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February 1, 2004                          e                                                                                                                      Vol. 8       No. 17

 

FEBRUARY 2004   Listings Includes These Locations   AUSTRALIA BRITISH COLUMBIA INDIA INDONESIA IRELAND MALAYSIA ONTARIO THAILAND UNITED KINGDOM & On the Net / Everywhere

ON THE NET / EVERYWHERE

San Francisco to Boston Run
May 2004, a team of ten TREK USA teammates will run 3,372 miles, through 13 states in less than 24 days in a relay-style format to benefit five children's charities, one of which is the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for autism. This San Francisco to Boston run, led by DMSE president and BAA Boston Marathon race director, Dave McGillivray, Is comprised of seasoned marathoners, ranging in age from 43 to 55. This TREK is a way to help and Inspire children, while at the same time challenging their own physical and emotional thresholds.
www.trekusa.org

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.
Sign up NOW Visit: AutismToday

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.
Feb 10 Mar 9 2nd Tues/ mo Variety of locales, Worldwide
7pm Local Time
autism.meetup.com

ALASKA
Wrightslaw special education law and advocacy programs focus on four areas: special education laws, rights & responsibilities; how to use the bell curve to measure progress & regression; SMART IEPs; and tactics & strategies for effective advocacy.
Apr 8-9 Juneau (Boot Camp)
www.wrightslaw.com/speak/

Wrightslaw special education law and advocacy programs focus on four areas: special education laws, rights & responsibilities; how to use the bell curve to measure progress & regression; SMART IEPs; and tactics & strategies for effective advocacy.
April 13-14: Anchorage
(Boot Camp)
www.wrightslaw.com/speak/

ARIZONA
Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation & Transactional Support)
Presented by Dr. Barry Prizant.
Mar 15-16, Mon-Tues Phoenix
8:30-3:30 each day. $295 Early Bird
Holiday Inn Select - Phoenix Airport. 4300 E. Washington Street. Janet Balletto www.SCERTS.com
janetballetto@cox.net 401-732-6335

AUSTRALIA
The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate Mariane Judd and Maxwell Fravall, D.O.
Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration,Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
Mar 17-18 Brisbane TBA Mariane Judd or Maxwell Fravall, D.O
mariane.judd@extralesson.com
011 61 2 62877669
 
The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Anne Clarke and Tracey Butler. Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
April 19-20 Adelaide
TBA Links To Learning
links2learning@ozemail.com.au 011 61 8 82270202

The 2004 Autism Conference
See our website for the latest info as it comes to hand
14 & 15 May Bribance, Queensland
www.abiq.org

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate Mariane Judd and Maxwell Fravall, D.O
Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & more.
May 22-23 Sydney
TBA Mariane Judd or Maxwell Fravall, D.O.
mariane.judd@extralesson.com or www.rdiconnect.com 713-818-1362


 

Dr. Jeff  Bradstreet in Sarasota Feb. 7, Pittsburgh Feb. 28, Cooperstown, May 1

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

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Anne Clarke and Tracey Butler Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
May 28-29 Hobart
TBA Links To Learning
links2learning@ozemail.com.au 011 61 8 82270202

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Anne Clarke and Tracey Butler. Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
July 7-8 Alice Springs
TBA Links To Learning
links2learning@ozemail.com.au
011 61 8 82270202

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Anne Clarke and Tracey Butler. Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
July 9-10 Darwin  TBA Links To Learning 011 61 8 82270202
links2learning@ozemail.com.au

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Anne Clarke and Tracey Butler. Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
Aug 6-7 Perth
TBA Links To Learning
links2learning@ozemail.com.au
011 61 8 82270202

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Mariane Judd and Maxwell Fravall, D.O Intro to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures &  more.
Aug 14-15 Melbourne TBA Mariane Judd or Maxwell Fravall, D.O.
mariane.judd@extralesson.com or mmfraval@ozemail.com.au
011 61 2 62877669

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Mariane Judd and Maxwell Fravall, D.O. Intro to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures &  more.
Aug 14-15 Auckland TBA Mariane Judd or Maxwell Fravall, D.O..
mariane.judd@extralesson.com or
mmfraval@ozemail.com.au
011 61 2 62877669

