News From ASO:
- Budget update
- New Draft Funding Disclosure Document Available for Comment from ODE
- ODE Website Highlights Impact of Budget on Education
- Information Regarding Medicaid Services in the School and the Ohio Home Care and Transitions MR/DD Waivers Only
- OCALI Conference - Save the Date! November 17-19, 2009!
ASO to Sponsor Parent Corner as Part of Expo, Exhibit Hall
ASO to subsidize Registration Fees for Parents
- Federal Update/Alerts
Secretary of Education Arne Duncan is calling for NCLB rewrite by early 2010
Health Care Reform
Education
Support the Community First Choice Option and the CLASS Plan - Take Action
Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
- Autism Society of America
National Children's Health Survey Report Finds Autism Prevalence Now 1 in 91
- Autism Society of Greater Akron
- Autism Society of Central Ohio
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
- Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
Friday, October 9th, 2009 - 1st Annual Quench Autism ... One Pint At A Time!
Thursday, Friday,October 16th, and 17th, 2009, Presentation - “An Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis by Dr. Vincent Carbone”
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Fall Hay Ride at Luther Farms
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland
Monday October 5, 2009 Presentation: New IEP Forms
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are
Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Fourth Annual Cleveland’s Country Charities Fundraiser
Monday, November 2, 2009 - Presentation: Managing Parent Stress
Tuesday, November 10, 2009 - Presentation: Music Therapy Enrichment
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
- Autism Society of Dayton
Thursday, October 15, 2009 - Using Assistive Technology to Allow Individuals With Disabilities to Reach Their Fullest Potential
Friday December 11, 2009 (tentatively set) 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Presentation with Jed Baker, PhD
Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton
- Autism Society of NW Ohio
Tuesday, October 6, 2009 Seneca County Support
Thursday, October 8, 2009 - Sandusky County Support Group
Saturday, October 10, 2009 - How to Write a Good IEP for a Student with ASD
Sunday, October 11, 2009 - Family Event - Country Lane Tree Farm
October 28 & 29: Tackling the Uncomfortable: Teaching Sexuality
and Relationships to Individuals on the Autism Spectrum - Melissa Dubie
November 11 & 12: The ECLIPSE Model: Building Global Skills That
Improve Social and Behavioral Functioning for Individuals with Asperger
Syndrome and PDD NOS - Sherry Moyer
December 2 & 3: How to Get Your Child with Autism to Sleep so You Can Sleep, too - Kim Renner
United Way time - Please designate to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio
- Autism Society of SE Ohio
- Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)
Upcoming Events:
- Monday Oct. 5, 2009 or Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 - Mental Health/Juvenile Justice Training/Workshop for Parents and Families, Massillon
- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 - DR TONY ATTWOOD to speak in Cincinnati Area
- 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
- Saturday, October 10, 2009 - Gluten-Free Taste Fair, Akron, Solon
- Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - Transition Fair, Stow
- October 15, 2009, Columbus; October 19, 2009, Independence; October 20, 2009, Boardman - Workshop: Effective Strategies for Classroom Behavior Management
- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: Where the Wild Things Are, Solon
- October 15, 2009, Columbus; October 19, 2009,
Independence; October 20, 2009, Boardman - Workshop: Effective
Strategies for Classroom Behavior Management
- October 21, 2009 - Tools for Parent Success A Series of Seven Workshops for Parents of School-Age Children with Disabilities
- Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Northeast Ohio College Fair for Students with Learning Differences
- Friday, October 23, 2009 - Tools for Today and Tomorrow Conference for Families and Professionals Caring for Children with Chronic Illnesses and/or Disabilities, Cleveland
- Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Dine Out With Your Family, Cleveland
- Sunday, October 25, 2009- Be Prepared: Practical Behavior Plans, Cleveland Area
- Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - Conference: "Health Reform for People with Disabilities", Columbus
- Wednesday, October 28, 2009, Educational Forum, “Understanding Autism”, Case Medical Center, Cleveland
- November 10, 2009 - Guiding Students Through Transition, Wadsworth
- Sunday, November 15. 2009- Tools for Encouraging Communication, Cleveland Area
- November 18, 2009, Understanding The Evaluation Team Report (ETR) & Process, Toledo
- November 18-19, 2009 - Career Planning for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Columbus
- Friday, November 20, 2009 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy – Its Efficacy and Safety in the Treatment of Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Traumatic Brain Injury, Webinar
- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: The Princess and the Frog, Solon
General News, Articles, Information:
- Article: Case Western Reserve prof wins grant to study method for teaching autistic kids
- Wrights Law September 29 Newsletter
- Article: Autistic Traits: A Plus for Many Careers
- Article: Surfer Marzo rides the waves of the ocean and autism
- DD Quarterly Newsletter - Fall 2009
- Ohio Teacher uses Video games to aid motor skills of students with special needs
- Bill Goodyear: Asperger Coach Newsletter
- Latest Newsletter from the Autism Research Institute
Books, Resources, Products:
- From About.com: Intro to Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Web Conference for Educators: "Violence, Threats & Fighting: Stop Male Bullying in Your School Now"
- Book Review: Empowered Autism Parenting By William Stillman
- Book: "How do I teach this kid?"
