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[David Bridges]

Hi Andrew

Disgusting and despicable, the present state of affairs in the treatment of folks with developmental disabilities in Ontario. Ontario is a particularly corrupt and wasteful provincial government, not to mention one that prides itself on being so 'progressive'; all of which make stories like these so heartbreaking and grating. We're no great shakes here in BC either, but every time I hear about the state affairs in Ontario, I thank God we don't live there.

So in other words Andrew, NO – you are NOT being too cynical ( it is THEM), and YES – every time you hear a politician speak, you are likely hearing BS.

So, fight 'em folks – politicians, bureaucrats, agencies, etc. Of course, work with them if you can. But hold them accountable, shame them, embarrass them, pressure them, go over their heads if you cannot. It is just the right thing to do. Pretty damn sure God (if there is one) is on our side!

[Dione Costanzo]

Welcome to Autism – A Special Presentation and Meeting for Parents

Tuesday July 26th, 7pm
1551 Salisbury Ave, Port Coquitlam

Louise Witt will co-present with Junior Behaviour Consultants Tracey Feenstra and Jennifer Vellenoweth from Semiahmoo Behaviour Analyst Inc. to discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

Louise is a social worker and parent of a child who has autism. She is a member of the Pacific Autism Family Center steering committee and an advocate in the autism community in BC.

Tracey has been working in the field of ABA for seven years. She has worked as an ABA Support Worker for School District 36 (Surrey) and has been working as a Junior Behaviour Consultant for Semiahmoo Behaviour Analyst Inc. since 2013.

For a complete bio and credentials please see,
http://semiahmoobehaviouranalysts.ca/dt_team/tracey-feenstra/

Jennifer has been delivering BI services since 2000 in home, school, and community settings and currently works as an intern on home programs. Jennifer was team leader for an ABA Teaching Home for three years before joining SBAI.

For a complete bio and credentials please see,
http://semiahmoobehaviouranalysts.ca/dt_team/jennifer-vellenoweth/

The focus of this presentation is on supporting parents to identify the components of an evidence based therapy program that will best suit their child, including evaluating and hiring service providers.

Have a new diagnosis? Not sure if the therapy program your child is currently in is the right fit? This presentation is for you.

This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/welcome-to-autism-tickets-26185187601

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow the Autism Support Network!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc
and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

[David Bridges]

Folks, snake oil is alive and well and still doing real harm:

http://news.nationalpost.com/news/canada/a-family-nightmare-p-e-i-father-falsely-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-autistic-non-verbal-daughter

Pretty hard to fathom, but rubbish like Facilitated Communication not only persists, but in some cases, is publicly funded.

DB

[David Bridges]

A friendly reminder from the Autism Society's North Shore Community Support Group:

Just in time for those summer BBQs, picnics, summer camps and parties,a topic most of you will be familiar with and interested in. On Thursday June 23rd, from 7:00pm-9:00pm, Amy Tanner, M.Sc., BCBA, will be speaking on the topic: "Picky Eaters & Problem Feeders". The group meets at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Drive (Welsh Hall West – downstairs).

For more information or to RSVP, contact Dave Bridges at northshore@autismbc.ca

FYI: This is the last North Shore Community Support Group meeting before the summer break. Sessions resume in September.

[Dione Costanzo]

Success at the Dentist!!
Wednesday June 15, 7-10pm
Pinetree Community Centre, 1260 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

Special Presentation with a very special guest speaker Kayla Ragosin-Miller , who has developed the Dental Intervention Program for children with Autism and related disorders at BC Children’s Hospital

This presentation has been created by Louise Witt (Parent and Director of the ASN) in collaboration with Kayla Ragosin-Miller (Dental Hygienist at BC Children's Hospital). Kayla started the Dental Desensitization program at Children's and Louise's son Jack has participated in the program alongside his home ABA program.

This presentation will outline some steps that allow children with ASD to be successful not only going to the dentist but a variety of activities like going for a haircut, to a restaurant etc.

Children with ASD deserve access to great oral care and it can be done!

