UM-NSU CARD Blast: Week of December 17, 2012

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DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that Temple Grandin will be speaking at the University of Miami on January 31, 2013 at the BankUnited Center? This is a very special opportunity for all of us in the South Florida autism community to come together and learn from Temple's remarkably insightful perspective.

Register today: http://www.as.miami.edu/rsvp-templegrandin/

Gal Time: Open to

Special Gals of All Ages!

This is a FUN opportunity for your gal to do activities with her peers, including makeovers, manicures, shopping, and more. Teen volunteers will be on hand to help your special gal socialize and enjoy these unique experiences. Please call and register so each special gal can get her own personalized shopping bag!

Date: Thursday, December 20, 2012

Time: 7:00pm to 8:30pm

For directions and location, or to register,

please call or email Sotelo ()

Fall CARD VINE

Lecture Series Recordings

Our series of fall presentations is now available online! Recordings can be viewed at any time, and each one deals with a different issue related to the autism spectrum.

Click here for a list of topics and links

Join us for WalkAbout Autism 2013!

Save the date for the Dan Marino Foundation's annual autism fundraiser at Sun Life Stadium! All proceeds will benefit DMF, UM-NSU CARD, the Autism Societies of Miami-Dade and Broward, and hundreds of local schools.

Date: Saturday, January 26, 2013

Location: Sun Life Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

WalkAbout Autism: Sponsorship

Opportunities Now Available!

You can contribute to the Dan Marino Foundation's worthy cause of improving the lives of people with autism. A " Touchdown Sponsorship " costs $5,000, a " Field Goal Sponsorship " costs $2,500, and an " End Zone Sponsorship " costs $1,000.

Call or email Rixys Alfonso for more information

Visit our website to learn more

Click here to view flyer

Special Thanks to our 2013 WalkAbout Sponsors!

Click here to view flyer

STARS: Different Learning

the Bright Way!

STARS School for Autism specializes in early intervention with children on the spectrum. Our primary mission is to provide individualized, scientifically-verified educational services to children with autism. We are now accepting applications for January 2013!

Location: 8103 Southwest 24th Street, Miami

For more information, call us (),

email us, or visit our website

Click here to view flyer

Autism Intensive Communication Academy: Application for 2013-2014

This special education option, offered by Miami-Dade County Public Schools, is designed for non-verbal children with significant developmental delays. MDCPS has three Academy Sites: Blue Lakes Elementary School, Redondo Elementary School, and Gratigny Elementary School.

These programs are technology-rich, have a very low student-to-teacher ratio, and are highly targeted at supporting the development of communication skills.

Applications are due by January 15, 2013 for the 2013-2014 school year.

Click here for eligibility requirements and an application

Click here to view flyer

Associate Positions Available:

Rising Tide Car Wash in Broward

Looking for independence, career training, and improved employability and social skills? It's time to apply to be part of a new type of business! Sign up if you are over the age of 16, have a confirmed autism spectrum disorder, and have daily transportation to Parkland.

Must be available for a 2-week training course in December

Must be able to work outdoors for 4 to 8 hours a day

Must be able to work weekends

Visit our website for an application

Email us to learn more

Click here to view flyer

Beth Tikvah Center:

Join Us for Our Open House

Join the Tikvah Center, a program for children with autism, for an informational and Q & A session. We are looking for interested applicants for the 2013-2014 school year. A light breakfast and coffee will be served. McKay Scholarship accepted.

Date: Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Time: 9:00am

Location: The Gordon Schools of Beth

2625 Southwest 3rd Avenue, Miami

RSVP by Friday, December 14, 2012

Call or email Hakerem

( ext. 242)

for questions or to RSVP

Click here to view flyer

STARS School for Autism:

Winter Camp

As winter break is the longest break throughout the school year, we believe that parents should take steps to keep their children in active, engaging, and social environments to prevent disruption of the progress they have achieved in school. As such, STARS will be opening its doors for families during the holiday season.

Eligibility: Children ages 2 through 10

Open: December 19 through January 4

(except Christmas Day and New Year's Day)

Schedule: Weekdays, 9:15am to 4:15pm

Location: 8103 Southwest 24th Street, Miami

Campers are to bring lunch and snacks from home,

except on Fridays, in which lunch is provided

For more information or to register,

please call

Click here to view flyer

The Little Mermaid: A Sensory-

Friendly Theater Performance

Miami-Dade County's Department of Cultural Affairs is delighted to provide inclusive arts experiences. This live theater performance of " Disney's The Little Mermaid " is specifically designed for children and individuals with Sensory Processing and Autism Spectrum Disorders.

For more information about sensory-friendly cultural events, visit our website or call us ()

Date: Saturday, December 22, 2012

Time: 2:00pm

Location: Theater at the Alper JCC

11155 Southwest 112th Avenue, Miami

Presented by Miami Children's Theater

(Call or visit them online)

$10 General Admission

Click here to view flyer

Winter Camp at the

Brazer Center for Autism

Come join us for seven fun-filled days! The Brazer Center for Autism specializes in working with children and adults with neurological disabilities. Our winter camp offers entertainment, structure, and behavior modification with small group instruction and no more than six children per group.

