April 5, 2010
Dear Friend of the Autism Society of Ohio:
News From ASO:
-April is Autism Awareness Month!
· Put on the Puzzle!
· Spread the word!
· Put more on your plate!
· Make a difference!
· Connect with your neighborhood!
· Watch a movie!
· About National Autism Awareness Month
- OCALI Conference Call for Proposals now Open
-DODD Introduces Family Chat!
-From ODEducation-Office for Exceptional Children: Ohio Core Curriculum and Students with Disabilities
-DD Council Seeks Applicants for Membership
- Join us for Autism Awareness Day at the Ohio Statehouse on April 14
- Autism Society of Ohio 2009 Programs and Services Report now Available!
- Autism Society of Ohio now on Twitter!
- Federal Update/Alerts
Announcing 2009 IACC Summary of Advances in Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
- Autism Society of America
Autism Society to Open NASDAQ on April 5
"Arthur"® Explores Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism Society of Greater Akron
April
· Thursday, April 22, 2010-Pump it Up in Harville is hosting Bounce for Autism
· Wednesday, April 28, 2010-Fundraiser to benefit individuals and families affected by autism, dinner at Bricco Restaurant
May
· Tuesday, May 18, 2010- ASPIES Greater Akron presents OCR (Atty. Chandra Bowling) & OCECD (Karen Lyke) What Parents and Educators Need to Know About Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act
- Autism Society of Central Ohio
April
· Thursday, April 22, 2010, Bounce for Autism at
Pump It Up Plain City, Ohio
· Tuesday April 27, 2010- WOSU will offer a free screening of “The Horse Boy” at
OCALI (470 Glenmont Ave.)
May
· Tuesday, May 25, 2010 – Maureen Geraghty, Ph.D. will return to discuss dietary
intervention and management. (This date has been changed.)
June
· Tuesday, June 29, 2010 – Summer Support Group Meeting
- Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
April
· Friday, April 9, 2010-Autism Awareness Wine Tasting Whole Foods, Mason
· Saturday, April 10, 2010-Cincinnati Autism Awareness Day with the Cincinnati Reds
· Wednesday, April 14, 2010 Awareness Day at the Statehouse in Columbus-Bus Caravan
· Thursday, April 22, 2010 Bounce for Autism Pump It Up, West Chester
· Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 22, 23 and 24 Collaborative Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorder, Cincinnati Children’s Hospital
· Exciting news! Fun and Fit Recreation Directory is now online!
- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland
April
· April 5, 2010: Preparing Students for College
- Autism Society of Dayton
April
· April 15 Support Group Meeting: We will welcome Maggie Gehler who will
speak on Strengthening Relationships When You Have a Special Needs Child.
· April 24 Third annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM- They are in need of volunteers please contact Nancy Bernotaitis at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you can help
· Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton
- Autism Society of NW Ohio
April
· April 14 & 15 Gail Klayman - Easing the Stress of Healthcare Encounters for Individuals with ASD
· April 21&22 Shelia Wagner-Building Successful Inclusion Programs for Students with ASD:Facing the Challenges, Pitfalls and Joy!
May
· Sunday, May 2, 2010: Autism Society Family Event Day at the Mud Hen's
· May 5 & 6 Dr. Jed Baker - NO MORE MELTDOWNS: Managing Challenging Behaviors and Teaching Social Skills
· Contact our office NOW for your application to the Autism Society of
Northwest Ohio 2010 Extended School Year Summer Program. This program
is for students ages 3- 22 who have a clinical diagnosis or
educational qualification of autism (spectrum disorder).
· Purchase a Fan Club card and Benefit ASNO!
· It is time to REREGISTER for the Kroger Community Rewards program
to help us raise money for ASNO. Didn't register before? You can sign
up to help NOW. This program won't cost you anything, but it helps us
every time you use your Kroger card.
- Autism Society of SE Ohio
- Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)
Upcoming Events:
-Monday, April 5, 2010: NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars
-Tuesday, April 6 and Wednesday, April 7, 2010: "Paper Words, Discovering and Living with My Autism", Toledo
- Thursday, April 8, 2010: Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Training, Columbus
- Tuesday, April 8, 2010 – "How the legal system can work to help special needs children at school.", Toledo
- Thursday, April 8, 2010 - A Place Called Acceptance-A Webinar on the Topic of Autism and Disability Ministry
- Friday, April 9, 2010 Developing Positive Behavior Interventions at Home, Shaker Heights
- Monday, April 12, 2010, ASD Understanding the MISUNDERSTOOD @ school, @ home, IN LIFE, Ashtabula
- Tuesday April 13, 2010: Speaker: Chris Filler Autism Awareness Month
-Tuesday, April 13, 2010: "Autism Awareness Symposium", Bryan
-Tuesday, April 13, 2010: Judy Marks Presenting on Special Education “Advocacy 101”, Tallmadge
-Tuesday, April 13, 2010: Autism 101-Come Learn the Basics of Autism, North Canton
-Wednesday, April 14, 2010: VizZle™ Training - Independent Work, Shaker Heights
- Saturday April 17, 2010: 8th Annual Walk and 4th Annual Cruise In For A Cure, Portsmouth
-Saturday, April 17, 2010, Benefit Concert for West Central Ohio Autism Community, Lima
-Monday April 19, 2010: NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars
- Monday- Thursday, April 19-22, 2010: Steps Toward Independence and Responsibility, Self Advocates Training, Columbus
- Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - Negotiation Skills - Key to Successful Communication with Professionals, Honorable Charles D. Abood, Toledo
-Wednesday, April 21, 2010: Make & Take Visuals - Advanced Training on Picasa, Shaker Heights
-Wednesday, April 21, 2010: Free Training - Seclusion and Restraints, Columbus
-Thursday, April 22, 2010: Free Parent and Caregiver Training -Taking The Sting Out of Behavior, Toledo
- Monday and Tuesday April 26th and 27th, 2010: PECS Basic Training, Columbus
- Tuesday, April 27, 2010: Can Social Security Help a Child with Autism?, Shaker Heights
- Tuesday and Wednesday, April 27th & 28th 2010: Tenth annual Multiple Perspectives on Access, Inclusion & Disability, Ohio State University
- Wednesday, April 28, 2010, Options for Tomorrow, Future Care Planning for Families and Individuals with Disabilities, Toledo
- Friday, April 30 Bittersweet Farms Presents Adults with Autism Advancing Awareness, Toledo
-Saturday, May 1, 2010-Jazz For A Cauzz An evening of Dinner and Entertainment, Wapakoneta
-Sunday, May 2, 2010, OASIS MINI SEMINAR WITH KRISTEN WILCOCK, Wooster
-Monday, May 3, 2010: NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars, 2:00 pm Eastern
- Tuesday, May 4, 2010: Understanding & Differentiating the Autism Spectrum & Related Conditions in Children & Adolescents, Dayton
-Tuesday, May 4, 2010: a FREE Educational Seminar-How to Obtain Support Services and Resources for Your Loved Ones with Autism and Other Special Needs, Highland Heights
-Monday and Tuesday, May 10-11, 2010: Gateways Conference, Columbus
-Wednesday, May 12, 2010: Educational forum titled: Early Childhood Development: “Putting the Pieces Together”, Cleveland
-Wednesday and Thursday May 12-13 2010 Professional Development Opportunity Guard and Reserve Institute: Supporting Children of the National Guard and Reserve, Cincinnati
- Monday, May 17, 2010 - 5th Annual Project MORE Conference: “Project MORE- An Investment in Innovation: Teaching Children with Disabilities to Read”, Bowling Green
-Monday, May 17, 2010-NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars
-Sunday, May 16th, 2010-RUN FOR AUTISM in the Cleveland Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K
-Sunday, May 16, 2010-Third Annual Wrestle Against Autism, Ohio State University
-Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Transition from School to Adult Life Chris Filler, Toledo
-Thursday, May 20,2010- Free Parent and Caregiver Training -All About Reading, Toledo
- Monday, May 24 – Sunday, May 30, 2010: The Autism One & Generation Rescue - Autism Redefined 2010 Conference, Chicago
-Monday, May 24 and Tuesday May 25, 2010: Two Day Training Integrating ABA in the Classroom: Para-Professional Training Students Pre-K through 5th Grade, Aurora
-Wednesday, May 26, 2010- The Arc of Ohio Day at Cedar Point
- Wednesday, May 26 and Thursday May 27 2010: Our Choice: Living in the Community Conference for Ohioans with disabilities, their families and advocates Hyatt Regency, Columbus
- Tuesday, June 22, 2010 - 8th Annual Milestones Autism/Asperger's Conference - Life-Long Strategies for Success, Cleveland Area
- Monday- Thursday, July 19-22, 2010: Governor's Council on People with Disabilities 12th Annual Ohio Youth Leadership Forum, Columbus
General News, Articles, Information:
- New HBO film on Autism
-The Wrights Law Special Ed Advocate, March 30, 2010
-Disability council nominee with autism draws criticism for his views
-Final health care bill includes boost for Medicaid reimbursements
-Article: Keep a Big 'Bag of Tricks'
- April Newsletter from Milestones, Cleveland Area
-Article: How to Explain Your Child's Asperger Syndrome
Books, Resources, Products:
-Book: Siblings of Kids with Autism Speak Out
-Bowling Green State University's Autism Certificate On Line Program
-Monarch Center for Autism Upcoming Events
-Resource: March/April 2010 Issue of Parenting Special Needs Magazine
-OPRA to Introduce New Service Provider Directory
-Fox News Video: Girl with autism using Proloquo2Go-Augmentative and Alternative Communication on the iPhone and iPod touch
-Video: The Many Faces of Autism: From Behavior to Biology
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 top 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 or visit 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
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News From ASO:
April is Autism Awareness Month!
