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Thursday evening is better for me. If we did it Monday, I'd have to meet you all after 6:30. Either way, I'd like to get out with y'all.

Mary

.From: "Cindy (Cyd)"
To: BCautism@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [BCautism] Mom's night out
Date: Sat, 28 Feb 2009 17:27:52 -0000

OK - I think we all need a night out - Any ideas for a good time?
Heather works on Friday and Saturday nights - (I think that's what she
said). I may be able to swing a Monday or Thursday night if Ed is
home that night (otherwise I would have to come out after 9:30).

What are other thoughts??

Cyd

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From: "Cindy (Cyd)" <cyd.deane@...>
Date: Sat Feb 28, 2009 5:27 pm
Subject: Mom's night out

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OK - I think we all need a night out - Any ideas for a good time?
Heather works on Friday and Saturday nights - (I think that's what she
said).  I may be able to swing a Monday or Thursday night if Ed is
home that night (otherwise I would have to come out after 9:30).

What are other thoughts??

Cyd

#1337

From: "Cindy (Cyd)" <cyd.deane@...>
Date: Sat Feb 28, 2009 5:25 pm
Subject: Re: meditation question for you all

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YES, YES , YES!!  :-)

Cyd


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From: "kpuzzuoli" <kpuzzo@...>
Date: Sat Feb 28, 2009 1:01 pm
Subject: I would!

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I really liked the presentation on meditation.

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From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Fri Feb 27, 2009 12:21 pm
Subject: meditation question for you all

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How many of you would be interested in attending meditation class for the parents if we could get childcare for your kids?

Let me know.

Mary Connors

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From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Fri Feb 27, 2009 12:17 pm
Subject: Fw: Charities / Boosters and Poker

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From: "Vince Heller"
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Subject: Charities / Boosters and Poker
Date: Thu, 26 Feb 2009 21:24:12 -0500

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Hey all. I hope all is well with you and yours.

Just a quick bit of news.

My long-time friend is�creating his own poker�supply company / poker room�and I will be running it for him. We�are aiming�to launch April 20th.

What we are looking to do is make some money for any non-profit organizations�that may be interested in being involved.

�

If you are involved with or know of any non-profit organization, PTO, high school booster club, Autism society�and so on... and they may be interested please get back with me.�The�organization simply needs to prove they are non-profit (501 type,�having bi-laws, Articles of Incorporation) to the city upon submitting the forms etc.

�

*Also, we will look to run as many tables as possible each night, especially tournaments, so if you like playing cards I will hope to see you at the tables!

** If your love is dealing the cards, dealers are paid cash each night - let me know about that as well, or let someone know that may be interested.

�

I'll keep this particular email short and can get into much greater detail (how many days you are allowed by law, training you etc...) of course upon interest.

Thanks so much in advance for getting back with me, and passing this on to anyone this may apply to. Even�if it doesn't apply to you and�I haven't seen you in a while - let me know how you are doing!

�

Take care all, see you soon!
Vince Heller

#1333

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Thu Feb 26, 2009 4:38 pm
Subject: Fw: All Kids Can! Recreation Expo - March 7th, 2009

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FYI

Mary

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Subject: All Kids Can! Recreation Expo - March 7th, 2009
Date: Thu, 26 Feb 2009 14:46:27 +0000

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Recreation Expo

Saturday, March 7, 2009

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan

601 West Maple St.

Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Welcoming children of all abilities!

Here comes summer! Don't miss the ball; be the star player and make plans for your child's summer activities early. Run to the Rec Expo to see what area camps and recreation programs have to offer for fun and fitness programs, designed for kids of all ages and abilities.

Expo admission is free! Activities for the kids!

For more information call 269-345-8950

Door prizes and scholarships will be given away!

Sponsored by: Parent to Parent of SW MI, Kalamazoo WRAPS, Family Support Advisory Council, Community Advocates, The Arcadia Institute

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#1332

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Thu Feb 19, 2009 5:10 pm
Subject: Fw: P2P Common Bond Newsletter - February 2009

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http://www.p2pswmi.org/newsletter/archive/02-2009.pdf

This newsletter has the Parent to Parent Rec Expo info in it.

