January 4, 2010
Dear Friend of the Autism Society of Ohio:
News From ASO:
- Raise money for The Autism Society of Ohio when you search or shop online!
- Federal Update/Alerts
Senate Passes Historic Health Insurance Reform
Registration Open for Autism Society Day on the Hill 2010
Action Alert: Do You Want the Term "Mental Retardation" Removed from Federal Laws?
Action Alert: Preventing Harmful Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Act, HR 4247
Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
- Autism Society of America
Carnegie Mellon Scientists Discover First Evidence of Brain Rewiring in Children
Report on Community College Career Services for Students with Disabilities
Autism Society National Conference July 7-10, 2010
New iPhone/iPodTouch Graphical Communication Tool for People with Autism
Early Start Denver Model for Young Children with Autism Published
Submit Your Artwork Online
- Autism Society of Greater Akron
Saturday, January 16, 2010 - Watch Professional Soccer And Support the Autism Society!
- Autism Society of Central Ohio
Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 – Karen Ratliff-Schaub, Ph.D. on the Medical Home Model
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 – Tanya Corso, Music Therapist
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 – To be announced
Tuesday April 27, 2010 – Maureen Geraghty, Ph.D. will return to discuss dietary intervention and management
Tuesday, May 25, 2010 – Transition Topics
Tuesday, June 29, 2010 – Summer Support Group Meeting
- Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2
- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland
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
January, 2010 newsletter Now Available
- Autism Society of Dayton
Thursday, January 28, 2010: Navigating the Ohio Medicaid Waiver Program
Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton
- Autism Society of NW Ohio
NEW Autism/ASD Support Group to start January 12, 2010
Asperger Parent support group January 25, 2010
Practical Solutions - New Flyer Just mailed out and available on our website!
Purchase a Fan Club card and Benefit ASNO!
- Autism Society of SE Ohio
- Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)
Upcoming Events:
- Thursday, January 7, 2010 - Parent's Rights in the Special Education Process, Tallmadge
- FRIDAY JAN 8, 2010 - THE HORSE BOY OPENS in COLUMBUS
- Monday January 11, 2010 - Autism 101: an introduction to autism spectrum disorders, Childrens Medical Center of Dayton
- Tuesday, January 19, 2010: Akron Rotary Camp Support Group presents IEP Soup
- Wednesday, January 20, 2010 - How to Write Good IEP Goals Anderia Ryley, M.Ed., Toledo
- Thursday, January 21 2010: Introduction to Ohio’s Academic Content Standards, Cleveland Area
- Wednesday, January 27 2010: Is Your Child a Target of Bullying, Aurora
- Wednesday, January 28, 2010 - “Beyond Zero-Tolerance: Approaching School Discipline from a Special Education & Student Rights Prospective”, Independence
- 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
- March 19, 20, 21, 2010 - People First of Ohio Annual Conference, Wilmington
- 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
- Monday, May 24 – Sunday, May 30, 2010: The Autism One & Generation Rescue - Autism Redefined 2010 Conference, Chicago
- Tuesday, June 22, 2010 - 8th Annual Milestones Autism/Asperger's Conference - Life-Long Strategies for Success, Cleveland Area
General News, Articles, Information:
- Article: Hormone studied as possible autism treatment
Books, Resources, Products:
- DD Quarterly E-Newsletter - Winter 2009
- Language Development for children with autism & speech delays
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.
Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASO, either explicit or implied.
Sincerely,
Autism Society of Ohio
1335 Dublin Rd., Suite 205-C
Columbus, OH 43215
(614) 487-4726
fax: (614) 487-4725
general email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
web: www.autismohio.org
News From ASO:
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Federal Update
Senate Passes Historic Health Insurance Reform
On December 24, the U.S. Senate passed historic health insurance reform legislation in a 60-39 vote. The Autism Society applauds the insurance reform amendments that will increase the availability of behavioral coverage for families affected by ASD across the U.S. Read more …
Registration Open for Autism Society Day on the Hill 2010
The political spectrum in the United States today directly impacts the autism spectrum, from educational policies to federal funding for key disability programs to Medicaid reform, meaningful insurance reform and other policy initiatives. To ensure that families affected by autism are heard in Washington and beyond, the Autism Society invites autism advocates to attend its “Day on the Hill 2010,” February 24-25, 2010, at the Marriott Key Bridge Hotel, 1401 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22209. Read more …
Action Alert: Do You Want the Term "Mental Retardation" Removed from Federal Laws?
http://www.capwiz.com/thearc/issues/alert/?alertid=14467586&type=CO
Action Alert: Preventing Harmful Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Act, HR 4247
The Autism Society is excited to announce the introduction on December 9, 2009 of the Preventing Harmful Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Act, HR 4247 by Chairman George Miller (D-CA) and Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-WA). A companion bill was also introduced in the Senate by Senator Chris Dodd and is numbered S 2860.
