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  • in reply to: Room Four: School Related Topics #3592
    Dione Costanzo
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    Vancouver Neighborhood Network Meeting – Parent Advocacy and Transition to School

    Date: Thursday, March 10th
    Time: 7PM
    Location: Creekside Community Centre, 1 Athlete's Way, Vancouver

    Sherri Brown is a Parent of a young child with autism. She is through doctoral training and professional experience, a health policy and politics researcher, lecturer, and consultant. She is an academic-turned-advocate mom who has a wealth of knowledge to share regarding advocacy issues. Please join us for this informative presentation.

    Sherri will focus her presentation on knowing your rights in the public education system and in particular issues around transitioning into Kindergarten.

    Please RSVP https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/a-parents-guide-to-effective-advocacy-for-home-to-school-transitions-tickets-21785021586

    THANK YOU

    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

    in reply to: Room Two: Behavioural Treatment Topics #577
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    This Thursday in South Surrey:

    Dave Taylor's Tax Talk

    Location : Sources Community Resource Centres, 882 Maple Street, White Rock

    Time: 6:30pm

    RSVP via Eventbrite:
    http://www.eventbrite.com/e/dave-taylors-tax-talk-tickets-20866698858?aff=efbevent

    Dave Taylor is the parent of a child with autism and has been running a home based ABA program for 10 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:
    • The *new* Family Care Giver Amount tax credit
    • Disability Tax Credit
    • Medical Expenses
    • Federal tax credits and tips for tax time

    ** Explain the changes in the new RDSP

    This is a must-see presentation for anyone that is running or thinking of setting up a home based ABA program. The content of this presentation applies to programs for individuals from pre-diagnosis to age 18.Here are what some parents are saying about Dave’s presentation:

    “Dave Taylor really made it clear to us the importance of keeping our records organized. He has great tips and resources for parents”

    "I have been to this talk 3 times and each time I learn something new and critical. Much appreciated!!!"

    “The “tax man” can be so confusing and Dave helped us to clarify funding and tax information that autism parents need to know.”

    “Whether you have been running an ABA program for a month or 10 years – this presentation is invaluable to ALL parents.”

    “Great information – thank you Dave! We have so much more confidence that we are getting the most out of our therapy dollars now.”

    in reply to: Room One: General Topics Discussion #6349
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    This Thursday in South Surrey:

    Dave Taylor's Tax Talk

    Location : Sources Community Resource Centres, 882 Maple Street, White Rock

    Time: 6:30pm

    RSVP via Eventbrite:
    http://www.eventbrite.com/e/dave-taylors-tax-talk-tickets-20866698858?aff=efbevent

    Dave Taylor is the parent of a child with autism and has been running a home based ABA program for 10 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:
    • The *new* Family Care Giver Amount tax credit
    • Disability Tax Credit
    • Medical Expenses
    • Federal tax credits and tips for tax time

    ** Explain the changes in the new RDSP

    This is a must-see presentation for anyone that is running or thinking of setting up a home based ABA program. The content of this presentation applies to programs for individuals from pre-diagnosis to age 18.Here are what some parents are saying about Dave’s presentation:

    “Dave Taylor really made it clear to us the importance of keeping our records organized. He has great tips and resources for parents”

    "I have been to this talk 3 times and each time I learn something new and critical. Much appreciated!!!"

    “The “tax man” can be so confusing and Dave helped us to clarify funding and tax information that autism parents need to know.”

    “Whether you have been running an ABA program for a month or 10 years – this presentation is invaluable to ALL parents.”

    “Great information – thank you Dave! We have so much more confidence that we are getting the most out of our therapy dollars now.”

    in reply to: Room Two: Behavioural Treatment Topics #579
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    This Tuesday November 24th at 7pm in Vancouver:

    Addressing Problematic Feeding Behaviours:

    Location – Creekside Community Recreation Centre, Vancouver

    Speaker:
    Dr. Lauren Binnendyk
    PhD BCBA-D has been working in the field of behaviour analysis since 1997. In addition to her successes with many families, she is recognized in the academic community for her published research and qualifications in this field.

    For the past decade Lauren has focused her research and clinical work on supporting families of young children with developmental disabilities and severe food refusal behaviour. She and her team have helped children with a variety of feeding issues including, selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    Presentation:
    This presentation will provide an overview of a behavioural intervention approach to problematic feeding behavior which includes parent training and implementation support in a family meal routine. Case study examples will be provided for three major feeding issues – selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    This is also a great opportunity to network with other parents.

    Refreshments will be served. This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP to so we can plan for space and refreshments.

    RSVP HERE http://www.eventbrite.com/e/addressing-problematic-feeding-behavioursusing-a-behavioural-approach-tickets-19267495598?aff=efbevent

    Thank you!

    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

    in reply to: Room Five: The FEAT BC Classifieds #8879
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    This Tuesday November 24th at 7pm in Vancouver:

    Addressing Problematic Feeding Behaviours:

    Location – Creekside Community Recreation Centre, Vancouver

    Speaker:
    Dr. Lauren Binnendyk
    PhD BCBA-D has been working in the field of behaviour analysis since 1997. In addition to her successes with many families, she is recognized in the academic community for her published research and qualifications in this field.

