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 ON THE NET / ANYWHERE The Evolving Medical Model in Childhood Developmental Disorders: Implications for Clinical & Educational Care - Autism One Radio, A Worldwide, Web-Based Radio Station for the Care, Treatment, & Recovery of Children with Autism is pleased to broadcast The Evolving Medical Model in Childhood Developmental Disorders: Implications for Clinical & Educational Care; Speakers at
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Austin in Action include: Dr. Andrew Wakefield, Dr. Boyd Haley, & Dr. Arthur Krigsman; please visit:
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tinyurl.com/67rmp Apr 3 on the net See website for time. www.autismone.org/radio
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DisAbility News & Views Radio Show for Apr. Monica Moshenko Host - Apr 3 - Carol Kranowitz "The Out of Sync Child" - sensory integration therapy Apr 10 - David Kirby, author of Evidence of Harm: Mercury in Vaccines & the Autism Epidemic: A Medical Controversy & Dennis Debbaudt - respected figure in law enforcement for individuals with autism Apr 17 - Sheila Dolla - Moving Miracles Dance - share information about advantages of dance/movement Apr 24 - Diane Twachtman-Cullen,Ph.D, CCC-SLP & Editor of Autism Spectrum Quarterly magazine. Radio show is broadcast live 5-6pm EST on WXRL 1300am. Radio Broadcast & Web archive You can access taped shows online at disabilitynewsradio.com (click on past shows) - www.disabilitynewsradio.com IDEA is most current version of the Individuals with Disabilities - Troy R. Justesen, Acting Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Office of Special Education & Rehabilitative Services (OSERS) in the U.S. Department of Education will present. Apr 6 on the net 3-4:30pm Eastern; 2 Central;1 Mountain; 12 Pacific; www.ilru.org/online/calendar.html |
Pre program questions to webcast@... SCD dietary intervention. Every Week No Cost Marian Helmick 216-663-1453 hometown.aol.com/parentschat/ homepage.html DMHelmick1@... On line ABA course for care givers has added an online aba course for caregivers and professionals who want to learn some of the basics of aba. http://www.aba4autism.com webmaster@...  Online Autism Courses at NSU NovaSoutheastern University & the Autism Consortium of MSI are offering online graduate courses in autism for educators & speech & language pathologists. Students can enroll as part of a master's degree in special education or as non-degree seeking students. Ft. Lauderdale, FL Christine Reeve Click on "education & training" & select the autism |
courses. www.nova.edu/msi Or email autism@... 954-262-7168 AUSTRALIA Autism Awareness Week "Through the Eyes of Autism" May 8- 14 Each state autism association will be organising a range of events to promote their work and the needs of people affected by Autism, Asperger Syndrome and related disorders. Visit the web site for your state for details: www.autismvictoria.org.au - Victoria www.autismnsw.com.au - NSW www.autismqld.asn.au - Queens- land www.autism.org.au - We.Australia www.autismsa.org.au - So Australia www.autismtas.org.au -Tasmaniaautism.anu.edu.au- ACT CANADA: ALBERTA Autism Awareness Centre Presents: Maureen Bennie: Ready with Resources: Assisting the Child with ASD's at Home & in the Community |
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Janette Seymour: Coping with Autism & Anxiety: Techniques That Work Apr 28-29 Grand Prairie 8:30am - 4:30 pm Parent $150 Professional $225 until Mar 30 Best Western Grand Prairie - 10745-117 Ave. Wendy Benson www.autismawarenesscentre.com wendy.aaci@... 780-474-8355 10th Keys To The Treasure Chest - Dr Jed Baker - "Social Skills Training for those with Asperger's Syndrome, High Functioning Autism & Related Social-Communication Disorders" Stephen Shore, PHD - "An inside view to developing meaningful accomodation for persons on the autism spectrum for camp, summer vacations & school." Jun 3 - Jun 4 Calgary 9am - 5pm $97 one-day, $149 two-days Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) - Sean Sherburne www.keystotreasures.com caretoday@... 1877-482-1555 BRITISH COLUMBIA ACT-BC Events 2004-2005: Autism Community Training-British Columbia provides a wide-range of excellent, cost-effective training |
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casembl@... 760-720-4964 'Introduction to Verbal Behaviour' Presented by Dr. Vincent Carbone Dr. Carbone will describe the behavioral approach to teaching communication skills to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. This approach is based on B. F. Skinner’s analysis of verbal others. Also errorless teaching, specific quick-transfer (prompting and fading) procedures, and the use of both discrete trial training in the natural environment and during intensive teaching sessions. April 28-30 Vancouver Fletcher Challenge Canada Theatre, Harbour Centre Campus, Simon Fraser University www.actbc.ca/upcomingwork.htm MANITOBA ONGOING EVENTS University of Manitoba - Certificate in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Continuing Education and Department of Psychology Behaviour Modification Principles (17:244) and Behaviour Modification Application (17:245) are taught on campus during regular and summer sessions. Both courses are also available through Distance Education (DE) & online. |