Click here to ask your elected officials to cosponsor the bill - https://secure2.convio.net/asa/site/Advocacy?cmd=display&page=UserAction&id=349
The legislation draws on a Government Accountability Office report on restraints and seclusions released last spring, which found “hundreds of cases of alleged abuse and death related to the use of these methods on school children during the past two decades,” with a majority involving students with disabilities. Still, investigators could not ascertain the full extent of this problem - cases often go unreported, with some states not even keeping track of incidents.
The bills seek to establish the first federal standards to protect students from misuse of restraint and seclusion and ensure the safety of everyone in the classroom. It would apply to public schools, private schools and preschools receiving federal education support. Specifically the legislation would:
• Establish important minimum federal safety standards in schools, similar to the protections already in place in hospitals and other non-medical community based facilities;
• Limit physical restraint and locked seclusion, allowing these interventions only when there is imminent danger of injury, and only when imposed by trained staff;
• Outlaw mechanical restraints, such as strapping kids to chairs, and prohibit restraints that restrict breathing;
• Require schools to notify parents after incidents when restraint or seclusion was used;
• Call on states, within two years of enactment, to establish their own policies, procedures, monitoring and enforcement systems to meet these minimum standards;
• Encourage states to provide support and training to better protect students and prevent the need for emergency behavioral interventions; and
• Increase transparency, oversight and enforcement tools to prevent future abuse.
Please take the time to advocate for people affected by autism and ask your Representative and Senators to cosponsor this important legislation.
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Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
Autism Society of America
Carnegie Mellon Scientists Discover First Evidence of Brain Rewiring in Children
Carnegie Mellon University scientists Timothy Keller and Marcel Just have uncovered the first evidence that intensive instruction to improve reading skills in young children causes the brain to physically rewire itself, creating new white matter that improves communication within the brain. Read more …
Report on Community College Career Services for Students with Disabilities
The National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability has released a new report on “Career-Focused Services for Students with Disabilities at Community Colleges.” This case study report examines the efforts of community colleges to function as intermediaries in meeting the local workforce development needs of employers and promoting career opportunities and job attainment for students, including those with disabilities. Read more …
Autism Society National Conference July 7-10, 2010
Plan to join us for the 41st Autism Society National Conference and Exposition at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas, Texas on July 7-10, 2010. Bringing together the expertise and experiences of family members, professionals and individuals on the spectrum, attendees are able to learn how to more effectively advocate and obtain supports for an individual with ASD. Read more …
New iPhone/iPodTouch Graphical Communication Tool for People with Autism
Spectrum Visions, a Silicon Valley startup to provide technology products and services for autism spectrum community, recently announced that its first iPhone/iPodTouch application Voice4U is now available on Apple’s iTunes Store. Read more …
Early Start Denver Model for Young Children with Autism Published
Ten years ago, children were rarely diagnosed with autism before the age of three or four. Today, thanks to growing awareness, it is often detected as early as 18 months. But what is the most effective way to intervene and treat children so young? Now available from Guilford Press, the Early Start Denver Model for Young Children with Autism is a manual for interventions embedded within play-based, relationship-focused routines. Read more …
Submit Your Artwork Online
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. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=qKvNNDhxNHUqmQ1cjXdhig..
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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
Saturday, January 16, 2010 - Watch Professional Soccer And Support the Autism Society!
A Sensory Friendly Game!
Ohio Vortex vs. St. Louis Illusion
Saturday, January 16, 2010
7:00 P.M.
Learn More About Sensory Friendly and Buy Tickets at
www.AutismSocietyGreaterAkron.org
Join us in the McKinley Room (attached to the arena)
after the game for autographs with the players!
Tickets: $12.00
85% of gate sales and 15% of concessions
donated to Greater Akron Chapter
Canton Memorial Civic Center
1101 Market Ave N • Canton • OH • 44702
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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, 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.
