June 9
2009
Sundays 2-3p
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Dramautism Program
A dramatic arts program for children with high-functioning autism & Asperger's Syndrom, ages 4-8 to help build communication & social skills as well as self-esteem - acting, directing, building sets, improv, theatre games, karaoke, music, puppets, costumes, wigs, props. Produce a final show for parents & friends.
$100 for 12 weeks;
CBS Studios -
Debra Clark link email 818-360-7125 |
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May 2
2009
830-12noon
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Northridge, CA
A day of celebration: building communication for limited & non-verbal individuals through developing literacy -
- Sharon Hensel-Cohen, MSCCC, speech/language pathologist & special education teacher presents
on the importance of developing literacy as a support for communication growth for limited & non-verbal indivudals with family focus Empowerment Center -facilitates a panel of experts & parents.
free csun -
Lashonna Goodman link henselcohen@aol.com 818 677 5575
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May 2
2009
8:30a arrival, 9a to 12 noon
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Northridge, CA
A Day of Celebration: Opening the Door for Comunication with Limited or Non-Verbal Speakers -
Sharon Hensel-Cohen, MSCCC, facilitates a forum to raise awareness & empower families living with limited or non-verbal speakers to look creatively at availabe options to accessing communication. Topics include, but will not be limited to,: Developing Literacy; Traditional & Alternative Forms of Communication & more.
Forum CSUN Campus-Room to be announced
- Sharon Hensel-Cohen, MSCCC/SLP link email 818-968-2337
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May 2
2009
9a until 3:45 p.m
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Temecula, CA
Foundations for a Successful IEP for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders -
- Hear from noted experts as they address key topics, answer your unique questions, & resolve your most pressing issues: Dr. Chris Davidson- 'Understanding the Psycho-Educational Assessment & more.
29567 North General Kearny Rd
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May 2
2009
10a-4p
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Culver City, CA
Gilbert Hall School Open House -
Come & take a tour of Gilbert Hall School. Just let us know what time to expect you?
Free
Gilbert Hall School, 11359 W. Washington Blvd, Culver City 90066
- Robert Harrison link email 310-313-1500 |
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May 2
2009
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Tarzana, CA
Pill Swallowing Workshop -
Presented by Taira Lanagan, MA, BCBA Learn effective strategies to teach your child how to take oral medication. Download registration form
$10 per person, $15 per couple
19019 Ventura Blvd, Ste 300 -
Daphne Plump link email 818-345-2345 x 270 |
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Sundays 10-12 starting April 19th
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Lyndsey, CA
Big Fun Therapy & Recreational Services now offers art class!
- Work with Big Fun founder Gene Hurwin OTR/L in an eight-week session. Our new group art class allows the kids to participate in song, playing percussion instruments, dancing, as well as painting & molding. Call for more info. Now also taking sign ups for teen sports & summer camp.
Culver City 3710 S. Robertson Blvd No.225
877-BIG-FUN8 link email 310-837-7849 |
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May 4-Oct 2
2009
10a-6p
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Tomatis, CA
Tomatis Outreach In Orange County, California
Tomatis Outreach Programs are forming in Orange County, the first temporary clinic being located in Fountain Valley. For many, getting Tomatis therapy is difficult. In California, there are only 3 Tomatis Centers, the next closest being located in Seattle. If you are interested in participating or starting an outreach in the area,
Fountain Valley Slater & Ward
Please call Brenda Geringer at The Listening Center: 714-962-2030. Brenda Geringer link email 714-962-2030 |
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May 5
2009
Every Tues 4p
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Sebastopol , CA
Social Skills Group
This group is offered as a series of sessions on an ongoing basis. The curriculum is based on the play & interactive level of participants. Each session lasts 50 minutes. A group of 4 children is selected according to their age & develop-mental level. Among other approaches, ideas from DIR/Floortime approach, & social skills training.
$1100 for six sessions
707-824-9106 Stephanie McGlynn link email |
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May 6
2009
1st wed 6:30p
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Sacramento, CA
Alta California Regional Center's Faily Advisory Committee (FAC)
Family members are urged to attend to bring up issues and
concerns and ask for a response from ACRC Board of Directors.
