Noah Knows!

Posted by Kim Dixon on December 16, 2010 in Teachers and Parents, Trainings with No Comments


Autism Conference – Hurst, TX – Over 30 presenters & presentations

Autism Conference

2nd Annual “Teaching Does Make a Difference”

Hurst, Texas (5 minutes from DFW Airport)

OVER 30 PRESENTATIONS AND 30 PRESENTERS

Special Rates for Texas School District Employees and Districts Sending Parents for Parent Training.

Featuring Mark Sundberg, PhD, BCBA-DSOME OF THE TOPICS AND TITLES:

Aspergers… My Journey
Presented by Daniel Durany

Siblings Shouldn’t Have to Struggle: Providing Support for Siblings Using The Sibshops Model and Incorporating Siblings in ABA Therapy Using Sibling Sessions
Sarah Flak, M.Ed., BCABA on behalf FEAT-NT

RDI Empowering Parents!
Presented by Katherine Lee, RDI Program Certified Consultant

RDI and Your Child
Presented by Katherine Lee

Data Collection: What, You Mean I Need To Document?
Presented by William H. Edwards, MS, BCBA
Behavioral Innovations

Understanding the ARD process (assessment, IEP development and service implementation)
Presented by Carla W. Edwards, MS, BCBA
Behavioral Innovations

Everything’s Hard! but Star Wars can Help: Nurturing the Frustrated, Lonely, and Gullible Heart of your Asperger’s and HFA Child/Teen
Presented by Lena Zettler Finholt, MA, Clinical Psychology
Licensed Psychological Associate
Director, Department of Psychology
Cook Children’s Medical Center

Putting the Function in Function Analysis: Effective Functional Analyses of Problematic Behaviors
Presented by Gordon Bourland, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Can you hear me now? Giving a non-vocal learner communication one step at a time
Presented by Dr. Regina Crone, Ph.D, BCBA-D, Teach Me LLC

Addressing Social, Flexible Thinking and Executive Functioning Skills in Children with Autism?
Presented by Dr. Regina Crone, Ph.D, BCBA-D & Jennifer Keese, M.Ed., BCBA, Teach Me LLC

Differential Diagnosing of Pervasive Developmental Disorders: What Are We Talking About
Lisa Elliott, PhD

Life Planning for Families of Special Needs
Presented by Thomas P. Kroehle, Jr., MBA, AIF Principal

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Needs Council of Tarrant County Discussion

Adults With Autism/Asperger’ s Panel

Parent’s of Children with ASD Panel

Implementing The State Mandates
Presented by Billy Edwards, Chair of the Legislative Committee of TxABA

Autism and Apraxia: Help Me Talk!
Presented by Erin Bernett M.S., CCC-SLP
Monkey Mouths Pediatric Speech

Contemporary ABA and Social Skills: The Heart of the Matter
Presented by Dr. Mitchell Taubman

“Bullying”
Presented by Lisa Elliot, PhD

Dreaded Transitions: Middle School, High School, and Beyond for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Presented by Beth Lusby, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Cornerstone Assessment & Guidance Center, LP

Strategies for Overcoming Problem Behaviors in the Home
Presented by Michael J. Tucker, M.Ed.
Behavior intervention Specialist/Lead In-Home/Parent Trainer
Lake Worth ISD
and
Suzanne Pedneault, M.Ed.
Lead Behavior Intervention Specialist
Lake Worth ISD

Find the Complementary Balance between Alternative & Traditional Approaches to Pediatric Wellness
Presented by Dr. Amber Brooks, C.A.C.C.P.
Board Certified Pediatric Chiropractor
Defeat Autism Now! Doctor

Subtle Changes Reap Huge Rewards: Understanding the Role of Food Sensitivities, Allergies, Digestive Problems, Attention and Behavior in Children with Autism
Presented by Dr. Amber Brooks, C.A.C.C.P.
Board Certified Pediatric Chiropractor
Defeat Autism Now! Doctor

Trends in adult Services in Texas
Presented by Dr. Carolyn Garver PhD
Autism Treatment Center, Director

Integrating ABA and Speech to Maximize Intervention
Presented by Christina Martin, BCBA, SLP-CCC, Teach ME LLC

Combining intervention strategies to address the individual needs of children on the autism spectrum
Presented by Cristina Busu, BCBA

GF/CF Bootcamp: Special Training for Surviving your Special Diet
Presented by Presented by Kendra Jean Finestead

Introduction to Verbal Behavior Analysis
Presented by Nancy Champlin, BCBA & Nicole Carlisle, M.S., BCBA

Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP)
Presented by Nancy Champlin, BCBA & Nicole Carlisle, M.S., BCBA

