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[Peter Wong]

Dear all,

In my journey of being a parent of an autistic kid, I met and learned from many amazing parents over the years.

Many of them did so much for their kid(s)
* gave up many things (such as career, vacation, car, house, etc)
* took on multiple jobs
* faced family crisis
* learned to be a consultant/BI/EA for their own kid(s)
* worked with the various teams (home, school and community)

Some of them move into this field (as BI, EA, SEA, consultant, OT, SLP, etc) and become the blessings of other families.

And here are some parents who work so hard not necessary for their own kid(s), but all the kids on the spectrum. They have done so much without asking return, because it is just the “right” thing to do.

Please come to the meeting to learn and show your supports.

Cheers.

Peter

Posted for Richmond Parents Group

Richmond ASBC Parents Group Meeting

Medicare’s Orphans – film (42 mins) followed by discussion and Q&A

Topic:

Medicare’s Orphans

We have a Medicare system in our country that purports to be universal, yet it excludes from coverage the only effective science-based treatment: ABA IBI from children with autism.

The minimal funding which exists today in BC ($22,000 under 6 and $6,000 from 6 to 18) provided through the Ministry of Children and Families is completely discretionary, not secure or protected by legislation and could end tomorrow. This is simply wrong.

Take this great opportunity to join Jean Lewis and David Marley, long-time treatment advocates, film producers and co-founders of Medicare for Autism Now! discuss:
* Why they made this film…
* Why did they make it now… and most importantly –
* How can you secure and protect your child’s treatment funding now and in the future?

For information about Medicare for Autism Now! http://www.medicareforautismnow.org

Date: Monday, January 30, 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]

For those of you who want to learn more about autism and its treatment, it's a good idea to sign up for Science in Autism Treatment. This is a FREE quarterly newsletter published by the Association for Science in Autism Treatment (ASAT). It comes out every two months I believe.

In the Winter 2012 issue you'll find the debut of Focus on Science, an interview of board member Dr. Dan Mruzek with many wonderful suggestions for young professionals, a review of Elizabeth Neumann's booklet about autism for public school administrators, an answer to a high school special ed teacher’s question about safety skills, three research synopses and all kinds of practical information for your programs. It's quite easy to subscribe: http://www.asatonline.org/signup

I am a member of this board because I think that the work they do is important for our children (irrespective of age).

Cheers!

Sabrina

[Sabrina Freeman]

Oxytocin and Autism: add another theory with no data to the talley http://www.autismpundit.com

[Dione Costanzo]

Tax time is coming!

The ABA Support Network
Presents

“Autism and Taxes”
With special Guest – Dave Taylor, Parent

7-9pm, Tuesday January 31, 2012

Dave Taylor is the parent of a child with autism and has been administering a home based ABA program for 7 years. Dave has done extensive research into the financial side of managing an ABA team and has gathered information on all kinds of issues from his own experiences and from feedback from other parents.

Some of the topics that Dave will cover during this meeting are:

• Disability Tax Credit
• Medical Expenses
• Federal tax credits and tips for tax time

We would also like to encourage parents to bring their own experiences and questions to share.

Meeting information:

Date: Tuesday January 31, 2012
Time: 7-9pm
Location: Carlton Court Amenities Room
1630-154 Street, Surrey (White Rock)
RSVP: dione@abasupportnetwork.com *note* space is limited

[Sabrina Freeman]

How music can help the non-verbal child with autism: we may be on the verge of something exciting!
Finally, someone is applying science to nonverbal children. Although this is the very beginning of the research, it looks interesting!
http://www.autismpundit.com

[Sabrina Freeman]

Intensive Behavioral Intervention for Autism: The Fight for Coverage
http://www.autismpundit.com It's amazing the progress that is being made in the U.S. This may be worthwhile showing to MPs and MLAs…

[Peter Wong]

Posted for Richmond Parents Group

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Richmond ASBC Parents Group Meeting

Medicare’s Orphans – film (42 mins) followed by discussion and Q&A

Topic:

Medicare’s Orphans

We have a Medicare system in our country that purports to be universal, yet it excludes from coverage the only effective science-based treatment: ABA IBI from children with autism.

The minimal funding which exists today in BC ($22,000 under 6 and $6,000 from 6 to 18) provided through the Ministry of Children and Families is completely discretionary, not secure or protected by legislation and could end tomorrow. This is simply wrong.

Take this great opportunity to join Jean Lewis and David Marley, long-time treatment advocates, film producers and co-founders of Medicare for Autism Now! discuss:
* Why they made this film…
* Why did they make it now… and most importantly –
* How can you secure and protect your child’s treatment funding now and in the future?

For information about Medicare for Autism Now! http://www.medicareforautismnow.org

Date: Monday, January 30, 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)

[Stella Li]

The Burnaby ASBC parent group presents the recently released documentary…

Medicare’s Orphans

We have a Medicare system in our country that purports to be universal, yet it excludes from coverage the only effective science-based treatment: ABA IBI from children with autism.

The minimal funding which exists today in BC ($22,000 under 6 and $6,000 from 6 to 18) provided through the Ministry of Children and Families is completely discretionary, not secure or protected by legislation and could end tomorrow. This is simply wrong.

Take this great opportunity to join Jean Lewis and David Marley, long-time treatment advocates, film producers and co-founders of Medicare for Autism Now! discuss:

· Why they made this film…

· Why did they make it now… and most importantly –

· How can you secure and protect your child’s treatment funding now and in the future?

Date: Friday, January 27, 2012

Time: 10am to 12noon

Venue: Autism Society of BC, #303-3701 East Hastings, Burnaby

RSVP to Stella at shui@autismbc.ca before Jan 23rd.

For information about Medicare for Autism Now! http://www.medicareforautismnow.org

Within the political spectrum of this province and country, there is no natural band containing children. They can only get onto the political agenda by exception, and only through sustained action by parents who have the energy and skill to keep attention focused on children with special needs.

Joe Greene, Former Deputy Minister of Social Services, PEI

[Carina Lee]

Hi everyone,

Does anyone have experience in claiming the Behaviour Consultant expenses from Extended Health Care, Pacific Blue Cross and Sunlife Financial in particular? I am thinking about trying that and would appreciate any advice that you have.

Please email me at carinakwlee@gmail.com

[Sabrina Freeman]

I sure hope autism centers aren't stealth segregation

http://www.autismpundit.com

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