Agendas are posted approximately one week prior.
Brenda Smith Conference room.
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May 6
2009
1st Wed 7p-8:30p
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Sherman Oaks, CA
Parent Support Groups for Preschool-Aged Children.
The Help Group offers monthly Parent
Support Groups for parents of children with ASD between the ages of 1 and 5. Groups are co-lead by a parent and therapist.
free
The Help Group 13130 Burbank Blvd 91401
Dr Gargi Dasgupta 818 779-5201 link email |
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May 6
2009
5:30-7:30p
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Oceanside, CA
Xcite Steps Bowling League
- Xcite Sports has designed bowling leagues for kids,teens, & adults who experience disabilities. Each team will be supported by our social coaches who will encourage participants, model appropriate sportsmanship behavior, help build friendships between players & keep a fun atmosphere.
858-703-7305 Transportation is available upon request-
Every /Call for Pricing
Bowling Alley is located in Oceanside but we will have meet spots in La Jolla & Solana Beach where kids can carpool w/mentors.
Pam Machala link email |
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May 6
2009
7p-9p
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Burbank, CA
Want to use Insurance to Pay for Autism?
- Come to this free seminar & hear how two parents (Dr. Karen Fessel & Feda Almaliti) got their insurance companies to cover autism treatment. Not only were they able to secure insurance coverage, but their children are benefitting from more paid hours of treatment with health care coverage versus the Regional Center. Go online to reserve your seat.
free
Free Seminar Courtyard Marriott, 2100 Empire Ave -
Andrea Mascarinia link email 800-418-9319 |
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May 7
2009
1st Thu 7p-9p
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Los Angeles, CA
Open House-
Dr. Tomatis' Protocol of Auditory Stimulation & re-education, Ocupational Therapy, Physical Therapy & Speech & Language Therapy. Learn more
about these therapies & get your quesions answered. Support & network with other parents, shareyour experiences, find out what works & the best places to get what is needed
Free
Free Integrated TherapySolutions
- Sharmila Herr link email |
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May 7
2009
Every Thus.
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Ripon, CA
SNAFU-
Special Needs Advocates For Understanding
Shirley at 209-321-6510 link email |
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May 7
2009
9:30a-11:30a
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Santa Rosa, CA
Autism Seminar. -
What Its Like To Be Autistic: Adults with autism spectrum diagnoses share their experiences of living with autism, & answer questions from an insiders perspective Daniel Geisler, William Moreno, Patrick Neece, Julia Pozsgai, Jennie Schultz & Scott Strayer, active adults with a variety of interests & life-styles, who have an autism spectrum diagnosis
Also CEUs Becoming Independent,
$20 donation suggested.
1425 Corporate Center Pkwy
- Dr. Lorna Catford link email 707-664-2402 |
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May 12 2nd Tue
2009
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Santa Rosa, CA
Talk About Curing Autism Now monthly meetings
- We will be discussing what to do after you receive a diagnosis of autism. The first year is the hardest & families need help & have lots of questions we will attempt to show them where to get answers to them.
Free, coffee & snacks served
1425 Corporate Center Circle-
Nancy J. Cook link email 707-575-7789 |
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May 12
2009
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Corte Madera, CA
Asperger's & Similar Profiles Support Group -
Support group for parents of children with Aspergers & Similar Profiles. Share experiences & network around common needs.
May 12 - 7p,
Call Stephanie to RSVP & for Corte Madera Location.
Free
- Stephanie link email 415-475-2121 |
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May 13
2009
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Antioch, CA
East Contra Costa Support Group
2nd Wed 6:30p-8:30.
Free. Comp beverages provided
Panera Bread 5897-B. Lone Tree Way-
Lisa McBride 25-584-7762 tinyurl.com/cce67 email |
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May 13
2009
2nd Wed 7- 9p
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Los Angeles, CA
Monthly Meeting, Los Angeles Asperger Syndrome Parents' Support Group-
The Los Angeles Asperger Syndrome Parents' Support Group meets monthly to discuss common interests such as Asperger Syndrome, behavioral issues & social skills training, IEPs, & the Regional Centers.
free community rm
Julia Ann Singer Cent, 3 MotorBlvd.
