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ALABAMA The ASD "Making a Difference" Conference Carol Gray - Bullying and Teasing Diane Twachtman-Cullen & Jennifer Twachtman-Reilly -Experiential learning and language development Cathy Pratt - Addressing Challenging Behaviors Liane Holliday Willey - Personal Insights into Asperger's March 6-7 Mobile, AL Adam's Mark Hotel & Resort www.asdconferences.com info@asdconferences.com 877-782- 7347 Birmingham Support Group Meeting March 7 St. Mark Methodist Church - 2901 Columbiana Road 620-9497 Huntsville Suport Group Meeting March 28 7am Grace Baptist Church - 2611 Pulaski Pike 256-859-1835 ALASKA 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Jo-Anne Matteo, MS, CCC-SLP, Donna Abadie, M.Ed May 19-20 Anchorage 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com CEU's offered ARKANSAS 2- Day PECS Training Workshop Lori Frost, MS CCC/SLP & Anne Hoffman, M.Ed March 17-18 Little Rock 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com AUSTRALIA Autism Behavioral Intervention - Queensland The Neuronal Experience - Marcy McCarthy March 1 March 3-14 Brisbane enquiries@abiq.org www.abiq.org 07-3264-2582 Auditory Integration Training March 10-21 Brisbane, Queensland Darling Point Special School enquiries@abiq.org www.aitresources.com earait@aol.com CALIFORNIA Seminario de Los Ninos Bien Educados A special parenting skill-building program for Spanish speaking and Spanish origin parents. March 1 Newhall Newhall Elementary School Auditorium Free childcare and Free materials 800-325-2422 MIND Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series - Winter/Spring 2003 March 5 Dr. Catherine Lord, University of Michigan Autism and Communications Disorder Center 4:00PM Conceptualizations and methods in diagnosing autistic spectrum disorders 6:30PM Facilitating shared enjoyment: Supporting peer relationships for children & adults with autism Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 (530) 754-8722 www.mlndlnstitute.org Fully Participating in your Child's IEP's? The laws that apply to special education, A parent's rights andresponsibilities, Steps to take before, during, and after the IEP, Where to get moreinformaiton... March 5 FREE San Rafael 415-491-1709 marinfape@attbi.com marinkirks@attbi.com TACA Costa Mesa Meeting Paul Roberts, Special Ed. Attorney, New Developments in Special Education Law March 8 2:30-5:30pm Costa Mesa Costa Mesa Vineyard Newport Church www.talkaboutcuringautism.org tacanow@cox.net Applied Behavior Analysis K. Dotts at Morgan Center March 11 Santa Clara $15 RSVP 408-241-8161 Days of Molecular Medicine 2003 Immunotherapy: A Technology Platform for Molecular Medicine March 13- 15 La Jolla imm.ucsd.edu Nutritional Interventions for Individuals with Autism: Evaluating Food Sensitivities, Launching a Gluten Free/Casein Free diet, and use of nutritional supplements. Kathy Kaufmann, RD, CCN, of Nutrition Solutions March 20 7:30-9:30pm Santa Clara Parents Helping Parents www.php.com 408-727-5775 lrmecook@earthlink.net $5 for current php members, $10 for others Autism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Jeanie McAfee, Kathleen Quill, Jerry & Mary Newport, and Diane Murrell. March 20-21 San Diego www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727
Theory of Mind/Pragmatic Language Workshop SantaClara March 22 9:30a-4:30p FEAT of Greater Bay Area www.php.com 408-727-5775 FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public Mar. 24 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@feat.org Behavior Analysts, Inc - 2003 Training Division Calendar: March 24-25: Solutions for Language Training March 26: Teaching Play and Social Skills April 7: Assessment of Basic Language & Learning Skills April 8-10: Teaching Verbal Behavior April 28-May 1 Teaching Children with Language Delays July 22-23 Solutions for Language Training July 24 Teaching Play and Social Skills July 28 Assessment of Basic Language & Learning Skills July 29-31 Teaching Verbal Behavior August 25-28 Teaching Children with Language Delays All workshops run 9a-4p And are held at: Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton St Concord www.behavioranalysts.com/ winkler@behavioranalysts.com 925-210-9370
x 100 carroll@behavioranalysts.com 925-210-9370 NonVerbal Learning Disorder Association Dr. Meryl Lipton, Michael Wooden, PhD, Nancy Bell, Michelle GarciaWinner March 28-29 150.00 per day San Francisco www.NLDline.com www.NLDA.org 831-624-3542 Biomedical and Education Interventions Conference Dietary issues, Digestive system, Heavy Metals & Chelation, and Education Issues. April 5 Fullerton http://www.danasview.net/confrenc.htm $35 until March 1, then $50 Spectrum Center Presents: Saturday Series on Autism Low cost workshops for parents and professionals who work with children with Autism. These workshops are designed to share the very latest effective strategies for working with children with Autism, and to provide practical alternatives for parents and professional staff. Stephanie Martin, Autism Behavior Analyst Strategies for evaluating the quality of your child's classroom and in-home autism services. April 5 9:30a-12:30p Berkeley Spectrum Cntr, 2855 Telegraph Ave 510-845-1321 rkeyworth@spectrumcenter.org Each Workshop fee, $25.00 per person,
Autism Rally for Awareness April 5 12-3p Sacramento State Capitol ddwisdom@earthlink.net ctlautism@aol.com "One Voice for Autism" - Autism Rally for Awareness & driveto push the Mental Health Parity Bill to include Autism and to get the FederalGovernment to help with skyrocketing Autism rates. A Conference is planned the next day to bring together all the different Autism groups in California to present a united front. April 5 12-2pm - free event April 6 - TBA Sacramento California State Capitol ddwisdom@earthlink.net jacobsen5@msn.com Parent Panel Discussion on Housing Options for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities April 8 Morgan Center 408-241-8161 MIND Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series - Winter/Spring 2003 April 9 Dr. lvar Lovaas, UCLA Department of Psychology and LovaasInstitute for Early Intervention 4:00PM Behavioral interventions in autism: Research strategies, basic assumptions, and strengths and weaknesses in treatment outcome data 6:30PM Are children receiving competent treatment? Questions about quality control, treatment outcome data, and supervision Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 (530) 754-8722 www.mlndlnstitute.org The Sound of Berard Auditory Integration Training April 10-19 San Diego www.we-exist.net/ait terries@execpc.com 858-278-9534 Run/Walk for Hope 2003 MIND Institute Third Annual Fundraiser and Grand Opening of the Institute's new building. April 12 1-888-324-0464 or kevin.duggan@ucdmc.ucdavis.edu Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. April 4-13 (Tentative) Orange County 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net Assessments and IEP's Workshop April 12 9:30a-4:30p Santa Clara FEAT of Greater Bay area www.php.com 408-727-5775 FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public Apr. 22 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@feat.org Spectrum Center Presents: Saturday Series on Autism Low cost workshops for parents and professionals who work with children with Autism. These workshops are designed to share the very latest effective strategies for working with children with Autism, and to provide practical alternatives for parents and professional staff. Dale Young, Autism Behavior Analyst Using Applied Behavior Analysis to reduce challenging behaviors. May 3 9:30a-12:30p Berkeley Spectrum Center, 2855 Telegraph Ave 510-845-1321rkeyworth@spectrumcenter.org Each Workshop fee $25.00 per person MIND Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series - Winter/Spring 2003 May 7 Dr. Anthony Bailey, Kings College London, Institute of Psychology 4:00PM The neurobiology of autism: Recent advances 6:30pm What is autism? Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 (530) 754-8722 www.mlndlnstitute.org The 2nd Annual PAR for Kid's Sake Golf Tournament The beneficiary will be the MIND Institute. May 12 Pleasanton Ruby Hills Golf Club www.par4kidssake.org 925-461-0501 eric.everson@par4kidssake.org FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public May 27 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@feat.org June 4 Dr. Sue SwedoMH, Pediatrics and Develop. Neuropsychiatry Branch 4:00PM OCD and the PANDAS subgroup: More than meets the eye (or microscope!) 6:30PM Obsessive-compulsive disorder in children: Are contamination fears justified? Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 (530) 754-8722 www.mlndlnstitute.org FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public Jun 24 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@feat.org Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. July 21-30 Dates tentative Laguna Hills 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. September 6-15 (Tentative). Costa Mesa 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net Cure Autism Now Fundraising Event "Heart and Sole Event" Seeking donatins and underwriting for this event. For donations, auction item donations, or underwriting opportunities, Los Angeles area please contact Dr. William Murphy: lagunamurphy@cox.net 949-494-5940 CANADA "Keys to the Treasure Chest" 3rd annual conference, "Mapping the Journey" March 7-8 Edmonton, Alberta 1-888-417-5336 - 780-488-9497 - info@keystotreasures.com www.keystotreasures.com The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) Training Workshop with Dr. Wendy Roberts Clinician Training - March 10 & 11 Research Training - March 12-14 Alberta Children's Hospital (Calgary) $200 for Clinical Workshop, $300 for Research Workshop Calgary Lynn Bachura Lynn.Bachura@calgaryhealthregion.ca or (403) 943-7976. Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendships for People on the Autism Spectrum Dr. Stephen Gutstein April 22-23 Winnipeg, Manitoba 204-787-5192 redpawns@yahoo.ca "Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendships for People on the Autism Spectrum." Featuring Dr. Steven Gutstein April 25-26 Toronto 416-890-0034 brookfield@sprint.ca $175 for 1 day, $275 for both days Play & Imagination workshop for those who have, or work with, Autistic Children May 21 Mississauga, Ontario bridgingthegap@btconnect.com www.bridging-the-gap.info Play & Imagination Workshop for those who have, or work with, Autistic Children May 22 Scarborough, Ontario bridgingthegap@btconnect.com www.bridging-the-gap.info Play & Imagination Workshop for those who have, or work with, Autistic Children May 26-28 London, Ontario bridgingthegap@btconnect.com www.bridging-the-gap.info Cycle for Autism - 2 Fathers of Autistic Children will be cycling across Canada in July and August, to promote Awareness of ASD, and raise $1,000,000.00 toward research in Canada. cycleforautism@sympatico.ca 905-832-3959 www.cycleforautism.com TOONIE FOR AUTISM DAY To raise awareness and research funds for Autism - an annual event in Ontario (the last Friday in April, in tribute to John Keating's kick-off to CycleUSA) and eventually, across Canada. This year, we will ask all mayors in Ontario to declare the last Friday in April TOONIE FOR AUTISM DAY Toonie for Autism Committee Autism Society Ontario http://www.autismsociety.on.ca/tooni/ index.htm COLORADO Walk or Run to support Autism Awareness and Research ! Sponsored by OARacle, the monthly newsletter of the Organization for Autism Research."Research and Resources that help Families Today" Join more than 1000 runners and walkers in one of five cities to help raise Autism Awareness in Colorado and funds for local programs, national advocacy, and Autism Research. This exciting event has something for runners and walkers of all levels, and the post-event celebration features family entertainment. www.autismorg.com Tom - 303-994-4061 Kim - 303-688-1995 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Andrew S. Bondy, PhD, & Lori Frost, MS, CCC/SLP May 29-30 Denver 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com CEU's offered DELAWARE Autism Spectrum Disorders: Vaccine Injury, Diet, Treatments - What happened? What can I do? Dr. F. Edward Yazbak, Dr. Andrew Wakefield, Dr. Stephanie Cave, Dr. Mark Geier & David Geier, Lyn Redwood, Dr. Tedd Koren, Dr. William Shaw March 29 8:30a-6p Newark Delaware Technical & Community College 302-633-4313 March29autismconference@comcast.net $20 by March 10, after that, $30 per person, $50 for 2 parents of samechild ENGLAND An introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis An introductory day for new parents, tutors, or those wishing to learn more about ABA and it's application to children with Autism. March 7 10a-4:30p London Finsbury Square 44-1255-851268 or 44-208-460-4151 Steve@pithouse9.freeserve.co.uk Introduction to Verbal Behavior Dr. Vince Carbone April 9-11 Manchester Britannia Sachas Hotel carole.roxburgh@btopenworld.net www.drcarbone.net High Functioning Autism & Asperger's Syndrome A two-day courseby Dr Tony Attwood Recent developments in social and emotional support Jun 4 +44 (0)1433 631 036 heg.hog@virgin.net FLORIDA "A System of Care for Children's Mental Health: Expanding the ResearchBase" March 2-5 Tampa Marriott Waterside rtckids.fmhi.usf.edu/rtcconference/ rtcconf.htm The TRUTH about Smallpox vaccine! Dr. Bart Espinoza March 3 6:30pm Ft. Lauderdale Double Tree Hotel autis@autismautoimmunityproject.org Attorney Skills Training An intensive training program for attorneys who represent children with disabilities. March 13-16 Kissimmee Hyatt Orlando www.copaa.net/docs/ conference.brochure.writer.pdf www.wrightslaw.com newsletters@wrightslaw.com Dennis Debbaudt Workshop For law enforcement, first response, and criminal justice professionals. March 20-21 Jacksonville & Northeast Florida ddpi@flash.net Dennis Debbaudt Workshop For law enforcement, first response, and criminal justice professionals. March 26 Broward County - Ft. Lauderdale area ddpi@flash.net 1st International Conference on Positive Behavior Support March 27-29 Orlando Raddison Hotel Cindy 813-974-0637 chipple@fmhi.usf.edu http://rrtcpbs.fmhi.usf.edu/ rrtcpbsconference/confanncmnt.htm 5th Annual Family Cafe Conference & Governor's Summit on Disabilities Keynote speaker: Robert H. Pasternack, Assistant Secretary for Special Education and Rehabilitive