ASO DIGEST: September 21, 2009

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News From ASO:

- Update on the Sky Case- From ODE: Whose IDEA Is This? Update Sept. 2009

- ASO President Sawan Caruso to present Autism Spectrum Disorder Course

- OCECD offering a Variety of Great Seminars throughout the Fall- Monday, September 28, Horse Boy author coming to Delaware, benefits ASO

- Information from ODE-Office for Exceptional Children     Statewide Special Education Leadership Conference registration deadline extended

    

Alternate Assessment for Students with Disabilities 2009-2010 Manual now available

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Carolyn Knight Named Executive Director, Developmental Disabilities Council   - Budget Impact: Ohio Supreme Court says slots at racetracks subject to referendum

- OCALI Conference - Save the Date! November 17-19, 2009!

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

- Federal Update/Alerts

   Congress, President Continue to Work for Health-Care Reform  

IACC Scientific Workshop  

U.S. Congress Back in Session

Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:

- Autism Society of America

    New competencies to help teachers of students with autism spectrum disorders    Parts of Brain Involved in Social Cognition May Be in Place by Age 6

   

Getting Wired: How the Brain Does It   

Natural Learning Concepts Offers a Special " Back-to-School Package " for Children with Autism and Special Needs   

2009 Autism Society Conference Recordings Coming Soon   

2009 AutCom Conference   

Free Medicaid Webinars   

" The Horse Boy " Movie Opening Soon   

New Asperger's Memoir Available   

" Bake Deliciously! Gluten and Dairy Free Cookbook "    

Resource for Job Seekers   

New Teen Memoir

- Autism Society of Greater Akron

    Friday, September 25, 2009 - Clambake to benefit Autism Society of Greater Akron at Vue

- Autism Society of Central Ohio 

- Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati

     Friday, October 9th, 2009 - 1st Annual Quench Autism ... One Pint At A Time!    

Thursday, Friday,October 16th, and 17th, 2009, Presentation - “An

Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis by Dr. Carboneâ€

- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

     Monday October 5, 2009 Presentation: New IEP Forms

     Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Fourth Annual Cleveland’s Country Charities Fundraiser

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

     Tuesday, November 10, 2009 - Presentation: Music Therapy Enrichment

- Autism Society of Dayton

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

- Autism Society of NW Ohio    Saturday, October 10, 2009 - How to Write a Good IEP for a  Student with ASD

    Participate in the Great Lakes Center for Autism online needs assessment   

Asperger Family Support Group    

Sibshops

- Autism Society of SE Ohio

- Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)

Upcoming Events:

- Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 - Dr. Rick Bowers (Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD in children and teens), Dayton

- September 22, 2009 - Canton; September 23, 2009 - Cleveland; September 24, 2009 - Youngstown: Asperger Syndrome- Saturday, September 26, 2009 - SST 1's Parent Academy, Toledo

- Saturday, September 26, 2009 - Adapted recreation opportunity, Oakwood- Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs, Solon

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Sunday, September 27, 2009- ABA Everyday During Play, Cleveland Area- Tuesday, September 29, 2009 - " The Biomedical Approach to Autism " , Westlake

- September 30, 2009, October 21, 2009, November 18,

2009, January 20, 2010, March 10, 2010, April 21, 2010 - Presentations:

Autism Series, Westlake- October 2 - 4, 2009 - Fourth International Public Conference on Vaccination, Washington DC

- 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- October 15, 2009, Columbus; October 19, 2009,

Independence; October 20, 2009, Boardman - Workshop: Effective

Strategies for Classroom Behavior Management - Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - Transition Fair, Stow

- Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: Where the Wild Things Are, Solon

- October 15, 2009, Columbus; October 19, 2009,

Independence; October 20, 2009, Boardman - Workshop: Effective

Strategies for Classroom Behavior Management - Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Northeast Ohio College Fair for Students with Learning Differences

- Sunday, October 25, 2009- Be Prepared: Practical Behavior Plans, Cleveland Area

- Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - Conference: " Health Reform for People with Disabilities " , Columbus

- Wednesday, October 28, 2009, Educational Forum, “Understanding Autismâ€, Case Medical Center, Cleveland

- Sunday, November 15. 2009- Tools for Encouraging Communication, Cleveland Area

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

- Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: The Princess and the Frog, Solon

General News, Articles, Information:

- Latest Issue of slaw Newsletter- Article, Resource: Campaign aims to improve job outlook for people with disabilities

- Article: Parents come together to create farm for adult children with autism in Ohio

Books, Resources, Products:

- New Books from Kingsley Publishers

- Book: Growing Up On The Spectrum

- College Internship Program for Student swith Developmental Disabilities

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Getting Kids In Sync ONLINE Seminar November 2009- Preparing for Disasters Makes Sense for People with Disabilities and Special Needs (FEMA Pamphlet)

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!DONATE TO ASO!  To support the efforts of the ASO, click here: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick & hosted_button_id=7825309

Have you purchased your Ohio Autism Awareness License Plate yet? To purchase yours, visit www.oplates.com and click on " Specialty Plates " or visit our website at www.autismohio.org for more information.

Please

note:  This is provided for information purposes only. The 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@...

