Autism Society of Ohio DIGEST: December 28, 2009

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help us in our mission to " improve the lives of all affected by autism "

in Ohio.  All monies raised by ASO stay here in Ohio to help

individuals with autism, their families and those who work with them. 

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News From ASO:

- Autism Society of Dayton Featured on Dayton Public Television

- Raise money for The Autism Society of Ohio when you search or shop online! - From ODJFS: Medicaid, Schools and Waivers - Frequently Asked Questions

- Federal Update/Alerts 

Congress considers quadrupling fund for teacher performance pay  Action Alert: Do You Want the Term " Mental Retardation " Removed from Federal Laws? 

  Action Alert: Preventing Harmful Restraint and Seclusion in Schools Act, HR 4247

Autism Society Chapter Events/Information:

- Autism Society of America   Support the Autism Society this Holiday Season

   Submit Your Artwork Online

- Autism Society of Greater Akron 

   Saturday, January 16, 2010 - Watch Professional Soccer And Support the Autism Society!

- Autism Society of Central Ohio  

    Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2

    Tuesday, January 26, 2010 – Ratliff-Schaub, Ph.D. on the Medical Home Model

    Tuesday, February 23, 2010 – Corso, Music Therapist   

Tuesday, March 30, 2010 – To be announced   

Tuesday April 27, 2010 – Maureen Geraghty, Ph.D. will return to discuss dietary intervention and management   

Tuesday, May 25, 2010 – Transition Topics   

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 – Summer Support Group Meeting

- Autism Society of Greater Cincinnati

    Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2

- Autism Society of Greater Cleveland

    Monday, January 4, 2010 - Darla Motil from The Achievement Centers for Children, Independence

    Saturday, January 9, 2009 - Sensory Friendly Film: Alvin and the Chipmunks 2

    Monday, January 11, 2010 8:30 AM till 3:30 PM - Teacher/Related Professional/Parent Training with Dr. Ball.

    Tuesday, January 12, 2010- Might, MA, BCBA Owner of Steps Behavioral Consulting, Avon Lake

    February 3, 2010 - Autism Risk & Safety Management Training for First Responders - Help Spread the Word

    Sunday, February 7, 2010 Super Bowl XLIV Party

    January, 2010 newsletter Now Available

- Autism Society of Dayton

    Latest Newsletter from the Autism Society of Dayton

- Autism Society of NW Ohio

    NEW Autism/ASD Support Group to start in 2010 - January 12    Practical Solutions - SAVE the DATES!

   

Next Sibshop January 2, 2010    United Way time - Please designate to the Autism Society of Northwest Ohio    Purchase a Fan Club card and Benefit ASNO!

- Autism Society of SE Ohio

- Autism Society of TriCounty Ohio (Youngstown)

Upcoming Events:

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Thursday, January 7, 2010 - Parent's Rights in the Special Education Process, Tallmadge- FRIDAY JAN 8, 2010 - THE HORSE BOY OPENS in COLUMBUS

- Monday January 11, 2010 -  Autism 101: an introduction to autism spectrum disorders, Childrens Medical Center of Dayton

- Wednesday, January 20, 2010 - How to Write Good IEP Goals Anderia Ryley, M.Ed., Toledo

- Wednesday, January 28, 2010 - “Beyond

Zero-Tolerance:  Approaching School Discipline from a Special Education

& Student Rights Prospective”, Independence- Wednesday, February 17, 2010 - Ten Steps to Parent Empowerment Linell Weinberg, M.S.W., Toledo

- Wednesday, March 17, 2010 - Parents’ Rights in the Special Education Process Sandy Brickner, Toledo- March 19, 20, 21, 2010 - People First of Ohio Annual Conference, Wilmington

- Wednesday, April 21, 2010 - Negotiation Skills -

Key to Successful Communication with Professionals, Honorable

D. Abood, Toledo

- Wednesday, May 19, 2010 - Transition from School to Adult Life Filler, Toledo

- Monday, May 24 – Sunday, May 30, 2010: The Autism One & Generation Rescue - Autism Redefined 2010 Conference, Chicago

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Tuesday, June 22, 2010 - 8th Annual Milestones Autism/Asperger's Conference - Life-Long Strategies for Success, Cleveland Area

General News, Articles, Information:

- Article: Real Life ‘Rain Man’ Kim Peek Dead At 58- Article: Autism parents' plea - Understand kids' meltdowns

- Upcoming Events, 2010 Summer Recreation Flyer, Family Information Network - NW Ohio- Article: Keys To A Meltdown-Free Vacation

- Article: Strategies to Help a Child Who Has Trouble Taking Notes in Class- Article: District wins funding for social-skills program for those with autism

- Webcast - Partnering with your Doctor: The Medical Home Approach- Article: Expert discusses program that helps young children with autism learn

Books, Resources, Products:

- Resources: Transition and College

- Resource: Autism Website - I Teach Autism- Resource: New Food Allergy Friendly Foods for Kids (Special Report)-

Books: Ring in the New Year with Great Deals from Autism Asperger Publishing Co!- Resource: Special Ed Advocate, December 22, 2009

- Resource: College Preparation Checklist is Expanded, Updated- Booklet: Winter Activities for Kids

- Resource: Preparing Makes Sense for People with Disabilities and Special Needs-

AAPC's 75% Off Sale Starts December 27!

 

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 ASO does not

endorse or recommend any providers, methodologies or services.

Providing this information should not be construed as an endorsement by

the ASO, either explicit or implied.

 

Sincerely,

 

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