DECEMBER
2003
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Listings Includes
These Locations
AUSTRALIA
BRITISH COLUMBIA
ENGLAND
INDIA
INDONESIA
IRELAND
KUWAIT
MALAYSIA
ONTARIO
RUSSIA
UNITED KINGDOM
& On the Net
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ON THE NET, MISC
TalkAutism Specialty Chat
Life On and Slightly to the Right of the Autism Spectrum - Stephen
Shore! Join Stephen in his autobiographical journey from the nonverbal
days as he relates his life to the many challenges facing people on
the autism spectrum.
Dec 3 Online 9 pm est - Free
www.talkautism.org
admin@talkautism.org
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Shelley
Reynolds of Unlocking Autism On the Net Dec 8
TalkAutism Specialty Chat
Power of 1.5 Political Autism Conference (PAC) - Upgrade Your Power! -
Shelley Reynolds (Unlocking Autism)
Dec 8 Online 9pm est - Free
www.talkautism.org
- Virtual Speaker
admin@talkautism.org
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International Autism Meetup Day
Meetup with other parents, locally, face-to-face, of children with
autism to talk and share
strategies, treatments, etc. For
parents of Autistic Children Worldwide.
Dec 9 2nd Tuesday of month Variety of locales, Worldwide
7pm Local Time
autism.meetup.com
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Membership Sign-up Month
ICAREnow is the International Caregivers Assoociation for
Rehabilitation now. ICAREnow represents every type of Neurological
injury in the USA including Autism. In order to have the political
power to make a change in Autism and how it is handled by the Medical
Community and the government, combine your strength with everyone
else, it has been proven time and again that politicians listen to the
"squeaky wheel".
Dec thru Jan No Fees or dues.
Join today: www.icarenow.org
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Autism
Conferences Online
presents an internet
breakthrough jam-packed with the latest ground breaking information.
It's a carefully thought out recorded presentation created by world
renowned experts for Autism and Aspergers. These conferences can be
viewed on any computer connected to the internet at anytime,
anywhere
Each month a new world-renowned expert presents theories, research,
cases and conclusions that are bound to inform & enlighten you.
Over the next twelve
months, watch presenters such as:
Dr. Peter Gerdhart:Transition
Programming for Adolescents and Adults with ASD.
Raun K. Kaufman: Break Through Stradegies for Autism and PDD.
Lisa Lewis: Special Eating Habits
for Special Needs.
Dr. William Shaw: Metabolism, Nutrition and Immunology as it
correlates to ASD
Margaret Bauman: Neurology and the Brain of those with ASD
Dr. William Walsh: Non Drug Alternatives Improving
Nutritional Imbalances in ASD
Diane Twachtman-Cullen: Planning Your Childs Future through
the IEP/IPP Process
Stephen Shore: Moving Children Beyond The Autism Wall, A
Personal Accounting
Steven Gutstein: Encouraging Relationship Development Between
those with Autism and Peers
Andy Bondy: Assisting Non Verbal Children with Autism through
the Pyramid Approach
Barry Prizant: Language and Social Communicative Issues
through the SCERTS Model
Pat Wyman: Teaching Those with ASD Through Their Best
Learning Style
Darold Treffart: Enrichment of those with ASD Through The
Autism Savant Connection
Package includes sixty hours access to the site to view top-notch
presenters again and again. Once a presenter is live on the site,
you can view their presentation anytime at your convenience.
Sign up NOW
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ARIZONA
Autism/Asperger's Conference - CEUs
for ASHA/APA
Dr. Tony Attwood with an All New All Day Workshop on Anger Management,
Teen Challenges, & Making Special Interests a Positive
Dec 2 Phoenix
Reg 7am - close 4:30pm see website for prices
Wyndham Phoenix 50 E Adams St.
www.FutureHorizons-autism.com
or 800-489-0727
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Autism-Asperger's Conference
Life/Education: Temple Grandin, Lorna Jean King, Jerry Newport, and
teen/adult panels
Medical: Cindy Schneider, Jeff Bradstreet, Mercury/Nutrients: James
Adams, GI Bacteria: Sophie Rosseneu, EFA treatments: Louise Galina,
Psychiatric Medications: Jaswinder Ghuman, Genetics: Dietrich Stephan
Jan 9-10, 2004 Tempe
$60/day, $90/2days for ASA members
ASU main campus, Memorial Union building
www.phxautism.org
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Authism Spectrum Disorders Using the SCERTS Method
The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communicative and Sociomotional
Competence for Early Intervention to the Early School Years.
Mar 15-16 Phoenix
8:30-3:30 per day $295 Early Bird
Holiday Inn Select - Phoenix Airport. 4300 E. Washington Street.
602.286.1114
janetballetto@cox.net
www.SCERTS.com 401 732-6335 |
AUSTRALIA
Auditory Integration Training
Berard method - AIT practitioners since 1991
17 - 27 May Brisbane, Queensland
$1,700 AUD ABIQ headquarters, Rochedale South
earait@aol.com or
enquiries@abiq.org |
BRITISH COLUMBIA
Keys To The Treasure Chest....The
Right Combination Dr. Temple Grandin, Come to beautiful British
Columbia and learn whats new in the world of autism spectrum
treatments Maria Bird-West Wheeler Find out the characteristics of ASD
impacting behavior, learning and performance and learn positive
support strategies for preventing misbehavior.
Jan 30-Jan 31
7:30 registration to 5 both days, Parent and Professional rates
available either one or both days.
Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
www.keystotreasures.com
Theresa Polok,
info@exceptionalresources.com
1-866-8EVENTS 838-3687
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CALIFORNIA
Autism And Young Children With
Visual Impairments
Infant Develpment Association of CA, co-sponsored by LAUSD Infant &
Preschool Support Services This training will focus on strategies and
interventions for identifying and serving children with visual
impairments and autism. participants will learn how to build
communication skills for these young children.
Fremont Dec 1, Los Angeles Dec 2
Registration deadline: Nov 29
Register on line at
www.idaofcal.org IDA Member or Parent - $79.00 |
Identifying Social Deficits and Teaching Social Skills to Children
with ASD. Presented by Yolo County SELPA, participants will gain a
greater understanding of the social deficits and excesses demonstrated
by people with autism spectrum. Presented by Patty Schetter,
Specialist Consultant.
Dec
4 Woodland $20 for Yolo Co. registrants, $40 others
Yolo County Office of Education
(Woodland Conference Room), 1240 Harter Ave.
8:30 AM Regis. 9AM-3:30 PM
530-668-3786 /
irgens@ycoe.org |
Integrated Therapy Solutions Monthly Informational
Awaken Listening Program, using Dynamic Listening Systems to
facilitate the auditory training and stimulation work as taught and
researched by the late Dr. Alfred Tomatis. We discuss the program,
history, methodology and introduce the attendees to our office, staff
and fellow participants. Q&A w/ refreshments & networking.
