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May 11, 2012 (7:00 am to 4:00 pm)
Advance LA Conference
American Jewish University
15600 Mulholland Drive
Los Angeles, CA
90077
Contact: help group at 818 778-7140 email website
Conference for Parents and Professionals
Supporting Teens and Young Adults in their Transition to Independence
Advance LA is a program of the Help Group that provides individualized support services including one-on-one life skills coaching and workshops for young adults with unique challenges in their transition to adulthood
May 11, 2012 (7:00 am to 4:00 pm)
Advance LA Conference
American Jewish University
Contact: Amy Jane Griffiths, PhD at 818 779-5247 email website
A Conference for Parents and Professionals about supporting teens and young adults in their Transition to Independence. Register online at www.advancela.org
June 28, 2010 (6 p.m.)
ADVANCE LA Orientation Night
The Help Group- Sherman Oaks Campus
13130 Burbank Blvd.
Sherman Oaks, CA 91401
Contact: Lee Chernotsky at (818) 893-8370 email website
Learn about a new program to help post-high school young adults with high-functioning autism and Asperger’s Disorder successfully transition to post-secondary options.
Life skills coaches help participants navigate new experiences and environments, take healthy risks and grow emotionally and functionally as they ADVANCE to a greater level of independence.
Programs include a Summer Intensive Course to help the initial transition to college or work; therapeutic services, individual counseling sessions and support from credentialed clinicians; and a recreational social club.
March 01-15, 2010 (all day)
Autism Online Conference
online
Contact: Action Center at 800 498-2071 email website
Focus on assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for children and young adults with autism spectrum disorders (age 2¨C21), addressing the full range of communication levels. Expert speakers address topics in assessment/diagnosis, intervention approaches, and service delivery models, all with an emphasis on the SLP's role. You'll hear which approaches are supported by current research, and interact with speakers and participants from around the world-without leaving home!
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Session Descriptions
Chat Schedule
Conference Faculty
Conference Features
CEU Information
Thanks to our Special Interest Division sponsors:
Division 1, Language Learning and Education
Division 14, Communication Disorders and Sciences in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CLD) Populations
Division 16, School-Based Issues
Pricing
Register on or before February 19, 2010, for the early-bird rate! Registrations will be accepted through Monday, March 1, 2010.
Affiliates of Divisions 1 and 14 are eligible for a special discount off the ASHA member rate!
Early¨Postmarked, faxed or phoned on or before February 19
Regular¨February 20 and after
Affiliate, Division 1 or 14
and an ASHA member
$259
$309
ASHA Member
$299
$349
General Registration/Non-Member
$399
$449
Payment by check or credit card (Visa & MasterCard only). No purchase orders accepted. To receive any discounted fee, you must indicate your ASHA account number on the registration form. Please make sure that your dues are current. Failure to do so will result in your registration being processed at the general registration fee. Doctoral students who hold a Certificate of Clinical Competence may initiate their ASHA membership in order to receive the discounted rate. If you have any questions regarding your membership or want to join ASHA, please call the Action Center at 800-498-2071.
Cancellations and Refunds
Change of plans? No problem! Your written notice of cancellation will be accepted for a full refund of registration fees if received on or before February 19, 2010. Cancellations received after February 19, 2010, will be refunded less a $50 processing fee, and no CEUs may be earned for the conference.
March 25, 2010 (to be determined)
California Senate Select Committee on Autism & Related Disorders:
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Contact: barbara firestone at site email website
Provides a legislative forum for research, analysis, deliberations, and outreach on the most pressing issues and concerns facing families who are dealing with ASD.
