Virtual Parent Cafe
Join us for a supportive group discussion balancing family life, managing struggles, sharing the load & growing through challenges.
What to expect:
Meet the Parent Café team and other parents
2 rounds of group discussion and questions focusing around our September theme - “New Routines, New Rhythms”
Resources for you and your family
RSVP using the QR code or link on the flyer.
For questions - Contact Johnda Knight, Family Services Coordinator – j.knight@mynoblelife.org
Movie Night at Loeb Stadium
The Arc of Tippecanoe County Self-Advocate Chapter at Wabash Center is hosting a FREE showing of Scooby-Doo at Loeb Stadium!
Complimentary popcorn, snacks, and drinks available until 7:30 PM
This event is open to Wabash Center staff, individuals we serve, families, caregivers, and the entire intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) community.
Free registration: https://shorturl.at/cx5be
Special Medicaid Advisory Committee Meeting about interRAI Assessment Tool
From Rep. Robin Shackleford:
After hearing your direct concerns about the new interRAI level of care assessment tool, I requested — and secured—a special meeting with the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) to address its impact on our disability community.
Date: Monday, September 21
Time: 10:00am
Location/Online Link: TBD
We need to ensure these assessments are fair, accurate and truly serve the people who rely on them. Join us, stay informed, and make sure your perspective is represented.
For details to submit questions ahead of time, contact my office at 317-234-9121 or h98@iga.in.gov.
Framing a Life Shaped by Your Dreams & Goals
The Charting the LifeCourse Framework was created to help individuals and families of all abilities and all ages develop a vision for a good life, think about what they need to know and do, identify how to find or develop supports, and discover what it takes to live the lives they want to live.
Join this free event learn more about CtLC.
Presented by Noble, Inc.
RSVP by 4pm 9/22/2026 to CFL@mynoblelife.org.
Self-Advocates of Indiana Annual Picnic
Join Self-Advocates of Indiana for a day filled with friends, music, food, dancing, games, and fun as we come together to celebrate community, connection, and self-advocacy.
Early bird pricing is available now through July 31, so don’t wait to save your spot!
Friday, September 25, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
Hummel Park Charleston Pavilion, Plainfield
Register today and come celebrate with us!
Purdue Women’s Volleyball Game
Join your friends with OASIS Community Outdoor Club to support the Purdue Women’s Volleyball Team in Mackey Arena as they take on Wisconsin.
Wear black to Blackout Mackey!
OASIS Community has 40 tickets available, first come first serve. Email programs@oasisforlife.org to reserve your ticket. We also have 5 wheelchair accessible spots available. so please let us know if you need one.
Purdue Best Buddies Match Day
Sign up for Purdue Best Buddies ahead of Match Day. This form is mandatory to attend Match Day.
For more information contact Charlotte @ skinne56@purdue.edu.
Party in the Patch
Join Civitan for a Pumpkin Party at the Patch on October 6 1pm - 3pm.
Pick out a pumpkin and enjoy a light snack.
Sponsored by the Greater Lafayette Civitan Club.
Parking available behind the church.
Outdoor Club Annual Wiener Roast
Fall ** Food ** Fun
Celebrate Fall with OASIS at our Annual Wiener Roast and Bonfire.
We’ll provide the meats, buns, condiments, s’mores fixings, drinks, and paper products.
If able, please bring a dish to share and lawn chairs.
Register by October 2 to programs@oasisforlife.org.
The Think Sensory Summit
The Think Sensory Summit is back for its second year, and we have truly outdone ourselves with this speaker lineup.
🌟 Alfie Kohn
🌟 Dr. Barry Prizant
🌟 Dr. Ross Greene
🌟 Kelly Mahler
🌟 Kristy Forbes
🌟 Chris Wenger (Speech Dude)
🌟 Mick Olds
🌟 Greg Santucci
...AND SO MANY MORE
This November, join us for four completely free days of conversations about neurodiversity, sensory processing, regulation, communication, behavior, connection, and participation.
Free registration.
2026 OCALICON
The premier autism and disabilities virtual conference!
November 17 - November 20.
Visit https://conference.ocali.org/ for more information.
The Arc of Indiana & Self-Advocates of Indiana Impact Awards Celebration
Join The Arc of Indiana and Self-Advocates of Indiana for their annual Impact Awards Celebration as they honor individuals making an impact in the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Cost:
Professional employed at a chapter of The Arc: $125.00
Professional not employed at a chapter of The Arc: $150.00
Family Member: $40.00
Self Advocate: $25.00
Scholarships are available.
