Dear Friend of The Autism Society of Ohio:
NOTE: The ASO DIGEST is going to a "headline"
format. This email newletter contains only headlines of stories. The
complete newsletter with the full stories associated with each headline
is posted to the Autism Society of Ohio website at www.autismohio.org. Just visit www.autismohio.org, scroll down the home page and click on the "newspaper" icon under the heading "ASO Weekly Digest". OR sign up to
receive your own copy by "registering" on the "login" section of ASO's
homepage. Complete information on each item listed follows the
signature.
News From ASO:
- OSU Nisonger Center: Parent Training Program Helps Children with Autism
- Federal Update/Alerts
Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
- Autism Society of America
Annual call for submissions to the Autism Society online art exhibit
- Autism Society of Greater Akron
Thursday, December 3, 2009 - Christmas Meet & Greet
Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - Christmas Party
- Autism Society of Central Ohio
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2
- Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2
- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland
Saturday, December 5, 2009 - Holiday Party,
Monday, December 7, 2009 - “ABA” Therapy, Independence
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - Darla Motil from The Achievement Centers for Children, Avon Lake
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
Saturday, December 19 at 10:00 AM “Elf”
Monday, January 4, 2010 - Darla Motil from The Achievement Centers for Children, Independence
Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2
Monday, January 11, 2010 8:30 AM till 3:30 PM - Teacher/Related Professional/Parent Training with Dr. James Ball.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010- Jennifer Might, MA, BCBA Owner of Steps Behavioral Consulting, Avon Lake
February 3, 2010 - Autism Risk & Safety Management Training for First Responders - Help Spread the Word
Sunday, February 7, 2010 Super Bowl XLIV Party
December, 2009 newsletter Now Available
- Autism Society of Dayton
Friday December 11, 2009 - Presentation with Jed Baker, PhD
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - Holiday Party
Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton
- Autism Society of NW Ohio
December 2 & 3: How to Get Your Child with Autism to Sleep so You Can Sleep, too - Kim Renner
Saturday, December 5, 2009 - Sibshop
6th Annual Holiday Party - Sunday, December 6, 2009 2 - 4 pm
December 9, 2009 - Follow-up to Tackling the Uncomfortable: Teaching Sexuality and Relationships to Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum Workshop
Purchase a Fan Club card and Benefit ASNO!
- Autism Society of SE Ohio
- Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)
Upcoming Events:
- Monday, November 30, 2009 - Discussion on Autism, Cleveland (West)
- Monday, November 30, 2009 - Greater Cleveland Asperger Support Meet & Eat
- Tuesday, December 1, 2009 - Webinar: Autism Spectrum Disorder and Employment with Peter Gerhardt
- Tuesday, December 1, 2009 and Thursday, December 3, 2009 - Understanding the New IEP & ETR Forms, Toledo
- Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 - Webcast Opportunity: "Partnering with your Doctor: The Medical Home Approach"
- Thursday, December 3, 2009 - Special Needs Estate Planning, Shaker Heights
- Sunday, December 6 - OASIS MINI SEMINAR - Prentke Romich on Communication Devices
- Tuesday December 8, 2009 - Understanding the DD System with Gary Tonks, Toledo
- Wednesday, December 9, 2009 - Autism Talk at The City Club, Cleveland
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Wednesday, December 9 7:00 pm Understanding emotions for Individuals with DD, Independence
- Thursday, December 10, 2009 - Preparing Your Child for Transition to Adulthood, Shaker Heights
- Friday, December 11, 2009 - Training for Ohioans with Developmental Disabilities, Their Families and Support Staff, Columbus
- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: The Princess and the Frog, Solon
- Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Breakfast with Santa at Hattie Larlham
- Sunday, December 13, 2010 - Santa Paws at Hattie Larlham
- Thursday, January 7, 2010 - Parent's Rights in the Special Education Process, Tallmadge
- Wednesday, January 20, 2010 - How to Write Good IEP Goals Anderia Ryley, M.Ed., Toledo
- Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - Ten Steps to Parent Empowerment Linell Weinberg, M.S.W., Toledo
- Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - Parents’ Rights in the Special Education Process Sandy Brickner, Toledo
- Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - Negotiation Skills -
Key to Successful Communication with Professionals, Honorable Charles
D. Abood, Toledo
- Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Transition from School to Adult Life Chris Filler, Toledo
General News, Articles, Information:
- Articles: FDA approves Abilify for treating children with autism
- Helpful Articles on Managing Behaviors (Biting, Other Difficult Behaviors)
- Article: Asperger Syndrome Job Success Secrets
- Article: Behavior Therapy Plus Medication Most Successful For Kids With Autism
- Article: Toilet Train Your Child with Autism
- Survey: Bullies prey on autistic kids
Books, Resources, Products:
- Your Medical Bills: A Consumers Guide to Coping with Medical Debt
- The Special Ed Advocate, November 24, 2009
- Video on Aspergers: Being Green
- Book: Universal design benefits people of all ages and abilities
- Book: How-to guide for differentiating instruction
- Online tool helps monitor progress in children with autism
- Winter Autism Research Institute Newsletter
- Survey for crime victims with disabilities
- S.C. school to offer college program for students with disabilities
- Rescue Family Grant Program Applications Available Online This Week
- Social Groups at Akron Rotary Camp For Children with Special Needs (ages 6-22)
- Parents create iPhone application for autism caregivers
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: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=7825309
Have you purchased your Ohio Autism Awareness License Plate yet? To purchase yours, visit www.oplates.com and click on "Specialty Plates" or visit our website at www.autismohio.org for more information.
1335 Dublin Rd., Suite 205-C
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 487-4726
fax: (614) 487-4725
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News From ASO:
OSU Nisonger Center: Parent Training Program Helps Children with Autism
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Teaching parents to use
behavior management techniques, along with prescribing medication, reduces
serious behavioral problems in children with pervasive developmental disorders
(PDD), such asautism and Asperger’s disorder, according to a study
conducted by researchers at The Ohio State University Medical Center’s
Nisonger Center.
