Events
Expand Your Possibilities to Gain Support, Education, and Hope
TACA hosts regular events to educate, support, and deliver hope. These TACA events, designed for parents and caregivers of children and people diagnosed with autism, will guide you to the education and support needed to help your family member be the best they can be. We offer a wide variety of both virtual events, and in-person events, allowing families to choose which format suits them best.
upcoming events
July 1, 2024
to July 31, 2024
Virtual Education Event
Monthly Learning Series: PANS/PANDAS
via Website
PANS/PANDAS is challenging and many times parents struggle for years to get a diagnosis and then access appropriate treatment all…
Learn More
July 1, 2024
to July 31, 2024
Virtual Recorded Education Event
PANS/PANDAS
with
Lindsey Wells, ND
via Website
Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS) and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) are autoimmune disorders that present…
Learn More
July 1, 2024
to July 31, 2024
Virtual Recorded Education Event
Mycotoxins: The Hidden Cause of Inflammatory Illness
with
Julie Logan, DC
via Website
Mycotoxin exposure is more common than previously thought, and in genetically susceptible individuals, can lead to crippling illness, including worsening…
Learn More
July 27, 2024
4:30pm PDT to 7:30pm PDT
Southern California Family Event
Summer Fun
Atlantis Play Center
13630 Atlantis Way
Garden Grove, CA 92844
TACA Family Event – an afternoon of fun and play for families of children with autism (children ages 1-12) Children…
Learn More
July 27, 2024
11:00am PDT to 2:00pm PDT
Southern California Community Event
All Abilities Celebration
Julianne and George Argyros Plaza
600 Town Center Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Segerstrom Center for the Arts and Orange County Arts & Disability are proud to present the fifth annual All Abilities…
Learn More
July 29, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Teen & Adult: Watch & Learn – Health & Wellness for the Caregiver
by
Dr. Anju Usman Singh, MD, FAAFP and Dr. Julie Logan DC
via Zoom
Parents of teens and adults! This month our watch and learn is just for parents and caregivers as we learn…
Learn More
July 30, 2024
11:00am PT to 1:00pm PT
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FAMILY SUPPORT EVENT
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave,
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Join us to get educated and supported for your autism journey. RSVP so that we can save you a seat…
Learn More
July 31, 2024
11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
In-Person Support Event
New York Coffee Talk
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
200 West Main Street
Smithtown, NY 11787
Join us for Coffee Talk, where you can connect with fellow autism parents and caregivers to seek support, share ideas,…
Learn More
July 31, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Parent Meeting Family Support Panel: Watch & Learn
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Understanding and Managing “Flares” or Immune Activation with Anju Usman Singh, MD, FAAFP, FMAPS, ABIHM, Hom-C. Adding a diagnosis of…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
to August 31, 2024
Recorded Education
Dietary Detours
with
Anju Usman Singh, MD, FAAFP, ABIHM, FMAPS
via Website
Dietary interventions seem to provide the most effective way of shifting the immune system. . Diets such as Casein-free/Gluten-free/Sugar-free diets…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
to August 31, 2024
Recorded Education
Following a GFCF Diet: What Every Parent Needs to Know
with
Darin Ingels, ND, FAAEM
via Website
In this talk, Dr. Ingels will review the basics of why following a gluten and casein-free diet can help support…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
In-Person Support Event
Maryland Coffee Talk
Panera Bread
8125 Ritchie Highway
Pasadena, MD 21122
Join us for Coffee Talk, where you can connect with fellow autism parents and caregivers to seek support, share ideas,…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
to August 31, 2024
Virtual Education Event
Monthly Learning Series: Diet & Nutrition
via Website
Nutrition and diet are the foundations of health. Deficits in nutrition negatively impact the body and the brain. In autism,…
Learn More
August 6, 2024
9:30am - 10:30am EDT
In-Person Support Event
Virginia Chapter Coffee Talk
Blend Coffee Bar
43710 Southern Walk Plaza, #120
Ashburn, VA 20148
Join us for Coffee Talk, where you can connect with fellow autism parents and caregivers to seek support, share ideas,…
Learn More
August 6, 2024
10:00am PDT to 12:00pm PDT
Southern California Community Event
TACA Coffee Community Connect
Seasaw Beans and Coffee
6302 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90621
Join us for our newest location, Seasaw Coffee. Seasaw Communities provides a pathway for adults with disabilities to enter employment…
Learn More
August 9, 2024
10:00am - 11:00am CDT
In-Person Support Event
Texas Chapter Coffee Talk: Back to School Tips
La Madeleine
4201 S Cooper, Unit 731
Arlington, TX 76015
Do you have questions about IEPs or how to pack a GFCF lunch for your kiddo? We are here to…
Learn More
August 13, 2024
10:00am PDT to 12:00pm PDT
Southern California Family Support Event
Breakfast Club
Corner Bakery
2789 N Main St (In Cityplace)
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Join us for coffee, pancakes, and support from fellow autism parents. Share knowledge, share stories, and share strength, you are…
Learn More
August 14, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Parent Support Meeting: Teens & Adults
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Families with Teens and Adults – Let’s get together virtually with TACA as we discuss all things autism! Together, we’ll…
Learn More
August 16, 2024
10:00am - 12:00pm HST
In-Person Support Event
Hawai’i Chapter Coffee Talk & Shop: Diet & Nutrition
Down to Earth - Pearlridge (upstairs)
98-211 Pali Momi St.
