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[David Chan]

Hi All,

Just got word that Jean Lewis and David Marley will be on Bill Good Program tomorrow, May 16th at 11:00 a.m. to discuss the FEAT BC GOES COSTAL tour. The tour will start in Halifax continue by way of Ottawa and Toronto. So tune in tomorrow at 11:00 am on the Bill Good program on CKNW 980.

Tune in, Call in and show your support.

Mr. P's Dad

[Diane T]

Just a reminder:

Mid-Island ASBC Parent Support Group Meeting
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
7-9 p.m.
SOS Building, 245 W. Hirst Avenue, Parksville

Topic: Social Skills / Bullying

In January, Michelle Shilvock, an ABA Consultant local to the Lower Mainland, gave a presentation to the North Shore ASBC Parent Support Group on Social Skills groups for both preschool and elementary school aged children. Michelle graciously allowed the presentation to be recorded, and this month, we will watch it. The topics included how to facilitate peer interactions, strategies for providing opportunities during the school day, and other tips on successful peer plays. There was also discussion of bullying – how to avoid it and what to do if it happens.

This meeting is open to parents, school aides, teachers and others with an interest in social skill groups.

Please email diane_t @ shaw.ca (without the spaces) if you plan to attend so that we may arrange for seating and refreshments.

Hope to see you there.

Diane

[David Chan]

Hi All,

Just got word that Jean Lewis and David Marley will be on Bill Good Program tomorrow, May 16th at 11:00 a.m. to discuss the FEAT BC GOES COSTAL tour. The tour will start in Halifax continue by way of Ottawa and Toronto. So tune in tomorrow at 11:00 am on the Bill Good program on CKNW 980.

Tune in, Call in and show your support.

Mr. P's Dad

[Janet Lirenman]

Next in The Autism Society North Shore Chapter Support Group Series:

Sports, Fine Arts, and Summer Camp

We welcome everyone to a sharing session about our children participating in sporting activities, fine arts, and summer camps. Where have people had great success and where have people located funding for summer programs? We'll share what we know! Kelley Lloyd-Jones, a North Shore Lead Therapist, will be on hand to discuss things that have worked for her and different ways she has supported children in these activities.

What has worked for you? Bring your stories, and/or your questions.

Date: Tuesday, May 22

Time: 7 -9 p.m.

Location: Peters Room in the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Drive in West Van. (between 19th and 20th Streets). The library is easily accessible via Highway #1 Upper Levels), taking either the 15th Street or 20th St. exits.

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

Please RSVP to Andrea at andreafinch@shaw.ca or to Eva at 604-218-3298.
Looking forward to seeing you there.

Cheers,

Eva, Andrea, and Janet
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Deleted User]

well thanks to the admin fo putting an end to this and I was going to do so with my next post. I also think that this publice speaking spot should be used to inform parents and other on facts and other ideas, but surely not personal thoughts or judgement

[FEAT BC Admin]

Hello Everyone,

This is a quick reminder for the group, in view of the recent exchange in the Government Topics room.

Although a spirited debate of ideas related to medically necessary autism treatment is always welcome in this space, personal attacks are not; it is imperative that members of the group respect the rule that personal attacks against other members of the discussion forum are impermissible.

I would encourage everyone to carefully review their prospective posts in the preview window (i.e., please take a breath, have a thoughtful second look) prior to hitting the submit button. Make sure the message is about issues, and not a post that may be interpreted as a personal rant/vent against any member of the group.

Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining the quality of the FEAT-BC discussion forum.

Board Admin.

[Cathy Fitzhugh]

Hi Kind FEAT Peoples,

Last month I posted that I needed a dollhouse for my daughter's therapy and I just wanted to thank you for all the offers that poured in. I again, in yet another way, felt so supported and nurtured by you all. Stay kind…

{Cathy}

P.S. Now if any of you have a Smurf collection
you're not using…we'd happily adopt that too.

[Diane T]

Mid-Island ASBC Parent Support Group Meeting
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
7-9 p.m.
SOS Building, 245 W. Hirst Avenue, Parksville

Topic: Social Skills / Bullying

In January, Michelle Shilvock, an ABA Consultant local to the Lower Mainland, gave a presentation to the North Shore ASBC Parent Support Group on Social Skills groups for both preschool and elementary school aged children. Michelle graciously allowed the presentation to be recorded, and this month, we will watch it. The topics included how to facilitate peer interactions, strategies for providing opportunities during the school day, and other tips on successful peer plays. There was also discussion of bullying – how to avoid it and what to do if it happens.

This meeting is open to parents, school aides, teachers and others with an interest in social skill groups.

Please email diane_t @ shaw.ca (without the spaces) if you plan to attend so that we may arrange for seating and refreshments.

Hope to see you there.

Diane

[Adrienne Muller]

Hello all. I have found this board so informative and supportive, that I thought I would try you on some more questions I am having.

My son's diagnosis will come through this week,so I am now looking into applying for funding. I am wondering about the funding options given by the government:
1) is the invoice or direct funding option the best way to go?
2) if you start receiving funds part way through the year, can you still get the full $20,000?? Do they deem the year to start Jan or on your child's birthday.

Thanks again featers!
Adrienne
jamuller@telus.net

[Dione Costanzo]

**FEAT RADIO INTERVIEW TODAY**

Jean Lewis will be speaking on the Charles Adler show today at 1pm on CKNW 980 AM. She will be joined by a Toronto parent, Brenda Deskin.

Discussion will center around FEAT's coast to coast political initiative.

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