Like most mothers, Jill Tappert searched for treatment plans -- anything that would help her daughter live as normal a life as possible. Today, Abby is quite capable of having a conversation at the lunch table. She even has an extensive dinosaur collection that she loves to line up and name off. Her mother credits Abby's remarkable progress to a treatment plan called Applied Behavior Analysis or ABA. The only problem with the plan was it wasn't covered by
their insurance company and it wasn't cheap. In fact, two years of treatment cost the family about $110,000. But, Jill Tappert didn't give up. She launched appeal after appeal and finally called in a lawyer. Last week, an arbiter sided with the Tapperts and awarded them $110,000. It was an important decision for the Tapperts and other families of autistic children across the U.S. "I do think it sets a precedent for some families, families that have a PPO policy with Anthem including other states. (They) will be able to look at the ruling and go Anthem's policy is flawed. ABA is the standard of care in treating autism," said Tappert. But, Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield said not so fast. In a statement
the company said: "This decision is not a broad-based declaration that ABA therapy is 'medically necessary' in all cases. To what extent this type of therapy should be covered...should be made by legislators and/or the division of insurance." The ruling's implication is still unknown but the Tapperts said it's a step in the right direction. Anthem said several insurance companies do not currently provide ABA coverage. They said if a family would like to make a claim for ABA coverage they will evaluate them on a case-by-case basis. Family Voices of Colorado helps families with the appeals and filing process. You can contact them at 1-800-881-8272 or via the Web at familyvoicesco.org
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You can mail me a check made out to Hop, Skip and a Jump - you can send it to me at: PO Box 504, Flagtown, NJ 08821.
I am not sure about vendor space yet, if I do have room I will let you know.
Tina
From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Jessica Dale Sent: Friday, November 30, 2007 2:23 PM To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] GET TICKETS NOW FOR OUR FUNDRAISER FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS - Mr. Ray Performs at 11 am - Sat. Jan. 5, 2008
Hi Tina,
I am interested in 2 tickets...what do I need to do?
Also, are you still taking vendors for this event?
Tina Rear <tina@caretosharenj.com> wrote:
IF YOU NEED TICKETS AND CANNOT GET TO ONE OF THE LOCATIONS I WILL BE HAPPY TO SEND YOU TICKETS BY MAIL. PLEASE CONTACT ME TO ORDER YOUR TICKETS.
PURCHASE TICKETS AT:
Learning Express Toy Store - 315 RTE 206, Hillsborough- (908) 431-7869 - (10% off your toy purchases on Dec. 4-6)
Hop, Skip & a Jump - 587 Foothill Rd, Bridgewater
Care-to-Share Support meetings and events
or email tina@caretosharenj.com for further ticket sales
Hop, Skip & a Jump is proud to sponsorCare-to-Share Support Network
in our firstcollaborative fund-raising event!
Join us in a funfilled day featuringMR.RAY show at 11 am
Saturday, January 5, 2008 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Church & Parish Center - 34 Yorktown Road - Borough of Millstone - Hillsborough, NJ. 08844
Additional performances by many of our community’s very talented children’s performers!
Drumming Circles by SharonSilverstein of Living At Peace
Back Into Nature, Inc. - Mr. Dave - snakes, frogs, insects and more!
Fabulous Face Painting byTammy Cedar of Fantasy Faces
VENDORS, GAMES, SNACKS & MORE!
SEATING IS LIMITED – TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE
Tickets are $10.00 per person (carried infants free)
*NO Strollers inside the venue unless medically necessary
Proceeds will go toward the continuing services these two entities provide to families ofchildren with special needs through support systems and special programs. Visit our websites at:www.caretosharenj.comAND www.hopskipandjumpintofun.com
I am interested in 2 tickets...what do I need to do?
Also, are you still taking vendors for this event?
Tina Rear <tina@...> wrote:
IF YOU NEED TICKETS AND CANNOT GET TO ONE OF THE LOCATIONS I WILL BE HAPPY TO SEND YOU TICKETS BY MAIL. PLEASE CONTACT ME TO ORDER YOUR TICKETS.
