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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 13:52:12 GMT -5
Boo in the Zoo Boo in the Zoo Dreamnight Thursday, October 24th, 5:30-8pm. Join us for the most Spooktacular event of the season! The Chattanooga Zoo's annual Boo in the Zoo celebration includes a dance/DJ in the Education Building, some of your most loveable cartoon characters, trick-or-treat stations, costume contests, pizza, games, and much more! This non-scary Halloween event is sure to have the whole family talking for years to come. Dreamnight is a free, open house event for individuals with special needs and/or terminal illnesses and their families or caretakers. Dreamnight offers a VIP Zoo visit that acknowledges and accommodates the unique circumstances that generally limit relaxing outings for these families during normal operating hours. Please RSVP to the Zoo at 423-697-1319 --------------------------------- Chillin' Like Villains Young Adult Social Group Chillin' Like Villains is a young adult social group for individuals who have various disabilities. We meet once a month at different locations around town, and do a variety of activities such as attend sporting events, potluck dinners, movies and much more! October- UTC Mocs Football Game - Saturday, October 5- 6pm Let's cheer on the Mocs at one of their home games! The cost is $10/person with the group rate. In order to receive the group rate, you must RSVP by 10/2. If you RSVP after this date, you will not receive the rate. If you request a ticket, and are a no-show, you will be expected to pay. SPACE IS LIMITED! RSVP to Jessie at 423-643-5716 or steele_je@chattanooga.gov. --------------------------------------- C.H.I.P.S. Golf Golf Program WHAT: Calling C.H.I.P.S. Golfers! Join us this fall for a round of golf. WHO: Participants must be able to play nine holes independently. WHEN: Tuesday evenings, 5:30pm until dusk DATES: 10/1 and 10/8 WHERE: Brown Acres Golf Course COST: $5 each date CONTACT: Must register 3 days before scheduled dates Elaine at 423.697-1345 or adams_e@chattanooga.gov ------------------ Hiking - Monthly Hike Group With the beautiful fall weather coming up, we are excited to once again gear up for our hiking group! OCTOBER: Tuesday, Oct. 15, 6pm@ Lula Lake More Info: Lula Lake Land Trust is a private land trust that is open to the public several times a month. Lula Lake offers many ways for people of all ages to participate and get involved. At Lula Lake you'll discover a few great hiking and biking trails in which you can cover lots of different terrain and experience the majestic beauty of nature. You'll have the opportunity to hike down to the base of a 150 foot waterfall; Lula Falls, and experience the flora and fauna of Chattanooga outdoors. Located in Lookout Mountain, GA. Map(s) and directions: Allow 25 minutes driving time from downtown; Take Hwy. 58 South from St. Elmo up Lookout Mountain to a T-intersection with Lula Lake Road; Turn left (south) and go 4.5 miles to the gravel drive entrance (normally) marked on the left. Follow the gravel drive to an area marked for parking CONTACT: Jessie to RSVP and with any questions: 423-643-5716 or steele_je@chattanooga.gov -------------------------------- Scenic City & SPARC, A Chapter of DSUSA, Adaptive Cycling Cycling Program WHAT/WHO: An adaptive cycling program for individuals with disabilities. Hand cycles and tandem bikes are available for individuals who have physical and visual disabilities. Three wheeled bikes and additional bikes available too! In addition to this, Outdoor Chattanooga (www.outdoorchattanooga.com) brings their bike fleet for additional support and traditional bikes are available to check out! Depending on the cycle needed participants will have to be approved by the group that owns the cycle and fill out liability forms from the specific group you will be using a cycle from. DATES: Oct. 14 WHERE: The Tennessee Riverpark at the Hubert Fry Center (4501 Amnicola Hwy) COST: FREE! CONTACT: Please note that equipment is limited and pre-registration is REQUIRED! Contact Elaine at 423-697-1345 or adams_e@chattanooga.gov Minimum Requirements for the Safety of Participants: 1. Must have the cognitive ability to follow directions and instructions 2. Must be able to apply the brakes and come to a complete stop by the end of the first day of participation 3. Must be able to ride independently on the path with a volunteer by the third day of participation 4. Traumatic Brain Injury(TBI) must be one year post injury 5. Must not have medical issues which could endanger the participant, including seizures 6. Approved helmets must be worn by all riders 7. Participants, or guardians for participants under the age of 18, must sign liability release forms from SPARC, A Chapter of DSUSA ------------------------------------------- Scenic City Adaptive Paddling Program Adaptive Kayak/Canoe Class WHAT: This program provides the opportunity for participants to learn the skill of kayaking under the instruction of Daxton Bacalman and with the help of skilled volunteers. WHO: Individuals with physical and/or cognitive/intellectual disabilities and their family members. No prior skill or experience necessary! WHEN: Every other Wednesday, as well as, a monthly trip WHERE: *Meeting at Greenway Farms for the month of October TIME: *5-6:30pm for the month of October COST: FREE! CONTACT: *Location and times change monthly, so be sure to get on the contact list to stay in the loop and also receive information on monthly trips! Contact Jessie at 423.643.5716 or steele_je@chattanooga.gov Please RSVP by the Tuesday of the week of the class. All equipment and adaptations provided! The grant funding for this program is awarded by U.S. Paralympics, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee, through funding provided by Veterans Affairs. The grants are provided to facilitate the growth of Paralympic sport programming for disabled Veterans and disabled members of the Armed Forces. --------------------------------- Sunshine Ambassadors Dance Class - Dance Program WHAT: Sunshine Ambassadors, Inc. is a 501-c-3 public charity whose mission is to enrich the lives of individuals with disabilities through dance, utilizing both structured classes and public performances. We emphasize "progression" for individuals and the group, rather than "perfection" of either. Progression for one dancer may be learning to follow directions and to stay focused; another dancer may learn the joy of being active; one may improve in gross motor skills, while another may learn to work together in a group setting. Instruction provided by Brittany Davis. WHO: all ages! WHEN: Mondays, beginning August 26th - November 25th TIME: 5-5:45pm WHERE: Hixson Community Center (5400 Old School Drive) COST: FREE! CONTACT: Jessie at 423.643.5716 or steele_je@chattanooga.gov ------------------ Team River Runner Kayaking for Wounded Warriors and Their Families WHAT: Team River Runner (TRR), a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, gives active duty service members and veterans an opportunity to find health, healing, and new challenges through whitewater boating and other paddling sports. Chattanooga Therapeutic Recreation Services started a chapter this past Spring. WHO: Veterans and active duty service members who have a disability, and their family members. This includes PTSD, TBI, SCI and others that qualify as disability. No previous kayak experience required! You will be met on whichever level you are currently at. WHEN: Every other Wednesday, as well as, a monthly trip TIME: *5-6:30pm WHERE: *See contact info below COST: FREE! CONTACT: *Location and times change monthly, so be sure to get on the contact list to stay in the loop and receive information on the monthly trip! Contact Jessie at 423.643.5716 or steele_je@chattanooga.gov and please RSVP by the Tuesday before class. The grant funding for this program is awarded by U.S. Paralympics, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee, through funding provided by Veterans Affairs. The grants are provided to facilitate the growth of Paralympic sport programming for disabled Veterans and disabled members of the Armed Forces. ----------------------------- Club Discovery This fall, children ages 6-12 are invited to experience Club Discovery as we explore Medieval Times! The fall session of Club Discovery will be held Tuesday evenings, September 17 and 24, October 1, 8 and 15 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Children will learn about this fascinating time period by making crowns and flower garland head wreaths, creating food from the Renaissance time period and creating their very own coat of arms for their kingdom complete with a shield. A special fall mini-session will be held Tuesday evenings, November 5, 12 and 19 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and will feature Vikings as the subject. Children will discover Scandinavian mythology, how Vikings lived, and taste foods the Vikings may have eaten. Many adventures are to be had during this exciting mini-session. A family membership is awarded in the spring to all participants who attend a minimum of 10 of the 16 meeting times taking place in the fall of 2013 and spring of 2014. To make your reservation by phone, call Nancy at (423) 648-6045 or Beth at (423) 648-6040. We look forward to seeing you at Club D. ___________________________ Chattanooga Autism Awareness Walk November 9, 2013 If you want more information or wish to help raise awareness about autism in our community, THIS EVENT IS FOR YOU! The Chattanooga Autism Awareness Walk's mission is to teach people in our region about autism. Walkers will learn about what autism is, how prevalent it is, how it affects behavior, how it can be different across individuals and how it can affect one's journey through life. Walkers will also learn how families appreciate that their community better understands autism and what they are going through. To register or for more information: www.chattanoogaautismcenter.org ______________________ Challenged Athletes Foundation It is the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation® (CAF) to provide opportunities and support to people with physical disabilities so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. CAF believes that involvement in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life. _____________________________________________________________ Chattanooga Down Syndrome Society Announcement New Support Group - Ages 6-12 The CDSS is currently seeking families and caregivers who may have a need for a support group for your children with Down syndrome ages 6-12. The purpose for this support group is to have monthly meetings for families to come together, share experiences, give emotional support, educational opportunities, celebrate achievements & milestones and provide socialization for the entire family. Get in on the early planning stages of this newly-forming group and be a key member! The first meeting is being planned for October, 2013! If you are interested please contact Donna at donnaconway0419@aol.com. "You are normal if only you are not abnormal. But by the time abnormality is defined, you are left with the disturbing suspicion that there is no one, including yourself, from whom abnormality is entirely absent." ~Wendell Johnson
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 13:53:04 GMT -5
Chattanooga Parks & Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation Services | 1254 East Third Street | Chattanooga | TN | 37404
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 13:53:44 GMT -5
Adults with ASD Fun Event - October 13
We are painting ceramics at Brushfire Pottery Studio in Green Hills! The Adults with ASD Fun Events are for adults 18 and over that can be responsible for themselves. If you would like to join us on Sunday, October 13 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., please email Melissa Meadows to R.S.V.P. no later than Thursday, October 10. mmeadows@tnautism.org ----------------------------------------
SibSaturday - November 9
Sib Saturday is a social group for kids ages 5 to 12 who have a sibling with ASD. The cost is $15 per child (lunch is provided) and reservations are required by Thursday, November 7 at 2:00 p.m. Call 615-385-2077, ext. 3 to reserve your spot.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 13:55:37 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 13:56:20 GMT -5
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
SAVE THE DATE Chattanooga Autism Conference - April 4, 2014
CAC Monthly Workshop The monthly workshop is tonight at 6:30 at the CAC. Christina Moore, autism specialist with HCDE, will be doing a presentation on classroom supports. Don't miss the opportunity to learn about what supports are available to your child.
