BBB AUTISM - CONFERENCE INFORMATION
Autism Conferences, Workshops & Events
ALABAMA
ALASKA
ARIZONA
ARKANSAS
CALIFORNIA
Santa Barbara Alternative Treatments for Autism (SBATA) Parents Support Group Meets 3rd Wednesday of every month, 7pm Linda at sbcalinda@aol.com
Sacramento area "Asperger's Syndrome" Support Group
UC Davis Medical Center Campus
Monthly Meetings held the 3rd Tuesday of the month, 7-9pm
530-666-0246 slowens@yolo.com
916-682-1740 lweissmann@aol.com
Medical Seminar - Open to the Public This conference is created for parents at a low cost!!! Presented by a top Pediatrician specializing in Autism - Dr. Jerry Kartzinel of ICDRC/GND Foundation. August 3, 2002 9:30a-4:30p Costa Mesa, CA Vineyard Newport Church Cost: 25.00 per person lisa.ackerman@anysite.com http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYCXa4Jh1Ib/
FEAT of the Greater Bay Area "Parent Training Series" Presented by Karla Levermore-Rich, Parent and FEAT chairperson Monday evenings from 7-9pm August 5: Behavior - Using Visual Systems August 12: Community and Generalization August 19: Daily Living Skills August 26: Play - Independent and Social Santa Clara, CA Parents helping Parents FEAT@php.com Karla 650-856-0940
Giant Steps Therapy Center offering AIT The location will be either Costa Mesa/Irvine or Laguna Hills area and will be based on which is most convenient for those who register. We still have openings. August 11-20, 2002 Orange County, CA 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net
Parents Choice Conference C. Andrew Waters - Waters & Kraus, Vaccine Injury Attorneys; Andrew Hall Cutler - PhD, Chemist, Chelation; Bruce Bothwell - Special Education Attorney Michael Lang - BrainChild Nutritionals Devin Houston - Houston Nutraceuticals Parent Panel August 17-18, 2002 Buena Park, CA near Los Angeles http://click.topica.com/maaaqkXaaSEcla4Jh1Ib/
PDD/Autism & Related Disorders Education Support Group For parents, professionals, and caregivers of children with ASD or Developmental Delays in Communication, Behavior, & Social Skills B.J. Freeman - Skills Children need to reach success as adults. September 19, 2002 Santa Clara, CA The Family Resource Center 408-727-5775 ASD
Seminar with Dr. Barry Prizant The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communicative & Socioemotional Competence Intended audience: Early Childhood & School age educators, special educators, SLP's, OT's, Behavior Specialists, Psychologists, Students from these disciplines, program administrators, medically related professionals, parents and family members. September 26-27, 2002 San Diego, CA Mission Valley Hilton planitbwz@aol.com
ASD Seminar with Dr. Barry Prizant The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communicative & Socioemotional Competence Intended audience: Early Childhood & School age educators, special educators, SLP's, OT's, Behavior Specialists, Psychologists, Students from these disciplines, program administrators, medically related professionals, parents and family members. September 30-October 1, 2002 Los Angeles, CA Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City planitbwz@aol.com
ASD Seminar with Dr. Barry Prizant The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communicative & Socioemotional Competence Intended audience: Early Childhood & School age educators, special educators, SLP's, OT's, Behavior Specialists, Psychologists, Students from these disciplines, program administrators, medically related professionals, parents and family members. October 4-5, 2002 San Jose, CA Double Tree Hotel planitbwz@aol.com
Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendship for People on the Autistic Spectrum Dr. Steve Gutstein October 15, 2002 San Jose, CA http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYC1a4Jh1Ib/ http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYC2a4Jh1Ib/