Dec 4 Beverly Hills 7pm-9pm free
291 S. La Cienega Blvd. Suite 409. one block south of Wilshire Blvd.
Geni King itssca@earthlink.net
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Berard Auditory Integration Training Non-invasive, sensory based
therapy - benefits individuals with hearing sensitivity, auditory
processing challenges, language and speech delays, and ADD/ADHD. 10
day program requires 2 training sessions/ day.
Dec 6-15
Santa
Barbara
$1300 per child
terries@execpc.com
www.we-exist.net/ait
262-569-7828 |
The Ingredients of Learning and Academic Output
Dr. Mel Levine - a nationally known education expert, pediatrician and
author of the best selling books, "One Mind at a Time" and "The Myth
of Laziness" will discuss: Non-labeling approach to differences in
learning, Ways teacher and parents can observe child's developmental
functioning
Insights to approaches enabling all children to find their ways of
succeeding and more.
Dec 9 Sacramento Cost is $65
Double Tree Hot 2001 Point W. Way
Barbara Driscoll at 760-736-6335 or
bdriscol@sdcoe.k12.ca.us |
M.I.N.D. Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series 2004
Free and open to the public.
December 10 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org |
School District Roundtable - discussion about local school districts
in So. California Note: this meeting is for parents only
Dec 13 Costa Mesa
tacanow@cox.net
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FEAT Family Resource Meeting:
Seminar on Peer Play
Behavioral Education for Children with Autism
Dec 17 Sacramento 7pm
UCD Medical Center, Parent Support Service Building PSSB-4150 V St..
Rm G300
Christine Totah 530-756-5936 |
Autism Support for Families in the Santa Clarita Valley
Support Group meeting for parents of children who have been diagnoised
as being on the Autism Spectrum. Friendly, supportive meeting
designed to help parents deal with the demands of raising a child with
developmental delays and all other issues that encompass autism. We
discuss family issues, behavior problems, school issues, the latest
thoughts and therapies available etc... hildren are welcome at the
meeting
Dec 17 Jan 21 3rd Wed/Mo. Santa
Clarita 9AM-11:30AM
Regional Center SCV 28470 Ave. Stanford, Suite 100.
www.autismscv.org |
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Berard Auditory Integration Training. Non-invasive, sensory based
therapy - benefits individuals with hearing sensitivity, auditory
processing challenges, language and speech delays, and ADD/ADHD. 10
day program requires 2 training sessions per day.
Dec 20-29
San Diego
$1400 per child
O.T. Etc (new location) 7927 Ostrow St. Suite B, Kearny Mesa
terries@execpc.com
www.we-exist.net/ait
262-569-7828
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FEAT Board of Directors Meeting
Fourth Tues. of the month.
Dec 23 Jan 27 Sacramento
7:30 pm Arden-Dimick Library 891 Watt Ave Gordon Hall
Call to confirm meeting date.
916-381-5270 |
Davis Area Aspergers Support Group
Fourth Wednes. of the month.
Dec 24 Jan 28 Davis 7-9 pm Call for location
Robin Dewey 530-753-8649
rddll22@aol.com
or DeDe Douglass 530-759-8817 |
Dramautism
Drama therapy for HFA/Aspie kids (ages 4 to 7). Taught by Debra Clark,
producer-writer and mother of two autistic sons; and Patsy Keating, a
special education teacher for LAUSD.
Now until Dec 28 Studio City
4pm to 5pm, $30/session
CBS Television Studios
Debra Clark,
dclark0704@yahoo.com
818-360-7125 |
Big Fun Gymnastics – Occupational Therapy for ASD Kids- Gene Hurwin
Jan 10 Costa Mesa
tacanow@cox.net
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Asperger Syndrome
Clinical Features, Assessment, and Intervention Guidelines
Fred Volkmar, M.D.
If you are a mental health professional, teacher, children's service
provider, advocate, parent, or family member of a child, adolescent,
or adult affected by severe forms of social disabilities such as
autism or Asperger syndrome, you need to have a detailed working
knowledge of the many challenges faced by individuals affected by
these conditions.
Jan 14 San Diego
Town and Country Resort & Convention Center 500 Hotel Circle
http://www.neei.org/, email
educate@neei.org, or call
Carolyn at 413 499-1489
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Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendship for
People on the Autistic Spectrum
Dr. Steve Gutstein dramatically illustrates the Relationship
Development Intervention Program (RDI) via audience participation and
hours of video taken from actual intervention sessions. As he guides
you through a new way of thinking, you will discover a path for how
people on the autism spectrum can develop friendships, empathy and the
love of sharing their world with others. Language comes alive when
integrated with real emotion.
Jan 24-25 Los Angeles
9am-4:30pm, $275adv. by Dec 29
Summit View School, 12101 Washington Blvd.
Robin @ Speech, Language and Educational Assoc. 818-753-0300 |
2nd Annual C.A.S.E., Inc. Conference Date Change
Dr. Cynthia LaBrie Norall, Ph.D.
Dr. Sarah Turner, Ph.D., Cynthia Bullock, Malia Wilson,M.A., Diana
Shimkus
Jan 31 Carlsbad
9:30am-4pm/ Families $100/$150 (Both parents), Professionals $100
The Carlsbad Village Theatre, 2822 State Street, Downtown Carlsbad
www.casefamily.com or Andi
Protzeller at CaseAndi@aol.com
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Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) 2-Day Workshop
Pyramid Approach to Asperger's
Syndrome Presented by Donna Abadie, M.Ed.
Holiday-Inn Mission Bay Sea World
$175 tuition (includes handout
packet for note taking)
Feb 9
San
Diego
Sara Moore at
smoore@pecs.com or 302-368-2515.
Mention Sara Moore on your registration form and receive a $20
discount on the one-day workshops and a $30 discount on the two-day
workshops |
M.I.N.D. Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series 2004
Free and open to the public.
Feb 11 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org
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2004 Conference of the California Association for Behavior Analysis
CalABA's 2004 Conference
Changing Behavior, Changing Lives
will feature a wide range of topics dealing with autism. Presentations
and workshops will be given by: Mila Amerine-Dickens, M.S. (Theory of
Mind); Michael Fabrizio, M.A. (Fluency Based Instruction); Judy Agnew,
Ph.D. (Quality Autism Interventions); Robert & Lynn Koegel, Ph.D.
