OCALI Conference - Save the Date!

 

The OCALI Statewide Ohio Conference is going to be held in Columbus November 17-19, 2009!  ASO will again be subsidizing registrations for parents and will be sponsoring a "parents corner" as part of the exposition.  The Parent's Corner will be a place where parents can go to meet and network with other parents.  In addition, there will be informal sessions on a variety of topics including the autism scholarship, early intervention, transition, adult services, etc.  For complete information on the conference, visit http://conference.ocali.org/

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Federal Update

 

From the Autism Society:

What Will Health-care Reform Mean for Families Affected by Autism?
The health-care reform debate became extremely heated this month,
while Congress was on recess and home in their districts and states;
however, navigating the claims from both sides and finding out the
realities about what health-care reform means for our families has
gotten a little easier. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=wNpnDOxrWAgpcTmeebxVEw..

In Memoriam: Senator Edward Kennedy
The Autism Society joins the world in mourning the loss of Senator
Edward ("Ted") Kennedy, who passed away Tuesday night
after battling brain cancer for more than a year. The Massachusetts
Democrat, who devoted almost 50 of his 77 years to service in the
United States Senate, was a long-time champion of the autism
community. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=dbnuGd-vwqrVrMRnO_MFGA..

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Autism Society Chapter Events/Informatin:

 

Autism Society of America

 

Conference Keynotes on YouTube
Portions of the keynote presentations "The Future of
Autism" and "The Culture of Autism" from this
year's Autism Society National Conference in St. Charles, Ill.,
are now available on YouTube. These clips include presentations from
some of the top minds in autism, including Dr. Martha Herbert, Dr. Judith Palfrey, Dr. Cathy Pratt, Dr. Mark Friedlander, Dr. Stephen
Shore, Dr. Lars Perner, Sondra Williams and Judy Endow; they also
include the question-and-answer discussions that followed each
presentation. Check them out at the Autism Society's new YouTube
channel: www.youtube.com/TheAutismSociety.

Genetic Marker may Help Identify and Prevent Problem Behaviors in Adults with Developmental Disabilities
A common variation of the gene involved in regulating serotonin and
norepinephrine in the brain may be linked to problem behaviors in
adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities, new research
indicates. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=BOkdgdMA6wi7e3XZEOhECA..

New Genetic Study of Asperger Syndrome, Autistic Traits and Empathy
Scientists from the University of Cambridge have identified 27 genes
that are associated with either Asperger Syndrome (AS) and/or autistic
traits and/or empathy. The research was published in the July 21
edition of the journal "Autism Research." This is the first candidate
gene study of its kind. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=jLDVXW31UKxa6wIZMcwKbg..

Back-to-School Suggestions for Home-School Communication
As the school year begins, there is no more important task than
identifying how communication will occur between home and school. In
many ways, systems of communication can set the stage for how
relationships unfold over the course of the school year. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=BwKEK9IJWQv5DS76Aw9wtQ..

New Products for Special-Needs Classrooms
Kodo Kids is a new company that specializes in the creation of toys
for the early childhood and special-needs markets, such as the Chalk
Spinner and the Cozy Cubby. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=tvRdWPOqVy6_c0uJG0aWVA..

New Autism Memoir Available
The new book "Break on Through: Surviving Autism" by Constance Porter,
RN, is an honest account of a family living with autism. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=B0Qu3C6ykOQM0kS0maWNxQ..

PediaVision Sheds New Light on Vision Screening for Autistic Children
PediaVision, a company dedicated to solving the problem of undiagnosed
vision problems affecting thousands of children, has just announced a
breakthrough in the use of the PediaVision Assessment Solution for
children with autism. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=gfuv1XA5v8Gk-iqVkgbmUg..

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Autism Society of Greater Akron

 

PO Box 2831
Akron, Ohio 44309-2831
330-543-3955
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www.asagreaterakron.com
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The Autism Society of Central Ohio
286 Weydon Rd.
Worthington, OH 43085
614-487-4720 Extension 301
or
1-800-875-2723 Extension 301
http://www.autism-centralohio.com/
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Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

10:00 AM Please join us to view “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” at AMC’s Lennox 24, 777 Kinnear Rd. , Kinnear Exit off 315 South Columbus, OH 432124.  Admission is Reduced to $4.25.  AMC  Entertainment and the ASA have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films on a monthly basis.  The lights are brought up and the sounds turned down and the “silence is golden” policy is not enforced.  Outside food is permitted.
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The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

P.O. Box 41066
Brecksville, Ohio 44141
(216) 556-4937
www.asgc.org
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Saturday, August 29, 2009 from Noon - 3:00 PM - Picnic for teens/adults w/ASD
All teens/adults with ASD and their families are invited to join us for a picnic at The City of Independence Kiwanis Pavilion.  We look forward to an afternoon of games and fun.  Admission is FREE.  The ASGC and Autism Speaks will provide pop/water/hot dogs.  Please bring a dish to share.  Any individual requiring assistance or supervision must have a caregiver with them at the picnic at all times.  RSVP is required by August 24, 2009 at (216) 556-4937 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Tuesday, September 8, 2009 - Presentation: Services provided by State School Support Teams

(note Tuesday due to holiday) - Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Drive, Independence, OH 6:30-8:30 We welcome Jim Rohlik or Kathy Jillson from State Support Team Region III - Educational Service Center of Cuyahoga County. They will speak about the services that are provided to parents and districts from The State Support Teams who are responsible for School Improvements, Literacy, Special Education Compliance and Early Learning and School Readiness Services to school districts.  Free Childcare with RSVP. 

