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[Dione Costanzo]

The ABA Support Network
Proudly announces its inaugural meeting, featuring the following discussion:

“Incorporating ABA into Sport and Leisure Activities….
What Do Parents Want?”

Special Guest – Tara Cleave, Community Services Coordinator
Surrey Parks and Recreation

Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Surrey Sport and Leisure Complex
16555 Fraser Highway
Use Arena entrance and go up stairs to MP Room #2
RSVP: dionec@shaw.ca

The ABA Support Network is a newly formed non-profit society that is based in Surrey, BC. Our mission is to improve access to quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment and support in the home and in the community to children and adults who need it.

Join us for an evening of discussion and brainstorming ideas with Tara Cleave, Community Services Coordinator with Surrey Parks and Recreation. Tara is looking for feedback from parents, caregivers and individuals who are looking for access to ABA support services in a community setting.

Inclusion and participation in local recreation services such as swimming lessons and day camps is beneficial to all children. This meeting will be run as a focus group with the goal of giving Parks and Recreation an understanding of the needs and wants of individuals who wish to access these community services and require ABA support in order to participate.

Bring your ideas and comments for what promises to be an exciting and informative evening. Non-Surrey residents welcome too!

Sponsored by – The ABA Support Network
Giving the ABA Community a Voice

We are a non-profit society. Donations at the door greatly appreciated!

[Katrina Ewanchuk]

I have a bunch of books that I`m looking to sell if interested please contact me at katrina_e31@yahoo.ca

The Churkendoose Anthology: True Stories of Triumph over Neurological Dysfunction
By Judith Bluestone – $8.00
http://www.amazon.com/Churkendoose-Anthology-Neurological-Dysfunction-NeuroDevelopment/dp/097202350X

Targeting Autism : What We Know, Don`t Know, and Can do to help young children with autism Spectrum Disorders
By Shirley Cohen – $7.00
http://www.amazon.com/Targeting-Autism-Children-Spectrum-Disorders/dp/0520248384/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236286659&sr=1-1

The World of the Autistic Child : Understanding and Treating Autistic Spectrum Disorders
by Bryna Siegel – $7.00
http://www.amazon.com/World-Autistic-Child-Understanding-Disorders/dp/0195119177/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236286710&sr=1-1

Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships : Decoding Social Mysteries Through the Unique Perspectives of Autism
by Dr Temple Grandin and Sean Barron – $10.00
http://www.amazon.com/Unwritten-Social-Relationships-UNWRITTEN-SOCIAL/dp/B001TJVKT6/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236286765&sr=1-5

You`re Going To Love This Kid : Teaching Students with Autism in the Inclusive Classroom
by Paula Kluth – $10.00
http://www.amazon.com/Youre-Going-Love-This-Kid/dp/1557666148/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236286994&sr=1-1

A Land We Care Share : Teaching Literacy to Students with Autism
by Paula Kluth and Kelly Chandler-Olcott – $8.00
http://www.amazon.com/Land-We-Can-Share-Teaching/dp/1557668558/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287056&sr=1-2

Do-Watch-Listen-Say : Social and Communication Intervention for Children with Autism
by Kathleen Ann Quill – $25.00
http://www.amazon.com/Do-Watch-Listen-Say-Social-Communication-Intervention-Children/dp/1557664536/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287177&sr=1-1

Just Give Him The Whale : 20 Ways to Use Fascinations, Areas of Expertise, and Strengths to Support Students with Autism
by Paula Kluth and Patrick Schwarz – $7.00
http://www.amazon.com/Just-Give-Him-Whale-Fascinations/dp/1557669600/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b

A Treasure Chest of Behavioral Strategies for Individuals with Autism
by Beth Fouse and Maria Wheeler – $13.00
http://www.amazon.com/Treasure-Behavioral-Strategies-Individuals-Autism/dp/1885477368/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1236287411&sr=1-1

Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Asperger Syndrome and Social Communication Problems
by Jed E. Baker – $15.00
http://www.amazon.com/Training-Children-Adolescents-Asperger-Social-Communications/dp/193128220X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287458&sr=1-1

