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Squirrel Space Squirrel Space is a disabled, female, and minority owned nonprofit that creates allies, resources, and advocacy for people with AD(H)D or Autism Spectrum.

Squirrel Space is a better, kinder space: We can change the world, one acorn at a time.

10/19/2026

There’s something special about looking back on a moment when people get to shine, try something new, and experience what it feels like to be part of something bigger than themselves.

We’re celebrating the dancers of Jasmine's Beat® and the joy, dedication, and teamwork behind this special Disney experience. 💚

Moments like these remind us that inclusion is about more than opening a door. It’s about creating opportunities for people to participate, contribute, build confidence, and be celebrated for who they are.

And behind every opportunity is a community of people who believe in what’s possible, offer support, and make room for everyone to take part.

At Squirrel Space, we believe belonging grows when people don’t have to fit a particular mold to be included. Sometimes, it starts with a chance to try, a team that cheers you on, and a space where your contribution matters.

Congratulations to the dancers and everyone who helped make this experience possible. Thank you for reminding us what inclusive opportunities can look like when people are given the chance to shine. 🐿️💚🙌

Here’s to more moments where everyone gets to be part of the magic. ✨

Still time to show your support 💚: https://summer-bash-2026.lovable.app/

What happens when you bring a bunch of funny squirrels together online? 🐿️🎃 A whole lot of laughter, connection, and Hal...
10/18/2026

What happens when you bring a bunch of funny squirrels together online? 🐿️🎃 A whole lot of laughter, connection, and Halloween fun!

Thank you to everyone who joined our Halloween Squirrel Social with Kat Sweeney, MCLC, ACC from All Belong ADHD Coaching, Emily Kapszukiewicz from Squirrel Space, and our special guest Coach Lee Hopkins - Patterns of Possibility LLC! 💜🧡
Whether you showed up in costume, tried a fun filter, wore your favorite spooky accessory, or simply came as you were, we’re so glad you were part of it.
Because belonging isn’t about looking a certain way, being the loudest in the room, or knowing exactly what to say. It’s about having space to show up as yourself, connect in your own way, and feel welcome just as you are.
A little silliness, a few shared laughs, and people who get it can go a long way. 🐿️✨

Here’s to more spaces where everyone belongs, connection feels natural, and being yourself is always enough.
Thank you for being part of our squirrel community! We can’t wait to connect with you again. 💜

Your Halloween costume can be as simple as showing up. 🐿️🎃Sometimes, joining in is easier when there’s no pressure to ge...
10/16/2026

Your Halloween costume can be as simple as showing up. 🐿️🎃

Sometimes, joining in is easier when there’s no pressure to get everything just right, including your costume.

For our Halloween Squirrel Social, that means:

👓 Funny glasses? Absolutely.
🎃 A headband? Perfect.
👻 A Halloween filter? Go for it.
🐿️ No costume at all? You’re just as welcome.

Join Kat from All Belong Coaching and Emily from Squirrel Space for a relaxed virtual hangout to meet some new people, have a laugh, and spend time with a community where you can show up as yourself.

There’s no dress code. No need to be extra social. No pressure to perform.

You can join in your own way, at your own comfort level. That’s part of what makes a space feel welcoming.

🎃 HALLOWEEN SQUIRREL SOCIAL

📅 Sunday, October 18
🕒 3 PM Eastern | 12 Noon Pacific
💻 Virtual
🐿️ Hosted by Kat +Emily

👉 Sign up to get the link and a reminder the day before:
https://all-belong-coaching.kit.com/8697426b6a

Come in costume, come in comfy clothes, or come exactly as you are. We’re happy you’re here. 💜

10/15/2026

✨ TWO DAYS UNTIL DISNEYLAND! ✨

Think about everything that goes into a moment like this: the rehearsals, the costumes, the family plans, and the support that helps everyone take part.

On October 17, Jasmine’s Beat adaptive dancers will have a special opportunity to dance in the Main Street Parade at Disneyland! 💚

Jasmine’s Beat creates opportunities for people of all abilities and ages to experience the joy of dance. We’re excited to cheer these dancers on as they get ready for a moment they’ll always remember.

But opportunities like this take more than a dance routine. They take planning, resources, and support to help make participation possible.

Would you help make this opportunity possible?

Your donation helps cover dancer fees, costumes, and accommodations for the adaptive dance program. Every contribution helps create more opportunities for dancers to participate in ways that work for them.

💚 Donate: https://summer-bash-2026.lovable.app/

Not able to donate right now? Sharing this post is another way to help spread the word and connect Jasmine’s Beat with people who want to support inclusive dance.

Let’s help Jasmine’s Beat take the joy of dance all the way to Main Street! ✨🐿️

10/14/2026

How can we make our spaces more neuroinclusive? 💚

Sometimes, inclusion starts with the little things.

