ASO DIGEST: August 17, 2009

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Dear Friend of the Autism Society of Ohio:

 

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News From ASO:

- Horse Boy author coming to Columbus, benefits ASO- Columbus NBC4 to host third Autism Special, August 12, 7pm, ASO President on Daytime Columbus, August 11

- Maureen Corcoran named Interim Medicaid Director

- Ohio's Autism Interagency Workgroup publishes Status Report

- OCALI Conference - Save the Date!

     ASO to Sponsor Parent Corner as Part of Expo, Exhibit Hall     ASO to subsidize Registration Fees for Parents

- Federal Update/Alerts

    U.S. Congress    Health Care Reform

Autism Society Chapter Events:

- News from the Autism Society of America    Autism Society Launches YouTube Channel    Autism Society Announces New e-Store

    Disability Community Mourns Passing of Eunice Kennedy Shriver    San Diego Autism Society Meets with " Adam " Creators   

IACC Issues Request for Information    Update on Health Care    New Analysis of Medicaid for Americans with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities    Study Links Social Reasoning and Brain Development in Preschoolers

    Study Finds Autism Affects Ability to Read Body Language    Autism Society Expert Featured in " School Library Journal " Article    2009 Autism Society Conference Recordings Coming Soon

    Save the date! The Autism Society's 2010 Conference will be in Dallas, Texas, July 7-10.     Minnesota Regional ARI/Defeat Autism Now! Conference    Second Volume of Activity Book Released

    New Resource for Transitions- Autism Society of Greater Akron

     Thursday, August 18, 2009 - Presentation: School, Transition to Adulthood, & OLRS

- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

    

Saturday, August 29, 2009 - Picnic for teens/adults w/ASD     Tuesday, September 8, 2009 - Presentation: Services provided by State School Support Teams

    

September 12, 2009 - Part for the Puzzle Tailgate Party at The Ironwood Cafe     Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

     Monday October 5, 2009 Presentation: New IEP Forms

     Monday, November 2, 2009 - Presentation: Managing Parent Stress

- Autism Society of Dayton

    Saturday, August 28, 2009 - Poker Run Sponsored by Panera Bread    Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009 - Join us for a Day out with the Tank Engine!

    Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009 Workshop: Setting Students Up For Success: Brain Compatible Learning

    Friday December 11, 2009 (tentatively set)  8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Presentation with Jed Baker, PhD

- Autism Society of NW Ohio    

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - Parents of Adults Support Group    

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - Pathways Through Autism Sponsored by the NWORAAC Erie & Ottawa- Autism Society of SE Ohio    

Upcoming Events:

- August 17-21, 2009 Milestones Week-Long Hands-On Teacher/Paraprofessional Training Workshop 

- Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - Sexuality Education 101 – Preparing for Puberty, Cleveland

- Sunday, September 6, 2009 - Autism Benefit Music Festival at Ledges, NE Ohio

- Ohio Self Determination Association 2009 Annual Conference September 15 and 16, 2009, Columbus

- Wednesday, September 16, 2009 Elder author of Look Me In the Eye speaks at Defiance College

- Friday, September 18, 2009 Special Education Workshop with slaw and the Autism Society of Indiana, Indianapolis

- Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Screening of Rainy with a Chance of Meatballs, Columbus

- Sunday, September 20, 2009 Poker Ride for Autism, Portsmouth- September 22, 2009 - Canton; September 23, 2009 - Cleveland; September 24, 2009 - Youngstown: Asperger Syndrome

- September 26, 2009 - Adapted recreation opportunity, Oakwood- Sunday, August 23, 2009 - Free Screening of Muppets Take Manhattan, Cleveland

- Wednesday, October 7, 2009 - DR TONY ATTWOOD to speak in Cincinnati Area

- October 9th-10th, 2009 - Annual International

Conference on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder for Parents,

Caregivers, Health Care Professionals, Educators, Physicians and Adults

with AD/HD, Cleveland

- Wednesday, October 28, 2009, Educational Forum, “Understanding Autism”, Case Medical Center, Cleveland

- November 18-19, 2009 - Career Planning for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Columbus

General News, Articles, Information:

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Article: Eight Ways to Stay in Good School Spirits- Article: 25 Ways to Make This the Best School Year Ever

Books, Resources, Products:

-  Resource: PACER Center launches national teen bullying prevention Web site

- 's Window-- A Grandmother's Documentary of Reversing Autism Naturally

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.

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.