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 Dr. Vincent Carbone in Vancouver, April 2005. www.umanitoba.ca/coned/mpcp/ calendar/programs/aba.shtml Autism Society Manitoba & Health Sciences Centre Autism Program Presents: 17th Annual Autism Conference: Strategies and Solutions Apr 27 Winnipeg Canad Inns, Polo Park, http://members.shaw.ca/ autismmb/index.html NOVA SCOTIA Autism Awareness Centre Inc. |
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Presents: "Establishing a Suitable Environment to Support Learning and Development within the School and/or Home" & "Understanding and Teaching Friendship Skills...and Making It Work"- Autism Awareness Centre Inc. Presents: "Giggle Time - Establishing the Social Connection" Apr 8-9 Halifax Holiday Inn Select, 1980 Robie Street April 8: Kevin Baskerville "Establishing a Suitable Environment to Support Learning & Development with the School and/or Home" and "Understanding and Teaching Friendship Skills....and Making It Work", April 9: Susan Aud Sonders, "Giggle Time - Establishing the Social Connection" Wendy Benson 1-866-724-2224 or 780-474-8355 FaX 780-477-8350or 780-447-5445 wendy.aaci@... ONTARIO Ontario Association of Developmental Disabilities Research Special Interest Group Call for posters/presentations Submit your research for the 13th annual RSIG meeting on Apr 8. Please visit the OADD website www.oadd.org & find us under the Conference - RSIG section for further information. Apr 8 Barrie Times TBA. |
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 Kempenfelt Centre RSIG www.oadd.org Autism symposium - Autism Society Ontario - Upper Canada Chapter is pleased to announce “What Now!!??” - a symposium on raising an adolescent/young adult with an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Parents of children, teens, and adults with autism, communication disorders, and other developmental disabilities will find answers to the challenges of parenting their child as they approach & walk through the school age & young adult years Apr 8 -10. Cornwall NAV Canada Training and Conference Centre To register, contact Jane at: What Now, c/o 1602 Walton Street, K6H 1W2, (613) 936-6977. Specific Carbohydrate Cooking Classes - This series of six classes will be |
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launched this evening. Apr 12 Toronto Loblaws Forest Hill Market, St. Clair Ave. West, Carol Frilegh c.frilegh@... Special Education Advocacy Workshop Apr 17 Pickering Karen www.afase.com/Workshop.html MiniDAN! - 1 Day parent training workshop with Dr. J. McCandless and 1 Day professional training. July 2005 Date TBA Social Skill Development in Autistic &Asperger's Children Diane Yapko, M.A. Metro-Central YMCA, 20 Grosvenor Street, Toronto Edythe Nerlich enerlich@... Going to the Heart of Autism - Dr. Steve Gutstein dramatically illustrates the Relationship Development Intervention Program (RDI) via audience participation and hours of video taken from actual intervention sessions. As he guides you through a new way of thinking, you will discover a path for how people on the autism spectrum can develop friendships, empathy and the love of sharing their world with others. Language comes alive when integrated with real emotion Sep 7 -8 Toronto Location TBA $225-$275 Jared Houser houser@... (713) 838-1362. |
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 PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND Tri-State Learning Center, Inc (TLC) in association with the Autism Society of PEI is Proud to Sponsor Three Integrated Seminars to Promote Effective Service Provisions for Individuals with Autism: Keith Amerson M.S.Ed. and Travis Passaro BCABA, Building Rapport and Manding (8:30 - 10:30), Natural Environmental Teaching (NET) (10:45 - 12:30), Relationship Development Intervention (RDI) (1:30 - 4:00) April 21 Charlottetown The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 10 Northridge Parkway, East Royalty at St. Peters Road, Autism Society of PEI autism@... 902-651-2661 www.tristatelearning.com |
