Autism Clinic Upcoming Live Events

Virtual training opportunities

Children’s Mercy is currently offering virtual educational opportunities for families, health care professionals and community professionals in place of our in-person educational trainings. All virtual sessions are free and you must register to attend.

If you are interested in a topic, please reserve a spot by sending an email to autism@cmh.edu. Thank you for helping us all keep safe.

Upcoming events

Autism Family (VIRTUAL) Training Series Presents:

Supporting Advocacy and Building Relationships with Your Medical Team & Therapists

Providing strong advocacy and fostering a collaborative relationship with the medical professionals and therapists that provide your child’s care is critical to getting the best care for them. This training will focus on effective communication and building partnerships that enhance care and support. Join Dr. deMarchena as she teaches interaction tips and strategies to maximize the value of your child’s appointments/therapies. You will have an opportunity to ask your specific questions LIVE.

When: Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenter: Sarah de Marchena, PhD

Training is free, registration is Required

Next Steps after an Autism Diagnosis

This training is intended for any family that has recently received an autism diagnosis - or has a diagnosis and has not yet had an opportunity to attend. Discussed will be the criteria for being diagnosed, therapies that can help some of the challenges, how to connect with services -and more. Invite anyone! Training is free, you must register to get the link. You will have an opportunity to ask your specific questions live.

When: Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.

Location: Virtual

Presenters: Maria Avitia, PhD, Robin Jordan, BSN, CPN, Mary Anne Hammond, BS

Training is free and registration is required.

Annual Children’s Mercy Autism Parent/Caregiver Conference

When: Monday, April 14, 2025

Time: 8:30 a.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Location: The Kauffman Foundation Conference Center
4801 Rockhill Rd, Kansas City, MO 64110

Registration Fee: $40, free for Admin only