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News From ASO:

Update on the Sky Casehttp://www.akronnewsnow.com/news/itemdetail.asp?ID=34798 & section=news & subsection=localnews & title=Autistic_Murder_Suspect_Unfit_To_Stand_Trial

--------------------------------------------------------------------------From ODE: Whose IDEA Is This? Update Sept. 2009A new federal regulation to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA) provides that a parent may revoke consent for special education and related services for his or her child with a disability. The document, Whose IDEA Is This? Update Sept. 2009, summarizes the new regulation. This new information must be provided to parents no later than January 1, 2010. If districts and community schools have already made copies of Whose IDEA Is This? for use this school year, Whose IDEA Is This? Update Sept. 2009 must be printed out and inserted into the procedural safeguards notice when providing copies to parents. In this way, new copies of Whose IDEA Is This? do not have to be made this school year.

Please note that Ohio's procedural safeguards notice, Whose IDEA Is This?, is being updated to include the new regulation related to revocation of consent for the 2010-2011 school year and must be used by July 1, 2010.

If you have questions, please contact the Office for Exceptional Children, Procedural Safeguards section at (614) 466-2650 or (877) 644-6338.To view Whose IDEA Is This? Update Sept. 2009 go to http://www.edresourcesohio.org.

----------------------------------------------------------------ASO President Sawan Caruso to present Autism Spectrum Disorder CourseWayne County Schools Career Center

Now Offering:In partnership with:The University of Akron, Wayne CollegeContinuing Education Credits for…Educational AidesEducational ParaprofessionalsTeachersParticipants will understand the characteristics of Autism Spectrum

Disorder and explore a variety of approaches for educating students.The OCALI Comprehensive Program Planning Tools, visualsupports, applied behavior analysis, sensory processing andcommunication issues will be described.

Participants will receive a certificate of completion from Adult & Community Education, WCSCC inpartnership with The University of Akron, Wayne College for 3.2 CEU’s (check with your local LPDC forpre-approval) upon successful completion of the class.

Optional Graduate Credits: Qualify for Graduate Credit for only $129 per credit hour! GraduateStudents must complete one positive behavior support plan for a student; define how they haveimplemented visual aids in their classroom; document the use of discrete trial, accommodations, and or

modifications in their classroom; summarize the use of sensory integration and communicationstrategies in the classroom; and develop a social emotional plan for one student.REGISTER NOW330-669-7070On Line: WCSCC.ORG

Class Dates:September 21, 28October 5,12,19November 2, 9,16January 11, 25February 1, 8, 22March 1, 29April 5Class Time:6-8 p.m.Class Location:Wayne College 1901 Smucker Road, Orrville

Class Cost:$200Presenter: Sawan Caruso, Founder and owner of ConsultationServices for Individuals with Special Needs.A course on Sensory Integration is also available.  Visit wcscc.org for more information.

---------------------------------------------------------------------OCECD offering a Variety of Great Seminars throughout the FallVisit: https://ocecd.webex.com/mw0306l/mywebex/default.do?siteurl=ocecd for complete details, locations and how to register.

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Horse Boy author coming to  Delaware, benefits ASO

OHIO WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY PRESENTS:

Author: Rupert Isaacson

Beeghly Library At OWU

Monday, September 28 at 7:00 PM

Showing “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

 And

Family PromiseFor more information, contact Beth Cerda at 740-362-2363

Cell 1-740-404-9469 or e-mail bethcerda@...

Limited books will be available. To ensure that you have a copy, please  e-mail bethcerda@... by 9/5/2009

--------------------------------------------------------------------Information from ODE-Office for Exceptional ChildrenStatewide Special Education Leadership Conference registration deadline extended

The registration deadline for the Statewide Special Education Leadership Conference has been extended to Sept. 21.Click here to register - http://thelinkto.org/partnering/partneringconference.html

Alternate Assessment for Students with Disabilities 2009-2010 Manual now available The 2009-2010 AASWD manual and appendices are posted! Go to education.ohio.gov and key word search “alternate assessmentâ€. 

-------------------------------------------------------------------Carolyn Knight Named Executive Director, Developmental Disabilities Council   From the ODMRDD E-newsletter Pipeline:

The Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council (“DD Councilâ€) has named Carolyn Knight Executive Director.  She has been serving the organization as Acting Executive Director since late 2008, upon the retirement of Dave Zwyer.  Prior to her appointment as the agency’s Acting Director, Carolyn was Executive Director of Ohio Legal Rights Service, and was a DD Council member participating actively on various Council committees, including the Outreach Committee.  As Executive Director, Carolyn will oversee the DD Council’s many grant programs and the interactions between staff and grantees, including a focus on assuring that underserved and previously unserved populations receive the information and support they need.  Outreach to underserved/unserved populations has become one of Council’s strongest efforts over the past several years. Accepting the Executive Director position, Carolyn commented, “My hope is to give people with disabilities and their families a strong and unified voice on the myriad of issues that affect their lives.  I greatly appreciate the opportunity to serve in this way with the DD Council.â€Â  In a recent Reach Out e-Diversity newsletter E-Diversity, a publication made available through a Council grant, Carolyn shared her perspective regarding the developmental disabilities community, noting, “When we join together, the power of our community to transform our own lives lies not only in the causes we share, but among the solutions we provide.â€

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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 UpdateCongress, President Continue to Work for Health-Care Reform

The health-care reform debate is still active, coming out of the August break. This week, ahead of President Obama's Wednesday night address to a joint session of Congress, Senator Max Baucus (D-MT) began releasing details about his proposed health-care reform plan. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Xs1hITXXhAX1uwFAuFVPAg..

IACC Scientific WorkshopThe Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) will be holding a two-day Scientific Workshop on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, andThursday October 1, 2009, at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center in Bethesda, Md. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=nvE6yoEpzT9h2OCxwqvkLw..

