[Peggy Boon]

Hi Everyone: I'm really disappointed at having to be 'consultant' searching after 2 1/2 yrs, but here we go again. As many of you know the Center for Early Education will be no more very very soon. Hence my post. Anybody with any info on WEAP or Dawn Holman from Autism Spectrum? Feel free to e-mail me directly: ourhouse@direct.ca

Thanks. Happy New Year!

[Peggy Boon]

Hi again: guess you need my email address: ourhouse@direct.ca

Thanks again.

[Peggy Boon]

Hi everyone: I'm looking for "100 ways to say good job". If anyone has it and can e-mail it to me, I'd appreciate that. If not, please fax it to me at 940-1129. Thanks

[Peggy Boon]

I'm looking for a book that would help us to teach Dalton simple drawings. I have heard about 'Draw Write Now' but I think that company is from the US and wondering if there is anywhere locally to purchase a quality book that has simple drawings. Thanks.

[Peggy Boon]

Avery,

Thanks for your response – my preference would be to think of this as a 'discussion'. We have both shared our choices and the reasons for them, and the obvious conclusion we can both make is that we agree to disagree. I don't believe my post was intended to offend or about being on or off topic – merely informing large groups of people about something in the most timely and efficient methods available to me.

Some choose not to support this, and again that's their choice and I respect that. However, some FEAT families have chosen to support this initiative through signing the petition, yet another has volunteered to become a canvasser…go figure.

I am abundantly clear what 'OUR' fight is about, however thanks for your reiteration.

In your last paragraph, you mention devoting your energy and resources, and about what your big picture is and that's great…again our pictures look different…no big deal…certainly nothing to apologize for.

Perhaps at some time during my work on this initiative I will meet some families who have not yet heard about Lovaas and FEAT of BC and I will take the opportunity to inform their wisdom…I will help them to find a voice and a group that already exists.

[Peggy Boon]

Barbara:

First of all, I would like to thank you for your post…I was actually wondering how long it would be before someone responded to my posts regarding the Child Services Equality Act/Waitlist Initiative…I applaud you for your honesty and I respect the choice you have made. Furthermore, I honor where you've been in terms of your 'fight' and where you want to be not only for yourself but for all families in BC who choose Lovaas style ABA as the treatment of choice for their children who have autism…I too have done and continue to do the 'fight' and am frustrated by our government's ignorance and inability to acknowledge the scientifically proven methods and successes of Lovaas Style ABA as I struggle to provide my son with this type of treatment. With all due respect, tho, I do feel that I need to respond and provide some insight to all who read and participate.

The premise….there is no right or wrong in what families choose(for all – those who have a child who lives with ANY disability-not just Autism)…choices are just different…and I strive to respect other's choices irrespective if they're different…bottom line is I see ALL children as valuable and believe they all deserve a chance to fulfill their potential.

In terms of what this initiative might do for children with autism whose families choose Lovaas style ABA programs – very little, if anything, probably nothing whatsoever…In terms of what this initiative might do for children who live with needs such as those that may derive a great deal of benefit from SLP, OT, PT, wheelchairs, CDC's,care aides, adequate nutrition/housing, and maybe even theraplay…those who live with challenges presented by CP, Down's Syndrome, epilepsy, brain injuries, deafness, blindness, birth defects,ADHD, multiple diagnoses, etc….now there's some real possibilities….In terms of what FEAT of BC has done for the movement for autism and the Lovaas Style ABA treatment approach….significant, colossal…I thank all FEAT of BC families who have worked tirelessly to keep our collective voice strong and I eagerly read the paper every morning hoping to hear of the judge's decision…In terms of what the future may hold if this Initiative is not successful…increasing waitlists, children going without in their infant years, children going without in their preschool years, children going without in their school years, more children going into care…potentially adults who are flooding into the criminal justice system and institutions and increased dependence on the 'system'…

To me, this initiative is about the big picture. It's about all children on waiting lists all across this province…it's about reaching out to all families who live with the challenges presented to them by their child(ren) with special needs and uniting with them to become a collective voice….If I expect my community to value, embrace and accept my son and family then I need to walk the talk…again this is my choice.

As a wise woman once said, 'it is my hope that by sharing strategies, ideas, and collective wisdom we will be better able to fight for our children's rights (individually and collectively).' …I've chosen collectively.

[Peggy Boon]

Dear FEAT families:

Please mark your calendars for this Friday June 9th at 11:00 a.m. as there will be an information meeting about the Child Services equality Act (waitlist initiative). Jim and Penny will be on hand to provide insight about the initiative and how things are going thus far.

The meeting will be held at Oakridge-Marpole Community Center (upstairs board room) at 990 West 59th Ave (at Oak St) in Vanc. at 11:00 a.m.

Bottom line, we need to get more canvassers on board who can collect signatures in support and we need to fill some of the gaps around the province. At this meeting, there will be petition forms for all the electoral districts, canvasser packages and details of the areas that desperately need canvassers. There will also be a calendar of upcoming Children's Events that can hopefully be targetted. If you cannot attend the meeting but would like more information, or would like to sign up to become a canvasser, please visit the website at: http://www.waitlist.bc.ca

Thanks.

[Peggy Boon]

I would like to ask your help in getting the word out about this weekend's rally in support of the CHILD SERVICES EQUALITY ACT which calls for the end of waitlists for the health and social programs and services that so many BC children desperately need.

THE RALLY IS THIS COMING SATURDAY (27th)AT THE ART GALLERY AT THE CORNER OF HORNBY AT GEORGIA AT 2 PM

Wear red shirts/clothing to show your support and come along. Families, friends, and professionals are all welcome.

For further information or if you would like to become involved and download a petition to circulate, visit the website at:

http://www.waitlist.bc.ca

Hope to see lots of FEAT families there.

[Peggy Boon]

Thanks for the income tax information Isaac. It was very interesting. I'm wondering if anyone can comment on the implications of claiming deductions to the income tax form as described by Price Waterhouse versus purchasing a private health care plan where the expenses are deducted directly from pre tax income. ie. which is the best savings overall, and at what income level would it be most beneficial.

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