ASA-ASO DIGEST: June 22, 2009

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Dear Friend of ASA-ASO:

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News From ASA-ASO:

- 2nd Autism Special to Air on NBC 4 Columbus, June 24

- ASA-ASO is Moving to Columbus!

- Ohio State Budget Update

- Autism Insurance Coverage

- Ohio General Assembly removes MR from MRDD

- Use your Kroger Plus card and raise funds for ASA-ASO- ASA-ASO forming Ohio Autism Advocacy Network - Join Now!

- Ohio BMV changes policy on Autism Awareness License Plate

- Federal Update/Alerts

Obama Administration Proposes Medicaid/Medicare Cuts Congress Tackles Health-Care Reform ABLE Act Briefing Re-Scheduled IDEA Fairness Restoration Act Introduced

Upcoming Events, Resources, etc:

- News from the ASA

The Autism Society Announces 2009 Autism Champions The Autism Society is Now on Twitter! Connecticut Governor Signs Autism Insurance Bill New Study Examines Problem-Solving Skills in People with Autism Research Shows Wide Age Gap Between Possible and Actual Autism Diagnosis New College Transition Program for Students on the Autism Spectrum The Autism Society National Conference--5 Weeks and Counting! New Book on Video Self-Modeling Sometimes Things Just Become Too Much to Take Using Art to Help Kids with Autism Find Their Voice Autism and Computers New Book on Autism and Nutrition Children's Book Series About Mental Health Disorders- Purchase tickets to Bridgestone Invitational and Benefit ASA-Greater Cleveland

- Purchase a FanClub Card and Support ASA-NW Ohio Chapter

- ASA-NW Ohio Chapter 6th Annual Picnic

- Webinar: Understanding Reading: Development, Assessment, and Instruction

- Article: ADHD Drugs Linked to Sudden Death in Kids

- Article: FDA - ADHD drug use should continue despite study on sudden death

- GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES MEETING

- Upcoming Events, Akron Area

- Web Conference: Supporting Adults to Achieve Lifestyles of Their Choice

- Greene County is First to Attain CARF Accreditation in Autism Area

- Book: Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism

- Article: People with autism ace intelligence test

- A Victory for Ohio Voters - State Agrees to Make Changes in Ohio's Electoral Process

- EdConnection - Update from Deborah S. Delisle, Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction

- Resource website for Sign Language

- Q and A: Questions and Answers on Secondary Transition

- Spring Edition of DD Council Newsletter

- Books on Sale from Future Horizons- Watch Golf and Help The Arc

- Article: Specialist says individualized approach may work for teaching idioms

- Time Magazine Article: A Genetic Link Between Anorexia and Autism?

- Temple Grandin to speak in , PA

- Autism Support Group Summer Events 2009

ASA-ASO is now posting all research opportunities on our website. For information on available opportunities, visit our webpage www.autismohio.org, click on "Information" along the left side of the home page and then click on "Studies/Surveys". CHECK OUT NEW LISTINGS AND OPPORTUNITIES!

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.

Sincerely,The Autism Society of America - Autism Society of Ohio Chapter701 S. Main St.Akron, OH 44311(330) 376-0211fax: (330) 376-1226email: askASO@...web: www.autismohio.org

Please note: This is provided for information purposes only. The ASA-ASO does not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services. Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by the ASA-ASO, either explicit or implied.

News From ASA-ASO:

2nd Autism Special to Air on NBC 4 Columbus, June 24

The 2nd Autism Special - The Autism Puzzle will air at 7pm on Wednesday, June 4 and will cover Genetic Research, Vaccines, information about how Aspergers is different from Autism, and High School age success stories. ASA-ASO has helped to fund this program and a "commercial" piece on the Early Screening Pilot and ASA-ASO will air again as a part of the show. Additionally, folks from the ASA-ASO, the ASA-Central Ohio Chapter, OSU-Nisonger Center, OCALI and the ESC-Central Ohio will be on hand to answer questions over the phones in the Call4 segment and over the internet in the iChat segment. Additional segments will air in August and October.

ASA-ASO Executive Director Barb Yavorcik and ASA-ASO and ASA-Central Ohio Boardmember Marie Crawford, both parents of young men with autism will also appear on June 24 on Daytime Columbus hosted by Gail Hogan to talk about the challenges and successes of transition for their sons.

Be sure to tune in! ASA-ASO will also make these shows available for viewing if you are not able to see them live.

ASA-ASO is Moving to Columbus!After being located in Akron and the NE Ohio area for our entire existence, ASA-ASO is moving to Columbus. Moving there puts ASA-ASO at the center of the state and no more than 2 1/2 hours from any part of the state. Additionally, since state government is based in Columbus, it is the logical place for ASA-ASO to be located. Our new location is in an office building on the southwest side of the city - just off of I670 and a quick drive to downtown. Our new address is: 1335 Dublin Road, Suite 205-C, Columbus, Ohio, 43215. Our new phone number has not yet been assigned, but it will be published here as soon as it is available.

Ohio State Budget Update

The Conference Committee continues to meet and it appears that additional cuts will be coming, however there is no specific information on what is going to be cut. Updates will be provided - check in this space next week or on our website - www.autismohio.org.

Autism Insurance Coverage

Autism Insurance Coverage is closer than ever to becoming a reality! Now it the time to contact key legislators and ask them to support this issue! Time is of the essence!Autism Insurance Coverage language has been included in the House version of the Ohio Budget Bill, Sub. H.B. 1 "to prohibit health insurers from excluding coverage for specified services for individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder." This language will require private healthcare policies to provide coverage of the diagnosis and treatment of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). It will cover applied behavior analysis (ABA) and other medically necessary treatments prescribed by an insured's treating physician or psychologist.However, the autism insurance coverage language was deleted from the Senate version of the bill!Because the versions of HB 1 passed by the House and the Senate are different, the bill now goes to a Conference Committee made up of legislators from both chambers and both parties to resolve the differences between the two versions. Your help is needed NOW to let these legislators know how important it is to include autism insurance coverage in the final version of the budget!Please contact the leadership of the House, Speaker Armond Budish, and the Senate, President Bill and ask them to support the inclusion of the language addressing autism insurance coverage in the final version of the budget bill. Also, please contact any or all of the legislators listed at the end of this email who are part of the conference committee or in leadership - especially if you are a constituent:

Use the following points to support your position:- Autism impacts a significant number of legislators constituents, an estimated 1 in 150 born in Ohio will have autism- Autism is a medical condition and it is treatable- Without insurance coverage, many children forego services because Many families can’t afford therapy without insurance. - Individuals with autism who don’t receive services are often dependent upon publicly funded state services throughout their lifetime.- The cost of this legislation is very small - estimated at less than a 1% increase - and will generate significant savings. - The autism insurance coverage language included in the budget contains a cost cap for insurers, a yearly limit of $36,000 in covered services and oversight for providers.

