Help Autism Center

03/01/2026

02/12/2026

A Cognitive Connection, LLC
Disability Connections
We’re excited to share an upcoming Creative Workshop designed for individuals of all ages and abilities. Whether you love to paint or are just looking for a welcoming space to try something new, this event is about expression, inclusion, and fun.

📅 February 20, 2026
🕐 1 PM – 3 PM
📍 Create Room at Library 21C
Colorado Springs, CO

All materials are included, and a $10 donation is suggested to support scholarships that help expand access and opportunity within our community.

If you or someone you care for enjoys creative expression in an inclusive environment, we invite you to join.

Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/disability-connections-social-circles-february-creative-workshop

We’re excited to share an upcoming Creative Workshop designed for individuals of all ages and abilities. Whether you love to paint or are just looking for a welcoming space to try something new, this event is about expression, inclusion, and fun.

📅 February 20, 2026
🕐 1 PM – 3 PM
📍 Create Room at Library 21C
Colorado Springs, CO

All materials are included, and a $10 donation is suggested to support scholarships that help expand access and opportunity within our community.

If you or someone you care for enjoys creative expression in an inclusive environment, we invite you to join.

Register Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/disability-connections-social-circles-february-creative-workshop

02/10/2026

Autism Society of Colorado
🎟 We’re bringing a sensory-friendly, indoor experience for children to Colorado Springs. The Autism Society of Colorado is proud to host an inclusive event designed with comfort, accessibility, and community in mind. This indoor gathering offers a sensory-aware environment where individuals and families can participate, connect, and enjoy activities at their own pace.
Come meet the ZIGGY from the Switchbacks!

Join us in Colorado Springs for an engaging and affirming experience built for the homeschooling and neurodivergent community.

🎟 We’re bringing a sensory-friendly, indoor experience for children to Colorado Springs. The Autism Society of Colorado is proud to host an inclusive event designed with comfort, accessibility, and community in mind. This indoor gathering offers a sensory-aware environment where individuals and families can participate, connect, and enjoy activities at their own pace.
Come meet the ZIGGY from the Switchbacks!

Join us in Colorado Springs for an engaging and affirming experience built for the homeschooling and neurodivergent community.

02/10/2026

Regal
This is the Hollywood Theaters location near Main Event off Interquest
Open to the public
Join us for our My Way Matinee sensory friendly showing of GOAT on February 21 at select Regal locations 🐐

🎟️Get ticket and showtime information here: https://regmovi.es/3ZzQ3xn

Join us for our My Way Matinee sensory friendly showing of GOAT on February 21 at select Regal locations 🐐

🎟️Get ticket and showtime information here: https://regmovi.es/3ZzQ3xn

02/03/2026

Please see the toolkit from The Arc in Jefferson County previously posted and in the comments.
From Family Voices Colorado
‼️HCPF has been on a roll and the team at Family Voices wanted to give you a digestible breakdown of what’s already been put into place and everything else that’s on the horizon.

We are currently covering the memos that were most recently released — if there’s something not included here, please stay tuned as we await confirmation of any other changes to come.

The direct links to each HCPF memo and slide are listed below:

1️⃣ Direct Care Calculator + “Age Appropriate Standards” -https://hcpf.colorado.gov/sites/hcpf/files/HCPF%20OM%2026-001%20Direct%20Care%20Services%20Calculator%20and%20Age-Appropriate%20Task%20Standards.pdf

2️⃣ “Soft Caps” on Services -https://hcpf.colorado.gov/sites/hcpf/files/HCPF%20OM%2026-003%20Implementation%20of%20Soft%20Caps%20on%20Personal%20Care%2C%20Homemaker%2C%20and%20Health%20Maintenance%20Activities%20%28HMA%29.pdf

3️⃣ Homemaker Limits -https://hcpf.colorado.gov/sites/hcpf/files/HCPF%20OM%2026-004%20Implementation%20of%20Caregiver%20Limits%20on%20Homemaking%20Services%20Provided%20by%20Legally%20Responsible%20Persons.pdf

4️⃣ Community Connector Changes -https://hcpf.colorado.gov/sites/hcpf/files/HCPF%20OM%2026-005%20Updates%20to%20Community%20Connector%20Rate%2C%20Policy%2C%20and%20Limits%20in%20the%20Children%27s%20Extensive%20Supports%20%28CES%29%20%26%20Children%27s%20Habilitative%20Residential%20Program%20%28CHRP%29%20Waivers.pdf

5️⃣ IRSS Rate Changes -https://hcpf.colorado.gov/sites/hcpf/files/HCPF%20OM%2026-002%20Individual%20Residential%20Services%20and%20Supports%20%28IRSS%29%20Rate%20Alignment%20Guidance.pdf

Finally, we are here to help. Please take time to prepare, plan, and breathe. We are all in this together and will continue to advocate for our community ❤️💙