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Anne Clarke and Tracey Butler. Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures &  more.
Oct 1-2 Brisbane
TBA Links To Learning
links2learning@ozemail.com.au
011 61 8 82270202

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate. Mariane Judd and Maxwell Fravall, D.O
Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration, Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures &  more.
Dec 11-12 Canberra TBA Mariane Judd or Maxwell Fravall, D.O.
mariane.judd@extralesson.com or
mmfraval@ozemail.com.au
011 61 2 62877669

BRITISH COLUMBIA
'Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendship for People on the Autism Spectrum' As featured in his three internationally acclaimed books, Dr. Steve Gutstein dramatically illustrates the Relationship Development Intervention Program (RDI) via audience participation and hours of video taken from actual intervention sessions.
Apr 6-7   Kamloops 9am-4:30pm
University College of the Cariboo, 900 McGill Rd. Autism Kamloops, 250-376-5495,
www.rdiconnect.com 

CALIFORNIA
"Dramautism" drama classes for children (ages 4-7) with high-functioning autism or Asperger's Syndrome Debra Clark, children's theatre producer and mother of two autistic sons. Patsy Keating, special education teacher for the Los Angeles Unified School District with a master's in theatre
Ongoing Studio City
Sundays, 4pm to 5pm, Free to low-income families
CBS Television Studios Debra Clark
dclark0704@yahoo.com 818-360-7125

FEAT -- Families for Effective Autism Treatment 9 a.m. on
Wednesdays  Tracy Community Room of Safeway, 1801 W. 11th Street  209 832-3878


 

Election Year promises:  Witness animated American political parties

Thinking About You Thinking About Me Michelle Winner, SLP, internationally recognized speaker, author of 2 books and video. Exploring the impact of perspective taking on the home and school development. Feb. 5 San Jose www.socialthinking.
comcarolmorton@att.net 408-557-8579

Panel Discussion on Autism following a Play Performance of The Last Schwartz, that features an autisic character and a family gathering on the one year anniverary of their father's death.
Panel discussion on autism, featuring Dr. Barbara Kalmenson - a psychiatrist and Clinical Director of Oak Hill School in Marin.
Feb 8 Mill Valley 4 pm to 5:30 Free, but encourage people to view the play first (Box Office 415-388-5208)
397 Miller Ave.  Karen Koster www.marintheatre.org
kkoster@marintheatre.org
415-388-5200 X 313

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. (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 


 

ACRC Family Advisory Committee Meeting "Birth to Three - What you need to know to connect with services for your child"  Panel Presentation by: Alta CA Regional Ctr - Joanne Tremelling. Sac County Office of ED - Infant Program
Warmline Family Resource Ctr - Al Milan/Cid Koersel, A recently successful parent.  Free
Feb 11 Mar 10 Sacramento 2nd Wed /Mo. 6:30pm-8:30pm Alta CA Regional Center 2135 Butano Way
JoAnne Edwards, ACRC Secretary
www.altaregional.org
altafac@aol.com 916 978-6493


Autism IEPs Today: A Discussion and Q&A Session Jill Escher, Esq. will discuss key issues facing parents who are trying to develop an appropriate IEP for an autistic student. Q & A discussionl follows . Questions may be submitted ahead  to Jill at escherlaw@yahoo.com (no identifying information will beed during the Q&A). Attendees are encouraged to read some of the autism law materials on Jill's website ahead of time, www.autism-law.com.
Feb 19 Palo Alto  7:30-9:30pm, $5 members, $10 non members
Roche Conference Center, 3401 Hillview Avenue Parents Helping Parents www.php.com 408-727-5775

2004 Conference of the California Association for Behavior Analysis Changing Behavior, Changing Lives. 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 with: Gina Green, Ph.D.; Robert & Lynn Koegel, Ph.D.; Mark Sundberg, Ph.D.; and Ivar Lovaas, Ph.D.
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

Autism Conference for Southern California   By CASD.
Feb 20-22 Santa Monica
www.casdweb.org/index.htm
kazuko@grandecom.net


