DATS MOM

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

💙 Attention ASA Families — This One Is IMPORTANT! Do you have a plan in place to protect your loved one's financial future? If the answer is "I'm not sure", this event is exactly for you. 💛

We are excited to welcome Jennifer McInerney, Attorney at Law of McInerney Law Firm to speak on "Special Needs Trusts: What Every Parent Should Know." 📋✨

This is essential information for every parent and caregiver raising a child or supporting a loved one with autism or special needs. Understanding a Special Needs Trust could make all the difference in securing your loved one's future while protecting access to critical government benefits.

Come ready to listen, learn, and ask questions, because your family deserves a plan. 🙌🏽❤️

📅 May 13, 2026
⏰ 12:00pm
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05/11/2026

DATS MOM families, friends and supporters…please support Conner and vote for his artwork “Bleeding Hands Unity Tree.” Voting is unlimited. The link is within this post and the comment section. We thank you in advance!
https://mh.alabama.gov/bleeding-hands-unity-tree/

05/10/2026

It’s the time of year the world stops to honor mothers for a day. DATS MOM honors and inspires mothers daily. I surprised member Chiquita Cleveland, a mother of 4, at her home with a vase bouquet of flowers and a homemade, hand-picked household and self-care basket. Remember you are literally D.A.T.S.M.O.M. So make sure you continue to move forward and work toward progress. Chip away at the iceberg one small chunk at a time! We all have issues and a lot going on, but we can still make time and do the work to ensure we are holistically stable and sane so we can show up as ourselves everyday and show up for our children! Happy Mother’s Day! 🥰😍

05/05/2026

DATS MOM there are only two full-day, special needs summer camps in the area that I’m aware of. Don’t wait until the last minute!

It’s registration time for Camp ABLE 2026!! We have several spots left so register now! You can come by the Bradford Branch YMCA at anytime and get the registration packet or I can email it to you. Register now for a summer full of fun!

05/04/2026

Celebrate your little grad on May 12th for Pre-K & Kindergarten Graduation Night!

Pre-K & Kindergarten graduates can get $2 tickets that include:
🍦 FREE Ice Cream Voucher
🎡 MAX Fun Zone Wristband
⚾ Pre-Game Parade Around the Field

Please share this with teachers and parents and lets celebrate their BIG achievement!

https://www.ticketreturn.com/prod2new/BuyNew.asp?EventID=356459&PromoCode=PKG2026

05/04/2026

DATS MOM families…checkout this free, upcoming webinar Wednesday! Scan the QR code to register and attend!

05/01/2026

🚨 Family Grant Applications Open TOMORROW! 🚨

Starting May 1, families can apply for funding to help cover important services like ABA therapy, camps, respite care, safety devices, and swimming lessons. 🏊‍♀️

💡 Don’t forget:
✔️ Applications are open through May 31
✔️ Awards are selected by lottery (up to $400)
✔️ Receipts are required at the time of application
✔️ Winners will be notified June 5

📝 Application Tips:
• All fields on the application must be completed
• For ABA and Swimming, a certification or license number is required (if not applicable, enter N/A)
• You will need to upload receipts with your application
• The total amount of receipts submitted is the amount you may be awarded (up to $400)
• You can upload up to 10 files—have your documents ready before you begin

We encourage families to review everything carefully before submitting.

If your family could use a little extra support, this is your chance—be ready to apply and have your documents prepared! 💙

04/28/2026

DATS MOM families, checkout this event for this coming Thursday!

04/25/2026

YMCA of Greater Montgomery Autism Support of Alabama