U.S. Congress Back in SessionCongress returned this week after a five-week summer recess. Among thekey policy issues Congress hopes to complete action on in thecoming months are health-care reform, the fiscal year 2010

appropriations and climate change. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=BtcI3aFk6r8rBTp1m1RmTA..

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Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:

Autism Society of America

New competencies to help teachers of students with autism spectrum disorders IU institute is key collaborator in developing professional competencies for teachers 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAug. 25, 2009 BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), in conjunction with the Autism Society of America (ASA), has announced the publication of professional competencies for teaching students with autism spectrum disorders. 

 These competencies, the result of a three-year grant funded by the Autism Society of America, will be incorporated into the CEC's resource on highly qualified teachers titled What Every Special Educator Needs to Know and endorsed by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). 

  " As the incidence of autism has increased, universities and colleges created their own version of competencies to guide program development, " said Pratt, director of the Indiana Resource Center for Autism at Indiana University and chair of the Autism Society Board, who worked on the competencies. 

  " With the release of these competencies and through the leadership of the Autism Society and the CEC, there is now a national standard that can be used for both course and program creation and for professional development in schools, " Pratt said. " This will increase the probability that new teachers will enter the classroom with the skills and knowledge needed to educate students across the autism spectrum. "

 Family members and individuals on the spectrum played a key role in the competencies development process. Research and technical assistance was provided by the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence (OCALI) and partners from the Network of Autism Training and Technical Programs (NATTAP), which includes the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community's Indiana Resource Center for Autism. NATTAP will be integral in the implementation and training of the use of the competencies in school districts. Additionally, the competencies will be incorporated into textbooks used by universities and integrated into a platform of 80 Autism Internet Modules currently under development.

 For more information, contact Pratt at prattc@... or 812-855-6508. For more information about the Indiana Institute, visit www.iidc.indiana.edu.

 About NCATE: The National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) currently accredits 632 colleges of education with nearly 100 more seeking NCATE accreditation. NCATE is a coalition of 33 member organizations of teachers, teacher educators, content specialists, and local and state policy makers. All are committed to quality teaching, and together, the coalition represents more than 3 million individuals. The U.S. Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation recognized NCATE as a professional accrediting body for teacher preparation.

 About CEC: The Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the educational success of individuals with disabilities and/or gifts and talents. CEC advocates for appropriate governmental policies, sets professional standards, provides professional development, advocates for individuals with exceptionalities, and helps professionals obtain conditions and resources necessary for effective professional practice. To learn more about CEC, visit www.cec.sped.org or call 888-232-7733.

 About the Autism Society: Founded in 1965, the Autism Society is the nation's leading grassroots autism organization, which exists to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Through a nationwide network of local chapters ASA works to increase public awareness about issues important to people on the autism spectrum -- advocating so individuals have access to appropriate services throughout their lifetime, and providing accurate information regarding treatment, education, research and public policy. For more information or to get involved, visit www.autism-society.org.

Parts of Brain Involved in Social Cognition May Be in Place by Age 6Social cognition--the ability to think about the minds and mentalstates of others--is essential for human beings. In the last

decade, a group of regions has been discovered in the human brain thatis specifically used for social cognition. A new study in theJuly/August 2009 issue of the journal " Child Development " investigates

these brain regions for the first time in human children. The studyhas implications for children with autism. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=ZhF0QRKiKt_-PjbbFa0pCg..

Getting Wired: How the Brain Does ItIn a new study, researchers at the Montreal Neurological Institute andHospital (The Neuro) at McGill University have found an importantmechanism involved in setting up the vast communications network of

connections in the brain. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=GGWnI13t3VQO0j0FT1nRXA..Natural Learning Concepts Offers a Special " Back-to-School Package " for Children with Autism and Special Needs

Natural Learning Concepts has made their " Back-to-School Package " available to the general public. For a limited time, the item is discounted to assist parents and teachers to purchase educational products that can immediately be used to teach children. Read more:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=grkWLAMxG7jiA36Hu7JupA..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 is also posted on YouTube, including the keynote panel discussions on the future and culture of autism. 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 this fall at the conference Web site: www.autism-society.org/conference. We look forward to receiving your submissions!

2009 AutCom ConferenceThe 2009 Autism National Committee's annual conference, " Opening Doors with Voices and Choices, " will take placeSeptember 25-26 at the Crowne Plaza Nashua, 2 Somerset Way, in Nashua,

N.H. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=pCKATH0Q3pG8V3qMTH5QhA..Free Medicaid WebinarsThe Medicaid Reference Desk will offer five free Webinars this fall to

show people how to find the information they need. These Webinars willtake place September 16 at 1 p.m. EST; September 30 at 7 p.m. EST;October 13 at 4 p.m. EST; October 27 at 7 p.m. EST; and November 10 at 1 p.m. EST. Register online at www.thedesk.info/teleconf.

" The Horse Boy " Movie Opening SoonHow far would you travel to heal someone you love? In a documentaryfilm based on the book of the same name released last April, " The HorseBoy " follows one Texas couple and their son with autism as they trek on

horseback through Outer Mongolia in a quest for healing. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=AuQTap5h12YpEapsYoCStw..New Asperger's Memoir Available

In 1997, Tim Page won the Pulitzer Prize for Criticism for his work asthe chief classical music critic of the " Washington Post, " work that thePulitzer board called " lucid and illuminating. " Three

years later, at the age of 45, he was diagnosed with Asperger'sSyndrome. In the personal chronicle " Parallel Play, " Page revisits hisearly days through the prism of newfound clarity. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=L4ojnjOvWqM05pL2Ko0CGA..

