Technology, as always, offers opportunities and challenges. The education sphere has its own special needs. Let's get together to talk, share stories, and learn from each other. What makes students tick? What works when working with(in) institutions? How can technology help? Where are the opportunities to help the students? How can we help improve education?

This meetup, for some, will provide a safe space to begin the journey in understanding how children with special needs change our lives - and for others, it will provide a place for advancing our knowledge as we continue our journey along side the special people in our lives. Meetings will explore: special education law, parental/custodial advocacy, networking for change, networking for support, parental insight into diagnoses, special education services and placement in public schools (FAPE), …

The mission of QSEPG is to promote in the community and school system attitudes and practices that are inclusive to children/students with disabilities. Ensuring that parents are knowledgeable of their rights and responsibilities under the Individuals with Disability Education Act “(IDEA”) and other statutes and regulations. If you have a child living with special needs in Queens, NY, we welcome you to join us today! If you have a special needs child in any other borough, please contact me and I …

CHADD-the nation's premiere organization serving children and adults with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (AD/HD). CHADD has over 20,000 members in 200 local affiliates throughout the US CHADD affiliates like Monmouth Ocean CHADD offer support for individuals, parents, teachers, professionals and others. CHADD is a membership organization, produces the bi-monthly ATTENTION! Magazine (for members) and sponsors an annual conference. The National Resource Center (NCR) on AD/HD is the CDC ( …

~ F e a t u r e d   S p o n s o r ~ The Total Social Commerce & Marketing Solution for Small Business If you're in a 'small-to-medium business'...you need this! These are the regular great monthly rates for each subscription! Regular Price: $2297 Now only $97 One Time For A "Platinum Membership" Special Limited Time Offer...Only 1000 To Sell...And, they're going fast! Click HERE for a members only limited time special offer! Like to have a FREE Fanpage Toolkit subscription?! Click HERE to …

This group is for D/s & BDSM lovers who want to meet real down to earth BDSM/Fetish lovers in a safe conducive environment. We will have monthly meet and greets.Sub groups for people with special interest will meet as needed. This is a member-driven group lifestylers, novice and pros are all welcome to join.

This meetup group is all about learning how to trade FOREX and Futures (and any other market).  Let's share how we trade and hope to learn from each other. We hope it will serve as a great starting point if you are new to currency trading, in addition help advanced traders share ideas and techniques regarding the currency market. The Chicago Currency Trading group will be lead by Saul Shaoul, CME Group Floor Member, Trader and Trading Mentor. What to expect from this group: Educational Meet-up …

As director of a pediatric therapy clinic in Manhattan, I have committed to offering support to our community, through monthly seminars and providing information on updated news and events that impact the children and families we work with. Please visit us at www.ctdtherapy.com for further information

As a second generation, Staten Island breast cancer survivor with a daughter raised on Staten Island, breast cancer education and support is near and dear to my heart. I am a breast cancer survivor of 4 years. April 11, 2011 was my 4th year anniversity. My mom was a breast cancer survivor of over 40 years, unfortunately she died last summer.  I was in my early 20's and a college student when she was diagnosed. My daughter was only 15 and a high school student when I was diagnosed. I remembered a …

The purpose of organizing this meetup group is to create a network of educated real estate investors and professionals who want to get together on a regular basis to discuss their real estate deals, play cashflow board games and network with expert investors. This group is here to so that we can share experiences and resources so that you can feel confident and comfortable taking advantage of this fantastic buyer’s market in Real Estate. In this group, you will walk away with: •  Access to great …

As a startup solo-preneur myself at http://facebook.com/learnosaurus I often run into a lot of things that can be solved by talking them out and bouncing ideas off others. I don't have an official advisory board, and it's often difficult to snag enough dedicated people to show up on a regular basis. So this is my proposed solution. Come one, come all, founders and partners of startups in NYC that are education-based. We can act as our own "mutual" advisory board and share war-stories about lega …

Whether you are hoping to learn more about parenting techniques, information about school, educational and community issues, or whether you are looking for your own support and self-care around caring for these sometimes difficult to parent children, this group is intended for you so come gain support and learn about the realities of parenting a child with autism or ADHD

Our group is a Social Network for the Special Needs Community and their parents/guardians to come together to socialize with each other. There are scheduled events happening in New Jersey... Such as Dances, Movies, Beach Parties, Bowling, Parent Meetings, Support Group, etc. This is a private meetup site. It’s for families who still have a family member with Special Needs living with them. We want our meet up site to be a nice friendly atmosphere. We would like a picture of yourself or your fami …

Support group for special needs families to share life experience community events and experience.