(Pivotal Response Training); and many more! There will also be a
special Ask The Experts session on autism featuring: Gina Green,
Ph.D.; Robert & Lynn Koegel, Ph.D.; Mark Sundberg, Ph.D.; and Ivar
Lovaas, Ph.D. For the complete 2004 Conf. Program,
Feb 19 - Feb 21 San Francisco
Approx. 8am - 5pm, please see website for cost information
San Francisco Airport Marriott: 1800 Old Bayshore Highway, Burlingame
www.calaba.org/2004conf or
www.calaba.org
conference@calaba.org
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Autism Conference for Southern
California By CASD.
Feb 20-22 Santa Monica
www.casdweb. org/index.htm
kazuko@grandecom.net |
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2 day workshop "Navigation the Social World" covering social and
emotional skills programs for individuals with Aspergers's Syndrome,
high functioning autism, and related disorders. The programs are
drawn from the book,Navigating the Social World. Jeanie McAfee, MD,
author and mother of a child with ASD along with her team of 4 will
conduct the workshop.
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Nonverbal Learning Disorders Association's Eighth Annual Symposium
NLDA presents ""Focusing on Interventions for NLD"". Speakers include
Sandy Baumgartner, PhD (NLD and parent stress); Allan Beane, PhD
(Bully Free Classroom); David Berg (Making Math Real); Mardi Bernard,
RN, Judy Craig, BEd (Kings Academy, Canada); Jonathan Cohen, PhD
(Center for Social and Emotional Learning); Deborah Green, MA (Growing
Up with NLD); Randi Hagerman, MD (M.I.N.D. Institute) & more
Mar 5-6 San Francisco
Grosvenor Hotel, South San Francisco
www.NDLline.com or
www.NLDA.org |
M.I.N.D. Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series 2004
Free and open to the public.
March 10 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org |
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
2-Day Workshop
Holiday-Inn Mission Bay Sea World
$375 professional tuition
$235 parent/ student tuition
Includes 2nd Edition PECS Manual and handout packet for note taking
March 15 & 16 San Diego
Sara Moore at smoore@pecs.com or 302-368-2515. Mention Sara Moore on
your registration form and receive a $20 discount on the one-day
workshops and a $30 discount on the two-day workshops |
Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) 2-Day Workshop
Presented by Donna Abadie, M.Ed. & Christine Cavarretta, BCBA
Ramada Plaza International Hotel
$375 professional tuition
$235 parent/ student tuition
Includes 2nd Edition PECS Manual and handout packet for note taking
For registration information, visit us online at www.pecs.com or call
888-732-7462.
March 18 & 19 San Francisco
Sara Moore at smoore@pecs.com or 302-368-2515. Mention Sara Moore on
your registration form and receive a $20 discount on the one-day
workshops and a $30 discount on the two-day workshops |
M.I.N.D. Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series 2004
Free and open to the public.
April 14 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org |
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FEAT 11th annual Dinner Auction
April 24
Sacramento
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International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR)
May 7 - 8 Sacramento
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Information regarding the conference can be found at
conferences.ucdavis.edu/imfar |
M.I.N.D. Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series 2004
Free and open to the public.
May 12 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org
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M.I.N.D. Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series 2004
Free and open to the public.
June 9 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org |
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Wrightslaw will return by popular demand. Pete and Pam
Wright will guide this two day workshop on how to work effectively
with your school district to obtain appropriate services for you
child. Pete is a nationally recognized attorney that assists
children with disabilities obtain services.
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CONNECTICUT
Autism Spectrum Resouce Fair
Exhibitors from School, camps, colleges throughout New England/NY/NJ
areas, transition programs, community provider agencies, recreation
prog. of all kinds, providers of social skills etc..
Mar 27 North Haven Free Adm.
Gateway Community College
CT ASRC Lois Rosenwald 203-248-5222 or
info@ct-asrc.org |
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ENGLAND
Including Children with Autism in
Mainstream Settings
How to include children with autism in mainstream primary & secondary
settings - theory & practice
Carole Tashie, Colin Newton & Derek Wilson
Jan 22nd - Jan 23 London
All day professionals:- £399 plus VAT parents:- £100 plus VAT
(£525 plus VAT - residential)
The Docklands Hilton
www.inclusive-solutions.com
Emma Pyatt, DBH House, Carlton Square, Nottingham, NG4 3BP.
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FLORIDA
St. Augustine Artists for Autism
Silent art auction to increase awareness in the st. augustine
community and raise funds for our six year-old church member, Ben
Herskovitz, who struggles with Autism. A church cookbook will also be
for sale with recipes prepared to sample! Proceeds to benefit Ben's
Son-Rise program and medical expenses.
Dec 5 Saint Augustine 5pm-9pm
free
Grace United Methodist Church, 8 Carerra St. Janeen Herskovitz
www.bensworld.org
bensworld4@cs.com 904-823-8938 |
The Spectrum Conference:
for Professionals & Parents Caring for the Learning Disabled. By:
Island Nutrition Center, Integrative Therapies Inc, Wilsonville, OR,
and Enzymatic Therapy, Green Bay, WI
Presented by: Parish Nurse Program at Sanibel Community Church
Sanibel Dec 6 10 AM- 5 PM
(Please check in at 9 AM)
Sanibel Community Church, 1740 Periwinkle. Carol Simontacchi,
239-472-4499/
Csimontacchi@cs.com or Kathy
Meyer 239-254-1456/magcap@yahoo.com
Register Before November 15, 2003: $20 per person and $12 for each
additional attendee in the family. (Price includes box lunch)
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Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendship for
People on the Autistic Spectrum
Dr. Steve Gutstein dramatically illustrates the Relationship
Development Intervention Program (RDI) via audience participation and
hours of video taken from actual intervention sessions. As he guides
you through a new way of thinking, you will discover a path for how
people on the autism spectrum can develop friendships.
Jan 17-18 Tallahassee
9am-4:30pm $150 adv. by Dec 5
Museum of Florida History, 500 Bronough St.
Center for Enabling Special Children, 850-671-2400 |
GEORGIA
Sensory Processing Disorders and
Young Children
Carol Kranowitz will briefly describe how Sensory Processing Disorders
manifest themselves in children. She will then demondtrate activities
that parents, educators, and professionals can do at home, school,or
in therapy. Dr. Lucy Jane Miller will discuss latest research in
Sensory Processing Disorders and where the future of her current
research is taking the field.
7am-4:30 pm $105 for family member $145 for professionals, group rates
available
Dec 5 Atlanta call for details
www.SensoryResources.com,
info@sensoryresources.com,
1-888-357-5867, fax 1-702-891-889
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FEAT of Georgia Conference
Autism: Biomedical Aspects, Lauren Underwood, Ph.D.
