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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 12:49:24 GMT -5
I've been a bit busy....and lazy. Here...we....go.....
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 12:50:09 GMT -5
Help A Family In Crisis
A Middle Tennessee family with two kids with autism (5 & 7) are in need of our support. The Flores-Zaragoza Family was in a car accident over the weekend that claimed the life of their 7-year-old. The mom, who was driving, is in the hospital for several days with a broken pelvis; the 5-year-old is physically fine and receiving daily support from ABC Services. View the full story here.
Needless to say, this family is in crisis and facing a long road to recovery that includes extensive medical expenses. Here are some ways you can support this family.
Go to any First Tennessee Bank location and make a donation to the Flores-Zaragoza Family Benefit Fund.
Stay tuned to ABC Services for a paypal link to donate online.
Drop off food, clothes, toys, or monetary donations at ABC Services; 220 Great Circle Road Suite 124; Nashville, TN 37228.
Notify ASMT (615-385-2077, ext. 1) if you know of a first floor apartment available in the Madison area. (The family would like to move and need a first floor apartment because of Mom's injuries.)
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 12:50:54 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 12:52:37 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 12:56:55 GMT -5
Second Helping Orientation - July 18 This re-occurring event is a follow up to our Autism Orientation and goes more in-depth about interventions. An autism professional will discuss evidence based practices for treating autism and introduce other important concepts for understanding and working with people on the autism spectrum. Click here for more info: r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001nBvrEoLj2HoZbkL_iUZeAk00wFk785Cn_OJYWflmrH-EshNAb1VHp8298Lz1Zeylvkgy1SXqu8bGJmNpyAICeBonPtV6N3LZQXerlbK2wcrmKne_2oPNxRQAOE1RCLo4z5DKwKiPVHFeGu_TuOmRrw== Please call our office to make reservations, 615-385-2077, ext. 1. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Panel of Adults Living with ASD - July 25 Attendees will have an opportunity to hear from adults living with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Panelists will talk about challenges they have encountered throughout their lives, educational and social experiences, family and community support, and the successes that have given them encouragement. Click here for more information: r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001nBvrEoLj2HovPzlgQTNlBLLD3bm1Uxsu77eCj-A0sEDrrnQUrFrWDnWQ9qNaX0Zvvj6uAcA33CglMLFkxFcEBKvf65_5_pI40AzJkQnwIWE5wpyxRfK7I5P3AqFa-FUs_viXCjLF0Z4=Please call our office to make reservations, 615-385-2077, ext 1 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I Am What I Am Music Festival - August 17 This festival includes 25 musicians, featuring local talent and vendors from far and near and supports the local autism community, including ASMT! The I Am What I Am Festival for Autism is Saturday, August 17 at the Bedford County Ag Center in Shelbyville. Click here for more information: r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001nBvrEoLj2HqNIsUC-3jgRXASihMhACpdxBVTvGP2Vh7jV1DqTMtuy8ANrk9AR7bt1XYuy-x7CMEq6Z6fnpwBw2HYFhvh7cLWehncEwFMm2VQYef3Ttv5v7qchG_3hwb2wx381yDVdSZpy7G6Vmkfz48vSITsLYe6mRQH_XDMpws= ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Glow in the Night 5k - August 24 Have you ever run a 5k in the dark? This is going to be so much fun! Bring the family out to Drakes Creek Park in Hendersonville on Saturday, August 24 at 9:00 p.m. and get your glow on while raising money for ASMT! Click here for more information and to save on early registration: r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?e=001nBvrEoLj2Hopo3IYgt8NSD_EgbDbaaJdfVhnqCpC4Gp6zlCfp11scRKurw1lsuP8vqZZIV6Ja9VuA_er2HJHJmhV_sL3peI_pIKWwsIGvlehrNNYwTb2Ix1eFrJFY2LsgNgwyYzC90bR2g8kq4lZYVC0hJhvtCsIF6HoIjdpwwkAQntXsYQOxw== |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 12:57:43 GMT -5
asmt@tnautism.org
ASMT | 955 Woodland Street | Nashville | TN | 37206
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 12:59:42 GMT -5
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Volunteers needed at Chattanooga Market The CAC will staff a table at the Market on July 21st from 11:00 to 4pm. Can some of you volunteer to help with that? We'll have pipe cleaner art as an activity (with instruction books). We basically want to make sure the public sees friendly faces representing the autism community, communicate about resources, hand out materials, and sell some Lookout's tickets! We'll be advertising CARS and our Awareness Walk too. If you can help, contact Dave Buck. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Mellow Mushroom will sell pizza to benefit CAC I just got verbal confirmation that Mellow Mushroom will indeed be selling a special half double pepperoni / half extra cheese pizza for one month and that part of the proceeds of those sales will go to the CAC. I'll get the final confirmation soon and will let you all know the dates and details then. I do want to mention that they understood how many of our kids can be picky eaters and they wanted a pizza that most of our families would be able to purchase. I'm very impressed. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Chattanooga Police Department Hosts CAC Those of you bringing kids to the CPD on Monday, July 22 @ 10:00 and who want ID kits must click and bring this completed form with you. Participants can be expected to tour the facility, meet police officers, and learn what to do in an emergency. This tour is a great opportunity to show police officers are here to help and not be afraid of them. cts.vresp.com/c/?ChattanoogaAutismCen/356e0771e8/a41e3feaa7/e08ed566a1------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CAC to Begin Outreach for Hispanic Community A great group of parents and advocates has launched a new program and is in the process of translating parts of the CAC website into Spanish. The program also plans to translate other materials and host events to help connect the Hispanic community to autism recourse. If you would like to be a part of developing this program, we're meeting on August 8th @ 11:00 a.m at the CAC. Contact Dave Buck for more information. Tel: (423) 531-6961 Fax: (423) 521-8094 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, Chattanooga TN 37404 |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:00:22 GMT -5
CAC Walk Website is Live Our website for the autism walk is officially live. Head to www.chattautismwalk.com to register and build your own team or join someone elses. Track your team's progress, share information with friends and family, and get the latest news here. We already have a ton of supporters and families who've started their team! We are excited to see all the traffic the site is already generating. In the near future we'll send out an email blast that is dedicated to the walk and one you can forward to everyone in your network. ----------------------------------------- Chattanooga Lookouts Game Tickets You'll recall we have a date for a social outing at a Lookouts Game on Sunday August 18th. We've got special tickets to sell for $5 each and discounts for orders of 4 or more. Tickets can be purchased at the CAC and at Pints for Autism. Be on the lookout for our booth at the Chattanooga Market on July 21st to buy tickets too. See below for event details. |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:00:49 GMT -5
AUTISM-RELATED EVENTS
Greater Chattanooga Aspies
When: Wednesday, July 3, 6pm to 7:30
Where: CAC 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100
GCA is a support and social group for adults with Aspergers and high-functioning ASD.