Help raise awareness of autism in Ohio! The Autism Society, the nation’s leading grassroots autism organization and the Autism Society Chapters in Ohio, are launching several family-friendly awareness activities to give people with autism and their communities a chance to celebrate National Autism Awareness Month in their unique ways this April.
Put on the Puzzle!
The Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon is the most recognized symbol of the autism community in the world. Autism prevalence is now one in every 110 children in America - that’s 13 million families and growing who live with autism today. Show your support for people with autism by wearing the Autism Awareness Puzzle Ribbon this month – as a pin on your shirt, a magnet on your car, a badge on your blog, or even your Facebook profile picture - and educate folks on the potential of people with autism! For suggestions and resources, visit www.autism-society.org/ribbon.
Spread the word!
Helping the autism community can be as easy as updating your Facebook or Twitter status! On April 1, the Autism Society is asking supporters to change their status on Facebook and/or Twitter to “Autism affects 1 in 110. Text “AUTISM” to 50555 to donate $10 to the Autism Society. Help spread the word: http://bit.ly/bUAVRf.” For the first time ever, supporters can now simply text “AUTISM” to 50555 to donate $10 to the Autism Society. 100% of your donations will go to support the Autism Society’s mission of improving the lives of all affected by autism.
Put more on your plate!
When it is time to renew your license plate, purchase an Autism Awareness license plate. Not only does this license plate raise awareness of autism, it also helps raise funds for the programs and services of the Autism Society of Ohio. All of the funds raised stay right here in Ohio – last year monies raised help fund the printing and distribution of the Ohio Parent’s Guide to Autism Spectrum Disorders, trainings in different parts of the state, advocacy efforts and the OCALI Conference. And you can order online! For more information, visit www.autismohio.org.
Make a difference!
There are several important bills moving through Congress that will have important effects on the autism community – safer educational settings (Keeping All Students Safe Act), better autism services (Autism Treatment Acceleration Act), greater financial independence (Achieving a Better Life Experience Act), better protection against toxic chemicals (Toxic Substances Control Act Reform), and more. For more information about this legislation and to take action to support it, visit www.vote4autism.org. Additionally, you can be a part of “improving the lives of all affected by autism” right here in Ohio by advocating with the Ohio General Assembly on autism issues affecting Ohioans – visit the Autism Society of Ohio website at www.autismohio.org and joint the Ohio Autism Advocacy Network.
Connect with your neighborhood!
The Autism Society and inflatable playground franchise Pump It Up are bouncing again with “Bounce for Autism” – over 100 community-based fundraising events that combine family fun with raising awareness and support for autism in locations nationwide that welcome children on the autism spectrum. The Autism Society of Central Ohio is hosting a Bounce for Autism in Columbus on April 22, 2010 at the Pump It Up location at 8200 Business Way, Suite F in Plain City, Ohio from 6-8pm. For more information, contact Kathi Machle at 614-873-7271 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . To register online visit www.bounceforautism.org and click on “Register” and search for Ohio. There also lots of autism awareness activities going on around Ohio. Visit www.autismohio.org and click on LOCAL CHAPTERS to find an activity in your area. But if you can’t find an event that suits you just right, create your own! 1Power4Autism is an online tool that makes it easy to mobilize friends and family and help make a difference. Visit 1Power4Autism at www.1power4autism.org
Watch a movie!
Did you know that something that seems as simple as going to the movies is not an option for many families affected by autism? The Autism Society is working with AMC entertainment to bring special-needs families “Sensory Friendly Films” every month. The movie auditoriums have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families are able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing. The special showing of How to Train Your Dragon was April 10. Up next is Shrek 4 on May 22, 2010. Sensory Friendly Films are shown in Ohio at:
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# AMC Ridge Park Square 8, 4788 Ridge Rd., Brooklyn, Ohio, 44144
# AMC Lennox 24, 777 Kinnear Rd, Columbus, Ohio, 43212
# AMC Newport on the Levee 20 (Cincinnati area), One Levee Way Ste 4100, Newport, Kentucky, 41071
For more information visit: www.autism-society.org/sensoryfilms
Or, you could see a movie about autism itself - the Autism Society is partnering with the Independent Television Service (ITVS) to support 70 community screenings of the new movie The Horse Boy, based on the memoir of the same name. In the film, Rupert Isaacson shares the inspiring story of how he and his wife learned to think of their son’s autism as an adventure rather than a curse, a beginning rather than an end. It will be shown in Columbus on Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 7:00 PM at The Glenmont Facility, 470 Glenmont Ave., 43214. For more information, visit:
http://www.pbs.org/independentlens/horse-boy/
About National Autism Awareness Month
Established in the 1970s to highlight the growing need for concern and awareness about autism, April is a special opportunity for everyone to educate the public about autism and issues within the autism community. With one in 110 Americans now being diagnosed, the need for services and supports are greater than ever, and this year the Autism Society hopes to raise awareness of the many issues faced by families affected by autism.
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OCALI Conference Call for Proposals now Open
Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) NOW OPEN - Call for Proposals for the 2010 OCALI Conference. Submit your proposal to present at the nation's premier event in autism, assistive technology and low-incidence disabilities. The deadline for submissions is Monday, April 19, 2010. Submit at http://conference.ocali.org/
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DODD Introduces Family Chat!