 

Sincerely,

 

Autism Society of Ohio1335 Dublin Rd., Suite 205-CColumbus, OH 43215(614) 487-4726

fax: (614) 487-4725general email: askASO@...

web: www.autismohio.org

 

News From ASO:

Horse Boy author coming to Columbus, benefits ASOOHIO WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY PRESENTS:Author: Rupert IsaacsonBeeghly Library At OWUSeptember 28 at 7:00 PMShowing “The Horse Boy Movie,” book signing and question and answer session

Free will donations for the movie pre-screening would be appreciated!All proceeds to benefit:The Autism Society of Ohio AndFamily PromiseLimited books will be available. To ensure that you have a copy, please  e-mail bethcerda@... by 9/5/2009

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Columbus NBC4 to host third Autism Special, August 12, 7pm, ASO President on Daytime Columbus, August 11

NBC4 in Columbus aired their third autism Special on autism - " The Autism Puzzle " on Wednesday, August 12.  The special focused on Autism Insurance Coverage, Goodwill programs, and speech and occupational therapy.  Instead of commercials, there were information segments from OCALI, the ESC of Central Ohio and the Autism Society of Ohio, among others, whose sponsorship made the show possible.  Folks from the Autism Society of Central Ohio, Autism Society of Ohio, the OSU Nisonger Center, OCALI and Columbus Children's  manned the phones on Call4 and computers on iChat answering questions and providing resources for families.  To see the segments visit: http://wcmhblogs.com/bradys_page/

ASO President Sawan Caruso also appeared on NBC4's Daytime Columbus on August 11.  We will be posting that to Youtube as soon as we receive a copy.  We will also be posting our new " commercial " as well.  We will provide the link here as soon as it is available

Many thanks to Ellie Merritt, Jerod Smalley, Gail Hogan, Toi Vivo, le on and Jen Kiser from NBC 4!Mark you calendars - the next special will be October 7!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Maureen Corcoran named Interim Medicaid Directorfrom ODJFS Director Lumpkin...

" It gives me great pleasure to announce Maureen Corcoran, a deputy

director in the Office of Ohio Health Plans (OHP), will serve as acting

interim State Medicaid Director after Corlett’s departure August

31.

She has been part of the Medicaid leadership team under Corlett

since April, 2008. The team has been responsible for, among other

things, successfully implementing a number of Medicaid expansions and

saving the state nearly $800 million - a record amount - through cost

containment efforts. She has provided leadership and guidance for health

plan policy and managed care, long-term care, eligibility, consumer

support, and home and community-based services waivers operated by OHP

and other Ohio state agencies. She and her staff also assist with the

Medicaid services administered by the Departments of Developmental

Disabilities, Aging, Mental Health, DADAS and Education.

Maureen holds bachelor’s and masters degrees in nursing and an MBA,

with a concentration in health finance. She has clinical and leadership

experience in nursing at the University Hospitals of Cleveland and Case

Western Reserve University.

She was the assistant deputy director for the Ohio Department of Mental

Health under Governor Voinovich, has worked in the departments of

MRDD and Health and was the executive assistant for human services for

Governor Celeste.

Prior to joining OHP, Maureen was with the Ohio Provider Resource

Association, a statewide organization that supports providers of

community-based services to individuals with mental retardation and

developmental disabilities.

She has been an incredible asset to OHP and I am grateful she has

agreed to take on this new role. I look forward to her continued good

counsel and leadership. "

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ohio's Autism Interagency Workgroup publishes Status Report

A Status Report on Work Plan activities, crafted collectively by the IWGA, is complete! To view the complete status report, visit the ODMRDD website at http://odmrdd.state.oh.us/topics/iagautism.htm.  Comments are welcome.

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OCALI Conference - Save the Date!

The OCALI Statewide Ohio Conference is

going to be held in Columbus November 17-19, 2009!  ASO will again

be subsidizing registrations for parents and will be sponsoring a

" parents corner " as part of the exposition.  The Parent's Corner will

be a place where parents can go to meet and network with other

parents.  In addition, there will be informal sessions on a variety of

topics including the autism scholarship, early intervention,

transition, adult services, etc.  For complete information on the

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Federal Update

From the e-newsletter of the Disability Policy Collaboration:U.S. CongressThe House and Senate are in recess through Labor Day.  Most Members of Congress will be back in their home districts meeting with constituents.  Health care reform is expected to be the dominant issue during the recess.

Health Care ReformThe House Energy and Commerce Committee will consider a series of amendments to the America's Affordable Health Choices Act (H.R. 3200), despite having voted the bill out of committee on July 31st.  In September, the Committee will review 55 to 60 pending health care reform amendments and compile the passed amendments into a bill to be merged with the health reform bills passed by the three Committees with jurisdiction over health reform: Energy and Commerce, Ways and Means and Education and Labor.

