Valley of the Sun Autism Network

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of2004-(New Requirements) Tuesday, August 9, 2005 9:00 am-12:00 noon
Individual Education Program (IEP) - (New Requirements) Tuesday, August 23,2005 9:00am-12:00 noon
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of2004 - (New Requirements) Wednesday, September 7, 2005 1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Top Ten Educational Advocacy Strategies for Parents Tuesday, September 20, 2005 1:00 pm-4:00 pm

Please contact Ginette at the Center at (602) 274-6287 or 800-927-2260 (voice/TTY) or e-mail (gchampton@acdl.com) to reserve space in one of the trainings. You may also obtain the Center's self-advocacy guides and other training schedules by logging onto our website at www.acdl.com.

Training Location:

3839 N. Third Street, Suite 209, Phoenix, Arizona
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Two-Day PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) Training Workshop - Phoenix

There will be a workshop on PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System) on Aug 29-30 at the Holiday Inn in Phoenix. The cost is $235 for parents. More details available from www.pecs.com.

Making Sense of Autism Winter 2005 Workshops - Glendale, Mesa

Using Strengths to Promote Natural Social Skill and Relationship Development in Autistic/Asperger's Syndrome Teens and Adults [8 contact hours] 12:30 - 4:30 p.m., September 11 & September 25 (total of 2 Sundays) at the Glendale CCNS, 5430 W. Glenn Dr., Glendale, 623-915-0345. Presenter: Susan Golubock, M.Ed., OTR/L. Registration deadline 9/7/05

Play and Sensory Integration as a Foundation for Social and Language Development in Autistic/Asperger's Syndrome Children (ages 4-11). [4 contact hour] 12:30- 4:30 p.m., October 8 (Saturday) at Baio Enterprises, Inc., 1745 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 145, Mesa, 480-963-3634. Presenters: Marti Baio, M.A., CCC-SLP, and Susan Golubock, M.Ed., OTR/L. Registration deadline 10/3/05

The Sensory Integration Challenge for Difficult-to-Understand Behaviors in Autistic/Asperger's Children and Young Teens [8 contact hours] 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. November 5 & 19 (total of 2 Saturdays) at the Mesa CCNS, 560 W. Brown Road, Suite 4006, Mesa, 480-615-0370. Presenter: Susan Golubock, M.Ed., OTR/L. Registration deadline 11/1/05

See www.MakingSenseOfAutism.com for a registration form and further information about these workshops or contact Susan Golubock at 480-802-8259 or makingsenseofautism@msn.com.

Autism Conference - Phoenix

There will be a autism conference in Phoenix, AZ September 28th through October 1st, 2005.
Speakers are Jeanette McAfee author of 'Navigating the Social World', Ruth Donlin, M.S. 'Challenging Behaviors in Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and Lynn Hamilton, author of 'Facing Autism. Parent scholarships are available.
Contact pcfd@msn.com or info@pcfdservices.com. Call 808-284-8244, Programs for Child & Family Development, P.O. Box 96789, Mililani, HI 96789.

Autism/Asperger's Conference - Tempe

Topic: Autism/Asperger?s Conference on Education, Social Stories, Social Skills, Friendship, and Play
Speakers: Carol Gray, Pamela Wolfberg, Barbara Doyle, Jed Baker, Jerry Newport, and more!
Date: September 30 - October 1, 2005
Location: Arizona State University
Questions? Go to www.eas.asu.edu/~autism or call (480) 831-2047.

Making Sense of Autism Winter 2005 Workshops - Glendale, Mesa (10/8, 11/5, 11/19)

Play and Sensory Integration as a Foundation for Social and Language Development in Autistic/Asperger Syndrome Children (ages 4-11). [4 contact hour] 12:30- 4:30 p.m., October 8 (Saturday) at Baio Enterprises, Inc., 1745 S. Alma School Rd., Suite 145, Mesa, 480-963-3634. Presenters: Marti Baio, M.A., CCC-SLP, and Susan Golubock, M.Ed., OTR/L. Registration deadline 10/3/05

The Sensory Integration Challenge for Difficult-to-Understand Behaviors in Autistic/Asperger Children and Young Teens [8 contact hours] 12:30 - 4:30 p.m. November 5 & 19 (total of 2 Saturdays) at the Mesa CCNS, 560 W. Brown Road, Suite 4006, Mesa, 480-615-0370. Presenter: Susan Golubock, M.Ed., OTR/L. Registration deadline 11/1/05

   Website: www.MakingSenseOfAutism.com
   Contact: Susan Golubock
   Phone: 480-802-8259
   Email: makingsenseofautism@msn.com.

