Westchester Advocates for Individuals with High Functioning Autism, Asperger Syndrome, and other PDDs
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Westchester Advocates for Individuals with High Functioning Autism, Asperger Syndrome, and other PDDs
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Upcoming Events These listings are for informational purposes only. They do not constitute an endorsement from ParentLink for any particular workshop or conference.
ASPEN SPRING
CONFERENCE
SUCCESS BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL: A ROADMAP FOR ADULTHOOD Don't miss out on this outstanding conference featuring Stephen Shore, Vincent Varrassi, Leslie Long and a panel of high school and college students. What
Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders Need to Know ******************************************************
"WORKING TOGETHER:
SYSTEMS AND STRATEGIES FOR IMPROVING OUTCOMES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM
SPECTRUM DISORDERS"
4th Annual Conference,
presented in a collaborative effort to disseminate accurate and useful
information about the provision of effective education services for
individuals with autism
spectrum disorders, Alpine Learning Group, Connecticut Center for Child Development, Eden II Programs and Nassau-Suffolk Services for Autism
The conference will draw
on the expertise of prominent researchers and
practitioners in the field of autism and will cover a wide variety of topics.
The New York Academy of
Medicine on March 30 & 31, 2006.
CEUs for SLPs, BCBAs, and BACBAs will be offered.
The conference
brochure can be viewed online at: www.eden2.org
For further information,
to receive the conference brochure, be added to our mailing list, or inquire
about sponsorship, journal advertising and
exhibit/vending information, please contact Marissa Bennett, Conference Coordinator, at 516-937-1397 X217. ****************************************************** 27th
Annual International Conference on
****************************************************** Transition
Linkage Fair April
26, 2006, 6:30
p.m. - 8:30 p.m. ******************************************************
When the labels
don’t fit: new ways of understanding (and helping) children with
social, emotional, sensory or learning issues
Two FREE programs
for parents -- presented by Barbara Probst
Barbara Probst, clinical social worker and Fordham University professor, has given more than a dozen talks throughout Westchester County and is currently at work on a book for parents about living with children who are eccentric, intense, extreme, inflexible, sensitive, challenging – especially when the usual labels don’t seem to fit. Instead of viewing every difference as a disease or a disorder, Barbara proposes a new model for understanding and addressing the specific traits that lie behind a child’s behavior. Workshop participants will receive an outline with practical, real-life strategies to help children – and their parents – deal with each of these issues. (1) Monday, March 6, 2006, 7:30 p.m. (snow date March 13) John Jay Middle School Library Rte 121, Cross River NY Sponsored by the Katonah-Lewisboro SEPTA (2) Tuesday, March 14, 2006, 7:30 p.m. Somers Intermediate School Rte 202, Somers NY Sponsored by the Somers SEPTA For information, please call 914-271-1266 or email barbprobst@aol.com. There is no fee for either workshop. Pre-registration is recommended. ****************************************************** Transition Project at Westchester Independent Living Center Transition Workshops are held on the third Thursday of the month, from 6-8pm at WILC, 200 Hamilton Ave, White Plains, NY For more information, contact Ellen Weinstein, MS, CSW: 914-682-3926 ****************************************************** Working Together: Systems and Strategies for Improving Outcomes for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders 4th Annual Collaborative Conference hosted by: The Eden II Programs, Alpine Learning Group, Connecticut Center for Child Development, Nassau Suffolk Services for Autism This conference is designed to address a wide range of topics regarding autism intervention across age and functioning levels, making it relevant to both parents and professionals alike. Save the date: March 30 & 31, 2006 (more information will follow) ****************************************************** Asperger’s
Syndrome: Current Research and Clinical Applications, Presented by Anthony
Attwood, Ph.D.
April
30, 2006 Queens,
NY Course
Description: This
seminar will provide a descriptive analysis of the unusual factors related to
Asperger’s Syndrome. Topics
covered will include receiving and understanding the diagnosis, language, social
interaction, motor challenges and sensory issues.
Strategies to reduce characteristics that are the most conspicuous or
debilitating will be presented. This
seminar provides lots of practical advice and a comprehensive insight into the
world of Asperger’s/high functioning Autism. Faculty: Clinical
Psychologist from Brisbane, Australia, Anthony Attwood, Ph.D. brings over 30
years of experience with individuals with Autism/Asperger’s/P.D.D.
He will be discussing innovative techniques for improving social skills,
learning friendships, conducting social skills groups for adolescents and
understanding and expressing emotions. This
is a rare opportunity in the U.S. to hear from one of the top minds on
Asperger’s Syndrome. Dr. Tony
Attwood has worked with hundreds of individuals affected by Autism and
Asperger’s Syndrome, ranging widely in age, ability and background.
With a special interest in early diagnosis, severe challenging behaviour
and Asperger’s Syndrome, his experience covers the full range of the spectrum,
from the profoundly disabled to the most highly functioning. Learning
Objectives: Following
this course, participants will be able to: 1.
Describe appropriate assessments for Asperger’s/ high functioning
Autism. 2.
Explain several methods for improving social skills. 3.
Identify methods for improving conversation skills and to develop
imagination and visual thinking. 4.
Describe methods to help reduce anxiety, depression and anger in
individuals with Asperger’s/high functioning Autism. Target
Audience: Excellent learning experience for: Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Teachers, Parents, Psychologists Course
Level: Intermediate Educational
Credits: 6
contact hours. Certificates will be awarded. Location: Queens
College Student, Ballroom (4th Floor) 65-30
Kissena Boulevard Flushing,
NY Cost: Professionals: $200: Early Registration $170 (must be postmarked 21 days prior to seminar). Family Members*: $150.00; Early Registration $120.00 (must be postmarked 21 days prior to seminar). *The family rate applies only to relatives of children with AS. Further Information: Therapeutic
Services, Inc. ***************************************************** The 6th Annual Walk F.A.R for NAAR June 4th, 2006ParentLink
urges each of its members to get involved with this wonderful fundraising event by
forming individual Walk Teams. Your team can be your friends & family
members walking together for your child, or you can organize your community,
school or workplace as a team. It’s easy and fun, and very worthwhile. For
more information, call Valerie Zygmont at 203-552-8980 or email
vzygmont@naar.org,
Visit the Walk
website at www.autismwalk.org
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