Fundraising Planning Committee
When: Wednesday, July 10th, 11:30
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100
Bring a sack lunch and your ideas for future fundraising events to benefit the CAC.
Visit to the Hunter Museum
When: Wednesday, July 10th, 1:30pm
Where: 10 Bluff View Ave Chattanooga, TN 37403
Cost: $1 per person
For more information, contact Trish Cox.
Autism Walk Registration Meet up
When: Thursday, July 11, noon
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue
If you'd like some help setting up your profile page for your team for the walk or you want some ideas for getting people to join your team or donate to it, come on in! This We'll have volunteers to help you design your team's webpage and help you teach others to do the same
GCA Cookout at Molly Ruth's
When: Friday, July 12, starting at 6 PM
Where: Molly Ruth's residence, 992 Poplar Springs Road, Ringgold, GA
Greater Chattanooga Aspies is a group dedicated to provide support for adults (18 yrs and older) who have been diagnosed with asperger's or high functioning autism.
H.O.P.E
When: Thursday, July 18, noon to 1pm
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue
H.O.P.E stands for Helping Other Parents Excel. It's a support group where parents can talk about Autism Spectrum Disorders and get positive advice and support from others who have gone through or are going through similar situations. We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday at the CAC. See our HOPE Events page on Facebook.
CAC exhibits at Chattanooga Market
When: Sunday, July 21 from 11:00 to 3pm
Where: 1829 Carter Street, Chattanooga TN 37408
Come check out our booth and show your support for the CAC. We'll be using this venue to educate people about autism and let people know about our programs and events. We'll be selling tickets to the Lookout's game (see below) and handing out fliers for the Chattanooga Autism Awareness Walk so we really boost turnout. Anyone interested in volunteering at the Market should contact Dave Buck.
Pints for Autism III
When: Sunday, July 21, 7pm-12am
Where: Honest Pint, 35 Patten Parkway, Chattanooga
7pm to 10pm - $5 to get in, must be 21 If you missed the first two, here is your chance to make it up! $5 Donation to get in! 21+. Must have VAILD ID! Silent auction & live, local, music!!! Buy a pint of Honest Pint's Red Ale aka Malachi for $4 and 100% of the proceeds goes to the CAC! See Pints Facebook Group for updates.
Police Station Visit
When: Thursday, July 22,10am to noon
Where: Chattanooga Police Dept, 3410 Amnicola Highway
Kids and Parents get a tour of the center, get to know more about police officers, and receive free child ID kits! This is a great way for our kids to get more comfortable with officers in case of an emergency or if they get lost. Siblings are invited & all ages! One request from Police Department is if you want the Child ID kit, you should fill out the required form and send it to them ahead of time. To request the Child ID kit form, Email officer Hartwig at hartwig_n@chattanooga.gov and ask for the form. See Police Station Visit on our Facebook Events for more info.
Visit to the Tennessee Aquarium
When: Thursday, August 1
CAC Monthly Workshop Series
When: Tuesday, August 6, 6:30-7:30 pm
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue
Topic: Building the Parent/Teacher Team
A parent and teacher will share how they partnered together. Handouts will be given to help you get started.
CAC Spanish Languge Program planning committee When: August 8th, 11:00am
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100
This meeting will allow committee members to share their ideas and volunteer to create this new program. Contact Dave if you wish to be join this committe but cannot attend.
Chattanooga Lookouts Game
When: Sunday, August 18, 5:15 pm
Where: 201 Power Alley, Chattanooga
$5 general admission. Tickets are available through the CAC. The CAC has reserved the picnic area for our families to enjoy the game indoors or outdoors. The indoor room will be able to provide a quiet, calm place away from noise and crowds. Refreshments will be available for purchase. For more information, please view our Facebook events page.
Chattanooga Autism Awareness Walk
When: November 9th, activites start at 9:00, walk starts at 10:30am
Where: Coolidge Park
Cost: $30 for adults, $15 for kids age 3-12. Age 2 and under are free.
MUST REGISTER: ChattAutismWalk.com
Check the website for details! Register your own Team! then, upload a photo and fix up your profile and share with your friends and ask them to join your team! Registration includes a shirt! Win prizes! Support the Autism Community! Raise Awareness! Make this the Biggest Walk In CHATTANOOGA!!
Tel: (423) 531-6961
Fax: (423) 521-8094
1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, Chattanooga TN 37404
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:01:34 GMT -5
JUNE MONTHLY UPDATE
New Federal Grant to Investigate Better Ways to Serve and Support Families
The TN Council and the Department of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (DIDD) were selected to participate in a 5 state ‘Community of Practice’ to think, learn & strategize about the next generation of services & supports for people with intellectual & developmental disabilities and their families. The goal of the 5 year project is to build capacity through a Community of Practice across and within States to create policies, practices & systems to better assist and support families that include a member with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan.
See Breaking Ground Issue #71 for more information.
For a report on supporting families that is the basis for this Community of Practice project, click here.
National Governors Association
The NGA recently invited state teams to participate in an initiative called “A Better Bottom Line: Employing People with Disabilities.” The two institutes provided states with an opportunity to learn from business leaders and state peers about the best strategies to advance employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Tennessee sent a team to Seattle, WA on May 22-23, to participate, which was very successful.
For more information on this initiative launched by the NGA Chair Gov. Jack Markell, see "A Better Bottom Line."
Breaking Ground arts issue cover
Call for Submissions for Breaking Ground Arts Issue
Do you write short stories or poetry?
Do you paint, draw or take pictures?
Then we’d like to see your work for possible publication!
The editor will consider:
Fiction, up to 1,000 words, and poems, whether traditional or modern.
Photos and all other forms of artwork.
All entries must be submitted by 7/15.
Content is devoted to material by or about persons with disabilities.
We’ll give contributors a prominent by-line, a biographical note and copies of the issue.
Please include your name, hometown, complete contact information and a two- or three-sentence biography with your submission. Limit of three (3) submissions per artist or writer.
