Nevada’s leading non-profit supporting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities hosts 15th annual Beer Festival at Downtown Summerlin Sip, support and saunter this St. Patrick’s Day weekend! New Vista’s 15th annual ‘Brew’s Best’ Craft Beer Festival is back with an emerald-hued flair. The longest-running open-air beer festival in Southern Nevada … [Read more...] about New Vista Announces ‘Brew’s Best’ Craft Beer Festival On The Lawn at Downtown Summerlin
Autism spectrum
What to Do If You’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Autism in Las Vegas
Welcome to the journey of discovery, understanding, and advocacy. You, or a loved one, have just received an autism diagnosis, and it’s natural to feel a whirlwind of emotions - confusion, concern, and perhaps even relief at finally having a name for what you’ve been experiencing. While it might seem like you’ve been handed a complicated puzzle, know you’re not alone. This … [Read more...] about What to Do If You’ve Just Been Diagnosed with Autism in Las Vegas
Finding Love in the Autism World – A Special Workshop Aims at Helping Autistic Adults Navigate Love & Healthy Relationships
Finding love is not always easy for anyone, but for adults living with autism, this part of life can be especially challenging. But help is out there and it’s coming to Las Vegas. A special workshop called “ Dating Bootcamp - Spectrum Love” is scheduled to take place at the Nevada Donor Office at 2055 East Sahara Avenue, Las Vegas NV 89014 on Saturday, July 29th, … [Read more...] about Finding Love in the Autism World – A Special Workshop Aims at Helping Autistic Adults Navigate Love & Healthy Relationships
Special Performance: Blue Man Group Las Vegas Offers Sensory-Friendly Show at Luxor Hotel and Casino June 17 (w/ Video)
A portion of the ticket sales will go to Grant a Gift Autism Foundation Blue Man Group is bringing back the sensory-friendly version of its full-length show, ensuring everyone can experience the wonderous world of the Blue Men. The sensory-sensitive performance will take place Saturday, June 17 at 2 p.m. Tickets are specially priced at $36 for any seat, and can be … [Read more...] about Special Performance: Blue Man Group Las Vegas Offers Sensory-Friendly Show at Luxor Hotel and Casino June 17 (w/ Video)
New Vista to Host Wine Walk at Downtown Summerlin May 6
Nevada’s largest non-profit residential provider supporting individuals living with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities hosts a wine walk fundraiser May 6 Sip, stroll, repeat! New Vista, Nevada’s largest non-profit residential provider supporting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), continues its signature Wine Walk series at Downtown … [Read more...] about New Vista to Host Wine Walk at Downtown Summerlin May 6
New Vista Announces Wine Walk at Town Square Las Vegas
Nevada’s largest non-profit residential provider supporting individuals living with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities hosts wine walk fundraiser, 4/22 Put some ‘spring’ in your sips! New Vista, Nevada’s largest non-profit residential provider supporting individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), announces the return of its Wine Walk series … [Read more...] about New Vista Announces Wine Walk at Town Square Las Vegas
Celebrate National Blueberry Pancake Day Jan. 28 with Hash House A Go Go and Support Grant A Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center
$1 of every blueberry pancake sold January 28th and 29th will be donated in support Hash House A Go Go is celebrating National Blueberry Pancake Day (officially on January 28)in a big way as part of its continuous “give back with flapjacks” initiative. Hash House A Go Go will donate $1 from every popular twisted Blueberry buttermilk flapjack sold to support Grant A Gift … [Read more...] about Celebrate National Blueberry Pancake Day Jan. 28 with Hash House A Go Go and Support Grant A Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center
Sensory-Friendly New Year’s Eve Tips
Have you and your family decided how you will celebrate this New Year’s Eve? The thought of large crowds or loud fireworks may seem overwhelming or unappealing to those with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) but there are many other ways to enjoy the end-of-year holiday with your family. BlueSprig has created some tips for celebrating the new year in a sensory-friendly way … [Read more...] about Sensory-Friendly New Year’s Eve Tips
12th Annual Grant a Gift Gala Raises Two Million Plus Surprise One Million Dollar Pledge from MGM Resorts International
Esteemed local nonprofit Grant a Gift Autism Foundation – Ackerman Center hosted its 12th annual Grant A Gift Gala underneath the sparkling lights on the Allegiant Stadium field on Thursday (10/20) evening. The charity’s biggest fundraising event of the year was a huge success, with over 845 attending supporters who raised an astounding 2 million in donations … [Read more...] about 12th Annual Grant a Gift Gala Raises Two Million Plus Surprise One Million Dollar Pledge from MGM Resorts International