1. ASAWNY CHAPTER EVENTS
03/23/2010
March Chapter Meeting
Teachable Moments
Speaker LeeAnn Terhune from Buffalo Hearing and Speech Center
Learn about their programs for children with ASD including their Social Communication Program, preschool programs and one on one therapy. All their programs are based on Greenspan’s DIR/Floortime model adding sensory and visual supports. Social Communication Program teaches self regulation, cooperation and conversation skills to verbal children with social communication deficits. One on One therapy is tailored to the child’s individual communication style, it includes non-verbal children.
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Location: St Johns Lutheran Church
3512 Clinton St
Cheektowaga, NY
Cost: FREE
See you there. Anyone can attend, no RSVP needed. For questions, call 633-2275 or email info@autismwny.org
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04/17/2010
Autism & Environmental Vulnerability:
Whole Body, Whole Planet
Dr Martha Herbert, M.D., Ph.D.
This workshop will explore some possible reasons behind the increase in the incidence of Autism, including environmental, diet, lifestyle, or a combination of these factors. In addition, Dr. Herbert will discuss why our kids may be more vulnerable than other children. Dr. Herbert is an Assistant Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School, a Pediatric Neurologist at the Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, and directs the Treatment Guided Research Initiative of the National Autism Society.
She will be identifying ways in which the brains and bodies of children and adults on the autism spectrum are affected, and what we can do to build resiliency and restore health. She will discuss whether there are other problems on the rise that may be related.
Time: 8:45 am - 12:45 pm
Location: Classics V Conference Center
2425 Niagara Falls Blvd
Amherst, NY 14226
Cost: $10 parents/ $20 Prof.
Scholarships available for Parents or Individuals with ASD based on financial need. Call 716-633-2275.
Late and walk in registration $30 ONLY IF AVAILABLE.
Register Early. Must Be Pre-Registered in order to be guaranteed a conference packet with handouts.
Make Checks Payable to : ASWNY Chapter
Mail check and registration form to: Autism Society of WNY
19 Limestone Drive, Suite 1 , Williamsville NY 14221
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12/31/2999
Past ASWNY Chapter Meeting
Vision, Learning and Autism
Vision, Learning and Autism - with Kathy Humphry COTA/Vision Therapist
“Developing the visual skills necessary for learning and interacting with the world around you.”
Over 80% of what we learn comes from our vision. Children with autism have unique visual problems including poor eye contact, difficulties organizing their visual spatial world, poor tracking and depth perception, seeing double at certain distances, etc. Come learn about the use of vision therapy, light therapy and prism lenses in addressing some of these issues. Kathy has six years of experience as a vision therapist working with Dr Richard O’Connor, a local Developmental Optometrist. Join us for a presentation followed by Q & A session.
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Location: St. Johns Lutheran Church
3512 Clinton St
Cheektowaga, NY
Cost: FREE
******** Contact Information from the Meeting that was missing from the hand outs.
Kathy Humphrey, Aurora Optometric Group, 411 Main St, East Aurora NY 14052, 716-652-0870, kmilitello@aogpc.com, doconnor@aog.com. Other two pages click on link below.
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2. BUFFALO NY AREA
03/09/2010
Binder Building: What to do with all that Paper
Parent Network Workshop
Having well-organized papers at your fingertips gives you the upper hand when advocating for your child with special needs. This workshop teaches participants what papers to keep, why and how this may help you receive necessary services for your student.
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main St
Buffalo NY 14202
Cost: FREE
For an updated list of Parent Network workshops visit www.parentnetworkwny.org.To register for a workshop call 716-332-417- or 1-866-277-4762 or go online at www.parentnetworkwny.org/worshops
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03/12/2010
Summit Ed Resources
Conference
"An Evidence-Based Articulation, Phonology, and Oral Motor Update" with Gregory L. Lof, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, Department Chair; Associate Professor.