September 12, 2009 - Part for the Puzzle Tailgate Party at The Ironwood Cafe
Please join the ASGC at The Ironwood Cafe, 6888 Dover Center Rd., Westlake, OH 44145 for a Tailgate Party "OSU Vs. USC" 8:00 PM ESPN Game.  From 4:00 PM till 7:00 PM all you can eat/drink, chinese raffle and more.  Tickets are $40.00 per person and are available by calling (216) 556-4937 or Jason Eisenmann at (440) 241-8833 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  All proceeds benefit the ASGC.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009   7:00 - 9:00 PM - Avon Lake Library, 32649 Electric Avenue, Avon Lake, OH  44012. Please take this opportunity to meet and network with other professionals, parents, caregivers and those individuals on the autism spectrum.  This group meets the first Tuesday of every month.

Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

10:00 AM Please join us to view “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” at AMC’s Ridge Park Square, 4788 Ridge Road, Brooklyn, OH  44144.  Admission is Reduced to $4.25.  AMC  Entertainment and the ASA have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films on a monthly basis.  The lights are brought up and the sounds turned down and the “silence is golden” policy is not enforced.  Outside food is permitted

Monday October 5, 2009 - Presentation: New IEP Forms

6:30 - 8:30 PM - Independence Civic Center 6:30-8:30 PM  We welcome  Barbara Rutt, S.W.A., Parent Training Coordinator, OCECD - Cleveland Office Barb will speak on the new IEP forms for all districts.  Free Childcare with RSVP.

 

Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Fourth Annual Cleveland’s Country Charities Fundraiser

Cleveland’s Country Charities, a nonprofit organization benefiting Cleveland charities, have made the ASGC the beneficiary of all the proceeds for their Fourth Annual Cleveland’s Country Charities
Fundraiser at The Double Tree Hotel, 6200 Quarry Lane, Independence, OH 44131, on October 24, 2009.  Eight talented bands are working together to raise money for a worthwhile cause. The money raised stays in our community and will help in many ways.  Doors open at Noon with music and raffles throughout the day and evening. Tickets are $10.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. For more information, contact Todd Bub at (216) 849-7390 or Barb Haselow at (440) 886-6157 or visit www.myspace.com/clevelandcountrycharities. Tickets are also available by contacting the ASGC at (216) 556-4937 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Donations and
prizes are needed. Please make checks payable to Cleveland Country Charities and help us support this wonderful event.

Monday, November 2, 2009 - Presentation: Managing Parent Stress

6:30 - 8:30 PM  Independence Civic Center
Hal E. Wildman, Ph.D. Pediatric/Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Spectrum Psychological Associates.  Dr. Wildman will speak about stress management issues for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

 

Tuesday, November 10, 2009 - Presentation: Music Therapy Enrichment

7:00 - 9:00 PM Avon Lake Public Library a guest from Music Therapy Enrichment
Center will speak about the benefit of music therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.

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Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
P.O. Box 43027
Cincinnati, OH 45243-0027
513-561-2300
Fax: 513-561-4748
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www.autismcincy.org

 

Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

10:00 AM Please join us to view “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” at AMC’s Newport on the Levee.  Admission is Reduced to $4.25.  AMC  Entertainment and the ASA have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films on a monthly basis.  The lights are brought up and the sounds turned down and the “silence is golden” policy is not enforced.  Outside food is permitted.  Visit www.autismcincy.org for more details.

Friday, October 9th, 2009 - 1st Annual Quench Autism ... One Pint At A Time!
Join Nicholson's Tavern & Pub for the 1st Annual Quench Autism ... One Pint At A Time!
It will be an evening you won't want to miss, with authentic Scottish food, drinks, and entertainment.
Mix and mingle with friends and new acquaintances to the musical sounds of T Sly, the Tillers, along with a few surprise guests!
Enjoy the impressive selection of beer, wine, scotch, and cocktails you won't see or hear of for miles. Order appetizers at the bar or sit down and have a full course meal, where all the sales will be going straight to Autism.
After having a nice dinner, or good time at the bar, you are encouraged to go to the Contemporary Arts Center, where you can experience what Autism is like and how Autism affects the lives of all the families touched with it. Our silent auction, along with multiple raffles for prizes will be located there as well.
Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. All proceeds will benefit the Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati.
To make a donation, purchase tickets or for more information regarding this event, please visit www.quenchautism.com
The Autism Society is in need of volunteers to help take tickets and work the silent auction during this fun evening. Join us in helping Nicholson's raise funds for our programs. Please email Patty Proctor if you are interested at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