To clarify the misconceptions about the health care reform proposals, the House Education and Labor Committee has published " Health Care Checkup:  A line-by-line rebuttal to false information can be accessed at http://edlabor.house.gov/blog/2009/08/health-care-checkup-a-line-by-.shtml.

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Autism Society Chapter Events:

News from the Autism Society of America:Autism Society Launches YouTube Channel

Check out the Autism Society's new YouTube channel atwww.youtube.com/TheAutismSociety. We have uploaded several videos fromour

recent National Conference in St. , Ill. Don't miss " The Future

of Autism "

(http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=t1Jmmi6VtcQrwx1Tt7GVgw.. ) and

" The Culture of Autism "

(http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=xn2to7reg58Xw5QtYPXRCA.. , two

special videos produced for the conference, and Autism Society

President & CEO Lee Grossman's introduction to Thursday's keynote

discussion on the future of autism

(http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=u8n9BbuVUDGaymnf0im86g.. ).

More keynote videos are coming soon, so be sure to subscribe to the

channel to get the latest updates!Autism Society Announces New e-StoreThe Autism Society is pleased to announce its new and improvede-Store! The products listed in the e-Store are all selected and are

being used by therapists associated with the Autism Society. What'smore, every purchase generates a donation to advance our vital missionto support autism research, services, awareness and advocacy. Read more:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=0kKXanJScvLWi3Qay0vocA..Disability Community Mourns Passing of Eunice Kennedy ShriverThe Autism Society was deeply saddened by the death of Eunice Kennedy

Shriver Tuesday morning. She was 88. Shriver, who founded SpecialOlympics and led the ph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation, devoted herlife to helping improve the lives of people with disabilities. Herwork significantly changed the way those with intellectual and

developmental disabilities are viewed by society, and her loss will befelt throughout the entire community. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=rYdQKyFoLn45c1gmROX18g..

San Diego Autism Society Meets with " Adam " CreatorsThe San Diego Autism Society was recently invited to an interview withMax Mayer and Hugh Dancy, director and star of the new motion picture " Adam, " which tells the story of a man with Asperger's Syndrome

who forms a romantic relationship with his neighbor. Chapter presidentCherri Cary and administrator Kay Freeman discussed the implicationsof the movie with Mayer and Dancy. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=WnPBUQ9qZRkETJMez-rk5Q..

IACC Issues Request for InformationOn behalf of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC), theNational Institute of Mental Health is seeking comments to inform theannual

update of the IACC Strategic Plan for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Research, as required by the Combating Autism Act of 2006 (P.L.

109-416). Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=uZcMmzu3nGgPDwj0cDH-yQ..Update on Health CareThe health-care debate has moved back to the Congressional Districts,

as members of Congress hold town-hall meetings while home on therecess.

This heated debate has caused much confusion about health-care reform

and autism. Health-care, and access to health-care, is a critical issue

in the autism community and the disability community generally. All of

the proposals currently available for public review are being

considered favorable for the general disability community. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=XSEoYP_cXRKLFxypAuSwFQ..

New Analysis of Medicaid for Americans with Intellectual and Developmental DisabilitiesUnited Cerebral Palsy (UCP) recently released a report on Medicaidservices for Americans with intellectual and developmental

disabilities. The annual " Case for Inclusion " givesadvocates a chance to see how their state ranks, figure out whereservices can be improved, and observe the examples of top performingstates in key areas. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=yKjUtmsD4NXSwjH0bsEHww..

Study Links Social Reasoning and Brain Development in PreschoolersNew research at Queen's University shows that the way preschoolchildren understand false beliefs can be linked to particular aspects

of brain development. This research may aid in understandingdevelopmental disorders such as autism. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Wh4KsuHua-npjqZh5lgmZw..

Study Finds Autism Affects Ability to Read Body LanguageThe way people with autism see and process body language could preventthem gauging people's feelings, according to new research. TheDurham University study suggests visual processing problems could be

contributing to their day-to-day difficulties with social interaction.Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=3U8y-fpnfXn4XCFHaZBnBw..