Please RSVP here – https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/success-at-the-dentist-tickets-25763044961

About Kayla Ragosin-Miller:
Kayla Ragosin-Miller is a dental hygiene graduate from the University of Manitoba. She works in private practice, is a part time instructor and is the hygienist at BC Children’s Hospital. Through her studies in the field of Autism Intervention and behaviour modification Kayla has developed the Dental Intervention Program for children with Autism and related disorders at BC Children’s Hospital. She has been delivering workshops on how compliance for routine dental procedures can be achieved for this clientele. Last August she was the recipient of "The Dental Hygienist Makes a Difference" award from the British Columbia Dental Hygienists Association for her intervention program. Currently she is also consulting for the new dental clinic that will be opening in the Pacific Autism Family Centre in 2017.

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow the Autism Support Network!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc
and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

[Anonymous]

ASBC Burnaby Community Support Group:
Join us Friday, May 27th from 9:30AM-11:30AM!
Topic: Life After High School – Transitioning Workshop
Speaker: Malgosia Tomanik, M.Ed., Family Consultant with Parenting Paradigm & Monique Nelson, Director of Community Engagement with posAbilities
Please RSVP to burnaby@autismbc.ca ASAP!

[David Bridges]

Reminder:

Autism Society of British Columbia

The ASBC North Shore Parent Support Group proudly presents:

Sexual Health and Autism
by Nate Searle, M.Sc. BCBA, Behavior Analyst, ABLE Developmental Clinic

Date: Wed., May 18, 2016
Time: 7-9pm
Place: West Vancouver Public Library, Welsh Hall West,
1950 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7V 1J8
Coffee & refreshments will be provided.

Please RSVP to dbridges1@shaw.ca ASAP. Space is limited.

[Dione Costanzo]

Special Presentation May 11th

Burnaby Neighborhood Network Presents – Welcome to Autism
Date: Wednesday, May 11th
Time: 6:30PM
Location: Willingdon Community Centre, 1491 Carleton Avenue (Community Room), Burnaby

Louise Witt will co-present with BCBA interns Tracey Feenstra and Jennifer Vellenoweth to discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

Louise is a social worker and parent of a child who has autism. She is a member of the Pacific Autism Family Center steering committee and an advocate in the autism community in BC.

The focus of this presentation is on supporting parents to identify the components of an evidence based therapy program that will best suit their child, including evaluating and hiring service providers.

Have a new diagnosis? Not sure if the therapy program your child is currently in is the right fit? This presentation is for you.

Please RSVP HERE https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/welcome-to-autism-tickets-25216872344

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow us!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc
and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

[Anonymous]

ASBC's Behaviour Interventionist Basics Training Workshop – Penticton!

When: May 28th & 29th from 9:30AM-4:30PM

The course provides foundational training for individuals interested in working with a home-based Behaviour Intervention team under the supervision of an ABA Consultant and Lead Therapist, and/or parents and professionals looking to gain a better understanding of ABA Therapy.

This two-day training on the implementation of behaviour autism treatments is run by highly experienced behaviour consultants.

Day 1 introductory level covers the core elements of discrete trial teaching, functions of behaviour, reinforcement techniques, prompting techniques, ethics and data collection.

On Day 2, participants delve deeper into the mechanics and learn about antecedent and established operations, reinforcement assessment of preferences, token economies, prompting and fading techniques, and data analysis.

Register for the BI Basics Training Workshop – Penticton here!
https://autismbc.z2systems.com/np/clients/autismbc/eventRegistration.jsp?event=69

$80 for ASBC Members $100 for non-members
(Members please login to your ASBC membership account to receive your discount. Discount will be applied at the end of the registration process).

We offer discounts for ASBC members and 20% group discounts (If five or more people register at one time, with one payment, ASBC offers a 20% discount. This discount cannot be combined with the membership discount. To receive this discount please contact Ahla Pearse by phone at 1-888-437-0880.

[Stella Li]

Reminder:

Autism Society of British Columbia

The ASBC Burnaby Community Support Group proudly presents:

Sexual Health and Autism
by Nate Searle, M.Sc. BCBA, Behavior Analyst, ABLE Developmental Clinic

Date: Friday April 29, 2016
Time: 10 am to 12 noon
Place: Studio, #301 – 3701 East Hastings Street, Burnaby BC

Coffee/tea & refreshments will be provided.

Please RSVP to shui@autismbc.ca before April 26th. Space is limited.

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