Services for the US Department of Education. The Dueling Pianos will provide an evening of fun. May 30-June 1 Kissimmee, FL Hyatt Orlando www.familycafe.net info@familycafe.net 850-205-4656 Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communication and Socioemotional Competence. Featuring Dr. Barry Prizant March 31 and April 1 Ft. Lauderdale janetballetto@cox.net barryprizant.com PECS Workshop in SPANISH September 22-23 Miami Brooke, 302-607-1461 bevans@pecs.com GEORGIA GiantSteps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist & SLP. March 1-10 (Tentative) Atlanta, 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net Dennis Debbaudt Workshop March 6, Columbus Georgia Law Enforcement Cntr www.asperger.net Georgia Conference and Workshop Dennis Debbaudt and Brenda Smith Myles Participants will be able to recognize characteristics of AspergerSyndrome at the elementary and secondary levels, develope social, academic,and behavioral interventions to facilitate school success. Implementstrategies to handle crises and stabilization, identify school resource officer issues, structure proactive options for parentsre providers, and educators. March 7 Decatur Holiday Inn Select - Atlanta www.asperger.net www.asaga.com Unlocking Autism "The Power of One" Confer Honorable Johnny Isakson - Planning & Preparing for the futureof a child with a disability. Nick Djurie & Joe White - EstatePlanning for Children with disabilities. Gary S. Mayerson - How to Compromise with your school. March 30 9a-4p Newnan Central Education Center 678-455-0432 dawnfo@adelphia.net 678-560-5889 HAWAII 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Susan Peterson, PhD, and Donna Abadie, M.Ed CEU's offered June 2-3, Honolulu 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com IDAHO 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Donna Abadie, M.Ed, and Anne Hoffman, M.Ed CEU's offered June 9-10 Boise 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com ILLINOIS The Matt Savage Trio Performances March 2 3pm Skokie North Shore Center for the Performing Arts 847-831-5100 x6501 Solving the Relationship Puzzle Opening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism Spectrum Dr. Steve Gutstein, PhD March 6-7 8:30a-4p Skokie Maggiano's Little Italy www.connectionscenter.com adcock@connectionscenter.com The BHARE Foundation Presents: The 2003 CARE Conference - Curing Autism through Research & Education Listen and learn about the latest cutting edge research and treatmentsby the top experts in the field of Autism! Andrew Wakefield, Cindy Schneider, MD, Erika BlakeT, OTR/L &Elizabeth Fraser, MS, OTR/L, Diane Twachtman-Cullen, PhD., CCC-SLP, Barbara Doyle, MS April 4, Hoffman Estates, 847-352-7678 www.bhare.org fax 847-891-1580 Arts for Autism Festival Proceeds benefit I-CARE (Illinois Curing Autism through Research and Education) Featuring: ScribbleMonster & his pals, Kevin Kammeraad, The Kievman, and more! April 12 1pm Chicago Heights Prairie State College James 708-957-7599 info@artsforautism.org Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communication and Socioemotional Competence. Featuring Dr. Barry Prizant April 28-29 Chicago janetballetto@cox.net barryprizant.com NATIONAL EVENT (US)
800-489-0727 INDIANA Parents Autism Support Group Designing an Effective IEP and Selecting Instructional Strategies Cathy Pratt March 3 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m. Oldenburg Academy, One Twister Circle Oldenburg Connie Burkhart 812-663-8742 Tcburkhart@aol.com Old National Trail Parent Support Group Designing an Effective IEP and Selecting Instructional Strategies Cathy Pratt March 13 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. Putnam County Public Library, 103 E. Poplar Greencastle Glenda Pate or Lucy Wieland at (765) 653-2781 NE Indiana Autism Parent Support Group Developing Effective IEPs: What Parents Should Know Cathy Pratt March 17, 7:00p.m. - 8:45p.m. Dupont Public Library, 536 E. Dupont Road Fort Wayne David Tremain (260) 493-6050 or dtremain@fortwayne.infi.net Autism Society of Southwestern Indiana Practical Instructional Approaches for the Classroom and Home Cathy Pratt March 24 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m. Memorial Hospital Jasper Pavilion Classrm, 800 W 9th St Becky Eckert (812) 634-9614 or Kristi Ketzner (812) 482-9495 | INDIANA Continued Inside Out: What makes the person with Autism/Aspergers tick? (Their heartbeat?) Michelle Garcia Winner - Exploration of the social cognition and it's impact on the school day; review of a multitude of practical strategies. April 24-25 9a-4p Indianapolis www.socialthinking.com cmorton@pacbell.net 408-557-8595 Hammond Parent Support Group Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Practical Suggestions for Family Members Cathy Pratt May 8 6:00p.m. - 7:30p.m. Hayward Brnch Library, 1212 172nd St. Hammond Alma Hogan at (219) 931-9880 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Anthony Catrogiovanni, PhD., & Diane Black, M.Ed July 14-15, Indianapolis 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com CEU's offered INDONESIA Auditory Integration Training April 20-May 1 Jakarta www.aitresources.comearait@aol.com 206-463-5237 KANSAS Support Group Meeting for parents & childn with ASD 2nd Saturday of every month Lenexa University of Kansas Regents Center 913-588-5988 www.autismasperger.org 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Andrew S. Bondy, PhD & Anne Hoffman, M.Ed April 7-8, Kansas City 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com KENTUCKY Discussing the BioMedical Symptoms & Treatments for ASD March 8 Louisville amgregor@aol.com 502-254-7733 $35 for non-FEAT of Louisville members, $30 for members LOUISIANA Under the Umbrella: A Global Perspective of Autism Keynotes: Dennis Debbaudt - Autism and Safety Issues Norm Ledgin - The Upside of Autism Other speakers and topics November 14-15 Lafayette Best Western - Hotel Acadiana 800-826-8386 www.lastateautism.org vpar3auadv@cox-internet.com MAINE 2-Day PECS Training Workshop JoAnne Matteo, MS CCC-SLP & Scott Helsinger, MS BCBA March 10-11 Portland 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com MARYLAND Parents' Place of Maryland's workshop, "Understanding IDEA '97, Part 2," has been rescheduled. March 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Leonard Hall Drill Hall, Leonardtown Continental breakfast will be provided, and admission is free. Registration is required. Please RSVP to Melissa at 301/884-4662. LINKS to Language Seminar Pamela C. Payne, M.S., CCC/SLP March 21-22 Laurel www.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@aol.com MASSACHUSETTS 4th Annual Full Court Charity Challenge To benefit the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc. and LADDERS. 22 teams, including one lead by Doug and Darren Flutie, will compete in a round robin basketball tournament to help combat autism. If you would like to enter a team or for other sponsorship opportunities, contact 508-270-8855 March 8 10:30am Basketball City 35 Lomasney Way, next to the FleetCenter dougiesteam@yahoo.com 508-270-8855 McCandless/Binstock Conference March 28-30 Massachusetts location to be announced Call for more information and to register! Seating is limited! 