May 2
2009
1st Sun & 2nd Thu May 14
6p
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Evansville, IL
Monthly Support Group Meetings
General information on local re- sources, support & encouragement. Special speakers on various topics throughout the year. Networking w/ other parents.
(mtgs in the 180 building) Free Gethsemane Church, 1001 North Main Street
Lori Culbertson 812-437-3619 email
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May 2
2009
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Rolling Meadows, IL/b>
Wrightslaw
IDEA 2004 & NCLB - What you don't know CAN hurt you. - Speaker: Wayne Steedman with Wrightslaw. One-day program, 6 hours, focuses on changes in IDEA 2004 the interrelationships between IDEA 2004 & No Child Left Behind, & how to use these laws to get better special education services for children with disabilities.
$100 before 4/15 after $125 (includes 2 books)
Meridian Banquet & Conference Center
Kimberly Maddox-Reihl link email 517-420-3313
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May 16
2009
8a
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Chicago, IL
Chicago Walk Now for Autism
Walk Now for Autism is a 5K (3.1 mile) walk & Autism Resource Fair. It's a family-friendly event so bring the whole family along! There are activities for the children, resources for families, light refreshments & entertainment. Powered by volunteers & families with loved ones on the autism spectrum, this successful grassroots fundraising effort not only generates vital funds for autism research but also raises awareness about the increasing prevalence of autism & the need for increased research funding to combat this complex disorder.
Free
Soldier Field, Chicago
Mary Rios link email 224-567-8573
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Jul 27-29
2009
8a-4p
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Chicago, IL
Pyramid Approach: Creating Effective Teaching Environments (3-Day Pacakge)
Presented by Pyramid Educational Consultants. This is an in-depth three day workshop on implementing the Pyramid Approach to Education. Topics include functional activities, reinforcement systems, communication skills, & contextually inappropriate behaviors & alternatives. Call for group discounts. 1.9 ASHA CEUs available.
$595
Chicago Area (Villa Park) Easter Seals DuPage, 830 S. Addison Avenue
Catherine Horton link email 302-355-5979
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Aug 27-28
2009
8a-4p
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Chicago, IL
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.
Chicago Area (Villa Park) , $395 professional/ Parent -
$395 professional/ $295 Parent
Easter Seals DuPage, 830 South Addison Avenue
Catherine Horton link email 302-355-5979
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May 5
2009
7-9p
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Oakton, IL
Aspergerplanet
High Functioning Autism at Home & in School - Autism Society of America North Suburban Chapter Support Group. We are eager for more Families to join and attend any meeting.
Skokie Village 1st tue
Skokie Village Hall 5127 W., Lower Level- Community Room
847-486-4140 link email
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