MyGOAL Autism exists to support Individuals and Families with Autism. We host family and Siblings support groups, Stress management programs, and Educational Conferences. Our mission is to restore hope through education and empowerment. If you are parent, caregiver or an individual with autism or a professional, you are invited to join us.

I am a speech-language pathologist currently working in a private special needs school in New York City. My experience has taught me that the greatest hope we have in helping children and teens with special needs is working together - parents, educators, therapists, siblings, doctors. Though we are all in this together, many often feel isolated. Many do not have enough information on how to navigate the day-to-day as well as the future ahead. Many feel overwhelmed with too much information. I am …

This is a support group for parents of children and teens with special needs. This group offers you a way to reduce your isolation and get support from other parents who understand the challenges and rewards of parenting a child with special needs.

I am a speech-language pathologist currently working in a private special needs school in New York City. My experience has taught me that the greatest hope we have in helping children and teens with special needs is working together - parents, educators, therapists, siblings, doctors, etc. Though we are all in this together, many often feel isolated. Many do not have enough information on how to navigate the day-to-day as well as the future ahead. Many feel overwhelmed with too much information. …

This group is for PhotoManhattan students and alumni to keep up to date on all events and specials taking place at PhotoManhattan.

Financial freedom is just a decision away! Investing in Real Estate is the most secure way to invest as long as you know what you’re doing. There are four pillars of real estate investing Wholesaling, Fix and Flip, buy and hold, and Money lending. This group is aimed for beginners and seasoned investors: Beginners- If you’re a beginner that’s looking to start working with professional investors that are willing to give you the support to help you succeed and the training that is essential to you …

A group for fitness trainers aspiring fitness trainers who would like to engage in discussion, exchange views, increase knowledge, network, as well as learn more about medical fitness and sports medicine.  Meetings will be held on Saturday mornings in Midtown Manhattan in a brand new, state of the art, comprehensive medical fitness facility - the only medical fitness facility in New York and the most comprehensive integrative health facility in the U.S.  The group discussions will be moderated b …

If your child has a Learning Difference(Disability) and they feel like they are the only one struggling, THIS is the group for them. If you are a parent of a child who struggles and feel there isn't anyone out there who understands, THIS is the group for you!  Lets get together and share our experiences, offer advice and let our children know how very special they are!

This is a group for mothers of children with autism or related developmental disorders to get together and share experiences, resources and strategies for their children and support each other through a shared experience which can sometimes be very isolating. We will have our first meeting as soon as we have sufficient interest - 10+ members. I look forward to helping parents connect. PS: Although we are called "Moms of..", Dads are very welcome to join us.

The Technology Special Interest Group (Tech-SIG) educates the members of the Somerset County Business Partnership (Chamber of Commerce) and the business community on where technology is going and how it can impact their business by meeting regularly to share best practices and offering educational workshops. Learn more about he SCBP at http://SCBP.org

Beso is an affordable neighborhood group . We are here to engage anyone interested in food, entertainment and great conversation about anything under the sun. We host different events from mom's night out, lesbian speeding dating or anything else that looks like fun. We believe food, drinks and good people can sooth the soul and build a diverse community.

This group is for anyone who has been struggling with aches and pains, a lack of positive energy and vitality, or stress that is getting in the way of simply enjoying life to the fullest. Getting back to your natural state of wellness, joy and vitality doesn't have to be a seemingly impossible struggle anymore. This meetup is devoted to introducing a new way of thinking and relating to the world and life in general. No special education, skill or knowledge is required to make quick shifts within …

This group is designed for anyone who has a child with a Language Disorder. We finally have a support group in New York City! These Meet-ups are designed as lectures, with guest speakers and support staff. Each month we will bring in lectures in the field of developmental delays to give a presentation with Q and A sessions. Looking forward to meeting you all!

This is a group for anyone who would like help organizing and understanding their finances. As a divorcee who once struggled with understanding matters related to money, I am interested in helping those with similar issues. I learned the hard way that “managing” my money was just as important as “making” money. I am now a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), and Entrepreneur who volunteers time helping others in reaching their business and financial goals (with …