508-758-3200 fax: 508-758-3288 mccandlesshai@aol.com Children Making Strides Sponsored by Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism Conference Presenters include: Dr. Lauren Murphy, Russ Hoyt, Sue Constable, Dr. Daniel Rosen, Dr. Kenneth Bock, Dr. Lawrence Hirshberg Session Highlights include: Inclusion Grades 3-6, Biomedical Interventions, Using Neuro-Feedback, Sensory Integration to Increase Functioning, Current Research Regarding Diagnosis & Treatment of Autism, Exploring the Options, Educational Strategies April 4-5 Framingham Sheraton Framingham 508-759-6754 Berard Auditory Integration Training A Therapeutic technique that helps to hear low and high frequencies evenly, decreasing Hyper and Hypo- sensitivity to sounds, and which also helps with auditory processing and speech descrimination. April 19-27 Lowell ShardaEARS@aol.com One Day Workshop with Carol Gray Teaching Social Skills and Enhancing Peer Friendships May 5 Framingham 508-759-6754 LINKS to Language Seminar Pamela C. Payne, M.S. CCC/SLP May 18-19 Marlborough www.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@aol.com The SON-RISE Program Start Up A 5-day group training program for parents, professionals, relatives,and volunteers caring for children challenged by autism and related developmental challenges. June 8-13 Sheffield www.son-rise.org 1-877-SONRISE MICHIGAN Asperger Syndrome And Medication March 7 Presenter: Dr. Luke Tsai - Professor of Psychiatry & Pediatrics,U of M Medical School and Director of DD Clinic, U of M Medical Center. 1. Coexisting disorders, and the medical diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome. 2. Asperger Syndrome and the educational system and a discussion of programming. 3. Positive and negative effects of common medications used to treat individuals with ASDs. Wayne RESA 33500 Van Born Rd. Wayne www.autism- mi.org/calendar/springregprint.html Everyday Miracles Presents Lisa Lewis, PhD Author of "Special Diets for Special Kids, I and II" Dr. Lewis will describe recent research, which supports the use of dietary interventions for autistic individuals and detail the type of diet found to be most useful in reducing the digestive problems so common to autistic children. March 18 7-9:30pm Ferndale Zion Lutheran Church www. geocities.com/EverydayMiraclesAutism/ LynnGeorge@comcast.net Member fee $20 Non-Member fee $25 Autism Spectrum Disorder Sally Burton-Hoyle -and Kathy Johnson - Directors of ASM. Autism spectrum disorders, reframing behavior as communication, recognizing the relationship between anxiety, sensory issues and challenging behavior and how to develop a visual and social bag of tricks for home and school. Gaylord Holiday Inn 833 W. Main St. March21 Gaylord. autism-mi.org/calendar/springregprint.html Asperger Syndrome And Medication March 28 Dr. Luke Tsai Professor of Psychiatry & Pediatrics, U of M Medical School and Director of DD Clinic, U of M Medical Center. 1. Coexisting disorders, and the medical diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome. 2. Asperger Syndrome and the educational system and a discussion of programming. 3. Positive and negative effects of common medications used to treat individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Livingston ESA 1425 W. Grand River Ave. Howell www.autism- mi.org/calendar/springregprint.html Treating the Biology of Autism World leaders in autism research will explain why and how biologicalissues may have an impact on the physical, behavioral, and cognitive health of children with ASD. The presentations are geared towards parents, agency and school personnel, medical professionals and others. Kelly Dorfman, M.S., Boyd E. Haley, PhD., Woody McGinnis, M.D., Aristo Vojdani, PhD., M.T., William J. Walsh, PhD March 29-30 Pontiac (Metropolitan Detroit) Marriott at Centerpointe www.asaoakland.org/upcomingevents.htm 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Anthony Castrogiovanni, PhD & Mindy Glassberg April 10-11 Dearborn 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com Autism Society of Michigan Spring Conference 2003 Temple Grandin,My Experiences with Autism & Eustacia Purves Cutler, Autism and the Family Identity April 11 Sheraton Inn Hotel Ann Arbor www.autism-mi.org/calendar/ springconference.html Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. June 21-30 (Tentative) Big Rapids/Grand Rapids 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net MISSISSIPPI Gulf Coast Autism Support Network Support group for families, teacher, friends of children with Autism along the Mississippi Gulf Coast Regular speakers and resource information are presented. Every 2nd Monday at 6:30pm No Cost Ocena Springs Library at the Ocean Springs Hospital connie@moranconsultants.com 228-875-5647 MISSOURI 2003 National Autism Symposium Paul Shattock, Judith Miles, John Constantino, Travis Thompson, Ami Klin, Wendy Lawsom April 3-4 8:30a Springfield $75 for full time students, $95 for others 573-751-8667 www.modmh.state.mo.us mzellid@mail.dmh.state.mo.us NEBRASKA Autism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Temple Grandin, Eustacia Cutler, Becky Moyes April 24-25 Lincoln www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489- 0727
 NEVADA Autism/Asperger's Conference Dr. Tony Attwood - Understanding Asperger's Dr. Jeanie McAfee - Navigating the Social World April 29-30 7am Las Vegas Gold Coasst Hotel www.futurehorizons-autism.com tombari@lvcm.com 702-647-1230 800-489-0727 Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. October 18-27 (tentative) Las Vegas 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net NEW HAMPSHIRE The Matt Savage Trio Performance March 11 7pm Manchester Southern New Hampshire University www.savagerecords.com diane@savagerecords.com No Child Left Behind - Research to Practice Orton Gillingham - Subscriber Course Lindamood Bell - Visualizing and Verbalizing Wilson Fundations - Assistive Technology March 28-29 Concord Grappone Center www.nhida.org NEW JERSEY Visual Strategies for Improving Communication & Behavior Linda Hodgdon, M.Ed., CCC-SLP March 6-7 Newark Holiday Inn Newark Families & Professionals Working as a Team Lisa Lewis, PhD March 8 facsgroup@att.net www.autismfacs.org KICK-OFF Meeting for "A Knight to Fight Autism" Fundraising eventto benefit Cure Autism Now You will learn how you can become a part of the March 23 Medieval Times performance that will raise money and awareness while becoming a fun afternoon out. tristate@cureautismnow.org www.cureautismnow.org Social Skills Training for Children & Teens with Asperger Syndrome and Social Communication Disorders: A Workshop for Parents and Professionals. Presented by Jed Baker, PhD. March 25 jandbbaker@aol.com 973-313-1803 LINKS to Language Seminar Pamela C. Payne, M.S., CCC/SLP April 6-7 Clark www.