Autism Society of Ohio DIGEST: October 12, 2009

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News From ASO:

- DODD releases Request for Information related to proposed New Futures Waiver- Parents of Children with Disabilities: U.S. Department of Education Wants To Know Your Opinion!

- Register to Vote, Get an Absentee Ballot

- Important information on Tax Benefits from Healthcare reforms passed in the State Budget (HB1)- First Lady Francis Strickland Leads Ohio’s Disability Employment Awareness Celebration

- 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

    NIH awards largest-ever grant for autism research    President Obama Highlights Autism in Speech at NIH   

President Proclaims October 2009 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month   

Update on Health-Care Reform   

IACC Planning Subcommittee Conference Call

Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:

- Autism Society of America    National Children's Health Survey Report Finds Autism Prevalence Now 1 in 91   

Autism Society Presents New Advocacy Handbook   

Researchers Seeking Input from Families   

Putting a Name to a Face May be Key to Brain's Facial Expertise   

The Integrated Self-Advocacy ISA   

New Resource for Creating Picture Cards   

Save the Date for the 2010 Autism Society Conference   

Workshops on Assistive and Universal Design Technologies   

" Cowboy & Wills " - New memoir by Holloway   

Creating Positive Change within Special Families   

New Memoir from a Father   

New Book Helps Teach Teens about Sensory Processing

- Autism Society of Greater Akron 

- Autism Society of Central Ohio     Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are

   Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51

   Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

- Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati

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

Introduction to Applied Behavior Analysis by Dr. Carboneâ€Â Â Â  Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are

    Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Fall Hay Ride at Luther Farms

   Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51

   Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

    Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are

     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    Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51

     Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

- Autism Society of Dayton

    Thursday, October 15, 2009 - Using Assistive Technology to Allow Individuals With Disabilities to Reach Their Fullest Potential

    Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Autism Society - Dayton Chapter First Meet & Greet

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

    Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton

- Autism Society of NW Ohio    October 28 & 29: Tackling the Uncomfortable: Teaching Sexuality

and Relationships to Individuals on the Autism Spectrum - Dubie   

November 11 & 12: The ECLIPSE Model: Building Global Skills That

Improve Social and Behavioral Functioning for Individuals with Asperger

Syndrome and PDD NOS - Sherry Moyer   

December 2 & 3: How to Get Your Child with Autism to Sleep so You Can Sleep, too - Kim Renner

   

United Way time - Please designate to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio

- Autism Society of SE Ohio

- Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)

Upcoming Events:

- Tuesday, October 13, 2009 - Transition Fair, Stow- October 15, 2009, Columbus; October 19, 2009,

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

Strategies for Classroom Behavior Management

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

- October 21, 2009  - Tools for Parent Success A Series of Seven Workshops for Parents of School-Age Children with Disabilities

- Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Educational Laws that Impact Students with Disabilities, NE Ohio

- Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Northeast Ohio College Fair for Students with Learning Differences

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Friday, October 23, 2009 - Tools for Today and

Tomorrow Conference for Families and Professionals Caring for Children

with Chronic Illnesses and/or Disabilities, Cleveland- Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Dine Out With Your Family, Cleveland

- 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

- November 1 to 14, 2009 ONLINE SEMINAR - Getting Kids In Sync - November 8-10, 2009 - Without Exception: Building

Community and Creating Opportunities for People with Intellectual

Disabilities who have Severe Reputations, Behavioral Challenges and

Mental Health Care Needs, Northern Kentucky

- November 10, 2009 - Guiding Students Through Transition, Wadsworth

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

November 18, 2009, Understanding The Evaluation Team Report (ETR) & Process, Toledo

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

- Friday, November 20, 2009 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy –

Its Efficacy and Safety in the Treatment of Cerebral Palsy, Autism and

Traumatic Brain Injury, Webinar

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

General News, Articles, Information:

- Article: Top 10 Terrific Traits of Autistic People

- Article: Most Successful Autism Treatments Behaviorally-Based, Report Says- Article: Parents say Worthington, Ohio district is still failing students with disabilities

- Article Obama administration wants longer school day, year- Article: Exploring the Health Benefits of PetsBooks, Resources, Products:

- ABC News Launches Online Autism Resource- Book: The ECLIPSE Model - Teaching Self-Regulation,

Executive Function, Attribution, and Sensory Awareness to Students with

Asperger Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism, and Related Disorders-

Book: Differentiated Instruction Makes Mainstreaming Meaningful- Book: Using Music to Teach Children with Sensory Processing Disorder

- Find Support: Partnered and Autistic- Find Support: My Partner Is a Person with Autism- Book Review: Peer Support Strategies- Book:  Coach Yourself through Autism Spectrum Disorder

- Recall of Tylenol Products- Special Needs Teacher Resources

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.