PDD/Autism & Related Disorders Education Support Group For parents, professionals, and caregivers of children with ASD or Developmental Delays in Communication, Behavior, & Social Skills A Panel of Speech & Language Pathologists will introduce different methods used to treat children with severe speech and language impairments. October 16, 2002 Santa Clara, CA The Family Resource Center 408-727-5775
Autism/Asperger's 2002 Dr. Jeanette McAfee, Teresa Bolick, Jerry & Mary Newport, Janet Mora, and Colleen Nyberg October 22-23, 2002 Sacramento, CA www.futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727
2-Day PECS Training Workshop Andrew S. Bondy, PhD., & Sarah Buswell October 29-30, 2002 San Diego, CA 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Alternative Treatments for Autism (SBATA) Parents Support Group Meets 3rd Wednesday of every month, 7pm Linda at sbcalinda@aol.com
COLORADO
Autism/Asperger's 2002 Dr. Jeanette McAfee, Jerry Newport, Luke Tsai, MD, Lori Ernsperger, Maria Wheeler, Jim Yerman September 17-18, 2002 Denver, CO www.futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727
Autism: Intervention Strategies & Synergies This conference has been designed to provide timely information on techniques, research, services, and practical and effective strategies to parents and professionals involved in caring for and providing services for children and adults with ASD. September 18-21, 2002 Denver, CO autismcon@yahoo.com
CONNECTICUT
Quality Indicators of Good ABA Programs Kathleen Dyer, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCBA V. Mark Durand, PhD November 2, 2002 9a-12noon Windsor, CT The River Street School
DELAWARE
FLORIDA
2 Day PECS Jo-Anne Matteo, M.S. CCC/SLP October 2 & 3, 2002 Jacksonville, FL 888-732-7462 www.pecs.com edimaio@pecs.com
World Congress on Disability Intended to educate, inform, and provide a useful exchange of ideas for persons with disabilities and special healthcare needs and those involved in their care and development. October 3-6, 2002 Orlando, FL Orange County Convention Center www.vwcdexpo.com 877-923-3976
"Treating Autism Today" - The Cutting Edge 2002 Conference and Fundraising Dinner Dr. Vijendra Singh and Dr. William Shaw October 12, 2002 Ft. Lauderdale, FL Cascades - at the riverfront http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYC8a4Jh1Ib/ to register
Call for Papers - 2003 Conference March 27-29, 2003 Orlando, FL Raddison Hotel For more information on topics: Cindy 813-974-0637 chipple@fmhi.usf.edu http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYC9a4Jh1Ib/
GEORGIA
Visual Strategies for Improving Communication & Behavior Linda Hodgdon, M.Ed., CCC-SLP February 20-21, 2003 Atlanta, GA Radisson Hotel Northlake http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDaa4Jh1Ib/ 248-879-2598
HAWAII
Autism/Asperger's 2002 Sean Barron, Dr. Luke Tsai, Dr. Diane-Twachtman-Cullen, Jerry & Mary Newport, Teresa Bolick, and Nancy Kashman & Janet Mora November 21-22, 2002 Honolulu, HI www.futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727
IDAHO
Autism/Asperger's 2002 Dr. Lisa Lewis, Dr. Raun Melmed, Robert Kahn, Brian Gray, Jerry & Mary Newport, Eustacia Cutler October 8-9, 2002 Boise, ID www.futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727
ILLINOIS
Speaker Event Dr. Vincent Carbone September 12-14, 2002 Chicago Heights, IL Prairie State College http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDba4Jh1Ib/ maryhig@hotmail.com 5K
Run/Walk for Autism for information click on: http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDca4Jh1Ib/
2
Day PECS Diane Black, M.ed & Sara Buswell October
8 & 9, 2002 Rosemont, IL 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com
www.pecs.com
INDIANA
Central Indiana Chapter - ASA - Annual Picnic August 3, 2002 12-4p Noblesville, IN Super Summer Safari Campsite RSVP Brsll@aol.com 317-877-2628
Central Indiana Chapter - ASA - Community Workshop Dr. Cathy Pratt, Dawn McGrath October 26, 2002 11a-3p Indianapolis, IN Servants of Christ Lutheran Church http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDda4Jh1Ib/ rsvp: brsll@aol.com
