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[Peter Wong]

Dear parents,

Considering getting an Ipad or Ipad mini?
Which one should I get?
Would you please share your experiences?

You can post it here (I am sure others will love to know as well), or email me at vancouver%p%e%t%er@gmail.com (remove the %).

Thanks a lot.

[Dione Costanzo]

Hi everyone! Just want to follow up on my post below and share the information I got.

Thanks to those that responded. Here is a summary of the comments:

• 3 parents responded that when they switched consultants the new consultant observed the current programming before making decisions about its’ effectiveness and then making changes as needed. 1 parent commented this observation was used as a baseline for the new consultant to work from.

• 2 parents responded that they kept all programming when they switched and agreed to keep it confidential (not share it with other families).

• 3 parents responded “it depends” on why you are switching consultants. If you are switching because behaviors are up and learning is down then it might be beneficial to start from scratch but a new consultant would still need to evaluate where your child is at.

• 2 parents responded that all your childs’ data belongs to you.

• My view is that you have paid to have the programming written and it is supposed to be tailored to your childs’ needs so a request to “give it back” or don't use it doesn’t seem reasonable. It does make sense that a new consultant would do some kind of observation and make changes and re-vamp things as they use various data collection and reporting methods.

A unanimous response was it is all about the QUALITY of your consultant!

[Dione Costanzo]

I am looking for feedback on the following question(s) and it would be interesting to have both parents and professionals post their responses to this:

When there is a transition to a new behavior consultant for a an existing home based ABA program what happens with all the current programs and materials? Is the family back to square 1 and has to have all the programs rewritten?

Does anyone know of any published guidelines concerning this?

Thank you!

If you would like to remain anonymous email me at dionec@shaw.ca.

[Dione Costanzo]

Upcoming ABA Support Network Meetings and Events:
We also have a full listing of events on our Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/abasupportnetwork
and on our online calendar on our website – http://abasupportnetwork.com/calendar.php
Our Neighborhood Network Meetings are groups of parents who hold monthly meetings to discuss setting up and running a home based intervention program as well as ongoing issues such as administration, funding, finding a consultant and BI's, school, etc… These groups are formed in different areas so that parents have local connections and support. If you cannot make it to your local meeting please contact any of our facilitators – parents from all areas are welcome at any meeting!
If you are a new parent who needs autism and ABA support and information PLEASE CONTACT any facilitator and they can connect you with a parent who can help.

Neighborhood Network Meeting – SURREY (Formerly East Surrey + Central/North Surrey)
Date: Wednesday, July 10
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Surrey Sport & Leisure Complex
Topic: Parents from Surrey and Cloverdale meet to discuss issues about school as well as issues around setting up and maintaining a home based intervention program. This group is an amalgamation of the Central/North Surrey and East Surrey groups.
RSVP to tamara.disilva@hotmail.com

**NEW** Neighborhood Network Meeting – Langley
Date: Please email lisa.hockley@gmail.com for the next meeting date and location
Location: Langley please RSVP for address
Topic: This is a new group of Langley parents who meet to discuss issues about school as well as issues around setting up and maintaining a home based intervention program. First on their agenda – ABA IN SCHOOLS! This group is preparing a letter about ABA in schools for the Langley School District (SD35) and welcome any parents who would like to advocate for these services as well.

Neighborhood Network Meeting – White Rock/South Surrey
Date: Thursday, July 18
Time: 7:30pm
Location: South Surrey Please RSVP for address
Topic: Parents from South Surrey/White Rock meet to discuss issues about school as well as issues around setting up and maintaining a home based intervention program.
RSVP to abarocks@gmail.com

Please note ALL meetings are open to parents from ALL areas!!

Please forward this information to anyone who might be interested! Thank you!

[Maggie Mohseni]

Behavioural Interventionist Wanted in Port Moody:

We are currently looking to hire 2 reliable, energetic, fun, patient, and motivated people to work as Behavioural Interventionist with our 3.5 year old son who has been diagnosed with autism in his Early Intensive Behavioural Intervention program. This position is part-time (6 to 10 hours per week).

You will be trained and supervised by Board Certified Behaviour Analysts. You will work 2-3 shifts per week consisting of 3 hours each. These shifts will occur from approximately 9am to 12pm and/or 1pm to 4pm. You will also attend 2- or 3-hour group supervision meetings every 2 to 3 weeks. You must be able to make a commitment of six months to one year.

This job is great experience for anyone wanting to work in the fields of psychology, applied behaviour analysis, education, etc., and students in these and similar fields of study are welcome to apply. All training is provided, so experience as a Behavioural Interventionist or working with children with autism is not required. However, experience with young children is an asset.