PURCHASE TICKETS AT:
Learning Express Toy Store - 315 RTE 206, Hillsborough- (908) 431-7869 - (10% off your toy purchases on Dec. 4-6)
Hop, Skip & a Jump - 587 Foothill Rd, Bridgewater
Care-to-Share Support meetings and events
or email tina@...
for further ticket sales
Hop, Skip & a Jump is proud to sponsorCare-to-Share Support Network
in our firstcollaborative fund-raising event!
Join us in a funfilled day featuringMR.RAY show at 11 am
Saturday, January 5, 2008 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Church & Parish Center - 34 Yorktown Road - Borough of Millstone -
Hillsborough, NJ. 08844
Additional performances by many of our community’s very talented children’s performers!
Drumming Circles by SharonSilverstein of Living At Peace
Back Into Nature, Inc. - Mr. Dave - snakes, frogs, insects and more!
Fabulous Face Painting byTammy Cedar of Fantasy Faces
VENDORS, GAMES, SNACKS & MORE!
SEATING IS LIMITED – TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE
Tickets are $10.00 per person (carried infants free)
*NO Strollers inside the venue unless medically necessary
Proceeds will go toward the continuing services these two entities provide to families ofchildren with special needs through support systems and special programs. Visit our websites at:www.caretosharenj.comAND www.hopskipandjumpintofun.com
IF YOU NEED TICKETS AND CANNOT GET TO ONE OF THE LOCATIONS I WILL BE HAPPY TO SEND YOU TICKETS BY MAIL. PLEASE CONTACT ME TO ORDER YOUR TICKETS.
PURCHASE TICKETS AT:
Learning Express Toy Store - 315 RTE 206, Hillsborough- (908) 431-7869 - (10% off your toy purchases on Dec. 4-6)
Hop, Skip & a Jump - 587 Foothill Rd, Bridgewater
Care-to-Share Support meetings and events
or email tina@...
for further ticket sales Hop, Skip & a Jump is proud to sponsorCare-to-Share Support Network
in our firstcollaborative fund-raising event!
Join us in a funfilled day featuringMR.RAY show at 11 am
Saturday, January 5, 2008 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Church & Parish Center - 34 Yorktown Road - Borough of Millstone - Hillsborough, NJ. 08844
Additional performances by many of our community’s very talented children’s performers!
Drumming Circles by SharonSilverstein of Living At Peace
Back Into Nature, Inc. - Mr. Dave - snakes, frogs, insects and more!
Fabulous Face Painting byTammy Cedar of Fantasy Faces
VENDORS, GAMES, SNACKS & MORE!
SEATING IS LIMITED – TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE
Tickets are $10.00 per person (carried infants free)
*NO Strollers inside the venue unless medically necessary
Proceeds will go toward the continuing services these two entities provide to families ofchildren with special needs through support systems and special programs. Visit our websites at:www.caretosharenj.comAND www.hopskipandjumpintofun.com
IF YOU ARE REGISTERED TO ATTEND AND DO NOT THINK YOU CAN MAKE IT PLEASE EMAIL ME SO THAT WE CAN GIVE YOUR SPOT TO SOMEONE ELSE.
CARE-TO-SHARE SUPPORT NETWORK HOLIDAY PARTY
AT BORO KID ZONE!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, from 6 -8 pm
ASPECIAL NIGHT FOR SPECIAL FAMILIES
Boro Kid Zone is closing its doors to the public & opening them just for us!
Families, join us for a night of fun, crafts, food and some surprises too!
You can order food from a local pizzeria, directly from Boro Kid Zone when you arrive, (you must allow appropriate time in advance for delivery). Snacks & drinks are also available.
*If children are on a restricted diet, you may bring their food to the center.
IF YOU PLAN ON ORDERING FOOD THROUGH BORO KID ZONE,
PLEASE ARRIVE AT 6 PM TO PLACE YOUR ORDER
Boro Kid Zone
126 Stryker Lane
Building 24 (units 3 &4)
Hillsborough, NJ08844
908-904-0400
$12 per Child (walking toddlers & up)
Admission does not include cost of food
Register now, space is limited to the first 25 families.
We keep emailing and I feel like I should know who you are but don't based on your email address.
Do you know this doctor and any information about him?
