Autism Resource Postings/Upcoming Events from the National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio - October 27, 2009

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Sincerely,

Pattison

National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio (NAA-NEO)

Helping Hand Program Manager

E-mail: apattison@...

Phone (216)544-1231

Web: www.autismnortheastohio.org

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PLEASE NOTE ADDRESS CHANGE:

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Cleveland, OH 44120

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By the National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio Tuesday October 27, 2009

LOCAL AUTISM EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES

THIS WEEK

TONIGHT (October 27, 2009)

S U P P O R T / E D U C A T I O N

Cleveland Area Biomedical Support Group Meeting

CANCELLED due to low interest

Please contact Pattison at 216.544.1231 or at apattison@... with any questions.

---> Other upcoming biomedical support group meetings:

November 9 - 6:30 to 8:45 Biomedical Support Group Meeting at the Independence Public Library @ Independence Public Library 6361 Selig Drive, Independence, Ohio 44131-4926. TOPIC: Lalama: Reversing Autism: Connecting the pieces with the latest research: BT, Hg, Octopamine, Succinic Acid, Leptu and BIRM. December 7 - 6:30 to 8:45: Biomedical Support Group Meeting at the Independence Public Library @ Independence Public Library 6361 Selig Drive, Independence, Ohio 44131-4926. TOPIC: Jeff Cantor: Dentistry and autism: A troubled marriage A number of DVDs are available to borrow from us on a variety of topics on educational, therapeutical and biomedical aspects of autism.

For more info please email apattison@...

TONIGHT (October 27, 2009)

W E B I N A RAUGMENTATIVE COMMUNICATION NIGHT

7:30PM EDT-9:30PM EDT

(6:30-8:30 CT, 5:30-7:30 MT, 4:30-6:30 PT)

2 HOURS OF INFORMATION FOCUSING ON AAC VIA WEBINAR

Webinars are fun and interactive. They are easy to access.You will receive an e-mail with a link to our website. All you need is a computer with Internet access. Our class is also available through the telephone (teleseminar) for those who would prefer this method.

STARTING AT 7:30 EDT (6:30CT, 5:30 MT, 4:30 PT)

Teaching Sign Language to Children with Autism: AMotor-Planning Approach

Often children with autism have difficulty learning signlanguage utilizing traditional approaches. This is due to the factthat they have motor planning issues. Motor planning is the ability to start, perform and complete a series of movements.

This class describes an approach called Pre-Sign and Sequenced Sign that teaches sign language by improving the individual's motor planning skills.

TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS ONLY, CLICK THIS LINK:

http://www.valerieherskowitz.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail & p=133

COST: $10

FOLLOWING AT 8:30 EDT (7:30CT, 6:30MT, 5:30PT):

Communication Strategies for Low or Non-Verbal Children

This class will focus on strategies to enhance communicationskills for individuals who are either non-verbal or low-verbal.Different techniques for incorporating Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) wilL be discussed.

TO REGISTER FOR THIS CLASS ONLY, CLICK THIS LINK:

http://www.valerieherskowitz.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail & p=131

COST: $10

STAY FOR BOTH CLASSES AND SAVE BY CLICKING THIS LINK:

http://www.valerieherskowitz.com/store/cart.php?m=product_detail & p=182

WEDNESDAY THROUGH FRIDAY

T R A I N I N G

OCTOBER 28-30, 2009

SCERTS Training Workshop at Hattie Larlham in Mantua

8:30am-3:30pm each day

Presented by Barry M. Prizant,Ph.D. , CCC-SLP

The SCERTS® Model is a research-based educational approach and multidisciplinary framework that directly addresses the core challenges faced by children and persons with ASD and related disabilities, and their families. SCERTS® focuses on building competence in Social Communication, Emotional Regulation and Transactional Support as the highest priorities that must be addressed in any program, and is applicable for individuals with a wide range of abilities and ages across home, school and community settings.

To Register, Please Contact:

Lowe, Program DirectorHattie Larlham

Phone: 1-800-233-8611, ext. 3112E-mail: .Lowe@...

Cost is $250 per person including materials.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28, 2009

L E C T U R E

"Good news about autism"

Please join us for our monthly Frontiers in Biological Sciences lecture: “Good news about autismâ€

Presented by Dr. Raff, MRC Laboratory for Molecular Cell Biology University College London, London, UK

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

4:00 p.m.

School of Medicine, Room E501

Reception immediately following lecture in SOM E739

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are common. From being the least understood of the neuropsychiatric disorders, they are now arguably the best understood, largely through recent advances in identifying genes that predispose to these disorders and through studies of mouse models of ASDs. There is increasing evidence that, in many cases at least, the underlying problem is at synapses, where nerve cells make functional connections with one another. Remarkably, in several of the mouse models, correcting the problem in the adult brain with drugs or genetic manipulations reverses many of the behavioral and neurological abnormalities, providing hope for the development of therapies for ASDs. I will review some of these recent developments and discuss possible ways forward.

Sponsored by the Department of Neurosciences

Questions? Sara VanDommelen, 216.368.6269 or slv15@...

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 28, 2009

W O R K S H O P

Monarch school is offering again this year 3rd SIBSHOPS FOR SIBLINGS of children with autism!

These are interactive workshops to assist siblings of children with autism. They are designed to meet other peers in a relaxed recreational setting. They will provide an opportunity to discuss common joys and concerns with other siblings.

Sibshops will take place at the Monarch School at 22001 Fairmount Blvd in Shaker heights, Ohio.

The cost of the sessions is $90.00

The SIBSHOPS will be facilitated by MONARCH staff

NINA FALKENSTEIN, INTERVENTION SPECIALIST

KELLEY YAWORSKI, SLP

When?

Wednesdays: October 28, Nov. 4, Dec. 9, January 6th

AGES 12-17 6:15- 7:30

CURRENT PARICPANTS GET PRIORITY REGISTRATION

REGISTRATION FORM BELOW

Registration deadline: October 21, 2009

MINIMUM ENROLLMENT NEEDED

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL KARIN HESS-HOPKINS AT 216-320-8658

MONARCH CENTER FOR AUTISM SIBSHOP REGISTRATION FORM

Name of Student: __________________________________________

D.O.B: _______________

Grade Entering as of 9/09: _________

Parent’s Names: _________________________________

Primary Address: _________________________________

Street Address ___________________________________

City, State and Zip Code ___________________________

Home Phone Number: __________________

Email Address: _________________________

Mom’s Cell _____________________

Dad’s Cell: _______________

CREDIT CARD PAYMENTS:

by filing out the below information, I authorize Monarch School to charge the account listed below. You can also pay by check.

Type of Card: MC Visa

Name as it appears on the card: ______________________

Card number: ___________________________________

Expiration Date: ________________

7-11 year old group________ 12-17 year old group________ Signature: _________________________________

Today’s Date: ______________________

THURSDAY OCTOBER 29, 2009

P R E S E N T A T I O N

“Young Adults with Autism: What Happens After Leaving High School?â€

Please join the Washington University Club of Cleveland and Autism Speaks For the Following Presentation:

“Young Adults with Autism: What Happens After Leaving High School?â€

Speaker: T. Shattuck, Ph.D. Assistant Professor, Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Location: The Wuliger Center at Bellefaire JCB

22001 Fairmount Blvd., Shaker Heights, OH 44118

Complimentary event – No registration required.

Questions about the event? Please contact 216.320.8571

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2009

S Y M P O S I U M

Advancements in Autism Award and Symposium

The Ardmore Foundation presents the “Advancements in Autism Award and Symposium†on October 29, 2009 at the Sheraton Suites, Cuyahoga Falls. The events offer a unique opportunity to meet and learn from autism experts from around the country and our community. In addition, we recognize the dedication and commitment of two great advocates: Dr. Temple Grandin and Barbara Yavorcik, Executive Director of the Ohio Chapter of the Autism Society.

We are pleased that Dr. Temple Grandin and Barbara Yavorcik will be joining us at dinner to receive their “Advancements in Autism Awards,†at the Gala, 6:30 p.m., October 29. The Gala also includes dinner and a silent auction with exciting items! We have great items from AirTran, the Cleveland Browns, Step2 and others. The highlight of the evening will be a very special awards presentation to Dr. Temple Grandin and Barbara Yavorcik.

The “Advancements in Autism Symposium,†is a full-day conference with workshops covering three tracks:

1. Transitioning.

2. Maximizing Educational, Family and Community Supports.

3. Behavior Approaches and Intervention.

Presenting are Dr. Pratt, Director Indiana Institute on Disability and Community and Board Chair National Autism Society of America along with a dynamic group of local and national experts. Continuing education credits are available.

For a copy of the conference brochure and registration information for both the Awards Gala and the Symposium, please visit our web site at www.ardmoreinc.org or call Becky y at the Ardmore Foundation at 330-535-2601.

Please keep in mind that Gala Tickets and Symposium Registrations may be purchased separately. Discount packages are available.

The “Advancements in Autism Award and Symposium†is the most comprehensive autism event ever offered in Akron-Canton. Don’t miss your chance to participate in this inaugural event!

THURSDAY OCTOBER 29, 2009

A C T I V I T Y

Halloween Party with High Five ClubAges 13 & Up

6:00 PM - 9:00 PMShaker Heights Community Building3450 Lee RoadShaker Heights, OH 44120PHONE - 216-491-1360

Cost - $5.00 per person

We will have pizza and pop.Please bring an appetizer, salad or dessert.Dress up if you like. Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes!Please RSVP to Edie (216) 371-2328 or Judi Greenspan 216-932-1989 or email jgreenspan@ keenepromotions.com

UPCOMING EVENTS

FUNDRAISER FOR STEPS

AN EVENING WITH PAT DINIZIO OF THE SMITHEREENS with special guest FREEDY JOHNSTON

NOVEMBER 7, 2009 AT 8 PM

AT THE BEACHLAND BALLROOM

15711 Waterloo Rd Cleveland Ohio

www.beachlandballroom.com

TICKETS:

$20 in advance $23 DOS

Available at www.beachlandballroom.com or www.ticketweb.com

Portion of the proceeds and entire proceeds from the raffle to benefit the STEPS Center for Excellence in Autism, specializing in the treatment and education of persons diagnosed with Autism and related developmental disabilities.

NOVEMBER 10, 2009

W E B I N A R

Is your school ready for the increase of students with autism spectrum disorders?

Date: November 10, 2009

Time: 1:00 pm ET/ 2:00 pm PT

Duration: 1 hour (15 minutes for Q & A)

Autism-related challenges are growing exponentially, but there are ways to cope. Join the experts in this webinar to find out the key steps you must take right now to (a) help these students, ( protect your assets, and © preserve your general curriculum.

Register Now!

In early October, a national report released in the journal Pediatrics revealed that 1 percent of US children ages 3-17 have an autism spectrum disorder, an estimated prevalence of 1 in every 91 children. This is a dramatic increase from the one in 150 prevalence rates currently reported. Given the deluge of students diagnosed within the autism spectrum, states and schools are struggling to make sense of this and come up with best-practice standards & programs.

Some of the challenges faced by schools are:

Autism spectrum’s broad range

The diversity and complexity of individual needs

No “one-size-fits-all†approach

Handling academically brilliant students with social and communication barriers

And much more

This webinar has been designed to help educators understand how this influx of children with autism will affect schools and every general education classroom across the U.S. Webinar Speakers: Custer

AutismPro

Philip Mellor

Henry County School District, GA

Duncan-Chapman

Berkeley County School District, WV

Do not miss this exciting new webcast, as well as the chance to ask questions directly to the panelists.

Register Now!

http://www.eventbrite.com/invite-friends?eid=463637753

Sponsored by AutismPro and eSchool News

REGISTER FOR THE NATIONAL AUTISM CONFERENCE

November 12-15, 2009 Fort Lauderdale, FL

More information can be found at www.nationalautismconference.org

Parent scholarships available!

Childcare available!

Translation into Spanish available!

Here's one of the conferences promotional materials - click here to view!

If you're an autism parent, this conference is for YOU! The NAC features the world's leading experts on autism in a relaxed, environmentally-friendly tropical resort setting. The schedule is designed to keep you from running frantically from one presentation to another - take some time to dip your toes in the pool or do some shopping in the exhibit hall. Sleep in! - There's nothing on your agenda before 9 am! The on-site Red Door Spa will give you a chance to pamper yourself - can you even remember what that's like? The intimate atmosphere allows opportunities to network with speakers, community leaders, fellow parents and friends. FREE food items and beverages will be available in our exhibit hall throughout the conference to help keep your expenses down. Use the money you save to get a massage, or have cocktails by the pool waterfall! This

is YOUR conference, don't miss it!

Our 2009 Speaker Lineup includes:Dr. Andy Wakefield, Barbara Loe Fisher, Dr. Dan Rossignol, Dr. Jeff Bradstreet, Dr. Doreen Granpeesheh, Dr. Berger, Dr. Jerry Kartzinel, Dr. Buckley, Soma Mukhopadhyay, Null, Kirby, Dr. Anju Usman and more!

New this year! When you register to attend the full conference, you can choose to purchase a companion pass for just $125! Bring your spouse, your Mom, your best friend, your child's therapist - you get the picture! And be sure to tell them to pack their flip-flops!

Se habla español!Spanish translation services will be available at no charge for all featured speaker presentations and our full-day special ed law workshop!

Childcare available onsite!Thanks to Easter Seals and our sponsor LoJack SafetyNet, onsite childcare will be available at the conference. Click here for details.

Great Airfares Available to Fort Lauderdale!Looking for a great deal on airfare to Fort Lauderdale? Check out Southwest, JetBlue and AirTran for fares as low as $39 each way! Here's a link to some recent specials from AirTran: http://www.travelzoo.com/top20/168127-644342

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This newsletter was brought to you by the National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio Chapter (NAA-NEO).

Contact:

Pattison

National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio (NAA-NEO) Helping Hand Program Manager

E-mail: apattison@...

PLEASE NOTE ADDRESS CHANGE

13111 Shaker Blvd Ste 210

Cleveland, OH 44120

Phone (216)544-1231

Web: www.autismnortheastohio.org

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