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The BHARE Foundation Presents:
The 2003 CARE Conference
Curing Autism through Research & Education
April 4th, 2003
Hoffman Estates, Illinois
Listen and learn about the latest cutting edge research and treatments by the
top experts in the field of autism!
Speakers
Andrew Wakefield, M.D.
Emergent Pathogenesis of Regressive Autism: Implications for the Future
Dr. Wakefield is the Senior Medical Scientist for Visceral and Director of
Research for a new research and treatment center to be established in Boca
Raton, FL. He leads a team of researchers based in Europe and the US. This
group of has been responsible for a series of discoveries and publications in
the worlds leading medical journals. Conference attendees will be updated on
progress in several areas of research.
Cindy Schneider, M.D.
Current Research and Theories in Autism
Dr. Schneider is currently the Medical Director of the Center for Autism
Research and Education in Phoenix, AZ. She is the mother of two children
with autism and has spent the last eight years investigating potential
treatments. She has been the principal investigator in multiple studies
focusing on the metabolic, genetic, and autoimmune aspects of autism. Dr.
Schneider will discuss recent research findings in the areas of secretin,
gamma globulin, metabolic markers, and genetics.
Erika Blake, MOT, OTR/L & Elizabeth Fraser, MS., OTR/L
Dysfunction of Sensory Integration
The presenters are both Clinical Directors of Amy Zier & Associates, Inc.
They will discuss challenges and practical solutions for the home, school,
and community
Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Practical Strategies For Improving Communication, Language, and Critical
Thinking
This presentation will focus on children from preschool through middle school
, with a target on ASD, Aspergers, and PDD. The presenter will discuss
specific ways to maximize development of communication, language, and
critical thinking in both home and school environments. Toward this end, the
presenter will discuss ways to provide meaningful experiences within the
natural context, as well as how to use children's literature, songs, and
games to promote communication, language, and critical thinking.
Barbara Doyle, M.S.
10 Lifetime Goals, For People of All Ages, with ASD
Attendees will learn vital goals that result in the most promise for ASD
children and adults to become part of society. With a focus on current and
future success, these goals ensure that no time is wasted in working with
children and adults with ASD.
Tentative 2003 CARE Conference Schedule
7:00 - 8:00 am Registration begins / Exhibitor viewing
8:00 - 8:15 am Opening Comments
8:15 - 9:45 am Barbara Doyle, M.S.
9:45 - 10:15 am Break/Exhibitor viewing
10:15 - 11:45 am Cindy Schneider, M.D.
11:45 - 1:00 pm Lunch/Exhibitor Viewing/Optional Parent
to Parent Resource Discussion
1:00 - 2:00 pm Erika Blake, MOT, OTR/L &
Elizabeth Fraser, MS., OTR/L
2:00 - 3:30 pm Diane Twachtman-Cullen, Ph.D
3:30 - 4:00 pm Break/Exhibitor viewing
4:00 - 4:45 pm Andrew Wakefield, M.D.
4:45 - 5:15 pm Q & A Panel / Exhibitor Viewing
Registration Form
Name: __________________________________
Address:_________________________________
City: ____________State: ___Zip Code: _______
Phone: __________________________________
E-Mail: _________________________________
Registration Fee: $100/person (includes box
lunch and continental breakfast)
Method of Payment:
___Check (payable to BHARE Foundation)
___Credit Card
Card #: _________________________Exp._____
Signature:________________________ $ ______
Payment is due March 21st. Late or same day
Registration fee is $130 if space is available. No refunds after March 21st.
Questions: 847-352-7678
Return this portion and payment to:
BHARE Foundation
523 Newberry Drive
Elk Grove, IL 60007
Or fill out the form on line at
www.bhare.org and fax to: 847-891-1580
For Financial Assistance:
Contact STARNET at: 800-227-7537
Or Illinois Clearinghouse at: 800-852-4302
Please make child care arrangements as children may not attend the conference.
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