- Latest Newsletter from Milestones, Cleveland
ASO is now posting all research opportunities on our website. For information on available opportunities, visit our webpage www.autismohio.org, click on "Information" along the left side of the home page and then click on "Studies/Surveys". CHECK OUT NEW LISTINGS AND OPPORTUNITIES!
DONATE TO ASO! To support the efforts of the ASO, click here:
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web: www.autismohio.org
News From ASO:
Budget Update
Information provided by Lisa Dodge of Sean P. Dunn and Associates, a lobbyist who works with ASO pro bono:
• There are several court cases passed, pending or on appeal which could impact the size and nature of the budget corrections bill which is expected some time this fall.
• The worst case scenario in terms of a budget hole/shortfall for the current 2010-2011 operating budget could be as high as $1.5 billion.
Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) = $933 million
• Governor plans to have VLTs up and running by May 2010 in order to meet the state’s budget projections.
1. Track owners faced a September 15th deadline for submitting the first of five $13 million licensing payments to the lottery – only two tracks (Northfield Park, Cleveland and Raceway Park, Toledo) met the deadline. However, all seven tracks submitted an initial $100,000 application fee.
• Supreme Court presented with three cases regarding VLTs:
1. Supreme Court ruled in late September that LetOhioVote.org has 90-days in which to circulate petitions in an attempt to put the question of expanded gambling through the Ohio Lottery before voters in the November 2, 2010 general election.
2. The Ohio Roundtable filed a lawsuit questioning “the unconstitutional expansion of the Ohio Lottery into the commercial use of slot machines at Ohio’s racetracks.”
3. The Ohio Christian Alliance and 3 House Republicans (Amstutz, Adams and Morgan) filed a lawsuit alleging constitutional violations both with the processing of the biennial budget (HB 1) that contained related language and the administrative approach to expanding the scope of the Ohio Lottery.
Grocers/Commercial Activities Tax = as high as $400-$500 million
• The Ohio Supreme Court upheld the commercial activity tax on food which had been challenged by the Ohio Grocers Association. (This is a huge victory for the state and its budget solvency.)
Unclaimed Funds = unknown but believed to be in the hundreds of millions
• A Franklin County Common Pleas Judge ruled in 2006 and the Supreme Court upheld in April 2009 that Ohioans who recovered unclaimed funds held by the state are entitled to interest.
Tobacco Funds = $258 million
• A Franklin County court ruled that the state is not entitled to use the tobacco funds as they did in HB 1 – Operating Budget. The state has appealed the ruling.
State Revenues
• Income Tax Revenues and a boost in auto sales (likely spurred by the “Cash for Clunkers” program) have kept the state coffers in the black so far in FY 2010 – this despite a slump in sales tax figures.
More information will be available soon but during his press conference, the Governor indicated the “budget is not in balance today” and, in order to avoid a sales tax increase or cuts to primary and secondary education of $851 million, he is proposing to postpone the last phase of the income tax reduction proposed for 2009-2010 – the tax rates will remain at 2008 levels.
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New Draft Funding Disclosure Document Available for Comment from ODE
As you are aware, HB 1 requires ODE to develop a new form, PAthway to Student Success, to replace the SF-3 as the document that provides information regarding state funding for each school district. The new PASS form is to be available in a format “understandable to the average citizen.” ODE has been working to develop the summary PASS form and we are soliciting feedback prior to finalizing the new format. We hope to have the PASS form in use within the next several weeks. If you would like to review the draft, it is available on the ODE web site for comment. Click here
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ODE Website Highlights Impact of Budget on Education
This website from ODE Highlights the impact of the budget language on education in Ohio:
Click here
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Information from ODJFS provided at the request of the ARC of Ohio:
We have received calls expressing concern about changes to the Ohio Home Care and Transitions MR/DD Waivers and the ability to receive nursing services in school. There have been NO changes made to the Ohio Home Care or Transitions MR/DD Waivers. Additionally, no changes have been made to Private Duty Nursing.
As you know, regular revisions are made to individual waiver service plans based upon periodic review and as a need arises. However, Medicaid services, including all waiver services, are never reduced or stopped without proper written notice that describes your right to object and request a Medicaid Fair Hearing.
Background:
Although no changes are being made to the waiver, ODE and Medicaid are implementing a new Medicaid School Program (MSP), so we can reimburse city, local, and exempted village school districts, state schools, and community schools for specific services such as Nursing, OT, PT, Speech, etc. These services must be included in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) of a Medicaid eligible child. The school is mandated to provide these services in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) regardless of whether or not the student is enrolled on a Medicaid waiver or the availability of Medicaid funds. This is very good news. ODE, ODJFS, and the schools have been working for quite some time to get this new funding mechanism up and running.