The Social Skills Picture Book : Teaching play, emotion, and communication to children with autism
by Jed E. Baker – $13.00
http://www.amazon.com/Picture-Teaching-emotion-communication-children/dp/1885477910/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287555&sr=1-1

Applied Behavior Analysis in the Classroom (Second Edition)
by Patrick J. Schloss and Maureen A. Smith – $50.00
http://www.amazon.com/Applied-Behavior-Analysis-Classroom-2nd/dp/0205196837/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287605&sr=1-1

Scattered Minds : A New Look at the Origins and Healing of Attention Deficit Disorder
by Gabor Mate – $8.00
http://www.amazon.com/Scattered-Minds-Origins-Attention-Disorder/dp/0676972594/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287644&sr=1-3

The Last Taboo : A Survival Guide to Mental Health Care in Canada
by Scott Simmie and Julia Nunes – $7.00
http://www.amazon.com/Last-Taboo-Survival-Mental-Health/dp/0771080638/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287729&sr=1-1

Maverick Mind : A Mother`s Story of Solving the Mystery of her unreachable, unteachable, silent son
by Cheri L Florance and Marin Gazzaniga – $6.00
http://www.amazon.com/Maverick-Mind-Mothers-Unreachable-Unteachable/dp/0399530673/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287803&sr=1-1

A Child of Eternity : An Extraordinary Young girl`s message from the World Beyond
by Adriana Rocha and Kristi Jorde – $5.00
http://www.amazon.com/Child-Eternity-Extraordinary-Message-Beyond/dp/B000XXA1YO/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287877&sr=1-4

Foundations of Play Therapy
edited by Charles E. Schaefer – $25.00
http://www.amazon.com/Child-Eternity-Extraordinary-Message-Beyond/dp/B000XXA1YO/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287877&sr=1-4

A Comprehensive Guide to Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
by Ivan Brown and Maire Percy – $35.00
http://www.amazon.com/Comprehensive-Guide-Intellectual-Developmental-Disabilities/dp/1557667004/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1236287977&sr=1-1

[Lis Louwrier]

Respite person needed in Victoria

A Victoria-based family requires a respite person with ABA background to perform respite one evening per week (7-10PM) for a family with three children (including one infant). The family is less worried about the particular day of the week but more interested in one evening out on a consistent basis.

Pay is based on experience.

If you are able to commit to one evening a week, please contact Lis @ 250-294-0729 or email: louwrier@shaw.ca. Thanks!

[Lis Louwrier]

Therapist(s) needed in Victoria

A Victoria-based family has two openings for ABA therapists interested in latter stages of programming for an 8-year old boy with high-functioning autism. The program is under the supervision of Kathryn Theroux of the Able Clinic and the program comes with much direction. Applicants will also learn social thinking development for young children.

Candidates need to have a good sense of humour and a fun, sporty attitude. Floor hockey fans are most welcome as well as strong swimmers. Two shifts are available:

Monday/Wednesdays 3:30-6PM
Tuesday/Thursdays 4-6PM

One shift each week will consist of an outing and/or social skill experience. The other shift will be in-home completing homework-based activities. Please note that home-based programming is very much at the generalized stage and needs to look very much like an average after-school experience for an elementary-aged child.

Applicants must have a clean CRC and driving record.

In return you will work with a hard-working family and a pretty fun bunch.

If this ad speaks to you, please contact Lis @ 250-294-0729 or email: louwrier@shaw.ca.

[Jaswant Singh]

Lead Therapist Position Available for 1 (or 2) Wonderful 6 year old Boys

Are you currently a Lead Therapist looking for more rewarding work or an experienced ABA therapist who is just itching to take the leap to the next level in your ABA career? If so, we have the perfect position(s) for you!

Our sons' ABA programs have been underway since 2005 under the supervision of the Early Autism Project and great success has been achieved. Due to university graduation related issues, our Lead Therapist positions will become available in April and we're looking for 1 or 2 quality individuals to step in and take over these responsibilities. Enthusiasm and commitment are key qualities we are seeking. In addition to in-home ABA sessions, our sons' therapy programs include outings, camps and peer play activities. Responsibilities will include working two ABA sessions per week, overlapping other team members, preparing for and participating in 1 (or 2) team meetings per month and completing various administrative tasks. We live in South Vancouver near Main St. & Marine Drive and pay will be commensurate with experience.

