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Restaurant Nights
Thank you for supporting our restaurant night fundraisers.
Our upcoming restaurant nights are:
Culvers
Greenfield
June 19
August 21
5 pm to 8 pm
Orange Leaf
Greenfield
July 24
10 am to 10 pm
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New Palestine McDonald's August 27 5 pm to 8 pm Hope to see you there! |
Fundraising Volunteers Needed
Do you enjoy getting out and about talking to new people? Like to give back to your community? FUSE is looking for a few good men and women who would like to assist with some of our fundraising events. Volunteers are needed to work with planning committees to go out and share information about our fundraisers with potential event sponsors. If you are interested in assisting with securing sponsors for our fundraisers and programs, please contact Amy Borgmann at 317-462-9064 or [email protected]. |
Survey Participants Needed
-adapted from an email from
The Arc of Indiana
The Arc of Indiana is seeking families/guardians who would be willing to participate in a telephone survey regarding the service system for individuals, ages 18 and over, who have an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD) and a co-occurring mental/behavioral health challenge.
The phone survey will be conducted by the University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability-The Center for START Services on behalf of FSSA's Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services.
While an online survey is also being conducted, the phone surveys are very important to this project. If you have a child, age 18 or over, with both I/DD and mental/behavioral health challenges, and you have experienced challenges trying to find services and supports for their child and their family, they want to talk with you.
Individuals interested in participating in the phone survey can contact Jill Ginn, Manager of The Arc Advocacy Network, [email protected] or 317-224-0248.
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Medicaid Disability /SSI Changes
-reprinted from an email
from Family Voices Indiana
Family Voices Indiana has been getting calls from families being auto-enrolled in Medicaid Disability due to the fact that their child receives SSI.
We have previously posted information that families have freedom of choice to remain on HHW if they are eligible and not receiving home and community based services through the waiver program:
http://fvindiana.blogspot.com/2014/04/information-about-freedom-of-choice.html
We sought clarification from FSSA about what families should do to remain on Hoosier Healthwise if they are eligible and wish to do so:
Individuals do have the option to opt to another category of Medicaid if eligible. To make this request, families should contact the Division of Family Resources (DFR). Families can contact their local DFR office by logging on to: http://in.gov/fssa/dfr/2999.htm and entering their zip code, or search by county. Families can also contact DFR by telephone at 1-800-403-0864.
Families are welcome to contact Family Voices Indiana for help with this process. There are issues families should consider in choosing the type of Medicaid their child receives.
317 944 8982 or [email protected]
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Give a Voice Program Offers Communication Devices to People with AutismAn informational alert prepared by Fifth Freedom Information courtesy of the National Autism Association National Autism Association's "Give A Voice" Program offers communication devices to people with Autism who are non-verbal
Apply by June 15 The National Autism Association has announced their newest program, "Give A Voice". This program provides assistive communication devices for people with Autism who are non-verbal or minimally verbal, and whose communication challenges put them at increased risk of injury or harm. The program provides a 16GB iPad Mini, a protective case, and an Avatalker AAC Augmentative and Alternative Communication Software app. Eligibility requirements include: - Only parents or legal guardians may apply on behalf of their child/adult with Autism
- The individual you are applying for must be 4 years old or older
- The individual you are applying for must have an Autism Spectrum Disorder with documentation from a physician
- You must also provide a current evaluation/recommendation from a speech/language professional
There is very limited funding for this program, so if this is something that you or your family member needs, apply now. For complete eligibility requirements and to apply, download the application here: http://fifthfreedom.org/u/u5 For questions, contact the National Autism Association
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Answers for Autism Bike Ride
Answers for Autism Bike Ride is scheduled for July 19 from 6:30 am to 2:00 pm. The ride includes a 40-mile, 20-mile ride and a 1-mile family friendly bicycle ride to raise funds and increase awareness of autism. There will be children's activities before and after the 1-mile family friendly ride (face painting, arts and crafts, sensory activities) and most importantly, information on issues surrounding autism. COST:
- 40-mile ride: $35.00
- 1-mile Family Friendly ride: $10.00
Times:
- 40-mile Registration: 6:00 -7:30 am
- 40-mile Ride Start: 8:00 am
- 1-mile Family Friendly Ride Registration: 7:30-8:30 am
- 1-mile Family Friendly Ride Start: 9:00 am
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Taste of Hancock County September 13, 2014 4 pm to 10 pm Courthouse Square Greenfield Featuring Duke Tumatoe and the Power Trio and our headliner Beatles tribute band The Cavern Beat 
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Remember FUSE when doing your estate planning!