We recognize that there can be some confusion when a new program starts. We offer the following information, but also recognize that more discussion and guidance may be needed.
• Schools have the responsibility for the provision of services under IDEA.
• ODJFS has responsibility for the provision of Medicaid covered services under a home and community based waiver .
• There seems to be misunderstanding about the impact the new reimbursement system for schools will have on the services obtained via the waiver program.
• There is NO deadline or official date by which services must be transitioned; if a transition has been planned for and agreed to by the family or consumer.
• Critical components of our waiver program are case management and appropriate service planning. As waiver service plans are reviewed, our case management vendor, CareStar, will be working with children and their families to assure the health and safety of each child by determining the best way to meet his or her individual medical needs while accessing the educational system.
• Each child's service needs will be reviewed during the normal course of their service planning process. Remember, children and their parents are an integral part of the service planning process and retain all rights to appeal.
Again, additional discussion may be needed, but we wanted to get this information to you in order
to allay any immediate concerns you may have. If you have any questions, please contact the
Bureau of Community Services Policy at (614) 466-6742.
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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
Secretary of Education Arne Duncan is calling for NCLB rewrite by early 2010
http://www.usatoday.com/news/education/2009-09-23-duncan-education-reform_N.htm
From the Disability Policy Collaboration:
Health Care Reform
The Senate Finance Committee began to mark up the America's Healthy Future Act of 2009
* Addition of the Community First Choice Option (CFC) to the package. The CFC Option would allow states to provide individuals with disabilities who are eligible for Medicaid institutional settings with a broad array of community-based services and supports. Services under this option would include supports to assist individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), and health-related tasks through hands-on assistance, supervision, or cueing. States choosing to use the CFC Option would enjoy a 6 percent increase in the federal Medicaid match rate. The Option would sunset after 5 years. This provision was added by Chairman Max Baucus (D-MT) as part of his modifications to the Chairman's Mark. Senator Schumer (D-NY) had submitted the provision as a proposed amendment, but did not need to offer it during the Committee mark-up since it was included in the Chairman's modified Mark. Advocates believe that the CFC Option would support the Olmstead decision and help address state waiting lists by giving people the choice to leave facilities and institutions for their own homes and communities with appropriate, cost effective services and supports.
* An elimination of Medicare Part D co-pays for dual eligibles (those who receive both Medicare and Medicaid benefits) residing in home and community based settings and covered under Sec. 1115 and 1915 waiver programs. This amendment was offered by Sens. Bill Nelson (D-FL), Jeff Bingaman (D-NM) and Jay Rockefeller (D-WV).
Education
Department of Education Secretary Arne Duncan announced the beginning of the Administration's development of legislation that will replace the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB). The Secretary expects various ways the public and school officials will be able to provide input into the process. The Congress is not expected to begin consideration of NCLB reauthorization until next year.
The National Governors Association Center for Best Practices and the Council of Chief State School Officers released a first draft of their Common Core State Standards Initiative. These standards are aimed at identifying the knowledge and skills necessary at high school graduation to succeed in college or workforce training. Comments will be accepted by October 21. The Standards can be accessed at:
www.corestandards.org
Support the Community First Choice Option and the CLASS Plan - Take Action
The Autism Society of America Supports both of these initiatives! To get more information on this legislation and/or to take action, visit:
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Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
Autism Society of America
National Children's Health Survey Report Finds Autism Prevalence Now 1 in 91
Autism Society Calls for Answers to Crisis Now
Bethesda, MD (October 5, 2009) -- A national report released today in
the journal Pediatrics reveals that 1 percent of U.S. children ages
3-17 have an autism spectrum disorder, an estimated prevalence of one
in every 91 children. This is a dramatic increase from the one in 150
prevalence rates currently reported.
“This national study charts a dramatic rise in the prevalence of autism
in the United States and we applaud this administration’s recognition
that autism is an urgent public health priority,” said Autism Society
President and CEO Lee Grossman. “But families today are asking: how
high must these prevalence rates rise before the nation responds?
Significant resources must be directed toward screening and diagnosis,
affordable interventions that treat the whole person and comprehensive
education plans to foster lifelong skill development so that people
with autism will have the ability to work and live independently.”
The report, entitled “Prevalence of Parent-Reported Diagnosis of Autism
Spectrum Disorder Among Children in the US,” published in today’s issue
of Pediatrics, was conducted by the Department of Health and Human
Services National Survey of Children’s Health, using data from the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The report was conducted
via a telephone survey of over 78,000 parents, and determined a point
prevalence of 110 per 10,000 respondents, roughly 1 percent of the
population of children in the United States.