- Thirteen other states have passed autism insurance coverage including Colorado and Connecticut just this month.

- Share a personal story and why this legislation is important to you

Call or email as soon as possible! We have created an easy to use link as well: Click here to compose an email or cut and paste this link into your browser: https://secure2.convio.net/asa/site/Advocacy?pagename=homepage & page=UserAction & id=284 & JServSessionIdr011=h1movx8d41.app25a

The Autism Society of America-Ohio Chapter, the Ohio Alliance for Autism Insurance Reform and other groups are also working with these legislators to make autism insurance coverage a part of the budget bill. But our efforts will not be successful without your help.

Please contact these legislators today - especially if you are a constituent! Also, please share this with anyone you think might be willing to help with this effort. Help us make autism insurance coverage a reality in Ohio.

Use your Kroger Plus card and raise funds for ASA-ASO

Help raise funds for ASA-ASO just by using your Kroger Plus Card! You can now earn funds for ASA-ASO just by using your Kroger Plus Card and it will cost you absolutely nothing!

For 125 years, The Kroger Co. has made a strong commitment to support the communities where its associates live and work.

In the Columbus Division (comprising most of Ohio and parts of West Virginia), the Kroger Cares program has helped more than 2,200 organizations raise funds for their own needs since its inception in 1995.

Beginning May 1, 2009, Kroger's is launching the Kroger Community Rewards Program and dedicating $5,000,000 to it! This program will enable them even more organizations, of all sizes - including ASA-ASO!

Remember, all of the funds raised stay right here in Ohio to help individuals with autism and their families throughout Ohio. Visit the ASA-ASO website to see some of the programs and services that ASA-ASO offers.

Please share this information with any friends and family that may be Kroger shoppers!

TO USE THE KROGER COMMUNITY REWARDS PROGRAM:

Register online at krogercommunityrewards.com Be sure to have your Kroger Plus card handy and register your card with ASA-ASO after you sign up. If you do not yet have a Kroger Plus card, they are available at the customer service desk at any Kroger. Click on Sign In/Register If you are a new online customers, you must click on SIGN UP TODAY in the ‘New Customer?’ box. Sign up for a Kroger Rewards Account by entering zip code, clicking on favorite store, entering your email address and creating a password, agreeing to the terms and conditions You will then get a message to check your email inbox and click on the link within the body of the email. Click on My Account and use your email address and password to proceed to the next step. Click on Edit Kroger Community Rewards information and input your Kroger Plus card number. Update or confirm your information. Enter ASA-ASO's organization number - 83893 or name of organization as ASA AUTISM SOCIETY OF OHIO CHAPTER, select organization from list and click on confirm. To verify you are enrolled correctly, you will see your organization’s name on the right side of your information page. REMEMBER, purchases will not count for ASA-ASO until after you register your Kroger Plus card. Do you use your phone number at the register? Call 877-576-7587 to get your Kroger Plus card number. You must swipe their registered Kroger Plus card or use the phone number that is related to your registered Kroger Plus card when shopping for each purchase to count.

ASA-ASO forming Ohio Autism Advocacy Network - Join Now!

The Ohio Budget is currently under development and autism insurance parity legislation is ready to be re-introduced in the Ohio House. Additionally, issues regularly come before the state legislature that impact individuals with autism, their families and those who work them throughout Ohio. And because of this, the ASA-Autism Society of Ohio needs your help.

We are in the process of putting together an autism advocacy network that has constituents in each of the districts of the members of the Ohio General Assembly, both the House and Senate. We are looking for advocates all around the state to help us with this effort.

You can volunteer to participate in two ways:

· Team Leader: Each Ohio district will have an assigned team leader who is responsible for carrying the key ASA-ASO/autism messages when meeting with the legislator (Representatives and Senators), coordinating testimony or letter writing for hearings, and for organizing the team members of their district, etc.

· Team Member: Each Ohio district will have several team members that are available to share their own personal ASA-ASO/autism story, to write letters when needed, and to ask from help from their neighbors/families/friends. Team members may choose specialize on certain topics – ie. autism insurance parity topic, special education funding, etc.

ASA-ASO is also developing a Legislative Advocacy Manual and will provide local training to constituent volunteer advocates.

If you are interested in participating in this effort, please send your Name, address, city,zip+4, phone, email address, House District Number and Senate District number and whether you are interested in being a “Team Leader†or a “Team Member†to askASO@.... Please put AUTISM ADVOCACY NETWORK in the subject line. To find your district numbers, visit www.legislature.state.oh.us and follow the directions under "Locating Legislators".

For more information, visit our website at www.autismohio.org

Ohio BMV changes policy on Autism Awareness License Plate

Because of privacy concerns, the Ohio BMV will no longer be releasing the names and addresses of those who purchase the Ohio Autism Awareness License Plate to the ASA-Autism Society of Ohio. $25 from the purchase of each plate benefits the ASA-ASO and we have been sending thank you notes to all those who have purchased a plate. However, we will no longer be able to do so. The BMV is currently looking into options to add customer consent to the special license plate process so hopefully we will be able to go back to thanking folks formally in the future. But whether we are able to send a formal "thank you" or not, please know that the purchase of an autism awareness license plate makes a big difference and helps us help individuals with autism, their families and those who work with them throughout Ohio.