Sensory-Friendly Movies CAC Out 'n' About Events has partnered with UEC Theaters in Cleveland, TN to provide sensory-friendly versions of newly released movies. These movies occur once a month, and are available to individuals and their families affected by developmental disabilities, including autism. The lights in the theater are turned up, and the volume is turned down. The cost is $5.25 each. Come join us this Saturday, October 5th, at 10:00 to see Cloudy w/a Chance of Meatballs 2.
Free Autism 101 Workshop Autism Society of America-E. TN Chapter is hosting an Autism 101 workshop at Siskin Children's Institute on Thursday, October 17, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wherever you are on your autism journey (parent, grandparent, caregive, or professional) you should find this workshop helpful. Participants can expect to hear two presentations - one by a parent with a teenager on the spectrum and one by a clinical psychologist who specializes in Autism. This workshop is free, but you MUST REGISTER! Email Karen Coleman or call (423) 648-1768 to sign up.
Cookbook - Send in Your Dessert Recipes
Empower Me Trinity Lutheran Church has started a homeschool enrichment program called Empower Me. They meet every Tuesday 9:30-2:00. Registration fee is $30 and the cost is $10/mo. Serving ages 6-12, both special needs and typically developing. They teach Bible, art and P.E. Contact Traci Nelson at 423-619-6133 for more information.
Interested in Large-Scale Pizza Sale Fundraiser? Frank Liguori sells frozen pizzas for $5 and will donate $1 per pizza to the CAC (min. of 2700 pizzas pre-sold before event). He is looking for an ambitious leader who would be interested in developing this project further. If that sounds like you, call Frank at 678-521-3691 or email him at frank_liguori@hotmail.com
CAHH Have you heard of the Chattanooga Aspies History Hunters? They are CAC's newest group for adults on the spectrum who enjoy learning about the history of Chattanooga. They meet on the 1st Wednesday of every month at the CAC. Please join them this Wednesday at 7:00 to hear Speaker Maury Nicely. Mr. Nicely is the author of the East Tennessee Walking Tour and Historical Guide, and is also a member of the Executive Committee of the Chattanooga Historical Museum.
Links From Previous Newsletters: Greater Chattanooga Aspies Yahoo Group (moderated) Teen Asperger's Group, Beckie Truex. * Schedule IEP consultation with Lifeline *WE NEED YOUR RECIPES! Finding Karate by Corey Green
Links for the Chattanooga Autism Walk: fb_twitter_jpeg*Follow the walk on Twitter! @chattautismwalk *Walk Facebook page: facebook.com/chattautismwalk *Autism Sign Sponsor link * Posters, PDF *Volunteer for the Walk! *Posters, JPEG
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 13:56:54 GMT -5
AUTISM-RELATED EVENTS:
CAC Workshop When: Tuesday, October 1st, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 Topic: Supports, Christina Moore, HCDE Autism Consultant. Discussing the different supports that can be put into place in the classroom to help children be successful and how they can be implemented.
Chatt Aspies History Hunters When: Wednesday, October 2nd at 7:00pm Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100, Chattanooga CAHH is excited to announce that Maury Nicely will be coming to speak to our group. Mr. Nicely is the author of the East Tennessee Walking Tour and Historical Guide, and is also a member of the Executive Committee of the Chattanooga Historical Museum.
HOPE When: Thursday, October 3rd, 12:00 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
GCA Semimonthly Support Group Meeting When: Thursday, October 3rd, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, GCA is a support group for adults (18+) with high-functioning ASD.
Sensory-Friendly Movie: Cloudy w Chance of Meatballs 2 When: Saturday, October 5, 10:00 am Where: UEC Theaters, 137 Pleasant Grove Rd, McDonald Admission is $5.25 (3 yrs and up). Concessions will be open (no outside food or drink allowed with exception of special diets). The lights in the theater will be brought up and the volume will be turned down. Moving around the theater will not be a problem.
GCA - 7th Annual Glenwood Jazz Festival When: Saturday, October 5, 6:00 Where: 2225 McCallie Avenue (Behind Parkridge Hospital) Enjoy music from various local jazz bands, food vendors, activities for children and a general great time! GCA is a support group for adults (18+) with high-functioning ASD.
HOPE - Nights When: Monday, October 7th, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
HCDE/ Stellar Therapy Workshop When: Tuesday, October 15, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: HCDE Dept of Edu, 3074 Hickory Valley Rd Topic: Fine Motor Skills Development Janel Morton will teach simple activities that you can do with inexpensive materials in the home and the classroom to improve skills such as handwriting and self-care.
ASA-ETC Fall Conference When: Saturday, October 12th, 8:00-4:00 p.m. Where: Bearden H.S., 8352 Kingston Pike, Knoxville Topic: “Practical Strategies for Social Skills & Organizational Success for Those with ASD from Elementary through Adulthood." Go to ASA-ETC website to register online.
Mothers Moving Mountains When: Saturday, October 12th, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Where: Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Highway Topic: Speaker: Kelly Paschall will share information about Usborne Books, a publishing company which specializes in books for children, birth through the teenage years and beyond. You will have an opportunity to hear all about a great local resource and maybe even add a few items to your upcoming Christmas and other holiday gift lists.
2013 Fall Festival When: Sunday, Oct 13th, 12:30pm (rain date of 10/20/13) Where: Mystery Dog Ranch, 975 Wooten Rd , in Ringgold. It is time for our 2nd Annual Fall Festival ! Activities will include horse and pony rides, fishing, face painting, pumpkin decorating, hayride, corn hole, wonderful foods and more! If you are interested in volunteering in the preparation for this event or assisting on the day of, please contact Melissa or Celeste.
HOPE When: Thursday, October 17th, 12:00 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
GCA Semimonthly Support Group Meeting When: Thursday, October 17, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, GCA is a support group for adults (18+) with high-functioning ASD.
Kick-a-Thon When: October 19, at 10:00am Where: Lookout Valley H.S., 350 Lookout High St. Hosted by Green's Karate, this a great way for your kids to raise money for the CAC and also have a chance to win some $$$ themselves!! Kids collect pledges from neighbors and family during the weeks before the event. Each kick in a 5 minute period will raise money for the CAC. You can find the pledge sheets and more information on our website. Happy kicking!!!