Tina
From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of LaVieFree Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 12:19 PM To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] Help with a Neurologist
Dr. Topper, Morrisown, NJ
amykav@... wrote:
Hi Tina,
Emily sees Carlos Lastra at Saint Peter's, and we've been quite happy with him.
Amyh
-------------- Original message from "tinacaretoshare" <tina@caretosharenj.com>: --------------
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to
investigate some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Any ideas??
Thanks Tina
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You have a wonderful reputation-- just wanted to let you know and the rest of the group! I was hoping that you'd be able to service my son via E.I. but then heard that his father is sadly not setting any date (since August 2007) to have you begin.
If I can help in any way, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Hudson's mommy
cinnych <cinnych@...> wrote:
Hi Rachel... I saw your posting on the Care to Share listserve and thought
I should introduce myself. My name is Christine Horvath and I am a pediatric occupational therapist with an advanced masters degree. I am SIPT certified and have specialized in providing treatment from a sensory integrative approach for over 15 years. I have worked in hospitals, schools, and early intervention. I used to own a private clinic in Massachusetts before having to move back to the NJ area. I also have done numerous presentations to parent groups and school districts on various topics related to sensory integration. Currently I work part time at Somerset Children's Treatment Center in Bridgewater, NJ as well as do Early Intervention work and private contract work. Many of the parents on the listserve are or have been clients of mine so feel free to use them as references or if you would prefer I would me more than willing to share my resume. I would be more than happy to talk to you about your child as I
have plans to begin work down in the Brunswick area come the new year. If I am not able to help you for one reason or another, once I know a little bit more about your child I may be able to refer you to someone that can.
--- In Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com, "r4cats" <r4cats@...> wrote: > > Hi, does anyone have a recommendation for a pediatric occupational > therapist preferably in southern middlesex (near new brunswick) with > experience in sensory integration? Thanks! > > Rachel >
That is so weird... your email address comes up different below...
I thought you take Emily to another dr. in St. Peters?
Call me when you have a chance..
From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of amykav@... Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 4:41 PM To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: RE: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] Help with a Neurologist
Tina, it's me, AMY K., Emily's mom, your Hillsborough neighbor!!!!!! (Sorry for the typo in my name last time). Look at the email address, silly girl (amykav!!)
-------------- Original message from "Tina Rear" <tina@caretosharenj.com>: --------------
Hi
Thanks for the referral.
Can you tell me your name?
We keep emailing and I feel like I should know who you are but don't based on your email address.
Do you know this doctor and any information about him?
Tina
From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of LaVieFree Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 12:19 PM To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] Help with a Neurologist
Dr. Topper, Morrisown, NJ
amykav@... wrote:
Hi Tina,
Emily sees Carlos Lastra at Saint Peter's, and we've been quite happy with him.
Amyh
-------------- Original message from "tinacaretoshare" <tina@caretosharenj.com>: --------------
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to investigate some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Any ideas??
Thanks Tina
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Tina, it's me, AMY K., Emily's mom, your Hillsborough neighbor!!!!!! (Sorry for the typo in my name last time). Look at the email address, silly girl (amykav!!)
-------------- Original message from "Tina Rear" <tina@...>: --------------
Hi
Thanks for the referral.
Can you tell me your name?
We keep emailing and I feel like I should know who you are but don't based on your email address.
Do you know this doctor and any information about him?
Tina
From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of LaVieFree Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 12:19 PM To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] Help with a Neurologist
Dr. Topper, Morrisown, NJ
amykav@... wrote:
Hi Tina,
Emily sees Carlos Lastra at Saint Peter's, and we've been quite happy with him.
Amyh
-------------- Original message from "tinacaretoshare" <tina@caretosharenj.com>: --------------
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to investigate some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Any ideas??
Thanks Tina
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Hi Rachel... I saw your posting on the Care to Share listserve and
thought I should introduce myself. My name is Christine Horvath and
I am a pediatric occupational therapist with an advanced masters
degree. I am SIPT certified and have specialized in providing
treatment from a sensory integrative approach for over 15 years. I
have worked in hospitals, schools, and early intervention. I used to
own a private clinic in Massachusetts before having to move back to
the NJ area. I also have done numerous presentations to parent
groups and school districts on various topics related to sensory
integration. Currently I work part time at Somerset Children's
Treatment Center in Bridgewater, NJ as well as do Early Intervention
work and private contract work. Many of the parents on the listserve
are or have been clients of mine so feel free to use them as
references or if you would prefer I would me more than willing to
share my resume. I would be more than happy to talk to you about
your child as I have plans to begin work down in the Brunswick area
come the new year. If I am not able to help you for one reason or
another, once I know a little bit more about your child I may be able
to refer you to someone that can.