Mary

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Subject: P2P Common Bond Newsletter - February 2009
Date: Mon, 16 Feb 2009 15:07:23 +0000

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Hello,

Below is a link for our February newsletter. Please feel free to contact us with any comments or questions.

Thank you,

Parent to Parent of SW MI

406 E. Michigan Ave.

Kalamazoo, MI 49007

268-345-8950

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#1331

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Sat Feb 14, 2009 2:17 pm
Subject: poem

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We shared a wonderful experience this morning,

My son and I

We walked together as the sun rose behind the clouds

We walked in the snow.

The snow fell with discipline, straight down

With no wind to dictate to it

Where it's new resting place would be.

I pointed out the sounds of birds chirping and whistling,

The cars and trucks on the highway in the distance.

We slid in the freshly made car tracks, like cross-country skiing!

He learned how to slide in the slippery tracks.

We walked quite a distance, for at each intersection I'd ask,

Which way do you want to go, this way or that way?

He'd point further and further away from home.

It was quiet and fun. We were very happy together....

Until he had to go pee and we had to run home

As fast as we could!!! Of course he'd have to pee when

We were the furthest from home we could possibly be.

Still, it was a wonderful experience, he following in my footsteps

Reminding me when I was a child. I used to step into my mother's

Footsteps while walking behind her in the snow.

Alas, we made it home, no damage done.

Mary

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From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Sat Feb 14, 2009 11:09 am
Subject: Fw: Autism Awareness

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Subject: Autism Awareness
Date: Fri, 13 Feb 2009 13:42:11 -0500 (EST)

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Hi,
    My name is D.J. Svoboda. I am an Autistic artist. I have just drawn a new
picture in honor of Autism Awareness. We are selling the beautiful 11x14 print
for $50.00. Normally the picture would sell for $75.00($5.00 per letter) but
because it is a print it is only $50.00. A portion of all I make from selling
the print will be donated to various Autism organizations in honor of Autism
Awareness month. You can learn more about my art and my mission for acceptance
for those with Autism by visiting my website @ www.MyImagiville.com. Thank you
and have a great blessed day.
                                                        D.J. Svoboda

#1329

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Sat Feb 14, 2009 11:13 am
Subject: Fw: FYI

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Robert Griffith, Psy.D. Griffith, Psy.D."
To: wooddoug@..., vinceheller@..., itsmary@..., elizabeth.coss@..., Tina , tcnorth131@..., fourpropers@..., hoogenboom564@..., arlynette@..., cjwhitfield@..., jean376@..., kkotts@...
Subject: FYI
Date: Sat, 14 Feb 2009 04:55:51 +0000

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A link to the Times article, explaining the State Insurance Children's Health Program (SICHP)

includes mental health treatment for kids by way of parity law passed in 2008.�

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/02/05/us/politics/05health.html

Here is the White House Memorandum link:

http://www.whitehouse.gov/the_press_office/PresidentialMemorandumStateChildrensHealthInsuranceProgram/

Robert

Robert Griffith, Psy.D.�

Licensed Psychologist 137 N. Park�

Barrister Building�

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007�

http://www.psyris.com/drgriffith

Date: Wed, 11 Feb 2009 06:05:39 -0800
From: wooddoug@...
Subject: autism society
To: vinceheller@...; itsmary@...; elizabeth.coss@...; drrobertgriffith@...; tinarobbins2003@...; tcnorth131@...; fourpropers@...; hoogenboom564@...; arlynette@...; cjwhitfield@...; jean376@...; kkotts@...

We had a GREAT meeting last night.� We had good attendance and a well rounded room discussion.� I� think the parents that attended really enjoyed the meeting and got some useful information.