Send your submissions to:
Ned Andrew Solomon
Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities
Davy Crockett Tower, 1st Floor
500 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, Tennessee 37243
Questions? Call 615-532-6556 or email: ned.solomon@tn.gov
New Partners Class Selected
Partners in Policymaking™ 2013-14 Class selections have been made, thanks to the support of Roger Gibbens, Debbie Riffle and Evan Espey, who reviewed the nearly 70 applications and made their top selections. Applicants will be notified by the end of June.
Employment Idol contest logo
TN Disability MegaConference artwork
On May 30, the 2nd annual Tennessee Employment Idol contest was held as part of the Tennessee Disability MegaConference. View the Employment Idol 2013 Results.
The contest is designed to bring attention to the employment success of Tennesseans with disabilities. The contest is growing and raising expectations and helping people to see new possibilities. As of contest time:
In 2012, there had been 873 views total; in 2013, there had been 3,305 views total
In 2012, 92 people had voted for a favorite; in 2013, 280 had voted for a favorite
Art pictured above by TN Disability MegaConference Art Contest Winner Laura Moore.
Thank you to the nearly 650 people who attended the 2013 TN Disability MegaConference and all those who volunteered, exhibited, presented and spoke!
Materials from the conferencence sessions are now available:
Conference Materials
We hope you will all plan to attend next year's conference!
President’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities 2012 Report
The 2012 report of the President’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities (PCPID) is now available on the ACL website. The report provides recommendations regarding Managed Long-Term Services and Supports (MLTSS) for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The purpose of the PCPID 2012 Report to the President is to:
Provide background on MLTSS to assist the intellectual and developmental disability community with understanding the changes occurring and ways to influence outcomes
Provide recommendations to the President and the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services for consideration and possible action
View summary version of PCPID report (PDF)
View full version of PCPID report (PDF)
Welcome New Council Members!
William Lovell – Hohenwald, TN
Phil Stevens – Nashville, TN
Steve Sheegog (returning Council member) – Memphis, TN
Look for more information about our new members in issue #71 of Breaking Ground!
The Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities is a state office that promotes public policies to increase and support the inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities in their communities.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:04:55 GMT -5
CONFERENCE Conference Schedule: The full conference schedule with session descriptions is online at www.autism-society.org/conference. Plan your trip to the exciting city of Pittsburgh - there are over 100 breakout sessions and additional Pre-Conference sessions! Take advantage of small interactive groups to learn about these topics in-depth. Register now! - Applying ABA through the Lifespan - Pennsylvania Autism Services: Leading the Nation in New Directions - Dysregulation - Self Advocates: Share Their Experiences and Solutions: (Complimentary for all individuals on the spectrum) - Introduction to Special Needs Planning, Where do we start? - A Faith-Based Family: From Challenging Behaviors to Values & Life Skills - Cracking the Business Code for Competitive Employment Outcomes - Autism Community Leaders: Extending the State’s Impact through Collaboration: - Rethinking High School: Gathering Your Voices to Create a National Vision for Adolescents with ASD (Complimentary for all attendees) And don’t forget- you can also register on-site or online! support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=fnhanl-qiidqBU-BCXsa6QCEUs: This year we will be offering six different CEUs: BCBA, ASHA, APA, CAS, Social Worker CEs, and Educator CEs. New This Year Certified Autism Specialist (CAS) Credits- these credits are offered for individuals with specific autism-focused education and professional development. CAS certification is based on autism-focused education, experience, career review and continuing education that enhance the individual's qualifications, advanced knowledge and practice. Interaction Badges This year we will be adopting the use of an interaction badge system into our traditional badges. This model addresses the social anxiety some attendees experience in large gatherings. These badges are color-coded indications of the attendee’s level of comfort in social interaction. Interaction badge materials will be available at the Registration Table. RESEARCH Nearly One-Third of Children with Autism Also Have ADHD In a study of the co-occurrence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in early school-age children (four to eight years old), researchers at the Kennedy Krieger Institute found that nearly one-third of children with ASD also have clinically significant ADHD symptoms. Read More: support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=EsA4qXotTSTe8n5H0EqQXgRESOURCES Supporter Highlight: Flaghouse FlagHouse, Inc. is a premier global supplier of equipment and resources for physical education, sports, fitness, and recreation and for health, special needs, special education, sensory integration, and multisensory environments. Flag House strives to enhance the quality of life for all people and supports the Autism Society’s mission to improve the lives of all affected by autism. Read More: support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=2_wERW6BQRh3_F5JKYSNOAEarly Signs of Autism Video Tutorial The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Centers for Disease Control, National Institutes of Health, autism advocacy groups and researchers have all drawn attention to the importance of the early detection of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to make access to early intervention possible. The scientific literature indicates that the average age of ASD diagnosis is 4 years, despite the fact that about half of children with this neurodevelopmental disorder may be detected by age 14 months. Read More: support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=-APxGr7gbOoLespPS3GKagTips for Families and Friends: How to Have a Sensory-Friendly Fourth of July With crowds, barbecues and fireworks, the Fourth of July can be overwhelming for some individuals on the autism spectrum. We asked Cathy Pratt, Ph.D., BCBA, of the Autism Society Panel of Professional Advisors, for her tips for how to have an enjoyable and comfortable holiday. Read More: support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=bH-engPpCyyOp65t15vc2Q |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:05:20 GMT -5
Autism Society
4340 East-West Hwy, Suite 350, Bethesda, Maryland 20814
301.657.0881 or 1.800.3AUTISM
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:06:51 GMT -5
Using Speech Generating Device to Help Your Autistic Child Communicate by KATHERINE on OCTOBER 20, 2011 Communicating with others is not always easy for a child who is diagnosed with autism. Some children may be able to communicate but may have difficulty understanding what the other person is saying while others, may not develop communication skills at all. The level of their communication skills varies depending on the child’s ability. To address this issue, communication tools and aids are highly recommended by Speech Language Pathologists. Some of these tools include gestures, communication boards, and Speech Generating Devices (SGDs). Using these tools will not only allow your child to express their feelings, thoughts, and needs but it will also help them understand better without much frustration. Speech Generating Devices (SGDs) are portable devices which allows you to program vocabularies for your child. You can choose from different types of SGDs to fit your child’s age and communication level. This device has a display screen which shows pictures and symbols and when the child touches one of them, it will prompt the device to say what the child wanted to say. For example, if he touches a picture of an apple, the device might say, “I want an apple.” To make it easier for your child to know which button he needs to press when he wants to say something, you can program certain choices to go under one button. You can also expand your child’s limited vocabulary by including verbs and exclamations. In addition, you can also change the SGD’s voice to male or female and you can even use your own voice by recording yourself. The SGDs are really useful as it helps your child socialize and ask for the things they want both at home and at school. Introduce a new words to your child when you’re reading him a book or playing with him and if your child comes across a new picture or symbol, tell your child what it means. If your child has difficulty using the device, be patient and keep on practicing using the device with him. Over time, he will become more comfortable with the device and will want to use it regularly. Make sure that the SGD is with him at all times so that when a situation requires interaction, your child will be able to communicate. www.autismunited.org/blog/using-speech-generating-device-to-help-your-autistic-child-communicate-80651.html |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:08:45 GMT -5