It will focus on four important areas: Early Identification & Treatment, Insurance Coverage by Private Health Plans, Transitional Training, Education, and Employment, and Issues Related to Housing for Individuals with ASD. To seek the input and participation of stakeholders in each of these areas, twelve Regional Taskforces have been created throughout the State to establish a network of consumers, families, professionals, and organizations to provide input and develop recommendations for review and consideration by the Select Committee. The North Los Angeles Autism Regional Taskforce (NLAART) under the leadership of Select Committee members, Senators Carol Liu (21st), Alex Padilla (20th), and Fran Pavley (23rd) is chaired by Dr. Firestone who also serves as Chair of the Statewide Coordinating Council of Autism Taskforces. NLARRT is a dynamic group - ninety-eight members strong. The NLAART held its According to Dr. Firestone, this endeavor "Sends a strong message of California's ongoing commitment to bringing help and hope to individuals with autism and their families." For more information about the NLAART please visit www.senate.ca.gov/autism.
September 29, 2010 (7:00 pm)
Device Programming and Discussion Group
18719 Calvert Street
Tarzana, California
91335
Contact: Sharon at 818 968-2337 email website
We will be starting our device programming and discussion parent group at Nicky's World, supported by Maggie Mahoney from DynaVox Mayer-Johnson, Jacquie Bisquera (AAColades for Achievement), and others.
June 06, 2010 (4:00 - 7:00 pm)
Family Day of Nicky's World
18719 Calvert Street
Tarzana, CA
Contact: Sharon at 818 457-1801 email website
Don't Miss Our Next Nicky's World Family Day
Come Join the Fun!
Go Green Family Day
At Nicky's World!
BBQ • BOUNCER • GAMES
ORGANIC VEGGIE GARDEN & PLANTS
A community without voice exists in isolation. Nicky's World is a place that helps people who have difficulty communicating learn to express themselves in a fast-paced world.
We're building and supporting a community for limited communicators and their families. Come see how Nicky's World is growing - and going green!
Our kids built an organic vegetable garden! Watch them nurture and grow -- and go green! -- together.
Nicky's World offers individual tutoring sessions • classes • parent and professional presentations and workshops • support groups • family outings
Celebrating seven months of helping people, Nicky's World proves that love -- and hard work -- make a difference.
Family Day is a "no fee" event and everyone is welcome.
RSVP requested to nickysworld.sharon@gmail.com
May 19, 2012 (1-4pm)
Festival of Families
Vista Del Mar
3200 Motor Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90034
Contact: Marsha Gonzalez at 310.836.1223 x 226 email website
Join us for a Day of Celebration, Jubilation
and Festivities at Vista Del Mar!
Welcoming Families of ALL Abilities
Food, Music, Games, Activities, Arts & Crafts,
Petting Zoo, Video Game Truck and More!
Sensory Friendly Area & Activities Included
November 16, 2011-November 16, 1022 (7:30 pm)
Home Support Services
Call Sharon
Contact: Sharon Hensel Cohen at 818 968-2337 email
WEDNESAY NOVEMBER 16TH at 7:30 PM
Hear Me Think (Nicky's World)
Alan Baxter speaks on IHHS (In Home Supportive Services): How to get, what to use it for and Applications for the IPAD
Sharon speaks on
Hear Me think: Where we are, Where we came from & Where we are going?
RSVP to Sharon henselcohen@aol.com or 818 968 2337
June 24, 2010 (4 - 5 pm PST, 6-7 pm Central, 7-8 EST)
Homeschool Teleconference
teleconference
Contact: Diane Flynn Keith at 650 365-9425 email website
ree "Homefires' Homeschool Teleconference"!
Join your host, Diane Flynn Keith for...
A Carschooling Workshop — Turn Travel Time Into Learning Time!
Author of:
"Carschooling: Over 350 Entertaining Games and Activities To Turn Travel Time Into Learning Time!"
Whether running a 5-minute errand or taking a 500-mile road trip you can enhance your kids' education with fun and enticing activities, resources, and zany games designed to improve skills in math, science, grammar, and more!
We will explore...
•Dashboard Decimals
•Windshield Entomology
•Billboard Grammar
•18-Wheeler Chemistry
•Roadkill Zoology
•Drive-By History
•Carseat Calisthenics
•~ and Many More!
This Event is Free
Advance Registration is Required.
This event is designed for a diverse, all-inclusive, non-sectarian audience.