The study was conducted in conjunction with researchers at Indiana and Yale
universities as part of the National Institute of Mental Health Research Units
on Pediatric Psychopharmacology Autism Network. The findings will be published
in the December issue of the Journal of the American Academy of Child and
Adolescent Psychiatry.
The study included 124 children, ages 4 to 13 years, who had been diagnosed
with PDD accompanied by irritability, tantrums, aggression, or self-injury. All
participants took risperidone, a medication shown to help reduce behavioral
problems sometimes associated with PDD.
While most participating children had fewer tantrums and became less irritable
and aggressive while receiving the medication, the children whose parents also
took part in behavior management therapy showed a significantly greater
reduction in behavioral problems and were able to lower their medication dosage
by 14 percent.
“One reason for trying to lessen the amount of medication is that a common
side effect of risperidone is weight gain. Significant weight gain can lead to
metabolic changes and related health problems,” said lead author Michael
Aman, director of research at the Nisonger Center. “Plus, benefits of
added behavioral treatment increased over time. This is a strong signal that
actively including parents in the treatment of their children with PDD can
substantially enhance the outcomes for these youngsters, and it may improve
family life in general.”
The Nisonger Center was founded in 1966 as an interdisciplinary program of Ohio
State that provides assistance to people with disabilities, families, service
providers and organizations to promote inclusion of people with disabilities in
education, health, employment and community settings. More than 141,000
individuals participate each year in research, educational and clinical
programs at Nisonger Center that exist to help people with developmental
disabilities and their families.
Contact: Gina Bericchia, Medical Center Communications, 614-293-3737, or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
Autism Society of America
Annual call for submissions to the Autism Society online art exhibit
Show others that people with autism can realize their utmost potential! UPLOAD ARTWORK
Last year we inaugurated the Autism Society Online Art Exhibit to
celebrate the creativity and diversity of the autism community — and it
was a smashing success! We hope even more of you will participate this
year, and encourage you to:
1. View the exhibit - http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer?pagename=art_exhibit
2. Upload new art and artist stories - http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer?pagename=art_exhibit_upload
3. Read artists' stories denoted by the blue book icon - http://www.autism-society.org/site/PageServer?pagename=art_exhibit
4. Forward this email to others - http://www.autism-society.org/site/TellAFriend?msgId=20906.0&devId=21641
The Autism Society Online Art Exhibit is just one of the ways we’re
working to help make autism top of mind and to bring about more vital
treatment-guided autism research and enhanced support strategies.
We
look forward to receiving your art submission and to having you visit
our online exhibit that celebrates how people with autism are special
in so many ways.
Thank you again for being a friend and helping us to advance our vital
mission to improve the quality of life for every American affected by
autism, and their families.
Sincerely,
Lee Grossman signature
Lee Grossman
President and CEO
Autism Society member since 1991
Parent of a son with autism
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Autism Society of Greater Akron
Akron, Ohio 44309-2831
330-543-3955
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www.asagreaterakron.com
Thursday, December 3, 2009 - Christmas Meet & Greet
ASPIES Greater Akron Support Group assisting individuals with
Asperger Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, & PDD-NOS
Partnering with
The Autism Society of Greater Akron
Join us for our 2009 Christmas Meet & Greet
It will be a time of socialization, video gaming and more!
(Feel free to bring Wii games, board games, cards, etc.)
Family members welcome -
We ask that each family bring a snack to share.
RSVP to Joy Spencer 330-745-5115 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
so we can be sure to have plenty of food & supplies on hand.
Rooms 5 & 6 (Floor 2) - William Considine Professional Bldg.
(across from Akron Children’s Hospital Main Entrance)
Thursday, December 3rd - 7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - Christmas Party
ASPIES Greater Akron
Support Group assisting parents of children with Asperger Syndrome, high functioning Autism, and PDD/NOS
partnering with The Autism Society of Greater Akron
Join us for our
2009 Christmas Party
We’ll have food, raffle baskets & fun things for the kids to do.
We ask that each family bring a snack to share.
Santa will be presenting small gifts to our kids
(and their siblings), so....
You MUST RSVP by Dec. 5th
To Joy Spencer 330-745-5115 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
(Total number attending with the names & ages of kids!)
William Considine Professional Bldg. (across from Akron Children’s Hospital Main Entrance)
(Rooms 1 & 2 on the bottom floor)
Tues., December 15th - 6:30 - 8:30 pm
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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, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2
10:00 AM Please join us to view “Alvin and the Chipmunks 2” 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
Brecksville, Ohio 44141
(216) 556-4937
www.asgc.org
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Saturday, December 5, 2009 - Holiday Party,
44147 (Lower Hall Rear of Bldg), Noon—3:00 PM., Please join
the ASGC for our 3rd Annual Holiday Party. Lunch will be provided
for everyone. Free gift for every child/teen that attends. Admission
is FREE for children/teens w/ASD and their parents & siblings.
Parents/guardians must accompany children/teens during the entire
event. RSVP is required with the number of adults & ages/gender
of children no later than November 27, 2009 Please call (216) 556-
4937 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Monday, December 7, 2009 - “ABA” Therapy, Independence
Center “ABA” Therapy We welcome Kate Boylan, Director for
Behavioral Intervention Institute of Ohio. Topic ABA therapy.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009 - Darla Motil from The Achievement Centers for Children, Avon Lake
Library, Darla Motil from The Achievement Centers for Children.
Saturday, December 19 at 10:00 AM “Elf” - Holiday Movie Courtesy of AMC Theaters. FREE Admission & Popcorn/Drinks for this movie only. Location is AMC's Ridge Park Square, 4788 Ridge Road, Brooklyn, OH. RSVP is REQUIRED by December 10 for “Elf”. Please call (216) 556-4937 or e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Independence Library, Darla Motil from The Achievement Centers for Children.
Monday, January 11, 2010 8:30 AM till 3:30 PM - Teacher/Related Professional/Parent Training with Dr. James Ball.
“Effective Strategies for working with a person on the autism
spectrum” $50.00 for Professionals, $20.00 for Parents. Box lunch
included. Location; Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Drive,
Independence, OH 44131. RSVP by calling (216) 556-4937.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010- Jennifer Might, MA, BCBA Owner of Steps Behavioral Consulting, Avon Lake
We welcome Jennifer Might, MA, BCBA Owner of Steps Behavioral
Consulting. Topic: Successful classroom inclusion for those with
ASD.