Federal Update

Provided by the Autism Society of America:

Obama Administration Proposes Medicaid/Medicare CutsIn his weekly address, President Obama proposed an additional $313billion in cuts to Medicare and Medicaid over the next 10 years tohelp offset the cost of health-care reform. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=ZiZgHHACSDMIRKjVZ0xruQ..Congress Tackles Health-Care ReformSen. Dodd (D-CT), on behalf of Sen. Kennedy (D-MA), Chairman of the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP)Committee, released a draft version of the Affordable Health ChoicesAct, comprehensive legislation to overhaul the nation's health-caresystem. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=7vV8S4ebaFfF12A5tlsUFQ..ABLE Act Briefing Re-ScheduledA new time and place have been set for the legislative briefing on theAchieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE) of 2009 (H.R. 1205/S. 493): July 21 at 12-1:30 p.m. in Room B-340 of the Rayburn Building inWashington, D.C. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=djop-s4J6R9bXSz5GHZ5Aw..IDEA Fairness Restoration Act IntroducedCongressmen Van Hollen (D-MD) and Pete Sessions (R-TX) haveintroduced the IDEA Fairness Restoration Act (H.R. 2740). Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=o63CiXAdc5bCWinG2l23Gw..

Upcoming Events, Resources, etc.:

News from the ASA:

The Autism Society Announces 2009 Autism ChampionsThe Autism Society is excited to announce four people and organizations who have made a huge difference in the autism community--the 2009 Autism Champions! Autism Champion awards are given by the Autism Society to organizations or persons who have made significant contributions to improving the lives of all affected by autism. The champions will be honored with a special reception at the Autism Society's National Conference, July 22-25, in St. , Ill. This year's awardees are champions who have helped improve the lives of people with autism through their work in movies, advocacy, vintage cars and music. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=S1-dNI1tcFUtqyx4x1bwlQ..The Autism Society is Now on Twitter!Can't wait for the next issue of ASA-Net to get the latest newsfrom the Autism Society? Follow us on Twitter - @AutismSociety:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=_TqE6V2_wdZQn_SKrR9eYw.. for general news and @Vote4Autism:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=D9yxUZjqrn9JDe4T62YHCg.. for advocacy news.http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=S4WaVBPzQJ-vjIYxhIKsyw..Connecticut Governor Signs Autism Insurance BillConnecticut Governor Jodi Rell has signed a bill requiring healthinsurance companies to cover the cost of autism treatment anddiagnosis. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=ALEKrOFUff4hJi6ILGn18g..New Study Examines Problem-Solving Skills in People with AutismPeople with autism can be up to 40 percent faster at problem solvingthan people who do not have autism, researchers at the University ofMontreal and Harvard University have found. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=MqhuGpMhUdWSlGI1U5WSQw..Research Shows Wide Age Gap Between Possible and Actual Autism DiagnosisA new study on the timing of autism spectrum disorder (ASD)identification recently found that diagnoses are often not being madeas early as possible. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Fun7etRCF8K6RK6UoFLI5g..New College Transition Program for Students on the Autism SpectrumGateway Academy, a K- to 12th-grade private day school in sdale,Ariz., recently opened the first residential college transition program, the Spectrum College Transition Program, solely for students with Asperger's Syndrome, high-functioning autism and PDD-NOS. Readmore: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=cmTeFFqaS8axPBHZxteM1Q..The Autism Society National Conference--5 Weeks and Counting!This year's conference will be held in St. , Ill., at the Pheasant Run Resort, July 22-25. The full conference program with breakout sessions and presenter information is now online atwww.autism-society.org/conference. For 2009 we are offering CEUs for BCBA and ASHA as well as educators. We are also hosting a full-day CME track on Saturday, July 25.This year we are holding our first annual Science Symposium. Titled"Science That Makes a Difference," this special session will focus on the Autism Society's Treatment Guided Research Initiative and will include a partnership of scientists, physicians and caregivers to dialogue about science needs and priorities. It will be held on Thursday, July 23, and is open to all conference participants.Order your conference recordings now! We are currently taking ordersfor the full recordings of the 2009 conference--including all breakout sessions. Go to www.autism-society.org/conference and click on 2009 Recordings.If you'd like to exhibit or know someone who might, theAutism Society has six booths remaining for sale for the upcomingExpo. Contact Meg at Ellacott@... or visitwww.autism-society.org/conference for an updated floor plan andapplication.You can access all information about the conference and registrationat our Web site: www.autism-society.org/conference.If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us atconference@....New Book on Video Self-ModelingThe new book "Seeing is Believing" (Woodbine House) describes videoself-modeling (VSM), a technique that anyone with basic videoequipment can use to help children and adults with autism and otherdevelopmental delays improve skills and behavior. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=1FMYXot1Bc-N0ljFcLpoZg..Sometimes Things Just Become Too Much to Takory Processing Disorder (SPD) is a neurological condition thatoccurs when the brain perceives sensations from touch, sight, hearing,smell, taste, joints and muscles, and movement differently. Whether thechild over- or under-reacts to these sensations, the results affectdaily routine activities, making it difficult to cope and function. In Veenendall's latest book, "Why Does Izzy Cover Her Ears? Dealing with Sensory Overload," we meet Izzy, a feisty first-grader, whoexperiences sensory overload on a daily basis. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=py4609CVdKI2v3mRRSx2ew..Using Art to Help Kids with Autism Find Their VoicePacked with tips and suggestions for how to provide art therapy forchildren with autism, "Art as an Early Intervention Tool for Childrenwith Autism" by covers topics such as the basic materialsrequired, safety issues, how to set up a workspace and ideas formanaging difficult behavior. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Ue4XddDnPCWKhvGG60kFMw..Autism and Computers Herskowitz, M.A., CCC-SLP, one of the world's foremostspeech pathology experts and speakers on the subject of computer-based intervention with special-needs individuals, has released "Autism and Computers: Maximizing Independence Through Technology," a comprehensive guide on how technology can provide a key element in successful and independent living with developmental disabilities, as well as a powerful way to teach many skills to individuals with autism. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=_V0-vMUXbJNnlOdzC79T_w..New Book on Autism and Nutrition"Nourishing Hope for Autism: Nutrition Intervention for Healing OurChildren" by s is a new book that explains why and howspecial diets can help children with autism. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=hN39KxmwB7EV32Uu8Ur6mg..Children's Book Series About Mental Health Disorders"Iris the Dragon" was created for adults and young readers to helpfacilitate a conversation among parents, teachers and children aboutissues relating to mental health and wellness. The "Iris the Dragon" books address a variety of emotional, behavioral and neurodevelopmental conditions, and recognize the importance of family,school and community in promoting the potential of every child andyouth, regardless of mental health challenges. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=ElTiuJMYOH3bxY2EpqLz5g..

