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To Jean Lewis

Do you have an agenda for the Shelley Davis workshop? I am interested in what will be covered each day and at what times.

Thank you

Allison.

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Hello,
re: Shelley Davis's workshop Jan 18yh & 19th, 2003

My partner and I and my daughter Tessa's ABA team are attending this event. We would love to get together for lunch on Saturday (Jan 18th) with any other parents/therapists from Vancouver Island to chat and network.
If this is of interest, please contact me at francapastro@shaw.ca

Franca in Victoria

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Greetings + Happy New Year –

We are Tamara Leger + Anissa Lalani and we are the new co-facilitators of the North Shore Autism Society Community Group. We would like to invite you to join us for scintillating discussion around the following “hot topics” in Autism.

Our first meeting is next Monday January 13; 7-9pm at the West Van Library (Marine Dr + 20th). Our first topic is on Best Practices – “How to Start + Run an ABA Program: From “Do It Yourself” to Finding a Service Provider and Recruiting and Managing a Team”.

We have assembled a high caliber Panel to discuss all issues around ABA, at all levels (high/low; older/younger; for how long; what do these "treated" kids look like 10 years down the line; Why should I/How can I; etc..). We also have parents of older kids who are bringing videos + stories to tell that will inspire and give hope and courage.

So again, come and bring your "hard-hitting" questions – all are welcome. Sure hope you can join us, and feel free to bring a friend!

Questions or comments: please email taml@telus.net or anissalalani@shaw.ca

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It's really up to the consultant to make arrangements to be able to work up here. Technically they're not even working here since you're buying their services from their "home" offices in their own currency — they're just bringing their service up to you here and then returning home. The ones who do a lot of work up here or have moved here had to get visas, I believe. Anyway, it's still up to them to arrange — you can't do it for them.

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We were interviewed today by CHBC News from Kelowna, regarding a fund raiser we did on New Years Eve to raise funds for our son Matthews ABA program. We held a New Years Eve dance to bring in 2003 at our local arena here in Nakusp,(3 hours east of Kelowna). We had a group of volunteers who helped put on the event and a great time was had by all. We raised about $3000 to put towards the program, and had a great evening into the bargain! CHBC News got wind of the event and came up to Nakusp this morning to do a story on us. They say it may air anytime during the next week, for those of you who are in the covereage area. I will try to get a specific date and time. My usual 'take charge,I'm in complete control' attitude melted in front of the camera and I think I babbled a fair amount of the time! Anyhow,I hope it will give more insight into the plight of our children and the difficulties we face with inadequate funding.

Allison.
Matthews Mom.

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Hi. Here's wishing everyone a Merry Christmas…and a very happy holiday. Especially to all of our interventionists who have helped our daughter so much. You are awesome people, and we are so lucky there are people out there like you to work with our children. This christmas my daughter is actually fully aware of the holiday and excited. It's amazing to watch her.

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I am looking for any research information as well as parent opinions on how puberty can affect our kids. I am also seeking information on those who develop seizures during puberty. Our child's stimming behaviours have increased alot, she's added new ones, and she seems to often have a vague look, wanders alot, and is losing ability to focus. It's almost like we are losing the ground we have gained over the years. Any information or thoughts would be of value.

Thanks, Cheryl

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Greetings –

We are Tamara Leger + Anissa Lalani and we are the new co-facilitators of the North Shore Autism Society Community Group. We would like to invite you to join us for scintillating discussion around the following “hot topics” in Autism.

Our first meeting is Monday January 13; 7-9pm at the West Van Library (Marine Dr + 20th). Our first topic is on Best Practices – “How to Start + Run an ABA Program: From “Do It Yourself” to Finding a Service Provider and Recruiting and Managing a Team”. This will be in a Panel Discussion format.

All are Welcome – sure hope you can join us, and feel free to bring a friend! Complete list of topics Jan -June to follow….

Questions or comments: please email taml@telus.net or anissalalani@shaw.ca

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-> Meeting Location: West Vancouver Library
-> Meeting Dates + Topics
Monday January 13; 7-9pm; Musto Room
Best Practices – How to Start + Run an ABA Program: From “Do it Yourself” to Finding a Service Provider and Recruiting and Managing a Team

Monday February 10; 7-9 pm; Musto Room
Autism + the Law I -> Defending Your Child's Legal Right to Treatment Funding + Recouping Your Costs

Monday March 24; 7-9pm; Story House Room
Sports + Athletics: Why it's Important + How to Involve Kids Successfully

Monday April 14; 7-9 pm; Musto Room
Awesome Peer Play + Successful Video Modeling: What Is It and How To Do It!

Monday May 12; 7-9 pm; Musto Room
School Panel Discussion: Writing Hardcore IEPs and School Treatment Plans=> What Should Be In It; Effectively Managing the Home/School Relationship; How to Take Data/Track ABC Charts at School; How to Find a Great School Shadow; and Know Your Child’s Legal Rights!

Monday June 23; 7-9 pm; Musto Room
Theory of Mind + Mindblindness: What is it, What Does It Mean, Why Is It Important + How to Develop it.

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puzzles@amandaraichelle.com doesn't seem to be working…if interested in puzzles try raichelle@shaw.ca sorry

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Copied from Careerclick.com

Behavioural Consultants – MAPCL

BEHAVIOURAL CONSULTANT
Mainstream Association for Proactive Community Living is seeking full-time Behavioural Consultants with knowledge & experience in early intervention techniques to provide support programs and develop behavioural intervention strategies for children with autism spectrum disorders. A graduate degree in Psychology is an asset for this position. One to three years’ previous experience in direct service to people with developmental disabilities and training in behavioural psychology with emphasis in the field of developmental delays is required.

FAX (or mail) resume and cover letter to:

MAPCL- Human Resources…..(etc)

"a graduate degree in Psychology is an asset" …what's up with that? shouldn't it be mandatory? "One to three year's experience in direct service to people with developmental disabilities and training in …" Gee there are many Line Therapists out there that would fit their criteria? I hope this is not something the government is going to try to use to tell the public there is "effective" services out there under Community Living Services.

Maybe it is I who is out of touch and this is not a threat to our children – if that is the case PLEASE enlighten me – if I am right – is the government trying a different approach to offering our children sub-standard care?

This post is not an invitation for flaming; I would just like to know if I am misunderstanding this job posting. Thanks.

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