Our next board meeting is Feb. 24, 2009.� If you want something added to the agenda please let me know.� We will be discussing board elections at that meeting.� I will be making ballots after that meeting so we can mail them out to our members.� I am hoping that you will know at that meeting whether you plan to run for election again or not.� Also we will be voting for� officers so if you want one of the following positions I will need to know that also.� Also if you know someone interested in getting on our board please have them attend the meeting in March.�� The new board will take over in May.
President
Vice President
Secretary
Treasurer
Chairman of the Board

Our walk is coming up.� One of the things we are working on is gathering brochures and information from agencies that service children with autism.� We need at least 200 brochures from each place.� If there is a place that you go to and is willing to give the brochures please let Kai know.� Her e-mail is kkotts@....� She is working on this.� Also if there is a place that you think would be good to put in our bags - send her the info. Our goody bags this year will contain information as well as prizes and treats.

We have another general meeting on March 10th.� We will be talking about Adult Issues.

Ken and I will be going to the Nationals meeting on March 22nd.� We will find out more information about the chapter restructure there.� We will keep you updated on that.� Ken is going to participate in the teleconference before that.� I think that is just a basic overview of what was said at the last meeting and planning details for the upcoming meeting in March.

Any comments or questions - send me an e-mail.

Thanks
Trina

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#1328

From: Teresa Durham <tdurham42@...>
Date: Thu Feb 12, 2009 1:27 am
Subject: Re: Education advocates

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Hi,

Each district has a Parent Advocate that works with the ISD staff. I am the advocate for Lakeview School district. My apologies for not replying right away.

Teresa Durham

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Subject: [BCautism] Education advocates
To: BCautism@yahoogroups.com
Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2009, 9:27 AM

I've been told that when you have an issue with the school district and want help to deal with it, you can get an "advocate."

Can anyone tell me more about how this system works? Whom do you call to get an advocate?

Thanks!

#1327

From: "Porter, Shannon" <porters@...>
Date: Wed Feb 11, 2009 6:20 pm
Subject: ASD Parent Support Group

porters@...

I VERY MUCH apologize for this just now going out. I have had a very nutty week so far! Summit Pointe will be providing an overview of services for families at this group.

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408 Jameson Street

Battle Creek, MI 49014

269.964.2136 Ext. 231

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#1326

From: "Gillett, Tresia" <GillettT@...>
Date: Wed Feb 11, 2009 2:56 pm
Subject: RE: Education advocates

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Your child's teacher should be able to provide you with that information. The program supervisor would also be able to provide you with that information. Tresia

From: BCautism@yahoogroups.com [BCautism@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of kpuzzuoli [kpuzzo@...]
Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2009 9:27 AM
To: BCautism@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [BCautism] Education advocates

I've been told that when you have an issue with the school district and want help to deal with it, you can get an "advocate."

Can anyone tell me more about how this system works? Whom do you call to get an advocate?

Thanks!

#1325

From: "kpuzzuoli" <kpuzzo@...>
Date: Tue Feb 10, 2009 2:27 pm
Subject: Education advocates

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#1324

From: "opgwlyjmrwur" <opgwlyjmrwur@...>
Date: Tue Feb 3, 2009 10:37 am
Subject: Diagnosing Autism - What Steps To Take

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Most children with autism are diagnosed at or before age three. There
are times when it is obvious that there might be a problem, and other
times things can go unnoticed. Children with classic autism have
signs and symptoms that are rather obvious. However, those with
higher functioning forms like Asperger's may not show signs that are
not so easy to pick up on. No matter why type of function these
children have, there are some things that are used in diagnosing
autism that will be noticed in all children. Parents with concerns
should see a doctor for proper diagnosis.
Parents are the first step in diagnosis, but doctors may notice
problems before a parent. There are many signs they can see as early
as age one. A child with autism will be slow to speak or communicate,
if they do so at all. They may be over stimulated or under stimulated
by noises and actions. They may play alone, and they may also use
repetitive motions. Some children might also be super sensitive to
touch, and may cry out when held. Others may have tantrums that seem
to come from things that other children handle well. Sometimes the
smallest change in daily routine can trigger a tantrum. They might
also ignore others, and cannot seem to maintain eye contact with
anyone they don't know. Many have problems with delayed motor skills,
and might appear to be very clumsy....