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We hope all of our FUSE families have gotten off to a fun and busy summer! We have received lots of information and resources over the past few weeks, so we decided an early version of the June FUSE Ink was in order. Here's what's happening in and around Central Indiana!
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Family Picnic in Shelby County Sunday
Well we had the first ever family picnic in the rain in Hancock County last Monday. Sounds like our weather is going to be better for the Shelby County picnic coming up on Sunday, June 8!
FUSE will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, buns and paper products. Families will each pitch in a side dish and a small dessert item. We will plan to eat first and after the meal families are invited to stay around and socialize while the kids run and play or just enjoy the park atmosphere. Feel free to bring outdoor games or sporting equipment that your family would like to play or share with the group.
We really want to grow the Shelby County meetings, s please spread the word to other families you know who might like to learn more about FUSE! The picnic will be a great informal way to meet other families and learn about how FUSE can help their family with information and support needs.
*Please note the Shelby County picnic is on a SUNDAY to help accommodate some of our families whose schedules conflict on Mondays
Sunday, June 8
6:00 to 8:00 pm
Kennedy Park
200 Minister Dr
Shelbyville IN 46176
Register for the Shelby County picnic here
The playground at Kennedy Park is a fully accessible playground designed for kids of all abilities to play together, so please spread the word to other families in Shelby County and encourage them to attend!
The picnic will replace our regular meeting, and we take July off, so the next regular meeting will be August 11 back at the Shelby County Public Library.
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Cruisin' For FUSE Charity Motorcycle Ride in June
It's almost time to ride! The second annual Cruisin' for FUSE Charity Motorcycle Ride will take place on June 21, 2014. The ride will originate at Nine Star Connect at 2243 E. Main Street, Greenfield, IN with registration at 9:30 and kickstands up at 10:30, riding to Cammack Station and back. Registration is $25 per bike and $5 for a rider, which includes a T-shirt.
The Pacers Cheerleaders will be on hand during registration. Motorcycle stunt riders will provide entertainment after the ride and BBQ Pork with your favorite side dishes will be available for lunch for $7. A silent auction with great items from local retailers and collectibles will take place after the ride as well.
Riders who choose to may raise at least $100 by getting pledges and have their registration fee waived. This option gives riders an opportunity to increase the fundraising to help FUSE provide information and support to families raising children with special needs! Download a pledge form at www.fuseinc.org. For more information or to register, call Amy Borgmann at 317-462-9064.
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ASD Services of Indiana Open in Fortville
ASD Services of Indiana is opening in Fortville!
ASD Services of Indiana (Autism Spectrum Disorder Services) provides ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy in the home, the community, or in one of their center based programs to address communication and behavioral issues.
ASD Services is working with the vast majority of insurance providers and will work with families to facilitate coverage for an ABA program and Autism Services. ASD Services has recently started providing waiver services for Behavior Management, CIH waiver, IBI and Respite services through the Medicaid waiver. If you or someone you know has waiver services contact ASD Services to see how they can help.
Visit ASD Services of Indiana at their Fortville location open house this Saturday, June 7, at 406 Maple Street in Fortville. The open house is 10 am to 1 pm, with a special educational presentation about ABA therapy scheduled from 12 pm to 1 pm. You can download an open house flyer by clicking this link.
ASD Services also has summer programs scheduled for June and July. Two different sessions will be available. Click the session titles below for a description and enrollment information.
Summer Tune Up for Math, Reading, & Handwriting
Summer Social Skills and Life Skills Training
For more information, contact Leah McKenzie, MS, BCBA, at 317-695-7876 or [email protected]
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Plan to Watch the Most Amazing Adaptive Sport on the Planet!
USPSA MK Battery Championship Cup Series
Champions-Presidents-Founders 2014
June 13-15, 2014
It is an exciting game with two-20 minute halves and played with a 13" soccer ball. Indianapolis is the host city for an amazing event that begins on June 13, and we hope you have an opportunity to come out to watch and become a fan! Power Soccer is an adapted sport where athletes play soccer in power wheelchairs, using a metal foot guard to maneuver, pass and kick the ball. The game of POWER SOCCER is highly energized and fast-paced. This is an incredible game played by persons with all types of disabilities, such as muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, stroke, and more.
The MK Battery Conference Cup Series is the final games of the season, and the athletes will be playing for the championship win for three conferences that will be hosted here in Indy this June. The Cup Series is scheduled June 13-15th, 2014 and will take place at the Incrediplex, 6002 Sunnyside Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46236.