October 16th, and 17th, 2009, Presentation - “An Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis by Dr. Vincent Carbone”
Cincinnati Welcomes Dr. Vincent Carbone PhD, BCBA
If you have heard of Applied Behavior Analysis but are unsure of what it really is…
If you have a child or work with a child with autism and would like to learn how to teach them communication and conversational skills and when to teach them…
If you are interested in seeing numerous demonstrations of teaching spontaneous language in intensive teaching sessions as well as the natural environment by a highly qualified and experienced professional…
This is the conference for you!
Applied Behavioral Services along with FEAT of GC and ASGC present,
“An Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis by Dr. Vincent Carbone”
Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel 5901 Pfeiffer Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45242
When: October 16th, and 17th, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Cost: $250.00
A limited number of scholarships (up to $200.00) are available through the Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati which can help pay for the conference registration costs. Print the scholarship application from the website: www.autismcincy.org.
For more information please visit: www.drcarbone.com or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

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Autism Society of Dayton

P.O. Box 1013
Miamisburg, OH 45343

206-984-5760

www.autismsociety-dayton.org

 

For all the latest news, see the ASD's latest newsletter here. 

 

Saturday, August 28, 2009 - Poker Run Sponsored by Panera Bread
Mark your calendar for Saturday, Aug. 29 and get ready to ride and enjoy free food and prizes along the way.  Riders will pick up poker cards and food samples at 6 local Panera Bread bakery-cafes (Sugarcreek, The Greene, Beavercreek, Springfield, Troy, and Brown St.) followed by lunch and prizes at the end - and at the end of the ride, the top three hands wins!  Details are still being finalized but tentative cost will be $20/driver, $5/passenger; plus $3/person if you wish to receive a ride t-shirt/bandana.  More details and registration information to follow.  All proceeds benefit the Autism Society of America - Dayton Chapter.  Click here to read more. 

 

 

Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009 - Join us for a Day out with Thomas the Tank Engine!
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009, 2:15 PM 
Group rate:  $14.00/person
Send check or money order made out to ASA-Dayton   to:  P.O. Box 1013, Miamisburg, OH 45343 along with    the name of the leader of your group who will be picking up your tickets at the train and a phone number.
TIME EXTENDED!  Money is due to me by August 24st.
Day Out With Thomas™ offers an opportunity for children and their grownups to take a 25 minute ride with Thomas the Tank Engine™ and to have their picture taken with Sir Topham Hatt™, the Controller of the Railway. Every event includes Thomas & Friends™ storytelling, a viewing station for Thomas & Friends videos, temporary tattoos, and Build with LEGO® DUPLO® Bricks in the Imagination Station. The activities on site at Day Out With Thomas™ are for you and your children to enjoy for several hours or more. Please plan your arrival times accordingly; activities on site end 30 minutes after the last train departure.
Event will be held at the Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic, Lebanon, OH 45036.  Click HERE for a map and directions.
Rail cars are not handicap accessible.  Event is held rain or shine.  Day and time subject to change based on number of tickets sold and availability.  It is important we have your phone number so we may contact you if the day/time changes.

 

Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009 Workshop: Setting Students Up For Success: Brain Compatible Learning
We are pleased to bring you a workshop focusing on brain development, nutrition, and learning styles presented by Ann Anzalone  
Setting Students Up For Success: Brain Compatible Learning 
Description:  How do your children learn?  Give your children an edge effect.  Teach them the way that they learn and they will be more successful in the learning process.  Learn how to identify and teach to your own child's learning styles. 
Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009, 6:30 PM 
All workshops will be held at the Miami Valley Regional Center, 4801 Springfield Street, Riverside, OH 45431
Workshops are free and open to the public.  Refreshments will be served.  Sorry, we cannot accommodate children.
Please RSVP to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Friday December 11, 2009 (tentatively set)  8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Presentation with Jed Baker, PhD
Children's Medical Center, Dayton
SAVE THE DATE!
In collaboration with DAFEAT, the Autism Society of  Dayton is pleased to bring the following workshop to Dayton:
No More Meltdowns: Handling Challenging Behaviors & Teaching Social Skills with Jed Baker,  PhD.

More information to follow.

 

For more events and information, visit: http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001-VYj-myPVdviW35zTAVm7BTVsKr-GKTJPSQVsxCCl7DUz_E-LZ-XuV47oOPK_CJ3wpsci-1Q0j2f3Mvd-CEG88pqdFsCjS8-fwxeQSMkeDM%3D

 

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Autism Society of NW Ohio
4848 Dorr Street Suite 1
Toledo, OH 43615
phone: 419-578-2766 (419-578-ASNO)
fax: 419-536-5038
e-mail: asno.org@bex.net
website: www.asno.org

Tuesday, September 8, 2009: Autism Society Annual Meeting
Please join us for the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio's annual meeting.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
6:00 pm
Holland Branch Library
1032 S. McCord Road
Holland, OH 43528
Topic: The Autism Society of Northwest Ohio as part of the Autism Society of America: What's New?
Please call 419-578-2766 to RSVP

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Autism Society of SE Ohio
c/o HAVAR, Inc
227 Columbus Road
PO Box 460
Athens, OH 45701
740-205-6810  
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www.autismseohio.org

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Upcoming Events, Conferences:


Sunday, September 6, 2009 - Autism Benefit Music Festival at Nelson Ledges, NE Ohio

Event: Autism Benefit Music Festival at Nelson Ledges September 6
      "An All Day Family Event Labor Day Weekend - Sunday"
What: Concert
Host: National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio
Start Time: Sunday, September 6 at 12:00pm
End Time: Monday, September 7 at 12:00am
Where: Nelson Ledges Quarry Park
http://www.autismnortheastohio.org/special_events.php
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Friday, September 11, 2009: “It Starts with Me – Advocacy in 2009”, Columbus

Sponsored by the ARC of Ohio
Holiday Inn – Worthington
7007 N. High St.
Worthington, OH  43085

Registration:               9:00 a.m.  – 10:00 a.m.
Opening Remarks:     10:00 a.m.