Purchase tickets to Bridgestone Invitational and Benefit ASA-Greater Cleveland

Please click here http://www.admail.net/file/6018/9f09/ to view information about our latest fundraiser with Bridgestone Invitational at Firestone Country Club August 4 thru August 9, 2009. Purchase your tickets to this event for only $35 good for any day of the tournament. Bridgestone will donate 75% of the ticket price to The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland.

To show your support visit bridgestoneinvitational.com/tfc on behalf of the Autism Society of Greater Cleveland. Select the quantity of tickets you would like to purchase. Be sure to enter code ASGC to designate The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland as the benefiting charitable organization.

This is a fabulous event and a wonderful way to help the ASGC. Please take the time to pass this information along to all of your friends and business associates. Please do not hesitate to contact us at (216) 556-4937 with any questions.

Thank you.Eileen HawkinsAutism Society of Greater Cleveland

Purchase a FanClub Card and Support ASA-NW Ohio Chapter

Thank you to all who have purchased a FanClubCard we appreciate thesupport of our organization. For those of you who have not purchasedyour card yet take a minute to get more information about our newestfund raising program called FanClubCard.com all you need to do is buyone and tell a friend! This family oriented program will support manyof our important initiatives. Not only will FanClubCard.com help raisesignificant funds for us now, it is designed to continue to do so yearafter year without an army of volunteers and without weeks and monthsof event planning. For less than the cost of a dinner out you cansupport ASNO and get geat deals at local businesses for an entire year.In this tough economy we have found a program that actually gives backto you in the form of money saving deals while benefiting ASNO.It's a win-win for everyone! http://fanclubcard.com/Default.aspxWhen you purchase a membership to the FanClubCard.com website asignificant amount of the membership fee comes directly to support theAutism Society of Northwest Ohio! Anyone can visit the site, but onlymembers can access the great deals. On the site you will find enormousdiscounts from over 160 local businesses on items you use every day.Click on the following links to=preview a small sample of thebusinesses on the website and the great deals they are offering. Youwill find everything you need from attorneys to veterinarians, such as,ice cream, golf, pizza, restaurants, car washes, oil changes & autorepair, plumbers and so much more. The list gets bigger as newbusinesses are added every week, making your card more valuable everyday! You will even receive email alerts when new businesses and greatnew offers are added. The best part is you can use your FanClubCardover and over, there are never any limits!http://fanclubcard.com/Default.aspx

When you purchase and use your FanClubCard, you're helping thelocal economy and ASNO! You don't need to sell anything, we simplyencourage you to purchase 1 or 2 membership cards for your householdthen ask your friends, family and co-workers to join so they can getthe great deals too! This will help us meet our goal of 500 membershipsbefore July 30th! That will raise an incredible $5,000 for our cause! On behalf of the people we serve, I personally endorse this greatprogram and truly feel FanClubCard.com is a great fit for ourorganization. Please help us reach our goal! It's so EASY to do andremember you will get great savings on things you and your familyreally need.'

Thank you for your support!Linell WeinbergExecutive DirectorAutism Society of North West OhioClick HERE to purchase your FanClubCard.com membership today!http://fanclubcard.com/GetTheCard.aspx

Use Registration Code: 800Please enter this code when you purchase your membership. This code isspecifically linked to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio and willinsure our organization receives a portion of each membership fee.

6th Annual Autism Society of NW Ohio PicnicPlease join us for our 6th annual Autism Society Family Picnic onSunday, July 19 from Noon to 3pm at the Ottawa Park Shelter Houseacross from the Toledo Hospital. This is a great opportunity to gettogether with other families in a fun setting. The Bounce House andMorphy the Caterpillar will be back again this year. Bring a dish topass and drinks for your family. Please RSVP to 419-578-2766 orasno.org@... by July 17 with your name, phone number, and thenumber of children and adults that will be attending. Rain or shine!Hope to see you there. www.asno.org

Webinar: Understanding Reading: Development, Assessment, and Instruction

Announcing COPAA’s Inaugural Webinar SeriesUnderstanding Reading: Development, Assessment, and Instruction

A Four Part Webinar SeriesIn this four part series Dr. Holden and Dr. Farrall will introduce participants to the stages of reading development, issues related to reading assessment and the principles of direct, systematic multisensory instruction. They will review how reading skills develop in typical learners with the struggle experienced by those with educational disabilities and dyslexia; and will discuss the role of Response to Intervention (RTI) in designing, implementing, and evaluating interventions.

Part One: Learning to Read - Thursday, June 25, 2009 2:00 – 3:30 pm (Eastern)Part Two: Reading to Learn - Thursday, July 9, 2009 2:00 – 3:30 pm (Eastern)Part Three: Assessment - Tuesday, July 14, 2009 2:00 – 3:30 pm (Eastern)Part Four: Direct, Systematic Multisensory Instruction – Tuesday, July 21, 2009 2:00 – 3:30 pm (Eastern)

COPAA webinars are of most interest to attorneys and advocates who represent students with disablities, as well as parents (individuals who have a family member with a disability and do not receive any income for advocay efforts on behalf of students with disabilities).

Registration is NOT open to anyone who is employed by or receives more than 50% of his/her income from state, local, or intermediate education agencies, or, in the case of an attorney, who represents or has represented such an agency or school district within the past five years.

For more information about the Reading Webinar Series and Registration Information please click here. http://www.copaa.org/training/webinars.html

Registration FeesNon-Member Advocates or Attorneys - $100 Click here to register (click on Upcoming Tab).COPAA Attorney Member $75 – Click here to register (you must log into the COPAA member area of the site to obtain coupon code for discounted registration before registering). COPAA Advocate Member $50 - Click here to register (you must log into the COPAA member area of the site to obtain coupon code for discounted registration before registering). Parent - $35 (individuals who have a family member with a disability and do not receive any income for advocacy efforts on behalf of students with disabilities). Click here to register. Use Coupon Code r8x8td42lh to obtain discounted price.