--- In Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com, "r4cats"
<r4cats@...> wrote:
>
> Hi, does anyone have a recommendation for a pediatric occupational
> therapist preferably in southern middlesex (near new brunswick)
with
> experience in sensory integration? Thanks!
>
> Rachel
>
We keep emailing and I feel like I should know who you are but don't based on your email address.
Do you know this doctor and any information about him?
Tina
From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of LaVieFree Sent: Thursday, November 29, 2007 12:19 PM To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] Help with a Neurologist
Dr. Topper, Morrisown, NJ
amykav@... wrote:
Hi Tina,
Emily sees Carlos Lastra at Saint Peter's, and we've been quite happy with him.
Amyh
-------------- Original message from "tinacaretoshare" <tina@caretosharenj.com>: --------------
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to investigate some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Any ideas??
Thanks Tina
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Emily sees Carlos Lastra at Saint Peter's, and we've been quite happy with him.
Amyh
-------------- Original message from "tinacaretoshare" <tina@caretosharenj.com>: --------------
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to investigate some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Any ideas??
Thanks Tina
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You can call Early Intervention of Middlesex County & they will be able to give you a list.
r4cats <r4cats@...> wrote:
Hi, does anyone have a recommendation for a pediatric occupational therapist preferably in southern middlesex (near new brunswick) with experience in sensory integration? Thanks!
Rachel
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Hi Tina, Joseph goes to Dr Mahalingam, RWJUH, New Brunswick, the office is at 97 Patterson St., on the corner, they have a great nurse practioner too, Bethany Hutchinson, she has been very helpful to us. Their phone number is 732-235-7875. Good Luck! Diane
tinacaretoshare <tina@...> wrote:
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to investigate some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Any ideas??
Thanks Tina
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Hi, does anyone have a recommendation for a pediatric occupational
therapist preferably in southern middlesex (near new brunswick) with
experience in sensory integration? Thanks!
Rachel
Emily sees Carlos Lastra at Saint Peter's, and we've been quite happy with him.
Amyh
-------------- Original message from "tinacaretoshare" <tina@...>: --------------
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to investigate some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Hi Everyone,
Kyle is having some wierd fight or flight responses lately and we think
he needs to see a neurologist. His pupils are dialated and he is
telling us he is hot and it seems his heart is pounding..
We saw one when Kyle was 15 months but I am not confident that he will
do a work up on Kyle and not refer us to someone else. Unless that is
most appropriate but we are not sure who we should see?
We need someone who is thorough, will go the extra mile to investigate
some things, do tests and is kid friendly...
Any ideas??
Thanks
Tina
We've taken Tyler there too and I think
you're right about his daughter.
Plus, if you have a Kids Stuff book
there is a coupon in there for buy 1 pair,
get another pair for half price.
Kelly
-----Original Message-----
From: Hilary Downing <hilarydowning@...>
To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tue, 27 Nov 2007 10:53 am
Subject: Re: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] Shoes for kids???
Stan's Shoe Shack in Bound Brook.
Stan's Shoe Shack. 219 East Main Street Bound Brook,
NJ 08805 Phone: (732) 356-7554
They were helpful when my daughter was younger and
wore orthotics. They knew which sneakers and shoes
were lightweight, had good grip (not slippery), etc.
I think Stan's daughter might be a PT, but that's
going from my rusty memory.
-Hilary
> Has anyone found a good place to buy shoes for kids
> with special needs??? My son has inserts now, we
> will see if they work, we might need AFO's if they
> arent enough for him. He is 20 months old, and just
> starting to walk!!! It is so exciting!!! Our
> Physical Therapist will meet us at the shoe store,
> and help find the right type of shoes for him. I
> was wondering if anyone has bought shoes, and is
> there a place that anyone likes for kids shoes??