IOWA
Autism Awakening First Steps Support Group Meeting To empower parents and professionals with the knowledge to get started with their autism first steps program and to help individuals with autism reach their potential. May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 21 Cedar Rapids, IA St. Luke's Hospital Room 163 1-866-PDD-IOWA 319-364-2687 autismawakening@aol.com
2 Day PECS, Diane Black, M.ed & Sara Buswell, September 5 & 6, 2002, Des Moines, IA, 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
The Homesteads 2nd Annual Conference: Charting New Territories In Autism Dr. Rimland, Dr. Cave, William Walsh, Dr. SH Fatemi, Susan Owens, Brian Iwata, Richard Simpson.... Topics include Heavy Metal Toxicity, Sulphation, Reelin, Metallothionein, and education. September 13-14, 2002 West Des Moines, IA University Park Holiday Inn Jane eilers.clark@mcleodusa.net 888-228-8476 515-967-4369 http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDea4Jh1Ib/
Autism Society of Iowa Fall Conference & Auction Temple Grandin - Keynote Speaker October 4, 2002 West Des Moines, IA University Park Holiday Inn http://click.topica.com/maaaqkXaaSEcna4Jh1Ib/
Parent to Parent Support Group for Parents of Disabled Children (all disabilities allowed currently, now all autism) 3rd Monday of every month Methodist Church Fireside Room, Lower Level 307 S Wilson St, Jefferson, IA 50129 6:45 pm until 8:00 pm Sonya Wills 515-386-3729 or willco@netins.net
KANSAS
Support Group Meeting for parents & children with ASD Held the 2nd Saturday of every month Lenexa, KS University of Kansas Regents Center 913-588-5988 www.autismasperger.org
2 Day PECS Susan Peterson, Ph.D & Diane Black, M.Ed November 5 & 6, 2002 Wichita, KS 888-732-7462 www.pecs.com edimaio@pecs.com
KENTUCKY
2 Day PECS, Jo-Anne Matteo, M.S. CCC/SLP & Anne Hoffman, M.Ed, August 22 & 23, 2002, Louisville, KY 888-732-7462 www.pecs.com edimaio@pecs.com
LOUISIANA
MAINE
MARYLAND
Autism/Asperger's 2002 Dr. Temple Grandin, Dr. Kenneth Rubin, Carol Gray, Dr. Jeanette McAfee, Catherine Faherty, and Teresa Bolick September 19-20, 2002 Baltimore, MD www.futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727
Social
Skills Instruction & Asperger Syndrome This conference is designed
for psychologists, educators, and the families of people with high-end Autism
Spectrum Disorders who are just beginning to understand the unique disabilities
affected by weak social cognition. October
1-2, 2002 Baltimore, MD Oregon Ridge Lodge 913-897-1004 www.asperger.net/conferences_other.htm
MASSACHUSETTS
Applications being accepted for Berard AIT Jackie Rockwell, Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologist, is accepting applications for Berard AIT September 20-29, 2002 Nantucket, MA Giant Steps Therapy Center 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net
Visual Strategies for Improving Communication & Behavior Linda Hodgdon, M.Ed., CCC-SLP October 10-11, 2002 Boston, MA Best Western Royal Plaza (Marlborough) www.UseVisualStrategies.com 248-879-2598
Current Trends in Autism Conference Presenting cutting edge research from some of the most respected professionals in the field. Speakers include: Margaret Bauman, MD, Joe Buxbaum, PhD, Carol Grey, Marvin Natowicz, MD, PhD, Ian Lipkin, PhD, and Jerry Newport November 1-3, 2002 Danvers, MA Sheraton Ferncroft Conference Center www.ladders.org/fol/events.htm ctia@ladders.org
MICHIGAN
Support Group for Families & Friends of Children with Autism. Meets 2nd Monday of each month. Ferndale, MI Zion Lutheran Church www.geocities.com/everydaymiraclesautism everydaymiraclesautism@yahoo.com
2nd Annual Ted Lindsay Foundation Celebrity Golf Outing All proceeds go to support research on the MMR Immunization. September 10, 2002 Rochester Hills, MI The Wyndgate Country Club 586-739-5997
Growing Up With ASD Presenters: Dr. Barry Prizant, Dr. Ami Klin, Michelle Garcia Winner, Ros Blackburn October 15-16, 2002 Grand Rapids, MI www.thegraycenter.org 616-667-2396
