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[Stella Li]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

a presentation on
Social Thinking and Language Issues

by
Jenny Gorton, SLP
ABLE Development Clinic

at
7:00pm, Tues Nov 17

in the
Delbrook Recreation Centre

GUEST SPEAKER:
Before returning to Vancouver to join the ABLE Development Clinic, Jenny was an integral member of Teach Social Silicon Valley, previously known as the Centre for Social Thinking. Working closely with Michelle Garcia-Winner, Jenny provided treatment for social and language deficits in clients with Asperger’s Syndrome and other Autism Spectrum Disorders.

DATE:
Tuesday, November 17, 2009

TIME:
7 – 9 pm

LOCATION:
Cedar Room, in the North Building of the Delbrook Recreation Centre
(600 West Queens Road, North Vancouver)

For those going north/west on Highway #1: take exit 17 for Westview Dr, turn right at Westview Dr, and then turn right at Queens Rd. For those going east on Highway #1: take exit 17 for Westview Dr, turn left at Westview Dr, and then turn right at Queens Rd.

Coffee/Tea and snacks provided. Donations are greatly appreciated.

Please RSVP to Carol at colemanmoser@hotmail.com

Carol and Tony
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Liana Maione]

I am posting this on behalf of a parent:

ABA Therapists Needed for Two Teams!

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of our children?! We have two little ones waiting for you to call!

We are currently in the process of establishing two ABA programs in our SURREY home and are in need of Line Therapists to work with our 5-year-old son and our 3-year-old daughter with Autism. Therapists will have the opportunity to work on one or both teams, depending on availability and scheduling. Ideally, therapists can work a minimum of three sessions per week – and must attend monthly team meetings.

Currently, our schedule is quite open so hours are flexible!

No experience is necessary. Pay is commensurate with experience. These positions will appeal to those who welcome frequent overlaps to fine tune their skills under the guidance of our ABA consultant, Liana Maione, BCBA, and our Program Supervisor, Leah Mumford.

Applicants must:
•be responsible, energetic, and enthusiastic
•be at least 19 years old
•have a clear criminal record check
•have reliable transportation
•make a minimum 12 month commitment

Please send resumes to the following email address: robothamamy97@gmail.com or phone Amy at 604-543-3734 for more information.

[Louise Taylor]

FEAT Rally

Friday, November 13th, 2009
12:00 Noon
Premier Gordon Campbell’s Constituency Office
3615 West 4th Ave
Vancouver, BC

Why should you attend?

• The recent tragic deaths of two Canadian children with autism, killed at the hands of their own parents, is a wake up call! The status quo is putting the health of children and their very lives in jeopardy.

• September’s announcement by the Ministry of Children and Family Development has shown that our government is not concerned about the rights and needs of some of its most vulnerable citizens.

• No legislation or mandate exists to deliver health care to children with autism or to protect and enshrine their right to their medically necessary treatment. What little individualized funding being provided now is in jeopardy of being taken away.

• Autism is an epidemic! According to the Center for Disease Control, it now affects one in every 100 children in North America.

• It is time for our provincial government to recognize its responsibility to act and to demonstrate leadership for the rest of Canada!

Who should attend?

-parents, grandparents, friends, consultants, therapists, anyone who is concerned about this injustice to our children. We urge you all to attend this rally!

Featured Speakers will include:
Jean Lewis – Vancouver parent, board member, Medicare for Autism Now!
Bev Sharpe – Vancouver parent, board member, Families for Early Autism Treatment
Louise Witt – Surrey parent, spokesperson, Families for Early Autism Treatment

(To RSVP or for more information email abarocks@gmail.com )

[Dennis Nerpio]

Child therapist and lead therapist needed in the “Surrey” area to work one-to-one with our 5 year old child who has high functioning Autism/Asperger's, in a home-based ABA program.

Experience is an asset but not a necessity. Free training is provided under the guidance of our ABA consultant Liana Maione (BCBA). Ideal for college students (especially those in psychology, social work, education or Douglas College BI program), 19 years and older and must provide us with a clear criminal record check. For more information on Behavioral Interventionists and careers go to the website http://www.abasupportnetwork.com – click on careers.

You must have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, a high level of energy, a fun & creative side, good attention to detail and a desire to make a difference in the life of a child. You must also be great at play!!! This is a fun, challenging and rewarding position.

Must be able to commit to 2 – 3 hour shifts a day, 6-9 hours a week. We are looking to fill shifts from Monday to Friday 3:30pm to 5:30pm and one weekend shift, preferably a Saturday. A minimum 6 to 12 month commitment is expected. You will also require your own reliable transportation.