For more information visit https://www.arcind.org/events/impact-awards-celebration/
Wines on the Wabash supporting Wabash Center
Save the date!
For more information contact development@wabashenter.com.
Disability Resource Fair
Connect with local resources to help you create a vision for Your Good Life.
Learn more about:
Advocacy groups
Assistive Technology
HCBS Waiver Providers
Housing Resources
Financial and Future Planning
Recreational Opportunities
Remote Supports
For more information, including a list of participating organizations, or if you would like to be an exhibitor, visit oasisforlife.org/drf.
Ask The Arc Webinar - Appealing a Level of Care Denial
Join us for Ask The Arc—a free webinar series where we talk about topics that matter to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Once you sign up, you’ll automatically be registered for this month’s webinar and all future sessions, held on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. EST.
If you or someone you love has been told they no longer meet the Level of Care for a Medicaid Waiver, or you just want to learn more about the process, this Ask The Arc is for you!
You can register here: https://bit.ly/Ask_the_Arc. A recording will be shared on our YouTube channel, youtube.com/TheArcofIndiana following the event.
Presented by The Arc of Indiana.
Free registration.
What to Know About the New 1915(c)(11) Waiver Authority
The ACL Grassroots Project launched with the goal of supporting national, state, and local disability leaders and community members to build networks and strengthen leadership, with the intention of advancing disability policy and supports that serve disabled people and communities fully.
In this national webinar, the Grassroots Project will host an overview of the new Medicaid 1915(c)(11) waiver authority under H.R. 1 and what it could mean for access to home- and community-based services. This webinar will break down the new waiver authority, highlight key implementation questions, and explore how advocates, councils, providers, and community partners can engage early to help ensure the authority expands access while protecting existing HCBS systems and the people already seeking services.
Featured Speakers:
· Elizabeth Zirker, Senior Attorney, National Health Law Program (NHeLP)
· Zaida Ricker, Director of Strategic Partnerships and Policy, National Association of State Head Injury Administrators (NASHIA)
· Whit Downing, Vice President of Policy and Programing, Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities
Free registration.
Fishing with Friends
Come fishing with OASIS! We’ll provide bait and poles and snacks.
Please RSVP by August 21 to programs@oasisforlife.org.
The Arc of Tippecanoe County Saturday Social - Carnival
Join us for Wabash Center's Arc of Tippecanoe County Saturday Social, part of our series of engaging events throughout the year! Please fill out the form to confirm your attendance. If you have any questions please feel free to email saturdaysocial@wabashcenter.com.
These socials are held on a recurring basis, and we’d love your help in spreading the word to individuals, families, and caregivers you support. It is also important to note, that these are open to anyone in the Disability Community, not just those served by Wabash Center.
RSVP here:https://form.jotform.com/240644312241040
HANDS ECHO Webinar Series
Developmental Disabilities and Autism ECHO connects individuals and their comprehensive care system to subject matter experts for regular real-time collaborative sessions to advance learning and practice in serving individuals and their families.
Upcoming webinars:
7/24/2026: Waiver Homes, Supported Living
Waiver Homes
Independent living options for adults not in waiver homes/apartments
Supported Living
7/31/2026: Denied Services, Next Steps
What to do when denied services
Where else to look
8/7/2026: Medicaid, Medicare, Medicaid PA
Medicaid
Medicare
Medicaid PA, Home Health
8/14/2026: Charting the LifeCourse-CtLC
CtLC domains
Providers connecting resources to domains
8/21/2026: Transition to Adulthood
Research on smoother transition to adulthood
App development-conversational user interface for mindfulness based on CBT-worn on wrist
Transitioning out of school and into community
Socially assistive robot
Join the webinars here (via Zoom).
Presented by Hands in Autism DD & Autism Project ECHO. For more information contact asdecho@iu.edu.
HANDS ECHO Webinar Series
Developmental Disabilities and Autism ECHO connects individuals and their comprehensive care system to subject matter experts for regular real-time collaborative sessions to advance learning and practice in serving individuals and their families.