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@aol.com Berard Auditory Integration Training Session April 18-27 Voorhees terries@execpc.com//we-exist.netait The Sound of Hope - an evening with Georgiana Thomas Terrie Silverman will also be speaking. April 24 7pm Mt. Laurel Mt. Laurel Radisson Hotel www.we-exist.net/ait terries@execpc.com 262-569-7828 Baseball for Autism Awareness Presents: Memorial Day Spectacular The Lakewood BlueClaws, affiliate to the Philadelphia Phillies Major League Baseball Team, join forces with New Jersey's Non-Profit Organization "Baseball for Autism Awareness" to host Autism Awareness Day 2003 at their beautiful 3 year old stadium. May 25 7pm Lakewood Lakewood BlueClaws Stadium mbmrja@msn.com 732-818-1145 COSAC presents the 21st Issues in Autism Conference Over 55 workshops, 50 exhibitors, and 2 Keynote Speakers: Carol Gray and Dr. Richard Foxx May 31 Atlantic The New Atlantic Convention Center Madelyn.Schiering@njcosac.org www.njcosac.org Ninth Annual Eden Institute Foundation Princeton Affecting the Research and Service Agenda Dr. David Amaral of th University of California-Davis' MIND Institute; Dr. Isabelle Rapin of Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine; and Dr. Edwin Cook of the University of Chicago's Laboratory of Developmental Neuroscience. June 6 Joni 609-987-0099 EdenSvcs@aol.com The Sound of Berard Auditory Integration Training 10-day training for individuals iwth auditory processing challenges, autism, PDD, LD/ADHD, and hyper-or-hypo-sensitive training. June 12-21 Somers Point terries@execpc.com 262-569-7828 The Sound of Berard Auditory Integration Training 10-day training for individuals iwth auditory processing challenges, autism, PDD, LD/ADHD, and hyper-or-hypo-sensitive training. June 20-29 Voorhees terries@execpc.com 856-566-5797www.we-exist.net/ait Biological & Sensory Foundations for Learning & Behavior 800-497-0944 www.devdelay.org mbmcneese@erols.com 1st Annual Benefit Concert for Autism $35 admission includes dinner entree with performances by some of the top names in fold/rock music... Liz Queler, Bar Scott, Terri Binion, Debbie Major, Mae Robertson, Eric Garrison, Suzy Arnowitz with Big Cow, Judith Tulloch, Brendan Dwyer, and more Silent Auction, featuring autographed Sports Memorabilia, etc... March 8 6:30pm Chester 39 Main Street 845-469-4595 www.bodles.com Reservations Required NAAR & Parent Support Network present: Temple Grandin, PhD Living with Autism, Learning Language, & School Success March 9 7pm Orangeburg Tappan Zee High School Auditorium $15 per person www.parentsupportnetwork.org akragen@naar.org 845-359-6090 LINKS to Language Seminar Pamela C. Payne, M.S., CCC/SLP March 9-10 Plainview www.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@aol.com AHA/AS/PDD, The David Center & NAAR Proudly Present: Temple Grandin, PhD March 10 7-9pm www.aha-as-pdd.org bernicep@optonline.net 631-269-5709 Parent Support Network Presents a Workshop for Parents and Professionals: Creating a Successful school day for students with Asperger, PDD, Autism, and related communication disorders. Featuring Diane Adreon, M.A. March 10 9a-3p West Nyack Palisades Center Mall, Raso Room, 4th floor www.ParentSupportNetwork.org 845-359-6090 Hebert Birch Services Conference Gary Mesibov, PhD, Linda Hodgdon, M.Ed, CCC-SLP, Andrew Baumann, Barbara Bloomfield, CCC-SLP, JJ Hanley March 12 Manhattan Lighthouse Conference Center Melissa 212-741-6522 x233 hgbmelissas@aol.com www.hgbirch.org Roots of Mental Illness in Children March 15 - 17 New York The Rockefeller University www.nimh.nih.gov/events/roots.cfm "Working Together: Systems & Strategies for Improving Outcomes for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders" March 20-21 To request brochure: kmannion1@msn.com ___________________ DEADLINE FOR April 2003 CALENDAR UPDATE IS March 25, 2003 See Submission Instructions on the top left ___________________ Fred R. Volkmar, MD - Yale University Child Study Center March 27 4:30pm Purchase Purchase College, Natural Sciences Building FREE 914-251-6631 The Matt Savage Trio Performance March 28th on the Today Show - barring any unforseen news stories! www.savagerecords.com diane@savagerecords.com The Matt Savage Trio Performance March 29 LongIsland 516-763-4787 www.savagerecords.com diane@savagerecords.com The Matt Savage Trio Performance "Concert for Kids" - sponsored by the MAX Foundation The concert is being presented for children with special needs, but all children are welcome. March 30 1pm 516-763-4787 www.savagerecords.com diane@savagerecords.com Behavioral & Developmental Perspectives on Developing Interventions to address the Language and Communication Challenges of Children on the Autistic Spectrum Fredda Brown, PhD, Sima Gerber, PhD, CCC, Joanne Gerenser, MS, CCC March 30 New York St. John's University 718-692-1929 888-7-THERAPY www.therapeuticservicesinc.com Brainstorming 2003 - Effective Strategies for teaching students with Aspergers and Autism - A team approach. Using local teachers, parents, therapists, counselors, and psychologistswho have made this system work for their students. We're going to open the door a crack and trade a few secrets and roll up sleeves and make an attempt to solve some problems. Four separate panels will work all day. This is an open invitation for parents to bring their own children's teachers with them. April 3 Syracuse Marpeth@Juno.com Functional Behavioral Assessment & Positive Behavioral Support with Functional Communication Training V. Mark Durand, PhD April 5 830-5:30 Plainview The Marriott Residence Inn $150 includes breakfast & lunch ASHA CEU's .5 per day 516-735-3012 KTKetzel@aol.com LINKS to Language Seminar Pamela C. Payne, MS, CCC/SLP April 11-12 Mt. Kisco www.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@aol.com Adult Asperger Syndrome Support Group of NYC Autism & NSSA Proudly Present: Issues in Independent Living for Adolescents and Adults with ASD. April 12 9:30-5p Roslyn High School www.aha-as-pdd.org www.codycenter.org patschiss@aol.com 631-269-5709 Autism Awareness Day at Shea Stadium The New York Mets will be joining with Service Agencies to promote National Autism Awareness Month. This is an opportunity for families, friends, and the local autism community to band together to raise the public's knowledge of this expanding epidemic. Several thousand people are expected to attend. April 27 718-7-Autism x 16 www.AutismAwareness.qsac.com Solving the Relationship Puzzle Opening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism Spectrum Dr. Steve Gutstein, PhD. April 28-29 9a-5p Plainview Residence Inn http://www.elija.org/Gutstein.html elija@optonline.com adcock@connectionscenter.com www.connectionscenter.com 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Anthony Catrogiovanni, PhD., & Jo-Anne Matteo, MS, CCC-SLP May 5-6 Amherst 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com CEU's offered YAI/National Institute for People with Disabilities Annual International Conference on Developmental and Learning Disabilities "Successful Outcomes in Mental Retardation and Developmental/Learning Disabilities: Approaches and Strategies that Work" More than 300 prominent speakers from throughout the US and abroad. A full-day post conference workshop on ABA with Vincent J. Carbone May 5-9 awittenberg@yai.org http://www.yai.org Aspergers Syndrome: Current Research and Clinical Applications Tony Attwood, PhD Analysis of the unusual factors related to Asperger's. May 18 888-7-THERAPY www.therapeuticservicesinc.com Sensory Integration and DIRsm (Floortime) Assessment & Treatment of Children with Sensory Processing Disorders A Focus on Children in the Autism Spectrum. This course will focus on combining sensory integration & DIR model (Floortime) to assess th child in play in order to determine sensory modulation, affect, interaction, ability to problem solve, and elaborate ideas. June 8-9 New York NYU Hospital Center 718-692-1929 888-7-THERAPY www.therapeuticservicesinc.com NORTH DAKOTA 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Andrew S. Bondy, PhD, & Donna Abadie, M.Ed March 3-4 Bismarck pyramid@pecs.com 888-732-7462 Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. March 15-24 (tentative) Cincinnati 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Anthony Castrogiovanni, PhD & Diane Black M.Ed March 31-April 1 Englewood Dayton 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com Autism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Temple Grandin, Sean Barron, Sheila Wagner, Betsey Brunk, and Carol Gray May 1-2 Columbus www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727 Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. Dates are tentative pending adequate registrations. June 5-14 Cleveland/Independence 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net OKLAHOMA Auditory Integration Training December 5-14 Tulsa 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net OREGON Solving the Relationship Puzzle Opening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism Spectrum Dr. Steve Gutstein, PhD March 28-29 9a-4:30p Portland Portland Conference Center www.projectpace.info hamblen@ix.netcom.com www.connectionscenter.com adcock@connectionscenter.com PENNSYLVANIA Teaching Nine Critical Communication Skills Andrew S. Bondy, PhD March 7 Essington 888-732-7462 orpyramid@pecs.com ASCEND Group Meeting Mareile Koenig, PhD, CCC/SLP, BCBA Meeting for Parentsregivers, Educators & Professionals Communication Development, Disorders & Interventions for Learners with Asperger Syndrome & Similar Diagnoses. March 11 7:30pm Haverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roads www.ascendgroup.org 610-449-6776 dcwright@ascendgroup.org Biomedical Research in Autism The State of the Science now and future directions Dr. London will discuss research presented at the first International Meeting for Autism Research as well as the newest research funded by the NAAR. A must attend lecture for all those touched by Autism. March 21 7:30-9:30pm Philadelphia Marriott, 1201 Market St. 888-777-NAAR
x15 dschwab@naar.org FREE Lecture: Biomedical Research in Autism The State of the Science now and future directions. Dr. London will discuss research presented at the 1st International Meeting for Autism Research as well as the newest research funded by the NAAR. March 24 7-9pm Wexford The Chadwick 412-487-6851 sgadzia@naar.org ASCEND Group Meeting Parents and Caregivers support/information meeting April 8 7:30pm Haverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roads www.ascendgroup.org 610-449-6776 dcwright@ascendgroup.or _______________________________ Copyright Schafer Autism Report |
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Continued Social Skills Training for Children with Autism Jed Baker, PhD April 11 Wyomissing Inn at Reading www.autismsocietyofberks.org 610-736-3739 April 12th Fun Festival and Walk for Autism more information soon Philadelphia phillycan1@aol.com 2nd Annual Walk for Autism April 26 10am Erie Presque Isle State Park - Beach 1 www.NWPA-ASA.org im22tired@yahoo.com 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Andrew S. Bondy, PhD & Lori Frost, MS CCC/SLP April 29-30 Essington 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. May 2-11 (tentative) Pittsburgh 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net ASCEND Group Meeting James J. Stone, Psy.D, - Instructional Strategies for Children with Asperger Syndrome and Related Diagnoses. May 13 7:30pm Haverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roads www.ascendgroup.org 610-449-6776 dcwright@ascendgroup.org NATIONAL EVENT (US)
ASCEND Group Parents and Caregivers support/information gathering meeting June 10 7:30pm Haverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roads www.ascendgroup.org 610-449-6776dcwright@ascendgroup.org The Sound of Berard Auditory Integration Training 10-day training for individuals iwth auditory processing challenges, autism, PDD, LD/ADHD, and hyper-or-hypo-sensitive training. June 14-23 Blue Bell terries@execpc.com 215-643-6404www.we-exist.net/ait The 2003 ASA National Conference Bridges to the Future Pittsburgh July 16 - 20 asa.convio.netsite/ RHODE ISLAND The Emotional & Social Lives of Persons with ASD & theirFamilies This national symposium, with top Autism experts from throughout the US, will focus on how family members and professionals are now increasingly attempting to recognize emotional issues, such as the importance of relationships, self-esteem, self-determination, fostering a sense of membership, and other quality of life issues. March 21-22 Providence Rhode Island Convention Center 508-677-9239 x21 www.community-autism-resources.org SOUTH CAROLINA Free Lecture and Workshop Raun K. Kaufman - Fully emerged from Autism Breakthrough strategiesfor Autism and PDD He will discuss the key principles of The Son-RiseProgram March 15 Aiken www.son-rise.org 413-229-2100 Asperger's Syndrome 2003 Dr. Tony Attwood May 5 Columbia www.futurehorizons-autism.com 800-489-0727 jgilpin@earthlink.net SOUTH DAKOTA Applied Behavior Analysis in the classroom. Spring Autism Symposium Ron Leaf, PhD April 28-29 Sioux Falls 800-658-3080 605-357-1431 TENNESSEE 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Scott Helsinger, BCBA, & Mindy Glassberg May 5-6 Nashville 888-732-7562 pyramid@pecs.com CEU's offered Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. Dates are tentative pending adequate registrations. May 21-30 Chattanooga 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. Dates are tentative pending adequate registrations. October 1-10 Knoxville 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net TEXAS Mesquite Parents of Children with ASD Support Meetings: Varying speakers that relate to Autism. Last Saturday of each month beginning January 2003 10a-12:30p Mesquite Mesquite Main Library Lisa - 214-632-6320 lisa.anthony.i0st@statefarm.com Parent University - Celebrating Differences Dr. David Welch Keynote Speaker. Sessions include: ABA, Diet and Nutrition, Surviving the ARD, IDEA March 1 8a-1p Southlake Dawson Middle School Registration $10 $15 at the door Nina nsnorman@charter.net or817-949-7050 Autism Society of Collin County Greg Rushin, Plano Chief of Police. He will address the topic of keeping our children safe. March 4 7pm Plano St. Andrew United Methodist Church amc2@airmail.net Get2Gether at F2F office Dr. Susan Catlett, a behavioralist, will speak about Autism and related disorders. March 4 7pm Houston Family to Family Network 13150 FM 529 Suite 106 713-466-6304 After High School - What Next? State agencies, service providers, support groups, residential - care providers, universities, community colleges, & anyone you request will be invited to provide information at this transition