Giving someone a little more time to respond. Putting instructions in writing. Making it okay to take a break, move around, or communicate differently.

These small adjustments can make it easier for people to participate in ways that work for them.

Neurodivergent people don't all have the same needs or preferences. Rather than assuming we know what will help, we can ask, listen, and stay open to different ways of doing things.

At Squirrel Space, we believe belonging is about more than being welcomed into a room. It's about creating an environment where people feel comfortable, understood, and able to take part.

Sometimes, a good place to start is with one simple question:

“What would make this easier for you?”

A little curiosity can go a long way towards making our spaces more welcoming for everyone. 🐿️💚

💬 What's one small adjustment that helps you feel more comfortable participating?

🎃 Halloween Shenanigans with the Squirrels! 🐿️👻Ever feel like Halloween comes with an unspoken expectation to have the p...
10/13/2026

🎃 Halloween Shenanigans with the Squirrels! 🐿️👻
Ever feel like Halloween comes with an unspoken expectation to have the perfect costume? Not here. 😆

Join Head Squirrels Kat Sweeney, MCLC, ACC and Emily Kapszukiewicz for a virtual Halloween hangout filled with fun filters, silly accessories, laughs, and a chance to meet some fellow squirrels.
And before you stress about what to wear… DON’T. 😂

Come in a full costume, or keep it simple with:
👓 Funny glasses
🎃 A spooky headband
😷 A mask
👻 Your favourite Halloween accessory
✨ A fun filter
Or just show up as you are. No costume required!

You do you, boo. 🧡
Because this isn't about having the best costume or looking a certain way. It's about making time to connect, have a laugh, and get to know people in a space where you don't have to pretend to be someone else.

🎃 Halloween is for masks. Connection is for everyone. 🐿️
📅 Sunday, October 18
🕒 3 PM Eastern | 12 Noon Pacific
💻 Virtual hangout

Hosted by:
🌻 Kat Sweeney, MCLC, ACC — All Belong ADHD Coaching
🐿️ Emily Kapszukiewicz — Squirrel Space

🔗https://all-belong-coaching.kit.com/8697426b6a
Sign up here to get the virtual link and a reminder the day before.
Come for the shenanigans. Stay for the squirrels. 🐿️💜

10/12/2026

Sometimes, learning about neurodivergence gives you a new way to look at parts of your life you never quite understood.

Maybe getting started was harder for you than people realized. Maybe certain sounds, situations, or expectations felt overwhelming. Or maybe you spent years trying to figure out why some things seemed easier for others.

Finding language for those experiences can bring a sense of clarity. For some people, it also brings up memories, questions, or feelings they’re still working through.

Everyone’s experience is different, and no single experience tells the whole story. But understanding how we think, feel, and experience the world can help us recognize what we need and find ways to support ourselves.

At Squirrel Space, we want to help create spaces where people can show up as themselves, feel understood, and connect in ways that work for them. 💚

Has your understanding of yourself changed over time? If you feel comfortable sharing, we’d love to hear what you’ve learned along the way.


Wait… both? 😅The experience of having ADHD and autism can be more complex than choosing between two labels.For some peop...
10/11/2026

Wait… both? 😅

The experience of having ADHD and autism can be more complex than choosing between two labels.

For some people, both are part of their neurodivergent experience. They might appreciate having a routine while finding it hard to stick to one, or want to spend time with friends but need quiet time afterward to recharge.

Sometimes, the need for stimulation and the need for less sensory input can show up in the same person. Getting started on something can also be difficult, even when they genuinely want to do it.

These experiences don’t look the same for everyone, and no single list can capture what it means to be autistic, have ADHD, or both.

The meme makes it look like taking both pills is a plot twist. In real life, ADHD and autism can coexist. Understanding that can help us make more room for different ways of thinking, connecting, and navigating everyday life.

We don’t have to understand every experience perfectly to approach one another with curiosity, respect, and a willingness to listen.

💬 Have you ever found yourself relating to experiences that seem to contradict each other? You’re welcome to share, if you feel comfortable.

Can AI give you an answer that sounds completely right… and still be wrong?Yep.AI doesn’t “know” things in quite the sam...
10/10/2026

Can AI give you an answer that sounds completely right… and still be wrong?
Yep.

AI doesn’t “know” things in quite the same way people do. It generates responses based on patterns in the information it has learned from.

That means an answer can sound clear, confident, and convincing without necessarily being accurate.
And that’s an important part of understanding AI.
You don’t have to be an AI expert to be curious about how these tools work.

How much do you think you know about AI?

We’ll be sharing a few more AI facts and questions this month. 💚
Learn more about AI literacy:
https://michaelboruta.com/ai-literacy

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