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not endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services.

Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by

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News From ASO:

DODD releases Request for Information related to proposed New Futures WaiverThe Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities has released two Requests for Information (RFI) to assist with the design of the New Futures Waiver for the purpose of seeking information about organizations that perform the functions of Independent Support Brokerage and organizations that perform the functions of a Functional Behavioral Assessment Unit.  To receive the RFIs for additional details email

rfi@...-----------------------------------Parents of Children with Disabilities - U.S. Department of Education Wants To Know Your Opinion!

From the Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities

Dear Parents,The US Department of Education's Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)  in Washington, DC is visiting the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) for a verification visit on October 26, 2009 to learn how the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) 2004 and the Ohio law is working for families and their children.  (See Survey Monkey link below for Survey)

To determine this, OSEP has asked that parents take a brief survey to share their experiences. Responses are confidential, names will not be used and results will be presented in summary form.  Your opinion is valuable and will help OSEP evaluate how Ohio is serving children with disabilities and the impact of IDEA 2004, the special education law.

Both Part C and Part B surveys are available. We ask that parents complete the Part B form if they have children with disabilities ages 3 up to 22.  If they have children ages birth up to 3, we ask that they fill out the Part C form.

We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your time!  Please complete the surveys on line by September 30, 2009. If you have questions, please feel free to call us at 800-374-2806 or 740-382-5452. Sincerely,

Margaret BurleyExecutive Director Part C Survey  for children ages 0 up to 3http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=z2G02tPUO7pQGKqp5jGN9w_3d_3d

Part B Survey  for children with disabilities ages 3 up to 22http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=eKrX47b8I6EyoCNjVFOjNA_3d_3d

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Register to Vote, Get an Absentee BallotTuesday, Sept. 29 marked 35 days prior to the Nov. 3 General Election, meaning voters can now request absentee ballots by mail or visit their local county boards of elections to cast a ballot in person. In-person absentee voting is authorized up through the day before the election. Requests by mail for absentee ballots must be received by the local board of elections by the Saturday before the election Oct. 31.  Additional information on absentee ballots and registering to vote is available at the Ohio Secretary of State's office at http://www.sos.state.oh.us/SOS/voter/RegisteringToVote.aspx

--------------------------------------------------Important information on Tax Benefits from Healthcare reforms passed in the State Budget (HB1)This summer Ohio enacted several healthcare reforms in its state budget (or HB 1). One of these reforms included the expansion of state income tax deduction for employer sponsored benefits.  Under the new law, a taxpayer with employer provided coverage may get favorable state tax treatment for coverage of " qualifying relatives " and members of the taxpayer's household that receive benefits from the taxpayer's employer, without regard to income and support.  This tax deduction may be available for coverage of domestic partners, older age children, siblings, parents, grandparents, extended family and other members of the taxpayer’s household who qualify under the statute.  This new provision is found at Ohio Revised Code Section 5747.01(11) © and (d).  Anyone with questions about this new provision and health insurance should call the Department’s consumer hotline at 1-800-686-1526 and visit www.insurance.ohio.gov for more information. FAQs on HB 1 can be found at http://www.insurance.ohio.gov/Consumer/Pages/HealthCareReformProvisions.aspx.  Since we continuously update our FAQs, do remember to check back periodically for current information.

----------------------------------------------------First Lady Francis Strickland Leads Ohio’s Disability Employment Awareness CelebrationDate/Time:  October 8, 2009, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location:   Ohio Statehouse West Lawn  (in case of rain:  Statehouse Atrium)  You are cordially invited to join Ohio’s First Lady Francis Strickland as she leads Ohio’s celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness month on the west lawn of the Ohio Statehouse on Thursday, October 8, 2009, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The theme for this year’s celebration is Ohio Workers with Disabilities: Diverse, Reliable, Good for Business.  We will be recognizing our American Recovery & Reinvestment Act Stimulus Projects and local Pathways Partners that are strengthening Ohio’s statewide network of disability employment services. The Event is sponsored by the Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission and the Governor’s Council on People with Disabilities.  RSC is the state agency charged with helping Ohioans with disabilities get jobs and helping businesses recruit and retain these talented workers.  The Governor’s Council on People with Disabilities is the 21-member council that advises Ohio’s governor and General Assembly on statewide disability issues.  One in five or 2.1 million Ohioans has a disability.  October is National Disability Awareness Month, an excellent time to consider hiring an employee with a disability and to celebrate the great talents these workers bring to the workforce.

