[FEAT BC Admin]

In this topic area, discussion is on all issues relating to setting up and running a home-based intervention program. Please feel free to bring up any problems or suggestions. Parents can help each other greatly by sharing information and giving suggestions.

In addition to parents helping parents, A.B.A. professionals on in the Discussion Group can also help provide insight and guidance.

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[Alexei Trebounskikh]

Hello,

I am seeking a new service provider for my 8-year old son, who is reasonably low on a spectrum. He has been in ABA (Lovaas) therapy for 6 years, verbal and attends school with an aide.

If anyone has suggestions for with a consultant, who works with lower-functioning children successfully addressing low motivation, task avoidance and self-stim behaviors, please let me know. Thanks for your help!

Alex

[Dione Costanzo]

Global TV reports on the Medicare for Autism Now! Rally yesterday in Surrey, BC:

http://canwest.a.mms.mavenapps.net/mms/rt/1/site/canwest-globalbc-pub01-live/current/launch.html?maven_playerId=globalbcallvideo&maven_referralPlaylistId=eb9546f3bbe128d5325e599a10a32816ec4f54ca&maven_referralObject=3132103

[Dione Costanzo]

Medicare for Autism Now!

WHAT: Rally – Come and find out how you can make your vote count!
WHEN: Saturday, October 4, 2008, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
WHERE: Eaglequest Golf Club, 7778-152nd St., Surrey, BC V3S 3M4

Parents, professionals and advocates will gather at the Eaglequest Golf Club in Surrey on October 4th in support of Medicare for Autism Now!

The “Medicare for Autism Now!” national campaign is focussed on creating policy change to make ABA/IBI treatment available for all Canadians diagnosed with autism, regardless of age or where they live.
During this election we will support candidates in specific constituencies across Canada, including BC, Ontario and the Maritimes, regardless of party affiliation, who will publicly commit to supporting legislation which will amend the Canada Health Act to include autism treatment under Medicare.
We need to let those who govern and those who wish to govern know that they are going to be held accountable at the ballot box in this federal election.
You can help end the discrimination against some of the most vulnerable Canadians!
FAMILY EVENT – bring the kids! There will be toys, crafts, games and face painting! Parent supervised – please bring a small snack for your child!
Featured speakers will include:
Dr Sabrina Freeman * Jean Lewis * Beverley Sharpe
Dr. Glen Davies * Louise Witt * Dr. Melvin deLevie
David Marley * Dave Chan * Dubravka Skrijelj * Dione Costanzo

** GIFT BASKET RAFFLE ** ** 50/50 DRAW **
** PLENTY OF FREE PARKING **
For more information or to find out how you can help, go to: http://www.medicareforautismnow.org/

[Super Dad]

** TONIGHT **

The North Shore Support Group Lecture Series is back for the 2008-2009 season at the West Vancouver Memorial Library.

Our first presentation will be: School is NOW in Session: A presentation on supporting our children in school.

We are very pleased to have the following guest speakers at our upcoming session:

Mike Hancock – 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 focuson education law. He will review our children's rights under the School Act.

Judy Anderson – Judy is a parent of a child with autism, and a Auton litigant. Judy will talk about finding a great school shadow and managing the school/parent relationship.

This is a great opportunity for anyone with a school-aged child, or with a child coming up to school age, to learn and ask questions about how to work at integrating your home-based ABA programme into the school system.

DATE: Tuesday, September 16, 2008
TIME: 7 – 9 pm
LOCATION: West Vancouver Memorial Library (Peters Room), 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 Carol at colemanmoser@hotmail.com

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Carol and Tony
(Co-facilitators for ASBC North Shore Group)

[Debra Antifaev]

It would be an understatement to say our “Medicare for Autism Now!” fundraiser at Capone’s last Saturday was a success. Not only did we exceed our monetary target for the evening, it would be safe to say that over half the attendees did not have a child with autism. Fair-minded Canadians are starting to see that autism affects us all and the treatment for children with autism should be as available as any other medical treatment. Let’s hope the Federal policy changers are starting to notice too!
We had such a hard working team and such a successful drive we did not have enough room to display all of our generously donated silent auction gifts, so we have decided to raffle the remainder off at our “Medicare for autism now!” rally on October 4th at Eaglequest Golf Club. This way the generous donations will still go to the intended cause.
The election is at hand and this may be the last time we have all the FEAT and ASBC volunteers working together to effect policy change in this manner. We have to make the politicians see that this is not a Provincial issue that they can ignore. It is a National election issue that could influence their ability to win or hold power. Please remember that prior to 1999 a select few, who were sworn to secrecy, did receive limited funding. It was snatched away. Unless Autism treatment funding is enshrined in the HealthCare Act you could lose the paltry amount of money you receive at any time.
It is incumbent on EVERY parent or relative of a child with autism, who is not receiving adequate funding, to ATTEND this rally. This is a minimum requirement. You will not be asked to volunteer. You will only be asked to give up two hours of your time to stand with your peers, listen to the speeches and support each other.
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Medicare for Autism NOW!” Rally!
Eaglequest Golf Club
7778 – 152nd Street, Surrey BC
Saturday October 4th, 2008

Do it for the kids!