Dec 6 Savannah
9am-12pm $15, $10 adv by Nov 22
Memorial Health University Hospital Auditorium
FEAT of Georgia, 912-354-5544 |
Walk F.A.R for NAAR - Atlanta
3K Fun Walk benefiting Autism Biomedical Research
May 1 Atlanta Piedmont Park
Please consider volunteering and/or forming a walk team to help us
raise money for the National Alliance for Autism Research. For more
information, please go to www.naar.org
and select the Walk pages for Atlanta.
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HAWAII
Authism Spectrum Disorders Using the SCERTS Method
The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communicative and Sociomotional
Competence for Early Intervention to the Early School Years.
Mar 19-20 Waikoloa
8:30-3:30 ea. day. $295 Early Bird
Hilton Waikoloa Village, 425 Waikoloa Beach Drive, Waikoloa 808
886-1234
janetballetto@cox.net
www.SCERTS.com
401 732-6335 |
ILLINOIS
Summit Center Focus Group
Summit Center, a nonprofit preschool for children with and without
special needs, plans to establish a center for autism in Elgin, IL
that provides high quality, inclusive, comprehensive and affordable
programming for children ages 3 -5. Focus groups have been meeting to
establish the parameters of this program.
Dec 4 Elgin
799 S. McLean Blvd 60123
Karen Mundt 847
742-3264 kmundt@summitelgin.org
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Literacy for the Child With Autism
Presented by Susan Norwell, M.A.
For General and Special Education Teachers, Paraeducators, Parents,
Administrators & Speech/Language Pathologists. Literary techniques
that will move students from emergent literacy to decoding and
comprehension work · Application of the Four-Block Model of Literacy
Development for children on the autism spectrum who are verbal or
nonverbal · Adaptation of a simple guided reading book to take home
Videos to see techniques inaction!
Dec 12 Ottawa
1009 Boyce Memorial Dr.
888 732-7462 or 302 368-2515
sbuswell@pecs.com, www.pecs.com
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US COINAGE: MERCURY DIME
On loan
from the QuidProQuo
DC
Vending Machine Collection.
(QuidProQuo™
is a trademark of the E. Lie Lully Corporation.)
Future Planning for Families of Children & Adults with Special
Needs... "HEART-to-HEART Family. Lecture for Easter Seals at Child
Development Family Center
Jan 10 Rockford
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THE AUTISM CALENDAR tm
"Let's Give Them Something to Talk About" Technology for
Communication, Literacy & Learning for the Student With Autism
Jan 30-31 Carterville John A.
Logan College 1-888-732-7462 or 1-302-368-2515.
sbuswell@pecs.com or www.pecs.com |
Literacy for the Child With Autism
Presented by Susan Norwell, M.A.
For General and Special Education Teachers, Paraeducators, Parents,
Administrators & Speech/Language Pathologists. Literary techniques
that will move students from emergent literacy to decoding and
comprehension work · Application of the Four-Block Model of Literacy
Development for children on the autism spectrum who are verbal or
nonverbal · Adaptation of a simple guided reading book to take home ·
Videos to see techniques in action!
Feb 27
Rockford
Mar 12 Macomb
1009 Boyce Memorial Dr.
1-888-732-7462 or 1-302-368-2515.
sbuswell@pecs.com or www.pecs.com |
Future Planning for Families of Children & Adults with Special
Needs... "HEART-to-HEART Family. Lecture for Next Steps
March 16 Burr Ridge
847 279-7999 or toll free at 866 ToRubin.
More info, see May 25
www.SpecialNeedsFuturePlanning.com |
Future Planning for Families of Children & Adults with Special
Needs... "HEART-to-HEART Family.
Lecture for Parent Advocate Support Group
March
27 Chicago
847 279-7999 or toll free at 866 ToRubin.
More info, see May 25
www.SpecialNeedsFuturePlanning.com
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Future Planning for Families of Children & Adults with Special
Needs... "HEART-to-HEART Family Educational Group Presentations"
Brian Rubin has been lecturing on the topic of Special Needs Future
Planning since 1982 - since his own son with special needs was 1 yr
old.
May 25
Plainfield
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Future Planning for Families of Children & Adults with Special
Needs... "HEART-to-HEART Family Educational Group Presentations"
Brian Rubin has been lecturing on the topic of Special Needs Future
Planning since 1982 - since his own son with special needs was 1 yr
old. May 28 -May 30 Chicago
Autism One Conference, Illinois.
847 279-7999 or toll free at 866 ToRubin.
www.SpecialNeedsFuturePlanning.com
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INDIA
Auditory Integration Training
AIT - An intervention developed in France by Dr. Guy Berard, addresses
the hearing distortions, hyperacute hearing and sensory processing
anomalies which cause discomfort and confusion in learning disabled
and developmentally delayed children. AIT seeks to retrain the
auditory system. AIT has now been given to thousands of individuals
with beneficial results. 10 day program consists of 2, 30 min.training
sessions per day. Sharda Ramlackhan M.A. was trained by Dr. Guy Berard.
April 1-10
Faridabad
$1200 US
shardaEARS@aol.com
508-397-3277 |
INDIANA
Elkhart Co. Community Wraparound
Autism Parent Support Group
Dec 18 Jan 15- 3rd Thurs. of each month Elkhart Free
Non Profit Elkhart Public Library
Rhonda Raderstorf 574-533-1234 Ext 386 |
INDONESIA
Auditory Integration Training
Berard method - AIT practitioners since 1991
18 - 31 Mar Jakarta $1,200 USD
earait@aol.com
Autism/ADD Resources, Inc.
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Auditory Integration Training
Berard method - AIT practitioners since 1991
2-13 April
Surabaya
$1,200 USD Novatel
earait@aol.com
Autism/ADD Resources, Inc.
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IRELAND
An Introduction to the HANDLE® Approach ,Holistic Approach to
NeuroDevelopment and Learning Efficiency. Presented by Cathy Stingley.
Helping those struggling with: ADD/ADHD, Autism/PDD, Balance and
Coordination Issues, Brain Injury, Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome,
Behavioral Difficulties, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Language Delay, and
more.
Feb 6, 6:30-9:30pm, Feb 7 & 8, 9:30am-5:30pm Dublin
The Friday evening introduction is FREE and open to all
interested, Early Registration 136, Full Registration 172
Institute of Public Administration, 57-61 Lansdowne Road, Dublin 4
denisegeaterforhandle@hotmail.com Phone +44 7734423000 |
KANSAS
Support Group Meeting for parents &
childn with ASD
2nd Saturday of every month
Kansas City Dec13 8am - 4pm
Lenexa University of Kansas Regents
Center 913-588- 5988
http://www.autismasperger.org/
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Autism/Asperger's 2003
Tony Attwood, Ph.D. (World recognized expert on Asperger's Syndrome) &
Carol Gray (inventor of Social Stories) - Social Skills Strategies
through the use of demonstrations, visual aids and audience
participation.