As a result of the Futures recommendations and the Empowering People implementation team, DODD has created a discussion listserv to encourage communication for families in supporting other families. Joining the group will come with responsibility to respect and protect each other with the information that is shared on the [family-chat] listserv. Family Chat is an opportunity for families to talk with other families either to share information or seek support. Check it out at
http://dodd.ohio.gov/futuresmore/famchat.htm
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From ODEducation-Office for Exceptional Children: Ohio Core Curriculum and Students with Disabilities
Ohio’s Office for Exceptional Children is exploring policies to help districts ensure that their special education students meet new state requirements for the Ohio Core. The Ohio Core requirements provide three ways for students with disabilities to meet graduation requirements:
· As a part of the transition planning process an IEP team for a student with a disability may decide that based on the student’s post secondary goals he/she will complete the required Core coursework. If accommodations are needed in these courses, they should be indicated on the student’s IEP. The IEP team also may consider using education options described in the information about the Core coursework to assist the student in meeting the course requirements. Core coursework should be noted in the postsecondary transition planning section under “Course of Study” on the student’s IEP.
· Based on the student’s goals identified in his or her postsecondary transition plan, the IEP team may decide to use the opt-out provision for the required Core coursework. The student would complete courses needed to meet the goals for employment or post-secondary education indicated on his or her transition plan on the IEP. This should be noted in the postsecondary transition planning section under “Course of Study” on the student’s IEP.
· The IEP team may decide that a student with a disability will meet graduation requirements solely by meeting the goals on the student’s IEP, as permitted by section ORC §3313.61(A)(1). This should be noted in the postsecondary transition planning section of the student’s IEP.
For additional information on the Ohio Core go to education.ohio.gov and keyword search Ohio Core.
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DD Council Seeks Applicants for Membership
***Applications due by June 1, 2010***
Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council consists of at least 28 members appointed by the governor. Members are people with developmental disabilities, parents and guardians of people with developmental disabilities, representatives from concerned state agencies, and nonprofit organizations and local agencies providing services to people with developmental disabilities. All members are appointed by the Governor for three year terms. The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council (ODDC) is currently seeking applicants for membership terms beginning in October 2010. Council membership must comply with categories listed in the federal DD Act. Openings this year will be for the following categories:
· two (2) individuals with a developmental disability
· one (1) parent or guardians of children with a developmental disability
All candidates for DD Council membership should have experience serving on committees, boards, or organizations. Such experience concerned with persons with developmental disabilities would be especially relevant. Applicants should have first-hand knowledge about developmental disabilities in Ohio .
It is very important that applicants have time to attend six meetings per year and serve on at least two committees. Each meeting of Council occurs over a two-day period.
Serving as a member of Council provides the opportunity to get involved and work in a collaborative manner with state and federal policymakers, state and local providers, and individuals with developmental disabilities and their family members. Council advocates to improve the system of supports and services for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families, and it conducts grant activities for the same purpose.
Governor Ted Strickland will appoint members for three-year terms beginning October 1, 2010, and ending September 30, 2013. Application packets are available from the ODDC office or you may download the application from ODDC's website at www.ddc.ohio.gov and must be completed and returned to the office by June 1, 2010. Applications may be requested:
By mail: ODDC, 8 East Long Street, Suite 1200 , Columbus , Ohio 43215
By phone: (614) 466-5205 or toll-free (800) 766-7426.
If you are leaving a message, please spell out your name, and give your address including zip code, and phone number
By email contact: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Join us for Autism Awareness Day at the Ohio Statehouse on April 14
Wednesday, April 14, 2010 will be an Autism Awareness Day at the Ohio Statehouse! And Autism Awareness Rally will be held on the Statehouse steps from 11am - 12 noon. The Autism Society encourages attendees to schedule meetings with their legislators in the afternoon and will work with anyone interested in doing so. The Autism Society will host a reception for legislators from 5-7pm in the Atrium of the Statehouse. Visit the ASO website at www.autismohio.org for complete details.
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Autism Society of Ohio 2009 Programs and Services Report now Available!
Did you know that in 2009, the Autism Society of Ohio answered over 330 telephone calls and almost 250 emails requesting information and support. The Autism Society DIGEST e-newsletter reached approximately 10,000 people each week. Find out all of the different projects, programs and services the Autism Society of Ohio worked on in 2009 on behalf all affected by autism in Ohio. Click here to see the complete Autism Society of Ohio Programs and Services Report.
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Autism Society of Ohio now on Twitter!
The Autism Society of Ohio is now on Twitter! Follow us at http://twitter.com/AutismSocietyOh. Welcome Chelswee (hooves6242), one of our followers!
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Federal Update
Announcing 2009 IACC Summary of Advances in Autism Spectrum Disorder Research
The Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee and Office of Autism Research Coordination are pleased to announce that the 2009 IACC Summary of Advances in Autism Spectrum Disorder Research was released and posted to the IACC website today in conjunction with the United Nations designated “World Autism Awareness Day” and the Department of Health and Human Services celebration of “National Autism Awareness Month.” The 2009 IACC Summary of Advances is a collection of brief summaries of the twenty research articles that the IACC felt made the most significant contributions to autism biomedical and services research in 2009.
Please feel free to visit the pages below for more information.
· IACC Home Page: http://iacc.hhs.gov/
· IACC News Update on the Summary of Advances: http://iacc.hhs.gov/news/news_updates/2010/news_2009_summary_of_advances.shtml
· The 2009 IACC Summary of Advances in ASD Research: http://iacc.hhs.gov/summary-advances/2009/index.shtml
* HHS Press release regarding National Autism Awareness Month: http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2010pres/04/20100401a.html
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Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:
Autism Society of America
Autism Society to Open NASDAQ on April 5
A group of Autism Society members will be ringing the NASDAQ opening
bell at 8:30 a.m. EST on Monday, April 5. Tune in to your favorite
business news channel on Monday to cheer on our families!
"Arthur"® Explores Asperger's Syndrome
Over the years, the popular PBS children's television show
"Arthur" has celebrated kids with all kinds of abilities and featured
many types of friendships. As part of season 13, "Arthur" will feature a
storyline about Asperger's Syndrome and friendship. Read more:
http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=fP4nGKtsMMdvdKWdGIbq_A..
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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
Thursday, April 22, 2010-Pump it Up in Harville is hosting Bounce for Autism from 6:00pm-8:00pm. More information will be coming shortly regarding registration!! You can create teams to raise more money for the Autism Society of Greater Akron!!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010-You are invited to a fundraiser to benefit individuals and
families affected by autism from 4:00pm -8:00p at Bricco Restaurant 1 W Exchange St.
Akron, OH 44308 (330) 475-1600; 20% of the proceeds from food sales will benefit the
Autism Society, Greater Akron Chapter Please call and make your reservations today
Tuesday, May 18, 2010- ASPIIES Greater Akron presents OCR (Atty. Chandra Bowling) & OCECD (Karen Lyke) What Parents and Educators Need to Know About Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act WHERE:Akron Children’s Hospital, ConsIdine Building 2 Perkins Square, Akron, OH 44308 TIME:6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (Dinner not provided)
YOU MUST REGISTER: Parents of children with disabilities and educators are invited to register for this free training on the OCECD website: www.ocecd.org
or by contacting Joy Spencer at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 330-745-5115.
DUE TO FIRE SAFETY LAWS, SEATING IS LIMITED!!!
(Walk-ins may not be accommodated!)
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The Autism Society of Central Ohio
286 Weydon Rd.
Worthington, OH 43085
(614) 284-6323
http://www.autism-centralohio.com/
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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 April 27, 2010 – WOSU will offer a free screening of “The Horse Boy” at
OCALI (470 Glenmont Ave.) followed by a panel discussion with
representatives of the Autism Society Central Ohio. Our meeting will be
held in the auditorium to accommodate the showing of the movie.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010 – Maureen Geraghty, Ph.D. will return to discuss dietary
intervention and management. (This date has been changed.)