fair. March 4 7-9pm Houston ISC Conf. Rooms C/D 10300 Jones Rd 281-897-6452 The Special Needs Lifeplan The What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for you and your special needs child. Steven C. Rhatigan, C.E. P. Topics: * The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each. * Guardianship... Why - When - How * Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan * Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits * The Special Needs Trust * Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan * The 10 most common special needs planning mistakes March 4 7pm Houston CyFair Instructional Support Center 281-364-7211 steve@stemark.com www.stemark.com Lubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17 Visual Strategies for Young Children with Autism March 5 www.esc17.net Learn the ABA Research & Practical Applications Joel Farb, Executive Director, The Center for Behavior Therapy & Consulting Psychologist, The Arbor School, Houston Topic: Habit Reversal: Implications for the Reduction of Stereotypic Behavior March 5 U of H Central, Clinic Conference Room #1050, CRS Building Planting the Seeds of Advocacy Advanced Leadership Seminar for self-advocates and family advocates who are active in their disability communities. March 6-8 Dallas DFW Hyatt Regency Hotel - DFW airport Contact MHMR of Tarrant Co. 817- 569-4014 ruthr@mhmrtc.org Lubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17 Hands-On strategies to encourage listening development across the curriculum March 7 www.esc17.net PEP: "Countdown to the Spring ARD's Seminar" Featuring Gail Wright (PATH Project), Millie Hickman (PATH Project), James Wallace (Advocacy, Inc), Rachel Beard (ADDA), and a ParentPanel March 8 9a-12:30p Marshall First Baptist Church of Marshall FREE Admission and Materials 903-938-5728 peptexas@yahoo.com Texas Association for Behavior Analysis 2003 Conference Featuring Karen Pryor, "Clicking as Communication" Shahla Ala'i-Rosales, "Are they Having Fun Yet?" March 7-8 9a-4:30p $70 Dallas marriott Dallas Quorum by the Galleria www.unt.edu/behv/txaba
www.featnt.org Texas Center for Autism Research & Treatment (TCART) Tomatis Session II March 9-22 San Antonio TCART 210-832-9025 fax 210-832-9035 The Special Needs Lifeplan The What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for you and your special needs child. Steven C. Rhatigan, C.E. P. Topics: * The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each. * Guardianship... Why - When - How * Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan * Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits * The Special Needs Trust * Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan * The 10 most common special needs planning mistakes March 11 7pm Heart to Heart - Huntsville area 281-364-7211 steve@stemark.com www.stemark.com FEAT Meeting Teaching Materials for Children with Autism and PDD Pam Miller Dollins, BS March 13 7-9pm Houston MHMRA of Harris County 5901 Long Drive, Suite 312 Autism Society of Southeast Texas IEP Bootcamp: Getting Ready for Spring ARD's Angie Smith, Presenter March 17 6pm free supper, 7pm Workshop Beaumont Beaumont Junior Forum Building mssmitty26@aol.com Family to Family Network - ARD Clinic Bring your paperwork and get ready for upcoming ARD meetings March 18 10a-1p Houston 13150 FM 529 Suite 106 713-466-6304 Parent Support Group Meeting Autism Society of Collini County March 18 11:30am Plano Martinez Cafe on Coit and Park amc2@airmail.net NAMI Support Group Meeting Jack Jones - Professional Relations & Advocacy & StateGovernment Affairs, Eli Lilly and Co. - will be the speaker. March 20 Contact NAMI Tarrant County The Special Needs Lifeplan The What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for you and your special needs child. Steven C. Rhatigan, C.E. P. Topics: * The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each. * Guardianship... Why - When - How * Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan * Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits * The Special Needs Trust * Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan * The 10 most common special needs planning mistakes March 26 7pm Spring ISD Transition Fair 281-364-7211 steve@stemark.comwww.stemark.com Lubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17 Job Development for Students with Autism March 26 www.esc17.net tweathersby@esc17.net 806-792-5468 The Shape of Behavior, Inc OPEN HOUSE - NEW LOCATION Drop in style - learn who we are, and what we do. Find out what this Applied Behavior Analysis Clinic is all about! March 28 5-8pm Houston 12423 Cutten Road, Suite B 832-375-0920 tsobinfo@juno.com SpArc 2003 - 5th Annual SpArc Family Resource Conference Guardianship, Transition Works, When and How to set up Guardianships, Estate Planning, SSI, Legislative Update, Transition to PPCD, Parent Communication Activities March 29 8:30am Cost $10.00 713-957-1600 Respite care provided with advance reservations only! Teacher Appreciation Dinner - ASCC Annual Meeting Autism Awareness Month April 1 7pm Plano St. Andrew United Methodist Church amc2@airmail.net Individual Education Plans and placement issues in Texas For Special Education School Personnel April 4 9a-4p Houston Double Tree Hotel 715-833-3959 www.lorman.com The Special Needs Lifeplan The What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for you and your special needs child. Steven C. Rhatigan, C.E. P. Topics: * The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each. * Guardianship... Why - When - How * Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan * Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits * The Special Needs Trust * Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan * The 10 most common special needs planning mistakes April 5 12-6pm San Antonio CampCamp 281-364-7211 steve@stemark.com www.stemark.com  St. Bartholomew, unoffical patron saint of autism,
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(also considered artist self-portrait). __________________________ Family Support Network Monthly Meeting Summer Options for Children For parents of children with disabilities in the Brazos Valley April 7 at 6pm Bryan 219 North Main Street, Suite 203 Amy Sharp at 979-845-4612 for more info No cost, and childcare is provided for participants Autism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Jeanie McAfee, Kathleen Quill, Anne Addison, Teresa Bolick, and Jerry and Mary Newport. April 9-11 Dallas Southfork Ranch www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@futurehorizons-autism.com 1- 800-489-0727 2003 Texas Autism Awareness Rally Sponsored by the Autism Society of Greater Austin April 11, Friday 11:00 - 1:00 Austin S. Capitol Steps autismrally2003@austin.rr.com Greater Houston Chapter of Autism Society of America Chapter Meeting April 12 10am Lubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17 Using visual tools to support instruction April 11 www.esc17.net TxABA Series I Workshop The ABC's of ABA - Beginner's Workshop Presenter: Domonique Randall, MS, BCBA April 12 Houston University of Houston Alumni Center, Room 100 B The Special Needs Lifeplan The What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for