If this is of interest to you, please email Jaswant at "c d r a n u @ y a h o o . c o m". Thanks!

[Dione Costanzo]

**ABA THERAPIST(S) NEEDED IN SURREY (NEWTON)**

We need therapists (tutors) who have lots of energy, excellent play skills, love working with children, are motivated and patient with a positive attitude to work with our 6 year old son.

Individuals interested in psychology, education, speech pathology or any other career involving children are welcome.

You will train with an experienced Senior Therapist under the direction of our consultant, Kathryn Theroux from the ABLE Developmental Clinic.

Enthusiasm, dedication, reliability, and a willingness to learn are required.

Applicants must be at least 19 years of age with a clear criminal record check. We need you to be able to commit to two or three 3-hour shifts each week, in addition to attending bi-weekly team meetings.

Salary is negotiable and is based on experience. We will ask that you make a one-year commitment to the team.

We are located close to 152 and 72 in Surrey.

Please e-mail resumes or any inquiries to dionec@shaw.ca.
Telephone inquiries are also welcome at 604-597-1525

Be part of a team and make a difference in the life of a child!

[Tina]

Experienced (senior) therapists needed

I'm looking for some senior and experienced therapists to work with my 9 years old son for after 4pm weekdays. He has mild autism, verbal, compliant, can read and write, and he is very sweet to work with. I live in Vancouver close to skytrains and buses. If you are interested, please contact me at tnkaccount@gmail.com
Pay is negotiable.

[Mike & Jean]

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By Mike & Jean (Lewis) on Thursday, February 26, 2009 – 10:42 pm:
Please see the following invitation. For those who don't know, David has provided FEAT with strategic advice for the last three years. He is also one of the founding directors of Medicare for Autism Now! If elected, he will publicly advocate for legislation amending the provincial guidelines to have autism treatment covered under Medicare. I encourage you to attend this event, regardless of where you live.

Everyone who knows him wonders what took so long….but… we’re thrilled that our friend, neighbour, former lawyer, public affairs consultant, tireless community activist, powerful advocate for the voiceless……

David Marley is finally running for public office as an Independent Candidate for election as MLA for
West Vancouver – Capilano on May 12th.

Please join us in launching his campaign:

“Vote for a Voice – It’s Time to be Heard!”

Saturday, February 28th, 2009
2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Tamarack Room – Delbrook Recreation Centre
600 West Queens Rd.,
North Vancouver, BC

David would love to meet you. Come and find out who he is and why he wants to be your MLA. Hear speakers representing diverse groups describe how David’s expertise and commitment made a positive difference in their lives and organizations. This will be a fun and informal event! Talking and laughing are encouraged! Everyone, including children is welcome! Light refreshments will be available.

Due to space limitations and enormous interest – please RSVP •••.A.P. to vote4marley@gmail.com or call: 604-290-5737

We rely upon and respect your opinions. If you live in West Vancouver – Capilano, please click on: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=lh_2fZN5_2fBAO9qSPggA4_2fWpQ_3d_3d and complete our questionnaire. Thanks!

[Elaine Raynault]

Morning Therapist/Play Date Facilitator in South Surrey

We are looking for someone 2-3 mornings per week from aprox 9-11:30 to work with our very high functioning and fun 5 year old.

We would prefer someone with experience who is comfortable facilitating play dates. Must be FUN and think quickly on your feet.

Most of our son's programs are introduced and taught in a generalized manor from the start, so we need someone who is flexible and natural in their ABA approach.

Our Consultant is Dr. Sara White.

Please contact Elaine at
604-542-4257 or
i_am_elaine@shaw.ca

[Catherine Hui]

Vancouver South Granville family looking for an ABA therapist to join a well established team. Our son is 3.5 years old. He is fun loving and verbal.

You must be 19 year old and older with a current clear criminal check. Experience is an asset but not necessary. We will provide the training. Wages are based on experience.

You will be required to work 2 shifts per week (2.5hr) and attend a team meeting every 2 weeks.

Please reply to hui_catherine@hotmail.com if you are interested.

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