Errorless Teaching and Prompt Fading
Presented by Kecia Adams Wright, M.Ed., BCBA

The Ten “C”s to Establishing Meaningful Partnerships with Parents

A Guide for Special Education Teacher

&

Scaffolding for Student Success

Presented by Bobbye Records, MS, CCC/SLP, BCBA

At Home Autism Intervention Program of Skills and Drills for Parents and Caregivers
Featuring Raindrops on Roman: Overcoming Autism: A Message of Hope and the Autism Recovery Manual of Skills and Drills by Elizabeth Burton Scott
Presented by Author Elizabeth Burton Scott, M.A.
Teaching Generalization: Recreating Environments to Accelerate Learning
Presented by Brenda J. Terzich-Garland, M.A., BCBA & Joseph E. Morrow, Ph.D., BCBA

Healthy Movements Stress Relief
Presented by Moniek Ross-Johnson
Namasté Yoga Retreats and Healthy Movements International

Presented by Families for Effective Autism Treatment – North Texas (FEAT-NT)
A Nonprofit Providing Education, Advocacy and Support for Over 15 Years!

www.dfwautismconfer ence.com

Posted by Kim Dixon on November 21, 2010 in Autism, Education, Teachers and Parents with No Comments


Texas Council on Autism and PDD 2010 Annual Report

 

2010AnnualReport.pdf

Posted by Kim Dixon on October 17, 2010 in Teachers and Parents with 1 Comment


Great Scuba Adventures

Scuba experience for all abilities is now being offered at

Neurodevelopmental Therapy Services

Classess taught by certified SSI Scuba Instructor and retired teacher, Elizabeth Wayne

Dcuba Experience Includes:

Safety Instruction, Equipment usage and O2, Underwater individual classes

Every Thursday, 12p.m.-6 p.m.

NTS Northwest Pool, 4423 Shadowdale, Houston, 77041

Each swimmer will be able to experience the excitement of self-contained underwater breathing apparatus…S.C.U.B.A.

50 minute classes for $60 with NTS assistant provided

$50 if client provides adult assistance in pool

Please bring your swimsuit, towel, and sunscreen.

To schedule classes: Call NTS at 713.466.6872

Posted by Kim Dixon on October 10, 2010 in Teachers and Parents with No Comments


American Sign Language resource site: Lifeprint.com

http://www.lifeprint.com/index.htm

This is an excellent resource for teachers and parents!

Posted by Kim Dixon on September 29, 2010 in Teachers and Parents with 1 Comment


Disability is Natural

A resourceful website and newsletter which will encourage and empower all to think of individuals with disabilities in powerful new ways!

Visit:  http://www.disabilityisnatural.com/newsletters/427-pres-comp

Posted by Kim Dixon on September 28, 2010 in Teachers and Parents with No Comments


A website which helps with speech issues.

Posted by Kim Dixon on September 28, 2010 in Camps, Teachers and Parents with 2 Comments


You Are Invited!

Open House                         

Saturday, February 5, 2011

9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

 

Mikey’s Place and Memorial Drive United Methodist Church* present the 2nd Annual:

Special Needs

Summer Camp Fair

For families in Texas raising children and young adults with disabilities.

R Meet providers listed in Mikey’s Guide.

R Visit with state and local organizations about their summer programs.

R Take home loads of valuable information on camps, classes, sports & recreational activities and more for people of all ages and disabilities.

R Purchase your copy of Mikey’s Guide.

R NEW Kids’ Corner this year!

A fun time was had by all!           Great info for families!               Meet new friends and old!

Questions?  For more information, please visit www.mikeysplace.net or call 713-591-1965.

 

*Memorial Drive United Methodist Church is located at 12955 Memorial Drive; Houston, TX  77079.

Posted by Kim Dixon on September 26, 2010 in Autism, Teachers and Parents with 1 Comment


Autumns’s Dawn

www.autumnsdawn.org

Transitional Services for Young Adults, 281.913.4990, 7702 FM 1960 East, Suite 212, Humble, TX 77346

Posted by Kim Dixon on September 26, 2010 in Teachers and Parents with No Comments


Posted by Kim Dixon on September 25, 2010 in Teachers and Parents with No Comments


Therapy Street for Kids

www.therapystreetforkids.com

The purpose of this website is to provide resources
for parents who want to carry over occupational
therapy activities with their child at home.  The
information provided here does not replace therapy
or medical care provided by a qualified therapist or
medical professional.   

    These activities are safe for most children.  
However, some activities or materials may be
inadvisable for children who have certain allergies
or medical conditions.  It is recommended that you
consult your child’s medical provider or therapist
before engaging in the activities you have selected.