" Bake Deliciously! Gluten and Dairy Free Cookbook " The " Bake Deliciously! Gluten and Dairy Free Cookbook " by Duaneshows at-home cooks how to make more than 150 beautiful baked items

without gluten, dairy and other common allergens. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=Qfa1RZgRTTCfJVWM_UFIbA..Resource for Job Seekers

Hire Disability Solutions is a firm that connects job seekers who havea disability with employers who are looking to hire qualified workers.Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=r4cxT8QIURme-QJ4KacVOw..

New Teen MemoirDebut writer Blaze Ginsberg offers a unique perspective on his life asa 21-year-old with autism in " Episodes. " Inspired by the format of theInternet Movie Database, Blaze organizes his life events as a

collection of episodes. Some episodes are still running, some are insyndication and some have sadly come to an end. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=jf7KY6XHv7pCNsnbOcBy_w..

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Autism Society of Greater Akron

PO Box 2831Akron, Ohio 44309-2831330-543-3955autismgreaterakron@...www.asagreaterakron.com

Friday, September 25, 2009 - Clambake to benefit Autism Society of Greater Akron at Vue

Vue Restaurant & Lounge’s annual clambake to benefit Autism Society

of America, Greater Akron Chapter on Friday, September 25   5PM-10PMVue

announces its third annual Clambake.  This year’s clambake will benefit

the Autism Society of America, Greater Akron Chapter. Vue will donate

one dollar of every bake sold to the Society. For additional

information please contact Tartarowicz General Manager at

330.650.1883. Reservations are required.

“The Best Clambake Everâ€Â  ...eat your heart out Nantucket!Friday, September 255PM-10PMIt’s not just about the clams Grand Buffet Menu!Cold Seafood Display w/ Shrimp, Crab Legs & MusselsNew England & Manhattan Clam Chowders

1 Doz. Steamed Clams w/ Butter & ChivesRoasted Chicken w/ Rosemary & HoneyCarved Beef Tenderloin w/ Demi & Wild MushroomsDesign-Your-Own Pasta StationLobster and Shrimp Fritters w/ Lemon Aioli

Fresh Salads & Grilled Local CornSautéed Heirloom Beans & Local VegetablesButtery Redskins w/ Fine HerbsWarm House & Corn BreadsBananas Flambé StationAssorted Desserts$29.95 8oz Lobster Tail add $20 or additional Clams at $12 per dozen at time of reservation only.

(sorry, no coupons, Sale tax and gratuity additional)Limited Seating: 330.650.1883Vue

is an upscale-casual, metropolitan-style restaurant and lounge

featuring American contemporary cuisine and an award winning wine list.

Vue is located in historic downtown Hudson,Ohio in the First & Main

Shopping District.

Vue Restaurant & Lounge   49 Village Way   Hudson, OH 44236330.650.1883      www.vue-restaurant.com --------------------------------------------------------------------------

The Autism Society of Central Ohio286 Weydon Rd.Worthington, OH 43085614-487-4720 Extension 301or1-800-875-2723 Extension 301http://www.autism-centralohio.com/

centralohioasa@... -------------------------------------------------------The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

P.O. Box 41066Brecksville, Ohio 44141(216) 556-4937www.asgc.orgsupport@...

Monday October 5, 2009 - Presentation: New IEP Forms

6:30

- 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.Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Fourth Annual Cleveland’s Country Charities FundraiserCleveland’s

Country Charities, a nonprofit organization benefiting Cleveland

charities, have made the ASGC the beneficiary of all the proceeds for

their Fourth Annual Cleveland’s Country Charities

Fundraiser at The Double Tree Hotel, 6200 Quarry Lane, Independence, OH

44131, on October 24, 2009.  Eight talented bands are working together

to raise money for a worthwhile cause. The money raised stays in our

community and will help in many ways.  Doors open at Noon with music

and raffles throughout the day and evening. Tickets are $10.00 in

advance and $15.00 at the door. For more information, contact Todd Bub

at (216) 849-7390 or Barb Haselow at (440) 886-6157 or visit www.myspace.com/clevelandcountrycharities. Tickets are also available by contacting the ASGC at (216) 556-4937 or support@.... Donations and

prizes are needed. Please make checks payable to Cleveland Country Charities and help us support this wonderful event.

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

6:30 - 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.Tuesday, November 10, 2009 - Presentation: Music Therapy Enrichment

7:00 - 9:00 PM Avon Lake Public Library a guest from Music Therapy EnrichmentCenter will speak about the benefit of music therapy for individuals with autism spectrum disorders.

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P.O. Box 43027Cincinnati, OH 45243-0027513-561-2300 Fax: 513-561-4748asgc@...www.autismcincy.org

Friday, October 9th, 2009 - 1st Annual Quench Autism ... One Pint At A Time!

Join Nicholson's Tavern & Pub for the 1st Annual Quench Autism ... One Pint At A Time!

It will be an evening you won't want to miss, with authentic ish food, drinks, and entertainment.

Mix and mingle with friends and new acquaintances to the musical sounds of T Sly, the Tillers, along with a few surprise guests!

Enjoy the impressive selection of beer, wine, scotch, and cocktails you

won't see or hear of for miles. Order appetizers at the bar or sit down

and have a full course meal, where all the sales will be going straight

to Autism.