Fire Station Visit When: Saturday, October 26, 10:00 a.m. Where: CFD Station #7, 6911 Discovery Dr, Enterprise South Families of all ages are welcome. Participants can expect a brief safety video, meet the firefighters, tour the facility, watch a demonstration of a fireman suiting up in full gear, and sit in a fire truck. This is a great opportunity for kids to see that firefighters are not scary.
GCA - UTC vs. The Citadel Football Game When: Saturday, October 26,2:00 pm Where: Finley Stadium, Chattanooga, TN GCA will meet about 1:45 around the ticket booth to sit together. The fun continues at The Terminal Brewhouse for an after-game meal.
Boo at the Zoo Dreamnight When: Thursday, October 24th, 5:30-8:00 p.m. Where: Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave Dreamnight is a free, open house event for individuals with special needs and/or terminal illnesses and their families or caretakers. Dreamnight offers a VIP Zoo visit that acknowledges and accommodates the unique circumstances that generally limit relaxing outings for these families during normal operating hours. Please RSVP to the Zoo at 423-697-1319
GCA - Visit the Hunter Museum of Art When: Sunday, November 3, 1:00 Where: Hunter Museum 10 Bluff View, Chattanooga First free Sunday! GCA is a support group for adults (18+) on with high-functioning ASD.
HOPE When: Thursday, November 7th, 12:00 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
GCA Semimonthly Support Group Meeting When: Thursday, November 7th, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, GCA is a support group for adults (18+) with high-functioning ASD. Chattanooga Autism Awareness Walk When: November 9th, 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!!
Mothers Moving Mountains When: Saturday, November 9th, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Where: Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Highway Topic: Lisa Dupree, M.Ed., will share ideas and tips for planning for the Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations and other holidays."Preparing Our Hearts and Homes for the Holidays with Joy and Simplicity".
CAC Workshop When: Tuesday, November 12, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 Topic: Reflex Workshop, Mary Mullins, OTR/L. Under developed reflexes can cause multiple problems including behavioral problems and motor planning/coordination problems. Learn how developing those reflexes can help your child.
LCCA Train Event--Open House When: Saturday, November 16th, 9:00-1:00 p.m. Where: TBD The Lionel Collector's Club of America has extended an invitation to our families at their open house to view a local member's train layout. Families are welcome to stop by and tour the layout.
HCDE/ Stellar Therapy Workshop When: Tuesday, November 19, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: HCDE Dept of Edu, 3074 Hickory Valley Rd Topic: TBD
HOPE When: Thursday, November 21st, 12:00 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
GCA Semimonthly Support Group Meeting When: Thursday, November 21st, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, GCA is a support group for adults (18+) with high-functioning ASD.
HOPE-Evenings When: Thursday, December 2nd, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
CAC Workshop When: Tuesday, December 3rd, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 Topic: Getting SSI for your Disabled Child, Donna Green, Attorney specializing in SSI Law.
HOPE When: Thursday, December 5th, 12:00 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
GCA Semimonthly Support Group Meeting When: Thursday, December 5th, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, GCA is a support group for adults (18+) with high-functioning ASD.
Holiday Lights Dreamnight (at the Zoo) When: Thursday, December 12th, 5:30-8:00 p.m. See the Chattanooga Zoo transformed into a magical wonderland! Visit the animals, get your picture taken with Santa Claus and enjoy fun holiday games, crafts and food! This event is free for individuals with special needs and/or terminal illnesses and their families or caretakers.
Mothers Moving Mountains When: Saturday, December 14th, 1:00-3:00 p.m. Where: Nutrition World, 6201 Lee Highway Topic: This will be a group discussion on coping tips and finding joy in our journeys with special needs. Each person will have an opportunity to share what has benefited their family and brainstorm for ideas for challenging behaviors and issues for which answers are few. You will leave this meeting with hope and feel encouraged to face tomorrow.
HOPE When: Thursday, December 19th, 12:00 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 HOPE (Helping Other Parents Excel) is a support group for parents of children on the spectrum. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at noon, and on the 1st Monday evening at 6:30 at the CAC.
GCA Semimonthly Support Group Meeting When: Thursday, December 19th, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, GCA is a support group for adults (18+) with high-functioning ASD.
CAC Workshop When: Tuesday, January 7th, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 Topic: TBD
Hispanic Outreach Meet & Greet When: Saturday, January 25 Where: TBD Get to know the newest program of the CAC. Understand all there is to know about autismo from a bilingual speaker.
HCDE/ Stellar Therapy Workshop When: Tuesday, January 28, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: HCDE Dept of Edu, 3074 Hickory Valley Rd Topic: TBD
CAC Workshop When: Tuesday, February 4th, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 Topic: TBD
HCDE/ Stellar Therapy Workshop When: Tuesday, February 28, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: HCDE Dept of Edu, 3074 Hickory Valley Rd Topic: TBD
CAC Workshop When: Tuesday, March 4th, 6:30 p.m. Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Ave, Suite 100 Topic: TBD
HCDE/ Stellar Therapy Workshop When: Tuesday, April 1, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: HCDE Dept of Edu, 3074 Hickory Valley Rd Topic: TBD
5th Annual Chattanooga Autism Conference When: April 4, All Day! Where: Chattanooga Convention Center Theme: "Autism: The Next Steps"
HCDE/ Stellar Therapy Workshop When: Tuesday, May 6, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Where: HCDE Office, 3074 Hickory Valley Rd Topic: TBD
Tel: (423) 531-6961 Fax: (423) 521-8094 1400 McCallie Avenue, Suite 100, Chattanooga TN 37404
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:04:39 GMT -5
OCTOBER MONTHLY UPDATE October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! www.us6.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=36a634d495&e=92afdfd582Held each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is a national campaign that raises awareness about disability employment issues and celebrates the many and varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. One way you can participate in NDEAM is through Disability Mentoring Day, which is a nationwide effort to promote career development for students with disabilities through hands-on career exploration. Click here to learn about how you can participate: www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=ca79cec08b&e=92afdfd582Check out TN Disability Pathfinder's Calendar of employment events for National Disability Employment Awareness Month being held in Tennessee! www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=052de10e08&e=92afdfd582Click here to view the TN DD Network's video on employment, "Connecting to the Future: Employment and Disabilities. www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=32d7c0f53b&e=92afdfd582------------ Governor Haslam's Executive Order on Employment for People with Disabilities If you haven't already read Gov. Haslam's executive order regarding expanding community employment opportunities for Tennesseans with disabilities, click here! www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=26c7293989&e=92afdfd582The order established an Employment First Task Force involving a variety of stakeholders, including the Council, to determine ways our state can begin to increase competitive and integrated employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The task force has begun meeting and the Council will keep you updated on the progress of this group. ---------------------------------------------- Vocational Rehabilitation Opens Priority Category #3! On Oct. 1, the Vocational Rehabilitation program will be releasing individuals from the waiting list who are currently in Priority Category 3. Each client from the waiting list will be sent a letter from his/her VR counselor indicating release from the waiting list. More information about the opening of this category, and NDEAM events around the state is available here. www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=a11df540b1&e=92afdfd582---------------------------------------------------------- DLAC’s New Area of Focus: IEP Implementation Beginning October 1, the Disability Law & Advocacy Center (DLAC) will begin to take individual advocacy cases related to IEP implementation and appropriate Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP). Click here for more information. www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=8f7175083e&e=92afdfd582--------------------------------- TN Kindred Stories of Disability Have you seen Kindred's new collection of stories: Multicultural Perspectives on Disability? www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=40a5f31a4b&e=92afdfd582The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center, The Arc Tennessee, and TennesseeWorks are also seeking stories about Tennesseans with intellectual and developmental disabilities related to their challenges and successes with employment. Why participate? To help others in similar situations. To create awareness of disability issues in the state of Tennessee. To educate service providers, state policymakers, and the general public on issues of disability. To engage in the disability community to create positive change. To participate, contact Courtney Taylor courtney.taylor@vanderbilt.edu, (615) 322-5658 -------------------------------------------- TN Children’s Cabinet launches website, KidCentral TN Tennessee’s one-stop shop for information and resources to raise healthy and happy kids: Families using kidcentraltn.com will be able to learn about children’s health, read about popular parenting topics, track important child milestones and find vital resources using the State Services Directory. --------------------------------------- Upcoming Events: Oct.1, Jackson; Oct. 8, Nashville – Fair Housing Training for People with Disabilities – Discussion of fair housing rights for Tennesseans with disabilities. www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=cb24509f99&e=92afdfd582October 19 – Sports4All’s Hike for Health, Edwin Warner Park, Nashville www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=9c125fddc8&e=92afdfd582 Oct. 23 – Community Education Series: Transitioning Into Employment, Northwest TN Workforce Board, Dyersburg www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=644ea0b45d&e=92afdfd582Oct. 24- Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Through Life-Ending Illness, Grief, and Loss - An Interactive Webinar www.