SPECIAL Register for the entire series and get 25% off the fourth session!!! Register for the entire series and get 25% off the fourth session!!! COPAA Member Coupons are located in the Member Area of the site. Non-members :Use the following coupon for the fourth session to get an additional 25% off the fourth session when registering for entire series. Nonmember Attorneys: coupon code lp48p Parents –coupon code m3nd0

Article: ADHD Drugs Linked to Sudden Death in Kidshttp://news./s/hsn/20090616/hl_hsn/adhddrugslinkedtosuddendeathinkids

Article: FDA - ADHD drug use should continue despite study on sudden deathThe FDA said children with ADHD should continue taking medications for their condition because there is no sufficient evidence that the drugs cause sudden death. The warning follows a study partly funded by the agency that cites 10 cases of sudden death in the patient group taking stimulants.http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124508720714715739.html?mod=dist_smartbrief

GOVERNOR’S COUNCIL ON PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES MEETING This is to inform you that the Ohio Governor’s Council on People with Disabilities will hold its meeting June 24-25, 2009. Time: 12:30 PM, 06/24/09Site: Holiday Inn Worthington7007 N. High StreetWorthington, OH 43085 The meeting site is architecturally and programmatically accessible. A Sign Language Interpreter will be provided if requested. To request an interpreter or other accommodations, please contact the staff office: Ohio Governor’s Council on People with Disabilities400 East Campus View Blvd. SW5GColumbus, OH 43235-4604Phone: (614) 438-1391 (voice/TDD)Toll free in Ohio: 1-800-282-4536 ext. 1391 Please share this notification with the members of your organization. Thank you. (The Ohio GCPD meetings are “scent freeâ€. Please refrain from using fragrances).

Upcoming Events, Akron Area

JUNE Mon. thru Wed., 06-22 thru 06-24 Teacher-Staff Training on HFA+AS (Highland Hills) Tues., 06-23 Understanding and Living with a Child with Special Needs (Akron) Thurs. and Fri., 06-25 + 06-26 KSU Conference (Kent) JULY Wed., 07-01 Oversensitivity (Akron) Thurs., 07-02 ASPIES Adult Support Group"Keys to Life's Successes" - Dick (80-year-old with AS) Sat., 07-11 Whats So Special About Special Education- Winkleman (Independence) Sun., 07-12 Whats So Special About Special Education- Winkleman (Independence) (REPEAT) Sun., 07-12 KSU Swim Classes (Ages 3-12) Sat., 07-18 Demystifying Autism An Inside-Out Perspective (Berea) Tues., 07-21 ASPIES Parent Support Group"Are You Prepared for the Unexpected (Special Needs Planning)" - Attorney Barbara J. Weinschenk Mon. thru Fri., 07-27 thru 07-31 Teacher-Prof Workshop Blended Classroom Prgm (Highland Hills) Thurs., 07-30 Understanding the Evaluation Process (online audio - OCECD)

For more information on any of the above, email Rreindeer@... .

Web Conference: Supporting Adults to Achieve Lifestyles of Their Choice

2009 WEB CONFERENCE SERIESSupporting Adults to Achieve Lifestyles of Their Choice: What Service Providers Need to Know to Make it Happen Weekly Wednesday Sessions June 24 - August 8, 2009 Starts Next Week

Questions Contact kbuford@...Don't miss out on this Community Living. Series In this series you will:* Identify strategies for assisting people to become increasingly in control of their own lives.* Understand how to get supports in place for children once they become adults.* Develop strategies for supportive living.* Learn about strategies that result in people with disabilities having increased valued roles within communities.* Evaluate and select the best options for your situation. For a complete description/dates on each session click here. https://www.tash.org/dev/tashstore/ONSCategory.aspx?catid=4Price: TASH members $75/ session; $472/series Non-members $115/session; $724/ seriesTime: 3:00 - 4:30 pm Eastern

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Greene County is First to Attain CARF Accreditation in Autism Area

From ODMRDD E-newsletter the PIPELINE:

The Greene County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities'(GCBMRDD) Children's Program became the first program in the nationto receive accreditation by the Commission on Accreditation of RehabilitationFacilities (CARF) in the area of Supports For Children with Autism SpectrumDisorder. The accreditation issued in 2009 is in effect for a three-year period.According to GCBMRDD Children's Program Director, Margaret Conrad, andstaff member Liza ,"CARF did not have the specific area of 'Supports For Children with AutismSpectrum Disorder' on their current survey list, and we thought we had a prettystrong program in that area, worthy of accreditation, so we talked with themabout it."They continue, "The CARF surveyors discussed with us the kinds of criteria that they would be looking for,and they supplied us with some 'draft standards'. We had six staff trained in P.L.A.Y.* Project techniques, aswell as other specific training and supports, including an active parent support group, so we thought we'dhave a good chance at getting this part of our organization's work accredited by CARF and get in on theground floor of putting those standards together." And indeed, they did!* P.L.A.Y. is a community based/regional autism training and early intervention program dedicated to empoweringparents and professionals to implement intensive, developmental interventions for young children with autism, in themost effective and efficient way.For more information contact Amy Gerowitz, 513-871-0835.Now that's what we call P.L.A.Y.!For further information contact Liza at 937-562-6500 or Margaret Conrad at 937-562-6773P.L.A.Y resource information also is at http://www.playproject.org/

Book: Developing Talents: Careers for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome and High-Functioning Autism

Updated and Expanded Edition by Temple Grandin and Kate DuffyIn this updated and expanded edition, the authors take an in-depth look at a growing area of the U.S. economy: entrepreneurship. Using real-life examples, they point out that many of the unique characteristics of individuals on the autism spectrum lend themselves well to entrepreneurial ventures. The book also explores many often unnoticed aspects of Vocational Rehabilitation programs that provide job training

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9027.htm

Article: People with autism ace intelligence test Study: People with autism may solve problems differently - People with autism used more visual processing to solve questions on a nonverbal intelligence test, but they found the correct answers faster than people without the disorder, according to a study. The findings may change how people with autism are taught, says lead author Isabelle Soulières.http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/technology/science/people-with-autism-ace-intelligence-test/article1184701/

A Victory for Ohio Voters - State Agrees to Make Changes in Ohio's Electoral Process

This article was shared with ASA-ASO because we are part of the Ohio Disability Vote Coalition which is working to make sure that individuals with disabilities - including autism - and their families are part of the voting process.

Columbus, Ohio--The League of Women Voters of Ohio, the League of Women Voters of Toledo-Lucas County and a dozen Ohio citizens reached a historic agreement with the State of Ohio to fix defects in the way Ohio conducts its elections. The League of Women Voters of Ohio will hold a press conference at 11 AM on Wednesday June 17, 2009 in the Ladies Gallery of the Ohio Statehouse to discuss details of the historic settlement agreement.