2 Day PECS Diane Black, M.Ed & Jo-Anne Matteo, M.S. CCC/SLP November 4 & 5, 2002 Detroit, MI 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
MINNESOTA
Social Skills Instruction & Asperger Syndrome This conference is designed for psychologists, educators, and the families of people with high-end ASD who are just beginning to understand the unique disabilities affected by weak social cognition. September 19-20, 2002 Minnetonka, MN Sheraton Minneapolis West 651-647-1083 www.autism.org mpowell@goldengate.net
2 Day PECS, Susan Peterson, Ph.D & Mindy Glassberg, September 19 & 20, 2002 Bloomington, MN 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
Autism/Asperger's
2002 Dr. Temple Grandin, Norm Ledgin, Anne Addison, Kathleen Quill October
3-4, 2002 Minneapolis, MN www.futurehorizons-autism.com
1-800-489-0727
MISSOURI
MONTANA
2-Day PECS Training Workshop Anne Hoffman, M. Ed., & Susan Peterson, PhD November 5-6, 2002 Kalispell, MT 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
NEBRASKA
"Positive Perspectives on Autism" Featuring Jean-Paul Bovee & Dr. Michael Goldberg October 26, 2002 8:30a-4p Omaha, NE The Doubletree Hotel Aut2BMiracles@aol.com
NEVADA
2 Day PECS Diane Black, M.Ed & Sara Buswell October 17 & 18, 2002 Reno, NV 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
NEW HAMPSHIRE
NEW JERSEY
4th Annual Autism Charity Golf Outing - A golf event to benefit COSAC. September 9, 2002 Jackson, NJ Pine Barrens Golf Course 609-883-8100 information@njcosac.org www.njcosac.org
8th Annual Fall Spectacular Dinner Dance & Auction - An evening to benefit COSAC. October 11, 2002 Somerset, NJ Somerset Marriott 609-883-8100 information@njcosac.org www.njcosac.org
Visual Strategies for Improving Communication & Behavior Linda Hodgdon, M.Ed., CCC-SLP February 6-7, 2003 Newark, NJ Holiday Inn Newark http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDaa4Jh1Ib/ 248-879-2598
NEW MEXICO
NEW YORK
Autism Recovery Training Offered through SUNY-Canton by Dr. Stephen F. Ledoux. Two local certificates of completion are offered, one for parents/ paraprofessionals, and one for teachers. Canton, NY 315-386-7423 ledoux@canton.edu
Getting Resources for Autistic Children's Equality Dr. Norman D. Garand Memorial Golf Outing to benefit the GRACE Foundation of NY August 2, 2002 10am Staten Island, NY Silver Lake Golf Course Pat 718-987-2300
The Elija Foundation presents Dr. Bobby Newman, PhD, BCBA A Full Day Workshop on Self Help Skills Teaching Toileting, Feeding & Dressing - to students with Autism, using Applied Behavior Analysis. August 3, 2002 8am-5pm Plainview, NY The Residence Inn www.elija.org/BobbyReg.html elija@optonline.com www.room2grow.org
Basic Elements of the Structured Teaching Approach as Applied to Students with: Autism, Developmental Delays, Visual & Motor Impairments, Severe to Profound Mental Retardation. Presenter: Ronald Larsen, M.S. August 7, 2002 Plainview, NY The Marriott Residence 516-735-3012 KTKetzel@aol.com
Kickoff Luncheon - Inaugural Walk for Autism in Buffalo Join us along with Sam Hoyt, NYS Assemblymember, 144th District - and Baby Joe Mesi, NYS Heavyweight Boxing Champion August 7, 2002 12 noon Buffalo, NY Adams Mark Hotel http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDpa4Jh1Ib/ monica@poweradvocates.org 716-522-9185 2nd
Annual GRACE Foundation Family Picnic Food, Fun, Music, and Rides September 8, 2002 12-6:30p Staten Island, NY Camp St. Edward 718-982-9160 http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDqa4Jh1Ib/
Self-Advocacy Association of NYS National Conference Key Policymakers from Washington are expected to attend. September 21-22, 2002 Buffalo, NY monica@poweradvocates.org http://click.topica.com/maaaqkXaaSEcoa4Jh1Ib/
1st Walk for Autism in Buffalo Honorary Chair is NYS Heavyweight Boxer, Baby Joe Mesi September 29, 2002 Buffalo, NY Delaware Park 716-522-9185 monica@poweradvocates.org http://click.topica.com/maaaqkXaaSEcpa4Jh1Ib/ www.naar.org Monica 716-522-9185