February 3, 2010 - Autism Risk & Safety Management Training for First Responders - Help Spread the Word
The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland is proud to sponsor Autism Risk
& Safety Management Training for all area Police, Fire, First
Responders or Emergency Room Personnel. Dennis Debbaudt, is a well
known presenter throughout the United States. His training video
"Autism & Law Enforcement" is in use by the Department of Homeland
Security, Pennsylvania State Police, NY/NJ Port Authority, Portland,
Cincinnati, Nashville, Philadelphia, Houston, Toledo and Virginia Beach
PD, Palm Beach County Sehriff's office and the MTA New York City
Transit Police and hundreds of other agencies.
Dennis Debbaudt's training and conference sessions offer tips and
options for commnications and responses designed to successfully
resolve a call involving a person with autism or aspergers syndrome.
Everyone will come away with a good practical understanding of the best
approaches when they interact with children and adults who are affected
by autism spectrum disorders.
Please click on the link below to learn more about the Conference that
the ASGC is sponsoring on February 3, 2010, at The City of Independence
Civic Center. Admission is FREE.
We
need your help! Please pass this flyer along to any police, fire or
first responder that you may know. We also need volunteers to help us
make phone calls to the many Police and Fire Stations throughout the
Northeast Ohio area. If you are able to donate a few hours of your
time to help make these calls, please contact us at (216) 556-4937.
Together we can make a difference in the lifes of all those affected by autism. Thank you.
http://www.admail.net/file/6274/9f09/
Sunday, February 7, 2010 Super Bowl XLIV Party
view the Super Bowl Game at The Pepper Mill Pub and Grill, 7011
Mill Rd., Brecksville, OH. Dinner included with soft drinks. 84”
screen. Raffles thru out the evening. Tickets $25 (216) 556-4937.
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Cincinnati, OH 45243-0027
513-561-2300
Fax: 513-561-4748
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www.autismcincy.org
Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog
Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2
10:00 AM Please join us to view “Alvin and the Chipmunks 2” 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.
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Autism Society of Dayton
P.O. Box 1013
Miamisburg, OH 45343
206-984-5760
Friday, December 11, 2009, 8:30 AM- 3:00 PM
Location: Far Hills Community Church
5800 Clyo Rd. Dayton, OH 45459
COST $10.00 parents/DAFEAT members (includes lunch)
$75.00 professionals (includes lunch and CEUs)
Workshop
Description: Students on the autism spectrum often present with
difficulty regulating their feelings and interacting socially. This
workshop describes how to handle meltdowns and design effective
behavior plans to prevent these moments and reduce frustration and
anxiety. The second part of the presentation details strategies to
motivate students to learn, ways to teach social skills, how to
generalize skills into the natural setting and increase acceptance and
tolerance from peers. Information will be imparted though lecture,
interactive exercises, and video clips.
Workshop Outcome objectives:
* To understand the reasons for social skill deficits and disruptive behaviors.
* To learn strategies to deal effectively with meltdowns and be able to
put together an effective behavior plan to prevent frustrations.
* To understand how to put together a social skills training program in schools or at home.
* To learn ways to motivate verbal and non-verbal students to want to socialize.
* To learn several strategies for teaching and generalizing skills.
* To learn how to create programs for typical peers to accept students with disabilities and model positive behaviors.
Participants will learn about...
Understanding
Challenging Behaviors in children with Asperger Syndrome, Autism, NLD,
ADHD, Bipolar disorder, and multiple learning disabilities
Hierarchy of Behavior/Frustration Management Strategies:
a. Relationship building and collaborative problem solving
b. How to deal with meltdowns
c. Creating a prevention plan for repeat problems
d. Designing behavior plans for your students
Social Skills Training
a. Prioritizing skill goals
b. Motivation for training
c. Skill acquisition: strategies to teach skills
d. Generalization strategies
e. Peer sensitivity: lunch buddy, lunch bunch, classroom milieu
f. Skill lessons for your students
Presenter
Information: Jed Baker, Ph.D. is the director of the Social Skills
Training Project, a private organization serving individuals with
autism and social communication problems. He also directs social
skills training for Millburn Public Schools in New Jersey. He is on
the professional advisory board of Autism Today, ASPEN, ANSWER, YAI,
the Kelberman Center and several other autism organizations. In
addition, he writes, lectures, and provides training internationally on
the topic of social skills training and managing challenging
behaviors. He is an award winning author of five books, including
Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Asperger
Syndrome and Social Communication Problems; Preparing for Life: The
Complete Handbook for the Transition to Adulthood for Those with Autism
and Asperger Syndrome; The Social Skills Picture Book; The Social
Skills Picture Book for High School and Beyond; and No More Meltdowns:
Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Out-of-Control
Behavior. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline,
the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel.
To Register, visit: http://www.autism-society.org/site/DocServer/Jed_Baker_Registration_final_pdf.pdf?docID=16402
Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - Holiday Party
We are so pleased to invite you to our first annual Holiday Party!
We have created a website and online registration form for this event.
This event is FREE and open to all families living with autism. Space is limited so register early!
Please click on the link below to register.
http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e2miivl372d15305&oseq=a011sfi7tegeb
If you'd rather have a printable registration form, you can go to our website http://www.autism-society.org/dayton_chapter DOCUMENTS for a form.
If you have any questions, please contact Support Chair Shelli Mendel-Koeppl at 206-984-5760.
Thank you for your participation and we look forward to seeing you at the Holiday party!
Where:
Miami Valley Regional Center
4801 Springfield Street
Dayton, OH 45431
When:
December 16, 2009 at 06:30 PM
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December 16, 2009 at 08:00 PM
Fee: FREE
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Toledo, OH 43615
phone: 419-578-2766 (419-578-ASNO)
fax: 419-536-5038
e-mail: asno.org@bex.net
website: www.asno.org
Monday, November 23, 2009 - Asperger Family Support Group
Monday November 23, 2009 from 6:30 -
8:30 pm at our office, 4848 Dorr Street. We are in the house with the
red door.