Keynote Speaker:  Dave Rastoka - “You’re Walking, Talking, and Breathing, But are you really Alive? – 10 Rules to a Happy Life”
Join Dave Rastoka as he shares his ten rules to living a happier, healthier life. You will laugh and learn practical strategies that will help improve your outlook.  This is the first step in meeting goals for yourself, your loved one and/or the people you represent.

Noon – 12:45 p.m.      Lunch – Included with Registration

12:45 – 1:45 p.m.  “The System” – Gary Tonks, Executive Director, The Arc of Ohio
County Boards, Schools, Job and Family Services…Ohio’s System of support has become
So complicated that families find themselves in the wrong line and on the wrong waiting
List.  Gary will provide a roadmap for getting what you need, when you need it.

1:45 – 3:00 p.m. The Individual Service Plan (ISP), Speaker to be Announced
Services through your County Board of Developmental Disabilities are determined and
Approved through the ISP.  What is it and how do I assure what’s best for the person
I love and/or represent?

3:00 – 4:00 p.m.   Medicaid in Schools Program – Mark Smith & Bill Shakleford, Ohio Department of Education
Lean the ins and outs of Ohio’s new program to access Medicaid funding for special
Education services.   If your loved one is on Medicaid and still attends school, you won’t
Want to miss this presentation.

Send Registration to:

The Arc of Ohio
1335 Dublin Rd., Suite 205-C
Columbus, OH  43215
(614) 487-4720
OR
Email at:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
OR
FAX to:  (614) 487-4725
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Tuesday, September 15th, 2009: Best Practices in Accommodating Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Intellectual Disability and other emerging groups within Post Secondary Education, Toledo, Columbus, Lancaster and via phone

Please note:  Registration is required so that adequate space for participants can be arranged.  Please do not just show up for this session.
 
If you live outside Columbus, Cleveland, Lancaster, or Toledo, OH, anywhere in the U.S., please see the last paragraph of this message for information on how to access the following ADA audio conference series session within your area of the country.  The session will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2-3:30 P.M., ET, (earlier time of day, depending on time zone) and will be presented by the DBTAC - Great Lakes ADA Center in Chicago, IL, via speaker phone. 

Educational entities are reporting increased enrollment of individuals with a variety of disabilities that they have not traditionally been served. Questions and concerns regarding the type of accommodations needed and how the campus environment needs to respond to ensure that qualified students have an equal opportunity to participate are common on the various post secondary education list servs and blogs. Join the speakers for this session to learn more about how some institutions have implemented programs that have effectively been able to accommodate and integrate these students.
 
Speaker: TBA
Time: 2:00-3:30P.M. EDT, earlier depending on your time zone
CEU Credits:  CRC
The cost for the session is $25 for nonprofits and $40 for other entities for each location, regardless of the number of participants at each location (multiple people can attend at one location for the same flat fee).  There is no charge to participants who come to the following locations in Ohio:  The Ohio State University (OSU) in Columbus, OH; Ability Center in Toledo, OH; Linking Employment, Ability & Potential (LEAP) in Cleveland, OH; and Southeastern Ohio Center for Independent Living (SOCIL) in Lancaster, OH.  There may be other free locations in the US - please contact Great Lakes at adagreatlakes.org for those locations.

Sessions are 90 minutes in length and delivered via audio conference. Participants are in a "listen-only" mode until the question and answer period.  The sessions are offered real-time captioned on the Internet, and a transcript is developed and posted to the Internet following the session.  In addition, a digital recording of the session is archived on the DBTAC - Great Lakes ADA Center web site at adagreatlakes.org.
 
If you wish to come for no charge to OSU in Columbus, OH, please let us know by September 8 by sending an email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   Registration is required to attend the session.  Please provide your name, organization, address, email address, and telephone number.  Please do not send a check to ADA-OHIO.  If you wish to come for no charge to The Ability Center of Greater Toledo, OH, please call 419-885-5733.  If you wish to come for no charge to LEAP in Cleveland, OH, please call 216-696-2716, ext. 129, for more information.  If you wish to come for no charge to SOCIL in Lancaster, OH, please call 740-689-1494 for more information.  If you wish to attend elsewhere, please go to web site ada-audio.org to register.
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Ohio Self Determination Association 2009 Annual Conference September 15 and 16, 2009, Columbus

University Plaza Hotel, Columbus
"Life without Limits"