After having a nice dinner, or good time at the bar, you are encouraged

to go to the Contemporary Arts Center, where you can experience what

Autism is like and how Autism affects the lives of all the families

touched with it. Our silent auction, along with multiple raffles for

prizes will be located there as well.

Tickets are $40 in advance and $45 at the door. All proceeds will benefit the Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati.

To make a donation, purchase tickets or for more information regarding this event, please visit www.quenchautism.com

The Autism Society is in need of volunteers to help take tickets and

work the silent auction during this fun evening. Join us in helping

Nicholson's raise funds for our programs. Please email Patty Proctor if

you are interested at pattyproctor32@...

October 16th, and 17th, 2009, Presentation - “An Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis by Dr. Carboneâ€Cincinnati Welcomes Dr. Carbone PhD, BCBA

If you have heard of Applied Behavior Analysis but are unsure of what it really is…If

you have a child or work with a child with autism and would like to

learn how to teach them communication and conversational skills and

when to teach them…

If you are interested in seeing numerous demonstrations of teaching

spontaneous language in intensive teaching sessions as well as the

natural environment by a highly qualified and experienced professional…This is the conference for you!

Applied Behavioral Services along with FEAT of GC and ASGC present,“An Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis by Dr. Carboneâ€Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel 5901 Pfeiffer Rd. Cincinnati, OH 45242When: October 16th, and 17th, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $250.00A

limited number of scholarships (up to $200.00) are available through

the Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati which can help pay for the

conference registration costs. Print the scholarship application from

the website: www.autismcincy.org.

For more information please visit: www.drcarbone.com or email featgc@...

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Autism Society of Dayton

P.O. Box 1013

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

For all the latest news, see the ASD's

latest newsletter at:

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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.

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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

Saturday, October 10, 2009 - How to Write a Good IEP for a  Student with ASD

Sponsored by the Northwest Ohio Regional Autism Advisory Council

  8:00-8:30   Registration

  8:30-8:45   Welcome Introductions

  8:45-11:45 ASD and the IEP, Donna Owens & Combs,

        Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence

  11:45-1:00  Lunch on your own

  1:00-2:00    Putting the IEP Together,  Andie Ryley,

        Murray & Ellen

  2:00-2:15    Break

  2:15-3:30    Family Empowerment and Advocacy, Linell Weinberg

         Autism Society Northwest Ohio

$15.00 professional, $10.00 for parents & students

Location:  Findlay City High School

1200 Broad Ave

Central Auditorium

Findlay, Ohio   

Findlay High School is located off of Interstate 75, Exit 159

Make Checks Payable to Putnam County Educational Service Center

Mail Checks and Registration (Name, phone, email, county) to :

Autism Society of Northwest Ohio

4848 Dorr Suite 1

Toledo, Ohio  43615

Special Thanks to Hancock County Board of DD, Findlay City Schools &  

Conference Planning Committee (Andie Ryley, Linell Weinberg, Murray and Ellen )

Questions? email asno.orgbex (DOT) net

Participate in the Great Lakes Center for Autism online needs assessmentThe Great Lakes Center for Autism would like input from the autismcommunity as to what your needs are. Please take 15 minutes to complete

the online survey for either a child or an adult. Log onto theirwebsite at http://www.greatlakesautism.organd scroll down to find infoon the needs assessment. From there click on the relevant survey

(school age versus adult). Money from Give Autism the Boot willspecifically fill some needs shown up in the responses.Asperger Family Support Group For

parents and family members of children and teens with Asperger Syndrome

or high functioning autism meets the fourth Monday of the month from

6:30-8:30 pm at our office. 2009 meeting dates: January 26, February

23, March 23, April 27, June 22, August 24, September 28, October 26,

November 23. No meetings in May, July, or December. Facilitated by

Linell Weinberg. For more information call 419-578-2766.

Sibshops For children 8-13 who have a brother or sister

on the autism spectrum. This is a chance for siblings to meet other

siblings who have a brother or sister with autism, learn about ASDs,

share joys and concerns, problem solve, and have fun. The group

combines fast-paced recreational activities and food with information

and discussion. The group meets the first Saturday of each month at the

Grace United Methodist Church, 601 East Boundary Street, sburg, OH

throughout the school year. 2009 meeting dates: January 3; February 7;

March 7; April 4; May 2; June 13 (make-up date.) No meetings in July or

August, or September. A new group will start again October 3 with

meetings November 7 and December 5. There is a fee of $25 for this

group and pre-resgistration is required. For more information about

sibling issues as well as our Sibshop, visit our " For Siblings " page at

www.asno.org

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

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Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)

1749 S. Racoon Rd.

Austintown, OH

44515

(330) 720-2066

www.triautism.com

TriCountyAutism_ASO@...

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Upcoming Events, Conferences:

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

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009 - Dr. Rick Bowers (Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD in children and teens), Dayton

9:30 AM - 3:30 PMThe Miami Valley Regional Center, 4801 Springfield St., Dayton, OHFor more information or to register, contact Kelli.cook@...http://www.mcescregionalcenter.com/Bowers.pdf

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Saturday, September 26, 2009 - SST 1's Parent Academy

The State Support Team Region 1 is sponsoring the Parent Academy, a

special opportunity for parents of children with disabilities to

connect, network and learn about available resources.The academy

will open with “Dynamic Duos: Parents and Educators Partnering for

Success,†a keynote by Murray, Ed.D., from Bowling Green State

University. Dr. Murray will be joined by a panel of parents and

educators. Following the keynote, participants can speak with agency

representatives in an Agency Fair. From 11.40 a.m. until 1.30 p.m.,

participants can choose one of two concurrent sessions:

• Session 1A [11.40 a.m. - 12.30 p.m.] “High Quality Preschool

Inclusion: Using the Special Quest Approach to Build Foundations,â€

presented by S. Ford, M.Ed., from the State Support Team Region

1, and Diane Frazee, from the Family Information Network (FIN).