How Social Stories Help Your Autistic Child by KATHERINE on JUNE 17, 2011 Social stories are a great tool to help autistic children understand and respond to difficult social situations. This tool can be used by both the teacher and the parent as it is relatively easy to create one. The most important thing that you need to consider when you create a social story for your child is your child’s special interest or need as this will determine the topic of your social story. What kind of social story will your child be interested in? You want him to read or listen to the social story. You don’t want to create a social story that your child will not pay attention to. You want him to be engaged and curious. At the same time, you also want your social story to address your child’s particular need. You want him to learn from the story. You want him to identify with it and to benefit from it. Maybe your child is worried about going to school. Use this situation and create a story that revolves around it. Start the story by describing the situation. Identify the setting, the people involved and what the story is about. For example, you can start the story by describing a young child who is going to school for the first time. The child could be in his room dressing up for the first day of school. You should then provide a perspective of the child. What is he feeling? What is he thinking? Maybe he is feeling nervous about the new school and about the new people that he will meet. He could be scared to go to school and would rather stay at home. It would be best that you stay close to what your child is feeling and use this in your social story. This way, he will be able to relate more. The next step is to give a directive to the child. What is he supposed to do in this situation? What is an appropriate reaction to the situation? Explain how the appropriate action and reaction will benefit the child and the people around him. Keep on reading the social story until such time that your child is able to exhibit the required and appropriate response in the social situation. www.autismunited.org/blog/how-social-stories-help-your-autistic-child-80363.html |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:09:54 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:13:37 GMT -5
DIDD Central Office Relocation Update: The department received a revised target date for the Central Office move from the Frost Building to the Citizens Plaza Building. The new relocation date for the DIDD Central Office to our permanent site on the 9th and 10th floor of the Citizen Plaza Building is November 15, 2013. The Citizens Plaza renovation project has been delayed due to some construction obstacles.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:15:03 GMT -5
CQL Accreditation Opportunity for Tennessee Providers: CQL | The Council on Quality and Leadership and DIDD have entered into a pioneering agreement to support the lives of people with intellectual disabilities. As a result, CQL is offering Tennessee provider organizations a unique opportunity for CQL Person-Centered Excellence Accreditation at a discounted rate due to the state’s declared commitment to quality services for persons with disabilities. We are very excited and honored to be presented with this opportunity. For more information, please click here. www.tn.gov/didd/accreditation/docs/TN provider accreditation process - final (1).pdf |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:15:56 GMT -5
Community of Practice: Representatives from DIDD and the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities attended the kick-off event for the Community of Practice for Supporting Families of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities in Kansas City, Missouri on June 19-21. The TN Council and DIDD were selected to participate in a five state ‘Community of Practice’ to think, learn, and strategize about the next generation of services and supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. The goal of the five-year project is to build capacity through a Community of Practice across and within states to create policies, practices and systems to better assist and support families that include a member with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the lifespan. The event was hosted by the National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disability Services (NASDDDS), UMKC – Institute for Human Development, University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) and the Human Services Research Institute (HSRI). This endeavor is being funded by the Administration on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. This multi-level Community of Practice (CoP) calls on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, policymakers, and others to come together to think, learn and act collaboratively to respond to present challenges and realize the opportunity to establish a next generation of services and supports for people with I/DD and their families. This CoP will be facilitated by a project management team with key staff from NASDDDS, UMKC-Institute for Human Development, National Association of Councils for Developmental Disabilities and HSRI. A national partnership council will lead the project with representatives from Parent-to-Parent USA, Self-Advocates Becoming Empowered, Autistic Self-Advocacy Network, Sibling Leadership Network, and the Association on University Centers on Disability. The Tennessee kick-off dates will most likely be in October 2013. Please stay tuned to Open Line to learn more about the kick-off and work of the CoP. For more information and to connect with the CoP, click here. www.supportstofamilies.org/ |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:17:06 GMT -5
Customized and Supported Employment: According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (2013), the unemployment rate for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities is 83 percent. Employment can be an important part of community inclusion and independent living. To that end, The Arc Davidson County is very excited to announce the beginning of their first supported employment program. The Arc Davidson County’s customized and supported employment program will work with area businesses to locate and develop employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and to match employees to those positions. Employees will receive supported training to include working with a job coach to be sure that each person is ready to begin employment. Business leaders who have hired persons with disabilities shared that their employees bring many benefits to the workplace. A video overview of The Arc Davidson County’s supported employment program can be accessed here: vimeo.com/67816589 If you know of a business that would benefit from working with this program, please contact Colleen Gibson at (615) 321-5699 ext. 13 or cgibson@arcdc.org. |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:18:27 GMT -5
Employment Success Stories: Adrian Pitts and Michele Craft are two persons in Emory Valley Center’s supported employment program. Both Adrian and Michele have obtained gainful employment in the community. Adrian currently works as a dishwasher and assists with food prep at the Northshore Brasserie restaurant in Knoxville. Michele is employed as an Executive Assistant two days a week at the Erv Agency Allstate Insurance Company in Clinton. You can view Adrian’s story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpmM6VtQP1Q&feature=youtu.be and Michelle’s story here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuxajzPCgYc&feature=youtu.be “We are so proud of Adrian and Michele and are pleased to share all of their accomplishments with everyone,” stated Jennifer Enderson, President of Emory Valley Center. |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:19:46 GMT -5
Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference in someone's life?
Position: Job Coach, Part-time
Location: Nashville, TN
Pay Type: Hourly
The Arc Davidson County is a team of dedicated professionals and staff who share a commitment and connection to a meaningful mission -- to enable adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities the ability to achieve their full potential in health, work, school, home, and to live as fully included members of their community. We are growing and expanding our services and actively recruiting individuals to join our team who believe in the abilities of people with disabilities, demonstrate a positive "can do" attitude, and are engaged and innovative contributors. Come join our team and be a part of "Turning Disabilities Into Possibilities!"