[Heather Burke]

WANTED LEAD THERAPIST
NEW WESTMINSTER – QUEENS PARK

We are looking for an experienced lead therapist to join our energetic team and work with our son, William. He is a very funny and sociable little boy who is bright, verbal, and learns very fast. He is almost five years old and has high functioning autism (Aspergers). He is a very happy child who loves imaginative play.

Our consultant, Michele Shilvock, is local and been working with us since our son was diagnosed in August 2007. We have a strong therapy team and have seen tremendous gains! Michele and her intern, Gabrielle Stigant, will provide ongoing supervision and training, so this would be a great opportunity for applicants who welcome opportunities to further develop their skills. The program is in-home behavioral therapy and is based on the Lovaas method of positive reinforcement.

You must be dependable and willing to commit to one year at least and be able to attend Biweekly Team Meetings on Tuesdays 8:30 to 9:30 am and be available for overlaps with other staff.

Please send your resume and describe your responsibilities as a lead therapist including the duration of these responsibilities, the age of the child, and types of programs.

Wage will be based upon skill level and experience.

For more information, please Heather Burke at: hburke@telus.net

[Heather Burke]

WANTED BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTIONISTS
NEW WESTMINSTER – QUEENS PARK

We are looking for one or two therapists to join our energetic team and work with our son, William. He is a very funny and sociable little boy who is bright, verbal, and learns very fast. He is almost five years old and has high functioning autism (Aspergers). He is a very happy child who loves imaginative play.

Our consultant, Michele Shilvock, is local and been working with us since our son was diagnosed in August 2007. We have a strong therapy team and have seen tremendous gains! Michele and her intern, Gabrielle Stigant, will provide ongoing supervision and training, so this would be a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills. The program is in-home behavioral therapy and is based on the Lovaas method of positive reinforcement.

Applicants with early child education or ABA (Applied Behavioural Analysis) experience are preferred but we WILL also consider well motivated and inexperienced applicants as well. Experience in facilitated peer play (ABA) is a definite asset. Training is provided.

We are looking for applicants who are able to work 2-3 shifts per week. The shifts are about 3 hours long.

Also, you must be dependable and willing to commit to one year at least and be able to attend Biweekly Team Meetings on Tuesdays 8:30 to 9:30 am.

Wage will be based upon skill level and experience.

If you are responsible, energetic, creative, and motivated, we would like to hear from you.

For more information, please call: (604) 527-8105 or e-mail Heather Burke at: hburke@telus.net

[Mike & Jean]

This was a great event last year! Circle your calendars – don't be disappointed.

Have a good summer! I look forward to hearing from you.

Jean

Capone’s Restaurant & Live Jazz Club

…and…

The Autism Society of B.C.

…and…

FEAT of BC (Families for Early Autism Treatment of BC)

Invite you to the 2nd annual

"Medicare for Autism Now!" Fundraiser and Silent Auction

on

Saturday, September 6, 2008

6:00 – 11:00 p.m.

Enjoy BC wines, Capone’s famous martinis, tapas and cool jazz entertainment provided by Canada’s own Murray Porter at:

Capone’s Restaurant & Live Jazz Club

1141 Hamilton St. Vancouver

(between Davie & Helmken)

$89.00 per person – (includes valet parking, tapas, 5 drink tickets and opportunity to bid on and purchase from a fabulous collection of silent auction items)

All proceeds will be used to support the "Medicare for Autism Now!" campaign to make medically necessary treatment available for every Canadian with autism.

Due to limited space and the overwhelming success of last year’s event, please RSVP •••.a.p. to Jean Lewis at jean.lewis@telus.net or call 604-290-5737

Come out to raise a glass and raise some funds!

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[Nancy Walton]

Excellent Article in the Peace Arch News in White Rock!!!! Well done Karla Fry.

http://www.bclocalnews.com/surrey_area/peacearchnews/lifestyles/24073854.html

Karla is holding a massive garage sale to raise money for her son's ABA treatment. Head on down to South Surrey if you want to support her.

[Louise Taylor]

LOOKING FOR ADVICE ON TOILETING – BOWEL MOVEMENTS!

Help. My 4 1/2 year old is really struggling with this one. He is OK with pee but not with BMs. Has anyone tried using an alarm system (similar to what is used for typical kids when training for urine) for bowels? Does anyone have a system availabe for sale or know where I can purchase one?

Also, I'd be interested in any advice that parents etc. could share with me on using this system. Please email me at:

abarocks@gmail.com

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