• Session 1B [11.40 a.m. - 12.30 p.m.] “How to Facilitate Study Skills

and Homework Completion,†presented by Kris Fauver, Ed.D., from Bowling

Green City Schools, and Christie Hoellrich, M.Ed., NCSP, from

sburg Exempted Village Schools.

• Session 2A [12.40 p.m. - 1.30 p.m.] “Accessing Financial Assistance

and Insurance for Children with Medical Needs,†presented by

, M.D., from the Bureau for Children with Medical Handicaps.•

Session 2B [12.40 p.m. - 1.30 p.m.] “Assistive Technology 101,â€

presented by Ron B. , M.Ed., from the State Support Team Region 1.

Registration begins at 8.30 a.m. The academy is from 9.00 a.m.

until 1.30 p.m. Lunch is not provided; however, snacks will be

available for purchase. There is no registration fee for the Parent

Academy.The academy will take place at the Hilton Hotel, located on

the grounds of the University of Toledo Medical Center. The address is

3100 Glendale Avenue, Toledo, Ohio 43614, and the telephone number is

419.381.6800. A link to the Toledo Hilton is available from the State

Support Team Web site at www.sstr1.org (click “Events†and then “Maps and Directionsâ€).

Registration is required. Participants should reserve their place as soon as possible. To register, please contact Jill at lcesc_jbar@... (e-mail), 800.346.8495 (toll free), or 419.720.8999, extension 141.

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September 26, 2009 - Adapted recreation opportunity, Oakwood

The Miami Valley Association of Disabled Athletes is hosting a free event

showcasing adapted recreational/sports activities in the Miami Valley

Saturday 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 their

families. 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 be

there.

For more information go to www.mvada.org

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Saturday, Sept. 26, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs, SolonMonarch Center for Autism and Cleveland Cinemas are hosting a unique movie viewing experience for families with children and adolescents with Autism.

Join us for private showings of three animated movies, which will be especially adapted for lights and sound. Children are encouraged to bring personal sensory support items and special snacks, (the theater’s concession stand will be open as well).

Time: Movie begins promptly at 10 a.m., without trailers and ads.Please arrive by 9:45 a.m. to buy tickets and select seats.Where: Solon Theaters6185 Enterprise ParkwaySolon 44139440-564-2034Price: tickets are $5.50 each

To prepare your child with for the movie, we created a social story which is available at www.bellefairejcb.org/monarch For more information please contact Karin Hess-Hopkins at Monarch School at (216)320-8658 hessk@...

Please pass this on or better yet, bring your family. We need a minimum number of tickets.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sunday, September 27, 2009- ABA Everyday During Play, Cleveland Area

    * Behavioral strategies to use in the home during play

    * Learn how to encourage reciprocal play    * Learn how to engage your child in fun, interactive activities    * Learn how to use play to target specific social, communication or academic skillsFrom Milestones. For complete information, visit: http://www.milestones.org/news_parent.htm#basic

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Tuesday, September 29, 2009 - " The Biomedical Approach to Autism " , WestlakePresented by Derrick Lonsdale, M.D. and  J. Helen Kwon, M.D.

6:30 p.m.  Topics include:Dietary improvementGFCF dietNutritional supplementsFood sensitivitiesHeavy metal detoxification (chelation)CandidaLeaky gutDefeat Autism Now!(DAN!) protocol

24700 Center Ridge Road, # 370, Westlake OH 44145PREVENTIVE MEDICINE GROUPTEL:  (440) 835-0104       FAX:  (440) 871-1404   WEB:  www.prevmedgroup.com Call (440) 835-0104 for reservations

On occasion, lectures may be rescheduled due to weather or emergency. All advance registrants will be notified in such event.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

September

30, 2009, October 21, 2009, November 18, 2009, January 20, 2010, March

10, 2010, April 21, 2010 - Presentations: Autism Series, Westlake

This series is designed to improve understanding of themedical, behavioral, social, sensory, and educational issuesrelated to Autism Spectrum Disorders. An emphasis willbe placed on practical intervention techniques. Presenters

are local and national experts in the fi eld of autism.September 30, 2009â–  Medical Issues and Co-Morbid Disorders in Childrenwith Autism Spectrum DisordersKathy Maxwell, MSN,CNSâ–  October 21, 2009

Social/Communication Issues Audet, PhD■ November 18, 2009People need to talk my language…Adapting Reading and Writing for children with ASDCarole s, Education Consultant■ January 20, 2010

Sleep and Preschool Issues in ASDMax Wiznitzer, MDâ–  March 10, 2010Adolescent Issues in ASD T. Barry, PhDâ–  April 21, 2010Legal Issues Affecting Children with ASDJudith SaltzmanLocation: UH Westlake Medical Center

960 Clague Road, Suite 1600 (1st fl oor)Westlake, OH 44145Cost is $60 for the entire series.Participants

may join at any point in the series. Students and paraprofessionals may

attend entire series for $25. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN. Please make

check payable to Autism Seminar Series.