 

Workshop Issues Relating to Executive Dysfunction in Children with ASD: A Behavioral Approach
Presenter: Patricia Schetter
Feb. 20 Woodland
12:30-4pm $10/$25
1240 Harter Ave. Yolo County Office of Edu. Vinceena Irgens ycoe.org
irgens@ycoe.org 530-668-3786

Scientific Meeting on Autism Main Topic: Mirror Neurons, Psychoanalysis and Autism
Main Speaker: Gilbert Kliman, M.D., Medical Director San Fransisco's Children's Psychological Health Center. Pauline Filipek, M.D., Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Neurology, UC Irvine
Feb 21 Los Angeles 9;30 - 4 $50
Los Angeles Psychoanalytic Institute 2014 Sawtelle Blvd., Phone: 310 478 6541 Fax 310 477 5968 lapsi@aol.com

Navigating the Social World. Jeannette McAffe MD and team.
FEAT and Sacramento Area Asperger's Support Group.
Compliments tutor training. $25 parents, Free for tutors in the Alta Regional Center service area. Must register in advance.
Feb 21 - 22 Sacramento Convention Center. Gordon Hall 916 381-5270 Gordon.Hall@feat.org or Lynne Weissman 916 682-1740

The LINKS to Language Seminar
The training is recommended for parents and SLPs. SLPs can receive CEU credit
Feb 21 - 22  San Francisco
California Pacific Medical Center. . More info call Tracy at CPMC Child Development Center 415-600-6376 or maest@sutterhealth.org

FEAT Board of Directors meeting.
Feb 24 Mar 23 Apr 27 7:30 pm Arden-Dimick Library 891 Watt Ave Gordon Hall Call to confirm meeting date. 916-381-5270

Organizing Organization Michelle Winner, SLP, internationally recognized speaker, author of 2 books and video. Exploring how to prepare for complex assignments and responsibilities for real life.
Feb 26 San Jose 9am - 4pm $110 Prof./$95 Fam. 1290 Ridder Park Dr./Santa Clara Cty. Office of Ed. Carol Morton www.socialthinking.
comcarolmorton@att.net

Sensory Processing Disorder and Young Children Carol Kranowitz, author MA "The out of sync child at home and school. SAFE activities".
Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, Ph.D, OTR University of Colorado"Current research related to Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): Talking to your physician about SPD.
Mar 4 San Jose 8am-4:30pm $90-$145 Fairmont Joe Tirella
www.sensoryresources.com
info@sensoryresources.com 888-357-5867
 
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.
Mar 10 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org

The Listening Program® (TLP) Authorized Provider Training a Music-Based Auditory Stimulation method that trains the brain to improve the auditory skills needed to effectively listen, learn, and communicate G. Alexander Doman, and Sheila Allen, MA, OTR, BCP. Introduction to The Listening Program, Ear/Brain & Sensory Integration,
Auditory Processing, Authorized Provider Procedures & more.
Mar 12-13 Costa Mesa
8:30 5:30 - $425 - Early Bird Discounts available!
Hilton Costa Mesa, 3050 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, Mandy Eyre
www.advancedbrain.com
mandy@advancedbrain.com 801-622-5676

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
Mar 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

Berard Auditory Integration Training 10-day, non-invasive intervention for individuals with auditory processing challenges, hyper-acute hearing, language delays, focus and attentional difficulties - 2, 1/2 hour sessions per day. Great results for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, CAPD, ADD, PDD, LD, and hearing sensitivities. Therapist has worked with over 1200 individuals since 1992.
April 3 to 11 San Deigo $1400
O.T. Etc/Excel Speech Therapy
Terrie Silverman 262-569-7828
www.we-exist.net/ait
terries@execpc.com

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

FEAT 11th annual Dinner Auction
April 24 Sacramento
Ballroomof the Sacramento Convention Center. FEAT@feat.org

International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR)
May 7 - 8   Sacramento
Hyatt Regency Hotel
conferences.ucdavis.edu/imfar