On a constituent call to discuss the report, the CDC reported that its
initial analysis of the Autism and Developmental Delay Monitoring
project data, due out later this fall, confirm the 1 percent figure.
This report will also contain more data on age of diagnosis, groups
affected, and access to interventions.
The increasing numbers have long-term economic costs to the country, as
autism is a chronic medical condition affecting people across the
lifespan. “Lifespan services, particularly for adults, are typically
inadequate and inappropriate,” Grossman stated. “This new data should
be a call to action to the government to improve and increase services
and supports first.”
The Autism Society has been working with Congress on several key bills,
which have stalled. “The information in this new report highlights the
pressing need for additional services, support and treatments for
families affected by autism spectrum disorders,” said Senator Dick
Durbin (D-IL). “My bill, the Autism Treatment Acceleration Act, will
help children and adults with autism gain better access to coordinated
services, improve training for professionals treating these disorders,
and will relieve the financial burden on the millions of families
struggling with this disability.”
This bill, if funded, would provide funding for applied research into
effective interventions, the first ever demonstration grants on adult
services, create an adult prevalence study, and fund family support and
information networks.
“Autism affects millions of American families, and the cost of
diagnosis, early intervention, and treatment imposes a heavy burden on
most of them,” said Congressman Mike Doyle (D-PA), co-chair of the
Congressional Autism Caucus. “This legislation, the Autism Treatment
Acceleration Act of 2009, would improve the dissemination of
information between autism researchers and service providers, improve
training for professionals treating autism spectrum disorders, and
mandate that health insurers cover the diagnosis and treatment of
autism spectrum disorders. Enactment of this legislation would do a lot
to help millions of American families.”
“The increase in the reported prevalence of autism across the nation
testifies to the urgency of executing a comprehensive strategy in
response to this public health emergency,” said Congressman Chris Smith
(R-NJ), co-chair of the Congressional Autism Caucus. “For its part,
Congress must ensure robust funding to support aggressive programs of
research, education, and services. Furthermore, Congress needs to enact
additional legislation, such as the Autism Treatment Acceleration Act
of 2009, that will establish the infrastructure and mechanisms for
delivering appropriate services across the lifespan to individuals with
autism and their families. We must look to maximize the reach and
impact of our investments and activities by closely coordinating
government efforts with those of national advocacy organizations, such
as the Autism Society.”
For more information or to schedule interviews, please contact Autism
Society Media Specialist Carin Yavorcik at 419-787-8146 or
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, or Autism Society Vice President of
Constituent Relations Marguerite Kirst Colston at 240-672-4734 or
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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, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
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The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland
P.O. Box 41066Brecksville, Ohio 44141
(216) 556-4937
www.asgc.org
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Monday October 5, 2009 - Presentation: New IEP Forms
6:30 - 8:30 PM - Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Drive, Independence, OH 44131, Time: 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 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are
Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Fall Hay Ride at Luther Farms
The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland & Autism Speaks
Invites all children, teens and adults with ASD and their families to attend a
Fall Hay Ride at Luther Farms
5150 Alger Road, Richfield, OH 44256
On Saturday, October 17, 2009
6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Admission: $7.00 per person at the door
Please join The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland and Autism Speaks
on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 6:00 PM till 8:30 PM at Luther Farm,
5150 Alger Road, Richfield, OH 44256 for a wonderful evening with a
hayride, pumpkin launch, camp fire, petting zoo and cider. The event
is open to all children, teens and adults with autism spectrum
disorders and their families.
Admission is only $7.00 per person payable at the farm. Please RSVP to the ASGC at (216) 556-4937 or
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with the number of people attending by October 12, 2009. This event
will be held rain or shine. Any individual requiring supervision or
assistance must be accompanied by a parent/guardian during the entire
event.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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
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. 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.
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
10:00 AM
Please join us to view “The Princess and the Frog” 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.
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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
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
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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
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Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are
Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
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Autism Society of Dayton
P.O. Box 1013
Miamisburg, OH 45343
206-984-5760
Thursday, October 15, 2009 - Using Assistive Technology to Allow Individuals With Disabilities to Reach Their Fullest Potential
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
LOCATION: Miami Valley Regional Center
4801 Springfield St.
Dayton, OH 45431
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Free and open to the public.
Sorry, we cannot accommodate children.
Join us as we welcome Kevin and Diana Leonard from Goodwill/Easter Seals Miami Valley ~ Assistive Technology Services, Kevin's Canine Companion, Harley, and Shawn McCullough, Western Ohio Sales Consultant for Dynavox Technologies.
We will view a brief video presentation about the many uses of assistive technology, both high-tech and low-tech, and how AT can help individual with disabilities reach their full potential.
