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.

Wabash Center Youth Services staff will be at this month’s event to help parents of children with IDD learn more about the BDS waiver and application process. While the parents are busy, kids can enjoy a hot chocolate bar, cookie decorating, art projects and games.

Free.

RSVP here.

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.

Bringing together adults for social opportunities here in Lafayette.

Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays each month.

For more information, contact Heather at heathermocnysbs@gmail.com.

Please join us at our Impact Awards Celebration as we honor individuals making an impact in the lives of people with intellectual & developmental disabilities & their families!

Learn more and register here: https://www.arcind.org/events/impact-awards-celebration

Join the Autism Society of Indiana on December 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM for an informative Family Support Waiver Workshop. This event will guide individuals with autism and their families through the process of understanding and navigating Indiana’s Family Support Waiver (FSW).

Free registration.

The premier autism and disabilities virtual conference!

November 18 - November 21.

Visit https://ocali.org/ for more information.

The Indiana Bureau of Disabilities Services (BDS) is working to improve the services that help people with disabilities live in their homes and communities.

To help, the Human Services Research Institute (HSRI) and Aligned Consulting Collaborative (Aligned) will host conversations throughout the state to learn from people receiving services, families, service providers, and case managers about what changes are needed. Based on the feedback received, HSRI and Aligned will develop recommendations for the service system.

Join one, or both, of these feedback sessions:

Click to register for Monday, November 17, 2025 6-7:30pm
Click to register for Wednesday, November 19, 2025 6-7:30pm

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.

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.

Meet new friends for good conversation!

The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.

For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.

Our quality of life is impacted by the relationships in our lives. We are all supposed through our reciprocal relationships, those we give to and receive from.

Explore how we can:

• Identify our own personal roles and connections.

• Help people and families recognize their current supportive relationships.

• Plan for future connections that build a good life.

Choose a date that works for you:

• November 5, 2025 3pm - 4pm OR

• November 12, 2025 9am - 10am

Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

You are to invited the Self-Advocates Group Craft Bazaar on Saturday, November 1st, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM! This event will feature numerous talented local creators and crafters showcasing a variety of handmade goods. It’s a great opportunity to support local artisans while also finding something special for yourself or loved ones.

Important Details:

• Vendors: A diverse group of vendors will be attending, and please note that some may only accept cash payments, so plan accordingly.

• Food Drive: In addition to the bazaar, the Self-Advocates Group is hosting a food drive for Food Finders to support our community. We encourage you to bring non-perishable food donations to contribute to this cause.

For more information contact Grace Jackson, Program Development Manager for Wabash Center

Take this opportunity to introduce an opportunity for you to take a little time yourself.  Our goal  - fill up your cup and walk away feeling restored. 

 Join Justine Gibson, MA, MT-BC  as she leads “Mindful Melodies” - a free in-person group Music Therapy session for Parents and Caregivers (only). 

 Brought to you by Noble’s Center for Family Leadership and Therapy Department

Free registration: https://form.jotform.com/eh3/MindfulMelodiesRSVP

For more information contact Diane Gann.

Join Civitan for a Pumpkin Party at the Patch on October 21 1pm - 3pm.

Pick out a pumpkin and enjoy a light snack.

Sponsored by the Greater Lafayette Civitan Club.

Parking available behind the church.

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.

Meet new friends for good conversation!

The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.

For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.

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.

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.

For families who have an adult child with an IO Waiver, SELF Waiver or Level One Waiver, focusing on Homemaker Personal Care (HPC), Ohio Shared Living (OSL), Adult Day Services, Transportation, Respite and more.

We will cover:

• The realities of long-term caregiving after school ends

• Services and supports for adults who have DD Waivers

• Tackling the lack of qualified DSPs

• Creating a daily schedule

• Tips and resources for success

This webinar is based in Ohio and talks about Ohio HCBS Waiver services. Still, there may be some wisdom and ideas for Indiana families.

Presented by Ohio Family to Family.

Free registration.

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’s Self-Advocates Group will be hosting a car wash fundraiser to help support their work! This event is completely led by the Self-Advocates and they would greatly appreciate your support!

Event Details:
Date: Friday, September 19th
Time: 12p-2:30p
Location: Wabash Center (2000 Greenbush St., Lafayette, IN)

We’d love for you to stop by, get your car washed, and support the important work that the Self-Advocates Group does.  

Please note that all donations are cash only. 

This event is CANCELLED because we did not have enough RSVPs in time.

Join your friends at OASIS for a guided Prairie Discovery Walk at Prophetstown State Park.

Cost is $2/person. 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 September 15 to programs@oasisforlife.org or call 765-267-3808 (no texts).

Noble’s Parent Cafe is designed to give caregivers, supporting a family member diagnosed with a disability, the opportunity to spend time with others who may share similar feelings and experiences. 

Guided by our café and table host, we will have conversation around our theme “Cup of Calm – Self-Care & Mental Health” . 

To hear more about our Parent Café in general, feel free to contact Johnda Knight, Family Services Coordinator @ j.knight@mynoblelife.org.

Free registration.

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.

Meet new friends for good conversation!

The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.

For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.

Wabash Center is excited to share an invitation to our September Social, which will be a little different this month! Instead of meeting on Saturday, we’ll be gathering on Sunday, September 7th for a special Movie Night at Loeb Stadium in Lafayette.

📽️ Movie: Lilo & Stitch (live action – chosen by community vote!)
📍 Location: Loeb Stadium, Lafayette
📅 Date: Sunday, September 7th
⏰ Time: 6PM-8PM
🍿 Snacks: Light snacks will be provided

This event is open to individuals served, families, guardians, staff, and the entire IDD community in Lafayette. We’d love for you to join us—and we encourage you to share this invitation with the individuals and families you work alongside.

Thank you for helping us spread the word and supporting opportunities for connection, fun, and community building.

RSVP  here: https://form.jotform.com/252254399868070