M.I.N.D. Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series 2004 Free.
May 12 Sacramento
916-703-0285 888-883-0961
www.mindinstitute.org

7th National Self-Advocacy Conference "California Dreamin'"
1st time on west coast
May 27-30 Anaheim

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

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.
Jul 17-18 Sacramento FEAT@feat.org

Autism/Asperger's 2004
Dr. Tony Attwood from Australia!
Future Horizons
Jul 25 Redding
1-800-489-0727

COLORADO
Effective Practices in Assement and Intervention for Infants and Toddlers with Special Needs Louis Rossetti, Ph.D. will provide instruction in identification and assessment of special populations such as low birth weight, fetal alcohol syndrome, drug exposed infants and more. Models of intervention, assessment instruments. 9-4 $229-$249
Mar 25-26 Denver Hyatt Regency Denver Evelyn Horton
www.heartspringworldreach.org
ehorton@heartspring.org 800-835-1043

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

DELAWARE
Berard Auditory Integration Training T. Silverman, Training and Consul-
tation brings AIT to your community
Feb 18 to Feb 27 Clayton
Two, one half hour sessions each day Total cost is $1400
Providence Creek Academy/Center for Autism Terrie Silverman
www.we-exist.net/ait
terries@execpc.com in Delaware, call Jennifer Meekins 302-653-4491 or call Terrie Silverman 262-569-7828

Berard Auditory Integration Training 10-day, non-invasive intervention for individuals with auditory processing challenges, hyper-acute hearing, language delays, focus and attentional difficulties - 2, 1/2 hour sessions per day. Great results for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, CAPD, ADD, PDD, LD, and hearing sensitivities. Therapist has worked with over 1200 individuals since 1992.
Mar 2004 Clayton $1400
Providence Creek Academy Terrie Silverman 262-569-7828
www.we-exist.net/ait
terries@execpc.com

FLORIDA
1st planning meeting Broward/Palm Beach NAAR 2004 Help Beat Autism! 1st planning meeting for the 2004 Walk. We have a job for everyone - big or small to make this year's walk even more successful then last year.
Feb 5 Boca Raton 7pm-9pm
FAU Dept of Ed building, 777 Glades Road, 4th floor Jackie Merens
www.naar.org
jmerens@naar.org 800-610-6227

BIASD Presents: Changing the Face of  Autism and  Autistic Spectrum Disorders Through Biological Interventions, An Educational Conference  Featuring Dr. Jeff Bradstreet, MD, Dr. Jerry Kartzinel, MD, Scott Smith, PA, Lori Knowles and Tom Slaughter
Feb 7 Sarasota 9am - 4:30pm
Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Catholic Church 6700 9th St. E.
Across from Pinnacle Academy

Treasure Coast Autism support group meeting
Feb 9 Mar 8 Apr 12 Port St. Lucie 2nd Mon. 7pm
Florida Atlantic University/Treasure Coast campus, 500 N.W. California Blvd.  878-7036, 284-8747

Sea of Dreams - Autism Awareness Event - A weekend full of fun for 750 children with autism & their families. There is a kick-off party on Friday night followed by a day at Sea World. 
Apr 2-3 Orlando
$25/person (ages 2 & above)
Renaissance Resort at Sea World
Donna Lorman www.asgo.org
407-855-0235

GEORGIA
National Autism Assoc. Scramble
Apr 19 Snellville
Summit Chase Country Club  $125 per player or $400 per 4-player team and includes cart fee, lunch and prizes.  Adrienne Rousseau Adrienne@nationalautism.org  770-712-9499.

Autism/Asperger's 2004 with Dr. Tony Attwood! Featuring Dr. Tony Attwood, Dr. Raun Melmed, Sean Barron, and Mary Wroble
Apr 19 - 20 Atlanta
www.FutureHorizons-autism.com
info@FutureHorizons-autism.com
800-489-0727 or 817-277-0727

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 info: www.naar.org and select the Walk pages for Atlanta.