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/autismnvc

#1323

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Mon Feb 2, 2009 9:27 pm
Subject: Fw: newsletter/ASA

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Doug Wood"
To: "Vince Heller" , "'Carey Whitfield'" , "Mary Connors" , "'Jean Steele'" , kkotts@..., "The Propers" , "Elizabeth coss" , "Robert Griffith" , "Tina Northrup" , "Tina Tipton" , "Arlene Wright"
Subject: newsletter
Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 06:52:34 -0800 (PST)

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Here is the newsletter that was mailed out today. It did not get mailed to board members.

Feel free to print this off and share with anyone interested. If you would like a copy mailed to you, contact Ken and he can put one in the mail.

Thanks
Trina

#1322

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Wed Jan 21, 2009 4:23 pm
Subject: Bob Brown's contact info

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For further inquiries with Bob regarding meditation questions, his phone is 1-517-852-4198

His website is www.Sokukoji.org. It has a map there for directions to the Wed evening class.

Take care,

Mary

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From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Wed Jan 21, 2009 12:15 pm
Subject: Fw: 2nd Annual Bowling Tournament

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Doug Wood"
To: "Karrie Kemery" , "'Carey Whitfield'" , "Ken and Carol Hoogenboom" , "Mary Connors" , "The Propers" , "Robert Griffith" , "Vince Heller" , kkotts@..., "Tina Northrup" , "'Jean Steele'" , "Arlene Wright" , "Elizabeth coss"
Subject: Fw: 2nd Annual Bowling Tournament
Date: Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:26:59 -0800 (PST)

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--- On Tue, 1/20/09, Linda Britton <lbgregorynewell@...> wrote:

From: Linda Britton <lbgregorynewell@...>
Subject: 2nd Annual Bowling Tournament
To: wooddoug@..., CARMENATCRSTWN@..., "'Carl Frederick'" <carl.frederick@...>, guin.brady@..., psmith@..., "'Lindsey Freng'" <lindsey@...>, tbettinger@...
Date: Tuesday, January 20, 2009, 2:36 PM

IT�S TIME � RACE FOR KIDS SAKE - 2^nd ANNUAL BOWLING TOURNAMENT!

Mark your Calendar � March 21, 2009 Continental Lanes, In Front of Wing Stadium.

All proceeds this year will go to Autism Awareness.

Please join us and Sponsor a Lane, Bring a Team to Bowl or do both and learn more about Autism on how and where the funds will go.

I have attached the flyer for the event, please make copies and pass along to others. The application will be posted on website shortly www.raceforkidssake.com

Thank you,

Linda

Linda S Britton, Chair and Secretary

Race For Kids Sake Bowling Tournament

Linda S Britton, CPSR, CISR, CPIW, DAE

Gregory-Newell Insurance

P O Box 99

Mattawan, Michigan 49071

(269) 668-4561 Fax: (269) 668-2081

E-Mail: lbgregorynewell@...

#1320

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Tue Jan 20, 2009 11:00 am
Subject: Hi From Mary Connors regarding meditation

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I wanted to let you know that Bob Brown will be coming to the Battle Creek support group tonight, Tuesday at the Doris Claussen Developmental Center (408 Jamison) at 6pm. He's only going to speak for 15-20 minutes, unless there is a lot of interest and questions. If you'd like to come, you are more than welcome. They do provide childcare as well. They hold the childcare in the therapy room which is SOOO cool! The kids love it. Shannon Porter runs this group and her number for childcare is 269-964-2136 ext. 231.

For those of you not privy, I would like to start a meditation class for special needs people. If young children are involved, the parents would need to sit with their kids. It would be held at Community Inclusive Recreation Art Center in Battle Creek for one half hour, once a week. We are trying to figure out a good time that's best for all to meet. Weekday evenings? Weekends? Bob Brown runs a Buddhist meditation class Wed evenings in BC, however, this class has a non-theistic theme. People of all faiths can come to this and benefit from it. It is simply a tool that can be used for those that may need help calming their busy minds or to help them better focus. It may be good for some, and not for all, but worth a try.

You can check out his website at www.Sokukoji.org. If you are interested, please come to the BC support group tonight. Otherwise, you can call me at 269-665-4620 if you need more info. Bob's contact info is at his website.