2 Day PECS Anthony Castrogiovanni, Ph.D & Jo-Anne Matteo, M.S. CCC/SLP September 26 & 27, 2002 Latham, NY 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
Social Skill Training for Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome & Social-Communication Disorders A workshop for Parents and Professionals Presented by Jed Baker, PhD October 7, 2002 White Plains, NY Crowne Plaza 973-313-1803 JandBBaker@aol.com
GRACE Foundation (Getting Resources for Autistic Children's Equality) Autism 2002 - Alternatives and Options Conference Bernard Rimland, James Reese, and many other speakers. October 11-12, 2002 Staten Island, NY Hilton Garden Inn 718-605-7500 for more information
Autism/Asperger's 2002 Dr. Temple Grandin, Dr. Kenneth Rubin, Carol Gray, Dr. Lisa Lewis Jim Yerman, Anne Addison, Maria Wheeler, Sean Barron November 7-8, 2002 Westchester, NY www.futurehorizons-autism.com 1-800-489-0727
2 Day PECS Andrew S. Bondy, Ph.D & Lori Frost, M.S. CCC/SLP December 3 & 4, 2002 Ronkonkoma, NY 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
1 Day Follow Up PECS (Participants must have attended a 2 Day) Lori Frost, M.S. CCC/SLP December 2, 2002 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com
NORTH CAROLINA
NORTH DAKOTA
Effective Interventions for Children & Youth with Autistic Spectrum Disorders This conference is designed for parents, professionals, and others who work with children and youth with Autistic Spectrum Disorders. Presenters will demonstrate educational strategies and share tips for integration into the classroom. August 5-6, 2002 Grand Forks, ND Ramada Inn/Holiday Inn 913-897-1004 www.asperger.net/conferences_other.htm
OHIO
2 Day PECS, Diane Black, M.ed & Jo-Anne Matteo, M.S. CCC/SLP, August 5 & 6, 2002, Cleveland, OH, 888-732-7462 www.pecs.com edimaio@pecs.com
OKLAHOMA
OREGON
Asperger Syndrome: Arranging the Environment for Success This 2-Day workshop will highlight effective strategies for children and youth with Asperger Syndrome. It is designed for parents, professionals, and others who work with these unique individuals. October 11-12, 2002 Eugene, OR 913-897-1004 www.asperger.net/conferences_other.htm
PENNSYLVANIA
"Understanding a Different Way of Being" by William Stillman, Autism Consultant & Adult with Asperger's Syndrome August 26, 2002 Lansdale, PA North Penn High School dsilva@nni.com
Visual Strategies for Improving Communication & Behavior Linda Hodgdon, M.Ed., CCC-SLP September 26-27, 2002 Philadelphia, PA Holiday Inn (King of Prussia) www.UseVisualStrategies.com 248-879-2598
2 Day PECS Andrew S. Bondy & Lori Frost, M.S CCC/SLP October 22 & 23, 2002 Philadelphia, PA 888-732-7462 www.pecs.com edimaio@pecs.com
1 Day Follow Up (PECS) (Participants must have attended a 2 Day) Lori Frost, M.S. CCC/SLP October 21, 2002 Philadelphia, PA 888-732-7462 www.pecs.com edimaio@pecs.com
SOUTH CAROLINA
SOUTH DAKOTA
Fall Autism Symposium Social-Communication Assessment & Interventions Kathleen Quill September 26-27, 2002 Sioux Falls, SD Sheraton Hotel & Convention Center Pam 800-658-3080 605-357-1431
TENNESSEE
AIT and Interactive Metronome being offered Clients being accepted now. Nashville, TN Giant Steps Therapy Center 800-952-0288 giantsteps@earthlink.net
TEXAS
Autism Society of Collin County Adults with Autism speak about what life is like. August 6, 2002 Plano, TX St. Andrew United Methodist Church http://click.topica.com/maaaqkXaaSEcqa4Jh1Ib/ 214-925-2722
Family to Family Network Presents: Kathie Snow - Parent, and Author of: Disability is Natural: Revolutionary Common Sense for Raising Successful Children with Disabilities. August 7, 2002 6-9pm Houston, TX Family to Family Network http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDwa4Jh1Ib/ 713-466-6304
PEP: Parents/Professionals for Exceptional Progress Dr. David Brown, M.D. Protecting the Emotional Health of the Special Needs Child and Neurotypical Siblings. August 15, 2002 6-7:30p Longview, TX Longview Cancer Center 903-938-5729 peptexas@yahoo.com