Autism Society Expert Featured in " School Library Journal " ArticleAutism Society Chief Programs Officer Dr. -Myles wasfeatured in a recent " School Library Journal " article on how libraries

can be inclusive of children with autism. It highlights severalhelpful resources, and includes a sidebar, " What You CanDo, " with several specific strategies from Dr. -Myles. Readthe article at the " School Library Journal " Web site:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=XlflmIn9UsiXdo7gKQY3gQ.. .2009 Autism Society Conference Recordings Coming SoonRecordings of the Autism Society 2009 Conference sessions will be

available in a few weeks; until then early bird pricing is in effect.To order, please go to the conference Web site:www.autism-society.org/conference. A sampling of conference videos are also

posted on YouTube, including Autism Society President and CEO LeeGrossman's introductory address to the Future of Autism paneldiscussion on July 23, and more keynote videos will be posted over the coming weeks.

Check them out at www.youtube.com/TheAutismSociety.Save the date! The Autism Society's 2010 Conference will be in Dallas, Texas, July 7-10.

The Call for Papers will open inmid-September at the conference Web site:www.autism-society.org/conference. We look forward to receiving yoursubmissions!

Minnesota Regional ARI/Defeat Autism Now! ConferenceThe ARI/Defeat Autism Now!® Minnesota Regional Conference will takeplace at the Minnesota History Center in St. , September 12-13.Read more:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=J6coeSee4aTGGysjfJq1eg..Second Volume of Activity Book ReleasedPlaytime with Zeebu recently announced the release of " Eye Power 2, " an

activity, coloring, and sticker book for children with social learningdelays. This series is a tool that will help caregivers interact withchildren while building a foundation for social learning. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=TbQfnkm-ugu2kix7hzy5BQ..

New Resource for Transitions " The Autism Transition Guide "  is a road map for teenagers withautism, their families, teachers, counselors and transitionspecialists to navigating the crucial, sometimes tricky journey from

high school to adult life. Authors Carolyn Bruey, Psy.D., and Beth Urban, M.Ed., walk readers through the process of planning forkey areas. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=QdJHQT_2byM5r3ico7ESfg..

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Thursday, August 18, 2009 - Presentation: School, Transition to Adulthood, & OLRS

ASPIES Greater Akron Support Group for

parents of children w/Asperger Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, &

PDD-NOS partnering with the Autism Society of Greater Akron presents

" School, Transition to Adulthood, & OLRS " with Virginia Ohio

Legal Rights Service (OLRS) - protection and advocacy for people with

disabilities Thursday, August 18th - 6:30-8:30 pm

(Childcare not provided.)NOTE ROOM CHANGE!!!!Children's Hospital Cafeteria Conference Room1 Perkins Sq., Akron OH 44308For further info, contact Joy Spencer330-745-5115 or Rreindeer@...

--------------------------------------------------------------------------The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

P.O. Box 41066

Brecksville, OH  44141

(216) 556-493www.asgc.org

Saturday, August 29, 2009 from Noon - 3:00 PM - Picnic for teens/adults w/ASDAll

teens/adults with ASD and their families are invited to join us for a

picnic at The City of Independence Kiwanis Pavilion.  We look forward

to an afternoon of games and fun.  Admission is FREE.  The ASGC and

Autism Speaks will provide pop/water/hot dogs.  Please bring a dish to

share.  Any individual requiring assistance or supervision must have a

caregiver with them at the picnic at all times.  RSVP is required by

August 24, 2009 at (216) 556-4937 or support@....

Tuesday, September 8, 2009 - Presentation: Services provided by State School Support Teams(note Tuesday

due to holiday) - Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Drive,

Independence, OH 6:30-8:30 We welcome Jim Rohlik or Kathy Jillson from

State Support Team Region III - Educational Service Center of Cuyahoga

County. They will speak about the services that are provided to parents

and districts from The State Support Teams who are responsible for

School Improvements, Literacy, Special Education Compliance and Early

Learning and School Readiness Services to school districts.  Free

Childcare with RSVP. 

September 12, 2009 - Part for the Puzzle Tailgate Party at The Ironwood CafePlease

join the ASGC at The Ironwood Cafe, 6888 Dover Center Rd., Westlake, OH

44145 for a Tailgate Party " OSU Vs. USC " 8:00 PM ESPN Game.  From 4:00

PM till 7:00 PM all you can eat/drink, chinese raffle and more. 

Tickets are $40.00 per person and are available by calling (216)

556-4937 or Eisenmann at (440) 241-8833 or support@....  All proceeds benefit the ASGC.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009   7:00 - 9:00 PM - Avon Lake Library, 32649 Electric Avenue, Avon Lake, OH  44012. Please take this opportunity to meet and network with other professionals, parents, caregivers and those individuals on the autism spectrum.  This group meets the first Tuesday of every month.

Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

10:00 AM Please join us to view “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” at AMC’s Ridge Park Square, 4788 Ridge Road, Brooklyn, OH  44144.  Admission is Reduced to $4.25.  AMC  Entertainment and the ASA have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films on a monthly basis.  The lights are brought up and the sounds turned down and the “silence is golden” policy is not enforced.  Outside food is permitted

Monday October 5, 2009 Presentation: New IEP Forms6:30 - 8:30 PM - Independence Civic Center 6:30-8:30 PM  We welcome  Barbara Rutt, S.W.A., Parent Training Coordinator, OCECD - Cleveland Office Barb will speak on the new IEP forms for all districts.  Free Childcare with RSVP.

Monday, November 2, 2009 - Presentation: Managing Parent Stress6:30 - 8:30 PM  Independence Civic Center

Hal E. Wildman, Ph.D. Pediatric/Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychologist, Spectrum Psychological Associates.  Dr. Wildman will speak about stress management issues for parents of children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

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P.O. Box 1013

Miamisburg, OH 45343206-984-5760www.autismsociety-dayton.org

Saturday, August 28, 2009 - Poker Run Sponsored by Panera Bread

Mark your calendar for Saturday, Aug. 29 and get ready to ride and

enjoy free food and prizes along the way.  Riders will pick up poker

cards and food samples at 6 local Panera Bread bakery-cafes

(Sugarcreek, The Greene, Beavercreek, Springfield, Troy, and Brown St.) followed by lunch and prizes at the end - and at the end of the ride, the top three hands wins! 

Details are still being finalized but tentative cost will be

$20/driver, $5/passenger; plus $3/person if you wish to receive a ride

t-shirt/bandana.  More details and registration information to follow. 

All proceeds benefit the Autism Society of America - Dayton Chapter.  http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001rY34efU3OTcHKnlYe9YI48V0E02QuHtS1fyCRE51l1RowsOUCRVEXuBOqVaNj9cbdG9YqOnzE_TXhNKVseZ-K_8eNtGT67dL5wHq8H2fE5KLm57kJj2xfQ%3D%3D

Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009 - Join us for a Day out with the Tank Engine!Saturday, Sept. 12, 2009, 2:15 PM Group rate:  $14.00/person

Send check or money order made out to ASA-Dayton   to:  P.O. Box 1013, Miamisburg, OH 45343 along with    the name of the leader of your group who will be picking up your tickets at the train and a phone number.TIME EXTENDED!  Money is due to me by August 24st.

Day Out With ™ offers an opportunity for children and their grownups to take a 25 minute ride with the Tank Engine™ and to have their picture taken with Sir Topham Hatt™, the Controller of the Railway. Every event includes & Friends™ storytelling, a viewing station for & Friends videos, temporary tattoos, and Build with LEGO® DUPLO® Bricks in the Imagination Station. The activities on site at Day Out With ™ are for you and your children to enjoy for several hours or more. Please plan your arrival times accordingly; activities on site end 30 minutes after the last train departure.

Event will be held at the Lebanon Mason & Monroe Railroad, 127 S. Mechanic, Lebanon, OH 45036.  Click HERE for a map and directions.Rail cars are not handicap accessible.  Event is held rain or shine.  Day and time subject to change based on number of tickets sold and availability.  It is important we have your phone number so we may contact you if the day/time changes.

Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009 Workshop: Setting Students Up For Success: Brain Compatible LearningWe are pleased to bring you a workshop focusing on brain development, nutrition, and learning styles presented by Ann Anzalone  

Setting Students Up For Success: Brain Compatible Learning  Description: 

How do your children learn?  Give your children an edge effect.  Teach

them the way that they learn and they will be more successful in the

learning process.  Learn how to identify and teach to your own child's

learning styles. 

Thursday, Sept. 17, 2009, 6:30 PM All workshops will be held at the Miami Valley Regional Center, 4801 Springfield Street, Riverside, OH 45431 Workshops are free and open to the public.  Refreshments will be served.  Sorry, we cannot accommodate children.

Please RSVP to: info@...

Friday December 11, 2009 (tentatively set)  8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Presentation with Jed Baker, PhD

Children's Medical Center, Dayton

SAVE THE DATE!

In collaboration with DAFEAT, the Autism Society of  Dayton is pleased to bring the following workshop to Dayton:

No More Meltdowns: Handling Challenging Behaviors & Teaching Social Skills with Jed Baker,  PhD.