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QUEBEC "A View from the Floor" Integrating the Neurogical & Emotional Development of the Child Speakers: Beth Osten, Occupational Therapist & Sherri Cawn, Speech Language Pathologist Topic: The DIR (Developmental, Individual Difference, Relationship) Model is based on work by Dr. Stanley Greenspan & Dr. Serena Weider- a treatment model for children in the Autism Spectrum May 12 & 13 & optional clinical day May 14 Montreal 8:30am- 5 pm, $325 professionals & $250 for parents, add $125 for clincal day Hotel Ruby Foo's, 7655 bl. Decarie, Montreal, Qc Caroline Hui, OT floortimemontreal@... 450-242-2816 CHINA Great Wall of China Trek 2005 14-23 May 2005: The Great Wall of China stretches an incredible 1,550 miles: the route twists and winds passed mountains and farms, up steep staircases and passed crumbling clock towers ... The National Autistic Society, UK www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 |
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Great Wall of China Challenge 22-31 May Great Wall of China. Trek along this amazing vestige of our ancient times and raise vital funds for The Scottish Society for Autism. Anna Gray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk CUBA Trek Cuba Challenge 2005 For the Charity challenge participant Cuba has it all. You'll pass through desert beaches, sugar cane mountains, rice fields and a uniquely Cuba culture. 14-24 Apr Havana to Trinidad £195 and Fundraising target £2600. Anna Gray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk DENMARK 1st International Symposium on Autism Spectrum Disorders in a Forensic Context - Confirmed speakers Professor Digby Tantam Clinical Professor of Psychotherapy at the University of Sheffield & Director of the Centre for the Study of Conflict & Reconciliation, UK Title of presentation: "Does having an ASD increase the risk of offending and, if so why?" Marianne Kristiansson, head doctor The |
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National Board of Forensic Medicine, Sweden Title of presentation: "Forensic Psychiatric Assessment" Dr. Peter Kramp Head of the Clinic of Forensic Psychiatry, Ministry of Justice, Denmark Title of presentation: "Autism & the penal code" Richard Mills, Director of Research National Autistic Society, UK Title of presentation:ASD in the |
high security hospitals in the UK - issues for policy makers, clinicians & service providers" Henrik S"derstr"m, Medical Director Forensic Psychiatric Clinic, Malm", Sweden Title of presentation: "Autistic traits, empathy & the development of personality disorder in the forensic field" Sep 2 - Sep 3 Copenhagen Moltkes Palace, Dronningens Tvaergade 2 Copenhagen - Charlotte Holmer Jorgensen www.autisme.dk/forensic/ info@... +45 45114191 ENGLAND, U K Anti-bullying Practise - This one day multi-disciplinary workshop explores the issue of bullying and the action we can take to prevent and manage it. The workshop is for those who work in a variety of setting with children and young adults. The workshop is supported by a detailed resource pack. 7 Apr Glasgow www.childinscotland.co.uk 0131 222 2426 Seminar with Wendy Lawson, Individual with Asperger syndrome 7 Apr Nottingham Citilodge Wollaton Street £99 plus VAT Professional www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5435 |
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conference@... Ben Nevis Challenge 2005 8 - 10 Apr 2005: At 4,406 ft Ben Nevis is Britain's highest mountain and attracts walkers from all over the world. Whatever the season, you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery and stunning views from one of the world's greatest plateaus. The National Autistic Society, UK www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 Working Non-Aversively With Children and Adults with ASD - An introduction to the complex topic of Autistic Spectrum Disorder and encourage the use of non-aversive, interactive approaches and discourage maladaptive approaches to behavioural change. 12 Apr Nottingham 01524 832828 info@... Flora London Marathon 2005 17 Apr 2005: Thinking about running the London Marathon next year? Already applied for your place? Why not join Thomas the Tank Engine and the team at The National Autistic Society (NAS) and help raise vital funds for autism? The National Autistic Society, UK www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 |
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 "Keeping out of Trouble" Conference - Carol Povey Regional Co-ordinator for The National Autistic Society will chair this event. Thomas Madar Individual with Asperger syndrome Angie Lee-Foster Head of Advice and Advocacy for The National Autistic Society 20 Apr London The Bonnington Hotel Southampton Row £99 plus VAT Professional www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5438 conference@... Reaching Out To Children With Special Needs In Mainstream Groups - A workshop designed to help early year practitioners, teachers, learning support assistants to recognise the diversity of special needs, and offering an opportunity to explore a range of practises which promote awareness and inclusion of all children 21 Apr London 01524 832828 info@... |