Credit card payments will not be accepted. Fee includes all six

lectures, handouts, and refreshments. Space is limited to 120

participants, so please register early. If you have any other

questions, pleaseleave a message at (216) 844-1289.  Or contact Kathleen.Maxwell@...

------------------------------------------------------------------------------------October 2 - 4, 2009 - Fourth International Public Conference on Vaccination, Washington DCFor complete information, visit http://www.nvic.org/Events/overview.aspx

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

WHAT:           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

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The

Stow Interagency Transition Team invites parents, students, and staff

of special education students to attend the first Transition Fair -

Help Find Answers to the Question: " I'm Finished with High School, Now

What? " . Tuesday, October 13, 2009, Stowe-MF High School Commons, 3227

Graham Rd., Stow, OH, 4:30-7:30pm (in conjunction with Parent-Teacher

Conferences - stop by anytime.  Refreshments provided.  For questions,

please call White at the Paretn Mento Office at 330-689-5426 

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15, 2009, Columbus; October 19, 2009, Independence; October 20, 2009,

Boardman - Workshop: Effective Strategies for Classroom Behavior

Management

A program for K-12 teachers, administrators, and others working

with difficult, defiant, unmotivated, angry, or emotionally disturbed

children and adolescents in regular or special education classes or

alternative schools

Presented byVality Training and Development and Dr. Holzer, BS, MA, MDAbout

your instructor:  Dr. Holzer is an experienced public school

teacher as well as a psychiatrist with extensive experience working

with troubled students in schools. At present, Dr. Holzer is a behavior

analyst in a school district in Mississippi, working with a student

population of extreme-at-risk students. He is fully aware of the

challenges teachers face. He brings his extensive personal experience

as a teacher and his medical expertise to this program as well as his

experience working as a consultant to educators.

           Teachers recognize that there are more students with

behavior problems in our classrooms today than in years past and that

many of the problems seem more severe. Most teachers were not trained

to deal with these problems, or with the fact that frequently they find

two, three, or even more students with serious behavior problems in one

classroom.

In this workshop Dr. Holzer, offers evidence-based strategies

to work with difficult, defiant, unmotivated, angry, and emotionally

disturbed children and adolescents. This program will provide you with

strategies to enhance learning, build self-esteem, and control

disruptive and otherwise troublesome behavior.

            We will discuss the causes of these problems (conduct

disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, depression and bipolar

disorder, bullying, societal violence, parental mismanagement, among

others) and, on this foundation, build practical strategies to maintain

behavioral control and teach effectively.

            Please join us for this timely, informative workshop. We

know you are busy. Join us and we will make good use of your time. You

can expect to return to your school with practical tools. And we know

that, to be practical, management strategies have to be cost effective

in terms of time so Dr. Holzer will stress effective brief intervention

techniques in day-to-day behavior management. Over 97% of our

participants say this program “met†or “exceeded†expectations.

Cost: $165/person   DISCOUNTS: Small group discounts are as

follows. Two people registered together pay $155 each.  For groups of

three to five people, each pays $140 and for groups of six or more the

registration fee is $130 per person.

When and Where:Columbus, OH Thursday, October 15, 2009 Holiday Inn (near airport) 750 Stelzer Rd.  43217Cleveland (Independence), OH Monday, October 19, 2009 Holiday Inn 6001 Rockside Dr. 44131Youngstown (Boardman), OH Tuesday, October 20, 2009 Holiday Inn 7410 South Avenue (McKay Drive) 44512

Time: 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM (lunch noon- 1:00)   Registration: 7:30 – 8:00Course Objectives:At the completion of this conference, participants will be able to:1.  Describe a series of specific strategies to improve the behavior of children and adolescents with behavior problems

2.  Motivate difficult and defiant students3.  Manage students to control their own anger when confronted or provoked4.  Discipline students with positive (and less stressful) strategies5.  Recognize triggers and student cues for emotional outbursts and disruptive behavior

6.  Describe factors that cause students to be at-risk for behavioral problems7.  Develop positive approaches to discipline8.  Build more effective relationships with students that will result in more effective behavioral control

TO REGISTER contact: Vality Training and Development1217 Florida St. # C  Huntington Beach, California 92648(714) 374-4637                 Fax (714) 969-2387info@...

Certificate of Attendance for 6.0 Continuing Education Hours ProvidedREGISTRATION

FEE $165/person  DISCOUNT: Small group discounts are as follows. Two

people registered together pay $155 each.  For groups of three to five

people, each pays $140 and for groups of six or more the registration

fee is $130 per person.  Note: We need to receive all registrations at

the same time for the discount to apply.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Saturday, Oct. 17, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: Where the Wild Things Are, SolonMonarch Center for Autism and Cleveland Cinemas are hosting a unique movie viewing experience for families with children and adolescents with Autism.

Join us for private showings of three animated movies, which will be especially adapted for lights and sound. Children are encouraged to bring personal sensory support items and special snacks, (the theater’s concession stand will be open as well).

Time: Movie begins promptly at 10 a.m., without trailers and ads.Please arrive by 9:45 a.m. to buy tickets and select seats.Where: Solon Theaters6185 Enterprise ParkwaySolon 44139440-564-2034Price: tickets are $5.50 each

To prepare your child with for the movie, we created a social story which is available at www.bellefairejcb.org/monarch For more information please contact Karin Hess-Hopkins at Monarch School at (216)320-8658 hessk@...