> Thanks Diane
>
>
>
>
> ---------------------------------
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From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Diane Lang-LaMorticella Sent: Tuesday, November 27, 2007 10:45 AM To: care-to-sharesupportnetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] Shoes for kids???
Has anyone found a good place to buy shoes for kids with special needs??? My son has inserts now, we will see if they work, we might need AFO's if they arent enough for him. He is 20 months old, and just starting to walk!!! It is so exciting!!! Our Physical Therapist will meet us at the shoe store, and help find the right type of shoes for him. I was wondering if anyone has bought shoes, and is there a place that anyone likes for kids shoes?? Thanks Diane
Stan's Shoe Shack in Bound Brook.
Stan's Shoe Shack. 219 East Main Street Bound Brook,
NJ 08805 Phone: (732) 356-7554
They were helpful when my daughter was younger and
wore orthotics. They knew which sneakers and shoes
were lightweight, had good grip (not slippery), etc.
I think Stan's daughter might be a PT, but that's
going from my rusty memory.
-Hilary
> Has anyone found a good place to buy shoes for kids
> with special needs??? My son has inserts now, we
> will see if they work, we might need AFO's if they
> arent enough for him. He is 20 months old, and just
> starting to walk!!! It is so exciting!!! Our
> Physical Therapist will meet us at the shoe store,
> and help find the right type of shoes for him. I
> was wondering if anyone has bought shoes, and is
> there a place that anyone likes for kids shoes??
> Thanks Diane
>
>
>
>
> ---------------------------------
> Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your homepage.
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Has anyone found a good place to buy shoes for kids with special needs??? My son has inserts now, we will see if they work, we might need AFO's if they arent enough for him. He is 20 months old, and just starting to walk!!! It is so exciting!!! Our Physical Therapist will meet us at the shoe store, and help find the right type of shoes for him. I was wondering if anyone has bought shoes, and is there a place that anyone likes for kids shoes?? Thanks Diane
From: autism_in_hunterdon@yahoogroups.com [mailto:autism_in_hunterdon@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of pups1997 Sent: Monday, November 26, 2007 1:51 PM To: autism_in_hunterdon@yahoogroups.com Subject: [autism_in_hunterdon] Re: Autistic warrant parking placard
We received a handicap placard from NJDMV last year for my 6year old daughter with Autism. Our doctor filled out the form and wrote she has Autism and is unable to recognize the dangers of parking areas and cars. We got our placard within 6 business days with no problem.
--- In autism_in_hunterdon@yahoogroups.com, "Hilary" <hilarydowning@...> wrote: > > Autistic warrant parking placard Posted by the Asbury Park Press > <http://www.app.com/> on 11/26/07 > Handicapped parking placards allow people with physical disabilities > that impede mobility to park closer to their destinations, be it a > doctor's office, a supermarket, a store or a restaurant. Those who have > lost a limb, are sight-impaired or have a lung or cardiac condition > qualify, with a doctor's certification. > > But not all disabilities are obvious. An autistic child with a tendency > to dart off would be a lot safer if his or her parents could park closer > to their destinations. That's why Peter and Mary Ann Panariello of Brick > are pushing legislation to extend handicapped parking privileges to > people who transport children with autism, like their 7-year-old son, > Danny. > > State Sen. Andrew R. Ciesla, R-Ocean, has introduced legislation to > grant special parking insignias for automobiles used to transport the > developmentally disabled, including those with autism and other > neurological impairments. It should be passed and enacted into law. > > Unfortunately, the bill has been stuck in the Senate Transportation > Committee. It's not that complex an issue, and there is no immediate > financial impact. Chairman Nicholas J. Sacco, D-Bergen, should move > Ciesla's bill out of committee so it can be considered by the full > Senate before the current session ends. > > The Panariellos sought legislative help after their New York handicapped > placard from their years in Staten Island expired and the state Motor > Vehicle Commission wouldn't recognize autism as a qualifying disability. > The Panariellos aren't advocating for only their son. New Jersey has the > highest autism rate in the nation: one out of every 94 children. It's > even more prevalent among boys — one in every 60. > > The high incidence of autism in the state has given rise to one of the > few concerns about Ciesla's bill. Extending handicapped parking > privileges to more people could create a shortage of parking spaces for > the disabled. If that is deemed a legitimate problem, the state, with > the help of advocacy groups for the disabled, should conduct a census of > how many people require handicapped spaces. The number, as a percentage > of the driving public, could then be incorporated into local planning > requirements. > > This is not a matter of convenience, for the Panariellos or anyone > trying to live a normal life with a disability. It's a question of > safety. The Legislature has been receptive to requests to aid those with > autism, establishing a registry of autism diagnoses and adding money to > the state budget to help adults with autism. Expanding the handicapped > parking qualifications would extend that commitment. >
This is our last event of the year... The speaking engagements we hosted all year were free and many of our families have met at other places for play dates.
