Woodbury, MN
2022-10-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Barnes & Noble, 375 Radio Drive, Woodbury, MN, 55125
Join me at Barnes & Noble in Woodbury, Minnesota on Saturday, October 22 at 1:00 pm for a meet and greet with me and book signing. I will be sharing my favorite parts of the book and answering questions.

Rain Taxi's Twin Cities Book Festival
2022-10-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Minnesota State Fair Grounds, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN
The 2022 Twin Cities Book Festival takes place in-person on Saturday, October 15th from 10:00am to 5:00pm, free of charge! The festival offers all the joys of in-person browsing, meeting writers and publishers, and activities for readers age 1 to 101. Come visit me at my booth, grab a book, and get it signed. I am so excited to meet you!
UPDATE: I will be featured between 1:00 pm and 1:45 pm so to see me and have your book signed, please arrive by this time.
The TCBF is committed to being accessible to all, so we have never charged admission. Rain Taxi pays for the festival through individual donations, grant funding, and sponsors.
Covid-19 safety protocols will be in place, and mask-wearing is strongly encouraged.