Please mark your calendar and plan to attend.  The FREE event will showcase:    * Ohio’s First Lady Francis Strickland, Keynote speaker    * New RSC Administrator - Rench    * School for the Deaf signing the pledge of allegiance

    * Ohio workers with disabilities and their employers    * Assistive technology on display    * Artwork from the Hattie Larlham Creative Arts School, Akron Ohio. In case of inclement weather:  The Event will be held inside the Statehouse in the Atrium.

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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

conference, visit http://conference.ocali.org/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Federal UpdateNIH awards largest-ever grant for autism research

Nearly $100 million in federal grant money will be used for autism research, said President Barack Obama in a speech at the National Institutes of Health. It is the largest federal allocation ever made to research autism; among other things, the money will be used to study the DNA of people with autism. " What we learn will hopefully lead to greater understanding, early interventions, more effective treatments and therapies to help these children live their lives and achieve their fullest potential, " Obama said.  http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2009/09/30/nih-autism-grants/5604/

From the Autism Society of AmericaPresident Obama Highlights Autism in Speech at NIHPresident Barack Obama reiterated a commitment to autism researchSeptember 30 when he spoke at the National Institutes of Health in

Bethesda, Md. The President's speech, which promoted both theAmerican Recovery and Reinvestment Act and the President'shealth-care reform plan, cited three major American health concerns: cancer, heart disease and autism. Read more:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=1mukayxaFjvIsKqquQ9y3w..President Proclaims October 2009 as National Disability Employment Awareness Month

On September 30, President Obama proclaimed October 2009 as NationalDisability Employment Awareness Month. The Autism Society isenthusiastic about this proclamation, which recognizes the importanceof employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Read more:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=m4Zc6RC0ysg3yQkOKNu7lQ..Update on Health-Care ReformThere has been little movement in the House on health-care reform, and

the Senate is working to reconcile the Health, Education, Labor andPensions (HELP) Committee's bill and the FinanceCommittee's bill. Both bills have components that are meaningfulfor people affected by autism. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=v_Rdt7MNZYJ29VA7c7EPIA..

IACC Planning Subcommittee Conference CallThe Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC) Subcommittee forPlanning the Annual Strategic Planning Process will be holding aconference call from 2-4 p.m. Eastern time on Thursday, October 15. Read more:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=BiWIXnTlXL93zW7GFAlN-Q..----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:

Autism Society of America

National Children's Health Survey Report Finds Autism Prevalence Now 1 in 91A national report released Monday in the journal " Pediatrics " reveals

that 1 percent of U.S. children ages 3-17 have an autism spectrumdisorder, an estimated prevalence of one in every 91 children. This isa dramatic increase from the one in 150 prevalence rates previouslyreported. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=XgJ2eIDLqa6wydzX_FHDuA..

Autism Society Presents New Advocacy HandbookThe Autism Society is excited to announce the release of the firstedition of the " Grassroots Advocacy 101 " handbook on theVote4Autism Web site. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=gVd76NTi-7VoA1qENNQyCA..

Researchers Seeking Input from FamiliesIn January 2009 the Autism Research Institute (ARI) held a think tankon seizures, and in May 2009, Autism One held a complementary thinktank on seizures. As a follow-up to those think tanks, Dr.

Frye is working with the attendees on a consensus paper on seizures inautism and how to treat them. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=ROCg88GNUpPH5HjImrTGBg..

Putting a Name to a Face May be Key to Brain's Facial ExpertiseOur tendency to see people and faces as individuals may explain why weare such experts at recognizing them, new research indicates. This

approach can be learned and applied to other objects as well, and maybe useful in the development of training protocols for individualswith difficulties in face perception, such as individuals with autismspectrum disorders. Read more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=ElJKegjCEFbjelFFfqOlKA..

The Integrated Self-Advocacy ISASelf-advocacy plays a vital role in nearly every aspect of life forindividuals on the spectrum, in school, at home, in the community andat work. The more self-awareness they possess, the more they can be

players in advocating for their own comfort, happiness and well-being. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=XT7Hy7-V7m_oBqyGeyMS1A..

New Resource for Creating Picture CardsMrs. Riley is a computer application that makes the process ofdeveloping custom picture cards quick and easy. It offers aninnovative, easy-to-use way to build communication tools for students

on the autism spectrum as well as others with special communicationand learning needs. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=cZKwaVp1OA84lmuXaF40cw..