Schedule: December 26 through January 4

Price: $615 for all 7 days

Kendall Location: 8790 S.W. 94th Street

South Dade Location: 16905 S.W. 100th Avenue

Call (Kendall)

or (South Dade)

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

Kia Kidz: Winter Inclusion

Karate Camp

Swimming, sports, field trips, reading, math and science, music, arts, cooking, life skills, photography, sensory activities, daily karate classes, and more!

Session 1: December 26 through 28, 2012

Session 2: January 2 through 4, 2013

Time: 9:00am to 2:00pm

(Before care 7:30am, aftercare until 5:00pm)

Locations: 14417 South Dixie Highway, Palmetto Bay

17525 Southwest 92nd Court, Palmetto Bay (Pool Days)

To register now, email us or call

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

Active Parenting Now:

A Six-Week Workshop for Parents

Miami-Dade County Public Schools and FDLRS present a six-week learning session for parents of children with disabilities (ages 5-12). Learn effective ways to improve communication with your children, teach responsibility, build courage and self-esteem, stimulate independence, and much more!

Click here to view flyer

North Location at Renick Center

2201 Northwest 207th Street, Miami Gardens

Schedule: January 9 through February 19

Time: 9:30am to 11:00am

Call or email Jamena Hines

South Location at FDLRS Main Office

5555 Southwest 93rd Avenue, Miami

Schedule: January 15 through February 19

Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Call (extension 168) or

email Laurie Malman or Cecilia Nieto

20th Annual Statewide CARD Conference

Don't miss Florida's premier ASD conference for professionals and families. Take advantage of our free Educator's Day sponsored by PEPSA. Featured experts include Glen Dunlap, Minshew, Lou Brown, and Mark Durand.

Date: January 11 through 13, 2013

Location: TradeWinds Island Grand Resort,

St. Pete Beach, FL

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

Workshops for Adults at the

2013 Florida CARD Conference

This year, we are offering a series of relevant workshops specifically geared toward the needs and interests of young adults on the spectrum. We are even prepared to offer a reduced conference rate of $30. We want you to be there!

Date: January 12 and 13, 2013

TradeWinds Island Resort, St. Pete Beach

Click here for more information

To register for the adult track,

call Schelb ()

by Wednesday, December 19, 2012.

Visit the CARD Conference website

Open House at the

Brazer Center for Autism

The Brazer Center for Autism specializes in serving children and adults with neurological, social, and communicative disabilities. We offer full-day school and out-of-school programs, small group ratios, programs in life skills and vocational skills, and much more! McKay Scholarships accepted.

Open House: Saturday, January 12, 2013

Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm

Kendall Location: 8790 S.W. 94th Street

South Dade Location: 16905 S.W. 100th Avenue

Call (Kendall)

or (South Dade)

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

Brazer Center for Autism:

Vocational Skills Training

Our training programs are designed for teens and young adults on the autism spectrum. We want to help them express interest in potential careers while learning necessary skills for independent living. Our community-integrated programs include typical mentoring, staff support, and comprehensive assessments.

Open House: Saturday, January 12, 2013

Time: 10:00am to 2:00pm

Location: 16905 Southwest 100th Avenue, Miami

Call to inquire about our program

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

Sibshops: Presented by JAFCO

Sibshops are interactive workshops for typical siblings of children with developmental disabilities. They provide siblings (ages 6-12) with opportunities for peer support within a safe, fun-filled, recreational context.

Dates: Sundays, January 13, February 3, and February 24

Time: 9:30am to 12:00pm

Location: JAFCO, 4200 North University Drive, Sunrise, FL

$30 registration fee for the series

Call Sachs, LCSW ( ext. 118)

to RSVP or ask questions

Click here to view flyer

UM-NSU CARD:

Support Group for Mothers

Enjoy the opportunity to meet other moms with children on the autism spectrum, share experiences, ask questions, and receive support. This group is bilingual!

Sessions begin Friday, February 1, 2013

Time: 9:30am to 11:30am

Location: UM CARD Office, Coral Gables, FL

Facilitators: Sara Dajer and Maricarmen Saleta

Registration is required

Click here to view flyer

Autism Spectrum Assessment Clinic: Social Skills Group

Our state-of-the-art 9-week social skills intervention program teaches children age-appropriate skills based on individualized needs. The unique parent group teaches parents how to foster generalization of their child's skills. Now accepting applicants for the Spring 2013 group!

Applicants must be 8-12 years old, high-functioning, and have adequate language skills.

For more information, call or visit www.umasac.org

Click here to view flyer

Get your autism plate today!

Florida Autism License Plates generate awareness about autism. They also generate funds for much-needed services throughout Florida.

http://www.autismlicenseplate.com/

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