Learning Outside the Lines - Autism Consulting & Support

Calling All Maryland Law Enforcement Officers
Are you looking to sharpen your communication and de-escalation skills?
Join the Ethan Saylor Alliance (ESA) on April 20th for a full-day, immersive training focused on effective interactions with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

This isn't just a lecture. You will:
• Hear directly from self-advocates—individuals within the I/DD community who serve as the primary educators.
• Engage in scenario-based role-plays to practice real-world response strategies.
• Earn MPCTC In-Service Credit: Successful completion meets the triennial training requirement.

Date: April 20, 2026 08:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Location: Public Safety Education and Training Center, Sykesville, MD
Light breakfast and lunch provided.

Better training leads to safer outcomes for everyone. Register today https://bit.ly/4cYjlxS

Join the Maryland Department of Health - Developmental Disabilities Administration on August 18 to see how assistive technology enhances independence and transforms the lives of those with disabilities.

Register to join us: bit.ly/MDTechFirst2025

Please support these efforts in whatever way you can! 💜♾️🖤💪🧡

Please consider joining our private group: Concerned Citizens of SDS Maryland Workgroup!

You can email us at [email protected], send a message through this page, or follow the link to our SignUpGenius account: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0F4BA9AD23A02-54353603-guide #/

We also have a GoFundMe page at https://gofund.me/cf51c324

We have hired a top lobbyist to ensure that our SDS participants receive the services they need to continue to be successful members of our community.

Coalition concerned with proposed budget cuts to DDA services The Maryland Developmental Disabilities Coalition raised concerns over a proposed $200 million budget cut to the state's Developmental Disabilities Administration.

Maryland’s health secretary out as head of embattled agency Laura Herrera Scott, a former member of the Medical Corps in the U.S. Army Reserve, was appointed to the job by Moore in early 2023 to head a state health department beset by various problems.

Maryland DDA participants, families, vendors, and providers need everyone’s help! Please stay informed about the Governor’s proposed $200M budget cuts to DDA. These cuts threaten essential services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Speak up, spread the word, and advocate for the funding our community needs and deserves!
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What is being said VS what is being done 📣 #walkingdiscovery #wesmoore #maryland #inclusion #accessibility #disabilityacceptance #marylandpolitics #baltimore #annapolis #autismacceptance #neurodiversity #dda

🌟We're on the lookout 👀 for passionate BCBAs licensed in Maryland to join our dynamic team in various locations across the state! These part-time positions offer the unique chance to transition to full-time based on your preference and caseload availability. Plus, enjoy the flexibility of daytime hours and the freedom to create a schedule that works for you.

At Learning Outside the Lines, we're not just building a company; we're cultivating a community where every voice is heard, and every idea matters. As a BCBA-owned and operated organization, we're committed to providing ABA services that stand out from the rest. Our approach is holistic, innovative, and designed to make a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join us in our mission to offer ABA services that we can all be proud of—a place where staff input, ideas, and feedback are not only valued but essential to our success. Together, we're redefining ABA therapy, stepping outside the traditional boundaries to enhance the lives of everyone involved.

If you're ready to be part of a team that values your expertise and encourages professional growth, all while making a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you. Let's work together to create an environment that's as rewarding for our staff as it is for the families we support.

Please spread the word, and if you or someone you know is interested, don't hesitate to reach out. We're excited to welcome new members to our growing family and look forward to hearing from you!

Join us, and let's make a difference, one step at a time.🤍🩵💙Learn more about us at https://www.learningoutsidethelines.org/

This may be one step closer to making the world a more inclusive place, but we still have TONS of work to do!🤍♾️

Newark Airport Has a New 'Calming Space' for Neurodiverse Travelers That Also Expedites the Security Process A new pre-security sensory room at a New Jersey airport is aiming to make it easier for neurodiverse travelers, providing them with a space to wait for their flight as well as an easier way to get through security screening

Check out our list of Sensory Santas around Maryland!
https://bit.ly/2qLRTxW