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[Sabrina Freeman]

Hi everyone,

Over the years, many parents/professionals/paraprofessionals have requested a place on the web where they could share information about the book, Teach Me Language. Finally, I've set up a public forum where people who use the book can exchange ideas. For those of you new to the world of autism treatment, this is not the first book you use; rather it is great after your child has been in a treatment program and has progressed from beginning programs.

Here's the forum:

http://www.facebook.com/TeachMeLanguagePublicForum

If you use the book, and you find the forum useful, please let your social network know about it.

Enjoy!

Sabrina

[T. Chiao]

Dear Laurie: Thanks for your post. It arrived in my Inbox at the perfect time. Our son is almost 4 yrs old and we're going through all the challenges you mentioned. We have many bright days, but we are almost always in panic mode about our financial situation. I appreciate you taking the time to encourage all of us to 'keep on trekking'.
A BIG congratulations to your whole family for achieving an "N"!
Tina

[Laurie Guerra]

It's days like these when I sit back and reflect upon the past. Not to bring up bad memories, but to look and see just how far we've come. Today, my son, diagnosed with autism at 5 years old, got his "N" drivers license.

For those of you who are having a hard time with toilet training, issues around sleeping, eating, screaming, tantruming, and the countless other things autism brings, rest assured that with proper treatment your child will reach their potential. They might not drive a car; they might; but they'll get as far as they can.

The day we were diagnosed (and I say we because it affects everyone in the family)all I could think about was how big of a trust fund we were going to need. Now, things are very different.

So many people still don't know that autism is treatable. LET EVERYONE KNOW!!!!!! It is truly the only chance our children have.

Thanks Sabrina and Jean!!

Wes's mom

[Sabrina Freeman]

Autism Conferences: Proceed with Caution
http://www.autismpundit.com
If it helps folks in your social network, please share.

[Cathy Fitzhugh]

Hi FEATers!

We need advice on how to get our daughter to take medicine.

So, we decided to put our high-functioning daughter on meds, and we've been prescribed liquid Fluoxetine. The problem is, she can taste it.

It's minty, but also medicine-y. I thought that chocolate chip ice cream would mask the taste, but she won't take it. We went with liquid because she has a lot of oral challenges and sensitivities, but now I'm wondering if a crushed pill might be better. Has anyone actually taught their child to swallow a pill? I know there are cups that facilitate this, but I haven't ever tried them.

Any and all comments are welcome at:
cathy.fitzhugh@gmail.com

Thanks,
{Cathy}

Note: It's been a long time since I've posted but I still read FEAT every day and am still inspired by us all…

[Sabrina Freeman]

When play is no fun: The junk science of play therapy for kids with autism.

http://www.autismpundit.com

If this helps any parents you know who are still doing play therapy, please share with your social network!

Sabrina

[Sabrina Freeman]

Don't bet the farm on this new "therapy"
http://www.autismpundit.com If it helps, please share!

[Peter Wong]

Posted for Richmond Parents Group

Hi all,

It is almost the end of current school year, and it is time to prepare for the next school year.
Please join us and learn more about the "Your Child’s Legal Rights in BC School System."

BOUNS:
Steveston Community Center Gym (next to our meeting room) usually have Playtime – Parent & Tot on Mondays from 6:00-9:30pm.
It's $1.20/child and a parent must supervise.
Welcome to use the gym and meet with other parents.

Richmond ASBC Parents Group proudly presents:

Your Child’s Legal Rights in the BC School System

The School Act and the Hewko Decision

by Mike Hancock, parent and lawyer
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Guest speaker:
Mike is a parent of a child with autism, and a former in-house counsel for the Vancouver School Board. He has also previously worked in private practice with a focus on education law. He will review our children's right under the School Act.

Date: Monday, May 28, 2012
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Tyee room at Steveston Community Centre – 4111 Moncton Street, Richmond

Please RSVP to Paul (richmond.asbc@gmail.com), so we can prepare for snacks and handouts.

Paul & Camelia
(co-facilitators for ASBC Richmond Group)

[Sabrina Freeman]

George Will hits one out of the ballpark http://www.autismpundit.com If you found this meaningful, please share!

[Sabrina Freeman]

Successful Autism Integration: How it makes ALL kids better human beings
http://www.autismpundit.com

This might help if you are trying to convince parents of typically developing kids to be for integration.

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