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=2c509e2546&e=92afdfd582-------------------------------- "Like" the TN Council on Developmental Disabilities' new Facebook page! www.us6.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=c19758ec49388aade26feeccf&id=635f0c8248&e=92afdfd582The Council has a new Facebook page - "like" it and receive updates about the Council, disability news, events and other important information! All throughout October, we'll be sharing info related to disability and employment.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:06:03 GMT -5
Autism Society Newsletter NEWS Do No Harm Two weeks ago, the mother of Issy Stapleton, who is diagnosed with autism, allegedly attempted to kill her. While Issy’s mother is being held in jail for her alleged actions there is speculation the harm was done, merely, because Issy has autism. In another case, a mother and the child’s caretaker were arrested for murder and evidence suggests the alleged murder was because that child was living with autism. These and other similar tragedies are alarming and too common. We all can agree harming another human being because of a diagnosis of autism is wrong and certainly illegal in our society. During this month, we have seen on discussion boards, Facebook, and media reports, many folks saying they can understand the stress and pressure of the parent which may suggest justification for the harm done. The Autism Society, self advocates, and others, have said there can never be any justification or toleration of harming a person living with autism or any disability in our society. We believe one of the solutions would be to provide more responsive crisis supports for parents, caretakers and individuals living with autism so they can receive help to deal with day-to-day challenges. Society must do a much better job of being there to help the person in crisis and be there to protect the person who may be harmed. The Autism Society has a seven day a week Contact Center that can help anyone feeling overwhelmed, hopeless and in need of support. If anyone reading this needs help, please call us at 1-800-3-AUTISM (Spanish support provided). We will always advocate against any effort of harming of a person simply because the individual has autism. Remember, we are here to help those living with autism and their families, please call! National Bullying Prevention Month and Disability Awareness Month October is bullying prevention month when communities across the country unite to raise awareness of bullying prevention by having events, activities, and providing education. Also, next month is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). NDEAM is a national campaign that raises awareness about the disability employment issue and celebrates the many varied contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This year's theme is "Because We Are EQUAL to the Task". The Autism Society and millions across the country will unite and take action to share the importance of these two important campaigns. Join the movement and get involved! AutismSourceTM the Autism Society’s Contact Center Live Spanish speaking Information & Referral support is available everyday of the week. Spanish speaking families and individuals on the Autism Spectrum can call the Autism Society's contact center, Autism Source, and live bi-lingual Spanish/English specialists are available from 9 am - 1 pm, Monday through Friday, and in the afternoons on Saturday and Sunday from 1pm- 5pm to respond to their questions. Our regular hours of operation are 9am-9pm. Callers, including those who speak Spanish, should use our toll-free number: (800) 3 AUTISM (800-328-8476) or they may email questions to info@autism-society.org. AutismSourceTM El Centro del Contacto de Autism Society Servicios de Información y Referencia en vivo en español están disponibles todos los días de la semana. Familias hispanas y los individuos con autismo pueden llamar al centro de contacto del Autism Society, AutismSource™, y nuestros especialistas bilingües están disponibles en vivo de 9 a.m.-1 p.m. de lunes a viernes y por la tarde los sábados y domingos de 1pm-5pm para responder sus preguntas. Personas que llaman, incluyendo los que hablan español, deberán usar nuestro número de teléfono gratuito: (800) 3 AUTISM (800-328-8476) o pueden enviar preguntas a info@autism-society.org. The Autism Advocate Magazine Online Call for Articles Deadline Extended: September 30 - The deadline for the Call for Articles for the Autism Society’s premier magazine has been extended until September 30. Our next Autism Advocate this fall will be a special edition focusing on issues related to employment for people on the autism spectrum and will be edited by our guest editor: Zosia Zaks, Adjunct Professor at Towson University’s Autism Studies Program. We are seeking articles that focus on issues such as Transition and Employment Preparation, Employment Outcomes and Building Bridges to Successful Employment. To submit an article, please email Tonia Ferguson, or for more information, please click here. support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=BGwqxupktBN3A7C7mt6skg
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:07:16 GMT -5
ADVOCACY Disabled Military Child Protection Act of 2013 Bill to Assist Military Dependents: Senator Kay Hagan has introduced the Disabled Military Child Protection Act of 2013 (S. 1076), a bill that would allow the payment of monthly annuities under the Survivor Benefit Plan for dependents of Military personnel to go into a special needs trust. A similar bill, H.R. 2249 has been introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative James Moran of Virginia. These bills will allow more than 1,000 military dependents with significant disabilities to receive survivor benefits through a special needs trust, without fear of losing access to their Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Stay tuned for progress on passage of these bills. RESOURCES New Tools Available to Help Students Prepare for College and Careers The College and Career Readiness and Success Center (CCRS Center) has developed a variety of new research-based tools and white papers to help schools, school districts and states address key CCRS needs to ensure that all students, including those with disabilities, are college and career ready. The Center provides a range of services and develops new resources as an independent and objective technical assistance funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Learn more. support.autism-society.org/site/R?i=3_dkllikHDsRKpsNJDqrggRESEARCH Children with Autism have Better Motor Skills Children with autism have better motor skills and more adept at socializing based on a new study that offers evidence of the important link between autism and motor skill deficits.Published early this month in the journal Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders, lead author Megan MacDonald, an assistant professor in the college of Public Health and Human Sciences at Oregon State University confirms: “Even at this early age, we are already seeing motor skills mapping on to their social and communicative skills. Motor skills are embedded in everything we do and for too long they have been studied separately from social and communication skills in children in autism.” Researchers tested 233 children aged 14 – 49 months with an autism diagnosis. Visit oregonstate.edu/ua/ncs/archives/2013/sep/autistic-children-better-motor-skills-more-adept-socializing to read the entire article.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:08:40 GMT -5
www.arcdc.org/The Arc Davidson County Employment Program to assist in filling 40 job openings for individuals with disabilities Interviews begin this week! The Arc Davidson County, in partnership with an internationally known insurance company, is actively seeking individuals with disabilities to fill 40 job openings in an inclusive environment with competitive wages. The majority of the positions are first shift, some are second shift. Our initial focus will begin with individuals who are currently established with Vocational Rehabilitation. If individuals have not begun the process, we will be happy to assist. The Arc Davidson County will also work with individuals to guide them through the HR process. For more information about the exact job and process, please contact The Arc Davidson County's employment program at 615-321-5699 x 13 or email employment@arcdc.org
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:09:08 GMT -5
Support Group for Neurotypical Women with Life Partners with Aspergers Syndrome
First Tuesday of Every Month October 1, November 5, December 3 - 6:45pm to 8:00pm
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 on the first Tuesday of each month, beginning Tuesday, September 3. Meetings will be held at The Arc DC office, 111 N. Wilson Blvd. in Nashville. Registration fee is $5 per meeting.
