| 08/07/2010, Saturday |
| Sensory-Friendly Movie |
| Cats & Dogs 2 |
| Time: | 10 am | | | | Location: | AMC Maple Ridge 8 | | | 4276 Maple Rd, Ste C | | | Amherst, NY 14226 | | | | Cost: | $4.50 |
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| AMC Entertainment and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy ill their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis. With Sensory Friendly Films, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down. For those on special diets, you may bring in GF/CF snacks. |
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| For tickets to this unique experience, please visit the theatre's box office the day of the event. Anyone can attend. |
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| 08/07/2010, Saturday |
| 2nd Annual Picnic In the Park |
| Autism Fundraiser |
| Time: | 2 pm - 7 pm | | | | Location: | Chestnut Ridge Park, Casino Building | | | 6121 Orchard Park Rd | | | Orchard Park, NY 14127 | | | | Cost: | $13 adults/ $7 kid 4-12/ Kids 3 & under Free |
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| Join them for an afternoon of fun, food, and music in the park. Live music by The Brew. Picnic Lunch Catered by JJ's Backyard BBQ. Includes Chinese Auction - Crafts - 50/50 Raffles - Bounce House - Clowns with Face Painting. Paid ticket also includes entry to win a blue ray disc player. All proceeds benefiting Springville League for the Handicapped & Autism Speaks. |
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| Organized by Chris & Rita Brown 716-491-7790 or 716-491-7761 |
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| 08/10/2010, Tuesday |
| Resolving Behavior Challenges in ASD |
| CASE Workshop |
| Time: | 9:30am - 12:30pm | | | | Location: | Parent Network of WNY | | | 1000 Main St | | | Buffalo, NY 14202 | | | | Cost: | FREE |
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| This workshop will provide information on how to assess challenging behaviors in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Participants will discuss how to effectively conduct a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and develop a Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP).
Presenter Jennifer A. Toomey, Ph.D., Summit Educational Resources, will discuss...
• Strategies for assessing and resolving behavioral challenges in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
• Practical methods to teach pro-social behaviors and eliminate problem behaviors
Who should attend: Parents, caregivers, respite workers, recreation program staff, childcare providers, those who live/work with individuals who have
Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
CASE partner agencies: Autistic Services, Inc., Daemen College, Early Childhood Direction Center, Parent Network of WNY and Summit Educational Resources.
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| Call or go online to register today!! (716)332-4170 or 1-866-722-4762 toll free www.parentnetworkwny.org online
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| 08/10/2010, Tuesday |
| 14th Annual Summit Summer Institute |
| Two day Conference Aug 10 & 11 |
| Time: | 8:30 am - 3:30 pm | | | | Location: | Summit Educational Resources | | | 415 N French Rd, Suite 106 | | | Amherst, NY 14228 | | | | Cost: | $200/participant |
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Presented by David Meichenbaum, Ph.D., and Faculty from Summit Educational Resources.
A two-day intensive training experience for all school district staff to facilitate the transition and maximize the success of their students with ASD during the upcoming school year. Plus - A half-day classroom observation and service preparation workshop.
Part 1 Classroom Observation July 28 or August 9. 8:30 am - 12 pm. |
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| Space is limited, Registration Fee or PO should be received by July 23, 2010. Registration options: online at www.summited.org, by Phone: Debbie LaBruna 716-629-3425, by Fax: 716-629-3499 or by Mail at Summit Educational Resources, Attn: Debbie LaBruna, 150 Stahl Rd, Getzville, NY 14 |
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| 08/17/2010, Tuesday |
| Communication Strategies Summer Seminar |
| CASE Workshop |
| Time: | 9:30 am - 2:30 pm | | | | Location: | NCCC - Parking Lot 4, Room C-163 | | | 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, | | | Sanborn, NY 14132 | | | | Cost: | FREE |
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| Topics will include:
Communication Strategies for Individuals with ASD - learn about communication disorders related to ASD and available treatment strategies to improve communication skills in children with ASD. (Presenter: Jeanne Stiny, M.A., CCC-SLP)
Special Educaiton: What's it All About? – Your child needs help but you don’t know where to start! This workshop will teach you the steps to the special education process and help you understand your child’s special education rights. You will learn what to expect at a Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting and how to advocate for your child. You will receive resources to help you along the way. (Presenter: Stacie Ricioppo, Program Specialist, Parent Network of WNY) |
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CASE partner agencies: Autistic Services, Inc., Daemen College, Early Childhood Direction Center, Parent Network of WNY and Summit Educational Resources.
Call or go online to register today!! (716)332-4170 or 1-866-722-4762 toll free www.parentnetworkwny.org online
The seminar will be held in Room C-163, use Parking lot 4 and enter through the Science Annex.
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| 08/19/2010, Thursday |
| Special Ed: What's it all about? |
| Parent Network Workshop |
| Time: | 9:30 am - 2 pm | | | | Location: | Parent Network of WNY | | | 1000 Main St | | | Buffalo, NY 14202 | | | | Cost: | FREE |
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| This workshop will enable participants to learn how to become an effective parent member of the Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). Those who attend this workshop will gain a better understanding of the special education system, learn how to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and also learn what to expect at a CSE or CPSE meeting in their school district.