Home Strategies for Sensory Activities - Scottsdale

Date and Time: October 19, 2005, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Speakers: Lori Hickman, MS, OTR/L, SIPT Certified and Niki Arvanitis, OTR/L, SIPT Certified.
Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd., Ironwood Room, (480) 312-2474
Directions: From 101N, exit #45 (McDonald Dr.) Turn left on E. McDonald Dr. Turn left on N. Scottsdale Rd. Continue on N. Drinkwater until you reach 3839 N. Drinkwater Blvd.

This two hour workshop is designed for the parents/caregivers who want to provide their child with the sensory input needed throughout the day to help them interact appropriately in their environment. Participants will learn why certain activities are used and the desired impact achieved by applying these strategies. A brief discussion of the main sensory systems will also be presented. Objectives are:
- Be able to immediately apply strategies learned across a variety of environments.
- Understand why and when certain sensory strategies are used and apply that knowledge to your own specific family situation.
- Learn cost effective sensory activities utilizing common household materials.

For more information, please contact: 602-312-3913 , SItogo@cox.net

Phoenix Zoowalk for Autism - Phoenix

The Zoowalk will be held on Saturday, October 22, 2005 at The Phoenix Zoo. 100% of the Zoowalk proceeds goes to fund Autism/Asperger?s treatment research at ASU and ARI. The entire Phoenix Zoo has been reserved for Saturday morning, 7 am to 9 am, on October 22, when the weather should be great. The goal of the Zoowalk is to:

1. raise money for research on effective treatments for autism spectrum disorders
2. provide a really fun event for children/adults with ASD and their friends/family, with no registration fee for walkers (but donations/sponsorships are welcome!)

Half the funds will go to ASU's Autism Research Program, and half will go to Bernie Rimland's Autism Research Institute, which funds research around the world. Details and registration on the Zoowalk are available at www.WalkForASD.com.

ASU course on teaching speech to children with autism - Tempe (10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 12/1)

   Topic: various aspects of autism intervention such as motivation; communication; language function; pragmatics; socialization and play; and speech.
   Date: 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 12/1
   Time: Thursdays, 6 - 8:30pm
   Instructor: Patty McCartney
   Charge: $75, Visa or MasterCard accepted
   Location: Arizona State University at the Tempe campus, Lattie F. Coor Hall, Rm. 120
   Phone: (480) 965-9200.

Autistic/Asperger Young Adult Group (ages 17-24) - Mesa (10/31, 11/14, 11/28, 12/12)

   Topic: Network with and get support from other autistic/asperger young adults like yourself! Discover answers to situations that challenge you about living in a neurotypical world!
   Date: October 31, November 14, November 28, December 12
   Time: Mondays, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m
   Speakers: Marti Baio, M.A., CCC-SLP and Sue Golubock, M.Ed., OTR/L
   Location: 1745 S. Alma School Road, Suite 145, Mesa, AZ 85210
   Website: www.baioenterprises.com/
   Phone: (480) 963-3634.