December 1, 2009 - Seneca County Support Group 2nd Annual Christmas Party
What: 2nd annual Christmas Party - pizza, cake, santa, and swimming!
Date: December 1, 2009
Start Time:6 pm
Location: Geary Family YMCA
154 West Center Street
Fostoria, Ohio 44830
For more information contact: Jessica Weisenauer
419-436-1898
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The Seneca Autism Support Group is for the parents and family members
of children on the autism spectrum. The group usually meets the first
Tuesday of the month from 6:30-8:00 pm at the Early Childhood Center,
801 Kirk Street, Fostoria, OH 44830. Childcare is provided.
December 1st, 2009 There will be no support group meeting this month.
They will hold their 2nd annual Christmas Party instead at the Geary
Family YMCA 154 West Center Street, Fostoria, Ohio 44830. There
will be pizza, cake, Santa, and swimming.
Wednesday December 2, 2009 and Thursday December 3, 2009 - Practical Solutions to Everyday Challenges in Autism - Fall Workshops How to Get Your Child with Autism to Sleep So You Can Sleep, Too!
Workshop # 3: How To Get Your Child with Autism to Sleep Better (So You
Can Sleep Better, Too!)
Speaker: Kim Renner, MA, BCBA
Cost: $10 for parents/family members: $15 for professionals
Date: Wednesday December 2, 2009
Start Time: 6:30 pm
End Time: 9 pm
Location: Toledo Hospital Education Center Auditorium
or
Date: Thursday December 3, 2009
Start Time: 9:30 am
End Time: noon
Location: Lucas County Board of DD Administrative Office
Multipurpose Room
Contact:
Linell Weinberg
419-578-2766
asno.org@bex.net
Back for the fifth year, this series of workshops is designed to teach
you strategies to cope with some of the difficult issues faced by
people of any age with autism. We provide an opportunity for people in
Northwest Ohio to see nationally known, published authors, researchers,
and experts in the autism field. We keep fees low - just $10 for
parents and family members and $15 for professionals. Scholarships are
available for family members if $10 is a hardship. We don't want anyone
to miss seeing these great speakers. Certificates of Attendance are
provided and teachers can use the sessions as training for their
professional development plans.
The workshops are scheduled for 2 1/2 hours on a Wednesday evening from
6:30 - 9 pm and are repeated the following Thursday morning from 9:30
am - noon to accommodate differing schedules. Pre-registration is
required. Download the registration form from our website.
We have scheduled three speakers this fall with seven to follow in our
Winter/Spring session after the first of the year. Coming in the
Winter/Spring session: Jed Baker, Sheila Wagner and more! A flyer with
a full description of all the speakers, presentations, and locations
for the Winter/Spring session will be sent out to our mailing list and
listed on our website after Christmas. This workshop series is
partially funded by an Empowering Families grant from the Lucas County
Board of Developmental Disabilities.
Saturday, December 5, 2009 - Sibshop
Our next Sibshop for brothers and sisters ages 8 - 13 of
children with autism spectrum disorders will meet on Saturday, December
5, 2009 from noon to 3 pm at Grace United Methodist Church, 601 E.
Boundary Street
Perrysburg, OH 43551. The cost is $25 per child for all sessions.
Pre-registration is required. Download the Sibshop registration form
from our website. For more information, call the office at
419-578-2766.
6th Annual Holiday Party - Sunday, December 6, 2009 2 - 4 pm
Individuals with autism, their parents/guardians, and siblings are
invited for crafts, games, cake, and snacks at our 6th annual holiday
party. Santa Claus will visit and have a small gift bag for each child.
A photographer will be on hand to take pictures that will be emailed to
you after the party. Crafts and games include decorating cookies,
face painting, and making Christmas tree ornaments.
Time: 2 - 4 pm
Location:
Grace United Methodist Church
601 East Boundary Street
Perrysburg, OH 43551
Cost: Please bring a canned food item for the church's food pantry
Please RSVP to 419-578-2766 or asno.org@bex.net by December 2 with your
name, the number of adults attending, the number of children attending,
your phone number, and zipcode.
For more information contact:
Linell Weinberg
419-578-2766
asno.org@bex.net
December 9, 2009 - Follow-up to Tackling the Uncomfortable: Teaching Sexuality and Relationships to Adolescents on the Autism Spectrum Workshop
With Andie Ryley and Linell Weinberg (NOTE: Melissa Dubie, the original presenter
will not be at this workshop.) This is a chance to discuss the material
learned in Melissa's workshop. Bring your examples and questions about
your child or individuals you are working with.
Date: December 9, 2009
Start Time: 6:30 pm
End Time: 8 pm
Location: Lucas County Board of DD
Family First Zone
Cost: This workshop is FREE!
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.
Purchase a Fan Club card and Benefit ASNO!
http://www.fanclubcard.com/OurCharities.aspx
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Autism Society of SE Ohio
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)
Austintown, OH 44515
(330) 720-2066
www.triautism.com
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Upcoming Events, Conferences:
Monday, November 23, 2009 - Best of Cleveland Comedy Night benefits Milestones
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Monday, November 30, 2009 - Discussion on Autism, Cleveland (West)
West Park Branch
3805 West 157th St., Cleveland, OH 44111
4:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M.
Facilitator: Molly McVoy, M.D., Psychiatrist
The Discovery and Wellness Center for Children (DWCC), a part of University Hospitals Case Medical Center, and the Cleveland Public Library would like to invite you to our library speaking series event on “Autism”. This events are free and open to mental health professionals, teachers, parents, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of autism. Please join the DWCC and the Cleveland Public Library for a discussion on this important topic. Please RSVP by calling 216-844-6252.