GA-ParentNetwork We are an online discussion group in GA for parents and caregivers of children and young adults with disabilities. We have a wonderful website that is full of National and State resources along with local doctor and therapist info. www.yahoogroups.com/group/
GA-ParentNetwork to join and be a part of one of the largest online discussion groups of it's kind in GA. We have parent trainings periodically and offer a tremendous amount of expertise and exoerience in the disability and advocacy communities in GA Free

HAWAII
Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation and Transactional Support). Presented by Dr. Barry Prizant.
Mar 19-20, Fri-Sat Waikoloa
8:30-3:30 each day. $295 Early Bird
Hilton Waikoloa Village
425 Waikoloa Beach Drive
Janet Balletto www.SCERTS.com
janetballetto@cox.net 401-732-6335

ILLINOIS
Cure Autism Now's Illinois Chapter's 3rd annual participation in the Chicago Auto Show First Look for Charity Gala. This black tie event and private reception for CAN will bring together all the top supporters of the Foundation for a fun evening.
Feb 5 Chicago 5:30pm CAN Reception. 6:30pm Auto Show Preview Begins. 8:30 car drawing: A '04 Lexus SC 430 or  '04 Acura TL.
McCormick Place
www.cureautismnow.org
Kim Wolf or Barry Craven ILChapter@cureautismnow.org

First Look for Charity The Illinois Chapter is launching its 3rd annual participation in the Chicago Auto Show First Look for Charity Gala. This black tie event and private reception for Cure Autism Now will bring together all the top suporters of the Foundation for a fun evening.
Feb 5 Chicago 6:30pm  $175 per.
McCormick Place Eleni Schoenbeck
www.cureautismnow.org
ILChapter@cureautismnow.org 708-343-0500. Sponsored by Willow

Grove School When you love someone who has special needs, planning for that persons future can be an overwhelming task. Where do you begin?
Feb 6 Buffalo Grove Willow Grove School, 777 Checker Road
9:30am-11am - Free

Sponsored by NAMI (National Alliance for the Mentally Ill) When you love someone who has special needs, planning for that persons future can be an overwhelming task. Where do you begin?
Feb 14 Elgin 9am-11am - Free
Ecker Center for Mental Health

Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation & Transactional Support)
Presented by Dr. Barry Prizant.
April 16 New York City
8:30-3:30 $175 Early Bird
Pace University, 1 Pace Plaza Janet Balletto www.SCERTS.com
janetballetto@cox.net
401-732-6335

Issues in Independence for Adolescents and Adults on the Autism Spectrum 15 Workshops, 2 Keynotes, a young adult panel and an adult panel. Topics: Recognizing and Reducing Risk Situations for Individuals on the Autism Spectrum - Dennis Debbaudt; Adult Advocacy - Snap shots of our Potential, We will Outlive You: Issues Your Child Will Face as an Adult - Jerry Newport. Developing and implementing Transition Plans; Grades are Not Enough; Financial Literacy: Devel. Pathways to Independence; Therapy That Works & more.
Apr 25 Roslyn
Members: $85, non member:$120, individual on spectrm: $50
Roslyn High School Pat or Bernice
www.aha-as-pdd.org
patschiss@aol.com 631-269-5709


 

NEW YORK Continued
"Recent Advances in the Biology of Autism" Bassett Healthcare, NAA. Dr. Sandra Jill James, PhD. Prof. of Pediatrics, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences.; Dr. Andrew Wakefield, MB, BS, FRCS, FRCPath. Senior Medical Adviser to the Charity Visceral; Dr. Jeffrey Bradstreet, MD, FAAFP Director of Clinical treatment and Research, at the International Child Dev. Resource Center. Dir. of Open Windows Training Symposia.
May 1 Cooperstown 8:30am - 4pm
Clark Medical Education Auditorium 1 Atwell Road

"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
 
NORTH CAROLINA
Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) Workshop. Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening the Doors to Friendship for People on the Autistic Spectrum. Presented by Dr Steven Gutstein, author of 3 internationally acclaimed books.
Feb 21-22 Raleigh $299
Marriott Raleigh Crabtree Valley, 4500 Marriott Drive Lindsey Stratton www.rdiconnect.com
stratton@rdiconnect.com 713-818-1362