"This settlement not only improves elections for Ohio, but sets a national precedent that can be a model for other states seeking greater uniformity, transparency and efficiency in election administration," said , Director of the Democracy Program at Demos and one of the counsel for plaintiffs.The agreement, calling for new institutional procedures in the electoral process, settles a lawsuit filed in 2005 that alleged that then Ohio Secretary of State J. Blackwell, Governor Bob Taft and their predecessors had failed to protect the fundamental rights of eligible Ohio voters to cast a meaningful ballot, as required by the Equal Protection and Due Process Clauses of the Fourteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution. This landmark agreement is binding on the state to provide for uniformity and consistency in Ohio election procedures so that the opportunity to vote can be enjoyed equally by all Ohio citizens.

Ohio Secretary of State Brunner stated, "We are pleased to see this matter resolved for the people of the State of Ohio. The lawsuit represents concern over years of practices in election administration that have been addressed through improving and making more uniform and accountable procedures that affect Ohioans' rights to vote. This lawsuit was one of 21 pending matters of litigation inherited by my administration in January 2007. We are confident that this settlement will be a springboard for Ohioans to see a new day in continued smooth elections in which Ohio voters participate in record numbers and in which Ohio and the nation have confidence."

Read More: http://www.demos.org/press.cfm?currentarticleID=EAF3F40B-3FF4-6C82-56B1453F2D29DEA7

EdConnection - Update from Deborah S. Delisle, Ohio Superintendent of Public Instruction

I hope your summers are off to a wonderful beginning. I am sure your days are busy with staffing, construction, renovation, and planning for the upcoming school year. What happened to summers off??????Last week, the State Board of Education selected new leadership. Deborah Cain was elected to fulfill the term of Board President L. Sheets, who announced her resignation in May. Ann Womer was elected vice president to replace Mrs. Cain.Mrs. Cain was an educator for 31 years in the Akron Public School District. Mrs. Womer has held several statewide offices and currently serves as executive director of the Northeast Ohio Council on Higher Education (NOCHE). I know each of these individuals holds the children of Ohio close to their hearts. I am confident they will fulfill their duties with energy and a focus on enhancing education in Ohio. Last week, Ohio demonstrated that it is still not recovering from the economic downturn. On Thursday, June 11, 2009, the Ohio Legislative Services Commission provided the House and Senate with revised revenue projections for the 2010-2011 biennium. The estimates were $2.6 billion lower than previous estimates. As a result of the lower revenue estimates, there is a $2.5 - $3.2 billion gap in the Senate and House versions, respectively, of the budget. The budget rests now in the hands of the six members of the Conference Committee. As you know, the committee must come up with a balanced budget by July 1. Leaders of both parties have expressed their commitment to preserving K-12 education funding, but also have stated that they realize that, due to the state’s fiscal situation, all areas of the budget have to remain on the table. Thus, the education budget is still in peril. In these difficult times it would be very easy to consign ourselves to the belief that reforms cannot be accomplished. However, I ask that we keep focused on what is best for Ohio’s children and look for creative ways to get the job done. In January, the Governor put forth a bold plan to reform education so that we could continue our progress and ensure that all of Ohio’s children are well prepared for their future. The Governor challenged us to rise to new heights and even, perhaps, to step out of our comfort zones in order to have the greatest impact on the lives of our students. I support the Governor’s education reform plan and will continue to seek ways in which we can work collaboratively to enhance our education system. The time to take action is now; our kids deserve nothing less than our intense focus on redesigning our education system that will be rigorous, incorporate 21st century skills, and provide a graduation requirement that is better aligned with what business leaders consistently request. The current economic state demands that we think creatively about how best to continue on the path of reform. I am committed to the Governor’s plan to reform education and look forward to our continued focus on the future - not on maintaining the status quo.“Doing more with less†was a phrase that I was never very fond of, especially as a district superintendent. I’m not particularly fond of it as State Superintendent either, but I realize that we all need to begin thinking about ways to do our jobs with the resources that are available.One of the most difficult tasks and reality I have faced since coming to the Department has been the significant budget reductions to ODE. With 98 percent of ODE’s budget being sent directly to districts and chartered public schools, we have been trimming (more like a major buzz-cut!) our line items for department operations. I anticipate many more reductions during the next few weeks as the legislature deals with the serious budget deficits. All state employees are slated to receive a 4 percent pay cut in the coming biennium. Significant limitations have been placed on even routine reimbursements, such as mileage, which is hampering our most important work - reaching out to and supporting local districts. We will have to make some very difficult decisions in the weeks ahead. I am losing lots of sleep!However, our staff continues to process licensure applications, answer questions and support schools. We are working on a system that will allow training sessions to be held via videoconferencing, so districts can take advantage of the sessions without having to travel to Columbus and ODE can offer the training while adhering to travel restrictions. We hope to enhance these services and add others as technology and budget allow. I will continue to keep you posted on all of the budget issues as these next weeks unfold. I hope you all take some time during the next several weeks to relax and have some fun. Last week, I recorded a brief message for www.ConversationOnEducation.org. Please click on the link to view the video.Sincerely,Deborah DelisleHere are several items that may be of interest to you:- State Board of Education meeting highlights- OASCD summer conference June 22 - Ohio School Improvement Institute registration opens - INFOhio provides resources for students, parents, educators State Board of Education meeting highlightsThe State Board of Education held its monthly business meeting on June 8. The Board adopted Physical Education Academic Content Standards for grades K-12. The standards can be found by clicking here http://www.ode.state.oh.us/GD/Templates/Pages/ODE/ODEDefaultPage.aspx?page=1 and searching Keywords: Physical Education Content Standards. A summary of Board activities, along with a message from the new Board President Deborah Cain, is available by clicking here http://www.ode.state.oh.us/GD/Templates/Pages/ODE/ODEDetail.aspx?Page=3 & TopicRelationID=574 & Content=68634 and selecting the June 2009 Board Brief.As mentioned in the May 26, 2009 EdConnection, the Board will be holding a public hearing June 18, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. in the Conference Center at the Ohio School for the Deaf on proposed rules regarding employment of individuals with certain criminal convictions. The proposed rules establish rehabilitation criteria for individuals employed by or seeking employment from school districts that are subject to initial and routine criminal records checks.OASCD summer conference June 22The Ohio Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (OASCD) will hold its summer conference on Monday, June 22 in Dublin, Ohio. The conference theme is Educating the Whole Child/Supporting Student Success. Participants will get an in-depth overview of the Supporting Success Report presented to Governor Strickland from the Ohio Public-Private Collaborative Commission in August 2008. It will provide a number of examples of recommendations from the commission to support all students in successfully completing the Ohio Core through extended learning opportunities, dropout recovery, 21st Century after school programs, college awareness for elementary students and their parents, and more. For more information regarding registration, click here http://www.ohioascd.com/. For conference information, contact Ross at (937) 996-4211 or e-mail ohioascd@....Ohio School Improvement Institute registration opensEarly Bird registration for the 2009 Ohio School Improvement Institute is now open. The Institute will be held Nov. 19 and 20 in Columbus. It focuses on learning connections among middle grades, high school and college. Keynote speakers include: Day 1 – Elliott Masie of the Masie Center Learning Lab and Think Tank. Masie is an internationally recognized futurist, analyst, author and organizer on the topic of workforce learning and business collaboration; and Day 2 – Dave Caperton, a Columbus-based teacher, trainer, comedian and comedy writer. To learn more about the Institute or to register, click here. http://www.ohioschoolimprovementinstitute.org/registration.htmlINFOhio provides resources for students, parents, educatorsINFOhio’s Go Further campaign is designed to prepare 21st century learners for success. Their collection of resources helps parents and students plan the journey from high school to college and beyond. For educators, there are resources for information, media and technical literacy. For more information, click here. http://www.infohio.org/PreparingOhioLearners/student.htmlNote: You also may find this document online at http://education.ohio.gov by searching keywords: EdConnection. If you have questions, comments or suggestions about this weekly e-mail, please feel free to contact me at superintendent@....