- Jim Devine
818-705-1600 310-338-2948 myweb.lmu.edu/ email |
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May 13
2009
2 Wed 4:30-7p
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Auburn, CA
Placer County Sp Ed CAC Meeting-
The Placer County SELPA Special Education Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meets 2nd Wed ea month to help shape the direction of Plaer County Special Ed. Public input is welcome.
Placer County Dept. of Ed, Burns Conference Room, 360 Nevada Street
- John Matthias email 916-771-4454 |
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May 13-14
2009
8:30a-2:30p
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Seal Beach, CA
Navigating the Maze of Autism
Dr. Ronald Leaf will separate fact from fiction regarding causes, prognosis & treatment options. Learn the key components of effective education in school & at home. Topics include: how to effectively eliminate disruptive behaviors that interfere with the learning process & everyday life, designing communication & social programs that accelerate critical skills & understanding effective teaching strategies
$125/person or $100/parents
200 Marina Drive, Seal Beach, CA 90740
Sara Gonzalez link email 562 431-9293 press 0 |
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May 14
2009
2 Thu - 7p
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Sonoma, CA
Asperger's & Similar Profiles Group in Sonoma
Support group for parents of children with Aspergers & Similar Profiles. Share experiences & network around common needs.
Free
Call Chris to RSVP & for Santa Rosa location
Chris link email 415-475-2119 |
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May 14-15
2009
8a-4p
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Anaheim, CA
PECS Basic Training
Presented by Pyramid Educational Consultants. Participants will leave this workshop with a fundamental understanding of how to implement PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System). To register, vist our website at www.pecs.com or call 888-732-7462. Call for group discounts. 1.3 ASHA CEUs & 7.0 BACB CEUs available.
$395 professional/ $295 Parent
Holiday Inn Anaheim, 1240 South Walnut
Catherine Horton link email 302-355-5979 |
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Fri, May 15
2009
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San Francisco, CA6p
ArtComdey For Kids with Autism
Enjoy an evening of comedy featuring Dana Carvey & Friends Hosted by the Bay Area's own legendary Mark Pitta including An exclusive viewing of 'The Music in Paint' series by Mark Carvey 6PM - 8PM - VIP gourmet food, wine & cocktail reception, exclusive art show & auction, fine wine silent auction 8PM - Dana Carvey & Friends Palace of Fine Arts
Free
3301 Lyon Street
Jayme Mogen link email 415-331-7601 |
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May 16
2009
1p
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Walnut Creek, CA
Limited Conservatorships
This presentation will explain what a Limited Conservatorship is & under what circumstances it can assist families in protecting assets & benefit eligibility.
1670 Riviera Ave., Ste. 1
Nina Jones link email 925-280-0172 |
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May 1
2009
May 16 - 10a
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Walnut Creek, CA
Special Needs Trusts
This presentation will discuss how Special Needs Trusts can be established in order to protect & provide assistance to the disabled while protecting their financial interests & eligibility.
1670 Riviera Ave., Ste. 1
Nina Jones link email 925-280-0172 |
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May 16
2009
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Temeculka, CA
Why ABA for Children with Autism Workshop
Presented by Kari Scott, MS & Samantha McLean, MA, BCBA. This free, 2 hour workshop will teach you what makes an effective, top-quality ABA treatment program, & much more! Limited seating. RSVP to d.plump@centerforautism.com
No cost
28991 Old Town Front Street, Ste 208
Daphne Plump link email 818-345-2345 x 270 |
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May 16
2009
9a
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Hidden Hills, CACalabasas
Wyatt's Run & Family Festival
Join the fun or do the run! Run 5 or 10 mile loops through the beautiful Ahmanson Ranch with Ultra Marathoner Shannon Farar-Griefer and/or join in the fun with swimming, hula hoop contests, balloon toss, sac races, live music, Carl's Jr lunch, snow cones, cotton candy, popcorn & more! This good old fashioned family day is to raise money for Autism Care & Treatment Today.