Chapter meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the last Tuesday of each month (except July, November and December) .
MEETING LOCATION: OCALI, 470 Glenmont Ave., Columbus, OH (formerly COSERRC).
MEETINGS SCHEDULED FOR 2010 INCLUDE:
Tuesday, January 26, 2010 – Karen Ratliff-Schaub, Ph.D. on the Medical Home Model
Tuesday, February 23, 2010 – Tanya Corso, Music Therapist
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 – To be announced
Tuesday April 27, 2010 – Maureen Geraghty, Ph.D. will return to discuss dietary
intervention and management
Tuesday, May 25, 2010 – Transition Topics
Tuesday, June 29, 2010 – Summer Support Group Meeting
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The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland
P.O. Box 41066
Brecksville, Ohio 44141
(216) 556-4937
www.asgc.org
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Monday, January 4, 2010 - Mary Beth Koss from The Achievement Centers for Children, Independence
6:30—8:30 PM,
Mary Beth Koss, Manager of Achieve Consulting
Topic: Providing Visual Supports to Decrease Unwanted
Behaviors for Individuals on the Spectrum.
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 Ridge Park Square, 4788 Ridge Road, Brooklyn, OH 44144. Admission is Reduced to $4.25. AMC Entertainment and the ASA have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films on a monthly basis. The lights are brought up and the sounds turned down and the “silence is golden” policy is not enforced. Outside food is permitted.
Monday, 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.
This training is for teachers, administrators, couselors,social workers, school personnel, professionals and parents.
Dr. James Ball, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst-Doctoral, is the President/CEO of JB Autism Consulting. He has been in the field of autism for over twenty-five years providing
educational, residential, and employment services to children and adults affected by autism. He is also the Director of Clinical Services for New York Families of Autistic Children
(NYFAC), a private not-for-profit organization providing support and training for children and families in New York City. He provides private consultation to organizations, schools, and
families regarding staff training, parent training, home support services, classroom design/support, and behavior management/assessment.
Register by calling the ASGC (216) 556-4937 or e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Checks should be made payable to the ASGC, and mailed to P.O. Box 41066, Brecksville, OH 44141.
Tuesday, January 12, 2010- Jennifer Might, MA, BCBA Owner of Steps Behavioral Consulting, Avon Lake
7:00- 9:00 PM, Avon Lake Library,
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
Bring your friends and
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.
January, 2010 newsletter Now Available
http://www.admail.net/file/6401/9f09/
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Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
P.O. Box 43027
Cincinnati, OH 45243-0027
513-561-2300
Fax: 513-561-4748
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www.autismcincy.org
Saturday, 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
www.autismsociety-dayton.org
Thursday, January 28, 2010: Navigating the Ohio Medicaid Waiver Program
Presented by Marla Root, Advocate with Step-by-Step Academy
January 28, 2010, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Miami Valley Regional Center, 4801 Springfield Street, Dayton, OH 45431
An overview of state agencies serving individuals with disabilities will be
given. Participants will gain information about the various Medicaid options
and waiver programs offered in the state of Ohio. Eligibility, types of
services, and the application process will be reviewed. Refreshments will
be served.
RSVP to: Shelli This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 937.912.5460
About our speaker: Marla Root is a medicaid specialist and parent advocate
with Step By Step Academy and has worked with hundreds of families
throughout Ohio. She has provided presentations for many organizations such
as OCALI, Franklin Co. Children's Services, and the Ohio Center for the
Deafblind Education. Marla has been advocating for funding and services
since 1998 when her son was diagnosed with autism. Marla is currently a
board member for the ASA-Autism Society of Ohio and has a Bachelor of
Science Finance degree from Frankin University.
This workshop is sponsored by the Autism Society of America: Dayton
Chapter. This workshop is free and open to the public. You do not need to
be a member of the autism society to attend.
Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton
Click HERE
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Autism Society of NW Ohio
4848 Dorr Street Suite 1
Toledo, OH 43615
phone: 419-578-2766 (419-578-ASNO)
fax: 419-536-5038
e-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
website: www.asno.org
NEW Autism/ASD Support Group to start January 12, 2010
This group will meet the 2nd Tuesday of the month at our office 4848 Dorr Street, Toledo (house with the red door) from 6:30 - 8 pm and is for families of children with classic autism, newly diagnosed families, and families of younger children with an ASD diagnosis. Facilitated by Linell Weinberg and Katie Sarver.