Tuesday, June 29, 2010 – Summer Support Group Meeting
Thursday, April 22, 2010, Bounce for Autism
Pump It Up Plain City, Ohio from 5:30 to 7:30
The cost to participate is $7 for the ?rst child and $4 for each additional sibling. Parents
play for free! Parents are required to stay with their child -- no drop offs. Pump It Up
will donate all proceeds to The Autism Society. Advance registration is recommended
as space is limited to 150 children. Reserve your spot at www.autism-centralohio.com
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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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April 5, 2010: Preparing Students for College
6:30—8:30 PM
Independence Civic Center,
6363 Selig Drive, Independence, OH 44131
Gretchen Walsh, MSEd, Director of Academic Support Center for Students with Learning Differences, Notre Dame College She will speak on "Preparing Students for College" and share information about the Notre College program for those with Asperger's.
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Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati
P.O. Box 43027
Cincinnati, OH 45243-0027
513-561-2300
Fax: 513-561-4748
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www.autismcincy.org
Friday, April 9, 2010- Autism Awareness Wine Tasting
Whole Foods Market, Mason
6pm-8pm
$5 (100% to the Autism Society)
All are welcome
No reservations required
Saturday, April 10- Cincinnati Autism Awareness Day with the Cincinnati Reds
Come out to Great American Ballpark to cheer on the Reds as they play the Chicago Cubs on Saturday, April 10th as we commemorate Cincinnati Autism Awareness Day.
It is fun for the whole family and you can help raise funds and awareness for the Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati and improve the lives of those affected by autism.
Join us for a pre game rally at 11:30 at the Reds Fan Zone to get your awareness items and a special gift for all those on the spectrum from our home town Reds.
Our group tickets are regularly $22 but for this day only, you can attend for only $14 each.
Get your tickets today at www.reds.com/autism.
Saturday, April 14- Autism Awareness Day at the Statehouse in Columbus
Bus Caravan for Autism Awareness Rally - 11am-12noon
The bus will leave for Columbus a TBD promptly at 8:30am. We plan to return to Cincinnati no later than 4:30pm. All are encouraged to attend especially anyone affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders, including individuals with ASD, parents, passionate professionals and community advocates. No more than 47 individuals will caravan in a charter bus provided by ASGC to advocate and give strong voice to the issues of concern surrounding the autism community. Help us represent the interests of Cincinnati- we will be making appointments with our local representatives. We are asking that those interested provide a nominal payment of $5.00 to reserve a seat on the bus. This fee will be returned in the form of a box lunch. Make checks payable to ASGC.
Meetings with Legislators Advocates are encouraged to make appointments in the afternoon to see their legislators. If you need assistance with this, please contact the Autism Society of Ohio at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Legislative Reception - 5-7pm in the Atrium of the Statehouse
The Autism Society of Ohio is hosting a reception for legislators in the Atrium of the Statehouse. Constituents are encouraged to attend to meet with their legislators in a relaxed atmosphere to talk about autism issues. Representatives from the Governor's office, members of the Interagency Workgroup on Autism and Department Directors have also been invited. Those planning on attending the reception should plan on driving separately as the bus will be leaving before the reception.
Please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 561-2300 for more information.
Saturday, April 22, 2010- Bounce for Autism
Contact Pump It Up in West Chester for information at 513.829.PUMP
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 22, 23 and 24, 2010- Collaborative Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders
This conference is held at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital’s main campus on Burnet Ave.
Thursday- There will be an update of the latest research including information on sleep and ASD and nutrition. Our Keynote speaker will be Dr. Dan Coury from Nationwide Children’s Hospital.
Friday - There will be a day-long workshop focusing on behavior management and intervention by Dr. Ron Leaf, author of A Work in Progress.
Saturday- We are fortunate to have Kim Davis from the Indiana Resource Center on Autism as our keynote speaker. Her topic is “Reframing our Thinking about Autism Spectrum Disorders.” Saturday afternoon we will have an array of outstanding breakout sessions. For registration information contact Jennifer Brown (513) 636-8684 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Sunday, April 25, 2010: Cincinnati Reds game benefitting ASGC!
"Many events with proceeds going directly to the local autism community."
Start Time: Sunday, April 25 at 1:10pm
End Time: Sunday, April 25 at 5:10pm
Where: Great American Ballparks
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Autism Society of Dayton
P.O. Box 1013
Miamisburg, OH 45343
206-984-5760
http://www.autism-society.org/dayton_chapter
Thursday, April 15, 2010: Support Group Meeting
We will welcome Maggie Gehler who will
speak on Strengthening Relationships When You Have a Special Needs Child.
It is difficult enough to keep a relationship strong, but add in the demands
of a special needs child, and it becomes extremely challenging. Maggie will
share ideas on ways to build a strong foundation for your relationship that
will help your child be more successful, and the entire family be happier
and healthier. Meetings are held at the Miami Valley Regional Center, 4801
Springfield St., Dayton, from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM. Refreshments are served. Be sure to mark your calendars and RSVP to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
April 24 Third annual 5K Walk/Run for Autism from 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM- They are in need of volunteers please contact Nancy Bernotaitis at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it if you can help
Latest Newsletter from the Dayton chapter:
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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
Upcoming programs - visit our website for details
April 14 & 15 Gail Klayman - Easing the Stress 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
Sunday, May 2, 2010: Autism Society Family Event Day at the Mud Hen's
Game time 2 pm
Join us at Fifth Third Field for a day at the ballpark. As in past
years, we have reserved a section where we will sit together. Tickets
will be available at a discount price of $8 each from our office. For
each ticket you purchase, you will receive a chance for your loved one
with autism to throw out the first pitch. This year we will be in
Section 104 on the third base side. Two Mud Hen’s players will be
available before the game to sign autographs and kids can run the bases
after the game. Check our upcoming Family Event page for more
information. Tickets will be available in April.
Contact our office NOW for your application to the Autism Society of
Northwest Ohio 2010 Extended School Year Summer Program.
This program is for students ages 3-22 who have a clinical diagnosis or
educational qualification of autism (spectrum disorder).
Program Dates and Times
Dates:
June 28 - August 6, 2010 (six weeks)
Time:
8:30 am - 12:30 pm daily
Location:
University of Toledo Speech Language Clinic (main campus)
Cost: $2200
IMPORTANT: Applications will be due Friday, April 16 by noon in our
office.
Purchase a Fan Club card and Benefit ASNO!
http://www.fanclubcard.com/OurCharities.aspx
It is time to RE-REGISTER for the Kroger Communicty Rewards program
to help us raise money for ASNO. Didn't register before? You can sign
up to help NOW. This program won't cost you anything, but it helps us
every time you use your Kroger card.
SO please register online at
http://krogercommunityrewards.com to use the KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS
PROGRAM and shop like you normally do. Every time you use your Kroger
Plus card, you will earn money for ASNO!
http://krogercommunityrewards.com/
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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:
Monday, April 5, 2010: NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars, 2:00 pm Eastern
The Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) in collaboration with VCU-RRTC is offering a webcast series for parents, students with disabilities, and the professionals. Archived webcasts from previous years are also available. http://www.nextsteps.peatc.org/peatc.cgim?template=webinars#year3
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Tuesday, April 6 and Wednesday, April 7, 2010: "Paper Words, Discovering and Living with My Autism",Toledo
From: The University of Toledo Center for Excellence in Autism
What: “Paper Words, Discovering and Living with My Autism.”
By: Judy Endow, MSW Nationally recognized speaker, author, advocate and parent!
When:
Tuesday, April 6, 2010 - 6:30 pm
University of Toledo Main Campus
Health Science Human Service Bldg
North Towerview Blvd. - Room 1711 ABC
For Directions please visit:
http://www.utoledo.edu/campus/virtualtour/index.html
Free parking is available
AND
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
6:30 pm – Hilton Hotel
3100 Glendale Avenue
Toledo, OH 43614
Plenty of free parking!
NOTE: AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS!
