Fwd: Gutstein conference/PA

[Guest guest]

Hi,

Just a reminder to sign up by 11/15 if interested. The place they are

having it is not a hotel, but there are hotels in Cranberry PA that are

about 5 miles away.

Barb

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Date: Wed, 2 Oct 2002 15:48:34 -0700 (PDT)

>

> SOLVING THE RELATIONSHIP PUZZLE

> Opening the Door to Friendship for Individuals with Autistic Spectrum

> Disorders with Dr. Gutstein

>

> Nov. 22 and 23, 2002

>

> SPONSORED BY:

> The Wesley Institute Family and Child Development Center

> and Pressley Ridge Schools/Center for Autism

>

> In this two-day workshop, Dr. Gutstein will dramatically illustrate

> Relationship Development Intervention (RDI), a program he describes in

> his books for developing the core skills for social relationships-skills

> that are often missing in individuals with autistic spectrum disorders.

> Using video illustration and anecdotes from over 10 years of

> experience, Dr. Gutstein will outline a unique process for fostering the

> joy, the wonder and the creative excitement of social interaction.

>

> On Friday, Dr. Gutstein will give an overview of RDI and will offer

> strategies for younger children. On Saturday, he will concentrate on

> older children, adolescents and adults.

>

> This workshop is designed for anyone and everyone who wants to improve

> the lives of individuals with autistic spectrum disorders

>

> WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT DR. GUTSTEIN'S WORK....

> Because his approach is quite different from conventional social skills

> programs, we benefit from not only new insight, but practical strategies

> for parents and professionals as well*..Dr. Tony Attwood

>

> " Teachers are fueled by the idea that maybe, sometimes, we make a

> difference. The concepts and activities offered [by Dr. Gutstein] show

> me how I can help a child find true joy in relationships...a very

> exciting project, indeed! " *...a teacher

>

> " To lose himself in the shared giggles of a pal, to be stirred inside

> by a knowing smile or glance, to embrace the wonderment, spontaneity and

> magic of play...This was what my son was missing. [Dr. Gutstein's

> intervention method] has unlocked a door to a lifetime of relational joy

> for my son*...A mother

>

> BIOGRAPHY

> Dr. Gutstein is currently the co-director of ConnectionsCenter and

> a nationally known autism expert. He is also on the clinical staff at

> Texas Children's Hospital in Houston, TX. Dr. Gutstein has written

> numerous articles pertaining to autism and is the author of Autism

> Aspergers: Solving the Relationship Puzzle. He has co-authored two

> additional volumes of strategies for building core social skills. To

> find out more about Dr. Gutstein and his work, please go to

> www.connectionscenter.com.

>

> CONFERENCE DETAILS

>

> WHEN:

> Day 1: Nov. 22nd

> 8:30-9:00 Registration

> 9:00-5:00 Conference

> (Lunch included)

>

> Day 2: Nov. 23rd

> 8:00-8:30 Registration

> 8:30-3:00 Conference

> (Lunch included)

>

> WHERE: The conference will be held at The Chadwick, One Wexford Square,

> Wexford, PA 15090 (this is across from the Wexford Plaza on Route 19).

> For directions and/or a map call The Chadwick at (724)935-5916 or

> at (724)443-4888.

>

> · Act 48 credits available

> · Vendors will be on site

> · Dr. Gutstein's books will be on sale on Friday only.

>

> Questions? Call Proudfoot at the Wesley Institute Family and

> Child Development Center, (724) 443-4888.

>

> ------------------------cut and fill out------------------------------

>

> REGISTRATION (please print)

> Must be returned by mail, with payment, by November 15th. There are a

> limited number of seats so please register as soon as possible.

>

> Name:________________________________

> Email Address:__________________________

> Phone:________________________________

> Address:_______________________________

> ________________________________

>

> Do you want Act 48 credits? [ ] Yes [ ] No

> If yes, social security #:___________________

>

> Fees:

> Friday only:

> [ ] Parent-$90 [ ] Professional-$120

> Both days:

> [ ] Parent-$150 [ ] Professional-$200

>

> Make checks payable to:

> The Wesley Institute

>

> Send registration to:

> Proudfoot

> The Wesley Institute Family and Child Development Center

> 5465 Flynn Hwy.

> Gibsonia, PA 15044