Beacon Digest

Saturday, December 6, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM.  Ages 12-18.

Are you a babysitter looking to better support children with diverse learning, communication, or sensory needs? Join us for an engaging, hands-on workshop led by an experienced occupational therapist, designed to help you build inclusive and confident caregiving skills.

In this workshop, you’ll learn:

• What neurodivergence really means and why it matters
• How to recognize and respond to sensory processing differences
• Practical strategies to help children feel calm, connected, and have fun
• Respectful ways to communicate with families when concerns arise

With a positive, neurodiversity-affirming approach, you’ll leave feeling more confident, capable, and prepared to support all children in your care.

The session will also include a guest speaker from the Southern Dutchess Community Coalition, who will provide essential information on recognizing the signs of overdose and responding to an overdose situation involving a child.