Save the Date for the 2010 Autism Society ConferenceSave the date! The Autism Society's 2010 Conference will be inDallas, Texas, July 7-10. The Call for Papers will open later this month. We look forward to receiving your submissions!

Exhibitor information for our 2010 conference is now available on theconference Web site: www.autism-society.org/conference.Recordings of the Autism Society 2009 Conference sessions are now

available. To order, please go to the conference Web site: www.autism-society.org/conference. A sampling of conference videos isalso posted on YouTube, including the keynote panel discussions on the

future and culture of autism. Check them out atwww.youtube.com/TheAutismSociety.Workshops on Assistive and Universal Design TechnologiesAchieving educational success for students who experience a disability

is a team effort. During times of economic challenges, a greatopportunity exists for innovative and creative thinking in order toobtain needed solutions. " Assistive and Universal DesignTechnologies, " a six-part professional development series

presented by Assistive Technology in New Hampshire, focuses on thedevelopment and implementation of quick and cost-effective assistivetechnology solutions as well as embracing universal design technologyto support all students. Read more:

http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=n3sGK1bPy_i5kdEgdlNEPw.. " Cowboy & Wills " - New memoir by HollowayThe day learns that her 3-year-old son, Wills, has autism

spectrum disorder, she takes him to buy an aquarium. It's the first ina string of impulsive trips to the pet store to buy animals as adistraction

from the uncontrollable, crushing reality of Wills' diagnosis. But

while Wills diligently tends to the growing menagerie, what he really

wants is a puppy. And one Christmas, when Wills is six, Cowboy Carol

Lawrence joins their family. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=zTfj4vS3kkLb4ljWnEcDmg..Creating Positive Change within Special Families

Ruth Knott Schroeder's new book, " Coach Yourself through theAutism Spectrum, " offers an opportunity for parents and caregivers toaccess their inner creativity, resourcefulness, strengths andabilities in order to create positive change within the family. Read

more: http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=4Ppw5jQieY5HLTMACCapEg..New Memoir from a Father " Take him home, love him, and save your money for his

institutionalization when he turns twenty-one. " That was thebest advice his doctor could offer in 1990 when 3-year-old Ben wasdiagnosed with autism. " Saving Ben " tells the story of Ben'sregression as an infant into the world of autism and his journey

toward recovery as a young adult. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=EAij6MgonWjcJqqOqEx37A..New Book Helps Teach Teens about Sensory Processing

" The Sensory Team Handbook " is the first book on sensory processingwritten for pre-teens and young teens. Upbeat, humorous and hands-on,each chapter is stuffed with comics, cartoons, diagrams, quizzes,

trivia and question-answer sections. Read more:http://www.autism-society.org/site/R?i=2ILk1yHRyeUJOtkxgYVUlg..

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Autism Society of Greater Akron

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

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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@... Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “Where the Wild Things Are†at AMC’s

Lennox 24, 777 Kinnear Rd. , Kinnear Exit off 315 South Columbus, OH

432124.  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.Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “Planet 51†at AMC’s

Lennox 24, 777 Kinnear Rd. , Kinnear Exit off 315 South Columbus, OH

432124.  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.Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “The Princess and the Frog†at AMC’s

Lennox 24, 777 Kinnear Rd. , Kinnear Exit off 315 South Columbus, OH

432124.  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.-------------------------------------------------------The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

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

Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “Where the Wild Things Are†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.

Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Fall Hay Ride at Luther FarmsThe Autism Society of Greater Cleveland & Autism Speaks

Invites all children, teens and adults with ASD and their families to attend aFall Hay Ride at Luther Farms5150 Alger Road, Richfield, OH  44256On Saturday, October 17, 2009  6:00 PM - 8:30 PMAdmission:  $7.00 per person at the door

Please join The Autism Society of Greater Cleveland and Autism Speaks

on Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 6:00 PM till 8:30 PM at Luther Farm,

5150 Alger Road, Richfield, OH  44256 for a wonderful evening with a

hayride, pumpkin launch, camp fire, petting zoo and cider.  The event

is open to all children, teens and adults with autism spectrum

disorders and their families.

Admission is only $7.00 per person payable at the farm.  Please RSVP to the ASGC at (216) 556-4937 or support@...

with the number of people attending by October 12, 2009.  This event

will be held rain or shine.  Any individual requiring supervision or

assistance must be accompanied by a parent/guardian during the entire

event.

We look forward to seeing you there!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.

Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “Planet 51†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.

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “The Princess and the Frog†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.------------------------------------------------------------Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati

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

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@...

Saturday, October 17, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Where the Wild Things Are

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “Where the Wild Things Are†at AMC’s Newport on the Levee.   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.

