Empowering Through Preparedness: Joshua's Path First Aid & Safety Workshop Offers Lifesaving Skills To Neurodivergent Adults

Led by experienced facilitators and supported by Joshua’s Path Disability Services, this workshop offers far more than just basic safety instruction. Participants will receive CPR and First Aid certification, along with practical, hands-on training in areas that are too often overlooked in mainstream safety programs: epilepsy awareness, home and community safety and natural disaster preparedness.

Creating a Safe Space for Lifesaving Skills

Joshua’s Path is known throughout Broward County and beyond for its commitment to supporting neurodivergent individuals through education, advocacy and personalized services. This workshop reflects that mission by making critical safety education accessible and approachable. The program is led by Sam Salver, a passionate advocate who has worked with neurodivergent adults and their families.

“We want our loved ones to walk away with real confidence in their ability to respond in an emergency,” says a family member. “Too often, people with disabilities are left out of emergency prep conversations. We’re changing that.”

Through engaging, sensory-aware instruction and personalized support, participants will gain essential skills to care for themselves and assist others in times of crisis. From how to safely perform CPR to what to do during a hurricane, each topic is approached with the unique needs of neurodivergent learners in mind.

What the Workshop Covers

The workshop includes a wide range of topics, delivered in digestible sessions over the course of eight days:

CPR and First Aid Certification: Participants will earn certification through accredited instruction, learning how to respond to common injuries, medical emergencies and choking.

Epilepsy Awareness and Training: With epilepsy being more common among individuals with neurodevelopmental conditions, this module teaches participants what to do if they or someone nearby has a seizure.

Home Safety: Tips and strategies to prevent accidents in the kitchen, bathroom and other areas of the home.

Community Safety: How to safely navigate public spaces, interact with first responders and recognize signs of potential danger in everyday situations.

Natural Disaster Preparedness: From hurricanes to floods, participants will be equipped with knowledge and tools to create personal emergency kits and response plans tailored to their needs.

Each session will be hands-on, interactive and paced to support learning retention and comfort.

More Than Just a Workshop

The First Aid and Safety Workshop is just one of the many services offered through Joshua’s Path, a cornerstone program of Goodman JFS. The initiative provides consultations, system navigation assistance and a wealth of educational resources for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

By teaching emergency skills in a respectful and supportive environment, Joshua’s Path continues to live up to its mission: to support, educate and empower. The workshop doesn’t just equip participants with knowledge—it builds community and fosters independence.

The workshop is open to all neurodivergent adults aged 18 and up and while it’s completely free of charge, registration is required. Interested individuals can sign up online at: http://weblink.donorperfect.com/JPFA25

For more information, email: joshuaspath@jfsbroward.org. Call: (954) 270-0055. Or visit: www.jfsbroward.org.

Spaces are limited and with a program this empowering and practical, spots are sure to fill quickly. Don’t miss out on this chance to gain crucial lifesaving skills—and the confidence that comes with them.