Asperger Parent support group January 25, 2010
The next meeting of the Asperger Family members support group will be Monday, January 25, 2010 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm here at the office, 4848 Dorr Street. We are in the house with the red door.
Practical Solutions - New Flyer Just mailed out and available on our website!
The Winter/Spring 2010 flyer went to the Post Office today so look for it in the mail. We have a terrific line up of speakers including:
January 28 & 29 Glenis Benson Communication Deficits in Individuals wtih AS and HFA
February 24 & 25 Paul Wehman, Ph. D. Transition for Youth with Autism - School to Adulthood: What Teachers and Parents Need to Know!
March 10 & 11 Susan Wilczynski - Autism Treatments that Work: The National Standards report
March 15 - Dessert and Coffee follow-up to Autism Treatments that Work
March 24 & 25 Kim Renner - Toilet Training Your Child with Autism
April 14 & 15 Gail Klayman - Easing the Stree of Healthcare Encounters for Individuals with ASD
April 21 & 22 Sheila Wagner - Building Successful Inclusion Programs for Students with ASD: Facing the Challenges, Pitfalls and Joy!
May 5 & 6 Dr. Jed Baker - NO MORE MELTDOWNS: Managing Challenging Behaviors and Teaching Social Skills
You may download the flyer from our website.
These workshops are partially funded by a grant from the Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
Purchase a Fan Club card and Benefit ASNO!
http://www.fanclubcard.com/OurCharities.aspx
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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
www.triautism.com
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Upcoming Events, Conferences:
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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FRIDAY JAN 8, 2010 - THE HORSE BOY OPENS in COLUMBUS
At Gateway Film Center
An intensely personal yet epic spiritual journey, The Horse Boy follows one Texas couple and their autistic son as they trek on horseback through Outer Mongolia in an attempt to find healing for their son. When two-year-old Rowan was diagnosed with autism, Rupert Isaacson, a writer and former horse trainer, and his wife Kristin Neff, a psychology professor, sought the best possible medical care for their son—but traditional therapies had little effect. Then they discovered that Rowan has a profound affinity for animals—particularly horses—and the family set off on a quest that would change their lives forever. Watch the trailer and visit the HORSE BOY website at http://www.horseboymovie.com
Gateway Film Center
1550 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43201-1121
(614) 545-2241
www.gatewayfilmcenter.com
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Monday January 11, 2010 - Autism 101: an introduction to autism spectrum disorders, Childrens Medical Center of Dayton
The Childrens Medical Center of Dayton is pleased to present Autism Educational Sessions
designed to provide up to date educational information to parents of children affected by autism spectrum disorders.
Please join us at Dayton Childrens
Monday January 11, 2010 5:30-7:30
Outpatient Care Center, Lower Level, Room A
For Autism 101: an introduction to autism spectrum disorders
For more information or to register, please call 937-641-3401, select option 2
There may be a nominal fee for participation although sessions are offered without charge to active military families.
Topics will be offered monthly, and will cover areas of interest including behavior management, toilet training, teaching new skills, building social skills, and community resources
Child care is not available for this event at this time.
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010: Akron Rotary Camp Support Group presents IEP Soup
"IEP Soup- A little bit of this a little bit of that by Judy Marks from Autism Advocates & Consultants LLC"
What: Informational Meeting
Start Time: Tuesday, January 19 at 10:00am
End Time: Tuesday, January 19 at 12:00 Noon
Where: Rotary Camp
To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:
http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=216054779937&mid=19c7ff0G3db1eee0Gd83b40G7
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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
www.arclucas.org
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Wednesday, January 27 2010: Is Your Child a Target of Bullying, Aurora
Wednesday, January 27 2010, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Presenter: Karen Lyke, Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities
Audience: Families or Professionals
Region: Southeast
Location: Howard Hanna Bldg, Doogan's of Aurora, 65 Barrington Town Square, Aurora 44202
Organization Name: OCECD
Contact Name: Lisa Brogan
Contact Phone: 330-995-5603
Cost: No charge
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Wednesday, January 28, 2010 - “Beyond Zero-Tolerance: Approaching School Discipline from a Special Education & Student Rights Prospective”, Independence
FREE Training sponsored by The Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilites along with Independence Ohio, 25 and Alive Group Presents:
Jennifer Martinez Atzberger, Supervising Attorney
And Katie Feldman, Attorney
“Beyond Zero-Tolerance: Approaching School Discipline from a Special Education & Student Rights Prospective”
This Training developed by The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland will cover:
* An Overview of the State and Federal Laws that Govern Education in Ohio
* How these laws pertain to discipline in both Regular and Special Education
* The Additional Rights and Protections Afforded to Special Education Students
* What Advocates for Families with Children with Disabilities should know to ensure that their rights are being protected
* Parental Rights During the Various Phases of the Special Education Process or Disciplinary Issues.