For more information, contact Kellye Carman, LCSW at 615-484-6591 or counseling@kellyecarman.com. Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Through Life-Ending Illness, Grief and Loss Thursday, October 24 - 12:30pm to 3:00pm The Arc Davidson County & Alive Hospice present Hospice Foundation of America's Fall New Perspectives webinar, "Supporting Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Through Life-Ending Illness, Grief and Loss". This live and interactive webinar is a learning opportunity for caregivers, nurses, social workers, counselors, psychologists, funeral directors, clergy, and those who support and care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This educational opportunity is offered free of charge, but registration is required. Continuing Education credit is available. Contact info@arcdc.org or click the link below to learn more.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:10:29 GMT -5
Presidential Proclamation--National Disability Employment Awareness Month, 2013 links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTMxMDAxLjIzNTcwNjcxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEzMTAwMS4yMzU3MDY3MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3ODAwMTIzJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW1tYS5zaG91c2VAdG4uZ292JnVzZXJpZD1lbW1hLnNob3VzZUB0bi5nb3YmZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&100&&&http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2013/09/30/proclamation-national-disability-employment-awareness-month-2013“Our Nation has always drawn its strength from the differences of our people, from a vast range of thought, experience, and ability. Every day, Americans with disabilities enrich our communities and businesses. They are leaders, entrepreneurs, and innovators, each with unique talents to contribute and points of view to express. During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we nurture our culture of diversity and renew our commitment to building an American workforce that offers inclusion and opportunity for all…” Barack Obama, President of the United States of America, September 30, 2013 links.govdelivery.com/track?type=click&enid=ZWFzPTEmbWFpbGluZ2lkPTIwMTMxMDAxLjIzNTcwNjcxJm1lc3NhZ2VpZD1NREItUFJELUJVTC0yMDEzMTAwMS4yMzU3MDY3MSZkYXRhYmFzZWlkPTEwMDEmc2VyaWFsPTE3ODAwMTIzJmVtYWlsaWQ9ZW1tYS5zaG91c2VAdG4uZ292JnVzZXJpZD1lbW1hLnNob3VzZUB0bi5nb3YmZmw9JmV4dHJhPU11bHRpdmFyaWF0ZUlkPSYmJg==&&&101&&&http://www.dol.gov/odep/topics/ndeam/
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:11:01 GMT -5
As many of you may know, October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. We at the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities would like to offer an opportunity to a person with a disability (or three!) who might be interested in the kind of event planning work I do as a facilitator of government meetings, workshops and trainings. The participating person(s) will accompany me to the October 11 & 12 Partners in Policymaking session which will take place in Nashville at the Nashville Airport Radisson Hotel. He or she will learn about the planning that goes into conducting a weekend conference, including how to create an effective agenda, how to interact with hotel staff, and how decisions are made re: many of the weekend meeting details such as food and beverage selections, AV equipment, meeting and sleeping room accommodations and interacting with presenters. Participants must be at least 18 years of age. If you are interested in this opportunity, please contact me by end of day, this Thursday, October 3rd, and we will discuss further details. Preference will be given to the earliest eligible respondents. Gratefully, Ned Andrew Ned Andrew Solomon Director, Partners in Policymaking Editor-in-Chief, Breaking Ground Magazine 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 Oct 1, 2013 14:12:18 GMT -5
Customized Employment: On September 19-20, Michael Callahan conducted his final series of training on Customized Employment. The training was held at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center and comprised of individuals who are providing employment services to Tennesseans with disabilities. The session covered job development, networking, creating a visual resume and translation of life activities that can be transferred to employment opportunities in the community. Translation of life activities involves identifying hobbies and activities in which the individual enjoys engaging and participating. Once these activities are identified, an employment goal can be made to reflect the “translation” of activities or hobbies that the person enjoys doing. For additional information regarding Customized Employment and Discovery, please contact Amy Gonzalez at (615) 532-6119 or Amy.Gonzalez@tn.gov.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:12:58 GMT -5
Employment Success Stories: Elijah Garner and Jeffrey Walker work at McKesson Corporation as warehousemen. Both gentlemen are supported by SRVS. Community employment has been beneficial for them due to confidence building, developing their skills, and being part of the social culture at their company.
“I like working here and I like making new friends and working with my co-workers. It makes me feel good to see them,” said Elijah. “I can do more and I like to make money.”
Jeffrey noted, “I feel real good when I go home from work. I work just like my roommate and I have money when we go out to eat.”
Gabriel Ray, another person supported by SRVS, has recently been named Pizza Hut’s Employee of the Month. At the beginning of his employment, Gabriel’s duties included preparing pizza pans with dough and stacking them on racks. However, when his supervisor noticed his abilities, Gabriel’s responsibilities increased. Gabriel began making delivery boxes, bussing tables, and showed a new employee how to do food preparation.
“Pizza Hut is like a big happy family. We all make sure everyone is okay. Everybody there is my friend,” Gabriel said.
We are proud of Elijah, Jeffrey, and Gabriel’s achievements and wish them continued success in their careers!
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:14:01 GMT -5
Rett Syndrome Symposium: The Vanderbilt Kennedy Center (VKC) is holding a symposium on October 16 from 5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. to raise awareness on Rett Syndrome. This syndrome is a rare genetic disorder, occurring almost exclusively in young girls. Rett Syndrome is often misdiagnosed as Autism, Cerebral Palsy, or another non-specific developmental delay. Researchers at Vanderbilt are committed to studying the syndrome, its causes, treatment and therapies and would like to share how VKC is advancing the understanding of Rett Syndrome. Family members, friends, researchers, clinicians, students, community professionals and disability advocates are invited to attend. Registration is required prior to October 7. For more information on the symposium, click here www.tn.gov/didd/newsroom/OpenLine/resources/2013/RettSyndrome.pdf or contact Amy Wilson at Amy.K.Wilson@vanderbilt.edu.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:15:13 GMT -5
Hello Families and Friends of STEP, We are pleased to send you a link for this E-news edition. We hope you enjoy this issue. Please feel free to forward on to your friends and encourage them to visit the STEP website at www.tnstep.org and sign up to receive future electronic newsletters, e-news briefs, and information about events and upcoming workshops. Read Back to School Edition Here! cts.vresp.com/c/?STEPInc./216dda1d4d/TEST/febf43a24c www.tnstep.org"a brighter future for children with disabilities"
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:15:43 GMT -5
Some of you may not be familiar with DLAC: it is the Disability Law and Advocacy Center, and it serves to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in Tennessee. Each year DLAC sets a list of priorities that they focus on. Beginning October 1, DLAC will begin to take individual advocacy cases related to IEP implementation and appropriate Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP). So if you are having difficulty with your child's IEP being followed, you can, after Oct. 1, contact DLAC for assistance. In my opinion, this is very good news indeed. www.dlactn.org/ 1.800.342.1660 or email GetHelp@DLACTN.org
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:16:49 GMT -5
A first-of-its-kind national center is in the works with an eye toward improving interactions between individuals with developmental disabilities and law enforcement. View article: www.disabilityscoop.com/2013/09/23/center-bridge-police/18745/Center To Bridge Divide Between Disability Community, Police By Michelle Diament September 23, 2013 Text Size A A A first-of-its-kind national center is in the works with an eye toward improving interactions between individuals with developmental disabilities and law enforcement. The Arc said it has received a $400,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance to establish the new initiative which will address both victim and offender issues involving those with disabilities. The effort comes less than a year after the death of Robert Ethan Saylor, a Maryland man with Down syndrome, at the hands of law enforcement after he refused to leave a movie theater. The incident prompted national outrage and calls for better police training and awareness. Serving as a clearinghouse, the new center will offer a resource library, directories of attorneys, victim advocates and other experts in addition to a database of relevant state laws, organizers said. Technical assistance as well as in-person and web-based training sessions will also be offered. Partners in the initiative will include 18 national organizations including the National Down Syndrome Society, the Autism Society, the American Bar Association and the National Sheriffs’ Association, The Arc said. While law enforcement officers are often trained to deal with mental health issues, advocates say that individuals with developmental disabilities are a unique population. “When individuals with (intellectual and developmental disabilities) become involved in the criminal justice system as suspects or victims, they often face miscommunication, fear, confusion and prejudice,” said Peter Berns, CEO of The Arc. “This new center will play a critical role in improving first response and communication between people with (intellectual and developmental disabilities) and the justice system.”