Disability Housing Rights Conference: Opening Doors to Accessible, Affordable, Integrated Housing National Disability rights lawyer, Steve Gold, will keynote at an all day housing rights conference. August 23, 2002 Austin, TX amd2662@hotmail.com adapt@adapt.org 512-442-0252
Brazoria County ASA Monthly Meeting Dr. Susan Cattlet, Behaviorist August 27, 2002 7pm Richmond, TX Richwood Community Bldg. 979-798-7834 979-297-0259
PDD/IDA Monthly Meeting Sharing - Back to School August 27, 2002 Houston, TX St. Francis Episcopal Church 713-660-0944 pddida@hotmail.com
Family to Family Network - Open House! !!!!NEW LOCATION!!!! September 3, 2002 7pm Houston, TX 13150 FM 529, Suite 1006 713-466-6304 713-466-6319 fax
Autism/Asperger's 2002 Dr. Temple Grandin, Maria Wheeler, & a parent panel of high-functioning adults with Autism. September 6, 2002 El Paso, TX 1-800-489-0727 info@futurehorizons-autism.com www.futurehorizons-autism.com
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill - NAMI September 6-7, 2002 Austin, TX http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDxa4Jh1Ib/
11th Annual Texas State Conference on Autism September 11-14, 2002 Corpus Christi, TX 361-225-4500 for more information http://click.topica.com/maaaqkXaaSEcra4Jh1Ib/
FEAT-Houston Fall Meetings: September 12, 2002 November 14, 2002 www.feathouston.org 281-348-7067
CRCG Conference: Celebrating 15 Years of Collaboration in Texas September 30-October 3, 2002 San Antonio, TX 713-664-5701 x287 lauren_moore@co.harris.tx.us
Family to Family Network Kay Lambert of Advocacy, Inc will speak. Special Education Policy October 1, 2002 7pm Houston, TX 13150 FM 529 713-466-6304
MyHART - Mentally Handicapped & Autism Awareness Ride for Texas Purpose is to give each local city a chance to have families, organizations, and others, meet with their state legislatures to discuss the need for increased funding; provide pertinent information to our legislatures about funding needs for Texans with disabilities; provide facts about the explosive growth of Autism; provide personal stories outlining the need for help; inform about funding proposals for upcoming Legislation in 2003. 2 Cyclists will be riding from Houston through San Antonio, Austin, Waco, Fort Worth, and Dallas. Ride begins October 4, 2002 and ends October 11, 2002 in Dallas Mark - sachnik@utdallas.edu Ron - rgrabau@houston.rr.com
YOUTH LEADERSHIP PROJECT @ CAMP C.A.M.P Teen Advocacy Training Program funded by the Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities. For teens 14-21 years old. Applicants will be chosen from the Austin/San- Antonio/Houston area for the first year - and then from the entire state of Texas after that. 1st weekend in November 2002 1st weekend in February 2003 Request and application or more information: Sandy Gonzales 210-292-3573
The ARC of Greater Houston: Sibshops Workshops for Siblings of Special Needs Children Call 713-957-1600 for more information
Family Support NAMI-CAN Support Group A support group for families or caregivers whose children or adolescents live iwth a neurobiological brain disorder. First Tuesday of every month Fort Worth, TX The Child Study Center 817-485-7936 marswart@swbell.net
North Dallas Friendship Group Social gatherings for high-functioning kids - age 8-16. Meets every Wednesday at 3pm. googhaly@aol.com North Dallas Play Group Weekly social gatherings for kids age 3-12. Meets every Friday at 1pm. googhaly@aol.com
TxABA Autism SIG Continuing Education topics presented by Behavior Analysts, followed by discussion and planning for promoting behavior analysis in the Houston area. Meets Wednesday of odd numbered months. Houston, TX Harris County MHMR Autism Day Treatment site 281-633-3620
Mental Retardation Planning Advisory Council 1st Tuesday of the month, 10am Houston, TX 3110 Southwest Freeway Dee Hall 713-970-7150 Bay area Community Resource Meetings 3rd Thursday of every month, 8:30am Bay Area United Way Service Center Barbara V. Rivas 281-282-6038
