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
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Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada to Celebrate 35th Anniversary at Annual Festival of Trees and Lights Gala
Holiday tradition returns to gala setting; incorporates special viewing event for families with young children Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada (DSOSN), the leading nonprofit organization and primary source of education, information, and support for Southern Nevada families with Down syndrome and other Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD), will … [Read more...] about Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada to Celebrate 35th Anniversary at Annual Festival of Trees and Lights Gala
Nevada Community Health Center Opened and Autism Cares Launched
New organization to assist the underserved in the community with healthcare The Nevada Community Health Center (NCHC), a nonprofit with established by physicians, professionals, and community leaders will serve the uninsured and underserved community in Southern Nevada. Established on November 9, 2020, NCHC will focus on the socioeconomically disadvantaged, and low-income … [Read more...] about Nevada Community Health Center Opened and Autism Cares Launched
Tree of Life Dispensary Launches Cannabis with a Cause
Dispensary Donates 70% of Proceeds to Local Charities Tree of Life Dispensary provides an easy, safe, and engaging environment to those looking to buy cannabis, as well donating back 70% of its profits back to the community. The trusted dispensary is committed to providing patients with high-quality cannabis at an affordable price, and offers a broad selection of … [Read more...] about Tree of Life Dispensary Launches Cannabis with a Cause
HELP of Southern Nevada Commemorates 2021 Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Youth Program Graduates
Earlier this week, HELP of Southern Nevada, a local non-profit dedicated to assisting Southern Nevada’s most vulnerable individuals, recognized 22 of its Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Youth Program students who graduated high school or an occupation training program over the past year. The celebratory event featured food, games and raffle … [Read more...] about HELP of Southern Nevada Commemorates 2021 Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act Youth Program Graduates
Announcing the Grand Opening of Bright Way Behavioral Health for Teens
Ignite Teen Treatment’s New Psychiatric Treatment Facility (PRTF) Ignite Teen Treatment announces the grand opening of its newest facility, Bright Way Behavioral Health, a safe, structured Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) providing round-the-clock, intensive residential treatment for teens, 13 to 18, experiencing serious, mental health or addictive … [Read more...] about Announcing the Grand Opening of Bright Way Behavioral Health for Teens
The Center Hosts “La Parrillada del Orgullo” – a Latin BBQ in Celebration of PRIDE
This Saturday in celebration of PRIDE, the LGBTQ Center of Las Vegas will host La Parrillada del Orgullo, its first BBQ geared towards the LGBTQ's Latin community of Southern Nevada. Connecting to the Latin LGBTQ+ community to support groups, programming, and services remains a challenge due to the stigma that continues to exist in Latin culture. The … [Read more...] about The Center Hosts “La Parrillada del Orgullo” – a Latin BBQ in Celebration of PRIDE
The LGBTQ Center Starts to Re-Open
The LGBTQ Center of Southern Nevada is opening up to safely offer in-person support groups and services. Some groups will continue to meet via Zoom. “We did our best this past year as many of our support groups were able to meet online and as restrictions eased, we did socially distanced events outside in our parking lot,” Nicole McNee, The Center’s volunteer and … [Read more...] about The LGBTQ Center Starts to Re-Open
Loving Hearts Adoption Services Launches Birthparent Support Group
Continuing their dedication to lifelong support for all members of the adoption triad – birth and adoptive parents and adoptees – Loving Hearts Adoption Services announced the launch of its Birthparent Support Group, an emotional support resource for those that have placed their child for adoption in the past. Starting on Monday, Feb. 15, the monthly meeting led by a Loving … [Read more...] about Loving Hearts Adoption Services Launches Birthparent Support Group
Plaza Hotel & Casino Commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October
Led by its CEO, Jonathan Jossel, the Plaza Hotel & Casino will commemorate October as Breast Cancer Awareness month with special offers at Oscar’s and in its bingo room, the only one in downtown Las Vegas, all to benefit the American Cancer Society (ACS). Supporting breast cancer research is personal for Jossel, whose mother is a breast cancer survivor of more … [Read more...] about Plaza Hotel & Casino Commemorates Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October