NeuroSensitive: Neuroaffirming Resources for Children in West Michigan

07/23/2026

ATTENTION: Support Group @ HRA CANCELLED on Monday July 27th
(see comments below)

07/10/2026

Gentle reminder, this morning’s low-demand play date will take place at Palmer Park at the large playground between 10:30 am- 12:30 pm. See details below.

It's time for our next neuro-diversity affirming play date! Come join us this Friday 7/10 from 10:30 am- 12:30 pm at the playground in Palmer Park (1275 52nd St SW, Wyoming) next to the baseball field. Drop ins are welcome through out.

Restrooms & a drinking fountain are located a few yards away from the playground. Chalk, bubbles & craft supplies will be available. Please bring snacks, a water bottle and anything else that will support regulation and connection for you or your child/children. We will be present even if there is rain, however the event will be cancelled if the weather is severe.

07/07/2026

It's time for our next neuro-diversity affirming play date! Come join us this Friday 7/10 from 10:30 am- 12:30 pm at the playground in Palmer Park (1275 52nd St SW, Wyoming) next to the baseball field. Drop ins are welcome through out.

Restrooms & a drinking fountain are located a few yards away from the playground. Chalk, bubbles & craft supplies will be available. Please bring snacks, a water bottle and anything else that will support regulation and connection for you or your child/children. We will be present even if there is rain, however the event will be cancelled if the weather is severe.

07/04/2026

A great reminder from NeuroWild ♥️👤🧠

https://www.facebook.com/share/1D6CYSZM12/?mibextid=w

I’ve lived a life of compliance.

Many autistic kids learn from a very young age that the point of it all is to please those around you- at any cost.

Many of us give away our comfort, our safety, our authenticity, our self-esteem, and our mental wellbeing. Some of us give away even more.

Teaching any child to disconnect from their internal body signals is, in my opinion, one of the most harmful things that compliance training can do. Because it leaves us without any internal alarm system. We learn to distrust our own intuition. Before too long, our internal voice that is there to keep us safe- goes quiet. And we have to rely on others deciding what IS and ISN’T ok for us.

And when someone, ANYONE, tells us that something is ok- even if it doesn’t FEEL ok for us- we take their word for it. We don’t question it any further.

We just do it. Because that’s what we have been trained to do.
It’s not about our comfort. It’s not about whether something feels right for us. It’s literally about pleasing everyone else.

That is the outcome of compliance training.

And yes, having a kid who does whatever you tell them might make life easier. Especially when they just do the things quickly without question.

Consider. What other things might they be asked to do in this world? As a kid, as a teen, and as an adult?

It is important that they question things.
It’s so important that they critically analyse the situation.
And it’s so important that they tune into their body’s danger signals.

How else will they keep themselves safe?

Em

06/29/2026

Last minute reminder for this evening's caregiver group! 6/29 7:30 pm- 9:15pm @ HRA (see comments for more info).

06/12/2026

Play date in action, join us under the trees at the large playground in Palmer Park!

Gentle reminder, monthly
summer playdates begin this Friday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm at Palmer Park. Children of all ages are welcome.

We will meet by the baseball field near the large playground. Caregivers are encouraged to bring snacks, drinks, bug spray & any sensory or communication tools you or your child may benefit from.

06/10/2026

Gentle reminder, monthly
summer playdates begin this Friday 10:30 am - 12:30 pm at Palmer Park. Children of all ages are welcome.

We will meet by the baseball field near the large playground. Caregivers are encouraged to bring snacks, drinks, bug spray & any sensory or communication tools you or your child may benefit from.

06/06/2026

Ashley recently reached out to share about a wonderful local opportunity for parenting children with ADHD.

To sign up for Meagan and Ashley's workshop sessions scan the QR code! The line up looks great including topics like managing meltdowns, supporting transitions, practical tips for task-completion, navigating siblings dynamics, screen regulation and more!

06/04/2026

I'm always working to identify resources that support kids both short-term and long-term.

I love these PDA trainings by Keri Schouten and strongly recommend them for anyone finding difficulty balancing the needs of their neurodivergent child and the needs of others in your child's life, and/or for those who are experiencing safety concerns due to power struggles.

https://learn.pdanorthamerica.org/products/courses/PDA-Communication-Part-2-Co-regulatory-Conflict

https://learn.pdanorthamerica.org/products/courses/PDA-Communication-Part-2-Co-regulatory-Conflict

Transform complaints into collaboration with effective co-regulation techniques for multiple children at home or school. Develop skills to prioritize your needs and reduce stress in conflict situations.

06/02/2026

Hey there!

A lot of time has gone by since I last introduced myself & many new folx have joined NeuroSensitive. So to all who are new, WELCOME!!!

My name is Myra, and I am an neurodivergent adult, parent & clinical social worker serving primarily neurodivergent children and their families in the West Michigan area.

Due to the many hats I wear, I do not consistently respond to comments, or messages. However, I do try to update information about any community events that I am facilitating. When I have the capacity, I also love to share other neurodiversity affirming events locally or that are accessible online.

The resources I share may be directly related to Autism, PDA, or ADHD or may be relevant for some, but not all neurodivergent identities, experiences or interests. Please refrain from negative commentary if you see a resource that doesn't align with your experience or perspectives. This space is intentionally inclusive for all caregivers & children.

The information posted on this page is intended to help families learn more about their child/ren, identify neurodiversity affirming resources & connect with others in the community. It is not intended to provide medical or diagnostic information.