Come out to watch and become a fan of Power Soccer!
For more information go to: www.powersoccerofindy or call 317-706-8977
Read more about this event by downloading this flyer
 
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Changing Hearts--New Resource for Rush and Decatur County Families
Changing Hearts is an up and coming not for profit organization serving Rush and Decatur county families of children with special needs. Their mission is to sponsor community and private events with a focus that promotes access and opportunity for children with special needs to participate to their fullest ability in a bully free environment. Changing Hearts will also work with other local agencies to provide families needed support. As Changing Hearts grows, they will strive to work with other community groups to see more services for families with special needs brought to rural areas.
On June 18 Changing Hearts is hosting Family Nutrition Night at 6pm at the Eagles in Rushville. Guest speaker will be Tonya Campbell. They are having fruit kabobs that kids can make from fruits of their choice, Tonya is going to share information on healthy choices and knows families have several discriminate eaters. There will also be a brief Be Active Zumba session! Open to all ages.
Join their Facebook group to learn more about upcoming events. Click the link to join!
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Hancock County 4-H Fair Offers Midway Specials
The Hancock County 4-H Fair is just around the corner! Fair dates are June 20-27. On Wednesday, June 25, from 1-3 pm the fair is offering FREE carnival rides to youth with disabilities and youth who are disadvantaged or at risk, so be sure to spread the word to families you know who might want to participate in this special ride time. Other carnival specials include:
Friday, June 20th - Midnight Madness Wristband Special 9pm - Midnight $10 Saturday, June 21st - Wristband Special 4pm - Close $18 Sunday, June 22nd - Family Day Wristband Special 3pm - Close $15 Monday, June 23rd - Wristband Special 5pm - Close $18 Tuesday, June 24th - Wristband Special 5pm - Close $18 Wednesday, June 25th - Kids Day Wristband Noon - Close $12 Thursday, June 26th - Special Midway for Disabled/Disadvantaged/At Risk Youth 1pm - 3pm AND
Community Day/Food Drive (1 Canned Good = 1 Free Ticket (no limit) 5pm to 10pm)
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Facebook Friends Change Your Settings
Do you follow us on Facebook but feel like you miss seeing our posts? Well, you just might! Facebook has been using an algorithm for quite a while now which impacts how many of our page friends actually see the things we post. To be sure you don't miss out on any of our posts, just do the following.
Go to the FUSE Facebook page. Be sure you have clicked the "Like" button and the Following button. To make sure you know EVERY time we post and don't miss anything, you can also click the drop down arrow beside the Liked symbol, and then click on Notifications. Each time we post it will show up on your Notification bar, and you can click the post to view it. Your screen should look like this when you are done.
If you have questions just leave us a message on our page!
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Legacy Cinema in Greenfield Offering Free Sensory Friendly Films This Summer
The Legacy Cinema in Greenfield is hosting a free sensory friendly show as part of their annual Free Family Film Festival.
Every Wednesday between June 4th - July 30th at 12:30pm, Legacy Cinema will host a show dedicated toward individuals with autism and their families, as well as other children with sensory processing challenges. A special showing every week will have an auditorium with the lights up, the sound turned down, and audience members are invited to enjoy the film in a safe and accepting environment (seating is limited).
The remaining film lineup for June is June 11 The Croods (PG), June 18 Epic (PG), and June 25 Despicable Me 2 (PG). Click here to check the Legacy Theater's website for the rest of the summer line up.
FUSE wants to say a special thank you and congratulations to Greenfield-Central High School students Kaylee Tutrow and Courtney Gill, who approached the theater with a proposal for sensory friendly films. These young ladies are members of the Best Buddies club at GCHS. Way to be awesome advocates for your buddies and all children with sensory needs ladies!
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Assistive Technology Trainings Summer 2014
The following trainings are being offered this summer by
Beth Waite, MA-CCC/SLP-ATP
Excite! Invite! Engage! Using the iPad with Children with Special Needs
June 26th, 9-11:30 Indianapolis
July 15th, 9-11:30, Greenwood
Lights!Camera!Wait! What You Need to
Know Before Creating Video Learning
July 16th, 9-11:30 Greenwood Only
Augmentative Communication and the iPad: Making it Work
June26th, 1-3:30 Indianapolis
July 15th 1-3:30 Greenwood
Apps for Video Modeling
July 16th, 1-3:30 Greenwood Only
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Wishing you all a safe and happy summer!
Denise Arland
Executive Director
FUSE, Inc.
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