The Arc is currently hiring job coaches to provide vocational training and supervision to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) at work sites in the community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Train and supervise participants on the job
· Assist in the development of training programs using employer's guidelines
· Ensure participant's work performance meets employer standards
· Act as liaison between Parents/Care Providers, The Arc, Employers
· Maintain professional relationship with employers, DR counselors, Parents/Care Providers
· Ensure a safe work environment for participants according to general safety standards
· Report any participant or employer problems/incidents to Supervisor
Qualifications for the Position:
· High School Diploma
· Experience in working with adults with I/DD
· Belief in the abilities of individuals with disabilities
· Positive outlook, enthusiasm, and self-motivated
· Ability to function as a member of a team
Certification/Licensing Requirements:
· Valid TN Driver's License/ID
· Ability to obtain criminal fingerprint clearance
· 18 years of age
For more details, contact Colleen Gibson at cgibson@arcdc.org or 615.321.5699 ext. 13
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:20:36 GMT -5
Upcoming Events at The Arc DC
IEP 1001 Workshops with Advocate Amy Biggs
Thursday, July 18, 12:30pm and 5:30pm
Community members are invited to attend an informative and interactive presentation on Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) with education advocate Amy Biggs at The Arc Davidson County. Participants will review an IEP in detail, in its entirety.
Two sessions will be held, 12:30pm and 5:30pm. Meetings will take place at The Arc Davidson County office, 111 N. Wilson Blvd. in Nashville. Light refreshments will be served. Registration is FREE, but advance notice is requested. RSVP to Amy Biggs at abiggs@arcdc.org or 615-321-5699.
Support Group for Neurotypical Women with Spouses or Life Partners with Aspergers Syndrome
Begins Tuesday, September 3
Join a group to help encourage and support your experience of having a spouse or life partner with Aspergers Syndrome. This support group is hosted by The Arc Davidson County.
This group will meet from 6:45-8:00pm the first Tuesday of each month, beginning Tuesday, September 3, 2013. The meeting will be held at The Arc Davidson County office, 111 N. Wilson Blvd. in Nashville.
For more information, contact Contact: Kellye Carman, LCSW at 615-484-6591 or email counseling@kellyecarman.com.
Sprout Film Festival
Friday, November 1
Save the date for Sprout Film Festival, showcasing films made by and about people with disabilities. The festival will feature a free screening for high school students with and without disabilities, opening up discussion about what inclusion really means. The day will conclude with a public film screening and fundraiser at the W.O. Smith School of Music. Sprout is brought to you by The Arc Davidson County and The Arc Williamson County.
Sponsorship opportunities are available. For details contact Sheila at smoore@arcdc.org or call 615.321.5699.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:21:28 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:22:04 GMT -5
Do you write short stories or poetry?
Do you paint, draw or take pictures?
Then we’d like to see your work for possible publication!
The editor will consider:
Fiction, up to 1,000 words, and poems, whether traditional or modern.
Photos and all other forms of artwork.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED BY JULY 15, 2013
Content is devoted to material by or about persons with disabilities.
We’ll give contributors a prominent by-line, a biographical note and copies of the issue.
Please include your name, hometown, complete contact information and a two- or three-sentence biography with your submission.
Limit of three (3) submissions per artist or writer.
Send your submissions to:
Ned Andrew Solomon
Breaking Ground
Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities
Davy Crockett Tower, 1st Floor / 500 James Robertson Parkway / Nashville, Tennessee 37243
Questions? Call 615-532-6556 or email: ned.solomon@tn.gov
Ned Andrew Solomon
Director, Partners in Policymaking
Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities
Davy Crockett Tower, 1st Floor
500 James Robertson Parkway
Nashville, TN 37243
615.532.6556
ned.solomon@tn.gov
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:22:47 GMT -5
Are you a dynamic educator whose skills and talents would benefit a wider audience?
Are you thirsty to learn and share cutting edge educational best practices with others?
Are you passionate about improving the educational outcomes of ALL students?
We Are Expanding Our Team!
Full-time Position Available:
Educational Professional Developer
Start Date: August 2013
(significant travel is necessary)
EdPro Development, Inc. is looking for individuals interested in working full-time as an Educational Professional Developer. Our professional development activities include
(a) on-site, ongoing coaching, (b) school-based inservices and workshops, (c) conference presentations and (d) regional workshops. We also proudly host the Annual Tennessee
School-wide Positive Behavior Support Conference held each November.
Our customized, ongoing professional coaching supports build the local capacity of teachers and administrators. Coaching supports are recognized by research to have far superior results in supporting applications of evidence-based practices to classroom and leadership contexts over traditional discussion, demonstration, role playing, and feedback alone. Through coaching, recipients of ongoing professional development receive differentiated professional learning in a collaborative environment.
EdPro Development is ending its fourth year and our professional developers have over 30 years combined experience. If you are looking to work with seasoned professionals, for an up-and-coming company, send us your resume or vitae (See below for details). Significant travel and overnight stays are a necessary component.
EdPro Development, Inc. is a not for profit corporation formed for the sole purpose of serving schools and districts through data-driven, quality, ongoing professional development services.
The mission of EdPro Development, Inc. is to provide the educational community quality, research-driven and affordable professional development, with passion and integrity, that results in each student being empowered, equipped and excited to learn.
Please email your Resume or Vitae to jrb@edprodevelopment.com.
Sincerely,
Jennifer R. Butterworth, Ph.D.