Aiea, HI 96701
Nutrition and diet are the foundation of health. Let’s explore ways to improve your child’s eating habits as well as…
Learn More
August 24, 2024
10:00am PDT to 2:00pm PDT
Southern California Teen and Adult Event
Teen & Adult Resource Fair
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St
Anaheim, CA 92805
This event is to prepare families for their future planning including taxes, wills/trusts, insurance, guardianship and many other things we…
Learn More
August 28, 2024
11:00am PDT to 1:00pm PDT
Southern California Family Support Event
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Need support? Have some questions that need to be answered? Join us for Lunch Bunch where autism parents come together…
Learn More
August 28, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Parent Support Meeting: Teens & Adults
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Watch & Learn: So Many Choices! Designing a Diet for Your Child with Julie Buckley, MD GFCFSF, SCD, GAPS, Keto,…
Learn More
September 8, 2024
8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Outreach Event
Find TACA New Jersey at Autism Beach Bash
14th Ave Beach
Belmar, NJ 07719
The AFSNJ Autism Beach Bash features a surf camp with Surfers Healing, a California based nonprofit specializing in working with…
Learn More
October 5, 2024
TBA
Southern California Family Support Event
Volcom & TACA – Everyone Can Skate
Volcom Headquarters
Costa Mesa, CA
Come and Learn How to Skateboard! Join us for a fun-filled family day with skateboard lessons, bounce houses, activities, and…
Learn More
October 18, 2024
to October 20, 2024
In-person Conference
National TACA Autism Conference
Hilton Orange County Hotel
3050 Bristol St,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Learn More
December 7, 2024
TBA
Southern California Family Support Event
Sensitive Santa
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St,
Anaheim, CA 92805
Santa is a busy man this time of year, so make a reservation for the kiddos to meet and take…
Learn More
July 1, 2024
to July 31, 2024
Virtual Education Event
Monthly Learning Series: PANS/PANDAS
via Website
PANS/PANDAS is challenging and many times parents struggle for years to get a diagnosis and then access appropriate treatment all…
Learn More
July 1, 2024
to July 31, 2024
Virtual Recorded Education Event
PANS/PANDAS
with
Lindsey Wells, ND
via Website
Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disorders associated with Streptococcal Infections (PANDAS) and Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) are autoimmune disorders that present…
Learn More
July 1, 2024
to July 31, 2024
Virtual Recorded Education Event
Mycotoxins: The Hidden Cause of Inflammatory Illness
with
Julie Logan, DC
via Website
Mycotoxin exposure is more common than previously thought, and in genetically susceptible individuals, can lead to crippling illness, including worsening…
Learn More
July 29, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Teen & Adult: Watch & Learn – Health & Wellness for the Caregiver
by
Dr. Anju Usman Singh, MD, FAAFP and Dr. Julie Logan DC
via Zoom
Parents of teens and adults! This month our watch and learn is just for parents and caregivers as we learn…
Learn More
July 31, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Parent Meeting Family Support Panel: Watch & Learn
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Understanding and Managing “Flares” or Immune Activation with Anju Usman Singh, MD, FAAFP, FMAPS, ABIHM, Hom-C. Adding a diagnosis of…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
to August 31, 2024
Virtual Education Event
Monthly Learning Series: Diet & Nutrition
via Website
Nutrition and diet are the foundations of health. Deficits in nutrition negatively impact the body and the brain. In autism,…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
to August 31, 2024
Recorded Education
Following a GFCF Diet: What Every Parent Needs to Know
with
Darin Ingels, ND, FAAEM
via Website
In this talk, Dr. Ingels will review the basics of why following a gluten and casein-free diet can help support…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
to August 31, 2024
Recorded Education
Dietary Detours
with
Anju Usman Singh, MD, FAAFP, ABIHM, FMAPS
via Website
Dietary interventions seem to provide the most effective way of shifting the immune system. . Diets such as Casein-free/Gluten-free/Sugar-free diets…
Learn More
August 14, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Parent Support Meeting: Teens & Adults
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Families with Teens and Adults – Let’s get together virtually with TACA as we discuss all things autism! Together, we’ll…
Learn More
August 28, 2024
4:00pm PDT / 7:00pm EDT
Virtual Support Event
Virtual Parent Support Meeting: Teens & Adults
with
TACA Parent Mentors
via Zoom
Watch & Learn: So Many Choices! Designing a Diet for Your Child with Julie Buckley, MD GFCFSF, SCD, GAPS, Keto,…