Saturday, November 21, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Planet 51

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “Planet 51†at AMC’s Newport on the Levee.   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.

Saturday, December 12, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: The Princess and the Frog

10:00 AM

Please join us to view “The Princess and the Frog†at AMC’s Newport on the Levee.   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.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Autism Society of Dayton

P.O. Box 1013

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

Thursday, October 15, 2009 - Using Assistive Technology to Allow Individuals With Disabilities to Reach Their Fullest Potential

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

LOCATION:  Miami Valley Regional Center

4801 Springfield St.

Dayton, OH 45431

RSVP:  asadayton@...

Free and open to the public.

Sorry, we cannot accommodate children.

Join us as we welcome and Leonard from Goodwill/Easter

Seals Miami Valley ~ Assistive Technology Services, 's Canine

Companion, Harley, and McCullough, Western Ohio Sales Consultant

for Dynavox Technologies.

We will view a brief video presentation about the many uses of

assistive technology, both high-tech and low-tech, and how AT can help

individual with disabilities reach their full potential.

Participants will:

· have the opportunity to learn about the Assistive Technology Services

Lending Library and how to have a free membership through 2010

· learn about the newly remodeled Lending Library and new children's area

· learn what's new in Assistive Technology

· get a demonstration of how some of the devices work and have a chance to try them for yourselves

· receive free information & catalogs for the various AT companies

· receive a free copy of OCALI's AT Guide (116 pages) sent electronically - email required

We will also be discussing service animals, specifically Canine

Companions for Independence (CCI), which is where got Harley, and

how your individual with disabilities can get a CCI dog at no charge.

Information on the other services for individuals with disabilities

available through Goodwill/Easter Seals will also be discussed.Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Autism Society - Dayton Chapter First Meet & Greet

A private event for supporters of the Autism Society-Dayton.    * Learn about the reorganized Dayton chapter    * Help us kick-off the 2010 Walk/Run    * Learn how you can get involved    * Network with other parents and professionals

    * Receive information about upcoming events    * Enjoy light appetizers and refreshmentsEvent Info:6:00 PM - 8:00 PMMiami Valley Regional Center (SST 10)4801 Springfield StreetDayton, OH 45431

RSVP by Oct. 19:  asadayton@...

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.Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Daytonhttp://campaign.constantcontact.com/render?v=001TJF9TTZcRzWDFAGVraklhYDTXYmIDCCfxfkPzRUWm0bfNsjtXXkeNLvREqIGQZ8lTi4mjM7mwAWEzhJObZUUIWVMo6kX9OKADvXzh9W1mc09oDIrwGvaaQ%3D%3D

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Autism Society of NW Ohio4848 Dorr Street Suite 1

Toledo, OH 43615

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

fax: 419-536-5038

e-mail: asno.orgbex (DOT) net

website: www.asno.org

October 28 & 29: Tackling the Uncomfortable: Teaching Sexuality

and Relationships to Individuals on the Autism Spectrum - Dubie

November 11 & 12: The ECLIPSE Model: Building Global Skills That

Improve Social and Behavioral Functioning for Individuals with Asperger

Syndrome and PDD NOS - Sherry Moyer

December 2 & 3: How to Get Your Child with Autism to Sleep so You Can Sleep, too - Kim Renner

Upcoming Practical Solutions Seminars!  More info to follow, check our website at www.asno.org

United Way time - Please designate to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio

The United Way has started their 2009 workplace campaign. When you

donate to the United Way, if you do not designate where you want your

money to go, United Way volunteers and staff will decide for you. The

United Way has certain priorities for their community fund and autism

is not one of them. This means we do not receive any United Way money

beyond what you designate to us.We understand it is a tough time for

many individuals. It is also a tough time for non-profits like the

Autism Society of Northwest Ohio. If you are able, and you would like

your United Way dollars to go to help improve the lives of people with

autism, please designate to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio. You

can do this by writing us in on the pledge form.

Under Choose How You Want to Invest in Your Community, choose Option C:

OTHER INVESTMENT United Way programs and initiatives (listed

on reverse) or another United Way or local 501©3 health and human

service nonprofit.