This event is FREE and open to the public but you must register by calling 419-383-4438 or mail to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATION IS 12pm April, 5, 2010.
The first 10 people to register for each evening will receive a free copy of Judy’s DVD entitled The Power of Words (AAPC, 2009)!
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Thursday, April 8, 2010: Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy Training, Columbus
Pete Wright of Wrightslaw is coming to Columbus from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.at Wedgewood
Commerce Center, Powell, OH. This conference is sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association, Autism Society Central Ohio, OCECD and ODDC. Cost is $50/individual, $75/couple before March 18th and $65/individual,$100/couple thereafter. To register, call 614.263.6020 or go to http://www.dsaco.net.
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April 8, 2010 – "How the legal system can work to help special needs children at school.", Toledo
Learn what Advocates for Basic Legal Equality, ABLE,
is accomplishing for children in TPS schools and other districts. Presented by:
Ryan Wilson, Attorney at Law, Education Law and Civil Rights, ABLE.
8 to 9:30 a.m.
Margaret Hunt Senior Center
2121 Garden Lake Parkway
1.5 CEUs for social work, counseling and nursing.
Coffee and Tea will be offered.
Questions? Call Judy Paschalis at 419-725-7038.
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Thursday, April 8, 2010 -*A Place Called Acceptance-A Webinar on the Topic of Autism and Disability Ministry*, 2:00 PM- 3:00PM EDT
Join Kathleen Deyer Bolduc, author of Autism & Alleluias; Rev. Bill Gaventa, editor of the Journal of Religion, Disability & Health; and Ginny Thornburgh, program director of the Interfaith Initiative, American Association of People with Disabilities for this presentation on autism and disability ministries. The panelists will address:
• The gifts children and adults with disabilities bring to our church communities
• The transformation that can take place when we open our hearts, minds and doors to those who live with disability
• The steps we can take to become more welcoming to people with disabilities and their families
Webinar Registration: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/400446400[22]
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Friday, April 9, 2010 Developing Positive Behavior Interventions at Home, Shaker Heights
Presented by Stacy Cianciolo, Early Childhood Autism Consultant and Education Coordinator at Milestones: Friday, April 9, 2010, 1-2:30pm, Boardroom (A Building) at Bellefaire JCB, RSVP by calling 216.320.6805 or visiting http://www.monarchcenterforautism.org/upcoming-events
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Monday, April 12, 2010, ASD Understanding the MISUNDERSTOOD @ school, @ home, IN LIFE, Ashtabula
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Location: ACCSB 3914 C Court Ashtabula, OH 44005
Individuals on the Autism Spectrum are truly misunderstood. Their behavior is seen as being defiant and destructive, however it is usually an indicator that something has gone wrong in their world and they don't know how to express what is happening. This is just one of many areas where our kids and adults are misunderstood.
This workshop is open to parents, family, therapists, teachers and everyone who would like to learn more about ASD and those who live with it daily.
For more information contact Angel Thompson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010: Autism Awareness Month
Speaker: Chris Filler **Meeting cancellation notice:1. The meeting will be canceled if the Cuyahoga Falls City School District has a 'snow day'.2. If severe weather conditions occur later in the day a cancellation email will be sent no later than 5:00 pm. A notice will also be posted on the web site at zanesfoundation.org
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010: "Autism Awareness Symposium", Bryan
A.C.T Now, Ltd. and Special Moms of Special Kids is sponsoring an Autism Awareness Symposium on Tuesday, April 13th at 6pm at the Bryan Community Building, 1130 Buffalo Rd, Bryan, OH. Travis Breeding, whose book on his life with aspergers will be published December 2010, will be speaking about his life and answering audience questions. Open to the public. From 6:00pm - 8:00pm at Bryan Community Building. For more info contact Bonnie Kelly at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010:Judy Marks Presenting on Special Education “Advocacy 101”, Tallmadge
Learning basic steps to advocate for your child’s educational program. Overview of legal references such as IDEA, 504, and Discrimination on the basis of disability. Briefly covers Education, Multifactor evaluation, Least restrictive environment and Procedural Safeguards. Recommended resources provided. RSVP contact e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or phone 330-858-4388. Tallmadge library has a wonderful meeting room. Very informal setting. Caffeine and light snack. Did I mention FREE?
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Tuesday, April 13, 2010: Autism 101-Come Learn the Basics of Autism, North Canton
Presented by Jennifer Alexsonshk, BA in Special Education and mother of two girls on the Spectrum.
Autism 101 location is St. Paul’s Catholic Church in the North Room (downstairs), North Canton at 7pm. Please Call Jennifer Alexsonshk at 330-494-4053 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it with any questions.
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010: VizZle™ Training - Independent Work, Shaker Heights
Presented by Lauren Stafford, Monarch Teaching Technologies: Wednesday, April 14, 2010, 1-2:30pm, Boardroom (A Building) at Bellefaire JCB, RSVP by calling 216.320.6805 or visiting http://www.monarchcenterforautism.org/upcoming-events
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Saturday, April 17, 2010 8th Annual Walk and 4th Annual Cruise In For A Cure, Portsmouth
Hosted by the Autism Project of Southern Ohio on Saturday, April 17th from noon to 4pm at Spartan Municipal Stadium, Portsmouth, Ohio. Door prizes for cars, old time tractor show, Chinese Auction, vendor and informational booths, and great food and entertainment for the family. Rain date is set for the following Saturday. Any questions, call, write or email:
Wendy Potts, President
APSO
PO Box 888
Portsmouth, OH 45662
740-259-0055
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Saturday, April 17, 2010, Benefit Concert for West Central Ohio Autism Community, Lima
The West Central Ohio Autism Community is sponsoring a benefit concert on Saturday, April 17th at The Meeting Place on Market in Lima, Ohio at 7:00 PM. Musical entertainment will be provided by Jim Boedicker, Steve Shaw, Dave Dobner and Jeff Vermillion, playing a wide variety of musical styles and genres. There will be a 50/50 drawing and door prizes. Donations will be accepted at the door. And be sure to indulge in some of The Meeting Place's yummy coffees, pastries and sandwiches as well! April is Autism Awareness Month so please come support this worthy cause!
The West Central Ohio Autism Community serves individuals in Allen, Auglaize, Mercer, Shelby, Van Wert and Hardin counties and is a non-profit organization.
For more information, call Becky at (419) 998-4701.
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Monday, April 19, 2010: NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars, 2:00 pm Eastern
The Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) in collaboration with VCU-RRTC is offering a webcast series for parents, students with disabilities, and the professionals. Archived webcasts from previous years are also available. http://www.nextsteps.peatc.org/peatc.cgim?template=webinars#year3
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Monday- Thursday, April 19-22, 2010: Steps Toward Independence and Responsibility, Self Advocates Training
University Plaza Hotel, Columbus
Project STIR is a training program for self advocates and their supporters designed to
provide individuals with the tools to advocate for themselves, mobilize others
in advocacy and gain leadership experience.
Project STIR Covers
Knowing Yourself
Communicating Assertively
Problem Solving and Negotiating
Rights and Responsibilities
Self Advocacy and Self-Determination
Being a Part of the Community
Starting a Self Advocacy Group
Breakfast and lunch provided Tues and Wed
Breakfast provided on Thurs
Space is limited to 25 individuals. Agencies are encouraged to send two individuals with
developmental disabilities and one or two support staff. Agencies are also required to
commit to providing staff support to assist individuals with local advocacy
initiatives when they return home from the training.
Cost is $650.00 per individual and includes hotel accommodations, breakfast, lunch and
conference registration. Support staff costs are included in the individual registration. In the
past, organizations sponsored local individuals for this training. Again, OSDA is
hoping for this sponsorship and support.
For more information or to register, contact:
Ohio Self Determination Association
705-D Lakeview Plaza Blvd.