Upcoming webinars:
7/24/2026: Waiver Homes, Supported Living
Waiver Homes
Independent living options for adults not in waiver homes/apartments
Supported Living
7/31/2026: Denied Services, Next Steps
What to do when denied services
Where else to look
8/7/2026: Medicaid, Medicare, Medicaid PA
Medicaid
Medicare
Medicaid PA, Home Health
8/14/2026: Charting the LifeCourse-CtLC
CtLC domains
Providers connecting resources to domains
8/21/2026: Transition to Adulthood
Research on smoother transition to adulthood
App development-conversational user interface for mindfulness based on CBT-worn on wrist
Transitioning out of school and into community
Socially assistive robot
Join the webinars here (via Zoom).
Presented by Hands in Autism DD & Autism Project ECHO. For more information contact asdecho@iu.edu.
Ask The Arc Webinar - You’re Mad, Now What?
Join us for Ask The Arc—a free webinar series where we talk about topics that matter to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Once you sign up, you’ll automatically be registered for this month’s webinar and all future sessions, held on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. EST.
With so many changes and so much confusion, people are angry, and they're scared. They also want to make sure their loved ones with disabilities have the supports they need to live the lives they want to live. We want to change things. Many just aren't sure how to do it. Kim Dodson, CEO of The Arc of Indiana, will discuss the steps people can take to protect the services and supports for people with disabilities.
You can register here: https://bit.ly/Ask_the_Arc. A recording will be shared on our YouTube channel, youtube.com/TheArcofIndiana following the event.
Presented by The Arc of Indiana.
Free registration.
HANDS ECHO Webinar Series
Developmental Disabilities and Autism ECHO connects individuals and their comprehensive care system to subject matter experts for regular real-time collaborative sessions to advance learning and practice in serving individuals and their families.
Upcoming webinars:
7/24/2026: Waiver Homes, Supported Living
Waiver Homes
Independent living options for adults not in waiver homes/apartments
Supported Living
7/31/2026: Denied Services, Next Steps
What to do when denied services
Where else to look
8/7/2026: Medicaid, Medicare, Medicaid PA
Medicaid
Medicare
Medicaid PA, Home Health
8/14/2026: Charting the LifeCourse-CtLC
CtLC domains
Providers connecting resources to domains
8/21/2026: Transition to Adulthood
Research on smoother transition to adulthood
App development-conversational user interface for mindfulness based on CBT-worn on wrist
Transitioning out of school and into community
Socially assistive robot
Join the webinars here (via Zoom).
Presented by Hands in Autism DD & Autism Project ECHO. For more information contact asdecho@iu.edu.
HANDS ECHO Webinar Series
Developmental Disabilities and Autism ECHO connects individuals and their comprehensive care system to subject matter experts for regular real-time collaborative sessions to advance learning and practice in serving individuals and their families.
Upcoming webinars:
7/24/2026: Waiver Homes, Supported Living
Waiver Homes
Independent living options for adults not in waiver homes/apartments
Supported Living
7/31/2026: Denied Services, Next Steps
What to do when denied services
Where else to look
8/7/2026: Medicaid, Medicare, Medicaid PA
Medicaid
Medicare
Medicaid PA, Home Health
8/14/2026: Charting the LifeCourse-CtLC
CtLC domains
Providers connecting resources to domains
8/21/2026: Transition to Adulthood
Research on smoother transition to adulthood
App development-conversational user interface for mindfulness based on CBT-worn on wrist
Transitioning out of school and into community
Socially assistive robot
Join the webinars here (via Zoom).
Presented by Hands in Autism DD & Autism Project ECHO. For more information contact asdecho@iu.edu.
Outdoor Club Pool Party
Splish Splash with your friends!
Join OASIS Community for a Pool Party with snacks!
RSVP by July 20 to programs@oasisforlife.org or call 765-267-3808 (no texts). Tippecanoe County location provided with RSVP.
HANDS ECHO Webinar Series
Developmental Disabilities and Autism ECHO connects individuals and their comprehensive care system to subject matter experts for regular real-time collaborative sessions to advance learning and practice in serving individuals and their families.
Upcoming webinars:
7/24/2026: Waiver Homes, Supported Living
Waiver Homes
Independent living options for adults not in waiver homes/apartments
Supported Living
7/31/2026: Denied Services, Next Steps
What to do when denied services
Where else to look
8/7/2026: Medicaid, Medicare, Medicaid PA
Medicaid
Medicare
Medicaid PA, Home Health
8/14/2026: Charting the LifeCourse-CtLC
CtLC domains
Providers connecting resources to domains
8/21/2026: Transition to Adulthood
Research on smoother transition to adulthood
App development-conversational user interface for mindfulness based on CBT-worn on wrist
Transitioning out of school and into community
Socially assistive robot
Join the webinars here (via Zoom).