Participants will:
· have the opportunity to learn about the Assistive Technology Services Lending Library and how to have a free membership through 2010
· learn about the newly remodeled Lending Library and new children's area
· learn what's new in Assistive Technology
· get a demonstration of how some of the devices work and have a chance to try them for yourselves
· receive free information & catalogs for the various AT companies
· receive a free copy of OCALI's AT Guide (116 pages) sent electronically - email required
We will also be discussing service animals, specifically Canine Companions for Independence (CCI), which is where Kevin got Harley, and how your individual with disabilities can get a CCI dog at no charge.
Information on the other services for individuals with disabilities available through Goodwill/Easter Seals will also be discussed.
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.
Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton: Clck HERE
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Autism Society of NW Ohio4848 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, October 6, 2009 Seneca County Support
Time:6:30 - 8:00 pm
Location:
Early Childhood Center
801 Kirk Street
Fostoria, OH 44830
Contact: Jessica Weisenauer
419-436-1898
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Linell Weinberg of the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio will be talking
about information for para-pro's and answering any questions that
parents or other family members may have. Meeting time will run from
6:30- 8 pm., with childcare being provided.
Thursday, October 8, 2009 - Sandusky County Support Group
The first support group for the fall will be held on:
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location:
4171 Cr 27
Helena, Ohio 43435
Children are welcome to come and play in the play area! The space is
all open so parents can help keep an eye on their children.
The group will be discussing topics of interest to be covered at future
meetings along with what dates and times work best for everyone.
For more information please contact Cheryl Miller at 419-638-2824.
Saturday, October 10, 2009 - How to Write a Good IEP for a Student with ASD
Sponsored by the Northwest Ohio Regional Autism Advisory Council
8:00-8:30 Registration
8:30-8:45 Welcome Introductions
8:45-11:45 ASD and the IEP, Donna Owens & Lisa Combs,
Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence
11:45-1:00 Lunch on your own
1:00-2:00 Putting the IEP Together, Andie Ryley,
Mary Murray & Ellen Williams
2:00-2:15 Break
2:15-3:30 Family Empowerment and Advocacy, Linell Weinberg
Autism Society Northwest Ohio
$15.00 professional, $10.00 for parents & students
Location: Central Middle School
200 West Main Cross
Findlay, Ohio
Findlay High School is located off of Interstate 75, Exit 159
Make Checks Payable to Putnam County Educational Service Center
Mail Checks and Registration (Name, phone, email, county) to :
Autism Society of Northwest Ohio
4848 Dorr Suite 1
Toledo, Ohio 43615
Special Thanks to Hancock County Board of DD, Findlay City Schools &
Conference Planning Committee (Andie Ryley, Linell Weinberg, Mary Murray and Ellen Williams)
Questions? email asno.org@bex.net
Sunday, October 11, 2009 - Family Event - Country Lane Tree Farm
Fall Festival at Country Lane Tree Farm
Join Autism Society families for a fun-filled day of fall activities!
Date: Sunday, October 11, 2009
Time: 1 – 4 pm
Location:
Country Lane Tree Farm
3525 North Bolander Rd.
Genoa, Ohio
Admission: $8 per person, payable at the door to the farm (children 2
and under and military - free)
Admission includes:
-Guided tour of the farm: leaving at 2:00 pm (takes about 2 ½
hours)
-Animal feeding and cow milking
-Hayride to the 10 acre pumpkin patch: free pie-sized pumpkin
-Sponge Bob and Patrick corn mazes
-Indoor straw maze with slides
-Barrel train ride
-Pony ride (under 120lb)
-Corn canon
These amenities will also be available: Playground, quiet area, snack
shop, and craft barn! Stop by the Autism Society’s table at the
entrance to check in.
Prime your child with a virtual tour of the farm. We’ve primed
the staff that people with autism will be attending that day!
http://www.countrylanetreefarm.com/virtual_tour.htm
Please RSVP with your name, phone number, and the number of people
attending to 419-578-2766 or asno.org@bex.net by October 5.
October 28 & 29: Tackling the Uncomfortable: Teaching Sexuality and Relationships to Individuals on the Autism Spectrum - Melissa Dubie
November 11 & 12: The ECLIPSE Model: Building Global Skills That Improve Social and Behavioral Functioning for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and PDD NOS - Sherry Moyer
December 2 & 3: How to Get Your Child with Autism to Sleep so You Can Sleep, too - Kim Renner
Upcoming Practical Solutions Seminars! More info to follow, check our website at www.asno.org
United Way time - Please designate to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio
The United Way has started their 2009 workplace campaign. When you
donate to the United Way, if you do not designate where you want your
money to go, United Way volunteers and staff will decide for you. The
United Way has certain priorities for their community fund and autism
is not one of them. This means we do not receive any United Way money
beyond what you designate to us.We understand it is a tough time for
many individuals. It is also a tough time for non-profits like the
Autism Society of Northwest Ohio. If you are able, and you would like
your United Way dollars to go to help improve the lives of people with
autism, please designate to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio. You
can do this by writing us in on the pledge form.