Worthington OH 43085
614/679-0194
Fax 614/846-5530
Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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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: thearc@arclucas.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website
www.arclucas.org
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010: Make & Take Visuals - Advanced Training on Picasa, Shaker Heights
Presented by Jeffery Richards and Tracy Milinkovich, Monarch School: Wednesday, April 21, 2010, 1-2:30pm, Training Center (A Building) at Bellefaire JCB, RSVP by calling 216.320.6805 (registration is limited to 6 participants); Some knowledge of Picasa is a prerequisite
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010: Free Training – Seclusion and Restraints, Columbus
Free training coming up on April 21st by Ohio Legal Rights Service. Registration information is on our website at www.ocecd.org. Seclusion and Restraints by Sue Tobin, Ohio Legal Rights Service
from 10-12, in Columbus.
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Thursday, April 22, 2010: Free Parent and Caregiver Training: Taking The Sting Out of Behavior, Toledo
Participants will learn how to work with children to eliminate inappropriate behaviors and how to teach children skills that allow them to self-monitor their actions. The difference between punishment and discipline will be dis-cussed. The various types of behavior and the techniques and methods for
working with behaviors also are presented. Presented by: Sandy Brickner Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities This event will take place at Family First Zone 1155 Larc Lane Toledo, Ohio from 6:30-8:30. Sponsored by: Lucas County Educational Service Center Parent Mentor Program and Children’s Options Department *FREE CHILDCARE WILL BE PROVIDED* To register please contact: Wendy Smenner, Parent Mentor 419-471-0384 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or
Rolita Noble, Parent Partner 419-380-5172 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Monday and Tuesday, April 26th and 27th, 2010: PECS Basic Training, Columbus, Ohio
Cost: $395 professionals/$295 parents
Workshop Hours: 8:00am – 4:00pm
The PECS Basic Training is appropriate for any parent or professional working with learners with autism, related disabilities and/or limited communication skills. This two-day training begins with an overview of the Pyramid Approach to Education. This includes factors related to establishing an effective learning/communicative environment. Specific topics include functional activities, powerful reinforcers, functional communication, identification and replacement of Contextually Inappropriate Behaviors, generalization, lesson formats, teaching strategies, error correction and data collection/analysis.
The training then goes on to describe the six phases of the Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) protocol. PECS begins by teaching an individual to request desired items, by exchanging a picture with a communication partner. The system goes on to teach discrimination of pictures and sentence structure. In the more advanced phases, individuals are taught to use attributes, answer questions and comment. PECS is an evidence-based strategy, with supportive research from countries around the world.
Please visit our website at www.pecs.com for more information. Online registration is available. Alternately, you may register via phone at 888-732-7462. The office accepts checks and purchase orders through the mail. In addition purchase orders may be faxed to the office at (302) 368-2516.
Please indicate discount code OH261 to redeem the 10% discount. This discount is only available until February 25th 2010!
Larger group discounts are also available! Please feel free to contact me directly with any questions via phone (302-368-2515) or email ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ). I look forward to hearing from you!
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Tuesday, April 27, 2010: Can Social Security Help a Child with Autism?, Shaker Heights
Presented by Dianne R. Newman, Shifrin Newman Smith Inc.: Tuesday, April 27, 2010, 1-2:30pm, Boardroom (A Building) at Bellefaire JCB, RSVP by calling 216.320.6805 or visiting http://www.monarchcenterforautism.org/upcoming-events
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April 27th & 28th 2010: Tenth annual Multiple Perspectives on Access, Inclusion & Disability
http://ada.osu.edu/conferences/2010Conf/main10.html
At the New Ohio Union on the Columbus Campus of The Ohio State University
Over 25 sessions including: First-Class Autistics, Second-Class Citizens: Employment, Education, and Autistic Self-Advocacy. Melanie Yergeau, Director, Autistic Self-Advocacy Network - Central Ohio/Ohio State; PhD Candidate in English, Ohio State University; Ari Ne’eman, Founding President, Autistic Self-Advocacy Network; Justin Rooney, Autistic Self-Advocate, ASAN-Central Ohio/OSU; & Noranne Cochran, Autistic Self-Advocate, ASAN-Central Ohio/OSU; Blogger, Prism Song. Click here for the full program. To register, click here.
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Wednesday, April 28, 2010, Options for Tomorrow, Future Care Planning for Families and Individuals with Disabilities, Toledo
You are invited to learn about our program and find out why . . .
5:00 – 6:30pm
The Hilton Toledo, Faculty Club
University of Toledo Health Science Campus
Reservations are required since seating is limited. There is no charge for this program.
Light refreshments will be served.
Please RSVP by April 21st to Ellen Harbaugh at 419-383-3645 if you can attend.
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Friday, April 30 Bittersweet Farms Presents Adults with Autism Advancing Awareness Program:
Keynote Speaker: Linda Walder Fiddle, Esq.
Start Time: 8:45 am Registration and Refreshments
End Time: 12:15 pm Closing remarks
Location:
Toledo Lucas County
Public Library
Huntington Meeting Room
325 Michigan Street
Toledo, Ohio 43604
Cost: $10 per person
$8 lunch optional
Questions? Contact: 419-875-6986 ext. 1236 or 1241 or email
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Saturday, May 1, 2010-Jazz For A Cauzz An evening of Dinner and Entertainment at Eagles in Wapakoneta, Ohio
Featuring Ed Zickafoose and the Faculty Jazz Quartet
Silent Auction and Door Prizes
Cost for this event is $10.00 (includes dinner)
Doors open at 6:00, Dinner at 7:00
Raffle tickets are $5.00 or 5 for $20.00 Need not to be present to win.
The WCOAC is 501c3 non-profit
For information on this event please contact:
West Central Ohio Autism Community
1414 Hill St. Lima Ohio 45801
This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 419-998-4701 (Becky)
Eagles
25 E Auglaize
Wapakoneta, Ohio 45895
419-738-3398
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Sunday, May 2, 2010, OASIS MINI SEMINAR WITH KRISTEN WILCOCK, Wooster
Time: 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Location: Wooster Community Hospital 1761 Beall Ave Wooster, OH 44691
Guest Speaker: Kristin Wilcock from THE SILVERLINING GROUP.
General Information:
It is the mission of The Silver Lining Group Early Intervention Centers to help bring children with autism to their highest potential by providing ongoing evidence based therapeutic treatment as well as training and supervision for families, providers, and the community
For more information contact Angel Thompson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Monday, May 3, 2010- NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars, 2:00 pm Eastern
The Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) in collaboration with VCU-RRTC is offering a webcast series for parents, students with disabilities, and the professionals. Archived webcasts from previous years are also available. http://www.nextsteps.peatc.org/peatc.cgim?template=webinars#year3
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Tuesday, May 4, 2010, Understanding & Differentiating the Autism Spectrum & Related Conditions in Children &Adolescents,
John Ortiz, PhD, May 4, 2010, Dayton, OH. For more information go to www.health-ed.com
or call 1-800-839-4584.
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Tuesday, May 4, 2010: a FREE Educational Seminar-How to Obtain Support Services and Resources for Your Loved Ones with Autism and Other Special Needs, Highland Hts
Please join us as the National Autism Association – Northeast Ohio (NAA NEO), partnering with Ken Vinikoff, of The Michael Carter Financial Group, present a free educational seminar to families of individuals with special needs at CEVEC 211 Alpha Park Drive Highland Hts, Ohio 44143 beginning at 6:30 pm.
1. Learn about the role of the Support Administrator in supporting individuals and families of persons with Developmental Disabilities. Hear Jeff Mackey speak about advocacy, and how to enhance one’s chance at success.
2. Learn about the Tools for Today and Tomorrow program and take a tour of selected resources that are available through the Tools website (by Linda Kresnye).