Executive Director
EdPro Development, Inc.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:23:39 GMT -5
Subject: training opportunities provided by TMHCA Hello all – I wanted to pass along some upcoming training opportunities provided by the Tennessee Mental Health Consumers' Association in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Please feel free to forward this email to your list or anyone you feel might be interested. Peer Counseling Training Peer Counseling Training teaches persons with a mental illness the use of active listening and problem solving skills to help peers. Peer counseling training is based on the concept that people generally are capable of solving most of their own problems of daily living. The role of a peer counselor is not to solve problems. Instead , peer counselors learn a structured procedure to help the person generate solutions to their own problems. Peer to Peer Counseling generates a bond and trust. The peer counselor creates a safe context for the free expression of emotions, and helps the person move toward clarity and resolution. Two-day training offering 15 CEU's. 9am-4pm each day No Lunch provided Contact Karen Brasher at (423) 775-3206 or kbrasher@tmhca-tn.org East Region Date: July 23-24,2013 Location: Cherokee, 2018 Western Avenue, Knoxville BRIDGES BRIDGES Teacher Training (Building Recovery of Individual Dreams & Goals through Education & Support ) is a self-help program that provides education and support to mental health consumers. It is available to adults who have a diagnosis of mental illness. Classes include discussions and exercises to help students apply the information. BRIDGES Facilitator Training equips persons to facilitate support groups. BRIDGES support group meetings provide a structured way for individuals to work with one another to strengthen coping skills and deal with the realities of living with a psychiatric disability. 5 day training offering 40 CEU's No Lunch Provided Information Contact Karen Brasher at (423) 775 3206 or kbrasher@tmhca-tn.org West Region Date: August 19-23,2013 Location: La Quinta Inn, 2839 New Brunswick Road, Memphis Mental Health First Aid Is an interactive 8 hour course that presents an overview of mental illness and substance use disorders in the U.S. and introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems, builds understanding of their impact, and overviews common treatments. Those who take the course learn a 5-step action plan encompassing the skills, resources and knowledge to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care. One-day training offering 8 CEU's. Contact Karen Brasher at (423) 775-3206 or kbrasher@tmhca-tn.org Time: 9am-4pm No Lunch Provided West Region Date July 18, 2014 Location: Madison Co. Ag Complex, Auditorium Bld. 309 C North Parkway Jackson, TN 38305 Mental Health First Aid Is an interactive 8 hour course that presents an overview of mental illness and substance use disorders in the U.S. and introduces participants to risk factors and warning signs of mental health problems, builds understanding of their impact, and overviews common treatments. Those who take the course learn a 5-step action plan encompassing the skills, resources and knowledge to help an individual in crisis connect with appropriate professional, peer, social, and self-help care. One-day training offering 8 CEU's. Contact Karen Brasher at (423) 775-3206 or kbrasher@tmhca-tn.org Time: 9am-4pm No Lunch Provided East Region Date: Oct 1, 2013 Location: Aim Center, 472 West Martin Luther King Blvd. Chattanooga, TN 37402 Anthony Fox Tennessee Mental Health Consumers' Association Executive Director 3931 Gallatin Pike Nashville, Tennessee 37216 (615) 835-2223 main (615) 810-9451 fax Email: afox@tmhca-tn.org www.tmhca-tn.org |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:24:23 GMT -5
Thought you all would like to know that Fox News in Nashville came in yesterday and discussed the Goodwill wage issue with several of us (Evelyn, Francisca and me). Then they interviewed me on camera. You can watch the story below. Unfortunately they chose not to use any of the clips where I mentioned competitive integrated employment, but at least they didn’t catch me drooling or anything! Have a great day. www.fox17.com/newsroom/top_stories/videos/wztv_vid_18653.shtml Lisa Primm, MSSW, LAPSW Executive Director, Disability Law & Advocacy Center of Tennessee 2416 21st Avenue South, Suite 100 Nashville, TN 37212 615-298-1080 ext. 118 lisap@dlactn.org |
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:25:11 GMT -5
KNOXVILLE – DON’T BE SHY, CALLING NEW VOLUNTEERS!!!– We have multiple opportunities for you to get involved…no specific skills required!!! We are putting together teams of 2 – 4 volunteers (parents, professionals, college students, or adult Aspies) to plan and implement various activities for our families. The following programs could use your talents***: 1. Friendship Club – Knox (or Metro area): This social skills program holds monthly (or every other month) activities that last 2 – 3 hours and focus on 2 – 3 social skills for each child on the spectrum; tailored to the child’s ability level. (NOTE: we have one parent volunteer already…how about you?) 2. LEGO Club – Knox (or Metro area): This social and motor skills program (created in Tri Cities) can be held monthly or quarterly, lasts about 2 hours, and uses a different LEGO building theme each meeting. 3. Social Activities – Knoxville: These are autism-friendly social events for the family, occurring about 3 times a year. Activities vary, but could include sensory-friendly movies, cookouts or pool parties. The major event in this category is our Christmas Party the first Saturday in December in Knoxville. *** If you can help, either individually or if you and friends wish to serve together, please contact Brook at: info@asaetc.org or (865) 247-5082. ASA-ETC PROGRAMS & SERVICES JUL 9, 2013 – ASA-ETC’s LEGO Club Tri Cities meets the second Tuesday of each month at Physical Therapy Services: 401 E. Main St., Johnson City, TN at 6:30pm for loads of LEGO fun! Individuals with Autism (all ages and skill levels) are welcome to attend, along with typical siblings and peer friends. Please RSVP in advance to ensure sufficient LEGOS for building. RSVP to: Libby Thieben at: ltheiben@gmail.com or (423) 341-4190. COME BUILD WITH US!!! JUL 13, 2013 – UPDATE!! -- ASA-ETC Movie Day is on a Saturday morning!!! We are partnering with Carmike Cinema Knoxville 10: 5020 Millertown Pike, Knoxville to show Monsters University!! Check in starts at 9:30am and Movie begins promptly at 10am. This is a Sensory Friendly movie, with lower volume and dim lights, and they have reserved their largest theatre just for us!! All discounted tickets have been reserved, but you can still join us Saturday morning…payment at the door is $10.25/person (includes popcorn and drink). RSVP by July 8th if at all possible, so we prepare enough popcorn & drinks: uygifts@att.net or asaetc@gmail.com or by phone to: (865) 335-9370 or (865) 247-5082. JUL 16, 2013 -- ASA-ETC is hosting a STEP Workshop on “Basic Rights: A Parent’s Introduction to Special Education IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act)” from 5 – 7:45pm in the Cherokee Health Systems Community Room: 2018 Western Ave., Knoxville, TN 37921. Workshop is designed for parents of children in special education or who might need special education. Gain a working knowledge of Special Ed laws, including your role in developing an appropriate