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| Note: Participants in this workshop receive a certificate that they can use to become a parent member on the CSE or CPSE in their school district. For more information on becoming a Parent Member. Call or go online to register today!! (716)332-4170 or 1-866-722-4762 toll free www.parentnetworkwny.org online
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| 08/21/2010, Saturday |
| Autism Awareness 5K Run/ 1 mile Fun Walk |
| Preschool Learning Center |
| Time: | Registration: 8 am, Walk/Run - 9:30 | | | | Location: | Preschool Learning Center | | | 393 North St | | | Springville, NY 14141 | | | | Cost: | Run: pre $18, day of $23 Walk: $10 |
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| Join Preschool Learning Center for a day of fun at their 1st Annual Autism Awareness 5k Run and 1 mile Fun Walk to benefit the Autism Program at the Preschool Learning Center. After the Walk/Run, enjoy a deluxe pancake breakfast. There will be a Bounce house, Basket Raffle, and door prizes.
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Fast 5K course starting and ending at the Preschool Learning Center and passing through scenic rural farmland.
Family friendly 1 mile Fun Walk will also start and end at the Preschool.
Awards:
Top overall male & female plus 1st and 2nd in each of the following age groups:
14 & under, 15 to 19, 20 to 24, 25 to 29, 30 to 34, 35 to 39, 40 to 44, 45 to 49, 50 to 54, 55 to 59, 60 to 64, 65 plus.
For the top three fund raisers. |
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| All participants, walkers and runners, are encouraged to solicit sponsors - the proceeds will benefit the Autism Program at the Preschool.
Sponsored by: West Valley Environmental Services
Event organized as an Eagle Scout Service Project by Jason Forshee Troop 524
For more registration information, download the attached registration forms, call Preschool Learning Center at 716-592-9331 or visit www.preschoollearningcenter.org. |
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| 09/13/2010, Monday |
| Treatment Options for Individuals with ASD |
| Parent Network Workshop |
| Time: | 6 pm - 8 pm | | | | Location: | The Resource Center Gateway Building | | | 51 East Third St | | | Dunkirk NY | | | | Cost: | FREE |
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| This workshop will discuss evidence-based, educational treatment options for students with autism spectrum disorders. Behavioral and developmental treatment approaches will be discussed, such as applied behavioral analysis (ABA), applied verbal behavior (AVB), Greenspan/DIR, SCERTS, and TEACCH. Strategies and resources for implementation will also be discussed. |
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| For an updated list of workshops visit www.parentnetworkwny.org. To register for a workshop call: 716-332-4170 or toll free 1-866-227-4762 or online: www.parentnetworkwny.org/Workshops |
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| 09/18/2010, Saturday |
| Special Ed: What's it all about? |
| Parent Network Workshop |
| Time: | 9:30 am - 2 pm | | | | Location: | Parent Network of WNY | | | 1000 Main St | | | Buffalo, NY 14202 | | | | Cost: | FREE |
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| This workshop will enable participants to learn how to become an effective parent member of the Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). Those who attend this workshop will gain a better understanding of the special education system, learn how to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and also learn what to expect at a CSE or CPSE meeting in their school district.
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| Note: Participants in this workshop receive a certificate that they can use to become a parent member on the CSE or CPSE in their school district. For more information on becoming a Parent Member. Call or go online to register today!! (716)332-4170 or 1-866-722-4762 toll free www.parentnetworkwny.org online
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| 09/30/2010, Thursday |
| Same Page Conference |
| Medicaid Service Coordination |
| Time: | 9 am - 3 pm | | | | Location: | Lucarelli's Banquet Facility | | | 1830 Abbott Rd | | | Lackawanna, NY 14218 | | | | Cost: | $10 |
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| The 3rd Annual Same Page Conference: Change Equals Opportunity for Medicaid Service Coordinators (MSC), MSC Supervisors, Families and Individuals served will focus on effective collaboration.
Same Page Conference: Change Equals Opportunity will increase your skills in creative problem solving, reduce power struggles, help you work effectively with other families and people served and ultimately increase your ability to get what is needed for the individuals you serve. Topics will include:
Mark Lankes, Acting Director of Western New York DDSO, will provide an overview of the changes at the local level over the course of the next year.
What’s New in MSC: Learn how the proposed rules will affect the day-to-day duties of a Medicaid Service Coordinator.
Creative Problem Solving: Discover ways for both MSCs and families to identify, evaluate and generate potential solutions.
Creative Solutions: Develop personalized and workable action plans to align with the “new world” of the Medicaid Service Coordinator.
Challenge = Opportunity: Working together to support people with developmental disabilities. |
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| Registration Fee: $10.00 - Fee includes all program materials, continental breakfast and buffet lunch. Registration deadline Sept. 23, 2010
This conference is for all MSCs, MSC Supervisors, Families and People served.
For more information or to register for the conference call 716-332-4170 or visit www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Programs/MSC/SamePage |
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| 10/13/2010, Wednesday |
| Harvest Honors 2010 - Mark Shinn, Ph.D. |
| Building Response to Intervention: Doing it Right Doing it Well |
| Time: | Conference: 9 am - 3:30 pm | | | | Location: | Millennium Airport Hotel Buffalo | | | 2040 Walden Ave | | | Cheektowaga, NY 14225 | | | | Cost: | Conf: $75. Dinner: $75, Both: $125 |
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| Save the Date !.
Full Day Conference: Building Response to Intervention: Doing it Right, Doing it Well.
Harvest Honors Awards Cocktail Hour: 5:30 pm - 6:30pm, Dinner 6:30 pm |
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| For More Information: go online to www.parentnetworkwny.org or call 716-332-4170. |
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