Fundamentals of Working with Adults with Autism in Residential Settings.
For professionals, CAP workers and other community inclusion assistants and parents who are working with individuals with autism in residential and community settings.
Feb 26 - Feb 27 Pittsboro 8am - 5pm
Carolina Living and Learning Center
Linda Clark www.teacch.com/040226pi.html
lwclark@email.unc.edu 919 542-1910

Pragmatically Speaking Practical Strategies for Dealing with the Social Communication Challenges of Autism Spectrum Disorders by Barbara Bloomfield, MA, CCC-SLP, Goshen, NY  Workshop focus is social communication needs of higher functioning students with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome.
Mar 1 Wilmington  8-3:30; $75 for NC Residents; $135
Ramada Inn, 5001 Market St., Wilmington, NC Pam Wade
pwade@med.unc.edu 910-251-5700 Ext 200

Fundamentals of Structured Teaching Workshop will provide participants with basic information about autism and the Structured Teaching approach. Information is geared toward beginning learners and students with cognitive challenge. Janette Wellman, Clinical Director, Wilmington TEACCH Center, and staff from Wilmington TEACCH. 8-3:30;
Mar 22-23 Wilmington NC Residents $70, Others $130 New Hanover County Schools, 1802 S. 15th Street, Wilmington, NC Pam Wade
www.teacch.com
pwade@med.unc.edu 910-251-5700 Ext 200

OHIO
Sensory Processing Disorder and Young children Carol Kranowitz, MA "The young out of sync child at home and school". SAFE activities.
Paula Aquilla, OTR "Creating a sensory diet for young children". Improving communication among treatment team members.
Mar 24 Columb
$90-$145 8am-4:30pm
The Blackwell hotel. Joe Tirella
www.sensoryresources.com
info@sensoryresources.com 888-357-5867

Activity Schedules: Promoting Independent Functioning at Home and in the Classroom for Children with ASD Patricia J. Krantz, PhD
Activity schedules are photographic or textual depictions of classroom tasks or home routines that individuals with limited language and reading skills can use to function independently. The goal of this system is for children with autism to make effective use of unstructured time, handle changes in routine, and independently choose and sequence activities. 
Mar 26 Cincinnati 8 AM - 4 PM; $40 by Mar 9. Drake Center, 151 W. Galbraith Rd. Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
www.autismcincy.org
jennifer.brown@chmcc.org 513-636-7203

ONTARIO
New Approaches in the Treatment of Autism Hosted by: Integrative Nutrition Solutions Speakers:  Dr. John Hicks, and Betsy Prohaska. *  Theories & studies behind the autism epidemic * The link between your childs immune, detoxification and gastrointestinal systems * Latest breakthrough methods in his medical practice * and more.
March 6 North York 9am-12pm $65.00 adv by Feb 15
1000 Finch Ave West, Ste. 811 (NYCC office) Arlene Moshe, RD
www.integrativenutrition.ca
integrativenutrition@rogers.com
416 250-7547  press #1

Toronto Workshop Tamara Kasper MS/CCC-SLP, BCaBA Promoting Functional Speech in Children with Autism with Emphasis on the Kaufman Assessment and Strategies
Mar 27 Toronto 9am 4pm Prior to Mar 9 - $115 after Mar 9 - $135 (Canadian $) University of Toronto, St. Michaels College, 120 St. Joseph Street in Alumni Hall Donna at Brookfield Programs
info@brookfieldprograms.com 416-999-3266

OREGON
Thinking About You Thinking About Me Michelle Winner, SLP, internationally recognized speaker, author of 2 books and video. Exploring the impact of perspective taking on the home and school development.
Apr 21 & 22 Portland
9 am-4pm $110 Prof./$95 Family
300 NE Multnomah St., Portland Conference Center Carol Morton
www.socialthinking.com
carolmorton@att.net 408-557-8579  

PENNSYLVANIA
PECS Training Workshop
Barber National Institute Anne Hoffman, M.Ed.
Feb 3 & 4 Erie 8:30 AM - 4 PM
Limited spaces Reservations due Jan 23 Professionals - $375
Parents - $230 480-6830
JudyStewart@BarberInstitute.org

The PK PROTOCOL, one day seminar by the Haverford Wellness Center. Drs. Patricia Kane and Domenick Braccia
Feb 7, Mar 6 OR Apr 3 Philadelphia
The first of a series of intensive hands-on courses to explore the details of our newly discovered procedure "The PK Protocol" that successfully reverses the devastating neurological disease ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) or Lou Gehrig's Disease. Works for autism. 888-320-8338 or 856-825- 8338 to register.