Ohio Self Determination Association
705-D Lakeview Plaza Blvd.
Worthington, OH 43085
www.ohiosda.org, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
http://www.ohiosda.org/Conference/2009ConferenceInfo.pdf
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009 John Elder Robinson author of Look Me In the Eye speaks at Defiance College

John Elder Robinson, http://www.johnrobison.com/ an individual on the autism spectrum  and author of the book "Look Me In the Eye" will speak at Defiance College at 2 p.m. in Schaumburg Auditorium to the incoming first year class about his book, “Look Me in the Eye.”  Then at 3:30 p.m. he will address a community audience about his life with Aspergers. These presentations at Defiance College are free and open to the public. For more information, contact:

Fred W. Coulter, Ph.D., CFLE
Parent Partnership Coordinator
Hench Autism Studies Program
Defiance College
701 N. Clinton St.
Defiance, OH 43512
(419) 783-2416
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Friday, September 18, 2009 Special Education Workshop with Wrightslaw and the Autism Society of Indiana

IDEA & NCLB:  What You Dont Know CAN Hurt You!
   
Junior Achievement of Central Indiana in Indianapolis
September 18, 2009
http://www.disabilitygoto.com/WrightslawIndianapolis.html
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Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Screening of Rainy with a Chance of Meatballs, Columbus
The next Movie Day is Saturday, September 19th, for Rainy with a Chance of Meatballs!  Same time and location: 10:00 a.m. at Crossroads Marcus Cinemas. More information will be forthcoming. Check out this link for a preview: http://io9.com/5174221/cloudy-with-a-chance-of-meatballs-trailer-whets-our-appetite-for-cheeseburger-rain
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Saturday, Sept. 19, 2009: Autism Awareness Walk-a-thon, Mansfield

4th annual Autism Awareness Walk-a-thon to be held at the Richland County Fairgrounds in Mansfield, Ohio.
Food, raffles, speakers, informational tables, bounce house, face painting.
$10 donation fee or pledge sheets. 
The funds raised stay in Richland County and helps local families with autism related expenses such as therapy, medical needs, transporation expenses.
For more information, please contact Debbie at 419-589-8762 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Sunday, September 20, 2009 Poker Ride for Autism, Portsmouth
Portsmouth Motorcycle Club/Portsmouth Fire Dept
Date:     Sunday, September 20, 2009
Time:     11:00am - 5:00pm
Location:     Tracy Park
City/Town:     Portsmouth, OH
For more information, call Wendy Potts at 740-259-0055 or Email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Sunday, September 20, 2009 - Rock Concert for Autism, Toledo
ACOUSTICS FOR AUTISM…PLUGGED IN!!
Project iAm and 104-7 WIOT presents our first ever rock concert for Autism, featuring Multi-Platinum recording artists
Skid Row!!!
Sunday September 20, 2009
Toledo Civic Theatre
Music and Doors open at 1pm
All Ages
$10 in advance/$20 at the door ($15 with a Project iAm wristband)
Tickets available at The Village Idiot, The Parkway Lounge, and Toledo Hearing and Speech Center or at
http://acousticsforautism.com/events/
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Tuesday, September 22, 2009 - Canton; Wednesday, September 23, 2009 - Cleveland; Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Youngstown: Asperger Syndrome

This course is designed to educate participants about Asperger's Syndrome and provide practical skills for effective assessment and intervention. From Hans Asperger's first description of the syndrome to current views, participants will gain knowledge and insight into the strengths and weaknesses associated with this diagnosis. Attendees will be able to identify and obtain skills-based techniques designed to address the social-interaction, social-communication and social-emotional concerns present in this population. Significant attention will be paid to diagnostic criteria and treatment intervention with numerous opportunities for hands-on skills development. Extensive recommendations will be provided designed for specialists and classroom teachers to help these children succeed in the academic environment. Case studies and an appropriate amount of time for questions and answers will also be provided. Participants will take home useful tools and creative ideas to implement in their school or practice the very next day.
8:00am  - 3:30pm  (Check in starts at 7:30am)
Holiday Inn Canton-North Canton, Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland East Mayfield Village or Quality Inn & Suites North, Belmont Ave.
http://www.findaseminar.com/event1.asp?eventID=4774
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September 26, 2009 - Adapted recreation opportunity, Oakwood

The Miami Valley Association of Disabled Athletes is hosting a free event
showcasing adapted recreational/sports activities in the Miami Valley
Saturday September 26, 2009 1:00 to 5:00 PM at Smith Elementary School 1701
Shafor Blvd Oakwood Ohio.

This event is for all children and adults with disabilities and their
families. Siblings will be encouraged to participate.

The event will include clinics on adapted basketball, tennis, softball,
football, and soccer among other adapted recreational activities.

Adapted recreational organizations from around the Miami Valley will be
there.

