[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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[Anonymous]

LAST CHANCE TO SAVE!!! 
Workshop price will increase on November 1st, 2016.

* This workshop is eligible for autism funding. 

* Members please >&<<secureId>>&linkId=1079&targetUrl=http://autismbc.z2systems.com/np/clients/autismbc/login.jsp”>login to register.  Your discount will be applied at the end of the registration process.

[Dione Costanzo]

“Welcome to Autism” – A Special Presentation and Meeting for Parents

THIS WEDNESDAY OCT 5th 26th, 7pm

1551 Salisbury Ave, Port Coquitlam – Special Thanks to the Simon Fraser Society for Community Living for providing the venue and refreshments for this event.

Louise Witt will co-present with Junior Behaviour Consultants Tracey Feenstra and Jennifer Vellenoweth from Semiahmoo Behaviour Analyst Inc. to discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

Louise is a social worker and parent of a child who has autism. She is a member of the Pacific Autism Family Center steering committee and an advocate in the autism community in BC.

Tracey has been working in the field of ABA for seven years. She has worked as an ABA Support Worker for School District 36 (Surrey) and has been working as a Junior Behaviour Consultant for Semiahmoo Behaviour Analyst Inc. since 2013.

For a complete bio and credentials please see,

Tracey Feenstra

Jennifer has been delivering BI services since 2000 in home, school, and community settings and currently works as an intern on home programs. Jennifer was team leader for an ABA Teaching Home for three years before joining SBAI.

For a complete bio and credentials please see,

Jennifer Vellenoweth

The focus of this presentation is on supporting parents to identify the components of an evidence based therapy program that will best suit their child, including evaluating and hiring service providers.

Have a new diagnosis? Not sure if the therapy program your child is currently in is the right fit? This presentation is for you.

This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/welcome-to-autism-tickets-28072939919

 

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow the Autism Support Network!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc

and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

[Dione Costanzo]

A special presentation for parents:

ASD Evidence Based Practice – Finding Quality Resources Online

Wednesday Sept 28th, 7pm
Creekside Community Centre, 1 Athlete’s Way, Vancouver

Bethany Schilling is a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCABA) who has been working in the field of autism treatment since 2011, primarily providing early intervention services to children with ASD in home and early education settings. Bethany has an undergraduate degree from Capilano University in Applied Behaviour Analysis and recently completed the Masters of Education (MEd) in Special Education at the University of British Columbia with a focus on autism and developmental disabilities.

Please join us for this informative presentation.

Topics will include:

– Understanding evidence based practice

– Evidence based practice in the treatment of autism spectrum disorder

– Tools to access and evaluate autism research and high quality evidence based resources online

– Advocating for ethical autism treatment; utilizing social networks

Please RSVP HERE!

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow the Autism Support Network!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc
and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

[Dione Costanzo]

Welcome to Autism – A Special Presentation and Meeting for Parents

Tuesday July 26th, 7pm
1551 Salisbury Ave, Port Coquitlam

Louise Witt will co-present with Junior Behaviour Consultants Tracey Feenstra and Jennifer Vellenoweth from Semiahmoo Behaviour Analyst Inc. to discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

Louise is a social worker and parent of a child who has autism. She is a member of the Pacific Autism Family Center steering committee and an advocate in the autism community in BC.

Tracey has been working in the field of ABA for seven years. She has worked as an ABA Support Worker for School District 36 (Surrey) and has been working as a Junior Behaviour Consultant for Semiahmoo Behaviour Analyst Inc. since 2013.

For a complete bio and credentials please see,
http://semiahmoobehaviouranalysts.ca/dt_team/tracey-feenstra/

Jennifer has been delivering BI services since 2000 in home, school, and community settings and currently works as an intern on home programs. Jennifer was team leader for an ABA Teaching Home for three years before joining SBAI.

For a complete bio and credentials please see,
http://semiahmoobehaviouranalysts.ca/dt_team/jennifer-vellenoweth/

The focus of this presentation is on supporting parents to identify the components of an evidence based therapy program that will best suit their child, including evaluating and hiring service providers.

Have a new diagnosis? Not sure if the therapy program your child is currently in is the right fit? This presentation is for you.

This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/welcome-to-autism-tickets-26185187601

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow the Autism Support Network!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc
and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

[Dione Costanzo]

Understanding Your Child's ABA Team : Members, Training Requirements, and Responsibilities

Wednesday, June 22nd 7-10pm
Creekside Community Centre, 1 Athlete's Way, Vancouver (Olympic Village)

The Autism Support Network will be hosting a great presentation by Angie Ho, M.Ed, Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) with SBAI.

SBAI is an associate group created to provide supervision to behaviour analysts and behaviour analysts in training from Semiahmoo Behaviour Analysts Inc. (SBAI).

Angie primarily works as a behaviour consultant with children with ASD and their families in home and school settings. Her interests include providing support and training to parents, behaviour interventionists, and school support workers.