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Monday, November 30, 2009 - Greater Cleveland Asperger Support Meet & Eat
(a casual meeting over dinner for parents)
6:15 pm (late comers ok)
Yours Truly Restaurant
8111 Rockside Rd (Rockside & Canal Road)
Valley View, OH
(just east of I-77/Rockside)
Sandwiches & salads average about $7-8. See link for map and menu:
http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/16/572171/restaurant/Cleveland/South-of-the-City/Yours-Truly-Valley-View
Please RSVP to Theresa at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
If you can include a phone number where you can be reached late Monday afternoon, it will ensure I can reach you with any last minute changes. Early responses appreciated. If you have questions/topics you would like to discuss, please include with your RSVP.
Hope to see you there!
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009 - Webinar: Autism Spectrum Disorder and Employment with Peter Gerhardt
Date: December 1, 2009, 2:30-4:00 pm Central
http://ndcpd.org/events/pdf/10/Gerhardt%20Brochure.pdf
This presentation will provide an overview and practical suggestions for supporting individuals with ASD to be competent, productive, and socially included co-workers and colleagues. This includes issues related to effective communication, understanding social challenges and the hidden curriculum, behavior support, production competence, and interdependence.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009 and Thursday, December 3, 2009 - Understanding the New IEP & ETR Forms, Toledo
*Sponsored by: Lucas County DD Children’s Options Department*
Dates:
Tuesday, December 1, 2009 6:00-8:00 pm
And
Thursday, December 3, 2009 10:00-Noon
LOCATION:
Family First Zone
1155 Larc Lane
Toledo, OH 43614
Contact:
Rolita Noble, Parent Partner
(419) 380-5172 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Or
ReShay Thompson, Transition Specialist
(419) 380-5108 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
The training will be facilitated by
Beth Rohrbacher, PH.D. of the State
Support Team Region One.
Space is limited so please call or email
to register by Friday November 27,
2009.
Free Childcare will be provided but
space is limited. If you have any ques-
tion please contact us.
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Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 - Webcast Opportunity: "Partnering with your Doctor: The Medical Home Approach"
Greetings,
Please join the Region 4 Genetics Collaborative and partners in a free
webcast on Tuesday, December 1st, 2009 at 12 p.m. (ET) to launch
"Partnering with your Doctor: The Medical Home Approach" guide. This
webcast presents a powerful approach to creating meaningful partnerships
between parents and their child's doctor, other medical professionals
and caregivers through the concept of the medical home. This webcast
shares the experiences of families, professionals and primary care
providers who support and use the medical home approach.
Key topics of this webcast:
* How the medical home concept has impacted doctor-family partnerships - shared by Region 4 partners (doctors, families and professionals)
* How including this tool in your practice or agency will assist families and doctors
* How to disseminate the guide to families, doctors, and other interested parties
To receive a FREE hard copy of the Guide, register before Monday,
November 23rd, 2009.
http://learning.mihealth.org/mediasite/medicalhome_registration
"Partnering with your Doctor: The Medical Home Approach" was developed
by Region 4's Medical Home Education Workgroup. The guide is intended to
help families connect with their child's doctor, other medical
professionals and caregivers through a medical home.
This guide is designed to:
* Be a source of specialized information for parents to help them care for their child
* Provide a detailed definition and description of the medical home concept
* Lay the foundation for understanding and advocating for a medical home
* Provide tools and examples for parents to use and learn from while creating and maintaining the medical home with their doctor
* Bring attention to the importance of linking families of children with genetic conditions to a medical home
* Provide advice on how to effectively partner with your child's doctor
* Define family centered care and demonstrate how it benefits families
* Demonstrate how to seek culturally effective, compassionate care
* Assist families through the transition process by providing resources and tips
* Provide a list of resources and links to organizations that support families and the medical home concept
Please forward this opportunity to any other colleagues, parents, or
professionals you think may be interested.
Thank you,
Region 4 Genetics Collaborative & Partners
Questions? Please contact:
Jodi Griffin, MPA Project Coordinator
Region 4 Genetics Collaborative - a project of MPHI
www.region4genetics.org
Ph: 517.381.8247
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www.mphi.org
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Thursday, December 3, 2009 - Special Needs Estate Planning, Shaker Heights
Monarch is hosting a free lecture series for members of the autism community.
(presented by Amanda M. Buzo, Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A.): 1-2:30pm, The Wuliger Center at Bellefaire JCB, RSVP by calling 216.320.8571
or contact Lauren DeMinico
Bellefaire JCB - Monarch School
22001 Fairmount Blvd.
Shaker Heights, Ohio 44118
Tel: 216.320.6805
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Sunday, December 6 - OASIS MINI SEMINAR - Prentke Romich on Communication Devices
Sunday, December 6th, Wooster's very own Prentke Romich Company, that makes communication devices will be our guest speakers.
They will be talking about the latest communication devices for our children as well as adults. They will also be talking to us about the FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES we have for these MUCH needed products. FUNDING THAT WE ALL HAVE, but are not aware of how to obtain it. They will share how. They will also have a young man who uses the device in his life and he will show you how he uses it for his job.
This mini seminar is FREE and open to parents, family members, teachers, therapists....
Teachers, come and find out how your school district can obtain these devices through funding!
WHEN: DECEMBER 6
TIME: 4PM
WHERE: WOOSTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, NORTH AUDITORIUM
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Tuesday December 8, 2009 - Understanding the DD System, Toledo
What families need to know about the DD
service system, waivers, & individual budgets.
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Gary
Tonks, Executive Director, The Arc of Ohio.
Staff and providers are welcome to attend.
Tuesday December 8, 2009
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Toledo Lucas County Public Library Sanger Branch
3030 West Central Ave
(East of Westgate Shopping Center)
Toledo OH 43606
Gary will answer any questions you may have.
About Gary: Gary represented families on Governor Strickland's Futures
Committee and was one of the authors of Ohio Medicaid Redesign. He
meets regularly with Ohio Directors of Medicaid, Developmental Disabilities
and Office of Exceptional Children, and advocates daily on behalf of
Ohioans with developmental disabilities.
Seating is limited.