    For the past decade Lauren has focused her research and clinical work on supporting families of young children with developmental disabilities and severe food refusal behaviour. She and her team have helped children with a variety of feeding issues including, selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    Presentation:
    This presentation will provide an overview of a behavioural intervention approach to problematic feeding behavior which includes parent training and implementation support in a family meal routine. Case study examples will be provided for three major feeding issues – selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    This is also a great opportunity to network with other parents.

    Refreshments will be served. This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP to so we can plan for space and refreshments.

    RSVP HERE http://www.eventbrite.com/e/addressing-problematic-feeding-behavioursusing-a-behavioural-approach-tickets-19267495598?aff=efbevent

    Thank you!

    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

    in reply to: Room Two: Behavioural Treatment Topics #580
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    A message from the Autism Support Network:

    Due to unforeseen circumstances we are going to be rescheduling our North Vancouver meeting which was originally scheduled for This Tuesday, November 10th at 6:30PM. There will be no meeting on the 10th.

    Our next event is scheduled for November 24th at 7pm in Vancouver:

    Addressing Problematic Feeding Behaviours:

    Location – Creekside Community Recreation Centre, Vancouver

    Speaker:
    Dr. Lauren Binnendyk PhD BCBA-D has been working in the field of behaviour analysis since 1997. In addition to her successes with many families, she is recognized in the academic community for her published research and qualifications in this field.
    For the past decade Lauren has focused her research and clinical work on supporting families of young children with developmental disabilities and severe food refusal behaviour. She and her team have helped children with a variety of feeding issues including, selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    Presentation:
    This presentation will provide an overview of a behavioural intervention approach to problematic feeding behavior which includes parent training and implementation support in a family meal routine. Case study examples will be provided for three major feeding issues – selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    This is also a great opportunity to network with other parents.

    Refreshments will be served. This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP to so we can plan for space and refreshments.

    https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/addressing-problematic-feeding-behavioursusing-a-behavioural-approach-tickets-19267495598

    Thank you!

    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

    in reply to: Room Five: The FEAT BC Classifieds #8888
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    A message from the Autism Support Network:

    Due to unforeseen circumstances we are going to be rescheduling our North Vancouver meeting which was originally scheduled for This Tuesday, November 10th at 6:30PM. There will be no meeting on the 10th.

    Our next event is scheduled for November 24th at 7pm in Vancouver:

    Addressing Problematic Feeding Behaviours:

    Location – Creekside Community Recreation Centre, Vancouver

    Speaker:
    Dr. Lauren Binnendyk PhD BCBA-D has been working in the field of behaviour analysis since 1997. In addition to her successes with many families, she is recognized in the academic community for her published research and qualifications in this field.
    For the past decade Lauren has focused her research and clinical work on supporting families of young children with developmental disabilities and severe food refusal behaviour. She and her team have helped children with a variety of feeding issues including, selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    Presentation:
    This presentation will provide an overview of a behavioural intervention approach to problematic feeding behavior which includes parent training and implementation support in a family meal routine. Case study examples will be provided for three major feeding issues – selective eating, oral motor delay, and tube dependence.

    This is also a great opportunity to network with other parents.

    Refreshments will be served. This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP to so we can plan for space and refreshments.

    https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/addressing-problematic-feeding-behavioursusing-a-behavioural-approach-tickets-19267495598

    Thank you!

    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

    in reply to: Room Two: Behavioural Treatment Topics #581
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    This Tuesday in North Vancouver!

    A parent meeting and special presentation.

    Tuesday November 10th, 6:30pm
    North Vancouver District Public Library – Capilano Branch Library, 3045 Highland Boulevard, North Vancouver,

    Order FREE tickets via Eventbrite:
    http://www.eventbrite.com/e/welcome-to-autism-tickets-18198547345?aff=efbevent

    Presenters will discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

    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.

    Refreshments will be served. This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP to so we can plan for space and refreshments.

    About the Autism Support Network:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMnYOYO1rxs

    in reply to: Room Five: The FEAT BC Classifieds #8889
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    This Tuesday in North Vancouver!

    A parent meeting and special presentation.

    Tuesday November 10th, 6:30pm
    North Vancouver District Public Library – Capilano Branch Library, 3045 Highland Boulevard, North Vancouver,

    Order FREE tickets via Eventbrite:
    http://www.eventbrite.com/e/welcome-to-autism-tickets-18198547345?aff=efbevent

    Presenters will discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

    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.

    Refreshments will be served. This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP to so we can plan for space and refreshments.

    About the Autism Support Network:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMnYOYO1rxs

    in reply to: Room Two: Behavioural Treatment Topics #586
    Dione Costanzo
    Participant

    Please note the time of this presentation in Victoria on October 22 will be 5-8pm

    OCT 22, 5.00PM: Victoria – Welcome to Autism : A Special Presentation for Parents
    2610 Rosebank Rd Victoria BC V9A 7N2 (CPAC) Regina Room
    Presenters will discuss the journey from assessment through diagnosis and navigating the myriad of information that comes with an autism diagnosis.

    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.

    Refreshments will be served. This is a free event. PLEASE RSVP to so we can plan for space and refreshments.

    Find a complete listing of our events and links to RSVP when you click into our online calendar on our website:

    http://autismsupportbc.ca/parent-meetings-and-presentations/

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