More information to follow.For more events and information, visit: http://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001-VYj-myPVdviW35zTAVm7BTVsKr-GKTJPSQVsxCCl7DUz_E-LZ-XuV47oOPK_CJ3wpsci-1Q0j2f3Mvd-CEG88pqdFsCjS8-fwxeQSMkeDM%3D

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Toledo, OH 43615

phone: 419-578-2766 (419-578-ASNO)

fax: 419-536-5038

e-mail: asno.orgbex (DOT) net

website: www.asno.org

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - Parents of Adults Support Group

This is a reminder that our Asperger Family support group will meet

Tuesday, August 18 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm here at the office, 4848

Dorr Street. We are in the house with the red door. Ann Muder will

facilitate.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - Pathways Through Autism Sponsored by the NWORAAC Erie & Ottawa

Counties Autism Focus Team

When: Tuesday, August 18, 2009

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Where: Ottawa County Department of Job & Family Services

8043 W. State Route 163

Oak Harbor, OH 43449

Please call or email to ensure adequate space! For more information

& to RSVP: 419-898-3688 ext. 211  or fausne@...

This is an opportunity to hear from agencies available in your hometown

to help you and your family navigate the road of autism spectrum

disorder. Hear from a panel of speakers from Northern Ohio

Psychological Services, Firelands Regional Medical Center, The Ability

Center, Ohio Legal Rights Service, and parents. Visit information

tables from a variety of agencies: Ottawa County MRDD, Family and

Children First Council, WSOS, Family Information Network, AND

MORE; See the Ottawa County page of our website for more

details.

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PO Box 460Athens, OH 45701740-205-6810   info@...www.autismseohio.org

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Upcoming Events, Conferences:August 17-21, 2009 Milestones Week-Long Hands-On Teacher/Paraprofessional Training Workshop

How to Use Behavioral Interventions Effectively in the Public School Setting

August 17-21, 2009Week-Long

Hands-On Teacher/Paraprofessional ABA Training (Milestones) Beachwood,

Ohio. 8:00am- 4:00pm. Includes hands-on training in small groups with

BCBA trained instructors, school observation, and follow up workshop

with fellow team member. Limited to 25. PDC (30) included in price,

Graduate Credit (2), additional fee. For more information call

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Tuesday, August 18, 2009 - Sexuality Education 101 – Preparing for Puberty 7:00pm

Lydia Troha, Human Sexuality Educator for the CCBDD, will guide parents

of 9 to 12 year olds through the physical and emotional changes

experienced at the onset of puberty. Topics will include preparing your

child for body changes, public/private behaviors, the importance of

boundaries, and other issues relevant to the transition from childhood

to adolescence. See the attachment for more information on Lydia Troha.

Cleveland Clinic Community Room - Independence5001 Rockside Road Independence, Ohio 44131 please rsvp@...--------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Sunday, August 23, 2009 - Free Screening of Muppets Take ManhattanSponsored by the Kiwanas Club of Downtown ClevelandThe Muppets graduate from college and decide to take their senior revue on the road.  They hit the streets of Manhattan trying to sell their show to producers, finally finding one young and idealistic enough to take their show.  After several mishaps and much confusion, things begin to come together for them.

1984 UK 94 minutes.  Rated G – Directed by Oz, Starring Jim Henson and Oz – Nominated for 1 ; 2 other nominations.Activities for Kids and their FamiliesFREE Popcorn and Soft Drinks for EVERYONE!!!!!!!!

Free parking - 15th and Chester GaragePALACE THEATRESun. August 23, 2009Movie begins at 11:00amShow Time is 94 minutesThis FREE program is offered to families with children with physical and mental limitations that inhibit them from participating in traditional movie environments.

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Sunday, September 6, 2009 - Autism Benefit Music Festival at Ledges, NE OhioEvent: Autism Benefit Music Festival at Ledges September 6

      " An All Day Family Event Labor Day Weekend - Sunday " What: ConcertHost: National Autism Association - Northeast OhioStart Time: Sunday, September 6 at 12:00pmEnd Time: Monday, September 7 at 12:00am

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Ohio Self Determination Association 2009 Annual Conference September 15 and 16, 2009, ColumbusUniversity Plaza Hotel, Columbus

" Life without Limits " Ohio Self Determination Association705-D Lakeview Plaza Blvd.Worthington, OH 43085www.ohiosda.org, osda@...

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Wednesday,September 16, 2009 Elder author of Look Me In the Eye speaks at Defiance College Elder , http://www.johnrobison.com/

an individual on the autism spectrum  and author of the book " Look Me

In the Eye " will speak at Defiance College at 2 p.m. in Schaumburg

Auditorium to the incoming first year class about his book, “Look Me in

the Eye.”  Then at 3:30 p.m. he will address a community audience about

his life with Aspergers. These presentations at Defiance College are

free and open to the public. For more information, contact:

Fred W. Coulter, Ph.D., CFLEParent Partnership CoordinatorHench Autism Studies ProgramDefiance College701 N. Clinton St.Defiance, OH 43512(419) 783-2416autism@...