Dec 4 Kansas City
8am -4:30pm Prof. $135 Family Member $110 Individ. on Spectrum $75
groups disc for 5 or more
Hilton Kansas City Airport 8801 NW 112th Street
www.FutureHorizons-autism.com
or 800-489-0727
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Auditory Integration Training
AIT - An intervention developed in France by Dr. Guy Berard, addresses
the hearing distortions, hyperacute hearing and sensory processing
anomalies which cause discomfort and confusion in learning disabled
and developmentally delayed children. AIT seeks to retrain the
auditory system. AIT has now been given to thousands of individuals
with beneficial results. 10 day program with 2, 30 min. training
sessions per day.
Sharda Ramlackhan M.A. was trained by Dr. Guy Berard.
Mar 12 - 24
Overland
Park
$1600 ameri suites
ShardaEARS@aol.com
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KUWAIT
Second International Autism & Communication Deficits Conference in the
Middle East * New Methods of diagnosing and assessing, evaluating
Autism and Communication Deficits * Successful Teaching Strategies for
the Autistic children. * and more. Speakers: Dr. Tony Attwood; Dr.
Paul Shattock;
Dr. Deb Keen; Dr. Gary Lavigna; Dr. Margaret Bauman; And others
Dec 9- 11th of 9-1 Lectures & 3-6 workshops, cost is 120 U.S.D.
State of Kuwait - (Sheraton Kuwait)
http://www.q8autism.com/
kwautis m@qualitynet.net,
(965)-2540179-
2540351, Fax:(965)-2540247 |
LOUISIANA
Sensory Processing Disorders and
Young Children
Carol Kranowitz will briefly describe how Sensory Processing Disorders
manifest themselves in children. She will then demondtrate activities
that parents, educators, and professionals can do at home, school,or
in therapy. Dr. Lucy Jane Miller will discuss latest research in
Sensory Processing Disorders and where the future of her current
research is taking the field.
Dec 3 New Orleans 7am-4:30 pm $105 for family member $145 for
professionals, group rates available call for details
www.SensoryResources.com,
info@sensoryresources.com,
1-888-357-5867, fax 1-702-891-8899
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MAINE
Asperger Syndrome
Clinical Features, Assessment, and Intervention Guidelines
Fred Volkmar, M.D.
200 Sable Oaks Drive
Dec 11 South Portland
Portland Mariott
http://www.neei.org/, email
educate@neei.org, or call
Carolyn at 413 499-1489
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Parents Autism Weekend with Dr. Amy - Approach to Autism
Speaker: Dr. Amy A. Yasko
Jan 17 - Jan 18 Bethel
Sat, 11am- 5pm / Sun, 11am-1pm, $300 / per person
Holistic Health Consultants, 279 Walkers Mills Road
Edward Yasko
www.holistichealth.com
info@holistichealth.com
207-824-8501 |
MALAYSIA
Auditory Integration Training
Berard method - AIT practitioners since 1991.
15-30 April Kuala Lumpur
$1,200 USD
Hotel Armada earait@aol.com
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MARYLAND
The Autistic Children's'Support
Group of Worcester County Inc.
We offer parent support, help parent volunteers help with the
attending meetings and assist parents through the paperwork maze. WE
also offer a free quarterly newsletter that talks about local issues
and offers a local resource list.
Meets the 2nd Wed of month
Dec 10 Jan 14 Feb 11 Showell 7-9pm
WDIBUO@aol.com
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MASSACHUSETTS
Asperger Syndrome
Clinical Features, Assessment, and Intervention Guidelines
Fred Volkmar, M.D.
[See Dec 10 below for more info.]
Dec 5 Springfield
Sheraton Springfield Monarch Place Hotel One Monarch Place
http://www.neei.org/, email
educate@neei.org, or call
Carolyn at 413 499-148
Fred Volkmar,
MD on Asperger's in Massachusetts
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Conference on Autism
Gail McGee PhD 1) Social Development in children with ASD 2)Incidental
Teaching 3)Support Teaching & Prevent Problems. Teresa Bolich PhD.
Aspergers,Adolesence& preteens. Lorraine Hurley MD. Medical Issues in
Autism, DAN, immunology, toxicity. Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly MS SLP,
CCC Communication Connection, Improving Independence, Behavior &
Quality of Life
Dec 6 Worcester
8 - 4 $35 Parents of children w/ ASD (2 Parents $50) Professionals
$65
Holy Cross College
508-595-9101 lharmon@hmea.org
http://www.arccm.info
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Asperger Syndrome
Clinical Features, Assessment, and Intervention Guidelines
Fred Volkmar, M.D.
If you are a mental health professional, teacher, children's service
provider, advocate, parent, or family member of a child, adolescent,
or adult affected by severe forms of social disabilities such as
autism or Asperger syndrome, you need to have a detailed working
knowledge of the many challenges faced by individuals affected by
these conditions.
Dec 10 Marlborough
Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel
181 Boston Post Road West
http://www.neei.org/, email
educate@neei.org, or call
Carolyn at 413 499-1489
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Auditory Integration Training (AIT)
An intervention developed in France
by Dr. Guy Berard, addresses the hearing distortions, auditory
processing difficulty, hyperacute hearing and sensory processing
anomalies which cause discomfort and confusion in learning disabled
and developmentally delayed children. AIT seeks to retrain the
auditory system.
Marshfield Dec
12 - 21
North Attleboro
Dec19 - 28
Sudbury/Concord
Dec 29 - Jan 6
For location and information:
shardaears@aol.com
508-397- 3277
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Auditory Integration Training
AIT - An intervention developed in France by Dr. Guy Berard, addresses
the hearing distortions, hyperacute hearing and sensory processing
anomalies which cause discomfort and confusion in learning disabled
and developmentally delayed children. AIT seeks to retrain the
auditory system. AIT has now been given to thousands of individuals
with beneficial results. Sharda Ramlackhan M.A. was trained by Dr. Guy
Berard.
Dec 30-Jan 8 Sudbury
ShardaEARS@aol.com
508-397- 3277 |
MICHIGAN
HFA, Asperger's Adult Social
Social gathering Autism Society of America, Oakland County Chapter
1st thurs of mo.
Dec 4 Jan 1(?) Feb 5
Oakland County area 6:30pm
248-393-3131
www.asaoakland.org |
Biomedical Support Group
2nd Thur/mo Dec 11, Jan 8
7pm; free Bloomfield Township
Bloomfield Township Public Library, Lone Pine and Telegraph
248-393-3131 www.asaoakland.org |
"Nine to Five" Social skills sessions for adults 21 years and older.
Skills will center on aspects of getting and retaining employment.