WHEN: January 28, 2010
WHERE: Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Drive, Independence, Ohio 44131
TIME: 6:00 Registration 6:30 – 8:30 Presentation
For More information, contact: Barbara Rutt, S.W.A., Parent Training Coordinator
OCECD-Cleveland Office
440-617-9544 - Office
440-617-9547 - Fax
800-694-6402 - Toll Free
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www.ocecd.org
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Thursday, January 21 2010: Introduction to Ohio’s Academic Content Standards, Cleveland Area
Thursday, January 21 2010, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
This workshop centers around the academic content standards, whey we have them, how they were created, and how children are tested on them. The purposes of the workshop are to:
Increase families' knowledge of Ohio's academic content standards and testing system;
Provide opportunities for families and educators to talk about academic content standards; and
Give families tools and information to help them monitor and contribute to their children's progress in school.
Audience: Families or Professionals
Region: South
Location: 5811 Canal Road, Valley View 44125
Organization Name: State Support Team Region 3
Contact Name: Terri McIntee
Contact Phone: 216-524-2770
Website URL: www.esc-ccc.org
Cost: No charge
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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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March 19, 20, 21, 2010 - People First of Ohio Annual Conference, Wilmington
Let Freedom Ring on PEOPLE FIRST OF OHIO
SURVIVOR ISLAND
March 19, 20, 21, 2010
Robert's Convention Center
123 Gano Rd., Wilmington, Ohio
Exit 50 off I-71
Holiday Inn at the Robert's Convention Center
Cost: $165.00 per person includes "6" meals.
Everyone attending must pay this amount due to the cost of food. We make no money on our conference.
Hotel cost: $97.18, tax included and you may put 4 in a room. You must make your own reservations with the hotel:
Holiday Inn at the Robert's Convention Center
1-937-283-3200
Other Hotels with trnsportation to the Robert's Convention Center:
Hampton Inn Suites, Wilmington
1-937-382-4400
Holiday Inn Express, Wilmington
Registration must be received by February 20, 2009. Registration will increase after this date to $190.00
Click here for Confernece information and updates:
http://www.peoplefirstohio.org
Register Now and send to:
People First of Ohio
P.O. Box 988
Mt. Vernon, Ohio 43050
People First of Ohio Conference 2010
March 19, 20, 21
"Let Freedom Ring on People First Survivor Island"
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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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Monday, May 24 – Sunday, May 30, 2010: The Autism One & Generation Rescue - Autism Redefined 2010 Conference, Chicago
Westin O’Hare Hotel, Chicago, Illinois
Conference details will be posted soon at www.autismone.org.
Registration opens this week.Conference details will be posted soon at www.autismone.org.
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Tuesday, June 22, 2010 - 8th Annual Milestones Autism/Asperger's Conference - Life-Long Strategies for Success, Cleveland Area
Executive Caterers at Landerhaven
For more info visit www.milestones.org
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General News, Articles, Information:
Article: Hormone studied as possible autism treatment
Researchers say oxytocin, a hormone released during childbirth and sex, may help treat symptoms of autism in young people. Doctors at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York report patients showed improved behavior and recognition of emotional cues after receiving the hormone both nasally and intravenously in a recent trial. http://www.upi.com/Health_News/2009/12/28/Love-hormone-may-reduce-autism-symptoms/UPI-14861262033398/
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Books, Resources, Products:
DD Quarterly E-Newsletter - Winter 2009
News from the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council
Text version: http://olrs.ohio.gov/ddq/ddqwinter091.htm
PDF version: http://olrs.ohio.gov/ddq/DDQWinter091.pdf
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