We are another local 501©3 health and human service

nonprofit. Write in the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio in

Toledo, OH. If you use the online pledge form, ask the Human Resources

Department of your company or call the United Way, 419-248-2424.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Autism Society of SE Ohioc/o HAVAR, Inc227 Columbus Road

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, October 13, 2009 - Transition Fair, Stow

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 

-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------October 14-16, 2009 - 41st Annual Professional, Advocates, Resources (PAR) Convention

It's a Jungle Out There: Get the Tools You Need to SurviveOctober 14-16, 2009 at the Embassy Suites in Dublin, OHKeynote Speaker Bob - On A Mission to MotivateSome

of the Breakout sessions include: Autism, Advocacy, DD Clients in the

Court System, Adult Service Programs, Private and Public Day Habs,

Monitoring Individual Finances, Community Employment, Medication

Administration, Self-Determination, Living Life to the Fullest,

Dementia, Guardianship, Arrests and the Criminal Justice System, How To

Be Safe, Prescription Medications, Behavior Support, Overview of the

System, OPERS

Earn up to 19 credit hours!Don’t forget to tell families and individuals about the PAR convention since the cost to them is very reasonable. For convention information the booklet and schedule is available on our website at www.par-ohio.org

Convention Highlights include: breakout sessions, networking event, evening activities, silent auction, vendors, artist showcase & awards luncheonFor more convention information visit our website at www.par-ohio.org

PAR Office 419-522-6207Ecmrdd@...Embassy Suites Hotel ~ 614-790-9000 make your sleeping room reservation under PAR to get the PAR rate!------------------------------------------------------------------------------

October

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

Movie Days are special screenings of family movies for families with special needs members. Participants enjoy a slightly quieter movie with extra lighting in a special needs friendly environment. Tickets go on sale at Marcus Cinema, Crossroads, located at 200 Hutchinson Avenue, Columbus, 43235 beginning at 9:30 am on the morning of the event.  Bring the whole family! Friends, too!

Movie begins at 10:00 a.m. Cost is $5.50/person. Children must be accompanied by an adult.   Sponsored by Haugland Learning Center.-------------------------------------October 21, 2009  - Tools for Parent Success A Series of Seven Workshops for Parents of School-Age Children with Disabilities

Presented by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc.Session 1 A Walk thru the New IEP (Individual Education Plan) Speaker: Lynn Mielnik, State Support Team Region 1Date: October 21, 2009Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.Location:

St. Mercy Medical Center2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608 in the Auditorium near the main lobbyfor more information contact The Arc of Lucas Co at 419-882-0941----------------------------------------------------------------------

Thursday, October 22, 2009 - Educational Laws that Impact Students with Disabilities, NE OhioSponsored by State School Support Team 3http://esc-cc.org/public/calendar/index.cfm?mode=story & chip=491

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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@...

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Friday, October 23, 2009 - Tools for Today and

Tomorrow Conference for Families and Professionals Caring for Children

with Chronic Illnesses and/or Disabilities, Cleveland

Please join Attorneys lin Hickman, Janet Lowder, and Judith

Saltzman of Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A., as they present at the

2009 Tools for Today and Tomorrow Conference for Families and

Professionals Caring for Children with Chronic Illnesses and/or

Disabilities

http://www.toolsfortoday.org/index.php?option=com_events & task=view_last & catid=0 & regionid=0 & topicid=0 & diseaseid=0 & year=2009 & month=07 & day=17 & Itemid=49

on October 23, from 8:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Cleveland State

University Cole Center for Continuing Education.  Gain new insights and

strategies, gather valuable information, and feel uplifted.  No one

will leave without making important connections with others.   Hickman

& Lowder is sponsoring 10 individual scholarships to this

conference.  If you are interested in this opportunity, please e-mail

me directly and include your telephone number.  Scholarships will be

awarded on a first come, first served basis.  Recipients will be

notified by phone.

Jill M. Fowler

Director of Administration

www.hickman-lowder.com

Hickman & Lowder Co., L.P.A.

1300 E. 9th Street, Suite 1020

Cleveland, OH 44114

216.861.0360

jfowler@...

--------------------------------------------------------Saturday, October 24, 2009 - Dine Out With Your Family, Cleveland

Monarch Center for Autism A Division of Bellefaire JCB

Second Annual

We are inviting families who have children with autism spectrum disorder to join us for an exclusive dining out experience!

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

For families like yours with children on the autism spectrum, dining

can pose an array of challenges. Many children and adolescents with

autism may never get the opportunity to join their parents or siblings

at a restaurant - until now. We are organizing a lunch specifically for

families of children with autism at Q’s Steakhouse downtown,55

PUBLIC SQUARE CLEVELAND, OH 44113 216-861-0900. Special accomodations

will be made for your children, such as sensory areas.  There is a

registration fee of $20. This fee will reserve a space for your family

and will be returned at the restaurant. It is not refundable in the

event of a no-show. A minimum registration is required to conduct this

event. Please register by returning the slip below, with your $20

registration fee, no later than October 16th. Call Karin Hess-Hopkins

for further information and to register: (216) 320-8658 or email at

hessk@...

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

Health Reform for People with DisabilitiesHealth care reform

is the talk of the nation and people with disabilities have a big stake

in the current debate to make quality, affordable health care available

for all.

Why is this issue so important? Major health care reform must address

the needs of more than 54 million Americans with disabilities, such

as:                    • Pre-existing conditions           •

Affordability                 • Portability                    •

Preventive services                • Cost caps             • Long-term

care

People with disabilities are uniquely qualified to speak about chronic

conditions, and the inefficiencies and exclusions of the current health

care system. People with disabilities and advocates should bring

solutions to the table that strengthen health care efforts for

all.                  Join us on October 27!

Co-hosts:                       

Nisonger Center, The Ohio State University                  Ohio Legal

Rights Service                   University Center of Excellence in

Developmental Disabilities, University of Cincinnati 

Tuesday, October 27, 2009                              Hyatt Regency Hotel, 350 N. High Street, 2nd Floor, Columbus OH 43215For more information or to register, contact:AXIS Center     Phone:  614-263-8076249 East Cooke Rd.    Fax:  614-262-8124

Columbus OH 43214    Email: axiscenter@...

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------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.

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------November 1 to 14, 2009 ONLINE SEMINAR - Getting Kids In Sync

A sensory processing approach to challenges associated with autism, adhd/add, learning and behavioural disorders Presented by international speaker, Genevieve Jereb, OTR For the first time ever you can learn from home!   Registrants will learn how to apply practical and powerful tools that support the child in calming, alerting, learning,  and thriving from the inside out.

Only $99Seven Contact hours of material  Register ONLINE Now www.sensorytools.netVIEW COURSE anytime from November 1 to 14, 2009 at SensoryTools.net

-----------------------------------------------------------------November 8-10, 2009 - Without Exception: Building Community and Creating Opportunities for People with Intellectual Disabilities who have Severe Reputations, Behavioral Challenges and Mental Health Care Needs, Northern Kentucky

http://www.craconferences.com/kentucky.html---------------------------------------------------------------------------

November 10, 2009 - Guiding Students Through Transition, Wadsworth

Two Critical Topics for Educators:√  Legal Issues In The Classroom√  Planning for Successful Secondary Transition The Galaxy   201 Park Centre Drive, Wadsworth, Ohio$60/person$50/person when 3 or more people are registered at

one time from the same school district or organizationFor detailed conference information and registration go towww.gtcbsa.org/LearningForLife/LFLSeminar.pdf

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------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, 2009, Understanding The Evaluation Team Report (ETR) & Process, Toledo

Braden, Ed.S.6:30-8:30 p.m.Participants will gain functional knowledge about what the ETR is, its function in the IEP process, and how it is used.“Tocatch the reader's attention, place an interesting sentence or quote from the story here.â€

Parents of school-age children with disabilities who receive special education services. Educators and professionals whoserve children with disabilities.Presented by The Arc of Lucas County, Inc, Funding is provided by: Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities

Presented at: St. Mercy Medical Center2213 Cherry St, Toledo OH 43608in the Auditorium near the main lobbyTime: 6:30 - 8:30pmE-mail: thearc@...

Visit our website www.arclucas.org--------------------------------------------------------------------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

---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Friday,

November 20, 2009 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy – Its Efficacy and Safety

in the Treatment of Cerebral Palsy, Autism and Traumatic Brain Injury,

Webinar

 3:15 PM – 4:05 PM http://www.epliveonline.com/wcd_2009.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:

Article: Top 10 Terrific Traits of Autistic People

http://autism.about.com/od/inspirationideas/tp/besttraits.htm---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Article: Most Successful Autism Treatments Behaviorally-Based, Report Sayshttp://www.disabilityscoop.com/2009/09/22/autism-treatment-report/5497/

----------------------------------------------------------------Article: Parents say Worthington, Ohio district is still failing students with disabilitiesParents of students with disabilities in Worthington, Ohio, say their school district has not improved its treatment of their children -- months after the state ordered it to do so. The Ohio Department of Education sanctioned Worthington schools in March after it found that students' individual learning plans were poorly written and not always followed.

http://dispatch.com/live/content/local_news/stories/2009/10/05/specialworthington.ART_ART_10-05-09_B1_GRF9GTO.html?sid=101

---------------------------------------------Article Obama administration wants longer school day, yearPresident Barack Obama and top education officials say the school calendar in use is outdated, and they would like to see longer school days and years in an effort to boost student achievement. Students in countries such as Japan and Hong Kong, who outperform U.S. students in math and science, have longer school years but fewer instructional hours. Experts say that models with longer school days, such as charter schools, have had some success, and disadvantaged students might benefit from shorter summer breaks.