Time: 8 am -3:45 pm
Location: Millennium Hotel
2040 Walden Ave
Cheektowaga, NY 14225
Cost: see below
Cost: Professional $90, SHAWNY Members $80, Students & Parents $75, Save $5 when you register online. Cost includes full day conference, continental breakfast & lunch. Register online at www.summited.org
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03/19/2010
Wine Tasting and Art Exhibit
Autistic Services 2nd Annual
There is no better combination than art, wine and friends
Arts Work Buffalo Gallery Wine Tasting and Reception:
Contact Frank Andzik for details at fandzik@autisticservices.org. Wines provided by: Souther Wines and Spirits
Time: 6 pm - 9 pm
Location: ASI Artswork Gallery
699 Hertel Avenue
Buffalo, NY
Cost: $25 per person
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03/22/2010
Development of a Meaningful IEP
Parent Network Workshop
Every child receiving Special Education services has an Individualized Education Program (IEP). What is an IEP? Where do I begin? In this workshop you will receive tips and tools to become more involved in the planning of your childs education.
Time: 7 pm - 9 pm
Location: Armor Elementary School
5305 Abbott Rd
Hamburg NY 14075
Cost: FREE
For an updated list of Parent Network workshops visit www.parentnetworkwny.org.To register for a workshop call 716-332-417- or 1-866-277-4762 or go online at www.parentnetworkwny.org/worshops
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03/23/2010
Special Ed. What is it all about?
Part One - Parent Network
Your child needs help but you don’t know where to start! This workshop will teach you the steps to the special education process. You will learn what to expect at a Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting, skills to be a parent member and how to advocate for your child.
*Note: Part 2- Development of a Meaningful IEP will be held on April 6, 2010 at same location.
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Location: Parent Network of WNY
1000 Main St
Buffalo NY 14202
Cost: FREE
For an updated list of Parent Network workshops visit www.parentnetworkwny.org.To register for a workshop call 716-332-417- or 1-866-277-4762 or go online at www.parentnetworkwny.org/worshops
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04/15/2010
SCERTS Model - A Framework and Guide
Two Day Seminar 4/15 & 4/16
Two Day Conference April 15 & 16. The SCERTS® Model (Social Communication, Emotional Regulation and Transactional Supports) is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach for enhancing communication, relationships and social-emotional abilities in children with ASD. Families are collaborative partners in assessment and treatment efforts. Day One covers Introduction & Assessment and Day Two covers Program Planning & Intervention.
Time: 8:30 am - 4 pm
Location: Holiday Inn- Buffalo Downtown
620 Delaware Ave
Buffalo, NY 14202
Cost: Early - $195 parent, $295 Prof
Co-hosted by Aspire of WNY, Early Bird Registration until 3/14/2010. Early Bird Rates: $195 parent, $295 Prof. See www.ccseminars.com or call 508-965-5705 for late registration rates and registration information.
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04/29/2010
32nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner
Autistic Services, Inc
Autistic Services, Inc 32nd Annual Spaghetti Dinner. Menu: Spaghetti, Meatballs, Italian Bread, Salad, Soft Drinks, Coffee, Tea and Dessert. Ticket Prices are: Adults/Seniors $7, Children ages 4-10 $5, kids 3 & under Free. Tickets available at ASI Bryant Stratton location or at the door the evening of the event.
Time: 4 pm - 7pm
Location: Ellicott Creek Fire Hall
45 S. Ellicott Creek Road
Amherst, NY
Cost: $7/$5
Call Frank Andzik at 631-5777, Ext. 304 or E-Mail at fandzik@autisticservices.orgfor more information.
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06/08/2010
NCCC 1st Annual Special Needs Conference
William Stillman
"Demystifying Autism: An Inside-Out Perspective"
Join speaker William Stillman for an insightful, inspiring “inside-out” workshop. As a person with Aspergers Syndrome, Bill provides a non-clinical, humanistic overview of the autism spectrum from the perspective of those who experience it: What is autism? What is it like to have autism? What is considered best practice in supporting others communication, sensory sensitivities, mental health and movement differences? He shares the many differences among people labeled with autism, including perspectives from his friends on the spectrum as well as his own experiences. More importantly perhaps, Bill shows us how we are all more alike than different, and participants will leave having experienced their own "autisms."
Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Niagara County Community College
3111 Saunders Settlement Rd,
Sanborn, NY 14132
Cost: 6/8-$5, 6/9-$35, Both days $40.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Learning Pathways Program / Workforce & Community Development
Phone: (716) 614-6236
Email: pathways@niagaracc.suny.edu
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