Virtual Race Across Greater WI
Our Spectrum of Colors Virtual Race celebrates the pest parts of the season, highlighting everything from the changing tree colors, apple picking, pumpkin carving, to the retuen of caramel apples, cider & pumpkin spice!
Our 2024, 4 week challenge, will begin on Saturday, September 14th and continue through Sunday, October 13th.
Fishing Has No Boundaries
September 14, 2024
Join us for a day of fun, fishing and camaraderie at the Lake Wissota Event Center in Chippewa Falls!
No Fishing license or experience needed.
CVSO Passport to Relaxed Music Concert
September 21st at 10:30 at the Pablo Center at the Confluence
Join CVSO for a trip around the world in this concert for all ages! This short concert (around 45 minutes) is welcoming to patrons of all ages with sensory sensitivities, young children, and others who would appreciate a more informal concert environment. Come as you are, be yourself, and enjoy these musical selections from around the world! General admission.
Tickets: $5/person, including fees.
Calm Down Toolbox Workshop (FREE)
Who: Parents and children who are ages 10 and under
What: An interactive class for families to help kids learn to calm themselves.
When: Thursday, September 26th 5-6pm.
Where: River Source Family Center 403 N High Street Chippewa Falls, WI 54729
How: Email riversource@fsccf.org or call 715-720-1841.
Space is limited so sign up today!
DSAW-Chippewa Valley 18th Annual Awareness Walk
Sunday, September 29th from 10:30-1:30 at Irvine Park
We are so excited to be in person again this year for our 18th Annual DSAW-Chippewa Valley Down Syndrome Awareness Walk at Irvine Park on Sunday, September 29!!
With the support of our generous friends like you, we were able to host events for caregivers and individuals with Down syndrome, send new and expectant parent packs at no cost to parents who received a Down syndrome diagnosis, and so much MORE in 2023! WOW - thank you! We rely on the incredible support of our community to make DSAW-Chippewa Valley's services happen. The majority of our programs and events are fully funded by this annual Awareness Walk, and we need YOU to help make them happen. Join us!
Looking Ahead to OCTOBER!
Outlaw Farms
Come and celebrate fall with us!
Enjoy a fun afternoon with DSAW at Outlaw Farms in Fall Creek. They have an extensive animal collection - both for petting and viewing. Plus, we will get to decorate pumpkins!
When: Saturday, October 12, 2024, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Outlaw Farms, E16755 Scenic Dr, Fall Creek, WI 54742
Do you need a break?
Join us on the first Monday of every month at our office and participate in our Wind-Down Nights support group! We will be providing respite care for parents and caregivers who would like to spend some time asking questions or talking through their issues as a group. This is a time for parents and caregivers to relax and ask any questions they have on their mind.
Our staff members will be present to help you with your questions and concerns. This is a great opportunity to build our community and support one another—Remember, every question you have is important, as it affects not only your loved ones, but also your personal well-being! Come out to chat, ask questions, or just take a break and talk with us.
Attendees are required to remain at the event as long as respite care is being provided for their child/care recipient.
Contact us with any questions you may have, and we hope to see you there!
ADHD Peer Resource & Support Group
Resource and support group for those who care for and support people with ADHD (diagnosed or undiagnosed) - parents, caregivers, partners, spouses, teachers, etc. Join to share resources and make connections. All are welcome. Meeting will be in Room 104 in library and facilitated by Kate Holmes Thompson, ADHD coach and parent.
L.E. Phillips Memorial Library
Wednesday, September 4th 6-7:30pm
Family Support Group & Walk
NAMI Chippewa Valley is hosting this year's NAMIWalk on Saturday, October 5th at Carson Park in Eau Claire, WI.
FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS
Family Support Groups are free, peer-led support groups for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. The group offers insight into the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. This is not for the individual themselves but for family and friends who support them.
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For first time participants, feel free to call 715-450-6484 or email info@namicv.org the NAMI Chippewa Valley office for further details.
1st Thursday of every month
6:30PM - 8:00PM
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Located at Banbury Place in the Gillette Conference Room
800 Wisconsin St. Building #2D
Eau Claire, WI 54703
Autism Parenting Summit: FREE
This FREE online event, from October 11 - 14, 2024, offers expert speaker sessions on the topics that matter most to you.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to get the support you need. To join us, hit the logo and discover how you can improve the lives of your child and family.
UCP of West Central Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Center for Independent Living for Western Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Parent to Parent of Wisconsin FaceBook Page
Are you on FaceBook and looking to connect with other families about issues important to you?
The following FaceBook Groups are local, parent led and share information and resources.
SNAPS EC: Special Needs and Parenting Support Group
Autism Society Greater Wisconsin West Central Region
Chippewa Falls Special Parents
Parents of Adult Children in Transition (PACT- A Disablity Parenting Group)
Communication Options for Families
Ask your Child's IEP manager for a copy.
Introduction to Special Education
The team will decide if your child qualifies for special education. If your child qualifies, the team will make a written plan for your child. The plan is called an Individualized Education Program or IEP. The team is called the IEP team.
Family Resource Guide
Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District Department of Pupil Services and Special Education
Preparing for an IEP Meeting
Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District Family Services Special Education
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Email: griffihd@chipfalls.org
Website: http://cfsd.chipfalls.k12.wi.us/district/Special_Education.cfm
Location: 1345 Ridgewood Drive, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA
Phone: 715-726-2785 3030
Twitter: @ChippewaFallsSD