Hope to see you tonight!

Mary Connors

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From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Sun Jan 18, 2009 1:51 pm
Subject: Can I invite...

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Would you all mind if I invited Bob Brown to come and speak at our next meeting for 10-15 minutes about the meditation class we'd like to do?

Mary

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From: "Porter, Shannon" <porters@...>
Date: Thu Jan 15, 2009 3:54 pm
Subject: FW: Wonderful resources from the NAS website

porters@...

http://www.think-differently.org.uk/awareness/Understand%20autism/Anti-bullying%20film/Part%201.aspx

I wanted to pass along these clips that were sent to me.

From: ASD Planning Workgroup [mailto:MDOE_SE-ASD@...] On Behalf Of gammicca
Sent: Wednesday, January 14, 2009 2:45 PM
To: MDOE_SE-ASD@...
Subject: Wonderful resources from the NAS website

I wanted to offer these as a resource to folks so that others can see how individuals with ASD may react to situations. After these clips there are also interviews with individuals discussing their personal experiences. These are very powerful and can be used as educational tools for eduational and awareness programs.

Please feel free to pass these on and vist the NAS website and review their "Think Differently About Autism" campaign.

Carolyn

Anti-Bullying Film:

Situation at train station:

http://www.think-differently.org.uk/awareness/home.aspx

Series of four films with different social situations:

http://www.think-differently.org.uk/Awareness/Understand%20autism/Autism%20in%20film/Part%201.aspx

#1317

From: "Porter, Shannon" <porters@...>
Date: Thu Jan 15, 2009 3:11 pm
Subject: FW: Bill Nason - Autism Society

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Just a reminder about this opportunity this weekend, I have seen Bill Nason before and he is an excellent speaker!!!

From: Doug Wood [mailto:wooddoug@...]
Sent: Wednesday, January 07, 2009 9:05 AM
To: Candi; Jayne Weaver; Aric Bostwick; Arlene Wright; 'Jean Steele'; Michelle Miller; Todd Adams; Brenda Gagie; Mary Connors; Tina Northrup; David F Gerhard; Elizabeth coss; kkotts@...; Frank X. Silva; Tina Robbins; Tina Tipton; betty schimmel; Mary Holtapp; Joanne Walters; Julie Wilson; Laura Wolfe; Nancy Zyzelewski; Lyn Nash; Porter, Shannon; Tammy Patterson; Robert Griffith; Karen Soule; Alicia Walbridge; Vince Heller
Subject: Bill Nason - Autism Society

The Kalamazoo Battle Creek Chapter is hosting an event on Saturday January 17th at the Gilmore Center in downtown Kalamazoo.

Bill Nason will be speaking on Emotional Aspects of Autism and Boundary Setting. He is a psychologist who works with severe behavioral challenges in individuals with developmental disabilities. He has over 25 years experience. He came and spoke last year about the Fragile World on the Spectrum. He is an awesome speaker with excellent insight.

Details include:

Saturday January 17, 2008
9:00am-4:00pm
10.00 registration fee
Lunch Included ( if pre-registered)
Registratiolns needed by January 15th!
Registrations can be done on the morning of the event - lunch will be on your own.

If you would like to attend or would like more information please contact Ken Hoogenboom for a registration form. He can e-mail one to you.
HOOGENBOOM564@... or by phone at 269-668-5111

There will also be an informal dinner with Bill on January 16th at Burdicks. There we will have a round table general discussion about autism. Dinner is at your own expense.

Please share this information with interested parties.

Thank you,
Trina Wood
President
Autism Society of America
Kalamazoo Battle Creek Chapter

#1316

From: "dsrurrre" <dsrurrre@...>
Date: Mon Jan 12, 2009 1:15 pm
Subject: I want to meet you. Give me a chance!