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Demystifying Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome - This workshop provides a greater understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and also with practical techniques for spotting and treating it. 26 Apr Harrogate 01524 832828 info@... Demystifying Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome - This workshop provides a greater understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and also with practical techniques for spotting and treating it. 4 May Manchester 01524 832828 info@... 3-day Introduction to TEACCH - Professor Gary Mesibov and colleague from Division TEACCH, North Carolina 11- 13 May Glasgow Glasgow Marriott Hotel £285 plus VAT Professional (non-residential) www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5437 conference@... Structured Teaching in the Home Seminar - Professor Gary Mesibov and colleague from Division TEACCH, North Carolina 14 May Glasgow Glasgow Marriott Hotel £99 plus VAT Professional £60 plus VAT Parent / Individual with ASD www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ Numeracy and Literacy for Learners |
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with Profound Disability - Including Autism -Les Staves and Flo Longhorn - two one-day Workshops: All you need to know about emergent literacy and numeracy. Back by request following the successful workshops by these two international trainers in 2004 18 May 19 May Dublin Location TBA For leaflet, programme and registration form 0845 127 5281 FloCatalyst@... polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5437 conference@... BUPA Great Manchester Run 23 May 2005 - Fancy being part of Britain's premier 10km running event? If so, join the National Autistic Society (NAS) running team for the Great Manchester Run in Manchester City centre. The National Autistic Society, UK www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 Autism and Behaviour Conference Carol Povey Regional Co-ordinator for The National Autistic Society will chair this event. Additional speakers to be confirmed. 16 Jun London The Bonnington Hotel Southampton Row £99 plus VAT Professional conference@... |
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www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5438 Adolescent into Adulthood Conference - Julie Moynihan Regional Co-ordinator for The National Autistic Society will chair this event. Thomas Madar Individual with Asperger syndrome. Additional speakers to be confirmed 22 Jun Bristol Ramada Plaza Bristol, Redcliffe Way £99 plus VAT Professional www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5436 conference@... 2-Day PECS Workshop 23-24 Jun Portlaois, IRL The Montague Hote pyramid@... www.pecs.org.uk 3 Jul - Would you like to take part in the 2005 British 10k London Run which passes some of the capital's most popular landmarks? We have guaranteed places available for this year's event which promises to be the biggest yet.The National Autistic Society, UK www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 Sexuality within Residential Services - Carol Povey Regional |
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 Professor Gary Mesibov of TEACCH in the UK, in the spring. Co-ordinator for The National Autistic Society will chair this event. Other speakers to be confirmed 5 Jul London The Bonnington Hotel Southampton Row £99 plus VAT Professional www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5438 conference@... London Triathlon 6-7 Aug - The London Triathlon takes place at the Excel Exhibition Centre in Docklands and we are proud to announce that The National Autistic Society (NAS) has |
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been chosen to be one of the four beneficiary charities. We are looking for individuals or teams of three to run, cycle or swim and help raise much needed funds for people affected by autism and Asperger syndrome. The National Autistic Society, UK www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 Lucozade Hydro Active Women's Challenge Sep 2005 - A superb 5km event brought to you by the same people who organise the Flora London Marathon. This event is fun and family-orientated with many women bringing sisters, daughters,cousins, granddaughters and friends to join in. The National Autistic Society, UK www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 BUPA Great North Run 18 Sep 2005 - After our enormous success with the 2004 event, we are looking for individuals to join the NAS team in the worlds biggest half marathon and Britains biggest running event. We still have guaranteed places available! The National Autistic Society International Conference 2005 23-24 Sep London Novotel London West Hammersmith For details of this event, please contact Meeting Point Conferences |