From: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of LaVieFree Sent: Sunday, November 25, 2007 1:35 PM To: Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Care-to-ShareSupportNetwork] REMINDER - CARE-TO-SHARE SUPPORT NETWORK HOLIDAY PARTY - Sat. Dec. 15 - 6-8 pm
any free events?
Tina Rear <tina@caretosharenj.com> wrote:
CARE-TO-SHARE SUPPORT NETWORK HOLIDAY PARTY
AT BORO KID ZONE!
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 15, from 6 -8 pm
ASPECIAL NIGHT FOR SPECIAL FAMILIES
Boro Kid Zone is closing its doors to the public & opening them just for us!
Families, join us for a night of fun, crafts, food and some surprises too!
You can order food from a local pizzeria, directly from Boro Kid Zone when you arrive, (you must allow appropriate time in advance for delivery). Snacks & drinks are also available.
*If children are on a restricted diet, you may bring their food to the center.
IF YOU PLAN ON ORDERING FOOD THROUGH BORO KID ZONE,
PLEASE ARRIVE AT 6 PM TO PLACE YOUR ORDER
Boro Kid Zone
126 Stryker Lane
Building 24 (units 3 &4)
Hillsborough, NJ08844
908-904-0400
$12 per Child (walking toddlers & up)
Admission does not include cost of food
Register now, space is limited to the first 25 families.
Boro Kid Zone is closing its doors to the public & opening them just for us!
Families, join us for a night of fun, crafts, food and some surprises too!
You can order food from a local pizzeria, directly from Boro Kid Zone when you arrive, (you must allow appropriate time in advance for delivery). Snacks & drinks are also
available.
*If children are on a restricted diet, you may bring their food to the center.
IF YOU PLAN ON ORDERING FOOD THROUGH BORO KID ZONE,
PLEASE ARRIVE AT 6 PM TO PLACE YOUR ORDER
Boro Kid Zone
126 Stryker Lane
Building 24 (units 3 &4)
Hillsborough, NJ08844
908-904-0400
$12 per Child (walking toddlers & up)
Admission does not include cost of food
Register now, space is limited to the first 25 families.
GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE AT LEARNING EXPRESS TOY STORE IN HILLSBOROUGH - 908-431-7869, HOP, SKIP AND A JUMP CLASSES OR BY EMAILING TINA REAR AT tina@...
Hop, Skip & a Jump is proud to sponsorCare-to-Share Support Network
in our firstcollaborative fund-raising event!
Join us in a funfilled day featuringMR.RAY show at 11 am
Saturday, January 5, 2008 from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
St. Joseph’s Church & Parish Center - 34 Yorktown Road - Borough of Millstone - Hillsborough, NJ. 08844
Additional performances by many of our community’s very talented children’s performers!
Drumming Circles by SharonSilverstein of Living in Peace
Back Into Nature, Inc. - Mr. Dave - snakes, frogs, insects and more!
Fabulous Face Painting byTammy Evans of Fantasy Faces
VENDORS, GAMES, SNACKS & MORE!
SEATING IS LIMITED – TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED IN ADVANCE
Tickets are $10.00 per person (carried infants free)
*NO Strollers inside the venue unless medically necessary
PURCHASE TICKETS AT:
Learning Express Toy Store - 315 RTE 206, Hillsborough
Hop, Skip & a Jump - 587 Foothill Rd, Bridgewater
Care-to-Share Support meetings and events
or email tina@... for further ticket sales
Proceeds will go toward the continuing services these two entities provide to families ofchildren with special needs through support systems and special programs. Visit our websites at:www.caretosharenj.comAND www.hopskipandjumpintofun.com
Boro Kid Zone is closing its doors to the public & opening them just for us!