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:17:52 GMT -5
VSA Tennessee asks you to cast your vote for us in the Music City Guitar Tour.. One vote is calculated each time you LIKE/SHARE on Facebook and each time you TWEET on Twitter each day between now and October 15. The 3 organizations with the greatest number of votes will be awarded Trophy Guitars and cash awards. For all the details on the awards and rules check out: www.musiccityguitartour.com/about, but don't forget to vote and ask your friends to LIKE and SHARE! TPAC TPAC Shows: The hit Broadway musical Jersey Boys is working its way back to Nashville, October 29-November 3, with open caption and American Sign Language at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 3 in Andrew Jackson Hall. The show tells the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, from the streets of New Jersey, up the charts, behind the scenes and all the way to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Please feel free to share this notice with your contacts. Tickets in the lower orchestra level are $70 each ($50 discount) and are now on hold for patrons with hearing impairments and their companions. Make your reservations by Monday, October 21 to take advantage of this special offer. Follow these steps to purchase online: 1. Use one of the promo code links below 2. Click on Jersey Boys. 3. On the next page, click on Buy Tickets. 4. Select the performance date and time. 5. Click on Select a Seat for a map and make your selections or Select Applause Society or Performer’s Circle to continue the process. To purchase tickets in the Open Captioning section best for viewing the LED open captioning screen, please go to patron.tpac.org/promo/TPACTICKEThttps://mimir.tnarts.net/owa/redir.aspx?C=b631d4e3c62c4aa6adba726df61436d3&URL=http%3a%2f%2fpatron.tpac.org%2fpromo%2fTPACTICKET To purchase tickets in the American Sign Language section best for seeing the ASL interpreters on the stage wing, please go to patron.tpac.org/promo/TPACSEATS Running time is two hours and 30 minutes including intermission. The show contains strong Jersey language. The fascinating story of Jersey Boys unfolds at a fast pace through the four distinct points of view of each band member – Frankie Valli, Tommy DeVito, Nick Massi, and Bob Gaudio, who wrote most of their hits and now lives in Nashville. The staging is outstanding as some of the story is told through big production numbers including Sherry, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Walk Like a Man, My Eyes Adored You, and more. “Oh, what a fantastic night you’ll have,” said Pat Collins on UPN 9 TV in one of the hundreds of rave reviews in New York, in London, and on tour around the world. “A phenomenal hit….It’s impossible not to love Jersey Boys, a spectacular, behind-the-scenes, tell-all pop musical.” Mark your calendars for these other upcoming shows in the TPAC Broadway series, all beginning at 1:00 p.m. with American Sign Language and open caption. Reservations to access seats on hold for you will be due approximately two weeks in advance. Reservations for Wicked will be due about one month in advance. We Will Rock You—The Music of Queen, Sunday, November 17 Ghost, Sunday, March 2 Sister Act, Sunday, March 16 Wicked, Sunday, March 30 Million Dollar Quartet, Sunday, May 11 War Horse, Sunday, June 8 If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Lori Ward, Vice President of Communications & Community Relations, Tennessee Performing Arts Center, PO Box 190660 - 505 Deaderick Street, Nashville, Tennessee 37219 or call 615-782-4077 www.tpac.org/facebook artwork_submitted_by_amy_grant Call for Artists: Autism Speaks Tennessee Communities and the Autism Society of Middle Tennessee invite artists to participate in this year's Master Pieces for Autism. We are inviting artists, celebrities, and individuals with autism to take provided puzzle piece shapes and create original works of art, which we will auction beginning in an online auction on our website and culminating in a December 7 silent auction and concert at the Nashville Cannery. All proceeds from the event benefit Autism Speaks Tennessee Communities and the Autism Society of Middle Tennessee. For more information on how to participate in Master Pieces for Autism, contact Jennifer Kates, Master Pieces for Autism, Auction Chair at 615.400.0321 Fall Pottery Classes at The Clay Lady include "C/10 from Form to Gas Firing" - an adjunct class with Caroline Cercone. Class begins Wednesday September 25th 11:30-1:30 - $135 at 1416 Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN 37210. Call 615-242-0346 for more information or visit The Clay Lady Studios. ©2013 VSA TN | VSA TN, 1210 Lake Rise Place, Gallatin, TN 37066
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:18:58 GMT -5
Please help spread the word about this FREE workshop by including it in your organization’s newsletter, posting it on your website, and forwarding this email to anyone you think might be interested in attending You Are Invited Tennessee Disability Pathfinder and Northwest Tennessee Workforce Board would like to invite YOU to our Community Education Series training about Transitioning into Employment What: The following organizations will share important information about the services they provide to assist individuals with disabilities transitioning into employment: · Secondary Transition Project, The Arc Tennessee · Tennessee Disability Pathfinder · Northwest Tennessee Workforce Board & Tennessee Career Centers · STAR Center · Senior Community Service Employment Program, Tennessee Community Services Agency Where: Northwest Tennessee Workforce Board 313 West Cedar Street Dyersburg, Tennessee When: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Cost: Free RSVP: Please click here to register: kc.vanderbilt.edu/kennedy_register/Default.aspx?id=4137After registering, you will receive a confirmation email. Please see attached flyer for more details. If you have any questions, please contact Megan Hart at (615) 875-5082 or megan.hart@vanderbilt.edu
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:19:42 GMT -5
Southeast ADA Center Announces the First Broadcast of WADA "ADA Live!" on BlogTalkRadio (Atlanta, GA – September 16, 2013) – On October 2, 2013, the Southeast ADA Center will launch “ADA Live!” on WADA, the Center’s internet-based radio station. For the past 22 years, the Southeast ADA Center, a member of the ADA National Network and a project of the Burton Blatt Institute at Syracuse University, has provided free, confidential and accurate information, training and technical assistance on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to individuals who have rights under the ADA as well as to those who have responsibilities under the Act. Title: ADA Live! WADA logo - Description: Logo of WADA ADA Live!WADA “ADA Live!” will broadcast live on the first Wednesday of each month from 1:00 pm -1:30 pm ET/12 Noon-12:30 pm CT. “ADA Live!” programs provide the opportunity for everyone to get up-to-date information on the ADA and call in with their ADA questions whether on the go, while at work, or in the comfort of their homes. “ADA Live!” will also expand the Center’s outreach to youth, young adults and members of racially/culturally diverse communities throughout the Southeast Region. WADA “ADA Live!” is supported through a fully accessible and interactive website at www.adalive.org. The public can get up-to-the minute program information, submit questions for upcoming “ADA Live!” episodes, and participate in the online group discussions. Real-time captioning will be available during the live shows. Recordings of past episodes, including a transcript, resources and more information will be available at www.adalive.org. About the Southeast ADA Center The Southeast ADA Center is a grant project of the Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) at Syracuse University. The Center answers questions, provides training and materials about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The Center serves an eight-state geographic region: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. As part of the ADA National Network sponsored by grants from the U.S. Department of Education's National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR), the Southeast ADA Center is one of 10 regional centers offering training and technical assistance to promote voluntary compliance with the ADA, including information about the rights of people with disabilities and the responsibilities of businesses as well as state and helpful resource. For more information, visit the Southeast ADA Center website (ADAsoutheast.org). About the ADA National Network The ADA National Network is the “go to” resource for information, guidance and training on the ADA and its implementation. The Network consists of ten regional centers located throughout the United States that provide services and assistance tailored to meet the needs of local businesses, government and individuals. The ADA National Network is not an enforcement or regulatory agency—but rather a helpful resource. Contact the ADA National Network with questions on the Americans with Disabilities Act or to find a Regional ADA National Network Center near you by calling 1-800-949-4232 (voice/tty). All calls are confidential. Visit the ADA National Network website for links to extensive ADA information and training opportunities (www.adata.org). Contact: Southeast ADA Center ADAsoutheast@law.syr.edu 404-541-9001 (voice/tty)
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:20:29 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:21:23 GMT -5
Adaptive Sports Conference is AER Certified We are proud to announce that the TNABA 4th Annual Adaptive Sports Conference has been approved for 4.5 hours of AER CEU credits. The conference is rapidly approaching and if you have not signed up yet, you will NOT want to miss this year’s event. We have confirmed the below activities for this years event; Goalball Ballroom Dancing Run/Walk with a Guide Judo OneTouch Self Defense Exercise for Everyone “Project Health” Water Aerobics Intro to Nutrition Golf for the Blind The event will take place at the TN School for the Blind at 115 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Donelson TN 37214. We have many great activities for you to experience hands on. Both those with a visual impairment and those with sight will have the opportunity to experience over 15 sports and informational activities through the eyes of someone with a visual disability. This conference is unlike any you have ever experienced before and whether you are someone who is blind, someone who works with those with blindness, or anyone curious about adaptive sports, this conference has something for everyone.This outstanding event is open to all ages. Anyone with a visual disability will be admitted for FREE, Adults with out a visual disability will be admitted for just $25 and youth 12 and under is $15. You can register before September 25th at www.tnaba.org . TNABA Educator of the Year Nominations We are now excepting nominations for this year’s Educator of the Year. This award will be awarded to a male and a female that shows excellence in providing support and instruction to student with a visual disability. This could be a VI teacher, general Ed, Physical Education teacher, or Coach. Please send your nominations to tnaba@bellsouth.net by September 20th. The winners will be presented at this year’s Sports Banquet on October 5th. If you would like to attend the banquet you can purchase your tickets on the website at www.tnaba.org under the conference information page. Tickets