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
Northway Christian Community Church - Auditorium, 12121 Perry Highway Wexford, PA 15090
www.fightingautism.org
 

Meeting the Educational and Behavioral Healthcare Needs for Children with Disabilities The Allegheny Valley Institute for the Development of Learning Presents John J. McGonigle, Ph.D., of Western Psychiatric Institute and Clinic
Some goals in participating in this workshop will be: I. Attendees will be able to describe the components of a good functional behavioral assessment: a. observing behaviors across a span of time vs. one or two days b. gathering and charting dataing various recording methods
Mar 15  Harmarville  8:30am-3pm $55-$65  Futules' Harmar House, 1321 Freeport Road, Cheswick, 15024, 724-274-4822 Marla Green
autismgreen@yahoo.com 724-594-1090 Ext 17

Sensorimotor & Visual Perceptual Dysfunction Ronna Hochbein, OTR/L & Kelly Meeder, COTA/L of Primary Rehab, Inc. & Merrill D. Bowan, O.D. at AVID Learning Identifying and Treating Sensorimotor Dysfunction. This session will discuss various ways to identify children in need of sensory integration therapy and will include various strategies to address particular sensory-related deficits in the home and school setting.
Breakout Session #1 Sensory Issues in the Classroom: Problem Solving Approaches.
April 2  Harmarville 8:30am-3pm $55-$65 Futules' Harmar House, 1321 Freeport Road, Cheswick,  15024, 724-274-4822 Marla Green

Sensory Processing Disorder and Young Children Carol Kranowitz, author MA "The out of sync child at home and school. SAFE activities".
Dr. Lucy Jane Miller, Ph.D, OTR University of Colorado"Current research related to Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD): Talking to your physician about SPD.
April 13 Pittsburgh 8am-4:30pm $90-$145 Radisson Hotel Green Tree Joe Tirella 888-357-5867
www.sensoryresources.com
info@sensoryresources.com

Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation and Transactional Support). Dr. Barry Prizant. Professionals and parents will learn to: Enhance spontaneous language and communication, and relationships in everyday social activities. Prevent problem behaviors and promote learning by supporting emotional regulation throughout the day. Promote Parent-professional collaboration in developing an education program that is functional and meaningful for a child and family. $175 Early Bird
April 15 Valley Forge 8:30-3:30
Hilton Valley Forge, 251 W. Dekalb Pike, King of Prussia, PA janetballetto@cox.net,
www.SCERTS.com
janetballetto@cox.net 401.732.6335

Berard Auditory Integration Training 10-day, non-invasive intervention for individuals with auditory processing challenges, hyper-acute hearing, language delays, focus and attentional difficulties - 2, 1/2 hour sessions per day. Great results for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, CAPD, ADD, PDD, LD, and hearing sensitivities. Therapist has worked with over 1200 individuals since 1992.
June 18 to 27 West Chester
$1400 locale to be announced
Terrie Silverman
www.we-exist.net/ait
terries@execpc.com 262-569-7828

 

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RHODE ISLAND
Success in Autism Filling in the Gaps Joni Jones RN, CNC, Dorinne Davis, MA, Lawrence R Jones ESQ.Topic will be strategies to utilize strengths to address weaknessess and acquire a consitency with home and school environments.
Mar 6  Kingston registration includes breakfast, Presentations 9 am to 4:30 pm. $79 parents, $89 professionals, $100 day of event. Credit Cards accepted
University of Rhode Island, Kingston Campus Lisa Corcoran or Joni Jones
Info: www.autism-resources.net
mbmrja@msn.com 732-269-7809 or 732-818-1145