Families, join us for a night of fun, crafts, food and some surprises too!
You can order food from a local pizzeria, directly from Boro Kid Zone when you arrive, (you must allow appropriate time in advance for delivery). Snacks & drinks are also available.
*If children are on a restricted diet, you may bring their food to the center.
IF YOU PLAN ON ORDERING FOOD THROUGH BORO KID ZONE,
PLEASE ARRIVE AT 6 PM TO PLACE YOUR ORDER
Boro Kid Zone
126 Stryker Lane
Building 24 (units 3 &4)
Hillsborough, NJ08844
908-904-0400
$12 per Child (walking toddlers & up)
Admission does not include cost of food
Register now, space is limited to the first 25 families.
I forgot to say - I have Aetna POS. They are in
network.
Eileen
--- Eileen Reilly-Horch <reillye@...> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Welcome to Bridgewater. I use Stephanie Levine of
> Somerset Pediatric Group. The group has an office
> in
> Bridgewater. I travel to the Bedminster office
> (which
> would be about 15-20 minutes away for you, vs. 10 or
> so for the Bridgewater office). She does not claim
> to
> be an expert on autism. She is great about writing
> whatever letter or prescription needs writing - for
> PT, OT, etc. They have 7 day a week sick
> appointments. It's a huge practice. Of course for
> sick appointments, you get who you get. You can ask
> for someone, but you are going to get who is working
> that day. When I approached her about a different
> vax
> schedule for my daughter, she was supportive, and
> has
> continued to be as we go. The staff in the
> Bedminster
> office is lovely as well.
>
> Again, welcome!
> Eileen
>
>
> --- Y Balaji <ynotbalaji@...> wrote:
>
> >
> > Hi Everyone
> >
> > Thanks for your valuable inputs on good school
> > districts. We are moving to Bridgewater on Dec
> 26th
> > from Dallas,TX and will be in the Vanderveer Farms
> > area. Our home school is Bradley Gardens Elem
> > School.
> >
> >
> > I will be looking for a pediatrician for our 5
> year
> > old son whose diagnosis is autism. He is otherwise
> a
> > healthy kid with no physical problems. Are there
> any
> > recommendations? We have Aetna PPO.
> >
> > Thanks and look forward to connecting with you!
> >
> > Happy Holidays!
> >
> > Sue
> >
> >
> > -
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
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> > http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
> >
>
>
>
>
>
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Hi,
Welcome to Bridgewater. I use Stephanie Levine of
Somerset Pediatric Group. The group has an office in
Bridgewater. I travel to the Bedminster office (which
would be about 15-20 minutes away for you, vs. 10 or
so for the Bridgewater office). She does not claim to
be an expert on autism. She is great about writing
whatever letter or prescription needs writing - for
PT, OT, etc. They have 7 day a week sick
appointments. It's a huge practice. Of course for
sick appointments, you get who you get. You can ask
for someone, but you are going to get who is working
that day. When I approached her about a different vax
schedule for my daughter, she was supportive, and has
continued to be as we go. The staff in the Bedminster
office is lovely as well.
Again, welcome!
Eileen
--- Y Balaji <ynotbalaji@...> wrote:
>
> Hi Everyone
>
> Thanks for your valuable inputs on good school
> districts. We are moving to Bridgewater on Dec 26th
> from Dallas,TX and will be in the Vanderveer Farms
> area. Our home school is Bradley Gardens Elem
> School.
>
>
> I will be looking for a pediatrician for our 5 year
> old son whose diagnosis is autism. He is otherwise a
> healthy kid with no physical problems. Are there any
> recommendations? We have Aetna PPO.
>
> Thanks and look forward to connecting with you!
>
> Happy Holidays!
>
> Sue
>
>
> -
>
>
>
>
________________________________________________________________________________\
____
> Never miss a thing. Make Yahoo your home page.
> http://www.yahoo.com/r/hs
>
________________________________________________________________________________\
____
Be a better sports nut! Let your teams follow you
with Yahoo Mobile. Try it now.
http://mobile.yahoo.com/sports;_ylt=At9_qDKvtAbMuh1G1SQtBI7ntAcJ