are $30 for adults and $15 for youth 12 and under. This year we will be honoring Frank Alexander, former TSB athletic director and mobility instructor. We hope you will join us as wee celebrate the accomplishments of our athletes and supporters. Youth Beep Kickball & Goalball TNABA is expanding programing in the Middle TN area. This fall we would like to start our Junior Beep Kickball and Goalball programs. These programs are dedicated to creating enclusive playing opportunities for children of all vision levels. We want to create Junior leagues that team together children with a visual disability along with their sighted peers. Any parent or student interested in participating in either sports please contact us at tnaba@bellsouth.net . We have not yet set the dates and times for the Beep Kickball as we are uncertain of the interest. Goalball will be on Thursday nights at the TN school for the Blind from 5 – 6:30 pm and if enough interest we will have a second session on Saturday mornings. Please help us spread the word. TNABA Outreach Now Excepting Invitations TNABA has an unique outreach program where we come out to schools and businesses to demonstrate adaptive sports for the blind or to conduct sensitivity training. Our demonstrations can be on Goalball, Beep Kickball, or Soccer. Each demonstration includes VI athletes presenting the activity with equipment and a session of our athletes talking about living with blindness, giving your students the opportunity to interact and ask questions. We can do a 2 hour activity or a full days. We have also presented a field day adaptive event. These experiences are unique in that students get to experience the activity under blind fold, giving them the experience of a lifetime. For more information and fees, pleace contact us at 615-544-5222 or via email at tnaba@bellsouth.net . Together We Are Changing Lives Through Adventure! WWW.TNABA.ORG Sports after Blindness Adaptive Sports Conference October 4th – 5th 2013 Have you signed up for this year’s adaptive sports conference presented by the TN Association of Blind Athletes? The event will take place at the TN School for the Blind at 115 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Donelson TN 37214. We have many great activities for you to experience hands on. Both those with a visual impairment and those with sight will have the opportunity to experience over 15 sports and informational activities through the eyes of someone with a visual disability. This conference is unlike any you have ever experienced before and whether you are someone who is blind, someone who works with those with blindness, or anyone curious about adaptive sports, this conference has something for everyone. Need more of a reason to attend? TNABA has been approved to offer this conference for4.5 hours of AER certification CEU credits. In the past, employers and college professors have offered attending the event as Professional Enrichment and extra credit. Certificates of attendance can be provided by request. Below you will find an updated list of activities at this year’s conference. Check back often on our website at www.tnaba.org for any updates to this list as we are still working to provide you with as many opportunities as possible. Here is the list of events as of today; Goalball Ballroom Dancing Run/Walk with a Guide Judo OneTouch Self Defense Exercise for Everyone “Project Health” Water Aerobics Intro to Nutrition Golf for the Blind Ten Pin Bowling Blind Tennis Adaptive Recreation & Physical Education Kayaking Rock Climbing Healthy Technology Beep Kickball Archery and More to Come…. During lunch former NFL San Francisco 49er’s defensive nose tackle Will Santi will speak on his experiences in sports and working with adaptive athletes through the Achilles Nashville Run, Walk, and Roll program. Another special guest speaker for the day will be David Metter, National Blind Golf Champion, as he talks about his experiences as a blind golfer and what it took to when the championship. You can register for the conference on our website @www.tnaba.org.
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:22:09 GMT -5
www.foxnews.com/us/2013/09/15/students-with-disabilities-are-finding-new-college-options/Students with disabilities are finding new college options Published September 15, 2013 Associated Press Learning Disabilities_Cala.jpg Tony Saylor, 22, smiles in a classroom at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Mich., Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. As a student with autism, he was permitted to continue his constant drawing in class after explaining to the professor that it was the only way he could hope to process lectures - and even to stay awake. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) Learning Disabilities_Cala(2).jpg Tony Saylor, 22, draws in a classroom at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Mich., Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. Often, his constant doodling features a 9-year-old character named Viper Girl who, with her pet fox Logan, frequently finds herself battling monsters. Saylor, 22, has even self-published three books of their adventures. For college students with autism and other learning disabilities, its the kind of balancing act that takes place every day - accommodating a disability versus pushing beyond it toward normalcy and a degree that, as for any student these days, is increasingly essential for finding a meaningful career. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) Learning Disabilities_Cala(1).jpg ADVANCE FOR USE SUNDAY, SEPT. 15, 2013 AND THEREAFTER - Callie Boik, College Supports Program Cordinator, left, sits with Tony Saylor, 22, in a classroom at Eastern Michigan University in Ypsilanti, Mich., Thursday, Sept. 5, 2013. Often, his constant doodling features a 9-year-old character named Viper Girl who, with her pet fox Logan, frequently finds herself battling monsters. Saylor, 22, has even self-published three books of their adventures. For college students with autism and other learning disabilities, its the kind of balancing act that takes place every day - accommodating a disability versus pushing beyond it toward normalcy and a degree that, as for any student these days, is increasingly essential for finding a meaningful career. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya) Next Slide Previous Slide ALLEN PARK, Mich. – As he sits in class at Eastern Michigan University, a flood of images streams from Tony Saylor's vibrant, creative mind down through his pen and onto paper. Often, his doodling features the 9-year-old character Viper Girl who battles monsters with her pet fox Logan. Saylor, 22, has even self-published three books of their adventures. Saylor's professors didn't exactly welcome his constant drawing, but once he explained it was the only way he could hope to process their lectures -- and even to stay awake -- most let him continue. For college students with autism and other learning disabilities, this is the kind of balancing act that takes place every day -- accommodating a disability while also pushing beyond it toward normalcy and a degree, which is increasingly essential for finding a meaningful career. "I knew I didn't want to work in the fast food industry my whole life." - Tony Saylor But Saylor and a growing number like him are giving it a shot. Students who would once have languished at home, or in menial jobs, or struggled unsuccessfully in college, are finding a new range of options for support services to help. "I knew I didn't want to work in the fast food industry my whole life," Saylor said, sitting at the kitchen table of his family's home in this Detroit suburb, where he lives while commuting to EMU. His mother, Angela Saylor, says a 3-year-old program at EMU that supports autistic students -- a graduate student who works with the program attends all his classes with him -- has been a godsend. Such programs within traditional universities, offering supplemental support for additional tuition, are sprouting up around the country (Nova Southeastern University in Florida is among the schools starting one this fall). "The K&W Guide to College Programs for Students With Learning Disabilities or AD/HD" has grown steadily since its precursor was first published in 1991, and now lists 362 programs, the majority of them now comprehensive services. Meanwhile, other parts of the landscape are also expanding. College disability service offices (whose help is usually free) are also improving. Care centers, often for-profit and unaffiliated with colleges, are popping up near campuses and offering supplementary support. Finally, institutions with a history of serving large numbers of students with learning disabilities are growing, some adding 4-year degrees. "This is the best time ever for students who learn differently to go to college," said Brent Betit, a co-founder of Landmark College in Vermont, which opened in 1985 with a then-unique focus on such students and now has a range of competitors. Among those Betit mentioned: programs within the University of Arizona and Lynn University in Florida, plus Beacon College, also in Florida, which like Landmark has a comprehensive focus on students with disabilities. "There are better programs available than at any time in history," Betit said. "I think that's in part because of the entrepreneurial nature of the United States. When there's a need out there, and a business market available, people respond." But the new players also bring new challenges. Families who would once have struggled to find options struggle to choose among them. Some experts, meanwhile, are concerned about the growth of for-profit providers, sometimes charging $50,000 or more. There are also concerns some enrollment-hungry colleges themselves are starting these high-priced services to attract students with disabilities, but lack the expertise or financial commitment to offer what they truly need. That's what happened to Saylor, who spent two miserable years at a design and technology-focused school in Flint before learning about EMU's new program from his sister, a student there. "We were led to believe there was more support than there was" at the previous institution, said his mother, who found herself having to constantly help Tony from afar. Tony says simply: "It was horrible." "There's really no standards" for such on-campus programs, said Jane Thierfeld Brown, a longtime educator in the field and author of three books, including a college guide for autism spectrum students. Some "are just seeing dollar signs." Another problem: These highly personalized services are expensive. Unlike in K-12, there's no legal right to a free college education for disabled students. So far, the expanded options mostly benefit those who can afford to pay out of pocket. A study last year in the journal Pediatrics found about one-third of young people with autism spectrum disorders attended college in the first six years after high school, and the numbers are certainly growing. About one in 88 children is diagnosed with a disability on the autism spectrum, according to the advocacy group Autism Speaks. More broadly, federal data show more than 700,000 U.S. undergraduates with some kind of disability, including cognitive and physical impairments, on college campuses (about 31 percent with specific learning disabilities and 18 percent with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). Virtually all colleges now enroll at least some students with learning disabilities -- 56 percent have students with autism spectrum disorder and 79 percent with diagnosed ADHD. But the transition