Under Choose How You Want to Invest in Your Community, choose Option C:
OTHER INVESTMENT United Way programs and initiatives (listed
on reverse) or another United Way or local 501(c)3 health and human
service nonprofit.
We are another local 501(c)3 health and human service
nonprofit. Write in the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio in
Toledo, OH. If you use the online pledge form, ask the Human Resources
Department of your company or call the United Way, 419-248-2424.
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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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Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)
1749 S. Racoon Rd.
Austintown, OH 44515
(330) 720-2066
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Upcoming Events, Conferences:
Monday Oct. 5, 2009 or Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009 - Mental Health/Juvenile Justice Training/Workshop for Parents and Families, Massillon
The Ohio Federation for Children’s Mental Health
presents
A FREE Mental Health/Juvenile Justice Training/Workshop for Parents and Families
Approximately 70% of youth involved in the juvenile justice system
have a diagnosable mental health / behavioral health concern.
Monday Oct. 5, 2009
or
Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2009
8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Breakfast and Lunch provided
R.G. Drage Training Center
6805 Richville Dr SW Massillon, OH 44646
To REGISTER call Marjorie Cook at 330.606.8799
www.OhioFederation.org
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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:
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 800-489-0727
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General Conference October 9th-10th, 2009 • Pre-Conference institutes (Optional) October 7th and/or 8th, 2009
For more info see:
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Saturday, October 10, 2009 - Gluten-Free Taste Fair
Noon to 4 p.m. Click HERE
Mustard Seed Market & Café, Ohio's largest locally owned natural and organic foods market, is hosting a delicious sampling of foods for this special-needs diet at both of its locations in Akron and Solon. Enjoy samples of all kinds of gluten-free fare, along with guest speakers and local support groups to learn more about health concerns for those members of our families who are gluten-intolerant or have Celiac Disease (CD). CD arises when the lining of the small bowel becomes damaged from exposure to gluten, the protein found in wheat, barley and rye.
Being held at both locations:
Montrose
West Market Plaza
3885 W. Market St.
Akron, Ohio 44333
330.666.SEED (7333)
1.888.476.2379
FAX: 330.666.4892
Solon
Uptown Solon Shopping Center
6025 Kruse Drive
Solon, OH 44139
440.519.FOOD (3663)
1.877.496.FOOD (3663)
Office Fax: 440.519.0623
Food Service Fax: 440.519.1591
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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 14-16, 2009 - 41st Annual Professional, Advocates, Resources (PAR) Convention
It's a Jungle Out There: Get the Tools You Need to Survive
October 14-16, 2009 at the Embassy Suites in Dublin, OH
Keynote Speaker Bob Nelson - On A Mission to Motivate
Some of the Breakout sessions include: Autism, Advocacy, DD Clients in the Court System, Adult Service Programs, Private and Public Day Habs, Monitoring Individual Finances, Community Employment, Medication Administration, Self-Determination, Living Life to the Fullest, Dementia, Guardianship, Arrests and the Criminal Justice System, How To Be Safe, Prescription Medications, Behavior Support, Overview of the System, OPERS
Earn up to 19 credit hours!
Don’t forget to tell families and individuals about the PAR convention since the cost to them is very reasonable.
For convention information the booklet and schedule is available on our website at www.par-ohio.org
Convention Highlights include:
breakout sessions, networking event, evening activities, silent auction,
vendors, artist showcase & awards luncheon
For more convention information visit our website at www.par-ohio.org
PAR Office 419-522-6207
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Embassy Suites Hotel ~ 614-790-9000 make your sleeping room reservation under PAR to get the PAR rate!
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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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Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: Where the Wild Things Are, Solon
Monarch Center for Autism and Cleveland Cinemas are hosting a unique movie viewing experience for families with children and adolescents with Autism.
Join us for private showings of three animated movies, which will be especially adapted for lights and sound. Children are encouraged to bring personal sensory support items and special snacks, (the theater’s concession stand will be open as well).
Time: Movie begins promptly at 10 a.m., without trailers and ads.
Please arrive by 9:45 a.m. to buy tickets and select seats.
Where: Solon Theaters
6185 Enterprise Parkway
Solon 44139
440-564-2034
Price: tickets are $5.50 each
To prepare your child with for the movie, we created a social story which is available at
For more information please contact Karin Hess-Hopkins at Monarch School at (216)320-8658
Please pass this on or better yet, bring your family. We need a minimum number of tickets.
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October 21, 2009 - Tools for Parent Success A Series of Seven Workshops for Parents of School-Age Children with Disabilities
Presented by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc.