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Friday, September 18, 2009 Special Education Workshop with slaw and the Autism Society of Indiana

IDEA & NCLB:  What You Dont Know CAN Hurt You!    Junior Achievement of Central Indiana in IndianapolisSeptember 18, 2009http://www.disabilitygoto.com/slawIndianapolis.html

----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Saturday, September 19, 2009 - Screening of Rainy with a Chance of Meatballs, Columbus

The next Movie Day is Saturday, September 19th, for Rainy with a Chance of Meatballs!  Same

time and location: 10:00 a.m. at Crossroads Marcus Cinemas. More

information will be forthcoming. Check out this link for a preview: http://io9.com/5174221/cloudy-with-a-chance-of-meatballs-trailer-whets-our-appetite-for-cheeseburger-rain

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sunday, September 20, 2009 Poker Ride for Autism, PortsmouthPortsmouth Motorcycle Club/Portsmouth Fire Dept

Date:     Sunday, September 20, 2009Time:     11:00am - 5:00pmLocation:     ParkCity/Town:     Portsmouth, OHFor more information, call Potts at 740-259-0055 or Email at winnie2go@...

-------------------------------------------------------------Tuesday, September 22, 2009 - Canton; Wednesday, September 23, 2009 - Cleveland; Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Youngstown: Asperger Syndrome

This course is designed to educate participants about Asperger's Syndrome and provide practical skills for effective assessment and intervention. From Hans Asperger's first description of the syndrome to current views, participants will gain knowledge and insight into the strengths and weaknesses associated with this diagnosis. Attendees will be able to identify and obtain skills-based techniques designed to address the social-interaction, social-communication and social-emotional concerns present in this population. Significant attention will be paid to diagnostic criteria and treatment intervention with numerous opportunities for hands-on skills development. Extensive recommendations will be provided designed for specialists and classroom teachers to help these children succeed in the academic environment. Case studies and an appropriate amount of time for questions and answers will also be provided. Participants will take home useful tools and creative ideas to implement in their school or practice the very next day.

8:00am  - 3:30pm  (Check in starts at 7:30am)Holiday Inn Canton-North Canton, Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland East Mayfield Village or Quality Inn & Suites North, Belmont Ave.http://www.findaseminar.com/event1.asp?eventID=4774

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------September 26, 2009 - Adapted recreation opportunity, Oakwood

The Miami Valley Association of Disabled Athletes is hosting a free eventshowcasing adapted recreational/sports activities in the Miami ValleySaturday September 26, 2009 1:00 to 5:00 PM at Elementary School 1701

Shafor Blvd Oakwood Ohio.This event is for all children and adults with disabilities and theirfamilies. Siblings will be encouraged to participate.The event will include clinics on adapted basketball, tennis, softball,

football, and soccer among other adapted recreational activities.Adapted recreational organizations from around the Miami Valley will bethere.For more information go to www.mvada.org

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Wednesday, October 7, 2009 - DR TONY ATTWOOD to speak in Cincinnati AreaWHAT:           FUTURE HORIZONS' AUTISM / ASPERGER'S CONFERENCE

WHEN:   WEDNESDAY - OCTOBER 7TH, 2009   WHERE:  THE DRAWBRIDGE INN AND CONVENTION CENTER                      2477 ROYAL DRIVE                    FORT MITCHELL, KY  41017 YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS THIS FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO HEAR ONE OF THE MOST NOTED SPEAKERS IN THE FIELD OF ASPERGER'S.  DR ATTWOOD IS NOT ONLY A CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST FROM BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA, HE IS ALSO ADJUNCT PROFESSOR AT GRIFFITH UNIVERSITY IN QUEENSLAND.

WITH OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE IN THE FIELD OF ASPERGER'S, HIS KNOWLEDGE IS VAST AND PRACTICAL.  HEAR HIM SPEAK ON LOVE AND RELATIONSHIPS, FRIENDSHIPS, BULLYING, GIRLS WITH ASPERGER'S, SPECIAL INTERESTS, MANAGING EMOTIONS AND IMPROVING SOCIAL UNDERSTANDING.