To reserve your seat please
call or email The Arc
419-882-0941
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Hosted by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc & Lucas County Board of
Developmental Disabilities
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Wednesday, December 9, 2009 - Autism Talk at The City Club, Cleveland
850 Euclid Avenue, 2nd Floor, Cleveland, OH
Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 12 noon, Panel about Local Resources, with Michelle Nameth Connor (Autism Consulting), Pat Nobili (Achievement Centers for Children), Ilana Hoffer Skoff (Milestones Autism Organization), moderated by Adam Jacobs (Bellefaire JCB)
$15members / $25non-members
For more information or to make a reservation, call 216.621.0082 or visit www.cityclub.org.
All prices include lunch.
Reservations and cancellations are required at least 24 hours in advance of the event.
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Wednesday, December 9 7:00 pm Understanding emotions for Individuals with DD
and the impact they have on the individuals we support can be challenging under the best of circumstances. Jennifer Smith, Behavior Curriculum Intervention Specialist for the CCBDD, presents this topic to focus on defining emotions and how they develop in both healthy and unhealthy ways, and tactics used to bring balance back once emotions have caused the brain to function with the fight or flight response.
As a participant, you will gain an understanding of how emotions develop and the effects of unbalanced emotions. Also, Jennifer will suggest strategies which can be used to address unhealthy/unbalanced emotions at home and in the classroom.
Cleveland Clinic Independence, Community Room B
5001 Rockside Road Independence, OH 44131 -
For more info on Ms. Smith & the lecture - http://www.usod.org/component/option,com_events/Itemid,100/agid,43/day,09/month,12/task,view_detail/year,2009/
please rsvp to the Up Side of Downs office or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Thursday, December 10, 2009 - Preparing Your Child for Transition to Adulthood, Shaker Heights
Monarch is hosting a free lecture series for members of the autism community.
(presented by speakers from the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities), 1-2:30pm, Boardroom at Bellefaire JCB, RSVP by calling 216.320.8571
or contact Lauren DeMinico
Bellefaire JCB - Monarch School
22001 Fairmount Blvd.
Shaker Heights, Ohio 44118
Tel: 216.320.6805
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Friday, December 11, 2009 - Training for Ohioans with Developmental Disabilities, Their Families and Support Staff, Columbus
Holiday Inn - Worthington
7007 N. High St.
Worthington, OH 43085
(614) 436-0700
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Registration
10:00 a.m. - Noon
* Medicaid Card Services - Can Ohio continue to provide Durable Medical Equipment, Nursing, Prescriptions, Dental, Psychology, Vision and other optional services through my Medicaid Card? Ohio Dept of Job & Family Services
* Medicaid in Schools - How does it affect me? Ohio Dept of Education, Office of Exceptional Children
* My Legal Rights in Education and Access to Community Services - An Update - Ohio Legal Rights
Noon - 1:00 Lunch (Included with Registration)
1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Breakouts
I. DD Transitions Waiver - Will I ever transition? Am I ok and will I have access to an adult day service once I leave school?
II. Trusts/Guardianship - Do I need a Guardian? Is a trust necessary?
2:30 - 2:45 p.m. Break
2:45 - 4:00 p.m. Breakouts
I. DD Futures Waiver for Children with Intensive Behaviors - When can I expect it and how is it different from current waivers? Ohio Dept of Developmental Disabilities
II. The Autism Scholarship - Is it for me? -Ohio Dept of Education, Office of Exceptional Children
To register click here www.thearcofohio.org
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: The Princess and the Frog, Solon
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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Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Breakfast with Santa at Hattie Larlham
http://www.hattielarlham.org/events/2009/santabreakfast.htm
Have breakfast with Santa Claus from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Dec. 12. at The Play Center at Hattie Larlham.
Guests enjoy a pancake breakfast with fresh fruit, juice and coffee. After breakfast, be sure to have your photo taken with Santa. And, as a special treat, guests will get to make their very own picture frame to display their photo with Santa. Each guest will also receive a goodie bag.
The cost to attend is $5 per person. Please register in advance by Dec. 5, 2009.
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Sunday, December 13, 2010 - Santa Paws at Hattie Larlham
Commemorate the holidays with a photograph of your dog and Santa Claus at Santa Paws.
http://www.hattielarlham.org/events/2009/santapaws09.htm
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Thursday, January 7, 2010 - Parent's Rights in the Special Education Process, Tallmadge
Presented by Karen Lyle, OCECD
6-8pm
Tallmadge Library
90 Community Rd.
Tallmadge, OH 44287
Please RSVP via email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 330-858-4388
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Wednesday, January 20, 2010 - How to Write Good IEP Goals Anderia Ryley, M.Ed., Toledo
Participants will learn the criteria and methods that comprise a good goal, how to measure goals, and the documentation
needed to measure goals.
Parents of school-age children with disabilities who receive special education services. educators and professionals who
serve children with disabilities.
Andie Trail Ryley, M. Ed., has been working with individuals with ASD for over 31 years. Ms. Ryley is currently
the Autism Consultant for Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities, and other Northwest Ohio schools and
service providers. In addition Ms. Ryley is an adjunct instructor at Bowling Green State University in the School of
Intervention Services co teaching the Autism Certificate Courses. Ms. Ryley is currently on the Autism Society of Ohio's
Board of Directors and Chair of the Northwest Ohio Autism Advisory Council's Steering Committee.
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608
in the Auditorium near the main lobby
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Funding for this series is provided by:
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
There is no cost to attend the workshops
Sponsored by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc.
For more info, contact them at Phone: 419-882-0941
Fax: 419-517-5346
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - Ten Steps to Parent Empowerment Linell Weinberg, M.S.W., Toledo
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Participants will learn techniques and skills to become more effective advocates in the IEP
process.
Parents of school-age children with disabilities who receive special education services.
Educators and professionals who serve children with disabilities.
Linell Weinberg is the director of the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio (ASNO). She holds a Masters Degree in
Social Work from the University of Michigan. Along with managing the agency, Linell provides information and referral,
Individual Education Plan (IEP) assistance to families, plans educational programs and family fun events, runs support
groups, makes presentations about autism, and serves on various community-wide committees such as the Lucas County
Board of DD Best Practices committee. In 2005 she received a Community Hero Award in the Community Service category
from Big Brothers Big Sisters for her work with families affected by autism. Linell is inspired by her adult daughter with
Asperger Syndrome.