Session 1 A Walk thru the New IEP (Individual Education Plan) Speaker: Lynn Mielnik, State Support Team Region 1
Date: October 21, 2009
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Location:
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608 in the Auditorium near the main lobby
for more information contact The Arc of Lucas Co at 419-882-0941
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Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Northeast Ohio College Fair for Students with Learning Differences
6-9pm, Corporate College, 4400 Richmond Rd., Warrensville Htsl, OH 44128. Evening will include breakout sessions for parents and students and the Opportunity to meet with College Reps. For more information, contact Edward G. Flegel, Secondary Transition Consultant, State Support Team Region 3, 216.446.3819,
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Friday, October 23, 2009 - Tools for Today and Tomorrow Conference for Families and Professionals Caring for Children with Chronic Illnesses and/or Disabilities, Cleveland
Please join Attorneys Franklin Hickman, Janet Lowder, and Judith Saltzman of Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A., as they present at the 2009 Tools for Today and Tomorrow Conference for Families and Professionals Caring for Children with Chronic Illnesses and/or Disabilities. Click HERE for more information. This will be held on October 23, from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Cleveland State University Cole Center for Continuing Education. Gain new insights and strategies, gather valuable information, and feel uplifted. No one will leave without making important connections with others. Hickman & Lowder is sponsoring 10 individual scholarships to this conference. If you are interested in this opportunity, please e-mail me directly and include your telephone number. Scholarships will be awarded on a first come, first served basis. Recipients will be notified by phone.
Jill M. Fowler
Director of Administration
www.hickman-lowder.com
Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A.
1300 E. 9th Street, Suite 1020
Cleveland, OH 44114
216.861.0360
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Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Dine Out With Your Family, Cleveland
Monarch Center for Autism A Division of Bellefaire JCB
Second Annual
We are inviting families who have children with autism spectrum disorder to join us for an exclusive dining out experience!
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
For families like yours with children on the autism spectrum, dining can pose an array of challenges. Many children and adolescents with autism may never get the opportunity to join their parents or siblings at a restaurant - until now. We are organizing a lunch specifically for families of children with autism at John Q’s Steakhouse downtown,55 PUBLIC SQUARE CLEVELAND, OH 44113 216-861-0900. Special accomodations will be made for your children, such as sensory areas. There is a registration fee of $20. This fee will reserve a space for your family and will be returned at the restaurant. It is not refundable in the event of a no-show. A minimum registration is required to conduct this event. Please register by returning the slip below, with your $20 registration fee, no later than October 16th. Call Karin Hess-Hopkins for further information and to register: (216) 320-8658 or email at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Sunday, October 25, 2009- Be Prepared: Practical Behavior Plans, Cleveland Area
* Learn how to develop a plan to deal with behaviors so that you are not always responding in the moment but rather are being proactive.
* Learn how to encourage positive behaviors and reduce inappropriate behaviors.
From Milestones. For complete information,
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - Conference: "Health Reform for People with Disabilities", Columbus
Health Reform for People with Disabilities
Health care reform is the talk of the nation and people with disabilities have a big stake in the current debate to make quality, affordable health care available for all.
Why is this issue so important? Major health care reform must address the needs of more than 54 million Americans with disabilities, such as: • Pre-existing conditions • Affordability • Portability • Preventive services • Cost caps • Long-term care
People with disabilities are uniquely qualified to speak about chronic conditions, and the inefficiencies and exclusions of the current health care system. People with disabilities and advocates should bring solutions to the table that strengthen health care efforts for all. Join us on October 27!
Co-hosts: Nisonger Center, The Ohio State University Ohio Legal Rights Service University Center of Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, University of Cincinnati
Tuesday, October 27, 2009 Hyatt Regency Hotel, 350 N. High Street, 2nd Floor, Columbus OH 43215
For more information or to register, contact:
AXIS Center Phone: 614-263-8076
249 East Cooke Rd. Fax: 614-262-8124
Columbus OH 43214 Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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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 10, 2009 - Guiding Students Through Transition, Wadsworth
Two Critical Topics for Educators:
√ Legal Issues In The Classroom
√ Planning for Successful Secondary Transition
The Galaxy 201 Park Centre Drive, Wadsworth, Ohio
$60/person
$50/person when 3 or more people are registered at
one time from the same school district or organization
For detailed conference information and registration go to
www.gtcbsa.org/LearningForLife/LFLSeminar.pdf
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Sunday, November 15. 2009- Tools for Encouraging Communication, Cleveland Area
* Learn how to use a variety of visual supports
* Learn how to create motivation to communicate
* Learn how to encourage communication in the natural environment
From Milestones. For complete information,
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November 18, 2009, Understanding The Evaluation Team Report (ETR) & Process, Toledo
Tanya Braden, Ed.S.
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Participants will gain functional knowledge about what the ETR is, its function in the IEP process, and how it is used.“To
catch the reader's attention, place an interesting sentence or quote from the story here.”