Presented by Hands in Autism DD & Autism Project ECHO. For more information contact asdecho@iu.edu.
Ask The Arc Webinars - Special Edition
Join us for Ask The Arc—a free webinar series where we talk about topics that matter to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
Once you sign up, you’ll automatically be registered for this month’s webinar and all future sessions, held on the second Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. EST.
Tonight’s topic: New HCBS Waiver rules taking effect August 1, 2026. The state has recently announced the rate reduction for live-in caregivers who provide waiver services, and FSSA has announced their implementation plan for Medicaid Work Requirements. It is a LOT of information, and it is confusing.
In this session, we are going to share information on Medicaid work requirements, the rate reduction for live-in caregivers and what that really means, and who can be a paid caregiver under the new waiver rules. We know people have a lot of questions, so please join us. While this webinar is scheduled for an hour, we will continue until all questions are answered.
Presented by The Arc of Indiana.
Free registration.
Noble's Parent Cafe
Parent Cafe is a support session that explores balancing family life, managing struggles and growing through challenges.
Presented by Noble, Inc. For more information contact Johnda Knight by email or phone (317-469-1097).
Free registration. RSVP by July 13, 2026.
OASIS Outdoor Club Corn Hole Tournament
Join us for a fun evening of Corn Hole with your Outdoor Club friends.
Prizes for the winners! Snacks for everyone.
It’s free to attend, but please RSVP by June 15 to programs@oasisforlife.org.
Fair Housing 2nd Annual 5K
Ready to run, walk, or roll your way to support OASIS Community? Join us for the Fair Housing 2nd Annual 5K supporting OASIS Community!
We are grateful to Lafayette Regional Realtors Fair Housing Committee for selecting OASIS Community as their recipient this year.
Registration is $35. Register here.
And for more fun, wear your favorite costume!
Easterseals Crossroads Community in Bloom
FREE EVENT for families with children of all ages are invited to learn more about other community disability services and resources, connect with other families with similar interests, learn from professionals in the disability field, and support each other through interaction.
Refreshments
Activities for children
Registration encouraged, but not mandatory
Thursday, May 21 | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Easterseals Crossroads NEW Sensory Garden
4740 Kingsway Drive | Indianapolis, IN 46205
Free registration.
Noble's Parent Cafe
Parent Cafe is a support session that explores balancing family life, managing struggles and growing through challenges.
Presented by Noble, Inc. For more information contact Johnda Knight by email or phone (317-469-1097).
Free registration. RSVP by May 18, 2026.
The Arc of Tippecanoe County Saturday Social
Join Wabash Center's Arc of Tippecanoe County upcoming Saturday Social Event—a fun gathering for individuals with disabilities. This event is free, open to the public, and designed to foster a sense of community. The next Saturday Social, an Adventure themed event, will be held on Saturday, May 16th at 1PM at Grant's House. There will be crafts, games, snacks, prizes, and more!
These socials are held on a recurring basis, and we’d love your help in spreading the word to individuals, families, and caregivers you support. It is also important to note, that these are open to anyone in the Disability Community, not just those served by Wabash Center. You’ll find the flyer attached and an RSVP link below.
RSVP here: https://form.jotform.com/240644312241040
Please reach out to saturdaysocial@wabashcenter.com with any questions that you may have.
Safe, Active, and Connected Communities for Youth
Healthy Places by Design just released the Action Guide for Building Safe, Active, and Connected Communities for Youth and Young Adults which provides actionable recommendations and practical advice to take action.
Join our webinar on May 7, 2:00-3:00 pm ET to learn how public health practitioners and multi-sector community partners can use the Action Guide to integrate violence prevention and community safety strategies into their efforts. The webinar will also share real stories and successes from communities who are addressing the issue through comprehensive approaches led by young people in their communities.
Download the Building Safe, Active, and Connected Communities for Youth Guide.
Presented by Healthy Places By Design.
Free registration.
Outdoor Club @ Purdue Baseball
NOTE: The game originally scheduled for Tuesday, May 5 was canceled. OASIS Community has changed the tickets to Friday, May 6 at 6pm.