For more information go to www.mvada.org
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October 2 - 4, 2009 - Fourth International Public Conference on Vaccination, Washington DC
For complete information, visit http://www.nvic.org/Events/overview.aspx
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Wednesday, October 7, 2009 - DR TONY ATTWOOD to speak in Cincinnati Area
WHAT:           FUTURE HORIZONS' AUTISM / ASPERGER'S CONFERENCE
WHEN:   WEDNESDAY - OCTOBER 7TH, 2009  
WHERE:  THE DRAWBRIDGE INN AND CONVENTION CENTER
                     2477 ROYAL DRIVE  
                 FORT MITCHELL, KY  41017
YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS THIS FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO HEAR ONE OF THE MOST NOTED SPEAKERS IN THE FIELD OF ASPERGER'S.  DR ATTWOOD IS NOT ONLY A CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST FROM BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA, HE IS ALSO ADJUNCT PROFESSOR AT GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY IN QUEENSLAND.
WITH OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF ASPERGER'S, HIS KNOWLEDGE IS VAST AND PRACTICAL.  HEAR HIM SPEAK ON LOVE AND RELATIONSHIPS, FRIENDSHIPS, BULLYING, GIRLS WITH ASPERGER'S, SPECIAL INTERESTS, MANAGING EMOTIONS AND IMPROVING SOCIAL UNDERSTANDING.


REGISTER NOW ! !       WWW.FHAUTISM.COM and save $5 off registration
                                       for special group rates of 10 or more, please contact:
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October 9th-10th, 2009 - Annual International Conference on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder for Parents, Caregivers, Health Care Professionals, Educators, Physicians and Adults with AD/HD, Cleveland

General Conference October 9th-10th, 2009 • Pre-Conference institutes (Optional) October 7th and/or 8th, 2009

For more info see:  http://www.chadd.org/Content/CHADD/Conferences_Training/Annual_Conference/default.htm
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Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - Transition Fair, Stow
The Stow Interagency Transition Team invites parents, students, and staff of special education students to attend the first Transition Fair - Help Find Answers to the Question: "I'm Finished with High School, Now What?". Tuesday, October 13, 2009, Stowe-MF High School Commons, 3227 Graham Rd., Stow, OH, 4:30-7:30pm (in conjunction with Parent-Teacher Conferences - stop by anytime.  Refreshments provided.  For questions, please call Leslie White at the Paretn Mento Office at 330-689-5426 
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October 15, 2009, Columbus; October 19, 2009, Independence; October 20, 2009, Boardman - Workshop: Effective Strategies for Classroom Behavior Management

A program for K-12 teachers, administrators, and others working with difficult, defiant, unmotivated, angry, or emotionally disturbed children and adolescents in regular or special education classes or alternative schools

Presented by
Vality Training and Development and Dr. Richard Holzer, BS, MA, MD

About your instructor:  Dr. Richard Holzer is an experienced public school teacher as well as a psychiatrist with extensive experience working with troubled students in schools. At present, Dr. Holzer is a behavior analyst in a school district in Mississippi, working with a student population of extreme-at-risk students. He is fully aware of the challenges teachers face. He brings his extensive personal experience as a teacher and his medical expertise to this program as well as his experience working as a consultant to educators.
           Teachers recognize that there are more students with behavior problems in our classrooms today than in years past and that many of the problems seem more severe. Most teachers were not trained to deal with these problems, or with the fact that frequently they find two, three, or even more students with serious behavior problems in one classroom.
In this workshop Dr. Richard Holzer, offers evidence-based strategies to work with difficult, defiant, unmotivated, angry, and emotionally disturbed children and adolescents. This program will provide you with strategies to enhance learning, build self-esteem, and control disruptive and otherwise troublesome behavior.
            We will discuss the causes of these problems (conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, depression and bipolar disorder, bullying, societal violence, parental mismanagement, among others) and, on this foundation, build practical strategies to maintain behavioral control and teach effectively.
            Please join us for this timely, informative workshop. We know you are busy. Join us and we will make good use of your time. You can expect to return to your school with practical tools. And we know that, to be practical, management strategies have to be cost effective in terms of time so Dr. Holzer will stress effective brief intervention techniques in day-to-day behavior management. Over 97% of our participants say this program “met” or “exceeded” expectations.

Cost: $165/person   DISCOUNTS: Small group discounts are as follows. Two people registered together pay $155 each.  For groups of three to five people, each pays $140 and for groups of six or more the registration fee is $130 per person.

When and Where:
Columbus, OH Thursday, October 15, 2009 Holiday Inn (near airport) 750 Stelzer Rd.  43217
Cleveland (Independence), OH Monday, October 19, 2009 Holiday Inn 6001 Rockside Dr. 44131
Youngstown (Boardman), OH Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Holiday Inn 7410 South Avenue (McKay Drive) 44512
Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM (lunch noon- 1:00)   Registration: 7:30 – 8:00

Course Objectives:
At the completion of this conference, participants will be able to:
1.  Describe a series of specific strategies to improve the behavior of children and adolescents with behavior problems
2.  Motivate difficult and defiant students
3.  Manage students to control their own anger when confronted or provoked
4.  Discipline students with positive (and less stressful) strategies
5.  Recognize triggers and student cues for emotional outbursts and disruptive behavior
6.  Describe factors that cause students to be at-risk for behavioral problems
7.  Develop positive approaches to discipline
8.  Build more effective relationships with students that will result in more effective behavioral control