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I want to meet you. Give me a chance! Click here to chat with me online:
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#1315

From: "Mary Connors" <itsmary@...>
Date: Wed Jan 7, 2009 9:22 pm
Subject: Fw: Bill Nason - Autism Society

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----- Original Message -----
From: "Doug Wood"
To: Candi , "Jayne Weaver" , "Aric Bostwick" , "Arlene Wright" , "'Jean Steele'" , "Michelle Miller" , "Todd Adams" , "Brenda Gagie" , "Mary Connors" , "Tina Northrup" , "David F Gerhard" , "Elizabeth coss" , kkotts@..., "Frank X. Silva" , "Tina Robbins" , "Tina Tipton" , "betty schimmel" , "Mary Holtapp" , "Joanne Walters" , "Julie Wilson" , "Laura Wolfe" , "Nancy Zyzelewski" , "Lyn Nash" , "Shannon Porter" , "Tammy Patterson" , "Robert Griffith" , "Karen Soule" , "Alicia Walbridge" , "Vince Heller"
Subject: Bill Nason - Autism Society
Date: Wed, 7 Jan 2009 06:05:01 -0800 (PST)

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#1314

From: "kpuzzuoli" <kpuzzo@...>
Date: Wed Jan 7, 2009 2:36 pm
Subject: ASD Support Group 1/20/09

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(Shannon, I hope you don't mind me reposting this)

The Autism SpectrumDisorder Support group

will meet on Tuesday, January 20^th
at Doris Klaussen Developmental Center
from 6:00 to 7:30 pm.

All adults who are interested in obtaining information,education and support regarding this disorder are welcome to attend. The support group is designed to assist parents with children diagnosed with this disorder. For additional information and to RSVP, please call Shannon at 964-2136, ext 231. The group is sponsored by the CISD School Social Workers.

We will have childcare set up for the meeting. Please RSVP to let me know how many childrenwe will need to plan for.

It is VERY IMPORTANT that you RSVP to Shannon Porter @ 964-2136 extension231 or porters@..., by Monday,January 19^th , if this service is needed!

#1313

From: "Porter, Shannon" <porters@...>
Date: Mon Jan 5, 2009 6:17 pm
Subject: ASD Parent Support Group invite

porters@...

Please distribute to all who may be interested.

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Shannon L. Porter

School Social Worker

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#1312

From: "opgwlyjmrwur" <opgwlyjmrwur@...>
Date: Mon Dec 22, 2008 11:09 am
Subject: Diagnosing Autism - What Steps To Take

opgwlyjmrwur

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Most children with autism are diagnosed at or before age three. There
are times when it is obvious that there might be a problem, and other
times things can go unnoticed. Children with classic autism have
signs and symptoms that are rather obvious. However, those with
higher functioning forms like Asperger's may not show signs that are
not so easy to pick up on. No matter why type of function these
children have, there are some things that are used in diagnosing
autism that will be noticed in all children. Parents with concerns
should see a doctor for proper diagnosis.
Parents are the first step in diagnosis, but doctors may notice
problems before a parent. There are many signs they can see as early
as age one. A child with autism will be slow to speak or communicate,
if they do so at all. They may be over stimulated or under stimulated
by noises and actions. They may play alone, and they may also use
repetitive motions. Some children might also be super sensitive to
touch, and may cry out when held. Others may have tantrums that seem
to come from things that other children handle well. Sometimes the
smallest change in daily routine can trigger a tantrum. They might
also ignore others, and cannot seem to maintain eye contact with
anyone they don't know. Many have problems with delayed motor skills,
and might appear to be very clumsy....

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/autismnvc

#1311

From: Teresa Durham <tdurham42@...>
Date: Sat Dec 13, 2008 9:29 pm
Subject: RE: looking for suggestions

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Heather,

Dr. Mark Sloane in Kalamazoo is also a recommendation. His number is 373-1170.

Teresa

--- On Thu, 12/11/08, Porter, Shannon <porters@...> wrote:

From: Porter, Shannon <porters@...>
Subject: RE: [BCautism] looking for suggestions
To: BCautism@yahoogroups.com
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2008, 12:43 PM

Randy Haugen at Battle Creek Counseling Associates is awesome. I have also heard that Kristen Tenny-Blackwell (not sure of the spelling) out at Oaklawn Psychiatric Services ( I believe this is where she is�someone correct me if I am wrong) is very good.