$20
Hidden Hills Community Center/ 24549 Long Valley Rd -
Amy link email 818-705-1625 |
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May 18-Sep 11
2009
12-4
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Sacramento, CA
Tomatis Outreach
Dr. Deborah Swain & The Listening Center of Walnut Creek will be offering the Tomatis Method in an outreach format in the Sacramento Area.An outreach is when The Listening Center brings The Tomatis Method to a community for short period of time. This outreach allows for a client to participate in The Tomatis Method in their own community without the burden of traveling to one of our clinics. The Listening Center is only in that community for the specific dates that the therapy is offered.
$50/hour
First Baptist Church
Lindsay Swain link email 9259524724 |
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May 18-Sep 11
2009
12-6
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Fair Oaks, CA
Tomatis Sound Therapy Outreach
The Listening Center of Walnut Creek, CA will be bring The Tomatis Method of auditory stimulation therapy to the Sacramento Area for a limited time. The Tomatis Method is the orginal sound therapy that is based on the works of Alfred Tomatis. The Listening Center provides a clinical application of the Tomatis Method. The Tomatis Method can improve skills for to listening, communicating, & learning
$50/hour
Lindsay Swain link email 9259524724 |
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May 18
2009
3rd Mon 7-8:30p
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Petaluma, CA
AutismHOPE
A Support Group for parents raising children with Autism. Our goal is to provide a safe setting where parents can share their struggles & success of raising child(ren) with Autism. To find the encouragment & Hope we need tobe the best parents for children.
Adobe Christian Center - 2875 Adobe Rd
Kristin Isaacs email 707-344-4387 |
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May 19
2009
3rd tue - 7:30p
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San Rafael, CA
Fathers & Autism Group
Support group for fathers of children on the Autism Spectrum. Share experiences & network around common needs.
415-785-4319
Free
30 N. San Pedro Rd., Conf. Rm
Doug link email |
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May 20
2009
3rd Wed 7p-8:30p
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Sherman Oaks , CA
Parent Support Groups
The Help Group offers monthly Parent Support Groups for parents of children with ASD between the ages of 5 and 12. Groups are co-lead bya parent and therapist.
Free
The Help Group 13130 Burbank Blvd 91401
Dr Gargi Dasgupta 818-779-5201 link email |
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May 21
2009
9:30a-11:30a
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Santa Rosa , CA
Autism Seminar
How Can I Take Care Of My Kid When Im Dead? Resolving the special needs of parents providing for their child with autism, including overcoming indecision & fears, estate planning, special needs trusts & wealth creation & preservation. MaryClare Lawrence JD, UC Berkeley, estate planning attorney & Martin Weil, MBA, UCLA, Certified financial planner, & parent of a special needs kid.
Also CEUs Becoming Independent,
$20 donation suggested
1425 Corporate Center Pkwy
Dr. Lorna Catford link email 707-664-2402 |
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May 21
2009
9:30a-11:30a
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Santa Rosa, CA
Autism Seminar
When Kids Grow Up: Supporting adults with autism in the community through person-centered planning, plus career, recreation & self-esteem opportunities Carol Fremault BS, Executive Director: California Programs for the Autistic & Steve Sweet MA, Behavioral Consultant. Also CEUs Becoming Independent
$20 donation suggested
1425 Corporate Center Pkwy
Dr. Lorna Catford link email 707-664-2402 |
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May 23
2009
12:30a-3:30p
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San Francisco, CA
Autism Biomedical Seminar
Autism-Spectrum Disorders:Successful Strategies for Treating Your Child with Biomedical Intervention Speaker is Dr. Kurt N. Woeller, D.O Defeat Autism Now! Referral Physician
$25
1350 Veterans Blvd
Chasity Robinson
link email 913-341-8949 |
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May 27
2009
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Huntsville, CA
+Davis Area Asperger’s Support Grp
Davis 4th Wed 7-9p Call for location. Robin Dewey 530-753-8649 DeDe Douglass 530-759-8817 email
+Parent Support Groups for Preschool-Aged Children. The Help Group offers monthly Parent Support Groups for parents of children with ASD between the ages of 1 and 5. Groups are co-lead by a parent and therapist.
May 27 Sherman Oaks 4th Wed 7p-8:30p; free. TheHelp Group 13130 Burbank Blvd 91401
Free
Whitesburg Center, Huntsville
Dr Gargi Dasgupta 818 779-5201 link email |
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