Play Ball!
Join your friends at OASIS Community for a Purdue Baseball Game against Ball State University!
Tickets are free as long as they last. Please be sure you are able to attend before requesting tickets so we aren’t left with empty seats.
RSVP to programs@oasisforlife.org or call/text 765-267-3808.
Camp WACK Registration Opens
2026 camp dates are as follows:
Milford: Saturday, June 20th.
Lafayette: Tues-Thurs July 7th, 8th, & 9th
⭐️Volunteer registration will open Wednesday April 1st.⭐️
⭐️Camper registration will open FRIDAY-APRIL 24th at 10:30 EST.⭐️
Assistive Technology Awareness Day
Come celebrate National AT Awareness Day with Easterseals Crossroads!
Tour our programs and get hands on experiences with Assistive Technology from our INDATA, ATLAS, and Clinical AT teams. Learn how these high- and low-tech tools can assist individuals with independence in employment, play, gaming, home, and life! Hands on experiences will be provided for attendees, and light refreshments will be provided.
Virtual Event: For those who are not able to join us in person, please join us for a remote tour of our program on April 22, 2026 at 10:00am at this link.
Wabash Center & The Arc of Tippecanoe County Saturday Social Eggstravaganza
This month’s Saturday Social, an Eggstravaganza themed event, will be held on Saturday, April 11th at 1PM at Grant's House. There will be crafts, games, snacks, prizes, and more!
These socials are held on a recurring basis, and we’d love your help in spreading the word to individuals, families, and caregivers you support. It is also important to note, that these are open to anyone in the Disability Community, not just those served by Wabash Center. You’ll find the flyer attached and an RSVP link below.
RSVP here: https://form.jotform.com/240644312241040
Please reach out to saturdaysocial@wabashcenter.com with any questions that you may have.
Outdoor Club Prophetstown Walk
Join your friends at OASIS for a guided Prairie Discovery Walk at Prophetstown State Park.
Tell the gate attendant you're there for the OASIS program and you won't need to pay the entrance fee.
Meet at Prairie View picnic area. Bring your water bottle. Snacks will be provided after the walk.
RSVP by April 7 to programs@oasisforlife.org or call 765-267-3808 (no texts).
Easter Egg Hunt
Join us for a calm, inclusive Easter egg hunt designed with sensory needs in mind. This intentionally small event creates a low-stress, welcoming environment for participants of all ages and abilities.
What to Expect:
• Egg hunts every 15 minutes
• Participants hunt individually or in small groups
• Non-competitive — no rushing, no pressure
• Flexible participation — hunt for eggs or enjoy other activities
Caregivers should plan to stay with their participant throughout the event. Participants are welcome to hunt for eggs or simply enjoy the space in whatever way feels comfortable. Additional goodies and alternate activities will be available so everyone can participate in a way that works for them.
Final egg hunt begins at 6:00 PM
Outdoor options may be available depending on weather and participant needs.
We look forward to creating a welcoming, supportive space for everyone to enjoy this special event together!
Presented by Autism Society of Indiana.
Free registration.
Disability Resource Fair
Connect with local resources to help you create a vision for Your Good Life.
Learn more about:
Advocacy groups
Assistive Technology
HCBS Waiver Providers
Housing Resources
Financial and Future Planning
Recreational Opportunities
Remote Supports
For more information, including a list of participating organizations, or if you would like to be an exhibitor, visit oasisforlife.org/drf.
Self-Advocates of Indiana - Wabash Center Chapter
This chapter of Self Advocates of Indiana meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. All self-advocates are invited. You do not need to be a client of Wabash Center.
For more information contact Rhonda Hicks, rhicks@wabashcenter.com.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Wabash Center Saturday Social: Spring Dance
Image has a flowery border on white background and includes details of Wabash Center Saturday Social Spring Dance on March 14, 2026.
Saturday Social events are FREE and open to anyone regardless of whether or not they attend services at Wabash Center. Light snacks or meals are provided at each event and your RSVP helps us plan appropriately.
Free.
RSVP here.
Outdoor Club Movie Night
Kick back and relax with your friends and snacks, your movie is about to start!
When you RSVP you’ll be asked to choose between a couple of movies. The movie with the most votes is what we’ll watch.
RSVP by March 9 to programs@oasisforlife.org.