TO REGISTER contact: Vality Training and Development
1217 Florida St. # C  Huntington Beach, California 92648
(714) 374-4637                 Fax (714) 969-2387
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Certificate of Attendance for 6.0 Continuing Education Hours Provided
REGISTRATION FEE $165/person  DISCOUNT: Small group discounts are as follows. Two people registered together pay $155 each.  For groups of three to five people, each pays $140 and for groups of six or more the registration fee is $130 per person.  Note: We need to receive all registrations at the same time for the discount to apply.
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - Conference: "Health Reform for People with Disabilities", Columbus

10 am to 4 pm Hyatt Regency, Columbus
DD Council's Annual Conference
"Health Reform for People with Disabilities"
Join people with disabilities, their families, advocates and others
in learning about the state of health reform
both nationally and in Ohio and how to advocate for better health services.
More information will be coming in the next few weeks.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2009, Educational Forum: “Understanding Autism”, Case Medical Center, Cleveland
The Discovery and Wellness Center for Children (DWCC) at University Hospitals Case Medical Center would like to extend to you an invitation to our educational forum, “Understanding Autism.”  The goal of the forum is to educate attendees on the complexity of autism through explaining autism spectrum disorders from a neurological, behavioral, and social perspective and highlighting symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and community resources for families and/or professionals that work or have children diagnosed with autism. 

This educational forum will be held on Wednesday, October 28th at the W.O. Walker Building’s Auditorium 10524 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, 44106, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is open to mental health professionals, teachers, parents, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of autism. Parking is free in Lot #36, located across from the W.O. Walker Building next to National City Bank on Stokes Blvd.

Please join the DWCC, Max Wiznitzer, M.D., Elizabeth Short, Ph.D., and Rory McLean for a discussion on this important topic. Seating is limited. Please RSVP by October 21st by calling 216.844.3922 (DWCC). If you prefer to RSVP via email, please complete the cells below. To RSVP for multiple attendees, please send the requested information (Name, Occupation, Business Name, Phone Number, Email Address, Parent or Professional) in one email. This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be available for $18 and a certificate of attendance will be issued at the conclusion of the forum. Please be sure to contact your institution's official for further details on how to qualify for CEUs.
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November 18-19, 2009 - Career Planning for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Columbus

Help Young Adults with ASDs Transition to Careers! 
After several years of planning, Spectrum Training is delighted to announce that our two day Autism Career Planning conferences are now ready.  After much dialogue with career planners, transition teachers, parents and other ASD concerned persons we planned these conferences to meet those specific, critical needs.
 
This high caliber career planning is the key to a successful future with positive long-term outcomes and is ESSENTIAL for:
*  Career counselors, job developers/job coaches, rehab administrators, vocational coordinators
*  Special education administrators, teachers, teacher assistants, case managers, therapists
*  Students, parents, caregivers, and young adults with ASDs (16+)
 
November 18-19 in Columbus, OH with James Emmett & Christopher Simler http://www.spectrumtrainingsystemsinc.com/columbus.html
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General News, Articles, Information:

From About.com: Write Your Own Behavior Plan
http://specialchildren.about.com/od/specialeducation/qt/behaviorplan.htm?nl=1
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From About.com: Assemble a Teacher Information Packet
http://specialchildren.about.com/od/specialeducation/ht/teacherpacket.htm?nl=1
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Article: Trusts can protect futures of children with special needs
Experts say parents of children with disabilities should investigate special-needs trusts -- plans that protect funds for the care of children without barring their access to Social Security or Medicaid benefits. Parents of children with disabilities should also prepare for future care and iron out guardianship issues.
http://www.post-gazette.com/pg/09230/991488-28.stm
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ARTICLE: Get The Jump On Bullying
http://www.coultervideo.com/gethejumponbullyingessay.htm
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Article: Mom says Medical marijuana saved son's life
http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/story?section=news/health&id=6989085
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Books, Resources, Products:

SIBSHOPS FOR SIBLINGS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM
sponsored by Monarch Services for Children and Adolescents with Autism

THESE ARE INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS TO ASSIST SIBLINGS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM. IT IS DESIGNED TO MEET OTHER PEERS IN A RELAXED RECREATIONAL SETTING.  IT WILL PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY TO DISCUSS COMMON JOYS AND CONCERNS WITH OTHER SIBLINGS.

THE SIBSHOPS WILL BE FACILITATED BY MONARCH STAFF:
KARIN HESS-HOPKINS, MSSA
BECKY REMNER, SLP

THERE WILL BE FOUR SESSIONS.THE SIBSHOPS WILL BE HELD ON:
Thursdays, Sept. 10, Oct. 8, Nov. 12, Dec. 10
Wednesdays: Sept 16, October 14, Nov. 13, Dec. 9

SIBSHOPS WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE MONARCH SCHOOL ON 22001 FAIRMOUNT BLVD IN SHAKER HEIGHTS, OHIO.
AGES 7-11     6:15 -7:30
AGES 12-17    6:15- 7:30
THE COST OF 4 SESSIONS IS $90.00                          

CURRENT PARICPANTS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION

One of our mothers shared this with us:
I told my child the other day that this week is the last Sibshops (which I have since decided is incorrect).  She immediately started whining and stating that she really really REALLY REALLY wants it to continue.  So that's one vote for more SibShops! 