2005 DAN Conference summary by Dr. Cindy Schneider - Phoenix (11/15)

   Topic: A brief summary of highlights from the 2005 DAN Conference. This presention is part of this month Phoenix ASA meeting. See the section "Regular Meetings" for more details.
   Date: Tuesday, November 15th
   Time: 7:15pm
   Speakers: Cindy Schneider, MD
   Location: Center for Autism Research and Education, 300 E. Osborn Rd, Suite 200, Phoenix, AZ 85012
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   Website: www.center4autism.org/
   Contact: 480-940-1093.
   Deadline: none
   Register: none
   Cost: none

2005 DAN Conference summary by Dr. Alan & Barbara Ketover - Paradise Valley (11/17)

   Topic: What was learnt & what is new from the 2005 DAN Conference
   Date: Thursday, November 17th
   Time: 7:30pm-9pm
   Speakers: Alan K. Ketover M.D., M.D.(H) and Barbara Ketover
   Location: The Valley Clinic, 10595 N. Tatum Blvd., Suite E-146, Paradise Valley, Arizona 85253
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   Website: thevalleyclinic.net/
   Contact: 602- 381- 0800
   Deadline: none
   Register: none
   Cost: none

3-day Conference led by the Floortime Foundation - Tempe (11/17-11/19)

   Topic: Floortime approach (therapeutic approach developed by Stanley Greenspan) and DIR? (Developmental, Individual-difference, Relationship) Model.
   Dates: November 17 - November 19, 2005, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM both days
   Speakers: Ricki Robinson, M.D., M.P.H., Barbara Kalmanson, Ph.D, & Rosemary White, OTR    Contact: Noelle Rossitto
   Deadline: Nov. 7th, 2005
   Website: www.autismcenter.org
   Email: NRossitto@autismcenter.org
   Location: Church of the Holy Spirit, 1800 E. Libra Dr., Tempe, AZ 85283 Ph: (for directions only) 480-838-7474
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   Details:
- Understanding the basic DIR? (?Developmental, Individual-difference, Relationship?) Model and its universal applicability to all children, including those who are typically developing and those with special needs
- Using the DIR approach to describe and implement developmentally appropriate interactions and practices in the home-based component of a multidisciplinary program for a child with special needs
- Using the basics of Floortime therapeutic approaches for the child with special needs?especially those with autism spectrum disorders.

3-day Workshop on Teaching Communication Skills - Phoenix (11/30-12/2)

   Topic: Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism or Other Developmental Disabilities
   Dates: November 30 - December 2, 2005
   Speaker: Dr. Vincent J. Carbone, PhD, Board Certified Behavior Analyst
   Location: Arizona State University West Campus (Phoenix)
   Website: www.eas.asu.edu/~autism
   Phone: (480) 831-2047.

ASA December Holiday Party - Tempe (12/3)

   Event: Annual holiday party
   Date: December 3rd
   Time: 6 pm
   Sponsors: Jim and Marie Adams
   Location: The party is at Joanne Markis home. 112 E. Myrna, Tempe, 85284.
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   Contact: (480) 755-7190.
   RSVP: Please reply to rjcadgmc@aol.com so we know how much food to order
   Other details: Please bring a dish to share, and a gift (marked for man or woman) for the gift sharing. Providers for our children are invited as our guests, so will not need to bring anything. Extra gifts are purchased by GPCASA.

Pfeiffer Treatment Center services - Scottsdale (12/6-12/8)

   Topic: Treatment for behavior dysfunctions, depression, schizophrenia bipolar disorder, autism, learning disorders or anxiety
   Date: Tuesday, 12/6 - Thursday, 12/8
   Time: during business hours
   Location: Chaparral Suites Hotel
   Website: www.hriptc.org/
   Phone: 630-505-0300.
   Details: The Pfeiffer Treatment Center is a not-for-profit medical research and treatment facility in Warrenville, Illinois specializing in research and treatment of biochemical imbalances. Since 1989, it has treated nearly 20,000 patients who suffer from behavior dysfunctions, depression, schizophrenia bipolar disorder, autism, learning disorders or anxiety by balancing body and brain chemistry.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Workshop: Interactions & Initiations - Phoenix (12/10)

   Topic: Interactions & Initiations: Early Intervention Techniques for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
   Date: Saturday, December 10, 2005
   Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
   Speaker: Teresa A. Cardon, M.A. CCC-SLP
   Location: Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center, 300 N. 18th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85006
   Website: www.autismcenter.org/i_iworkshop.html
   Contact: (602) 340-8717.
   Deadline: December 2, 2005
   Cost: $80