Learn More
October 18, 2024
to October 20, 2024
In-person Conference
National TACA Autism Conference
Hilton Orange County Hotel
3050 Bristol St,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Learn More
July 31, 2024
11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
In-Person Support Event
New York Coffee Talk
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea
200 West Main Street
Smithtown, NY 11787
Join us for Coffee Talk, where you can connect with fellow autism parents and caregivers to seek support, share ideas,…
Learn More
August 1, 2024
7:00pm - 9:00pm EDT
In-Person Support Event
Maryland Coffee Talk
Panera Bread
8125 Ritchie Highway
Pasadena, MD 21122
Join us for Coffee Talk, where you can connect with fellow autism parents and caregivers to seek support, share ideas,…
Learn More
August 6, 2024
9:30am - 10:30am EDT
In-Person Support Event
Virginia Chapter Coffee Talk
Blend Coffee Bar
43710 Southern Walk Plaza, #120
Ashburn, VA 20148
Join us for Coffee Talk, where you can connect with fellow autism parents and caregivers to seek support, share ideas,…
Learn More
August 9, 2024
10:00am - 11:00am CDT
In-Person Support Event
Texas Chapter Coffee Talk: Back to School Tips
La Madeleine
4201 S Cooper, Unit 731
Arlington, TX 76015
Do you have questions about IEPs or how to pack a GFCF lunch for your kiddo? We are here to…
Learn More
August 16, 2024
10:00am - 12:00pm HST
In-Person Support Event
Hawai’i Chapter Coffee Talk & Shop: Diet & Nutrition
Down to Earth - Pearlridge (upstairs)
98-211 Pali Momi St.
Aiea, HI 96701
Nutrition and diet are the foundation of health. Let’s explore ways to improve your child’s eating habits as well as…
Learn More
September 8, 2024
8:00am - 3:00pm EDT
Outreach Event
Find TACA New Jersey at Autism Beach Bash
14th Ave Beach
Belmar, NJ 07719
The AFSNJ Autism Beach Bash features a surf camp with Surfers Healing, a California based nonprofit specializing in working with…
Learn More
October 18, 2024
to October 20, 2024
In-person Conference
National TACA Autism Conference
Hilton Orange County Hotel
3050 Bristol St,
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Learn More
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July 27, 2024
4:30pm PDT to 7:30pm PDT
Southern California Family Event
Summer Fun
Atlantis Play Center
13630 Atlantis Way
Garden Grove, CA 92844
TACA Family Event – an afternoon of fun and play for families of children with autism (children ages 1-12) Children…
Learn More
July 27, 2024
11:00am PDT to 2:00pm PDT
Southern California Community Event
All Abilities Celebration
Julianne and George Argyros Plaza
600 Town Center Dr
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Segerstrom Center for the Arts and Orange County Arts & Disability are proud to present the fifth annual All Abilities…
Learn More
July 30, 2024
11:00am PT to 1:00pm PT
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FAMILY SUPPORT EVENT
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave,
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Join us to get educated and supported for your autism journey. RSVP so that we can save you a seat…
Learn More
August 6, 2024
10:00am PDT to 12:00pm PDT
Southern California Community Event
TACA Coffee Community Connect
Seasaw Beans and Coffee
6302 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90621
Join us for our newest location, Seasaw Coffee. Seasaw Communities provides a pathway for adults with disabilities to enter employment…
Learn More
August 13, 2024
10:00am PDT to 12:00pm PDT
Southern California Family Support Event
Breakfast Club
Corner Bakery
2789 N Main St (In Cityplace)
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Join us for coffee, pancakes, and support from fellow autism parents. Share knowledge, share stories, and share strength, you are…
Learn More
August 24, 2024
10:00am PDT to 2:00pm PDT
Southern California Teen and Adult Event
Teen & Adult Resource Fair
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St
Anaheim, CA 92805
This event is to prepare families for their future planning including taxes, wills/trusts, insurance, guardianship and many other things we…
Learn More
August 28, 2024
11:00am PDT to 1:00pm PDT
Southern California Family Support Event
Lunch Bunch
Flower Child
1302 Bison Ave
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Need support? Have some questions that need to be answered? Join us for Lunch Bunch where autism parents come together…
Learn More
October 5, 2024
TBA
Southern California Family Support Event
Volcom & TACA – Everyone Can Skate
Volcom Headquarters
Costa Mesa, CA
Come and Learn How to Skateboard! Join us for a fun-filled family day with skateboard lessons, bounce houses, activities, and…
Learn More
December 7, 2024
TBA
Southern California Family Support Event
Sensitive Santa
Anaheim First Church of the Nazarene
1340 N Candlewood St,
Anaheim, CA 92805
Santa is a busy man this time of year, so make a reservation for the kiddos to meet and take…