FOR MORE INFORMATION or to register, PLEASE CALL KARIN HESS-HOPKINS AT 216-320-8658
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ROTARY CAMP Fall RESPITE PROGRAMS, Akron
   
September-December 2009
Fall / Winter Respites
 
Respite Weekends are fun filled weekend campouts throughout the year. Children and adults with disabilities are eligible to attend. Campers arrive on Friday evening 6-7pm and leave Sunday morning by 11am. Throughout the weekend campers enjoy traditional camp activities as well as themed activities. It’s a great opportunity for campers to see their old friends and make new ones as well. It’s also a great way for first-time campers to get a short overnight experience.
 
September 11-13             $225.00   -  $50.00 Deposit =  _________
October      16-18              $225.00    -  $50.00 Deposit =  _________
November  13-15             $225.00    -  $50.00 Deposit =  _________
December  11-13             $225.00    -  $50.00 Deposit =  _________
                         
For each respite weekend signed up $50.00 deposit is owed unless you have third party agency paying. If you have a third party agency please list below name of agency phone number and contact name. If you would like to pay by checking or credit card please contact us at 330.644.4512.
 
Third party agency billing
Agency_______________Phone#___________Contact__________
 
Register
Camper Name__________________________________
Phone#__________Cell#___________ 
Address, City, State & Zip __________________________
Email___________________________ 
 
For more information please call the camp office at (330)-644 4512  or visit our website at:  www.gotcamp.org.
Please mail back to: Rotary Camp, 4460 Rex Lake Drive, Akron, OH  44319
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BIOMEDICAL PARENT SUPPORT GROUP MEETING, Independence
To all those who are interested in joining a group of parents pursuing or investigating biomedical interventions for their loved ones with autism, please note the following meeting times for the remainder of 2009.
 
Sept 24 - Essential Oils to Help with Symptoms of Autism (Parents from Columbus to present)
October 27 - TBD
November 9 - TBD
December 7 - TBD
 
Meeting times are at 6:30 pm through 8:45 pm
Meeting place:
Independence Public Library
6361 Selig Drive
Independence, Ohio  44131-4926
Off Brecksville Road in Civic Center complex
Phone (library): 216.447.0160
 
Any questions, please email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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New Disability History Resource 
This new on-line video documents the speech given by President George H. W. Bush when he signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into law on July 26, 1990. In the video, President Bush speaks to a huge audience of activists, Congressional supporters, people with disabilities, and their families and friends gathered on the south lawn of the White House. The 22-minute film, provided to the Department of Justice by the George Bush Presidential Library, is being re-released on the Internet to increase awareness of the ADA. Watch the Original ADA Signing Ceremony by going to http://www.ada.gov/videogallery.htm#adasigningcaptioned and scrolling down the page. Note: the video is available in open captions and with audio descriptions.
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Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders offering a 5-week parenting class
Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders will be offering a 5-week parenting class geared for parents or adult caregivers raising a child with an autism spectrum disorder.  This class will be held Thursday evenings from 5:30pm -8:00pm beginning September 10th, 2009 and running through October 8th, 2009.  The cost for the 5 week series will be $40.00 per person.  The program will be held at the Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders, 187 W. Schrock Rd. Westerville, Ohio 43081.  Space is limited and registration will close at 20 participants.

Topics to include:
    * Managing the Challenges of Parenting a Child on the Autism Spectrum
    * Increasing Coping Skills / Addressing Negative Behaviors
    * Increasing Communication Skills
    * Increasing Play Skills
    * Increasing Self-Help Skills / Independence
    * Solving Day to Day Problems
Topics will be covered to offer suggestions for children of all ages & all levels.  These classes are designed to be interactive for participants with having time to have specific questions addressed during the 5 sessions.

For more information please contact an Autism Resource Coordinator at 614-355-8315, or
To register please contact the Education Department @ 614-355-0662.
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Book: Perfect Targets: Asperger Syndrome and Bullying; Practical Solutions for Surviving the Social World by Rebekah Heinrichs, foreword by Brenda Smith Myles
http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9918.htm
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ONEsource Optimal Nutrition
ONEsource is the first ever food based, nutrient dense nutrition shake to be lactose free and contain no synthetic sweeteners, preservatives, soy, caffeine, hormones, bpa, or trans fat and is also Kosher, certified gluten free and USDA approved as a nutrient dense food for the WIC program, Medicare and Medicaid.  Above all this, it tastes like a Wendy's frosty.  Please check out www.OneSource.MD for more information. 
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Back to School Sale at Future Horizons
To help parents and educators gear up for a successful school year, we'd like to offer   25% off ALL Future Horizons Resources! We know how different every child's needs are.  So that is why we decided to let YOU choose which resources you need for the upcoming school year! Just go to our website www.FHautism.com and add items to your cart as you usually would.  Then enter coupon code BACK2SCHOOL
and 25% will be subtracted from all FH products!  Please keep in mind that this offer is not applicable to conferences, special packages, or other publishers' products that we offer on our site.
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Differently-Abled Toy Guide - Toys "R" Us
http://www.toysrus.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3261680