Dec 18, Jan 16 3rd Thur/mo 6:30pm; free (must register as class is
limited to 18 participants)
Bloomfield Township Public Library, Lone Pine and Telegraph
248-393-3131 www.asaoakland.org |
Support Group For Parents Of Children With Asperger's Syndrome
Dec
24 Jan 28 Ann Arbor 4th
Wed/mo. 7pm.- 9pm.
Turner Senior Center 2401 Plymouth
Rd. Suite C www.asperger.org |
Wrightslaw Special Education Law Conference
Feb 28 Troy
The Autism Society of America, Oakland County Chapter
www.bridges4kids.org/Events/
Cal-Feb.html#1 |
"Camp Wannago" 2004
Day camp for children who are emotionallay/mentally impaired. Various
activities will be held daily including crafts, swimming (lifeguards
on duty), scavenger hunts, camp olympics. For brochure please email
mailing address to cessm_inc@msn.com
July 26-30, Aug 2-6 Lexington
Lake Huron Retreat Ctr. 8794 Lakeshore Dr. Lakeport, 48059
cessm_inc@msn.com Lisa Wheeler |
MINNESOTA
Autism Support Group
FACT-Families with Autistic Children Together, a support and
networking group for families with children on the autism spectrum
meets monthly - the last Tuesday of the month from 1:30-3 pm and the
second Monday of the month from 6:30-8pm. Jan. 12 & 27 Feb 9 & 24
Mar 8 & 30 Hopkins
No cost to attend meetings, $5 per family for childcare (available
for evening meetings only)
Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, Room 332
Hopkins Community Education, 952-988-4073 |
MISSISSIPPI
6th Annual Mississippi Conference
on Autism Spectrum Disorders
Building Bridges: Services Across A Lifetime
An inclusive conference covering issues for children and adults across
the Autism spectrum
Keynote Speaker: Raun Kaufman
Feb 26 & 27 Choctaw
Pearl River Resort 601-683-4200 |
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MISSOURI
Autism/Asperger's Conference
Tony Attwood, PhD, and Carol Gray will present an all day Workshop on
Friendship and Social Skills.
Tony Attwood is the World Expert on Asperger's Syndrome, & Carol Gray
is the Inventor of Social Stories, a very effective form of
communication.
Dec 4 Kansas City
8am -4:30pm Prof. $135 group rate $115- Family/Student $110ea
group rate $95) Individ.w/ ASD $75 *Group disc for 5 or more paying
together
Hilton Kansas City Airport 64153
www.FutureHorizons-autism.com or 800-489-0727 |
Authism Spectrum Disorders Using the SCERTS Method
The Scerts Model for Enhancing Communicative and Sociomotional
Competence for Early Intervention to the Early School Years.
Mar 1-2 Kansas City
8:30-3:30 ea. day. $295 Early Bird
KCI-Expo Center, 11730 North Ambassador Drive, Kansas City. 816
891-7694
janetballetto@cox.net
www.SCERTS.com 401 732-6335 |
NEVEDA
The SCERTS Model
Autism Spectrum Disorders Using the SCERTS Model
The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communicative and Sociomotional
Competence from Early Intervention through the Primary School Yrs.
Barry M. Prizant, Ph.D.
Feb. 26-27 Las Vegas
8:30-3:30 daily $295. Early Bird
www.SCERTS.com
or janetballetto@cox.net
401 732-6335 |
NEW JERSEY
Sibling Support Group in Monmouth
County. Support group for siblings
Dec 17 Manalapan 5-6:30 pm Free
Malapan Public Library
www.partnersinlearning.us |
Berard's Auditory Integration Training (AIT)
AIT sessions exercise the muscles in the middle ear cavity while the
participant listens to filtered and unfiltered music. The treatment
strengthens the muscles and improves the body's reaction to perceived
sensory overload.
Jan 5-Jan 14 Budd Lake (through weekend) Final Testing Jan15
By appointment only - call or write for information packet with
particulars
The Davis Center 98 Route 46
973-347-7662;
www.thedaviscenter.com
info@thedaviscenter.com |
NEW YORK
One day symposium "Defining the Boundaries of the Autism
Spectrum"
By The North Shore-LIJ Health System.
Dec 3 Woodbury 7:30am - 4:15pm
Crest Hollow Country Club.
Boundaries of the Autism Spectrum; Overview of PDD-NOS; Assessing
Communication; Behaviors in Children with Autism; Autism Research and
Diagnosis;
Psycholpharmacologic Interventions: Pharmacogenetic and Neurochemical
Insight;Identifying Early Markers of Autism - The Baby Sibs Project.
Category I CME conferencefor Physicians. Psychiatrists,
Neurologists, Psychologists, Speech and Language Pathologists,
Social Workers, and Special Educators will receive Attendance
Verifications. 516-465-2500. |
Autism Workshop Research to Practice New York City
Practitioners and Parents of Children with Autism:
Learn research based, easy to implement practical strategies to
enhance communication and participation for your children with Autism
Spectrum Disorders. Practitioner-tested, easy to implement
interventions that will empower you and your children with Autism, AAC
And Autism In The Big Apple!
Presented by Dr. Joanne M. Cafiero, Ph.D.
Dec 5 New York 8:30AM-4 PM
$175 before Nov 15, $205 after Nov 15 New York
The Hilton New York, 1335 Avenue of the Americas, 54 St & 6 Ave
www.cafierocommunications.com
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Stepping Out of the Box -- Informed Intuition and Life Readiness: The
Role of the SLP in the treatment of children with Autism
Leslie Grubler MA, CCC-SLP, TSHH
Dec
6 Ronkonkoma 8:00-4:15
Holiday Inn, Ronkonkoma
516 626-8000
info@lisha.org www.lisha.org
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Teaching Social and Play Skills
20 hour course
Wed Eve. 6-10 p.m.
Jan 7th, 14th,
21st, 28th,ending on February 4th
Queens
Registration is $200 per person
includes materials NYFAC offices in Ozone Park. For other course
offerings or to register contact
718-641-3441 ASAP as seats are
limited.
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Berard's Auditory Integration Training (AIT)
AIT sessions exercise the muscles in the middle ear cavity while the
participant listens to filtered and unfiltered music. The treatment
strengthens the muscles and improves the body's reaction to perceived
sensory overload.
Jan 26-Feb 4 Budd Lake (through weekend) Finals Feb 5
Queens Extended Stay Laguardia
Airport - Whitestone
By appt only - For info. packet with particulars: 973 347-7662 or
info@thedaviscenter.com
www.thedaviscenter.com
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"Cruising For Disability Rights"
Fund raising cruise to benefit
Partners Disability Coalition - a nonprofit New York statewide
organization providing information and support for public policies
that affirm the full citizenship of adults and children with
disabilities.