This presentation will include information and discussion around team members, training requirements and responsibilities. Whether you are starting a new team or have years of experience with an established team this presentation is for you!

Key topics include;

Structure of a typical ABA home team
Who’s an “intern”?
BCBA Certification process
Good vs poor supervision models compared
Benefits of the intern model
Should you have an intern?
Increasing capacity in the province

Please RSVP!! Meeting in MP Room 1.
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/understanding-your-childs-aba-team-members-training-requirements-and-responsibilities-tickets-22229719690

[David Bridges]

A friendly reminder from the Autism Society's North Shore Community Support Group:

Just in time for those summer BBQs, picnics, summer camps and parties,a topic most of you will be familiar with and interested in. On Thursday June 23rd, from 7:00pm-9:00pm, Amy Tanner, M.Sc., BCBA, will be speaking on the topic: "Picky Eaters & Problem Feeders". The group meets at the West Vancouver Memorial Library, 1950 Marine Drive (Welsh Hall West – downstairs).

For more information or to RSVP, contact Dave Bridges at northshore@autismbc.ca

FYI: This is the last North Shore Community Support Group meeting before the summer break. Sessions resume in September.

[Dione Costanzo]

Success at the Dentist!!
Wednesday June 15, 7-10pm
Pinetree Community Centre, 1260 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam

Special Presentation with a very special guest speaker Kayla Ragosin-Miller , who has developed the Dental Intervention Program for children with Autism and related disorders at BC Children’s Hospital

This presentation has been created by Louise Witt (Parent and Director of the ASN) in collaboration with Kayla Ragosin-Miller (Dental Hygienist at BC Children's Hospital). Kayla started the Dental Desensitization program at Children's and Louise's son Jack has participated in the program alongside his home ABA program.

This presentation will outline some steps that allow children with ASD to be successful not only going to the dentist but a variety of activities like going for a haircut, to a restaurant etc.

Children with ASD deserve access to great oral care and it can be done!

Please RSVP here – https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/success-at-the-dentist-tickets-25763044961

About Kayla Ragosin-Miller:
Kayla Ragosin-Miller is a dental hygiene graduate from the University of Manitoba. She works in private practice, is a part time instructor and is the hygienist at BC Children’s Hospital. Through her studies in the field of Autism Intervention and behaviour modification Kayla has developed the Dental Intervention Program for children with Autism and related disorders at BC Children’s Hospital. She has been delivering workshops on how compliance for routine dental procedures can be achieved for this clientele. Last August she was the recipient of "The Dental Hygienist Makes a Difference" award from the British Columbia Dental Hygienists Association for her intervention program. Currently she is also consulting for the new dental clinic that will be opening in the Pacific Autism Family Centre in 2017.

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow the Autism Support Network!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc
and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

[Bev Sharpe]

Hi everyone, the latest edition of the Association for Science in Autism Treatment publication is here!

This free publication is a must-read for parents, friends and family of all who are navigating treatment options for a child.

When it comes to selecting ASD treatments for your family member, knowledge is power.

This publication will give you information about the research behind many of the common treatments for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Some treatments are backed by strong scientific evidence, but others have little or no research support. ASAT's goal is to provide you with a resource to assist you when making treatment decisions or when confronted with new treatment options.

This publication is free and available on line at: http://www.asatonline.org/siat-spring-2016-issue/

[David Bridges]

Reminder:

The ASBC North Shore Parent Support Group proudly presents:

Sexual Health and Autism
by Nate Searle, M.Sc. BCBA, Behavior Analyst, ABLE Developmental Clinic

Date: Wed., May 18, 2016
Time: 7-9pm
Place: 1950 Marine Dr, West Vancouver, BC V7V 1J8
Coffee & refreshments will be provided.

Please RSVP to dbridges1@shaw.ca ASAP. Space is limited.

[Dione Costanzo]

Special Presentation May 11th

Burnaby Neighborhood Network Presents – Welcome to Autism
Date: Wednesday, May 11th
Time: 6:30PM
Location: Willingdon Community Centre, 1491 Carleton Avenue (Community Room), Burnaby

Louise Witt will co-present with BCBA interns Tracey Feenstra and Jennifer Vellenoweth to discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

Louise is a social worker and parent of a child who has autism. She is a member of the Pacific Autism Family Center steering committee and an advocate in the autism community in BC.

The focus of this presentation is on supporting parents to identify the components of an evidence based therapy program that will best suit their child, including evaluating and hiring service providers.

Have a new diagnosis? Not sure if the therapy program your child is currently in is the right fit? This presentation is for you.

Please RSVP HERE https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/welcome-to-autism-tickets-25216872344

Are you looking for support, information or want to connect with other parents? Follow us!

https://www.facebook.com/austismsupportbc and Twitter @autismsupportbc
and on our online calendar on our website – http://autismsupportbc.ca

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