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608
in the Auditorium near the main lobby
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Funding for this series is provided by:
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
There is no cost to attend the workshops
Sponsored by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc.
For more info, contact them at Phone: 419-882-0941
Fax: 419-517-5346
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website
www.arclucas.org
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - Parents’ Rights in the Special Education Process Sandy Brickner, Toledo
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Participants will gain knowledge about parents’ rights under IDEA.
Parents of school-age children with disabilities who receive special education services. Educators and professionals who
serve children with disabilities.
Sandy Brickner began her career as an Early Childhood Educator. Special Education became an area of focus,
serving families for 6 years as a parent mentor of 7 school districts for the North Central Ohio Educational Service Center.
Sandy joined the staff of the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities in 2000.
She is currently serving families and professionals providing advocacy and training opportunities
related to the special education process. Sandy is also the western Ohio coordinator and lead
trainer for the “It’s My Turn” transition training for students age 14-21 and has provided training in
various school districts across Ohio.
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608
in the Auditorium near the main lobby
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Funding for this series is provided by:
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
There is no cost to attend the workshops
Sponsored by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc.
For more info, contact them at Phone: 419-882-0941
Fax: 419-517-5346
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website
www.arclucas.org
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - Negotiation Skills - Key to Successful Communication with Professionals, Honorable Charles D. Abood, Toledo
Participants will gain functional knowledge about the art of listening, compromise, consensus
versus agreement and the art of negotiation.
Parents of school-age children with disabilities who receive special education services, educators and professionals who
serve children with disabilities.
Honorable Charles D Abood Mediator, Dispute Resolution Services, Inc., Toledo, Ohio B.A University of
Michigan; J.D., University of Toledo College of Law. Memberships: Ohio State Bar Association, Toledo Bar Association,
Association for Conflict Resolution. Judge Abood has been a full-time mediator since founding his firm in 1997. He
provides private mediation and other dispute resolution services and has served as a mediation trainer and faculty
member nationwide. Judge Abood is a retired judge who previously sat on the Sixth District Court of Appeals, the Lucas
County Court of Common Pleas and the Toledo Municipal Court. In 1993, he received national recognition for being
selected for a 14-day lecture tour of the countries of Syria, Jordan and Yemen, where he
presented a series of lectures on The Rule of Law in Theory and in Practice in the United
States to judges, attorneys, law schools, judicial institutes and public officials in each
country. Judge Abood has a brother with developmental disabilities and currently serves on
The Arc of Lucas County Board of Directors.
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608
in the Auditorium near the main lobby
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Funding for this series is provided by:
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
There is no cost to attend the workshops
Sponsored by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc.
For more info, contact them at Phone: 419-882-0941
Fax: 419-517-5346
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website
www.arclucas.org
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Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Transition from School to Adult Life Chris Filler, Toledo
6:30-8:30 p.m.
Participants will gain knowledge about the components of a good transition plan and the
implementation of transition planning in a good IEP. Discussion will include examples,
measurements, tools and resources.
Parent of school-age children with disabilities who receive special education services,
educators and professionals who serve children and adults with disabilities.
Chris Filler Transition Coordinator, Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence. A registered nurse and the Transition
Coordinator for the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI). Chris has worked with individuals with autism
and developmental disabilities and their families for over 20 years. She has served as an Early Intervention Service
Coordinator, Family Resource Specialist, Autism/Behavior Consultant for Lincoln Way Special Education Center and as a
private consultant for many school districts throughout the state of Ohio. She is also a past president of the Autism
Society of Ohio. Chris has presented for State and National conferences in the area of autism spectrum disorders,
behavior supports, sensory processing supports, transition to adulthood and parent-professional collaboration. Chris now
works for the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence as the Transition Coordinator where her efforts are towards the
development of supports and resources for students with autism spectrum disorders and low incidence disabilities that
are transitioning to the adult world. She is involved with efforts to coordinate the systems of adult service agencies to
improve delivery of service for adults with disabilities. Chris has two children, one of which is an adult with autism.
St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center
2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608
in the Auditorium near the main lobby
Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm
Funding for this series is provided by:
Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities
There is no cost to attend the workshops
Sponsored by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc.
For more info, contact them at Phone: 419-882-0941
Fax: 419-517-5346
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website
www.arclucas.org
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General News, Articles, Information:
Investigation: Alternative therapies for autism often lack science
Alternative therapies to treat autism often have little scientific backing and can be risky for children, according to an investigation by the Chicago Tribune. Studies show nearly 75% of families who have children with autism say they have tried alternative treatments, such as vitamin supplements, oxygen-chamber sessions and therapies to leach heavy metals from the body. While some doctors say they see an urgent need to help children and try available therapies, others say the treatments amount to uncontrolled experimentation.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/health/chi-autism-treatments-nov22,0,7095563,full.story
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Articles: FDA approves Abilify for treating children with autism
The FDA approved the drug Abilify for treating aggression and irritability in children ages 6 to 17 who have autism. The approval was based on two studies that showed Abilify, commonly used to treat schizophrenia, depression and bipolar disorder, improved irritability in patients given the drug compared with those given a placebo. The drug's makers said the medication should be used in combination with psychological, social and educational therapies. http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9C3J8380.htm or http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2009/11/23/abilify/6255/
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Helpful Articles on Managing Behaviors (Biting, Other Difficult Behaviors)
http://www.usod.org/education/behavior
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Article: Asperger Syndrome Job Success Secrets
http://www.coultervideo.com/aspergersyndromejobsuccesssecrets.htm
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Article: Behavior Therapy Plus Medication Most Successful For Kids With Autism
Children with autism experienced fewer behaviors and needed less medication when their parents used behavior therapy in addition to medication, new research shows.
http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2009/11/23/behavior-therapy/6290/
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Article: Toilet Train Your Child with Autism
http://autism.about.com/od/childrenandautism/ss/toilettrain.htm
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Survey: Bullies prey on autistic kids
http://www.bostonherald.com/news/regional/view.bg?articleid=1211566
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Books, Resources, Products:
Helpful links from One Place for Special Needs
Behavior - Over 150 resources for parents, teachers and therapists.