9th Annual ASD Symposium ""Social and Academic Success for Students with ASD Ros Blackburn, an adult with autism; Karen Erickson, Dept. of Allied Health Sciences; U of NC, Carol Gray, The Gray Center for Social Learning and Understanding; Carol Westby, U. of New Mexico. Special Concert by Matt Savage Trio
Mar 12-13 Providence
8:30-4:30 daily, Early Bird (by 2/16) $180 Parent/Student/ParaPro, $240 Professional. One Day Registrations available, discounts for spouses.
Rhode Island Convention Center, 1 Sabin Street, Providence, RI Janet Balletto www.barryprizant.com
janetballetto@cox.net 401.732.6335

Autism: Sharing The Knowledge
FEAT/RI is proud to sponsor it's first ever Two Day Autism Conference.
Dr. James Mulick - Characteristics of a Good Professional Evaluation of a Child with ASD, Dr. Peter Gerhardt -  Adolescence and Transition Dr. Bobby Newman - Addressing Challenging Behavior in Individuals with Autism: Functional Analysis, Assessment and Treatment Plan Options Stein Lund - Curriculum Development in Early Intensive Behavior Intervention. Fluency, Pharmacological Interventions for Children with ASD, Applied Behavior Analysis for Children with Autism: An examination of Definitions, Common Applications, and Outcomes Inclusion Strategies
April 29 & 30 Warwick
The Radisson Airport Hotel
www.featri.orginfo@featri.org for registration

 

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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 1st Monday/Mo
Feb 2 Knoxville 6:30-9:30pm
Parkwest Medical Center Classroom 9405 Park West Blvd.
gina@untangleautism.org 

Asperger's Syndrome
Dr. Tony Attwood from Australia!
Future Horizons
Apr 21 Memphis
1-800-489-0727

TEXAS
Family to Family Network Meeting
Creating Inclusive Opportunities through Peer Buddy Programs:
The AIM Project
Feb 3 Houston 713-466-6304   www.familytofamilynetwork.org

TxABA SIG Public Meeting
Jennifer Dantzler, Domonique Randall, John Rapp
Feb 4 Houston -  6-8pm
University of Houston
Heyne Building, H-Building 534  Room 135
david.whitcher@texanamhmr.com  281-239-1328 800-304-6047

Techniques for Communication, Learning, and Sensory Processing
Feb 6-7 Carrolton
www.eritherapyseminars.com

Free Presentation at the Arc of Greater Houston's Parent Support Group. The Job Readiness Services that Texas Rehabilitation Commission Can Provide for Your Child. Cheryl Guido - Transition Specialist of TRC
Feb 9 Houston  11:30a-1p
The Arc of Greater Houston
713-957-1600  karensnead77@hotmail.com

After High School, What Next?
College Representatives will present how modifications,
accommodations, counseling, tutoring, and support services are
offered to students w/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

GHC - ASA Chapter Meeting
Feb 14 Houston10a-12p
713-513-7575  ghcasapres@aol.com

ABC's of ABA
Domonique Randall, BCBA
Feb 21 Houston  9a-4p
University of Houston Central Campus Heyne Building, H-Building 534, Room 135 281-348-7067
CySloan@earthlink.net 

Support Group in Laredo
Washington Birthday Parade (Awareness Parade)
Feb 22 Laredo
Veronica Orduno - orduno1@lmtoniline.com

ADDapting to Challenges
16th annual conference featuring Steve Pliszka, M.D., addressing ADHD and Co-Morbid conditions as well as Neuroimaging and Genetics. Thirty additional breakout sessions on a wide variety of topics.
CE's available. Limited scholarships available.
Feb 27-28 Irving The Harvey Hotel
www.adda-sr.org  281-897-0982

Behavior Management Skills Training Workshop Conducted by Brenda Batts of FOCUS SpEd, LLC
Feb 28 Plano 9a-12p
Southfork Hotel, China Berry Conf. Rm. 972-578-8555 $40 per seat
postmaster@focussped.com  www.focussped.com  972-814-4913

Family to Family Network Meeting