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on 020 8334 6517 or via email to nas@... www.nas2005.org.uk Early Intervention Conference - Brenda Nally Regional Co-ordinator for The National Autistic Society will chair this event. Jan Snook Help! Programme Additional speakers to be confirmed 29 Sep Harrogate The Crown Hotel £99 plus VAT Professional www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5433 conference@... First Time with Autistic Spectrum Disorders - Targeted to teaching staff only Seminar will be presented by:-Carol Povey Regional Co-ordinator for The National Autistic Society Jacqui Ashton-Smith Principal of Helen Allison School www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5436 5 Oct Liverpool Devonshire House Hotel £99 plus VAT Professional www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5433 conference@... BUPA Great South Run 9 Oct - Ever wanted to take part in Britain's biggest 10 mile running event? The Great South Run is the main event of a bumper two-day festival of fun and world class running passing stunning views and many outstanding historical |
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landmarks. 3-day Introduction to TEACCH - Professor Gary Mesibov and colleague from Division TEACCH, North Carolina 12-14 Oct Nottinghamshire Venue to be confirmed £285 plus VAT Professional (non-residential) www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5435 conference@... Structured Teaching in the Home Seminar - Professor Gary Mesibov and colleague from Division TEACCH, North Carolina 15 Oct Nottinghamshire Venue to be confirmed £99 plus VAT Professional£60 plus VAT Parent www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=404&a=5435 conference@... FRANCE Running Event 2005 Sun Marathon 10 Apr Paris £195 personal contribution and target sponsorship £1000. We provide flights from UK, accommodation and race entry. Anna Gray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk HOLLAND Running Events 2005 Marathon Amsterdam Oct. £195 personal |
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contribution and target sponsorship £1000.We provide flights from UK, accommodation and race entry. Anna Gray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk ICELAND Running Event - 2005 Marathon 24 Jun Iceland Midnight. £195 personal contribution and target sponsorship £1000. We provide flights from UK, accommodation and race entry. Anna Gray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk ITALY The Alps 2005 (and France, Switzerland). Trek the circuit of some of the world's mightiest peaks across 3 borders, camping wild under the shadow of Western Europe's highest peak- Mont Blanc. 4-14 Aug Mont Blanc Circuit AnnaGray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk NORWAY The 4th Nordic Conference of Research on Autism Spectrum Disorders: Individual variation - 2005 "Individual variation in Autism |
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spectrum disorders, development and outcome". Focus on the substantial differences in function and developmental outcome found in the Pervasive Developmental Disorders. Prof. Christopher Gillberg, Sweden, Individual variation in the Autism spectrum, development and outcome, Prof. Digby Tantam, UK, Emotional and psychiatric problems in ASD. Prof. Pat Howlin, UK Outcome studies on autism spectrum disorders. & others. Oslo 14-16 Apr 2005 Holmenkollen Park Hotel, Kongeveien 26, 0707 Oslo www.isp.uio.no/autisme PERU Lost City Challenge. 2005 - Follow the footsteps of the conquistadors and explorers and trek through the cloud forest and green valleys to high mountain passes and ultimately, the Lost City of the Incas 2-12 Jun Machu Picchu. £195 and target sponsorship £2600. Anna Gray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk Trek Peru 2005 23 Sep - 2 Oct Machu Picchu Experience the challenge of a lifetime and escape to a far off land for a real adventure. Come with us and trek along the Inca |
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Trail to the 'Lost City' of the Incas. www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/ polopoly.jsp?d=492 PORTUGAL Portugal Bike Ride 2005 - Reminisce football history in Lisbon and Seville or admire the diverse landscape and stunning views, past villages, castles and fortresses, pine forests, open roads and rugged forest hills.
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7-14 May Lisbon to Seville £195 and target fundraising £1800. Anna Gray Tel: 01259 728340 www.autism-in-scotland.org.uk SOUTH AFRICA Oct 30 - Nov 2, 2006 (note year) 2nd Congress on Autism Spectrum Disorders Copyright 2005, Lenny Schafer |
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