3. Ken Vinikoff will help you learn how to prepare for the financial well being of your loved ones withspecial needs loved ones. Discuss issues such as: Letters of Intent, Special Needs Trusts, Protecting Assets and Government Benefits. The Michael Carter Financial Group, together with the NAA-NEO, looks forward to an evening of education and resources for special needs families.
For directions :http://www.mayfieldschools.org/images/cevec/map.jpg
To register please email Andrea Pattison at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 216.544.1231 with any questions (e-mail strongly preferred). Deadline for RSVPs: April 30, 2010.
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Monday and Tuesday, May 10-11 2010: Gateways Conference, Columbus Polaris Hilton Hotel
Ohio Rehabilitative Services Commission in cooperation with numerous other agencies will sponsor this conference covering working with persons with ASD, visual impairments, access to higher education, self-employment, developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injury, etc. There will be special emphasis on youth transitions. For registration information, www.rsc.ohio.gov or contact Mike Kinney, 614.438.1724 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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Wednesday, May 12, 2010: Educational forum titled: Early Childhood Development: “Putting the Pieces Together”, Cleveland
The Discovery and Wellness Center for Children (DWCC) at University Hospitals Case Medical Center would like to invite you to our educational forum titled: Early Childhood Development “Putting the Pieces Together.” This educational forum will be held on Wednesday, May 12th at the W.O. Walker Building’s Auditorium from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event is open to mental health professionals, teachers, parents, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of early childhood development. Parking in the attached Walker Parking structure will be validated.
Agenda: 3:00 - 3:45 Registration & Refreshments
3:30 - 4:30 Educational Presentation (starting promptly @ 3:30)
4:45 - 6:00 Panel Discussion
Please join the DWCC, Nancy Roizen, M.D., Barrie G. Galvin, OTR/L, CIMI, IMC, and Christin Weyn, M.ED., NCSP for a discussion on this important topic. Seating is limited. Please RSVP by May 5th by calling 216.844.6252.
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Wednesday and Thursday, May 12-13 Professional Development Opportunity Guard and Reserve Institute: Supporting Children of the National Guard and Reserve in Cincinnati
Children of Ohio National Guard and Reserve members face unique challenges related to family member deployment and mobilization, as well as transition and family separation. This free, two-day session cosponsored by the Ohio Department of Education and Ohio National Guard is conducted by the Military Child Education Coalition. Learn more about and register for the institute by visiting www.militarychild.org.
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Sunday, May 16th, 2010-RUN FOR AUTISM Cleveland Marathon, Half Marathon or 10K
The RUN FOR AUTISM serves as OAR’s signature fundraising program. Eighty-five cents of every dollar raised through the RUN FOR AUTISM supports practical research that examines the issues and challenges that individuals with autism and their families face every day. As a charity partner of numerous races across the country, the 2009 RUN FOR AUTISM featured 750 participants in various races who raised $540,000 for autism research.
Currently, we are building our team for the Cleveland Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K on May 16th, 2010. As an active chapter of the Autism Society of America, I would like to invite your members to participate with OAR in this fun and rewarding event. With three races of varying length to choose from and beautiful views of downtown Cleveland, the race is enjoyable for people of all ages and athletic abilities - runners and walkers alike.
If anyone in your chapter is interested in finding a unique way to support autism-related causes, we would love to have them as a member of the team! We happily offer fundraising assistance, training advice, customized running gear, pre-race support, and a finish line celebration with friends and family to congratulate the participants. I would be glad to send you more information about the RUN FOR AUTISM and OAR. If you are interested in receiving materials, please email me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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Sunday, May 16, 2010: Third Annual Wrestle Against Autism
at OSU's French Field House. For more information, including an entry form, go to www.wrestleagainstautism.com.
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Monday, May 17, 2010 - 5th Annual Project MORE Conference: “Project MORE- An Investment in Innovation: Teaching Children with Disabilities to Read ”, Bowling Green
This conference will be held at Bowling Green State University's Bowen-Thompson Student Union (same location as the past two years) on Monday, May 17, 2010. Continental Breakfast & Registration will begin at 8:00 AM with the Opening Session at 9:00 AM. The Closing Session will conclude at 2:45 PM.
Invited Keynote Speaker (not confirmed): Mr. Arne Duncan, U.S. Secretary of Education; Other presenters include: Ms. Margaret Burley, Executive Director of the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities; Mr. Bob Holl, Co Founder, Reading-tutors
New-- Conference Fees (including meals and snacks): Early bird payment $50 by March 15th
For more information contact:
Amy Freeman, Project MORE Director, http://ohioprojectmore.org
Putnam County Educational Service Center, 124 Putnam Parkway Ottawa, OH 45875
Phone: 419-523-5951, Fax: 419-523-6126, Toll free: 888-319-3560
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Monday, May 17, 2010- NEXT STEPS Transition Program Webinars, 2:00 pm Eastern
The Parent Educational Advocacy Training Center (PEATC) in collaboration with VCU-RRTC is offering a webcast series for parents, students with disabilities, and the professionals. Archived webcasts from previous years are also available. http://www.nextsteps.peatc.org/peatc.cgim?template=webinars#year3
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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. Parents 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: thearc@arclucas.orgThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it
Visit our website
www.arclucas.org
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Thursday, May 20, 2010-Free Parent and Caregiver Training-All About Reading, Toledo
Participants will learn what basic foundational steps are needed to learn to read. Rhyme, rhythm, pictures, phonemic awareness are all discussed and applied with a hands on approach. Books such as Hip Hop Who, Good Dog Carl, and Chick Chicka Boom Boom are reviewed. Story telling techniques
will be demonstrated. How to recognize if a child is having difficulty readingand what some of the warning signs of a possible disability will also be dis-cussed. . Presented by: Sandy Brickner Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities This event will take place at Family First Zone 1155 Larc Lane Toledo, Ohio from 6:30-8:30. Sponsored by: Lucas County Educational Service Center Parent Mentor Program and Children’s Options Department *FREE CHILDCARE WILL BE PROVIDED* To register please contact: Wendy Smenner, Parent Mentor 419-471-0384 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or
Rolita Noble, Parent Partner 419-380-5172 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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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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Monday, May 24 and Tuesday May 25, 2010: Two Day Training Integrating ABA in the Classroom: Para-Professional Training Students Pre-K through 5th Grade, Aurora
This 2-day training for paraprofessionals will teach participants how to use Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies effectively in the classroom. ABA is not just for 1-on-1 teaching, it can be used in all environments. Participants will also get an opportunity to shadow and practice individual discrete trial training with a student diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
This training will be repeated four times during the school year. The presenters will go to your school and do a follow-up observation to help you generalize the skills you have learned into your classroom. Learn how to use ABA to more effectively in all areas of your classroom by practicing the following:
· Proactive behavior interventions
· Reducing errors to increase success
· Decreasing prompt dependency
· Shadowing for independence
· Creative reinforcement
· Easy data collection strategies
· Making the most of peer interaction
Presenters: Michelle Nameth Connor M.Ed., BCBA and Kiersten Johnson, Behavioral Therapist
Cost: $300 (including an observation of the participant in their school setting).
Certificate of Attendance Available. CEU 6.5 hours. This training will take place at the Arbor Education Center: 199 South Chillicothe Road #208 Aurora, OH 44202 from 8:30 am - 4:00 pm . Please contact Kiersten Johnson at 216-236-3336 with any questions.
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010- The Arc of Ohio Day at Cedar Point
Those of you who have signed up for an invitation will receive a brochure by regular mail within two weeks. You may also access the brochure by clicking on the following:
http://www.thearcofohio.org/sites/default/files/Cedar%20Point%20Brochure%202010.doc
We have a limited number of complementary tickets so please submit your request for tickets either by FAX or regular mail by 5 p.m. April 5, 2010, using the request form at the above link.