Recordings of this event will be accessible for a small fee. Information on how to download and listen to the call will be sent to you within a few days after each call.
I can't wait for you to join me on this call!
Availability is Limited.
Reserve Your Spot Now by Registering Below.
Note: You will receive the call-in telephone number a few days before the call. Be sure to look for it in your email inbox.
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September 15, 2010 (7:00 pm)
IEP Goals for Speech/Language/communication Focus
18719 Calvert
Tarzana, CA
91335
Contact: Sharon at 968-2337 email
The year is starting and you want the school day and adults to encourage verbal vocal language for your child.
Come learn how to write IEP goals that support the necessities of teachers and support teachers focusing on the connection between language, literacy, behavior, and academics throughout the day.
September 24, 2010 (6:00 pm to 8:00 pm)
IEP, Special Education Laws
Fire station 87
10124 Balboa Blvd.
Northridge, CA
91324
Contact: Denise at 818 677-6854 email website
Understanding Special Education Laws, IEPs & Related Services For Families whose children have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and want to learn their rights
February 23, 2010 (2:00 pm for teachers)
Lecture for teachers on bringing communication into the classroom
West Valley Special Education Center
6649 Balboa Blvd.,
Van Nuys, CA
91406
Contact: Sharon Hensel Cohen at 818 email
Speech pathologist and behaviorist Sharon Hensel Cohen will discuss how to bring communication into the classroom
March 24, 2010 (7:00 p.m.)
Legal Issues and concerns and Strategies for Families with Special Needs
Nicky's World
18719 Calvert St.
Tarzana, CA
91335
Contact: Sharon at 818 896-2337 email website
Sarit Ariam Special Education Attorney
Learn how to deal with the recent changes in the school district while still making sure that your child gets all the services and support that he/she needs.
Come hear the latest up-to-date information on IEPs, services available, placement options, and Regional center. Come with your questions or just to listen and learn.
January 09, 2011 (3:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
Making Sense of Educational and Psychological Testing
blogtalkradio.com/specialkidschooltalk
Contact: kari miller at 310 280-9813 email website
Special Kid School Talk - Making Sense of Educational and Psychological Tests For Your Special Needs Child
Location: blogtalkradio.com/specialkidschooltalk
January 9, 2011
3pm PST
Special Kid School Talk Radio Show
Making Sense of Educational and Psychological Tests For Your Special Needs Child
Ask the Expert
Parents of special needs kids know that psychoeducational tests are hard to make sense of. Clinical psychologist, Dr. Jennifer Cassatly joins us to explain what these tests measure and how parents can use the results to help their child learn. Dr. Cassatly will tell us how to test for special learning needs such as ADD and autism, and will answer your questions about your child’s test scores. Be sure to call in with questions during the show, or email your questions before the broadcast to Dr. Miller at klmiller555@sbcglobal.net
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/specialkidschooltalk
March 27, 2010 (Saturday, March 27 - 3:00 p.m.)
Massage for the Special Needs Child
call for more information.
Contact: Penny at (818) 309-8378 email website
Massage for Special Needs Children:
A Parent's Tool for Helping your Child Relax
Bring your child with you to learn a special sequence of Qi Gong massage strokes from Chinese Medicine that you can use daily to help your child relax and to enhance your relationship. Personal instruction as well as a DVD demonstrating this technique will supplement the learning process. This technique has been used and researched specifically with children on the spectrum.
November 14, 2010 (12 noon)
Nicky's World Family Day
18719 Calvert Street
Tarzana, CA
91335
Contact: Sharon at 818 457-1801 email website
Building a Community Supporting Limited Communicators and Their Families
WWW.NICKYSWORLD.COM
Nicky's World
October Family Day Rescheduled
Bigger and Better in November!
With an upcoming fundraiser event and expansion of Nicky's World services and classes, the October 3, 2010 Nicky's World family Day has been rescheduled to Sunday, November 14, 2010. Please plan to join us for fun and fitness at our completely accessible "Walk in the Park" event at Balboa Lake at 12 noon. Activities will include a picnic with snacks provided for all.