Parents of school-age children with disabilities who receive special education services. Educators and professionals who
serve children with disabilities.
Presented by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc, Funding is provided by: Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Presented at: St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608
in the Auditorium near the main lobby
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website www.arclucas.org
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
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Friday, November 20, 2009 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy – Its Efficacy and Safety in the Treatment of Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Traumatic Brain Injury, Webinar
3:15 PM – 4:05 PM
http://www.epliveonline.com/wcd_2009.html
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Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: The Princess and the Frog, Solon
Monarch Center for Autism and Cleveland Cinemas are hosting a unique movie viewing experience for families with children and adolescents with Autism.
Join us for private showings of three animated movies, which will be especially adapted for lights and sound. Children are encouraged to bring personal sensory support items and special snacks, (the theater’s concession stand will be open as well).
Time: Movie begins promptly at 10 a.m., without trailers and ads.
Please arrive by 9:45 a.m. to buy tickets and select seats.
Where: Solon Theaters
6185 Enterprise Parkway
Solon 44139
440-564-2034
Price: tickets are $5.50 each
To prepare your child with for the movie, we created a social story which is available at www.bellefairejcb.org/monarch
For more information please contact Karin Hess-Hopkins at Monarch School at (216)320-8658 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Please pass this on or better yet, bring your family. We need a minimum number of tickets.
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General News, Articles, Information:
Alliance to Prevent Restraint, Aversive Interventions and Seclusion Survey
Deadline: October 12, 2009
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KnCDtCkJDWAiaZRbNJ6BMA_3d_3d
APRAIS, The Alliance to Prevent Restraint, Aversive Interventions and Seclusion, is a coalition of 16 national disability advocacy organizations. We are conducting this survey of parents and guardians to establish the extent to which restraint, seclusion and aversive procedures have been used with students with disabilities and special needs (whether served under IDEA or under section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act) in public or private schools or in residential facilities.
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Article: Case Western Reserve prof wins grant to study method for teaching autistic kids
http://www.crainscleveland.com/article/20090925/FREE/909259974
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Wrights Law September 29 Newsletter
http://www.wrightslaw.com/nltr/09/nl.0929.htm
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Article: Autistic Traits: A Plus for Many Careers
http://autism.about.com/od/transitioncollegejobs/p/autismskills.htm
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Article: Surfer Marzo rides the waves of the ocean and autism
http://www.usatoday.com/sports/action/2009-09-27-marzo-surfer-autism-aspergers_N.htm
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DD Quarterly Newsletter - Fall 2009
Text version: http://olrs.ohio.gov/ddq/DDQfall09.htm
PDF version: http://olrs.ohio.gov/ddq/DDQfall09.pdf
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Ohio Teacher uses Video games to aid motor skills of students with special needs" Click HERE
Bill Goodyear: Asperger Coach Newsletter
http://www.billgoodyear.org/index.php/resources/newsletter/september-2009?showall=1
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Latest Newsletter from the Autism Research Institute Click HERE
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Books, Resources, Products:
Book: Teach Toileting - A Revolutionary Approach for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Other Special Needs (Paperback)
Click HERE
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From About.com: Intro to Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
from Lisa Jo Rudy
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA is one of the oldest and probably the best-researched non-medical autism treatment available. But many people feel it's too intense, too rigid, or too expensive for their child. Is ABA right for your child and your family? Read on to find out more.
Behavioral Analysis (ABA) and Autism
Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) is one of the oldest and most widely used treatments for autism. What is it? How does it work? Is ABA the right therapy for your child with autism?
Can ABA Cure Autism?
Personal memoirs suggest that intensive ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) can "recover" autistic children, but scientists say there is, at present, no cure for autism. Which is true? Researchers at the Lovaas Institute, developers of the ABA approach for autistic children, answer this question.
How Much ABA is Enough?
According to the literature, autistic children should receive 40 hours a week of ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis). Is so much therapy really necessary?
Can a Child Be Too "High Functioning" for ABA?
Applied Behavioral Analysis is often recommended for children who are more profoundly disabled, and/or non-verbal. Parents of higher-functioning autistic children are told that their child is "too functional" for ABA. In fact, say the professionals at the Lovaas Institute, ABA is helpful for autistic people at all levels.
©2009 by Lisa Jo Rudy
Used with permission of About, Inc., which can be found online at
©2009 About.com, Inc., a part of The New York Times Company. All rights reserved
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Web Conference for Educators: "Violence, Threats & Fighting: Stop Male Bullying in Your School Now"
Thursday October 15, 2009 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET
http://www.pbconferences.com/LE/0/2/p2UB1Kc/p3DPBK1Si/p0e
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Book Review: Empowered Autism Parenting By William Stillman
Click HERE
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Book: "How do I teach this kid?"
http://www.nlconcepts.com/autism-howteach.htm
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Latest Newsletter from Milestones, Cleveland
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