Discount tickets will be available for purchase through The Arc of Ohio, at Cedar Point, before Noon, on May 26th.
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Wednesday May 26 and Thursday May 27, 2010: Our Choice: Living in the Community Conference for Ohioans with disabilities, their families and advocate, Hyatt Regency, Columbus
Conference Highlights
Keynotes
· Steve Gold, Attorney & nationally known Olmstead advocate, Philadelphia
· Ann O'Hara, Director of TAC Housing Group, Boston
· Jim Dickson, Vice President/Legislative Affairs, AAPD, Washington, DC
Presentation of Ohio's 2010 Olmstead Plan
· Governor Strickland
· Ohio's Directors of ODODD, ODMH, ODJFS, ODA and RSC
Workshops
HOMEChoice, Long Term Care, Waivers, Transportation, PAS, Housing, MBIWD,
Advocacy Plans, and more
20th ADA Anniversary Celebration
Wednesday: Lunch & Dinner
Thursday: Breakfast & Lunch
Conference registration fee: $150
Contact the AXIS Center directly with other questions at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
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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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July 19-22, 2010: Governor's Council on People with Disabilities 12th Annual Ohio Youth Leadership Forum, Columbus
Ohio Youth Leadership Forum is coming!
Forum empowers students with disabilities with leadership and advocacy skills
The Ohio Governor's Council on People with Disabilities (GCPD) is proud to announce that the (YLF) will be held in Columbus, Ohio from July 19-22, 2010 at the Embassy Suites Airport Hotel in Columbus, Ohio.
All high school juniors and seniors who have a disability are invited to apply for this exciting, interesting and empowering forum. The application deadline is February 12, 2010. Applications are available at http://gcpd.ohio.gov/YLF/
delegates_info.asp.
The Ohio Youth Leadership Forum is dedicated to teaching community leadership and disability advocacy to outstanding high school juniors and seniors. Throughout the four-day event, students from across Ohio will have the opportunity to explore career endeavors and education options, learn from adult mentors with disabilities and hear from Gov. Ted Strickland, key legislators and members of the disability community. The forum is an excellent opportunity for students to network with their peers and learn how the needs of people with a variety of disabilities are similar and different.
Contact Information:
Donna Foster-Sillanpaa at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .usThis e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or (614) 438-1394
The 21-member Governor's Council on People with Disabilities, advises Ohio's governor and General Assembly on statewide disability issues. The Council is supported by the Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission the state agency that helps people with disabilities get jobs and become independent.
About the Governor's Council on People with Disabilities
The Governor's Council on People with Disabilities exists to:
Advise the Governor and General Assembly on statewide disability issues.
Educate and advocate for:
Partnerships at the local, state and national level.
Promotion of equality, access and independence.
Development of employment opportunities.
Promote the value of diversity, dignity and the quality of life for people with disabilities.
Be a catalyst to create systemic change promoting awareness of disability-related issues that will ultimately benefit all citizens of Ohio.
For more information, visit http://gcpd.ohio.gov/index.asp
General News, Articles, Information:
New HBO film on Autism
http://www.theautismnews.com/2010/03/22/a-mothers-courage-talking-back-to-autism-on-hbo-April-2/
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The Wrights Law Special Ed Advocate, March 30, 2010
Link to this issue: http://www.wrightslaw.com/nltr/10/nl.0330.htm
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Disability council nominee with autism draws criticism for his views
President Barack Obama's nomination of Ari Ne'eman to the National Council on Disability is drawing concern from some who are critical of Ne'eman's position that people with autism should be accepted rather than cured. They say it does not address people affected by more severe forms of the disorder. Ne'eman, the founder of the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network, has been diagnosed with Asperger syndrome. "He doesn't seem to represent, understand or have great sympathy for all the people who are truly, deeply affected in a way that he isn't," said a co-founder of Autism Speaks.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/28/health/policy/28autism.htm
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Final health care bill includes boost for Medicaid reimbursements
Last-minute changes to the health care reform reconciliation bill approved Thursday included plans to increase reimbursement rates in 2013 and 2014 for doctors treating Medicaid patients -- many of whom have disabilities -- and included increased funding for states to cover the costs. Many patients enrolled in the state-run federal Medicaid programs have reportedly been turned away by doctors and other service providers because of the program's low reimbursement rates.
http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2010/03/26/health-care-reconciliation-bill/7450/
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Article: Keep a Big 'Bag of Tricks'
http://specialchildren.about.com/od/behaviorissues/a/bagoftricks.htm
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April Newsletter from Milestones, Cleveland Area
https://app.e2ma.net/app/view:CampaignPublic/id:29737.6633304585/rid:0cc44c5ffe5e77263c9ebe562863a223
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Article: How to Explain Your Child's Asperger Syndrome
http://autism.about.com/od/aspergerssyndrome/a/AStellornot.htm?nl=1
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Books, Resources, Products:
Book: Siblings of Kids with Autism Speak Out
http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058292
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Bowling Green State University's Autism Certificate On Line Program
This certificate program is open to educators, speech/language pathologists, medical personnel, occupational therapists, physical therapists, school psychologists, school administrators, counselors, etc. Participants must possess an undergraduate college degree.
Five graduate-level courses are completed to earn the certification. All courses are co-taught with a practitioner and a BGSU faculty member and can be used toward the Masters Degree in Education with an emphasis in Special Education.
http://cobl.bgsu.edu/programs/asd_certificate/index.php
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Monarch Center for Autism Upcoming Events
http://www.monarchcenterforautism.org/upcoming-events
or call Karin Hess-Hopkins at 216.320.8658
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Resource: March/April 2010 Issue of Parenting Special Needs Magazine
www.parentingspecialneeds.org
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OPRA to Introduce New Service Provider Directory
(from the ODODD E-newsletter Pipeline)
Looking for a Medicaid Waiver or ICFMR provider?
The Ohio Provider Resource Association’s (OPRA) new Service Provider Directory will offer vital information for individuals with developmental disabilities, caregivers, and other support professionals, and will be available online at www.opra.org beginning the week of March 22.
Any provider (OPRA member, non-member, agency, or individual) can use the new online directory, and registration is free. Beginning the week of March 22, just click on the State of Ohio icon that you see at www.opra.org, to enter the new Service Directory Area.
This online guide will feature a comprehensive list of resources for individuals, families, and professionals searching for service providers in Ohio’s developmental disabilities system. The one-stop tool will enable users to find providers that offer services in the following areas:
Individual Options Waiver
Level One Waiver
Supported Living Services
Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFMR)
In addition, the new Service Provider Directory will be helpful to individuals with developmental disabilities and their family members, service and support professionals, and others, in identifying providers of the following services:
· Homemaker Personal Care
· Transportation
· Supported Employment
· Adult Day Services
· Respite Care
According to OPRA staff, the new Service Provider Directory’s interactive map of Ohio will include features to help users search for comprehensive listings of individual providers, County Boards, and private providers, and will be searchable by agency, county, city, or services. Providers that wish to be listed in OPRA’s new Service Provider Directory, will need to create an account with OPRA online at www.opra.org.
For more information contact OPRA at (614) 224-6772, email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or visit www.opra.org
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Fox News Video: Girl with autism using Proloquo2Go-Augmentative and Alternative Communication on the iPhone and iPod touch
Autism: there's an app for help. Monday March 29, 2010 Fox News in Tampa reports on a young girl using Proloquo2Go at home and at school. http://www.myfoxtampabay.com/dpp/news/whats_right/0329-autism-theres-an-app-for-help
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Video: The Many Faces of Autism: From Behavior to Biology
http://uctv.tv/search-details.aspx?showID=17653
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