5 Days of Luxury Cruising from NYC
to: Halifax, Nova Scotia and St. John, New Brunswick
Departs
NYC June 7 to June 12
Discounted Cabin Pricing from $339
to $789 TGIF Cruises (toll free) 877-775-SAIL or Partners Disability
Coalition 914-934-1715
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OKLAHOMA
Auditory Integration Training
Dec 5-14 Tulsa 800-952- 0288
giantsteps@earthlink.net
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PENNSYLVANIA
Asperger Syndrome
Clinical Features,
Assessment, and Intervention Guidelines
[See listing below
for more information] Ami Klin, Ph.D.
Dec 4 Lancaster
Willow Valley Resort
& Conference Center 2416 Willow Street Pike
http://www.neei.org/, email
educate@neei.org, or call
Carolyn at 413 499-1489
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Asperger Syndrome
Clinical Features, Assessment, and
Intervention Guidelines
If you are a mental health
professional, teacher, children's service provider, advocate, parent,
or family member of a child, adolescent, or adult affected by severe
forms of social disabilities such as autism or Asperger syndrome, you
need to have a detailed working knowledge of the many challenges faced
by individuals affected by these conditions. Ami Klin, Ph.D.
Dec 5 Essington
Ramada Inn Philadelphia
International Airport
76 Industrial Highway
http://www.neei.org/, email
educate@neei.org, or call
Carolyn at 413 499-1489
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What To Do About Your Brain-Injured Child
Dec 8 - Dec 12 Philadelphia
Institutes for the Achievement of Human Potential. The objective of
the What To Do About Your Brain-Injured Child Course is to teach
parents about the field of child brain development so that parents can
use that knowledge
to help their child toward wellness.
www.iahp.org/hurt/ programs/
what_to_do_course.html
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Understanding the Biology of Autism and Related Disorders: A Guide to
Biomedical Interventions
An Introduction to the Defeat Autism Now! (DAN!) Protocol, Integrative
Medicine for ASD, The Immune System and Autism, TTFD, Glutathione and
Methyl B12, The Role of the Gut in Autism; Nutrition, Allergies and
Autism; Impaired Heavy Metal Excretion Capabilities, Getting started
on the DAN! Protocol: Testing, Supplements and Dietary Interventions,
Incorporating the DAN! Protocol into Your Practice, Faith, Healing and
Medicine
Jerry Kartzinel, MD, Jeff Bradstreet, MD, John Hicks, MD, Paul Hardy,
MD, Jane El-Dahr, MD, Andrew Wakefield, MD, Woody McGinnis, MD, Betsy
Prohaska.
Feb 28 Pittsburgh 7:30am-5pm Fees start at $75 until Jan 1
Northway Christian Community Church - Auditorium, 12121 Perry Highway
Wexford, PA 15090
www.fightingautism.org
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RUSSIA
Autism Intervention Training Seminar in Russia!
The Piety Foundation for Autism Intervention is holding it's first of
a series of seminars in Omsk, Russia. We are conducting an
introductory training in ABA & Floortime techniques. Registration is
only $50 (American) but most Russians cannot afford this expense. We
want you to come, but if you cant, please consider sponsoring a
Russian parent with your tax-deductible dona. of $50.
Dec 17-23 Omsk 10am-4pm Daily - $50 for 7 day seminar
Omsk Pedagocical University
www.pietyfoundation.org
info@pietyfoundation.org |
SOUTH DAKOTA
Spring Autism/Asperger Symposium
Michelle Garcia Winner: Strategies to further develop perspective
taking and communication abilities for people with social cognitive
difficulties.
May 6-7 Sioux Falls
8am-5:30pm, cost est $175
Sheraton Hotel & Convention Center, 1211N West Ave
www.usd.edu/cd/autism |
TENNESSEE
Cross Training
Getting up to Speed on SpEd
Parent? Teacher? Other interested
folks?
Whether you are new to SpEd or an
old pro,
there is always more to learn!
Workshops First Monday/Mo 6:30 –
9:30 PM
Dec 1 Jan 5 Feb
2 Knoxville
Parkwest Medical Center Classroom
9405 Park West Blvd.
gina@untangleautism.org
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Jeanie McAfee, MD in Nashville, December 6
Autism/Asperger's Conference -
CEUs for ASHA/APA
Day One: Dr. Tony Attwood & Carol Gray "Asperger's & HFA Issues
Day Two: Jeanie McAfee, MD, pediatritian, author of best selling
"Navigating the Social World", mother of child with Asperger's will
present "Developing Social Skills
Sean Barron "Autism From the Inside Out"
Dec 5-6 Nashville
Reg 7am - close 4:30pm see website for prices
Nashville Municipal Auditorium 417 Fourth Ave North, Nashville
www.FutureHorizons-autism.com
or 800-489-0727 |
TEXASHE
AUTISM CALENDAR -
Arc of Harrison County Family Network. Texas State Rep. Brian
Hughes and Millie Hickman, PATH Project Regional Coordinator, to
discuss Special Education and Adult Services for Individuals with
Special Needs in Texas. All families and professionals in Northeast
Texas are welcome to attend.
Dec
2 Marshall 6:30-7:30pm, Free
2005 Warren Drive
arcfamilynetwork@shreve.net
903 938-7571
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Family to Family Network Meeting
Annual Family Holiday Party
Dec 5 Houston
713-466-6304
www.familytofamilynetwork.org |
Autism Society of Collin County
Holiday Party
Dec
6 Plano 1pm
Prince of Peace Catholic Church
amc2@airmail.net 214-925-2722 |
2-Day Picture Exchange Communication Workshop in Spanish Dec 8-9
Dallas
302-607-1461 bevans@pecs.com |
FEAT-NT presents: The "ABC's of ABA"
Training for Therapists, Parents
and anyone new to ABA.
Kelle Wood M.Ed., BCBA
Dec. 13
Colleyville
www.featnt.org/Visitors/abc.pdf |
DFW Autism Support Project
Are they having fun yet? Why you
should teach play,
and how to do it successfully.
Presented by Rebecca Sawyer, MS,
BCBA and Carrie Haycraft
Dec 13 Dallas
Ft. Worth
ajryland@earthlink.net
214-731-0410 |
Monthly Parent Group and Support
Meetings
Autism Society of Collin County
3rd Tuesday/Month
Dec
16 Collin Co. 11:30am-1 pm
Martinez Café (NW Corner of Coit
and Park) Ms. Dori Schaefer
autism-ascc.org/agenda.htm |
Mesquite Parents of Children with ASD Support Meetings: Varying
speakers that relate to Autism.
Last Saturday/month 10a-12:30p
Dec 27 Jan 31 Mesquite
Mesquite Main Library
Lisa - 214-632- 6320
lisa.anthony.i0st@statefarm.com |
Parent Support Group For Families with exceptional children. Meeting
is for the benefit of spiritual strengthening and practical support.