education program (IEP) and how to partner effectively with the school team in the process. RSVP is required and limited to the first 15 people to sign up! RSVP to ASA-ETC at: info@asaetc.org or (865) 247-5082. JUL 20, 2013 -- ASA-ETC’s Friendship Club Smoky Mountains is headed to the East TN Discovery Center in Knoxville, TN. Party is from 10am – noon, and cost is FREE, just bring a snack or drink to share. For more information about this great center, go to: www.etdiscovery.org and even though the party room closes at Noon, your family can stay and enjoy the center. Please RSVP for this event so we know how many people to plan for! RSVP to Rebecca at: mauricesmama@gmail.com or post on the Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/186947241363635/ . SEE YOU THERE!!! AUG 13, 2013 – ASA-ETC’s LEGO Club Tri Cities meets the second Tuesday of each month at Physical Therapy Services: 401 E. Main St., Johnson City, TN at 6:30pm for loads of LEGO fun! Individuals with Autism (all ages and skill levels) are welcome to attend, along with typical siblings and peer friends. Please RSVP in advance to ensure sufficient LEGOS for building. RSVP to: Libby Thieben at: ltheiben@gmail.com or (423) 341-4190. COME BUILD WITH US!!! AUG 17, 2013 – 2nd Annual Autism Awareness Night at the Smokies Ball Park in Kodak, TN. This special game includes Gold Glove Bobble Head Give-a-way Night AND an appearance by Bboy McCoy! Game begins at 6:15pm (gate opens at 5pm). Individuals with autism and their families receive discounted ticket prices ***. There will be information about autism, upcoming Fall Education Conference, workshops, and activities in East TN at a special table on the concourse, and a small silent auction will be held to raise money for ASA-ETC’s programs and services (***for discounted tickets, go to: smokies.streamlineticketing.com/web/group.asp Username: Autism and Password: Smokies2013.) Get tickets early; there are only a limited number available!! AUG 20, 2013 -- ASA-ETC is hosting a STEP Workshop on “Development of the IEP” in Knoxville, TN from 5 – 8pm in the Cherokee Health Systems Community Room: 2018 Western Ave., Knoxville, TN 37921. This is a hands-on workshop that is designed for parents who have attended the BASIC RIGHTS Workshop and are ready for the Next Step – fine tuning the IEP document to reflect all of your child’s unique needs to lead toward positive educational outcomes. Participants are asked to bring the IEP and learn specific techniques to use in developing goals and objectives designed to meet their child’s individual needs. RSVP is required and limited to the first 15 people to sign up! RSVP to ASA-ETC at: info@asaetc.org or (865) 247-5082. SEP 23, 2013 -- SAVE THE DATE!!! ASA-ETC / Breakthrough Corporation Annual Golf Tournament. This 4 person modified scramble at Willow Creek Golf Course in Knoxville is a great event with morning and afternoon tee-off times, great food, closest to hole and long drive prizes, outstanding silent auction items, and much much more!!! For more information and registration details, visit: www.asaetc.org or www.breakthroughknoxville.com. Plan now to join us! OCT 8, 2013 -- ASA-ETC’s LEGO Club Tri Cities meets the second Tuesday of each month at Physical Therapy Services: 401 E. Main St., Johnson City, TN at 6:30pm for loads of LEGO fun! Individuals with Autism (all ages and skill levels) are welcome to attend, along with typical siblings and peer friends. Please RSVP in advance to ensure sufficient LEGOS for building. RSVP to: Libby Thieben at: ltheiben@gmail.com or (423) 341-4190. COME BUILD WITH US!!! OCT 12, 2013 -- ASA-ETC is partnering with Knox County Schools for our Annual Fall Education Conference. This all-day training will be held at Bearden High School in Knoxville (new venue and more space!) and will feature a complete social skills track, with multiple sessions by Model Me Kids®. There will also be two other training tracks, facilitated by local professionals, covering a variety of topics for all ages, including puberty, teen, and young adult issues. NEW this year is a long lunch session called Table Talk. Grab your lunch and find a table that’s discussing your “burning issue”! There will be many topic choices; we hope to have something for everyone! Currently we are seeking Conference Sponsors and Nonprofit Exhibitors! For more information, contact ASA-ETC at: asaetc@gmail.com or (865) 247-5082. DEADLINE for Conference Sponsorships is June 30th. Exhibitors may register from now throughout the formal registration period. Registration opens in July…see you there! NOV 12, 2013 -- ASA-ETC’s LEGO Club Tri Cities meets the second Tuesday of each month at Physical Therapy Services: 401 E. Main St., Johnson City, TN at 6:30pm for loads of LEGO fun! Individuals with Autism (all ages and skill levels) are welcome to attend, along with typical siblings and peer friends. Please RSVP in advance to ensure sufficient LEGOS for building. RSVP to: Libby Thieben at: ltheiben@gmail.com or (423) 341-4190. COME BUILD WITH US!!! -------------------------------------------- LOCAL RESOURCES & ITEMS OF INTEREST Do you write short stories or poetry? Do you paint, draw or take pictures? Then we’d like to see your work for possible publication! The editor will consider: Fiction, up to 1,000 words, and poems, whether traditional or modern, Photos and all other forms of artwork. ALL ENTRIES MUST BE SUBMITTED BY JULY 15, 2013. Content is devoted to material by or about persons with disabilities. We’ll give contributors a prominent by-line, a biographical note and copies of the issue. Please include your name, hometown, complete contact information and a two- or three-sentence biography with your submission. Limit of three (3) submissions per artist or writer. Send your submissions to: Ned Andrew Solomon, Breaking Ground, Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities, Davy Crockett Tower, 1st Floor / 500 James Robertson Parkway / Nashville, Tennessee 37243. Questions? Call 615-532-6556 or email: ned.solomon@tn.gov --------------------------------------- KNOXVILLE -- Kerbela Shrine Circus will be offering Open Doors Tennessee FREE circus tickets for families who have children with special needs. The circus this year will be held on Friday October 25 - Sunday October 27th at Thompson Boling arena in Knoxville. If you are interested in these FREE tickets, please send me the following information: name, address, telephone #, how many tickets you need. Thanks, Cheri Howlett: cah37849@aol.com KNOXVILLE -- An Open Mind, LLC is now offering In-Home Child and Family Relational Coaching for all ages in Knoxville and the nearby surrounding areas. The CFRC program is designed for busy families who are struggling with issues such as behavioral problems, anger, poor social skills, parent-child relational problems, and many others. The Child and Family Relational Coach will work with the parents and their children in the comfort of their own home to determine the goals for the household and how to obtain those goals. The coach will use various therapeutic avenues such as behavioral modification, anger management, emotional regulation, and appropriate expression of feelings in order to help these families become happy and healthy again. This service can also be offered in office as well if requested. If you would like additional information about services offered, please go to the website at www.AnOpenMindLLC.com or call Lara Edington at (865) 335-7812. ------------------------------------ CHATTANOOGA – Greater Chattanooga Aspies are getting together for a ballgame…Chattanooga Football Club vs. New Orleans Jesters, When: Saturday, June 29, 7:15, Where: Finley Stadium. For more info contact Scott Kramer at: GCA Facebook Group. www.facebook.com/groups/GCAspies CLEVELAND -- Sensory Film - Monster's U…When: June 29, 10am to noon...Where: UEC Theatre 14, 137 Pleasant Grove Rd, Cleveland (exit 20 junction on hwy 75)…Cost: $5 per person. The lights and sound will be at a tolerable level not too low and not too high. Since this showing will be families with kids with ASD and siblings, talking and moving around is not frowned on. :-) If your child has special dietary needs, UEC says is allowing you to bring in snack for that child. However, regular concessions will be available for purchase! For more info, go to: www.facebook.com/events/170085046480470/ CHATTANOOGA -- Teen Asperger's Group…If you have a child in middle or high school looking for a social group, please consider this group. TAG meets every other month at different places around Chattanooga. Past events have included pizza, bowling, and Lookout games. Parents will also enjoy the support group and occasional outings for just them! Please contact beckytruexx@gmail.com for more information. Parents must attend these events with their child. Siblings are welcome. For more info on this and other Chattanooga events, go to CAC website: www.chattanoogaautismcenter.org/ CHATTANOOGA -- Greater Chattanooga Aspies are having their semi-monthly meeting on Thursday, July 18, 6pm to 7:30 at CAC: 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100. . For more info contact Scott Kramer at: GCA Facebook Group. www.facebook.com/groups/GCAspies ----------------------------------- Dear Friends and Colleagues, There is so much exciting news about Autism Society’s 44th Annual National Conference, we wanted to share a few highlights with you. If you haven’t already, please consider joining us in Pittsburgh for the conference. For more information, visit: www.autism-society.org/get-nvolved/conference/general-sessions.html .To register, go to: asaweb.expoplanner.com/index.cfm?do=reg.flow&event_id=4Pre-Conference Workshops - Pre-Conference Workshops are empowering and interactive. Attending one gives you the chance to dig deep into one specific topic. This year we are offering eight in-depth sessions. Some of these Pre-Conference Workshops include: Preparing for Adulthood, Pre-Conference Workshop Combines Family/Legal Perspectives, and A Faith-Based Family: From Challenging Behaviors to Values & Life Skills. Did You Know that the New 44th Autism Society National Conference Now has an Online Discussion Forum!!! Exclusively for Prospective and Registered Attendees, the Conference Forum will provide an opportunity to discuss this year’s program, network with other attendees, explore accommodation and transportation options, seek out recommendations for food and entertainment, and more. We hope you take the opportunity to join the online discussion. New this Year: Interaction Badges - This year we are excited to incorporate interaction badges into our traditional badge ribbons. Interaction badges help address the social anxiety some attendees experience in large gatherings. These badges are color-coded indications of the attendee’s level of comfort in social interaction. Interaction badge materials will be available at the Registration Counter. Click here to learn more about what’s new this year. Thank you for joining us in Pittsburgh, we look forward to seeing you there! Sincerely, Your Friends at the Autism Society ------------------------------- EMORY AUTISM CENTER’s 2013 Monarch Summer Workshop. It will be held on July 25th and 26th at the Atlanta Marriott Century Center Hotel. It is located off of Clairmont Road and Interstate 85. Our brochure is in PDF format (but can be sent to you in Microsoft Publisher if you can’t open a PDF attachment. Please e-mail us if you need that). This year our main speaker will be Ami Klin, Ph.D.. He is the director of the Marcus Autism Center. We will be covering topics around children with autism spectrum disorders from toddlers to high school. We welcome all who may have an interest in attending this event. (Detailed information on speakers and credits are in our brochure). Registration fees are: $140.00 per person until June 1st. $160.00 per person after June 1st. (Payments must be postmarked by June 1st in order to qualify for early registration). We accept payments by checks or credit cards. If you have specific questions, they can be addressed to either Sheila Wagner or Katie Rogers. sheila.wagner@emory.edu or kkroger@emory.edu are their respective e-mail addresses or can be reached at 404-727-8350). We thank you for your interest, Monarch Program at Emory Autism Center: 1551 Shoup Court, Atlanta, GA. 30322, (404)727-8350 = Phone, (404)727-3969 = Fax ------------------------------------ NASHVILLE – SAVE THE DATE!! – Autism Society of Middle TN (ASMT) is hosting their Fall Conference titled: “Social Thinking Across the Home and School Day” on Saturday, September 21, 2013 at Lipscomb University. We are excited to have Renee Attaway, M.S., CCC-SLP as our speaker this year on the topic "Understanding Social Thinking Across the Home and School Day: The ILAUGH Model of Social Cognition" as authored by Michelle Garcia-Winner. This conference is perfect for parents and professionals to understand the inner mind of persons high on the Autism Spectrum (Asperger Syndrome, PDD‐NOS or High Functioning Autism), with ADHD, Non‐Verbal Learning Disability or have no working diagnosis but they fit the clinical picture! Participants will learn not only functional treatment strategies they can use both at school and at home, but they will also better understand why these students’ react and respond the way they do. Registration will open online by August 1, 2013. CEUs will be offered. Mark your calendars and join them!
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Jul 4, 2013 13:25:49 GMT -5
SAVE THE DATE for a FREE Sports Concussion Seminar for community coaches, parents, school administrators, and athletes. When: Tuesday, August 13th, 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Where: University Center Auditorium on the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga campus Sponsored by: * Vanderbilt Sports Concussion Center with the support of the Rawlings Sporting Goods Company * Chattanooga Concussion Prevention Initiative * Chattanooga Area Brain Injury Association * University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Graduate Athletic Training Education Program Please be sure to save this with your friends, family, colleagues, and anyone else involved in sports both in your schools or in the community. More information to follow! Scott L. Bruce, MS, ATC Lecturer/Director of Recruitment University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Department 6606 615 McCallie Avenue Chattanooga, TN 37403-2598 (O) 423/425-1733 (FAX) - 423/425-5214 (Cell) - 423/240-1708 Scott-Bruce@utc.edu<mailto:Scott-Bruce@utc.edu> www.utc.edu/gatp<http://www.utc.edu/gatp>Lisa J. Morgan, CTRS Service Coordinator Chattanooga Area Brain Injury Association One Siskin Plaza Chattanooga, TN 37403 (423) 634-1572 phone (423) 413-3203 cell (423) 634-4542 fax chattanoogabraininjury@gmail.com<mailto:chattanoogabraininjury@gmail.com> http://www.cabiatn.org<http://www.cabiatn.org/> |
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