Please pass this on or better yet, bring your family. We need a minimum number of tickets.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Northeast Ohio College Fair for Students with Learning Differences

6-9pm,  Corporate College, 4400 Richmond Rd., Warrensville Htsl, OH   44128.  Evening will include breakout sessions for parents and students and the Opportunity to meet with College Reps.  For more information, contact G. Flegel, Secondary Transition Consultant, State Support Team Region 3, 216.446.3819, edward.flegel@...

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sunday, October 25, 2009- Be Prepared: Practical Behavior Plans, Cleveland Area   

* Learn how to develop a plan to deal with behaviors so that you are

not always responding in the moment but rather are being proactive.

    * Learn how to encourage positive behaviors and reduce inappropriate behaviors.From Milestones. For complete information, visit: http://www.milestones.org/news_parent.htm#basic

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Tuesday, October 27, 2009 - Conference: " Health Reform for People with Disabilities " , Columbus

10 am to 4 pm Hyatt Regency, Columbus

DD Council's Annual Conference

" Health Reform for People with Disabilities "

Join people with disabilities, their families, advocates and others

in learning about the state of health reform

both nationally and in Ohio and how to advocate for better health services.

More information will be coming in the next few weeks.

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Wednesday, October 28, 2009, Educational Forum: “Understanding Autismâ€, 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.â€Â  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.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Sunday, November 15. 2009- Tools for Encouraging Communication, Cleveland Area

    * Learn how to use a variety of visual supports    * Learn how to create motivation to communicate    * Learn how to encourage communication in the natural environmentFrom Milestones.  For complete information, visit: http://www.milestones.org/news_parent.htm#basic

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009, Adapted Movie Showing: The Princess and the Frog, Solon

Monarch Center for Autism and Cleveland Cinemas are hosting a unique movie viewing experience for families with children and adolescents with Autism.Join us for private showings of three animated movies, which will be especially adapted for lights and sound. Children are encouraged to bring personal sensory support items and special snacks, (the theater’s concession stand will be open as well).

Time: Movie begins promptly at 10 a.m., without trailers and ads.Please arrive by 9:45 a.m. to buy tickets and select seats.Where: Solon Theaters6185 Enterprise ParkwaySolon 44139440-564-2034Price: tickets are $5.50 each

To prepare your child with for the movie, we created a social story which is available at www.bellefairejcb.org/monarch For more information please contact Karin Hess-Hopkins at Monarch School at (216)320-8658 hessk@...

Please pass this on or better yet, bring your family. We need a minimum number of tickets.--------------------------------------------------------------------------General News, Articles, Information:

Latest Issue of slaw Newsletterhttp://www.wrightslaw.com/nltr/09/nl.0915.htm

---------------------------------------------------------------------------Article, Resource: Campaign aims to improve job outlook for people with disabilitiesA group of advocacy organizations have launched an initiative to help people with disabilities join the workforce. The Campaign for Disability Employment has created an online resource - http://www.whatcanyoudocampaign.org/ -  that shows people with disabilities at work. About 16.9% of people with disabilities were unemployed last month, compared with a 9.3% rate for the general population. " The campaign is about raising expectations and changing perceptions of people with disabilities, " a Department of Labor official said. http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2009/09/18/unemployment-disabilities/4974/

-----------------------------------------------------------------Article: Parents come together to create farm for adult children with autism in OhioA group of parents have created a nonprofit and are planning a $3.2 million project to house and care for adult children with autism. As many as 24 people may eventually live and work at a farm in the Cincinnati area along with trained staff. " We knew she needed a more independent life from us, and we needed it for our mental health as well, " said a parent of a woman with autism. The project is one of a handful of U.S. farms for adults with autism. http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20090916/NEWS01/909170310/1055/NEWS/Group+looks+to+offer+lifelong+care

---------------------------------------------------------Books, Resources, Products:

New Books from Kingsley PublishersJob Success for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. B. Wiegan.

http://www.jkp.com/new/9781843109228Asperger Syndrome Employment Workbook: An Employment Workbook for Adults with Asperger Syndrome. N Meyer.

http://www.jkp.com/new/9781853027963

A Supported Employment Workbook: Using Individual Profiling and Job Matching.Steve Leach.http://www.jkp.com/new/9781843100522Employment for Individuals with Asperger Syndrome or Non-Verbal Learning Disability: Stories and Strategies.

Yvona Fast.http://www.jkp.com/new/9781843107668Asperger Syndrome and Employment: Adults Speak Out about Asperger Syndrome.Edited by Genevieve Edmonds and Luke Beardon.

http://www.jkp.com/new/9781843106487-----------------------------------------------------------------Book: Growing Up On The Spectrum

Check out the newest book in the series by Drs. Lynn Koegel and Lazebnik, the authors of Overcoming Autism! Their new book, Growing Up On The Spectrum is a Guide to Life, Love, and Learning for teens and Young Adults with Autism and Asperger’s syndrome.

This book is available through: www.amazon.com or www.penguinputnam.com------------------------------------------------------------------

College Internship Program for Student swith Developmental DisabilitiesI would like to introduce myself and our program. My name is Lori Mangrum and I am the Admissions Coordinator at the College Internship Program in Bloomington, Indiana. We provide comprehensive, individualized academic, internship and independent living experiences for young adults, ages 18-25, diagnosed with learning differences, Asperger’s Syndrome, High Functioning Autism, Nonverbal Learning Differences, ADHD, Dyslexia, and PDD-NOS