you and your special needs child. Steven C. Rhatigan, C.E. P. Topics: * The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each. * Guardianship... Why - When - How * Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan * Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits * The Special Needs Trust * Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan * The 10 most common special needs planning mistakes April 12 2pm Parents as Case Managers 281-364-7211 steve@stemark.com www.stemark.com RRISD Family Support Network April 14 6:15-7:00pm - Individual Support Groups and Pizza 7:00-8:30pm - General Session Meetings * Sibling Issues * Legal Issues Round Rock Cedar Valley Middle School Jeane 464-4488 Autism Society of Collin County - Parent Support Group Meeting April 15 11:30am Plano Martinez Cafe on Coit and Park amc2@airmail.net Lilli Hallam to speak at F2F The justice system and those with disabilities. April 24 7pm Dallas/Plano area Christ Church Claire 972-612-4884 "A Picnic in the Park" Autism Awareness & Mental Retardation Fair Bring a Picnic lunch and the entire family: Learn about Community Resources, Meet other families, enjoy some fun and games. April 26 12-4pm Houston Bear Creek Park 713-970-7281 The Special Needs Lifeplan The What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for you and your special needs child. Steven C. Rhatigan, C.E. P. Topics: * The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each. * Guardianship... Why - When - How * Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan * Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits * The Special Needs Trust * Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan * The 10 most common special needs planning mistakes April 26 1pm Special Ed Family Support Group - Richmond Area 281-364-7211 steve@stemark.com www.stemark.com 4th Annual TCART Medical Seminar Featuring Dr. Jaquelyn McCandless - author of "Children with Starving Brains" Christie Enzinna, Susan Owens, Dr. Michael Chez April 26 8:30a-2:30p San Antonio University of Texas Health Sciences Center 888-338-2278 Asperger's Superconference 2003 Dr. Tony Attwood, Dr. Jeanie McAfee, Anne Addison, Teresa Bolick, and Jerry and Mary Newport April 30-May 2 Dallas Southfork Ranch 800-489-0727 Autism Society of Collin County Lillie C. Hallam with the Justice Initiative will address the topic of individuals with Autism and what happens when they come in contact with law enforcement personnel. May 6 7pm Plano St. Andrew United Methodist Church amc2@airmail.net FEAT- Houston Meeting Helena Huckabee, M.A. The Neuropsychology of Autistic Spectrum What went wrongand how we can help May 8 7-9pm Lubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17 Auditory Learning - It's more than just Listening. May 9 www.esc17.net Autism Society of Collin County Parent Support Group Meeting May 20 11:30am Plano Martinez Cafe on Coit and Park amc2@airmail.net Texas Youth Leadership Forum A 5 day leadership awareness program for young people with disabilities across Texas. July 27-August 1 jenniferm@c-a-m-p.org UTAH Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Biomedical Assessment and Treatment Strategies Presenters: Paul Millard Hardy, M.D., Bryan Jepson, M.D., VijendraK. Singh, Ph.D. April 12 8:30AM - 4 PM Salt Lake City, Utah Hilton Salt Lake City Center, 255 South West Temple, Salt Lake City Hardy Healthcare Associates 781-740-8300, klynch@hardyhealthcare.com www.hardyhealthcare.com Continuing Ed units offered 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Diane Black, M.Ed, & Anne Hoffman, M.Ed July 24-25 Salt Lake City 888-732-7462 pyramid@pecs.com CEU's offered Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. August 16-25 (tentative) Salt Lake City 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net VIRGINIA Berard Auditory Integration Training Session 10-day non-invasive therapeutic technique which trains people to hear all frequencies more evenly, to improve in the processing of auditoryinput, & to decrease hyper or hyper- sensitivity to specific environmental or speech sounds. March 1-10 Leesburg terries@execpc.com we-exist.netait Effective Shadowing: Techniques in the School, Home, and Work Settings. March 5 9a-4p Roanoke Roanoke Higher Education Center www.autismva.org information@autismva.org 800-649-8484 $75.00 Accessibility Leadership Summit Working Together to Empower all People Dave Dravecky, former San Francisco Giant, Ginny Thornburgh, NationalOrganization on Disability Sue Thomas, Sue Thomas F.B.Eye Autism Workshop: Lynn M. Hamilton - Author of "Facing Autism" 25 Workshops and over 60 Exhibitors March 14-15 Tyson's Corner 703-770-2942 www.mcleanbible.org Introduction to Verbal Behavior - Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism & other Developmental Disabilities. Vincent Carbone - Board Certified Behavior Analyst March 14-16 Arlington George Mason University School of Law lnicklas@comcast.net Social Supports: A Make and Take Workshop. This workshop will focus on social supports for deficits in the areas of communication, sensory issues, and behavior. March 21 9a-4p Abington SW VA Higher Education Center www.autismva.org information@autismva.org 800-649-8481 Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendship to People in the Autistic Spectrum. Dr. Steven E. Gutstein. March 21-22 Herndon Dulles Hyatt www.autismoutreach.org 703-669-4972 Social Supports: A Make and Take Workshop Focusing on social supports for deficits in the areas of communication, sensory issues, and behavior. March 26 9a-4p Danville Comfort Inn Suites www.autismva.org $75 information@autismva.org
800-649-8481 WASHINGTON STATE Author Dawn Prince-Hughes will present: "Aquamarine Blue 5: Personal Stories of College Students with Autism" A Collection of essays written by students with Asperger's Syndrome. March 15 Bellingham Barnes & Noble Bookseller crm2682@bn.com http://www.bn.com 12th Annual Best of the Northwest Conference Dr. Jeanette McAfee and Dr. Temple Grandin March 27-29 Spokan 1-800-489-0727 http://futurehorizons-autism.com info@futurehorizons-autism.com WASHINGTON DC Solving the Relationship Puzzle Opening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism Spectrum Dr. Steve Gutstein, PhD March 21-22 9a-4p Washington, DC Dulles Hyatt www.autismoutreach.org autismoutreach@hotmail.com www.connectionscenter.com adcock@connectionscenter.com WISCONSIN ASD: Best Practices, Interventions and Programs Putting the Pieces Together for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. March 6-8 Racine The Marriott asd@project-kids.org www.project-kids.org Autism Society of Wisconsin Annual Conference Jerry Newport: "Your Life is Not a Label" Mary Newport: "Autism-Asperger's and Sexuality" Dr. Jacquelyn McCandless: "Children with Starving Brains" and Teresa Binstock April 11-12 Appleton Radisson Paper Valley Hotel www.asw4autism.org 920-993-0279 WEB/ELECTRONIC Taking Down the Wall: Immediate Steps to Reaching your Child with Autism Featuring Raun Kaufman Son-Rise Program at the Autism Treatment Center of America March 24 and March 31 7:30-9 Eastern Standard Time Call Autism Today, 888-417-5336
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