http://www.oneplaceforspecialneeds.com/resources_online/resource_online_results.html?words=behavior
Depression - Includes recognizing depression in children, it's impact
on learning and helping depressed individuals over the holidays.
http://www.oneplaceforspecialneeds.com/resources_online/resource_online_results.html?words=depression
Employment - 70 resources including articles and videos on career
planning, disclosing disabilities and accommodations in the workplace.
http://www.oneplaceforspecialneeds.com/resources_online/resource_online_results.html?words=employment&start=30
Future planning - Includes articles on person-centered planning and tips for protecting your child's future.
http://www.oneplaceforspecialneeds.com/resources_online/resource_online_results.html?words=future+planning
Math - Nearly 40 links including interactive games, graphic organizers and math dictionary for kids.
http://www.oneplaceforspecialneeds.com/resources_online/resource_online_results.html?words=math
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Book: Wrightslaw: All About IEPs
http://www.wrightslaw.com/bks/aaiep/index.htm
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Your Medical Bills: A Consumers Guide to Coping with Medical Debt
the guide can be found online at http://www.familiesusa.org/resources/resources-for-consumers/coping-with-medical-debt.html
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The Special Ed Advocate, November 24, 2009
Link to this issue: http://www.wrightslaw.com/nltr/09/nl.1124.htm
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Video on Aspergers: Being Green
from the GRASP e-Newsletter:
This short video by Natlie Binder, a young adult who was recently diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome can be viewed here:
http://www.blip.tv/file/2792847
It is a great tool to help explain the Asperger's diagnosis to friends and family. Enjoy!
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Book: Universal design benefits people of all ages and abilities
"Universal
Design for Learning: A Guide for Teachers and Education Professionals"
provides educators with concrete, practical tools to create a UDL
environment to benefit all students. Teachers are charged with
delivering instruction to a diverse group of learners who come to the
learning experience with a variety of cultures, languages, learning
styles, abilities and disabilities.
http://www.cec.sped.org/ScriptContent/Orders/ProductDetail.cfm?section=CEC_Store&pc=P5692
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Book: How-to guide for differentiating instruction
"Differentiating
Instruction for Students with Learning Disabilities" provides
step-by-step, clear and research-based techniques for implementing
differentiated instruction in any classroom. Implementation strategies
are given for instructional grouping, self-monitoring, classwide peer
tutoring, performance monitoring and more
http://www.cec.sped.org/ScriptContent/Orders/ProductDetail.cfm?section=CEC_Store&pc=P5527
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Online tool helps monitor progress in children with autism
A
California software developer who is the mother of a child with autism
has created Charmtracker -- a Web-based program to help parents and
doctors monitor progress in children with the disorder. The free online
tool tracks medication, diet and other variables related to treating
children who have autism. "What we really need in this field is really
adequate data tracking and data mining," one autism expert said.
http://cbs5.com/local/charm.autism.tracker.2.1330241.html
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Winter Autism Research Institute Newsletter
Click HERE
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Survey for crime victims with disabilities
SARNCO, The Sexual Assault Response Network of Central Ohio would like your input!
We
are conducting a community needs assessment to identify gaps and
barriers to services for crime victims with disabilities and Deaf/Hard
of Hearing crime victims in the Columbus area. We will use this data to
enhance local services as well as conduct targeted outreach and
education
People with disabilities are 4 to 13 times more likely to be victimized/ abused than people without disabilities.
Please take a moment to complete this brief survey and forward it to others who may want to participate.
Survey for People with Disabilities or Deaf/Hard of Hearing individuals
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8RL737M
Victim Services and Law Enforcement Survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8RBGNXY
Disability Service Providers Survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8TLVQVC
We
are also conducting focus groups and individual interviews for people
with disabilities. If you or someone you know would like to
participate in a discussion about services for crime victims with
disabilities and Deaf/Hard of Hearing crime victims in the Columbus
area call or email:
Maytal at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Phone number: 614-566-5847 (Confidential VM)
Or
Stephanie at
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Phone number: 614-566-3933 (Confidential VM)
614-429-1309 (Business Line-Sorenson VP)
For more information please see the attached flyer. This flyer can be printed and distributed.
Additionally,
feel free to forward this email to others and appropriate listservs.
However, please do not duplicate the contents of this survey for use
outside of SARNCO’s needs assessment.
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S.C. school to offer college program for students with disabilities
Click HERE
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Rescue Family Grant Program Applications Available Online This Week
http://generationrescue.org/grants.html
Applications for the second round of Generation Rescue's Rescue Family grant program are available now on the GR Web site.
The
program is available for children diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum
Disorder and who have not yet started any biomedical treatment. Grant
recipients are given vitamins, supplements, DAN! doctor visits,
guidance in implementing biomedical treatment and a gluten- and casein-
free diet. Families are asked to document their children's progress
during the program.
For more information about the Rescue Family grant program or to obtain
an application, visit the Generation Rescue Web site. We will continue
to post new information there as details develop. Applications must be
received by Dec. 10, 2009.
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Social Groups at Akron Rotary Camp For Children with Special Needs (ages 6-22)
January-May 2009
Sundays 1-5 pm
Activities may include:
Sports, Games, Ceramics, Holiday themes, Arts and Crafts, Dancing, Singing and much more!
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$50 per month ages 6-22
For families with more than 1 child participating only $25 for additional children.
Staff Ratio is 1:3 Snack Included Additional fee of only $25 for 1:1 ratio
Fee is due 2 weeks prior to group. Rotary Camp can bill 3rd party agencies.
To sign up or for more information please contact Rotary Camp at 330.644.4512 or
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Parents create iPhone application for autism caregivers
A
new application for the iPhone and iPod Touch helps track behavior in
children with autism as part of applied behavior analysis. Developed by
the Pennsylvania parents of a child with autism, Behavior Tracker Pro
helps caregivers with detailed record-keeping needed to monitor
behaviors. The application costs $9.99 and can be used by teachers and
therapists to track data for multiple subjects. http://www.scrantontimes.com/news/business/mountaintop_couple_create_app_to_help_autistic_children
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