Asperger Support Group Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7pm Topic: Panel of Grandparents who have Grandchildren with Asperger Syndrome. February 12, 2002 7pm Houston, TX Houston Mennonite Church 281-935-3254
Newly Formed Parent Group - Dallas, TX Denton County's Parents of Children with Special Needs Amy Patrick - Director of Education for Partners Resource Network, Inc. Goal is to reach parents and work in conjunction with other support groups to help parents understand the Special Education State and Federal Laws, participate fully in their child's educational decisions, among other things. Monthly Meetings: 2nd Thursday 7p-9p & Last Saturday 9a-11a Lake Dallas, TX Lake Dallas Primary School Amy 940-726-6355 amysuepatrick@netscape.net Tami 940-321-9187 mopitup@coserv.net
The ARC of Greater Houston: Sibshops Workshops for Siblings of Special Needs Children Call 713-957-1600 for more information
Family Support NAMI-CAN Support Group A support group for families or caregivers whose children or adolescents live with a neurobiological brain disorder. First Tuesday of every month Fort Worth, TX The Child Study Center 817-485-7936 marswart@swbell.net
2003 Conference: Ami Klin, Ph.D. - Yale Child Study Center January 25, 2003 More information TBA
UTAH
VERMONT
VIRGINIA
2 Day PECS, Susan Peterson, Ph.D & Sarah Buswell, August 26 & 27, 2002, Norfolk, VA, 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.co
Wrightslaw Special Education Law From Emotions to Advocacy - Workshop/Presentation September 16, 2002 Richmond, VA http://click.topica.com/maaaqkXaaSEcsa4Jh1Ib/
National Vaccine Information Center Presents: 3rd International Public Conference on Vaccination November 7-9, 2002 Crystal City, VA Gateway Marriott Hotel http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDCa4Jh1Ib/
WEST VIRGINIA
WASHINGTON DC
WASHINGTON
WEST VIRGINIA
WISCONSIN
2 Day PECS Mindy Glassberg & Sara Buswell November 7 & 8, 2002 Eau Clair, WI 888-732-7462 edimaio@pecs.com www.pecs.com Seattle, Washington
INTERNATIONAL
In Date Order
The Geneva Centre in Toronto Summer Training Institute Sessions: August 19-21, 2002 August 22, 2002 August 23, 2002 www.autism.net 1-866-436-3829
Spotlight on the Spectrum Professor Marian Sigman, Dr. Tony Attwood, Dr. Marie Knox, Dr. Deb Keen Topics: Diagnosis, Assessment, Social Interactions, Personal Perspectives, Interventions, Resources, and Strategies. November 4-8, 2002 Brisbane, Queensland, Australia www.uq.edu.au./education/centres/chisholm chisholm.centre@mailbox.uq.edu.au
AUSTRALIA World Autism Congress Dr. Eric Courchesne (US), Dr. Yoko Kamio (Japan), Ms Wendy Lawson (Australia), & Ms Donna Williams (UK) November 10-14, 2002 Melbourne, Australia www.autismcongress.com
SINGAPORE WeCAN - Worldwide Collaboration on Autism Needs - 3rd Annual Best Practices Conference. Three day conference will bring together renowned practitioners on Autism, Tony Attwood, Gary Mesibov, and others. November 19-21, 2002 Singapore http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDua4Jh1Ib/ arc_infores@pacific.net.sg
Overseas Lecture Tour:
The Son-Rise Program Breakthrough Strategies for Autism and PDD Raun K. Kaufman - The Son-Rise Program
September 18, 2002 1-4:30p Cardiff - Cardiff University, Main Building September 20, 2002 9:30a-1:30p Southhampton - Sir James Matthews Building To register for these - 01489 880881
September 21, 2002 1-4:30p London - Queen Mary University of London September 23, 2002 1-4:30p Manchester - Mechanic Centre September 24, 2002 10a-3p Newcastle Upon Tyne - The Newcastle Falcon's Club To register for these - 0167 078 9753
September 26, 2002 5-9p Edinburgh - University of Edinburgh September 28, 2002 1-4:30p Dublin - University College Dublin To register for these - 001 413 229 2100
For more information: http://click.topica.com/maaasEBaaSYDDa4Jh1Ib/ tour@option.org
ONLINE EVENTS
60: July 30, 2002