From: BCautism@yahoogroup s.com [mailto:BCautism@ yahoogroups. com] On Behalf Of heather wheaton
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2008 10:31 AM
To: bcautism
Subject: [BCautism] looking for suggestions

Does anyone know of a good behavioral therapist? I am unfortunately at my wits end with my son (who is 4 and not diagnosed, but undoubtable on the spectrum). His behavior has become unmanagable and I am out of ideas. He has irrational fears of normal things, throws tantrums anytime he is told no, is becoming violent to himself and others, is not able to calm himself (nor are the typical OT methods working). It kills me to ask for assistance b/c I think I should just be able to handle a child, but he is very headstrong.. .for example he refused to use his arm for over a month, we went to drs, had xrays and an mri done...end result: nothing was wrong. He was just choosing not to use it. Now he has a great disdain for the way we have changed the living room furniture around for Xmas. He refuses to come in the living room and if he has to go through the room (which is often since it is right off the front door) he insists on running or being carried and covering his eyes. He doesn't seem to be having problems at other locations with Christmas and he won't tell me if there is something in particular he dislikes. He just cries,screams, tantrums, etc. I do expect some tantrums, but they are becoming excessive. It doesn't appear to be food related. He is also anxious quite a bit-which is fairly new. I hestiate to use meds on my kids (complete last resort), so I am hoping that we can manage these things without them and help him out of this stage...anybody know anyone good???

heather

#1310

From: "Bagley, Shelly" <bagleys@...>
Date: Thu Dec 11, 2008 6:22 pm
Subject: FW: looking for suggestions

dwaynebagley

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Shelly Bagley

From: Bagley, Shelly
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2008 1:22 PM
To: 'Heather Wheaton'
Subject: RE: [BCautism] looking for suggestions

Heather, I’m sorry to hear that things are so difficult right now!! I respect that you have the wisdom and strength to ask for help. Kristen Tenney-Blackwell is in private practice in Marshall, and there are some others at Oaklawn that families I know have seen. Conni Lutes has a private practice in Kalamazoo as well and if she doesn’t have spots, maybe she knows someone who does.

I hope things calm down soon for all of you.

Shelly Bagley

From: BCautism@yahoogroups.com [mailto:BCautism@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Porter, Shannon
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2008 12:44 PM
To: BCautism@yahoogroups.com
Subject: RE: [BCautism] looking for suggestions

Randy Haugen at Battle Creek Counseling Associates is awesome. I have also heard that Kristen Tenny-Blackwell (not sure of the spelling) out at Oaklawn Psychiatric Services ( I believe this is where she is…someone correct me if I am wrong) is very good.

From: BCautism@yahoogroups.com [mailto:BCautism@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of heather wheaton
Sent: Thursday, December 11, 2008 10:31 AM
To: bcautism
Subject: [BCautism] looking for suggestions

Does anyone know of a good behavioral therapist? I am unfortunately at my wits end with my son (who is 4 and not diagnosed, but undoubtable on the spectrum). His behavior has become unmanagable and I am out of ideas. He has irrational fears of normal things, throws tantrums anytime he is told no, is becoming violent to himself and others, is not able to calm himself (nor are the typical OT methods working). It kills me to ask for assistance b/c I think I should just be able to handle a child, but he is very headstrong...for example he refused to use his arm for over a month, we went to drs, had xrays and an mri done...end result: nothing was wrong. He was just choosing not to use it. Now he has a great disdain for the way we have changed the living room furniture around for Xmas. He refuses to come in the living room and if he has to go through the room (which is often since it is right off the front door) he insists on running or being carried and covering his eyes. He doesn't seem to be having problems at other locations with Christmas and he won't tell me if there is something in particular he dislikes. He just cries,screams, tantrums, etc. I do expect some tantrums, but they are becoming excessive. It doesn't appear to be food related. He is also anxious quite a bit-which is fairly new. I hestiate to use meds on my kids (complete last resort), so I am hoping that we can manage these things without them and help him out of this stage...anybody know anyone good???

heather