REGISTER NOW ! !       WWW.FHAUTISM.COM and save $5 off registration                                        for special group rates of 10 or more, please contact:                          teresa@...  or phone 800-489-0727

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------October 9th-10th, 2009 - Annual International Conference on Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity

Disorder for Parents, Caregivers, Health Care Professionals, Educators,

Physicians and Adults with AD/HD, Cleveland

General Conference October 9th-10th, 2009 • Pre-Conference institutes (Optional) October 7th and/or 8th, 2009For more info see:  http://www.chadd.org/Content/CHADD/Conferences_Training/Annual_Conference/default.htm

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Educational Forum, “Understanding Autism”, October 28, 2009, Case Medical Center, Cleveland

The

Discovery and Wellness Center for Children (DWCC) at University

Hospitals Case Medical Center would like to extend to you an invitation

to our educational forum, “Understanding Autism.”  The goal of the

forum is to educate attendees on the complexity of autism through

explaining autism spectrum disorders from a neurological, behavioral,

and social perspective and highlighting symptoms, diagnosis,

treatments, and community resources for families and/or professionals

that work or have children diagnosed with autism. 

This educational forum will be held on Wednesday, October 28th at the

W.O. Building’s Auditorium 10524 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, 44106,

from 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and is open to mental health professionals,

teachers, parents, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge

of autism. Parking is free in Lot #36, located across from the W.O.

Building next to National City Bank on Stokes Blvd.

Please join the DWCC, Max Wiznitzer, M.D., Short, Ph.D., and

Rory McLean for a discussion on this important topic. Seating is

limited. Please RSVP by October 21st by calling 216.844.3922 (DWCC). If

you prefer to RSVP via email, please complete the cells below. To RSVP

for multiple attendees, please send the requested information (Name,

Occupation, Business Name, Phone Number, Email Address, Parent or

Professional) in one email. .King@...

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) may be available for $18 and a

certificate of attendance will be issued at the conclusion of the

forum. Please be sure to contact your institution's official for

further details on how to qualify for CEUs.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------November 18-19, 2009 - Career Planning for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Columbus

Help Young Adults with ASDs Transition to Careers! After several years of planning, Spectrum Training is delighted to announce that our two day Autism Career Planning conferences are now ready.  After much dialogue with career planners, transition teachers, parents and other ASD concerned persons we planned these conferences to meet those specific, critical needs.

 This high caliber career planning is the key to a successful future with positive long-term outcomes and is ESSENTIAL for:*  Career counselors, job developers/job coaches, rehab administrators, vocational coordinators

*  Special education administrators, teachers, teacher assistants, case managers, therapists*  Students, parents, caregivers, and young adults with ASDs (16+) November 18-19 in Columbus, OH with Emmett & Simler http://www.spectrumtrainingsystemsinc.com/columbus.html

General News, Articles, Information:

Article: Eight Ways to Stay in Good School SpiritsIt's easy to be negative about your child's school experience, defined as it may be by struggles and battles and shortfalls and stress. Having a good attitude about all that is hard for your child, and hard for you. It's worth trying, though -- an upbeat outlook will make a big difference for your child, and it has to start with you. Here are eight ways to accentuate the positive.http://specialchildren.about.com/od/specialeducation/tp/positive.htm?nl=1

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Article: 25 Ways to Make This the Best School Year EverParents of children with special needs have a bigger influence than most on how their students make it through the school year. Be part of the solution with 25 ways to make this the best school year ever -- by organizing, by advocating, by participating, by any means necessary.

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Books, Resources, Products:

Resource: PACER Center launches national teen bullying prevention Web site

Teen star Demi Lovato announces partnership to support TeensAgainstBullying.org and PACER’s National Center for Bullying PreventionPACER Center’s National Center for Bullying Prevention today launched TeensAgainstBullying.org, an innovative bullying prevention resource where teens can become a powerful part of the movement to end bullying. Teens themselves participated in the creative process of developing the site. Through videos, blogs, and social networking, the site’s resounding message is “the end of bullying begins with you.”

Once the target of bullying, teen singing sensation Demi Lovato is passionate about the cause. She is supporting the effort by appearing on the new Web site and doing a digital ribbon cutting at PACER for the Aug. 7, 2009 site launch.  Learn more at TeensAgainstBullying.org.

------------------------------------------------------------------------'s Window-- A Grandmother's Documentary of Reversing Autism Naturally

 Through a natural diet, natural supplements, and detoxing through lifestyle changes, we are reversing my grandson's autism using natural methods.

 Seeing is believing!  For more information go to www.brandonswindow.com and get direct links to over 125 videos of my grandson 's amazing progress www.youtube.com/user/lynneanthonybrandon  More videos are to be posted in the future of this ongoing documentary.