from high school can be rough. Federal law requires K-12 schools to provide customized support that will help students succeed. College students enjoy a vaguer right to "reasonable accommodations" that requires less of institutions. And college students have to ask for their help -- a challenge for many because poor self-advocacy skills are part of their condition. As success stories, schools point to students like Katie Fernandez, who struggled desperately through high school in Connecticut with what was eventually diagnosed as an information processing disorder. "I studied and studied and nothing was happening," she describes it. Still, Fernandez cried when she first visited Dean College outside Boston, a school where the president estimates close to half of students arrive with either a diagnosed or undiagnosed learning disorder. "I said, `I'm not coming here, I'm not going to be labeled one of those special ed kids,"' Fernandez said. But she did come, and after one semester felt at home. The prevalence of students facing similar challenges made for an accepting atmosphere. A supplementary academic coaching program helped, and while the coursework was all college-level, many classes were taught in small settings tailored to students' particular challenges. The professors were also used to working with such students, and were familiar with the new technologies that are starting to transform teaching students with cognitive impairments (for Fernandez, one of the simpler ones was among the most helpful: a "pulse pen" that records audio as you write and lets students later sync their written notes and the teacher's accompanying words when they review). In 2012, her senior year, Fernandez was retested. She was stunned by the results, and a little scared: She no longer showed a learning disability. That meant no more extended time on tests, which left her fearful for her upcoming GRE exams. But she was accepted into a graduate program in higher education administration and is now pursuing an advanced degree. "I basically learned how to compensate for my weaknesses and my learning differences, which was the goal all along," she said. Dean says about 75 percent of its associate's degree students persist to a degree at Dean or after transferring; the rate is slightly lower for bachelor's students. Landmark says roughly 80 percent persist to graduation there or elsewhere. Such figures are better than the national averages for all students. Experts say students with disabilities often take substantially longer than the traditional 4-year target, but they are remarkably persistent. Still, there are no illusions the work is easy or success guaranteed. "College is not for everyone," says Dean's president, Paula Rooney. She recounts difficult conversations with parents up front about what's achievable. Still, she says, Dean is full of students on whom the system would once have given up. Jim Meinen, a management consultant from North Oaks, Minn., whose 20-year-old son Will has struggled with ADHD since elementary school and now attends Landmark, says the family was "passionate about getting him a higher education." "Our underpinning belief is any student, young adult with a learning difference, has potential," he said. But "we knew he would struggle as a mainstream student at most colleges" and chose Landmark for its tight safety net for students who struggle to advocate for themselves. Will is starting his third year at Landmark, pursuing an associate's degree. The college is unrolling its first four-year program, and he may stay on. The goal, Meinen said, isn't a degree per se but a meaningful life. But, he added, a degree "increases the probability of a meaningful life. It opens up the options." Tuition plus room and board at Dean runs close to $50,000, and the supplementary services can tack on another $7,000 or more. The college runs a handsome but no-frills campus, which Rooney says lets it give most students financial aid. Betit, the Landmark co-founder, says there is also aid available but acknowledges his school (base tuition, room and board: $59,930) is among the handful of most expensive colleges in the country, and that low-income students are not yet fully benefiting from most of the expanded options nationally. EMU's program charges its 12 students between $4,500 and $7,500 per semester, on top of regular tuition ($9,364 in-state). That appears to be within the common range for programs within traditional universities. In some places, state programs may help cover some costs. Another option is for-profit programs that support students while they're enrolled in nearby institutions. One such program, College Living Experience, has six locations around the country. It charges $43,500 for its full program, which could include everything from intensive academic support to basic life and social skills training. Company president Stephanie Martin says the necessary help simply isn't available at many colleges. "Many of the students who go to college who don't succeed, it's not because they can't do the academic work," she said. "It's the other aspects of their life that get in the way." Still, Pamela Lemerand, director of clinical services at EMU's Autism Collaborative Center, says there are advantages to on-campus programs. "We're in the fabric of the university," she said. Educators in this field say they're hopeful, and their institutions, once deeply skeptical such students could succeed, are increasingly embracing their work. But they say it still requires painstaking one-on-one labor and extraordinary patience. "Parents have expectations that A, B or C is going to happen in that order," said Julie Leblanc, director of the Morton Family Learning Center at Dean, and an alumna of the college. "We know in this business that sometimes it doesn't happen that way, and sometimes it's best it doesn't happen that way." Every student is different, but the fundamental challenge is often the same. In high schools, many students come to rely on parents for everything from dressing themselves to packing lunch to making sure homework gets done. In college, the focus shifts to developing self-reliance -- which sometimes means pushing them with tough love. "I can say, `What's it going to be like if you're 40 and still living with your mom?"' Lemerand says. Tony Saylor isn't sure what the future holds. The immediate plan is to keep living at home. He admits his shyness and awkwardness have made it hard to make friends outside class. And he sounds like a lot of college students these days when he says he isn't sure what his degree (children's literature and theater) will offer him, only that he'll be better off than without it. Angela Saylor says she's grateful for what EMU has offered, but knows how lucky she was to come across the program, and how hard it can be for others to find a good fit. "I see more information becoming available," she said. But still, "given the statistics on the number of people being diagnosed with autism," she said, "they're going to have to come up with more options."
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 1, 2013 14:22:58 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 6, 2013 10:04:44 GMT -5
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Post by LimitedRecourse on Oct 6, 2013 10:12:53 GMT -5
Our Autism Awareness walk has over 220 participants and 40 teams registered so far! It's very important that ALL of our core advocates, parents, clients, teachers, and other supporters sign up early. Each day you are signed up is another day someone might join or donate to your team or profile. So we're asking those who haven't done so, to please register today. cts.vresp.com/c/?ChattanoogaAutismCen/2638f75f91/a41e3feaa7/7e73cbf5e4For those who have already registered, THANK YOU! And, please continue to help us by sharing this email and encouraging others to create a team or join yours. Even if you can't attend the walk, you can register as a supporter and help increase participation and support. www.chattautismwalk.comCOST: $30 for adults $15 for kids under 12 Free for kids under 3 $25 for a "supporter" (not attending the walk) Registered adults and children who participate will receive a free, limited edition, high quality long-sleeve t-shirt commemorating the event. TEAMS and FAMILIES To register your whole family in one transaction, click the "Register Here" button and then choose the "register a family" option. "Register Multiple People" option also works. Then, as you register, the system will ask if you want to Start a team or join a team. If you are a group or business or church or family or whatever, you can click the "Register Here" button and then choose the "Start a Team" option. Once you create a team, you can use the system to recruit people to join your team. It allows you to share on Facebook or easily email family, friends, and students. Schools with teams and their links to view members: Hixson Middle School Lookout Valley Nolan Elementary McCallie (Freshman in Pressly Hall dorm) Many businesses have also formed teams, including Arcadis, Agape Youth and Behavioral Health, Amaze Behavior Therapy, LUDIC, Milestones, and Stellar Therapy Services. Please start a team for your business, school, church or other organization soon. Contact buck.dave@gmail.com if you need assistance. EVENT DETAILS The walk starts at Coolidge Park. Activities will precede the walk around 8:00am while participants pick up their shirts. Mayor Berke and others will do announcements around 10:00 to kick things off and the walk begins at 10:30am sharp. The route is 2.3 miles, beginning in Coolidge and then across the Walnut Street Bridge. Strollers are welcome! JOINING A TEAM When people start the registration process online, they will come to an option to ''join a team''. Those who select this option are then given a search feature so they can find and pick an existing team they wish to join. It's easy! Those who can't be at the walk can join a team and register as a "Supporter" ($25). DONATING TO A TEAM Those who wish to contribute less than $25 can click the "Donate to a Team" link on the website (on the left-hand menu list). They can then choose an amount to donate and select a team to donate to. This donation counts towards that team's total fundraising goal. However, the donor will not count as a team member. Those who wish to contribute $25 or more to a team should register as "Supporter". When someone joins a team and pays the registration fee, he or she is also given a separate option to donate additional money towards the team''s goal. FUNDS STAY LOCAL Proceeds generated by this event will be used to fund programs and services created and provided by the Chattanooga Autism Center (CAC). The CAC is a local parent-driven resource center and clinic and its volunteers and supporters are the ones who have taken the time and effort to plan and prepare this walk. CAC's programs are all created by parents and advocates in our community. They rely on volunteer support and donations from individuals and businesses in our community. Programs and services that will benefit include: The CAC outpatient autism clinic (assessment & behavior therapy for all ages) H.O.P.E. (support group for parents) Free monthly autism workshops Cleveland-CAC Hispanic Outreach Program Annual Chattanooga Autism Conference Play me a Riddle (social events for families and kids) Greater Chattanooga Aspies (social and support program for adults with autism) Project ACCESS (funding therapy and assessments for the underinsured) STAGES (transitional housing, independent living program for adults)
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