Resource website for Sign Language

ASLdeafined offers an interactive and educational sign language website with lessons, games, activities, and a personalized progress chart. It has over 2800 videos in the dictionary which continues to grow. Check us out at http://www.ASLdeafined.com . If you know someone that would benefit from this information, please pass it forward. Also, if you have the ability to link www.ASLdeafined to your website, please do.

Fugate and Mercy The ASLdeafined Teamwww.asldeafined.com

Q and A: Questions and Answers on Secondary TransitionOSERS has updated several question and answer (Q & A) documents on the http://idea.ed.gov/ web site, including the "Q and A: Questions and Answers on Secondary Transition.http://idea.ed.gov/explore/view/p/%2Croot%2Cdynamic%2CQaCorner%2C10%2CMost of the questions pertain to the Summary of Performance (SOP) document:1. What is the purpose of the Summary of Performance (SOP) , "a summary ofthe child's academic achievement and functional performance, which shall include recommendations on how to assist the child in meeting the child's 2. What information is required and what information would be helpful to include in the SOP?

3. Does a general educational development credential (GED) or alternate diploma trigger the creation of an SOP?4. Is a public agency required to include in the SOP the documentation necessary to determine a student's eligibility for the Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Services program and/or accommodations in institutionsof higher education?5. How can the SOP assist the VR Services program in the provision of transition services to eligible VR students with disabilities? Documents in the IDEA Q & A series are prepared by OSERS to address high-interest topics. Generally, the questions and answers require interpretation of the IDEA and its regulations and are not simply a restatement of the statutory or regulatory requirements. Although the responses represent the Department's current thinking on this topic, they are not legally binding.Updated FAQs on Discipline, Disproportionality,and Monitoring are also available at http://idea.ed.gov/explore/view/p/%2Croot%2Cdynamic%2CQaCorner%2C

Spring Edition of DD Council Newsletter

Welcome to the Spring edition of the DD Quarterly! Read the newsletter online to learn about issues important to Ohioans with disabilities. See below for the list of articles.

The DD Quarterly is produced for the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council by the Ohio Legal Rights Service.

DD Quarterly - Spring 2009

News from the Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council

Text version: http://olrs.ohio.gov/ddq/DDQSpring09.htm

PDF version: http://olrs.ohio.gov/ddq/DDQSpring09.pdf

In this issue:

1. ODDC Seeks Applicants for Membership2. Name Change Legislation Passed by General Assembly3. Chairman's Message4. Save the Date - Developing Successful Employment Opportunities: A Forum for Ohioans with Disabilities5. ODDC Supports Visitability6. Ohio's DD Network Supports Solidarity 20097. Ohio's Medicaid School Program: What You Need to Know8. Directory Helps People with Developmental Disabilities Find Fitness and Recreation Programs9. Pilot Sites Needed for E-Mentoring Program10. Organization Advocates for Increased Awareness and Safer Environments11. Ohio Legal Rights Service Budget Testimony12. Ohio Legal Rights Service and Client Receive National Advocacy Award13. ODJFS Issues MBIWD Annual Report

If you have questions or comments about the DD Quarterly newsletter, contact:

Tom HemmertOhio Legal Rights Service50 W. Broad St., Suite 1400Columbus, OH 43215Voice: 614-466-7264 or 800-282-9181TTY: 614-728-2553 or 800-858-3542Email: newsletter@...

SLEEP 2009: Melatonin May Counter Sleep Disorders in Autistic ChildrenJim Kling

June 10, 2009 (Seattle, Washington) — A pilot study in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) suggests that low-dose melatonin may be an effective treatment for insomnia in these patients. In this study, positive effects of treatment were seen on both sleep and daytime behavior.Melatonin "does appear to be effective," Beth Malow, MD, professor of neurology at Vanderbilt University, in Nashville, Tennessee, said during her presentation. She emphasized that the study was small and that more work needs to be done.

"Kids with autism who have some sleep problems are candidates for melatonin, and I believe that large, randomized clinical trials of melatonin are well warranted," she concluded.

Dr. Malow presented the findings here at SLEEP 2009: 23rd Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies.Increasing Melatonin Use Children with ASD may experience insomnia, the researchers note, and parents are increasingly turning to melatonin as a sleep aid. However, not much is known about its potential adverse effects. Melatonin also comes in a wide variety of formulations, some with additives such as antihistamines or vitamins.Parents perceive melatonin as a natural treatment, but the wide variety of formulations makes it difficult for practicing physicians to assess its utility. "I don't know what they're taking," said 1 attendee, referring to his autistic patients.