Our goal is to provide a chance for parents to connect with others,
provide inspiration and support for one another and a forum to share
resources. Meets last Saturday/month
Dec 27 Jan 31 from 3-5pm
Carrollton
ajryland@earthlink.net 214-766- 6401 |
Guardianship & Special Needs Trust Workshop
"Transfer of Rights" occurs at 18
years of age. Who will need or
legally be able to make medical or
financial choices for your child?
Jan
20 Houston 7-9pm
10300 Jones Road Room 502
281-897-6452
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The Pervasive Developmental Disorders/Interactional Disorders Assoc.
of Houston
PDD/IDA 2004 Workshop
Practical guidelines for addressing
social communication in individuals
with high functioning autism and
asperger's syndrome
Emily Rubin, MS, CCC-SLP
Excellent learning experience for:
Teachers, Parents, Psychologists,
Speech Therapists, Medical Professionals
Jan
24 Houston 8am - 3pm
713-660-0944
pddida@hotmail.com
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Family to Family Network Meeting
Creating Inclusive Opportunities
through Peer Buddy Programs:
The AIM Project
Feb 3 Houston
713-466-6304
www.familytofamilynetwork.org |
After High School, What Next?
College Representatives will
present how modifications,
accommodations, counseling,
tutoring, and support services are
offered to students with special
needs.
Feb
10 Houston 7-9pm
Windfern High School
281-897-6452 |
Inclusion Works Conference
Feb 11-14 Austin
Renaissance Hotel
www.thearcoftexas.org |
Family to Family Network Meeting
IDEA
March 2 Houston
713-466-6304
www.familytofamilynetwork.org |
SSI, SSDI, and Return to Work
Supplemental Security Income,
Social Security Disability Insurance,
and programs for achieving
self-support programs will be discussed.
Mar
23 Houston 7-9pm
10300 Jones Road -- Boardroom
281-897-6452
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1st Annual Texans for Children with
Autism Spectrum Disorders
An Awareness Walk/Run/Rally and
Concert
The Autism Support Project, To
raise awareness & celebrate the spirit of the children, families, and
professionals.
Apr
2004 DFW Metroplex
Anissa Ryland aryland@dfwcenterforautism.com
214-731-0410 |
Family to Family Network Meeting
Creating a Student Introduction
Portfolio
April 6 Houston
713-466-6304
www.familytofamilynetwork.org |
Taking Joy to the World:
a disability conference helping €hurches help families. Sixty families
touched by disability are now enjoying church participation here. Our
prayer is that participants will leave this conference equipped with
the knowledge, curriculum, and heart to start a disability ministry at
their own church. $85 by June 1, $110 by July 15, $150 after July 15
Child care will not be provided
Sept 24-25,
2004 Tomball
Graceview Baptist Church
www.thejoyministry.org
281-351-4979
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UNITED KINGDOM
An Introduction to the HANDLE® Approach, Holistic Approach to
NeuroDevelopment and Learning Efficiency. Presented by Cathy Stingley,
International Instructor. Helping those struggling with: ADD/ADHD,
Autism/PDD, Balance and Coordination Issues, Brain Injury, Cerebral
Palsy, Down Syndrome, Behavioral Difficulties, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia,
Language Delay, and more. A course intended for professionals and
families.
Feb 20, 6:30-9:30pm, Feb 21 & 22, 9:30am-5:30pm Hertford,
Hertfordshire
The Friday evening introduction is Free. Early Registration £95,
Full Registration £120
venue to be confirmed
Karen Landsman
HANDLE@klandsman.co.uk
Phone +44 20 8368 3710 |
VIRGINIA
Demystifying Autism
Bill Stillman -a one day workshop designed to demystify autism for the
layperson from a non-clinical, anecdotal perspective--listening to
what people with autism are telling us about their experience. The
training includes opportunities to experience simulation exercises, in
addition to exploring, in depth, the topics of differences in
communication, learning, sensory & movement in people with autism.
Dec 8 Midlothian
8:30am - 4pm $50 limited seating
Sheraton Park South Hotel
Call TAP-VA at 1-800-649-8481 or
information@autismva.org
or
www.autismva.org for more info |
Literacy Learning for Children with Autism or Communication Delays
Susan Norwell,M.A. workshop will focus on the development of literacy
skills for children on the autistic spectrum . Emphasis will be placed
on strategies to develop comprehension for hyperlexic children,
language development and processing skills for site readers, and
strategies to help children who are nonverbal become readers and
writers. The underlying philosophy tying this workshop together is the
idea of a comprehensive literacy instruction program and how the
various pieces of it affect these children.
Jan 6 Norfolk 8:30am-3:30pm $35 by Dec 10 Old Dominion
University, Webb Center Call TAP-VA to register at 1-800-649-8481 or
information@autismva.org
or visit
www.autismva.org |
Autism Teaching Individually Developed Educational Autism Strategies
Workshop
For Teachers, Parents, and Therapists. A day filled with wonderful
ideas to help you to teach that special child.
Feb 7 Richmond
9 am- 5 pm - $50 You must register by Jan 16th and send in your
registration form, money, and teaching lesson plan. The workshop is
only open to 50.
Richmond Ambulance Authority 2400 Hermitage Road
804-744-0291 or r_crawford@bigfoot.com |
Berard Auditory Integration Training Non-invasive, sensory based
therapy - benefits individuals with hearing sensitivity, auditory
processing challenges, language and speech delays, and ADD/ADHD. 10
day program requires 2 training sessions / day.
Feb 13-21
Leesburg
$1300 a child
Blue Ridge Speech and Hearing 602 S. King St.
terries@execpc.com
www.we-exist.net/ait 262-569-7828 |
Capital Autism Golf Classic 2003
Piedmont Club, Haymarket
April 26
Contact Mike Maloney at
mmaloney@researchautism.org, subject=Capital |
WISCONSIN
Berard Auditory Integration
Training Non-invasive, sensory based therapy - benefits individuals
with hearing sensitivity, auditory processing challenges, language and
speech delays, and ADD/ADHD. 10 day program requires 2 training
sessions/ day.
Dec 13-22
Milwaukee
$1200/ child
terries@execpc.com
www.we-exist.net/ait
262-569-7828 |
Berard Auditory Integration Training Non-invasive, sensory based
therapy - benefits individuals with hearing sensitivity, auditory
processing challenges, language and speech delays, and ADD/ADHD. 10
day program requires 2 training sessions/ day.
June 5-14,
in
Bonduel or Shawano
$1300 per child Bonduel
terries@execpc.com
www.we-exist.net/ait
262-569-7828
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