02/03/2026

Autism Society of Colorado
Vendor Call for Walk With Autism – Denver!
🎟 Join us at Berkeley Lake Park on September 19, 2026, for the Denver Walk With Autism! We're now accepting vendor resource registrations.
✨ Choose your space based on your operational budget.
⏳ Vendor registration closes Friday, September 11th—don’t wait!
🔗 Sign up https://www.autismcolorado.org/wwa

Vendor Call for Walk With Autism – Denver!
🎟 Join us at Berkeley Lake Park on September 19, 2026, for the Denver Walk With Autism! We're now accepting vendor resource registrations.
✨ Choose your space based on your operational budget.
⏳ Vendor registration closes Friday, September 11th—don’t wait!
🔗 Sign up on our website

01/17/2026

Autism Society of Colorado
🏀Autism Acceptance Group Night with the Denver Nuggets 🏀

Join us as the Denver Nuggets take on the New York Knicks for a special night in support of autism acceptance!

📅 Friday, March 6, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Ball Arena

🎟️ $5 of every ticket sold through the link benefits Autism Society of Colorado

✨ Bonus: Once 50 tickets are sold, buyers will be entered for a special pre-game experience!

🎫 Get tickets: nuggets.ksetickets.com/autismacceptance
Seats are limited—grab yours early!

🏀Autism Acceptance Group Night with the Denver Nuggets 🏀

Join us as the Denver Nuggets take on the New York Knicks for a special night in support of autism acceptance!

📅 Friday, March 6, 2026
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Ball Arena

🎟️ $5 of every ticket sold through the link benefits Autism Society of Colorado

✨ Bonus: Once 50 tickets are sold, buyers will be entered for a special pre-game experience!

🎫 Get tickets: nuggets.ksetickets.com/autismacceptance
Seats are limited—grab yours early!

01/16/2026

Take Action: Speak Up about Why Cuts to Medicaid are Harmful!
The Arc in Jefferson County

When you introduce yourself, include that you are a constituent. This is something used when talking to Legislators. HW

It is important that our legislators understand that cuts to Colorado Medicaid services for people with disabilities will be harmful to our community.

Here’s how you can tell Colorado Legislators what Colorado Medicaid means to you and others by email.

Starting in 2026, the elected officials who represent us in the Colorado legislature are going to be making difficult decisions about Medicaid spending in the upcoming years.  

01/05/2026

Denver Botanic Gardens
LOW-SENSORY Blossoms of Light one-night only on Jan. 6, 5-8 p.m. . ✨

💡 Light and sound are adjusted to subdue the highest sensory features, including a stationary light tunnel, amphitheater display and feature tree.
💖 Capacity is reduced to create a more relaxed atmosphere.
❄️ A digital, downloadable Sensory Guide: Map and Key helps guests plan their visit by sharing the light, sound, movement and human interaction levels of the event’s main features.

Get your tickets and learn more: https://bit.ly/4p0P6ss

Produced with support from the Autism Society of Colorado

LOW-SENSORY Blossoms of Light one-night only on Jan. 6, 5-8 p.m. . ✨

💡 Light and sound are adjusted to subdue the highest sensory features, including a stationary light tunnel, amphitheater display and feature tree.
💖 Capacity is reduced to create a more relaxed atmosphere.
❄️ A digital, downloadable Sensory Guide: Map and Key helps guests plan their visit by sharing the light, sound, movement and human interaction levels of the event’s main features.

Get your tickets and learn more: https://bit.ly/4p0P6ss

Produced with support from the Autism Society of Colorado .

12/30/2025

Autism Society of Colorado and Denver Botanic Gardens
We’re excited to partner with Denver Botanic Gardens for a Sensory-Friendly Night at Blossoms of Light 🌸✨
📅 January 6, 2025
⏰ 5–8 p.m.
This special evening offers a more inclusive experience with reduced sensory input, so individuals and families can enjoy the gardens at their own pace.
🎟️ Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance: https://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/blossoms-light-sensory-friendly-night

We’re excited to partner with Denver Botanic Gardens for a Sensory-Friendly Night at Blossoms of Light 🌸✨
📅 January 6, 2025
⏰ 5–8 p.m.
This special evening offers a more inclusive experience with reduced sensory input, so individuals and families can enjoy the gardens at their own pace.
🎟️ Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance: https://www.botanicgardens.org/events/special-events/blossoms-light-sensory-friendly-night (link in bio)

12/28/2025

Please vote for Help Autism Center
About us
Since 2005 have helped hundreds of families find the resources for services and therapies. Started the Help Autism Service Dogs program, late 2022. Have placed 4 Service Dogs in 2 years. Goal for 2026 to place 8 more Service Dogs. Along with working on a project to open a ranch, focusing on housing for autism and other disabilities.
Voting closes this Tuesday, December 30th at MyGivingCircle and we could be sharing in a guaranteed grant with your help at the link below: