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BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL

AND UPCOMING EVENTS

August 17, 2010

Brought to you by the

NORTHEAST OHIO CHAPTER

IN THIS ISSUE:

BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS FOR FAMILIES RAISING A CHILD WITH AN AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER

IEP Clinic in Tallmage (Summit Cty)

- August 26, 2010

TOOLS FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW WORKSHOP: TRANSITION PLANNING FOR AGE 14+ - August 25, 2010

MORE UPCOMING SEMINARS AND PRESENTATIONS

Quick Start: Getting A Jump on Autism

A Better Understanding of the Spectrum of Autism and Intervention Strategies

PROGRAMS FOR KIDS

SPECIAL NEEDS STORY TIME in Mentor, OH

SPLASH PROGRAMS in Hudson, OH

LITTLE GYM PROGRAMS in Strongsville and Shaker Heights, OH

EVENTS

A Benefit for Evan Pattison, a local boy with autism - Tommy Womack with Duke Jr. & The Smokey Boots - 8 pm on Friday, August 20, 2010

Charity Bazaar to Benefit Autism Advocacy and Education - August 29, 2010

First Annual Bowling for Autism Challenge - August 21, 2010

The Muppet Movie - August 22, 2010

“Night at the Races†Fundraiser to benefit NAA NEO -

October 2, 2010

LIST OF 2010 BENEFIT CONCERTS TO HELP FUND THE HELPING HAND PROGRAM

ABOUT THE NATIONAL AUTISM ASSOCIATION - NORTHEAST OHIO

While the quest to find the cause of autism continues, thousands of families in Northeast Ohio struggle daily with the enormous stress and expenses that caring for a child with autism poses on them. The overall lack of financial supports prompted some of these families along with area autism advocates and professionals to establish a non-profit organization, the National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio (NAA-NEO) Chapter, with the goal to provide sorely needed monies to help with medical treatment costs, therapies and respite services.

Our Beliefs

NAA NEO's founders also believe that autism is a bio-neurological disorder and that an integrated, whole-child philosophy to treatment and care is the optimal approach with the best outcomes.

The founding members of NAA NEO decided to form a local chapter of National Autism Association (NAA) also due to NAA’s successful track record in a short period of time in implementing its Helping Hand Program and due to NAA's advocacy for more meaningful autism research on a national basis. To learn more about the national organization please visit our website.

To learn more about the National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio Chapter (NAA NEO) please click on any of the links below to visit our websites.

National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio - official site

National Autism Association - Northeast Ohio - Frequently Updated Site

National Autism Association - NAA NEO's national parent organization

Our Mission

The mission of NAA-NEO is to help families that have a child or children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) to access necessary treatment interventions. We will fulfill this by providing financial assistance to help defray the costs of such interventions and by connecting families to existing resources.

What is Autism

Less than every twenty minutes today there is a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder in the United States. Autism is not an uncommon developmental problem anymore as it affects about 1 in 100 children in the US. Autism is a bio-neurological developmental disorder that may severely impair a young child’s communication, behavior, sensory processing, cognition, socialization, sleep, digestion, and immune function.

Whom We Serve

NAA – NE Ohio serves families affected by autism in Ashtabula, Columbiana, Cuyahoga, Erie, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Mahoning, Medina, Portage, Stark, Summit, and Trumbull counties of Ohio.

Services

NAA NEO's services include the annual Helping Hand Grants, THE NAA-NEO STEPS Family Support Program, ongoing service linkage, advocacy as needed, and the organization of workshops and support group meetings.

How is NAA NEO different from other autism groups in the region?

The Helping Hand Program and the NAA-NEO STEPS Family Assistance Program, provide direct financial assistance to parents to help defray the costs of autism treatment through grants.

NAA- NEO does not endorse individual programs, therapies, treatments, schools or facilities, or the theories or practices of any one individual or entity. Rather, families are empowered to seek and choose the most appropriate treatment or program for their child with the help of the resources provided by the NAA- NE Ohio.

NAA NEO is unique in that it is open in terms of the services that it supports through its Helping Hand Grant Program, thus allowing the parents to decide what services they feel are most important for their child. Services covered under the Helping Hand Grant Program therefore range widely from camp costs, tuition assistance, speech therapy, behavioral intervention to therapeutic horseback riding and medical/biomedical treatments.

We require that the family works with a licensed physician or therapist who recommends the particular service that the family would like to implement with NAA NEO's financial support.

NAA – NE Ohio operates autonomously from the national organization (NAA) in program implementation.

BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS FOR FAMILIES

Here are some parent-tested tips to ease the transition back to school for you and your child.

Prepare your child.

1. If your child is used to sleeping later in the summer, start to prepare for an earlier morning by waking your child a bit earlier each day. (This did not make me the most popular parent on the planet!)

2. If possible, arrange to visit the teacher or the school a week or two before the first day. Your child can start the first day with a mental image of the setting. The teacher may be able to show your child his desk or locker or other “home base.†(Don’t do this if the room is still being re-arranged. You don’t want any first day of school surprises.)

3. If this isn’t practical, you can at least visit the school building, and perhaps spend some time on the playground.

4. School supplies—get them well in advance so that you child can get used to them. Keep any favorite items from last year. Even if you were rewarded as a child by all new supplies, your child may prefer the “old friend†items.

5. Color code notebooks and materials (including making text book covers) for different classes. Blue equals math, red equals English, etc. Color coding will help your child identify and keep their materials together and can be integrated with a picture schedule.

6. Get school clothes, uniforms, and shoes early, too. And wash them many times. Cut off the labels, if your child is used to this.

7. For preteens and teens, you may want to help them select a "cool" first day outfit ahead of time. First impressions are important to peers at this age.

8. Create a social story or picture schedule for school routines. Start reviewing and practicing early.

Prepare yourself. A calm mom and dad are better able to help a child create a smooth back to school transition.

1. Get your medical information in order (Vaccinations required? Documentation from physicians? Allergies? Meds?)

2. Figure out who your emergency contacts are going to be and make sure you have their current phone numbers. (Sometimes this is a little more complicated for families that have children with autism.) You may be able to get the emergency cards when you visit (see above) and have them filled out ahead of time. This will give you a less stressful first evening, so that you can help your child with his/her homework or last minute shopping for the supplies that were not on the list.

3. If your child has dietary issues, firm up how that will be managed.

4. Allow more time for everything during the first week. Have activities or diversions available in case you need to wait a long time for transportation. Summing up, do everything you can to help reduce the stress level for your family during the back to school transition.

Source: http://www.pathfindersforautism.org/articleItem.aspx?id=55

IEP Clinic

IEP Clinic, Tallamge, OH - August 26, 2010Presented by OCECD Parent Advocates Lyke & Barb Rutt

IEP Clinic – Parents bring their child’s IEP for an OCECD representative to review. Pre-registration appointments are scheduled to ensure sufficient time to review and discuss questions and concerns parents may have about their child’s IEP.

Parents will leave with a better understanding of their child’s IEP and a plan on how to work with their schools in developing future IEPs.

Parents can bring their child's most current IEP, Evaluation Team report and any additional information they feel is necessary for review. Parents are recommended to bring their top 2-3 concerns.

Space is limited and reservations are required. 330-858-4388 IEP Appointments:Six available hours slots: AM--9:00, 10:00, PM--1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00

Located at Residence in Stillmeadow Estates, 240 Whittlesey Drive, Tallmadge OH 44278 Contact: e R. Atwood, parentPhone: 330-794-2906 cell 330-858-4388 Email: atwood326 (DOT) com

TOOLS FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW WORKSHOP: TRANSITION PLANNING FOR AGE 14+

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

From the moment a student walks through the school door for the first time, most people are already thinking about what that student will do the day they graduate. For students who have challenges in their learning styles, social skills, and behavior management, the transition from the school setting to adult life must be well planned.

This presentation for parents addresses the steps to developing a successful Individual Education Program for students with disabilities who are of transition age (14+). Topics will include how to develop a future plan, courses of study in high school, and what is involved in writing goals for post-high school experiences. The outcome is to increase a student’s opportunities for successful transition from the school setting to adult life.

Speaker: G. Flegel, Regional Transition

Coordinator, Ohio Secondary Transition

Improvement Grant

Date: Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Check in: 6:15-6:30 pm

Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Location: Cuyahoga Valley Career Center

8001 Brecksville Road, Room 696,

Brecksville

Cost: $10.00

Advance Registration is Required: Please call Kresnye at 216-229-5757, Ext. 126

MORE UPCOMING SEMINARS

"Quick Start: Getting A Jump on Autism"

Schedule and registration form for the UH/Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital series "Quick Start: Getting A Jump on Autism" is available via this link (please click on it).

‎"A Better Understanding of the Spectrum of Autism and Intervention Strategies"

Wednesday Evenings 7:00pm to 8:30pm.

Sept. 22, 2010 through March 23, 2011

Cost is $120 for the entire series

Students and paraprofessionals may attend the entire series for $50

Contact: Kathleen.Maxwell@...Phone: (216) 844-1289Sponsors: University Hospitals, Rainbow Babies & Children’s HospitalThe Division of Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics and Psychology, Milestones Autism Organization

September 22, 2010"Sleep and Preschool Issues in ASD" Max Wiznitzer, MDAssociate Professor of PediatricsCase Western Reserve UniversityUH Rainbow Babies & Children's HospitalOctober 20, 2010"An Overview of Treatment Programs and School-Home Inverventions for Children with ASD" Cianciolo, MEd, BCBAEducation CoordinatorMilestones Autism OrganizationNovember 17, 2010 "Autism Spectrum Disorders: An Overview of Medical, Educational, Social, and Behavioral Issues" T. Barry, PhDAssociate Professor of PediatricsCase Western Reserve UniversityUH Rainbow Babies & Children's HospitalKathy Maxwell, RN, MSN Clinical Nurse SpecialistUniversity HospitalsUH Rainbow Babies & Children's HospitalJanuary 19, 2011"Technology Tools and

Software Programs for Children with ASD" StaffordDirector of Instructional DesignMonarch Teaching Technologies, Inc.February 23, 2011"Social/Communication Issues" Audet, PhD, CCC-SLPAssistant Professor,Kent State UniversityMarch 23, 2011"Legal Issues Affecting Children with ASD"Judith SaltzmanAttorney at Law

Seminar series brochure available via this link:

http://www.milestones.org/documents/AutismSeminarBrochure2010.pdf

PROGRAMS FOR KIDS

SPECIAL NEEDS STORY TIME in Mentor, OH

Mentor public library would like to invite you to their storytime for children with special needs. You may contact them for further information. Call (440) 255-8811 Ext. 220 to register now!

This program allows parents to bring their children with special needs to the library for story time! Please call the number given to register or with further questions. If you have any other questions feel free to email the ASGC representative at k_doyle79@... or call 216-556-4937.

SPLASH: Swim, Persevere, Learn, Achieve, Have Fun!

Swimming Lessons for Kids with Disabilities

LifeCenter Plus members can register beginning August 8th. Open registration begins on August 16th. Register through email: ebethann@...

SPLASH swim lessons are for children and teens with mental and physical disabilities. Each session of SPLASH includes an initial assessment of your child. Lessons are tailored based upon each participant’s behavior temperament, age, swim ability, and disability parameters. Data is collected after each lesson with IEP goals considered as well as goals set to reach the greatest success in the sport of swimming.

Learn more about SPLASH and registration for classes by contacting Beth Lattime at 330-655-2377 #156 or through email: ebethann@....

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER SATURDAYS AFTERNOONS

PRIVATE SPLASH PROGRAM

August 21, 28, Sept. 4, 11

Four ½ Hour Private Lessons 12:30-6:00PM

Members $110/ Nonmembers $125

SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER WEDNESDAY EVENINGS

PRIVATE SPLASH PROGRAM

Session I- September 8, 15, 22, 29

Session II- October 13, 20, 27 & November 3

Four ½ Hour Private Lessons 5:30-9:00PM

Members $110/ Nonmembers $125

SPLASH PLUS SWIM TEAM TRAINING

GROUP SPLASH FITNESS PROGRAM

September 8-November 11 (10 lessons)

Ten ½ Hour Group Swim Team Training

Lessons Held In Lap Pool During Swim Team

(Limit 3 Participants Per ½ Hour)

Participants must be able to swim 50 yards.

Ages 8 AND UP

Members $120/Nonmembers $125

OCTOBER/NOVEMBER SUNDAY

GROUP SPLASH PROGRAM

October 10,17, 24 (no lessons on October 31),

November 7, 14, 21

Six ½ Hour Group Lessons 1:00-5:00PM

Members $75/Nonmembers $90

HAVE FUN OUT OF THE WATER TOO!!

By popular demand, we are offering gymnasium centered recreational classes for children and teens with mental and physical disabilities. Contact Beth Lattime, Director of S.P.L.A.S.H, to find out more information: 330-655-2377 #156 or through ebethann@...

NEW PARENT MEETING WILL BE THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 2nd from 6:30-8PM

Learn to Play! FOR KIDS WITH MODERATE TO INTENSE SPECIAL NEEDS

Get ready for your kids to enjoy activities designed to teach them how to play with their peers. Each class will be small in size and your kids will enjoy activities designed so that they can improve on skills such as: following 1-2 step directions, waiting, taking turns, and learning the importance of teamwork. Peers without disabilities will be taking part in the fun as well as each registered participant. Participants with moderate to intense disabilities are best suited for this class. An Intervention Specialist, with experience in recreational programming for kids, will do assessments prior to each class.

Contact Beth Lattime at 330-655-2377 #156 or through email at ebethann@... for more details.

$48 MEMBERS/$62 NONMEMBERS (4/45 minute classes)

SATURDAYS: Sept. 25, Oct. 2, 9, 16

2:00-2:45PM LEARN TO PLAY! AGES 6-10 (limit 4)

4:15-5:00PM LEARN TO PLAY! AGES 11-17 (limit 4)

Shout Hooray for Game Play!!! FOR KIDS WITH MILD TO MODERATE NEEDS

Participants will have a blast meeting new friends and playing fun games that are guaranteed to have them smiling for more! Each class is small in size and each activity is designed to help kids understand how fun it can be to interact with each other while playing games. Kids will enjoy taking part in obstacle courses, basic throw and catch games, scavenger hunts, and a variety of relays to name a few. Peers without disabilities will be taking part in the fun as well as each registered participant. An Intervention Specialist, with experience in recreational programming for kids, will do assessments prior to each class.

Contact Beth Lattime at 330-655-2377 #156 or through email at ebethann@... for more details.

$48 MEMBERS/$62 NONMEMBERS (4/45 minute classes)

FRIDAYS: Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15

4:15-5:00PM SHOUT HOORAY FOR GAME PLAY!!! AGES 7-10 (limit 6)

5:15-6:00PM SHOUT HOORAY FOR GAME PLAY!!!

AGES 11-17 (limit 6)

SATURDAYS: Sept. 24, Oct. 1, 8, 15

3:00-3:45PM SHOUT HOORAY FOR GAME PLAY!!!

AGES 4-6 (limit 4)

REGISTER BY EMAILING BETH LATTIME!

LifeCenter Plus members can register beginning August 8th. Open registration begins on August 16th. Register through email: ebethann@...

"Growing Group Days" - a Rec2connect program

"Growing Group Days" had great success with the first program and Strongsville and now is expanding to the Little Gym in Shaker.

In Strongsville, they are working with families to develop a time that will work for most. They are looking at Mondays or Tuesdays from 2:30-3:30 or 4:00-5:00. They are also looking at Fridays from 3:30-4:30.

In Shaker, they are looking at 3:00-4:00 on Wednesdays.

If you would like more information and registration forms, please email rec2connect@... or call 330-703-9001.

Thank you!

Jen Altier, CTRS

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

330-703-9001

rec2connect@...

"Growing Group Days" in Strongsville, OH

- At The Little Gym - 19748 W. 130th in Strongsville, OH

- For children ages 2 – 12 (all ability levels welcomed)

- Monday or Tuesday class from 2:30-3:30 or 4-5(a Friday class may be added to keep ratio of staff to students at 2:1)

- Includes individual and group assessments, Individualized goals, weekly program notes (printouts available upon request), frequent evaluations and strategic group pairings to maximize

- individual and group goals

Join Jen Altier, Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist, for Rec2connect’s Growing Group Days – specially designed to enhance group skills, socialization, developmental milestones, teamwork, etc.

"Growing Group Days" in Shaker Heights, OH

- At The Little Gym at 20707 Chagrin Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122

- For children ages 2 – 12 (all ability levels welcomed)

- Wednesday class from 3:00-4:00 weekly

- Includes individual and group assessments, Individualized goals, weekly program notes (printouts available upon request), frequent evaluations and strategic group pairings to maximize

- individual and group goals

Other Rec2connect programs include in-home recreation therapy, aquatic therapy, community integration, consulting services, etc.

EVENTS

Friday, AUGUST 20, 2010 - A benefit for Evan Pattison, a local boy with autism - Tommy Womack with Duke Jr. & The Smokey Boots

At the Beachland Tavern

15711 Waterloo Road

Cleveland, OH

August 20 at 8 PM

Help us raise money for Evan Pattison, a local boy with autism to help cover medical expenses.

Ticket prices are $14 at the door or $12 in advance that can be purchased at ticketweb.com or by calling the Beachland at 216-383-1124.The Concert features two outstanding, critically acclaimed artists. We welcome back to Cleveland, Kentucky-born, Nashville based singer-songwriter, alt.country hero, published author, Tommy Womack. Tommy's last CD "There I Said It, was awarded "Best of 2007" by several media outlets and bloggers including No Depression, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Tennessean, and the Nashville Scene. Tommy is the former leader of Government Cheese & the bis-quits and origional member of Todd Snider's Nervous Wrecks. He has performed with the likes Cross Canadian Ragweed, Case, and Ringenberg to name a few.

Athens, Ohio based Duke Junior & The Smokey Boots open the show. This band is known to possess a straight up country attitude with ...a dueling guitar and has been described as "Acoustical-bluesy-folkin' goodness!". Jess Kauffman of The Boots' sultry yet sweet voice is reminiscent of a cross between Krauss & Norah .

TICKETS

Ticket prices are $14 at the door or $12 in advance that can be purchased at ticketweb.com or by calling the Beachland at 216-383-1124.

CAN'T COME TO THE SHOW?

Please forward this email to invite others to the concert! Or, check out this link for other ways to help. http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2010/08/evanoh.html. Please call Don with any questions at 216.280.4544. Thank you!

Charity Bazaar to Benefit Autism Advocacy and EducationEvent will benefit Milestones, Autism Speaks and the family of Trinity Jarem Sun. August 29, 2:00-5:00pmLocation: Milestones Autism Organization23880 Commerce Park, 2nd FloorBeachwood, OH 44122

Contact: tammy.rubin@... or 216-544-6907 View Flyer ( Download)

First Annual Bowling for Autism Challenge

Sat. August 21, 10:00am-2:00pm

Sponsor: Austim Society of OhioLocation: Fairview Lanes21847 Lorain RoadFairview Park, OH 44126Cost: $15 for 2 games, including shoesContact: askaso@... or 614-487-4726Website: http://autismohio.org/index.php/information-mainmenu-118/latest-news/1562.html

The Muppet Movie Sun. August 22, 11:00am

Sponsor: The Kiwanis Club of Downtown ClevelandLocation: Palace TheatreCost: Free

Free Parking Playhouse Square Garage, 15th and Chester Target Audience: Familes and children with physical and mental limitations the inhibit them from participating in traditional movie environments. Contact: RSVP meyersc@... or 216-664-6050 ext1Website: http://www.playhousesquare.org/default.asp?playhousesquare=58 & objId=878

“Night at the Races†Fundraiser

October 2, 2010

Benefiting the National Autism Association of Northeast Ohio

In collaboration with STEPS Center for Excellence in Autism

Location: UAW #1250 Hall in Brook Park, Ohio.

For more information, please contact:

Terri Buesking, Event Chair at 440-891-1197 or by email at tbues410@....

Please visit the STEPS website at stepsconsulting.org to learn more about the event.

Stay tuned for more information!

UPCOMING BENEFIT CONCERTS

Raising funds for NAA-NEO's 2010 Helping Hand Program

OCTOBER 15 - Boom Box with FreakBass at The Beachland Ballroom - A DAP Production, with raffle proceeds benefiting NAA-NEO

OCTOBER 17 - Grammy Nominated Milkshake (Family Show) at the Grog Shop - - A DAP Production, with raffle proceeds benefiting NAA-NEO

NOVEMBER 4 - Los Lobos (in association with Visible Voice Books) with Jorma Kaukonen at the Cleveland Masonic Auditorium - A DAP Production, with raffle proceeds benefiting NAA-NEO

NOVEMBER 6 - Wilcox at Collingwood Arts Cafe - A DAP Production, with raffle proceeds benefiting NAA-NEO

For more information about these events please contact Don at DAP Productions at dap_productions@... or call 216.280.4544.

PLEASE NOTE OUR ADDRESS CHANGE

Please note address change for NAA NEO as we moved!NAA NEOC/o Don Pattison, President15819 Fernway RdShaker Heights, OH 44120

WE THANK OUR SPONSORS

for supporting our organization and its Helping Hand Program and the families we serve!

Please take a moment to visit their websites and consider supporting these excellent businesses!

Thank you for looking!

OUR GOLD SPONSORS:

Chagrin Valley Women's League

www.visiblevoicebooks.com

Visible Voice Books1023 KenilworthCleveland, Ohio 44113Phone: 216-961-0084

SPECIAL THANKS TO THE BEACHLAND BALLROOM

www.beachlandballroom.com

for hosting many of NAA NEO's benefit events/shows

DAP PRODUCTIONS

www.dapproductions.zoomshare.com

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