Requirements for this position are as follows:

-at least 19 years of age
-willing to commit to minimum 6 months to a year
-a team player
-strong play skills
-be proficient in English language
-recent criminal record check

Preference may be given to applicants who live in the Port Moody area and/or have access to a vehicle.

Please email maggiemohseni@gmail.com with your expected salary, availability for work (which days, hours) along with your resume.

Thank you!

[Dione Costanzo]

TONIGHT, June 25 at 7pm
at 550 Poirier Street in Coquitlam

Led by Jodie Wickens, the Tri-Cities chapter of the ABA Support Network has organized a delegation to present to the school board at this meeting a proposal that ABA trained aides are provided at school for children with autism whose parents are running a home based ABA program overseen by a qualified consultant.

This presentation will be brief, and we are asking AS MANY PEOPLE AS POSSIBLE TO ATTEND to show their support for Jodie. The more people that show up , the bigger an impact we will have.

Please pay it forward – your district could be next!

Sign the petition here – http://www.change.org/en-CA/petitions/sd-43-provide-aba-trained-at-least-1000-bcba-supervised-hours-sea-s-to-students-that-have-asd-and-are-already-participating-in-a-home-aba-program

and PLEASE come tonight tonight to show your support. Parents, professionals, friends, neighbors, family ALL WELCOME.

Thank you.

[Laurie Guerra]

As I sit here with tears rolling down my cheeks, I am trying to think of the words to say to thank Sabrina and Jean for everything they have done.

I remember driving my non-verbal, autistic little boy to his first day of kindergarten, 13 years ago and today he drove himself to school for the last day! That was emotional in itself.

I have just come from the high school awards ceremony where my now 18 year old has just received three academic achievement awards! He was the top student in Biology 12, Physics 12 and Calculus 12.

I had no idea this was even possible back when we first got diagnosed. Thank you so much for pushing me in the right direction. I am so glad I listened and did the work.

Thanks ladies a million times over.

For all those of you still "in the trenches", remember, with treatment there is hope.

What a great day!

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Movie Night

FREE MOVIE AND REFRESHMENTS
7:00pm, Tue June 18

So far, the most number of votes have gone to:
The Black Balloon (Sibling Issues)

Other titles:
Adam (Hoping for Romance)
Snow Cake (Adult Issues)
Bex X (Bullying)
Ocean Heaven (A Parents Love)

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

MOVIES:

Cast your vote when you RSVP:

Adam: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1185836/
The Black Balloon: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0865297/
Ben X: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0953318/
Ocean Heaven: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1498858/
Mary and Max: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0978762/

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

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 (but not required).

Please RSVP to <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

Carol, Dragos and Tina
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Super Dad]

North Shore ASBC Lecture Series

The North Shore ASBC Support Group proudly presents:

Movie Night
A Chance to Laugh or Cry with Other Parents

Possible Titles:
Adam (Hoping for Romance)
The Black Balloon (Sibling Issues)
Bex X (Bullying)
Ocean Heaven (A Parents Love)

in
Welsh Hall West
downstairs in the
West Vancouver Memorial Library

MOVIES:

Cast your vote when you RSVP:

Adam: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1185836/
The Black Balloon: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0865297/
Ben X: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0953318/
Ocean Heaven: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1498858/
Mary and Max: http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0978762/

DIRECTIONS:

The West Vancouver Memorial Library is at 1950 Marine Drive:
http://maps.google.ca/maps?q=1950+Marine+Dr,+West+Vancouver,+BC+V7V+1J8

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 (but not required).

Please RSVP to <asbcnorthshore@yahoo.ca>.

Carol, Dragos and Tina
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Dione Costanzo]

2 meetings tonight!

Neighborhood Network Meeting – SURREY (Formerly East Surrey + Central/North Surrey)
Date: Wednesday, June 12
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Cloverdale please RSVP for address
Topic: Parents from Surrey and Cloverdale meet to discuss issues about school as well as issues around setting up and maintaining a home based intervention program. This group is an amalgamation of the Central/North Surrey and East Surrey groups.
RSVP to holly@abasupportnetwork.com

**NEW** Neighborhood Network Meeting – Langley
Date: Wednesday, June 12
Time: 7:30pm
Location: Langley please RSVP for address
Topic: This is a new group of Langley parents who meet to discuss issues about school as well as issues around setting up and maintaining a home based intervention program. First on their agenda – ABA IN SCHOOLS! This group is preparing a letter about ABA in schools for the Langley School District (SD35) and welcome any parents who would like to advocate for these services as well.
RSVP to lisa.hockley@gmail.com

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