Autism: 10 Lessons for the Course of Life + Q&A with Dr. Rick Solomon
Join us for an insightful online event where Dr. Rick Solomon will share 10 valuable lessons for navigating life with autism. Gain practical tips and strategies to support individuals on the autism spectrum. Stick around for a Q&A session with Dr. Solomon to get your burning questions answered. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from a renowned expert in the field of autism.
Dr. Rick Solomon is a developmental and behavioral pediatrician with over 25 years of experience working with children, and their families, who have behavioral and developmental conditions. Dr. Solomon has cared for many autistic children and their families over the course of their lives. Learn more about Dr. Solomon here!
All proceeds from this event will go to Open Up, a non-proift organization located in Pittsburgh, PA. The mission of Open up is to teach mindfulness tools through movement and art practices that center people living with disabilities. Their programs are open to all who identify as having a disability and those who do not. They are for everyone.
About Open Up
For the past 10 years, Open Up has created inclusive, welcoming spaces where people of all abilities—and the caregivers who support them—can connect, move, and access tools for well-being. Programs include free community classes, professional development workshops, summer camp and yoga club, and school-based programming that centers people with disabilities while remaining open to all.
Open Up has also expanded access beyond Pittsburgh through live virtual yoga and improv classes, an accessible YouTube library, and a national podcast, ensuring that individuals and families across the country can participate in this work.
Due to recent shifts in federal funding priorities, Open Up is now in an emergency state due to facing a significant funding gap. In response, the organization has launched a GoFundMe campaign to sustain its programming during this critical time. Donations will directly support:
- Free, inclusive wellness classes
- Support for caregivers and families
- Fair pay for teaching artists and staff
- Ongoing national and virtual programming
This moment is urgent. Contributions help ensure that Open Up can continue removing barriers to wellness and building a world where people with disabilities are seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.