To better assess melatonin's safety and efficacy in autistic children, the researchers conducted a 17-week study of children with ASD who had trouble falling asleep.

The study enrolled children aged 4 to 10 years diagnosed with ASD who required at least 30 minutes to fall asleep on 3 out of 7 nights of the week. Parents received behavioral sleep education before melatonin treatments began, and this was continued through the study. Parents filled out sleep and behavioral survey forms at the beginning and end of all study procedures. Patients wore actigraphy watches (Respironics) for 17 weeks.

After 3 weeks, patients were given 1-mg melatonin (Natrol). Every 3 weeks thereafter, the dose was escalated to 3 mg, 6 mg, and 9 mg, until the patient fell asleep within 30 minutes at least 5 out of 7 nights per week. Pre- and posttreatment actigraphy measures were analyzed using a Wilcoxon signed-ranks test.Ten patients completed the study with no adverse effects. Three required a dose of 1 mg, 5 required 3 mg, and 2 required 6 mg to achieve the desired end point. No patients required a 9-mg dose.Patients started with a mean sleep latency of 38.7 minutes that was reduced to a mean of 21.8 minutes with treatment (P = 0.039).

The Children's Sleep Habits Questionnaire showed improvement in sleep-onset delay (P = 0.008) and sleep duration (P = 0.004), repetitive-behavior scale domains of compulsive (P = 0.002) and ritualistic behavior (P = 0.004), and Parent Interview for Autism domain of affective responses (P = 0.02).Definite Promise

Asked for perspective on these findings, Judith Owens, MD, professor of pediatrics at Brown Medical School, in Providence, Rhode Island, who moderated the session, said the data support the safety, tolerability, and efficacy of melatonin in this patient population.

"This was open label, so you can't get solid conclusions of efficacy, but it definitely has promise," Dr. Owens told Medscape Neurology.

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Books on Sale from Future Horizons

Learning in Motion: 101+ Sensory Activities for the Classroomhttp://store.fhautism.com/p-272-learning-in-motion-101-sensory-activities-for-the-classroom.aspxSale Price: $29.95 Please use code LIM with your online purchase or mention this code when ordering by phone. How Do I Teach This Kid?: Visual Work Tasks for Beginning Learners on the Autism Spectrumhttp://store.fhautism.com/p-136-how-do-i-teach-this-kid-visual-work-tasks-for-beginning-learners-on-the-autism-spectrum.aspxSale Price: $16.95 Please use code HDI with your online purchase or mention this code when ordering by phone.Enter the coupon code MOTION online to receive both books for the special price of $39.95. Or call us and mention this code while making your purchase.

Watch Golf and Help The Arc

The Arc of Ohio is now a participating Charity with the Columbus Nationwide Children’s Hospital Invitational. Click on the link below to purchase your tickets online and be sure to choose ARC Ohio as your charity!For each ticket purchased with an order form with The Arc of Ohio logo attached, 100% of the ticket price will be returned to The Arc of Ohio to assist us with making a difference in the community and Ohio. Come and enjoy the excitement of The Nationwide Children's Hospital Invitational while supporting The Arc of Ohio!!! Your invited to enjoy scenic views, relax with refreshments in the 19th Hole Tent, enjoy Jeni's Ice Creams and a free pancake breakfast, or enjoy half price beers for fifteen minutes each time a Nationwide Tour pro birdies the 13th hole. Don't miss your chance to see the best of golf's future playing now while having fun and support The Arc of Ohio!!!100% of Your Ticket Purchase comes back to us!!!- Official Proving Ground for the PGA TOUR's next stars!!!- You might see the next Jim Furyk, Zack or Daly!!!- To walk around OSU Scarlet Golf Course and stop at the 19th Hole Tent !!!Click here for more details and how to purchase your tickets on line: http://www.nchigolf.com/TicketPackages.aspx

Article: Specialist says individualized approach may work for teaching idiomsTeaching middle-school students about idioms and words with multiple meanings may require an individualized approach, says Nanette Burger-Cote, who offers early-intervention services in Rhode Island. She details her methods in this article. ADVANCE for Speech-Language Pathologists & Audiologists http://speech-language-pathology-audiology.advanceweb.com/Article/Multiple-Meaning-Words-in-Middle-School-2.aspx

Time Magazine Article: A Genetic Link Between Anorexia and Autism?

http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1904999,00.html

Temple Grandin to speak in , PA

C O M M U N I T Y H E A L T H C O N N E C T I O N SPresentsDate: July 22, 2009Time: 10AM to 12PMRegistration starts at 9AMLocation: County CommunityCollegeCultural Center — Succop Theater107 College Drive But ler PA 16002To Register :www.hcqu.org0r724-283-0990Temple Grandin, Ph.D., is inarguably the most accomplished andwell-known adult with autism in the world. She has been featuredon major television programs, such as "ABC's Primetime Live"; the"Today Show"; "Larry King Live"; "48 Hours"; and "20/20". She hasalso been profiled in such national publications as Time magazine,People magazine, Forbes, U.S. News and World Report, and NewYork Times. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Grandin as she discussesEarly Intervention, sensory issues, and some of the challengesthat face people with Autism in schools and in careers.There is no charge for this event

Autism Support Group Summer Events 2009

Solutions Counseling CenterSaturday June 27 Hike and Snack 3-5 PM at Nature CenterThe Huston-Brumbaugh Nature Center (Outside Alliance on Union Ave.)provides for accessibility for persons with disabilities. Accessible features include: · Handicapped parking · Visitor Center and Bird Observatory (including restroom facilities) access · All Persons Trail - 1/2 mile boardwalk through the woods. Highlights along this trail are the pond observation deck, barn with farm animals to pet, and view of the herb garden. Monday July 27 Swim Party Sebring Pool 6-8 PM Thursday August 27 Picnic and Music in Boardman Park 375 Boardman Poland Rd Boardman, Ohio 44512 Caravan will leave from Solutions CC at 4:15 PM Picnic 5-7 All families bring dish/drink or dessert Music 7-? For more information or to RSVP for any event contact Tina White at 330-938-1584 ALL EVENTS ARE FREE Tina M. WhiteCase ManagerSolutions Counseling Center330-938-1584 An Excellent Credit Score is 750. See Yours in Just 2 Easy Steps!