Please email resumes: jnerpio1@gmail.com

[Nancy Robins]

For Sale

Edmark Reading Program – Level 2 Complete set. Like new.

The Edmark Reading Program uses a whole-word approach with short instructional steps and consistent repetition to ensure that children experience immediate success. Level 2 improves oral language, vocabulary, word meaning, thinking and reasoning skills. Appropriate to use with students who have completed Level 1 or with struggling readers or students with developmental and learning disabilities.

Email Nancy at whale58@telus.net for more information.

[Leyla Montazam]

ABA Therapist needed in West Vancouver
for two autistic brothers that have received early intervention. Both children are in school and will require someone to work at the house on weekday afternoons or on the weekend.
We currently have a home based team and are looking for one or two additional therapists.
Applicants must:
– have experience working with children ( or have an interest to work with children)
– (ABA experience not required but is an asset)
– 19 years of age or over
– have a recent criminal record check
– make at least a one year commitment to the family, as consistency is very important

please email resumes or any questions to
leyla.montazam@hotmail.com

[Nick Allan]

Our family is eagerly looking for therapist(s) /tutor(s), to join our home based ABA program that we are running for our very fun-loving, bright, and hard working 5 year old daughter.
Individuals interested in psychology, education, speech pathology or any other careers involving children are welcome. Enthusiasm, dedication, reliability, an open mind and a willingness to learn are most desirable.

This is a great opportunity to receive training and hands on experience in ABA therapy with minimal initial qualifications, with the opportunity to grow into the position of the SEA for our daughter. Desired candidates will have lots of energy and patience, strong play skills, a positive attitude and good multi-tasking abilities.

You will be supervised by Dr.Sara White, a BCBA and PhD in Clinical Psychology/ABA.

As a therapist you need to be able to commit to: two to three, 3 hour shifts each week, in addition to attending monthly team meetings, and we will ask you to make a one-year commitment to the team.

Salary is negotiable and is based on experience; we will require a criminal record check.
We are located 5 minutes from the 29th Avenue Sky Train Station.
Please e-mail your resume or any inquiries to asd1@shaw.ca.

Thank you for your interest, we are looking forward to hearing from you.

[Andrea Finch]

** Board Game Wanted **

We are looking for the game "Battleship". Does anyone have a version of this they'd be prepared to sell or otherwise part with?

If so, please e-mail me privately at andreafinch@shaw.ca. We're located in North Vancouver.

Thanks!

[Louise Taylor]

FEAT Rally

Friday, November 13th, 2009
12:00 Noon
Premier Gordon Campbell’s Constituency Office
3615 West 4th Ave
Vancouver, BC

Why should you attend?

• The recent tragic deaths of two Canadian children with autism, killed at the hands of their own parents, is a wake up call! The status quo is putting the health of children and their very lives in jeopardy.

• September’s announcement by the Ministry of Children and Family Development has shown that our government is not concerned about the rights and needs of some of its most vulnerable citizens.

• No legislation or mandate exists to deliver health care to children with autism or to protect and enshrine their right to their medically necessary treatment. What little individualized funding being provided now is in jeopardy of being taken away.

• Autism is an epidemic! According to the Center for Disease Control, it now affects one in every 100 children in North America.

• It is time for our provincial government to recognize its responsibility to act and to demonstrate leadership for the rest of Canada!

Who should attend?

-parents, grandparents, friends, consultants, therapists, anyone who is concerned about this injustice to our children. We urge you all to attend this rally!

(For more information email abarocks@gmail.com )

[Dione Costanzo]

The ABA Support Network
Presents

“When a Brother or Sister has ASD – Sibling Issues”

Special Guest – Kathryn Theroux, MS, RCC
Behavior Consultant and Counselor at ABLE Developmental Clinic

Learn about important research into the sibling experience when a child in the family has an autism spectrum disorder. Explore causes and solutions of sibling problems common to families coping with ASD.

This will be an interactive presentation with many opportunities for discussion and questions. Learn more about this familiar parental worry and how you can prevent or reduce the impact of social deficits and problem behavior on the sibling relationship.

Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex, 16555 Fraser Hwy
Use Arena entrance and go up stairs to MP Room #3
RSVP: dione@abasupportnetwork.com

Following this special presentation, there will be experienced parents available to answer questions about home based ABA programs.

Join now!! http://www.abasupportnetwork.com

We are a membership based, non-profit society. Our mission is to improve access to Applied Behavioral Analysis support and treatment in the home and community for children, youth and adults who need it.

Donations can be made online through our secure website
or send checks to:
ABA Support Network
1176 Keil Crescent
White Rock, BC, V4B 4W1

Thank you for your support!

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