http://www.nytimes.com/aponline/2009/09/27/us/politics/AP-US-More-School.html?_r=1-------------------------------------------------

Latest Edition of s Law Newsletterhttp://www.wrightslaw.com/nltr/09/nl.1006.htm

--------------------------------------------------------------Article: Exploring the Health Benefits of Petshttp://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/06/health/06pets.html?_r=1

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Books, Resources, Products:

ABC News Launches Online Autism ResourceOnCall+ Autism Center provides information from expertsABC News launched its OnCall+ Autism Center, where visitors can find answers to questions on autism answered by medical experts from prestigious medical centers across the country. The site includes over 200 common questions and answers about autism answered by knowledgeable professionals in the field, such as " What is an Autism Spectrum Disorder? " , " What is an IEP? " , and " Is Autism Present from Birth? " .

The Q & A’s are broken down into the following categories:    * The Basics    * Risk Factors    * Symptoms and Diagnosis    * Treatment    * Living with Autism.The site also includes video segments featuring viewpoints from families and individuals affected by autism, resources, and autism special reports from Nightline and Good Morning America. Visitors can also post their own questions to the experts. To visit the site, go to http://abcnews.go.com/health/autism.

http://abcnews.go.com/health/autism---------------------------------------------------Book: The ECLIPSE Model - Teaching Self-Regulation, Executive Function, Attribution, and Sensory Awareness to Students with Asperger Syndrome, High-Functioning Autism, and Related Disorders

by Sherry Moyerhttp://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9022.htm----------------------------------------------------------

Book: Differentiated Instruction Makes Mainstreaming Meaningful

How are teachers teaching your child in an inclusion class? If no one at your child's school can quite explain how the material is being adapted, chances are you're not getting best practices. One way in which many schools have made inclusion work is by using " differentiated instruction, " which takes a topic and brings it to students on a number of different levels in ways that are meaningful and legitimately instructional. If you've felt that teachers are just " dumbing the work down " for your child, doing the work for your child, or keeping you quiet through " mercy grading, " learn more about differentiated instruction in an excerpt from the book The Teacher's Guide to Inclusive Education, and if it doesn't sound like what your child is getting, introduce the concept.

http://specialchildren.about.com/od/inclusion/a/differentiated.htm-----------------------------------------------

Book: Using Music to Teach Children with Sensory Processing Disorderhttp://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9735.htm

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Find Support: Partnered and AutisticAre you an autistic adult who's married or partnered? Join the forum and find other adults in your situation. What's worked for them? What works for you? Share your thoughts.

http://forums.about.com/n/pfx/forum.aspx?nav=messages & webtag=ab-autism & tid=5094 & nl=1

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Find Support: My Partner Is a Person with AutismMarried to or involved with an adult on the autism spectrum? Join the forum to find support, insights and ideas for making it work!

http://forums.about.com/n/pfx/forum.aspx?tsn=1 & nav=messages & webtag=ab-autism & tid=5093 & nl=1

-------------------------------------------------Book Review: Peer Support Strategieshttp://specialchildren.about.com/od/booksoninclusion/gr/peersupport.htm

-------------------------------------------------Book:  Coach Yourself through Autism Spectrum Disorderhttp://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849058018

----------------------------------------------------------Recall of Tylenol ProductsFrom Nationwide Children's Hospital:Occasionally, as there is news important to your child's health, we will send you Health e-Hints updates. Today, we send you the latest news on the Tylenol® product recall.

Certain lots of Tylenol® products have been recalled due to potential bacterial contamination.Please carefully check your home to see if you have any of these affected lots. You may find the lot numbers on the bottoms of the boxes containing the liquid product and also on the sticker that surrounds the product bottle.  http://www.tylenol.com/generic.jhtml?jrl=98843 & id=tylenol%2fnews%2fsubpchildinfantnews.inc & clk=202653+

If you have Tylenol® products at home, you may refer to the long list of affected Tylenol® products on the website www.tylenol.com or if you have specific questions about the recall you may call the McNeil manufacturer at 1-800-962-5357 (available Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern Time).

---------------------------------------------------------Special Needs Teacher ResourcesIdeas to create an inclusive classroom, adapt and supplement your classroom materials, make assessment accommodations, and other useful tips

http://www.teachervision.fen.com/special-education/teacher-resources/6640.html?WT.mc_id=SOT_2009-10-08_email